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County asks President Biden to keep promise Eric Jaramishian Staff writer
county Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton, verbally promising to assist the county and its residents. The letter addresses the California Office of Emergency Services working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help process the county’s request for FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program, which provides recovery assistance after a disaster. The letter also bids the president do everything in his power to move along the
El Dorado County sent a letter to President Joe Biden last week requesting him to keep his promise on providing assistance to victims of the Caldor Fire. Biden came to California Sept. 13 to tour the blaze after declaring it a major disaster and ordering federal assistance for state and local recovery efforts. The president met with
“FEMA has been very quiet about it and the silence has us all worried.” —John D’Agostini, El Dorado County sheriff process. “In conversations I’ve had with congressmen (Tom) McClintock’s office and as well as Cal OES, they are in complete support of the county taking the action at this time simply to make the request of the president but to also remind the president of
his verbal commitment to El Dorado County,” Ashton said. There has been no confirmation from FEMA as of Thursday, Sept. 30. The president has the authority to override FEMA’s decision should they decline the support to the county, said Ashton.
“This letter is to encourage the president to get FEMA to sign off on it,” El Dorado County Sheriff John D’Agostini said. “That seems to be the missing link here. FEMA has been very quiet about it and the silence has us all worried.” The Board of Supervisors voted to approve sending the letter. “This is all FEMA right now … If they deny this, there really is no appeal other than the president, hence the purpose of the letter,” D’Agostini said.
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NorCal Air Operations gets ready to take off from the Lake Tahoe Airport to work the Caldor Fire Thursday morning.
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El Dorado High School students were challenged by science teacher Kim Somer, front, sporting her newly pink curls, to raise money for victims of the Caldor Fire. Somer’s 8:30 a.m. class raised the most money and their reward was getting to pick what color to dye their teacher’s hair.
Every dollar adds up at El Dorado Thomas Frey Staff writer
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dollar here, a quarter there, even pennies were welcomed with glee in Kim Somer’s El Dorado High School classroom to help people who lost their homes in the Caldor Fire, one of the largest wildfires recorded in the state. Somer, a longtime science teacher at the school, said she saw how the fire ravaged PLACE ADDRESS LABEL HERE
areas and decided to set up a competition. Whichever one of her classes collected the most money would get to decide what color she had to dye her hair. “It meant we could help people who lost their homes,” said freshman Alicen Klith. For two weeks, each of Somer’s classes passed around a bucket where students dropped coins and bills — whatever they could — to help victims of the fire. “If my house burned down, I
would really appreciate it if other people donated,” said freshman Cory Heagy. Freshman Sophia Abuzov said it was extremely competitive between the classes. In total, all of Somer’s classes raised $1,247. Her winning 8:30 a.m. class of freshmen and sophomores tallied $498 to get to pick a new color for Somer’s curls. n
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Highland Hills to connect Sel Richard Staff writer Relief is in sight to the tune of $100,000 for internet challenged Highland Hills residents who have had a particularly rough time during COVID-19 shutdowns. El Dorado Hills Community Services District board members recently voted to approve installation of a Comcast broadband infrastructure in the area. Resident Tim White reported that Comcast hopes to begin work by Nov. 30 with an expected completion date of Dec. 15. “We all, in Highland Hills,
look forward to the day we have good reliable high speed internet,” he said. “It’s been a big struggle for all of us,” insisted resident Dr. Seth Thomas. “The only way that we could reach out to patients was via telemedicine. And unfortunately with technology that was based in the ’90s with 6-megabit connections that are unreliable at best, it is really difficult to care for people with good advice or to intervene with a condition that is potentially life threatening.” “I’m extremely grateful that this n
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steep, rocky terrain Krysten Kellum Associate editor
As containment of the Caldor Fire is nearly complete at 91%, PG&E personnel are experiencing an array of challenges in restoring power for residents of fire-ravaged areas. PG&E spokeswoman Pam Purdue gave an update on electricity restoration efforts “I know (Sierraat Thursday at-Tahoe ski evening’s Caldor Fire community meeting. resort’s) plans “We are definitely are to operate facing some significant challenges but they’ve been with our repairs, pretty heavily restoration and impacted by the rebuild,” said Purdue. “Between the Grizzly Caldor Fire.” Flat area and the — Jon Regelbrugge, work we have going Eldorado National Forest on on Highway 50 spokesman we have several challenges we are dealing with, which is going to (require) some patience. It’s going to take a little time to get everybody restored.” She said PG&E crews are having to work on steep, loose terrain. In areas heavy equipment can’t access crews hand-dig holes to rebuild distribution lines. “As you can imagine, hand-digging holes in rock takes a little bit of time. Being able to reset poles and string conductors is going to take a
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terri Lynn Buhlert of Cameron Park, Calif., on Sept. 19, after a long battle with several illnesses. Though Terri’s health was failing for years, she never gave up. She was resilient and persevered no matter what. She had a personality that could not be ignored. Terri was passionate about her children and grandchildren, dogs and animal rescue and true crime. She dedicated her life to helping others as a CNA and caregiver. Terri is survived by her daughters Shelley, Annie, and Artemisia; her siblings Gael, Cathie Jo and Patrick; her grandsons Joey and Brysen; her mother Patsy and more. Her family grieves her loss but they take comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain and that she is reunited with her dog Chewy, her cat Yum Yum, her granddog Monster and her grandcat Babygirl. Her family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to a dog rescue.
Patsy Coats
Patsy Coats, a resident of Payson, Ariz., originally from Bakersfield, Calif., passed peacefully Sunday, Sept. 19 at 1:14 a.m. She is survived by her sister Barbara Henry and her niece Terry Kramer and her family in Houston, Texas; her daughters Suzanne Swan and her family from Bartlesville, Okla; Cyndi Herdt and her family from Derby, Kan., and Kristina Reece and her family from Payson, Ariz., as well as her son Kevin Coats from Citrus Heights, Calif. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Larry Coats; son Michael Coats and daughter Lolena Hansard as well as her brother and sister-in-law Gerald and Wanda Thompson and brother Harrold Thompson. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and a great friend, she will be deeply missed. There is a memorial service scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 7 at noon at Messinger Mortuaries located at 901 S Westerly Road, Payson, Ariz. and another scheduled in California on Friday, Dec. 17 at noon at Chapel of the Pines located at 2855 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, Calif.
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After a grapple attachment was reported stolen off a tractor working the Caldor Fire, review of security footage from a camera mounted inside that tractor showed a man, left photo, suspected of being connected to the theft. One of the suspects was caputured on video driving a white work truck, right photo.
Suspects prey on Caldor cleanup equipment in Grizzly Flat area Mountain Democrat staff El Dorado County sheriff ’s detectives are asking for the community’s help in identifying two men suspected of stealing a part off a tractor staged for work on the Caldor Fire cleanup in Grizzly Flat. Sheriff ’s officials say video footage captured from a camera
on the Bobcat skid steer tractor owned by Mountain Enterprises shows two men attempting to manipulate its grapple attachment. One suspect is seen in the video arriving in a white work truck with attached trailer. He then makes a call on his cell phone. A few minutes later the second suspect arrives, driving a
Work closes Malcolm Dixon Road News release El Dorado County’s Department of Transportation, in conjunction with CTA Engineering & Surveying and GradeTek Inc., will be implementing a temporary road detour along Malcolm Dixon Road in El Dorado Hills beginning Monday, Oct. 4, and continuing until approximately Dec. 31. The detour will begin west of Clarinda Way and end east of Casa Robles Road. Vehicles will be directed to use the temporary alignment while traveling through the construction zone. The Malcolm Dixon Road detour will allow for the reconstruction of Malcolm Dixon Road and the construction of the new intersection at Malcolm Dixon Cutoff Road. Reversing traffic control operations will be in place for a portion of the closure, with exact dates reflected by the on-site signage. The reversing control traffic operations will allow for the widening of Malcolm Dixon Road from west of Alta Vista Court to the new intersection at Malcolm Dixon Cutoff Road. Check the county website for any further traffic control, edcgov.us/Government/DOT. Motorists are advised to slow down through the work zone and expect delays during construction. Motorists are also advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work zone in order to arrive at their destinations on time or use alternate routes to avoid the construction area. For questions regarding this construction contact the DOT main line at (530) 621- 5900 (select Option 3 for Engineering).
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is going through,” said resident Jill Kaplan who said her internet speed usually pegs at around 4 megabits. “It’s been 18 long months.” Board member Sean Hansen requested that reports on the status of the project be a standing agenda item, blaming delays on historical requirements by the El Dorado County Department of Transportation. “The DOT wants Comcast to resurface the entire roadway any time you make improvements, which is ridiculous,” he noted. “It should have happened 18 months ago, five years ago. It’s ridiculous that with high speed here in El Dorado Hills, you guys are living in a third world country regarding connectivity.”
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Residents are asking officials to do more to make the Saratoga Way-Finders Way intersection safe for drivers and pedestrians.
Aggressive driving alarms El Dorado Hills neighbors Sel Richard Staff writer The lack of a left turn lane on eastbound Saratoga Way at Finders Way continues to be a main sticking point for neighbors who say they regularly witness motorists dangerously veering into the narrow bike lane to pass cars waiting to turn left. “Coming down the hill, there are multiple skid marks from people trying not to rear-end those turning left onto Finders,” shared one resident at the September EDH
Area Planning Advisory Committee meeting where county Department of Transportation officials were on hand to discuss safety and traffic issues. “Some of them go up over the curb and the only thing stopping them from going onto the freeway is a chainlink fence.” Other concerns centered around the school bus stop’s proximity to the intersection and the lack of pedestrian access or crosswalks to the nearby school, baseball field and neighborhood park. “There’s no n
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Transit agencies to offer free rides on Clean Air Day News release SACRAMENTO — In celebration of California Clean Air Day, several northern California transit agencies have teamed up to offer free rides on Wednesday, Oct. 6. The following transit agencies are offering free rides: El Dorado Transit, Sacramento Regional Transit District, San Joaquin Regional Transit District, Vacaville City Coach and Yolo County Transportation District. On Clean Air Day, help clear the air by trying an alternative form of transportation. Leave the car at home and try transit for free. The Coalition for Clean Air started California Clean Air Day four years ago as an effort to improve air quality and protect public health. “Transportation is the No. 1 source of air pollution in California,” said Dr. Joseph K. Lyou, president and CEO of the Coalition for Clean Air. “Leaving your car at home helps ensure that every breath you take is a breath of clean air.”
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Richard B. Esposito Publisher/Editor
Noel Stack Managing Editor
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California Commentary
Gov. Newsom spins story on jobless claims
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here are days when those of us who follow the news feel as though we’re living in a parallel universe. What else could explain the wildly divergent news stories about California’s employment figures? On Sept. 17 the state’s Jon COupal July unemployment figures were released and the reaction from Gov. Gavin Newsom was a lot of positive spin. Here is what his press office released: “California continues to lead the nation’s economic recovery, creating 44% of the nation’s new jobs in August and ranking third in the nation in rate of job growth this year. These 104,300 new jobs, the fifth time this year of six-figure job growth, represent new paychecks for Californians and new employees on payroll for businesses.” First, it is important to note that, while the figures are correct, the premise is not. Yes, the 44% new job creation is true, but that hardly means that California is “leading the nation’s economic recovery.” This rose-colored This report from the view of California’s parallel universe economic recovery is proof of the old known as “reality” adage that there are points out what we three kinds of lies: Lies, damn lies and all know — we’re statistics. What is slowly going up lacking in this release from very far down. is both context and perspective. For those desiring a no-spin perspective of California’s true state of unemployment and other economic metrics, the California Center for Jobs and the Economy (CCJE) produces comprehensive analysis that is far more revealing than politically driven press releases. As if responding directly to the governor’s statement, CCJE prefaces its report on the July figures with this: “While both the jobs and employment numbers have been better in recent months, they are not yet at levels that would see quick recovery in the state economy.” This report from the parallel universe known as “reality” points out what we all know — we’re slowly going up from very far down. “[T]he state has moved off the initial bounce from the depths of the downturn,” the CCJE continues. “The pace in recent months has been positive, but that comes from looking at the numbers in isolation, not what they mean to the overall health of the California economy and its workers. Just continuing at the rates experienced over the past 3 months would not return nonfarm jobs to pre-COVID trend levels until mid-2023. The slower rate being experienced for employment would take an additional year.” The governor’s press release fails to note the most important metric of all, overall unemployment. There, California still has the second highest n
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Letters to the Editor Ridiculous City Council recall EDITOR: hese petitions to recall four of our five City Council members all say the voters are seeking relief from the tyranny of our elected officials. They go on to accuse each City Council member of the exact same offenses. The tyranny is coming from these recall proponents, not our City Council. I am offended by this recall effort. I am offended that the people attempting this ridiculous recall have the effrontery to spend my tax dollars for it. I am offended that these people are spreading misinformation to tear down valid council work that improves my hometown. I am offended that they say the City Council failed to protect the homeless, when El Dorado County has the responsibility and support resources to care for the homeless. Then they wrongly state that the city solution is to create more homeless camps. That is not the proposal brought forward by the county. But the actual proposal does not feed into this recall effort and honesty does not support their story. I am offended that the recall proponents accuse the city of failing to maintain our infrastructure. Since the voters passed Measure H and Measure L, the city has made repairs and improvements to our infrastructure as fast as the funds will allow. Water wastage from leaking pipes is reduced by more than half, several old failing sewer lines are replaced and some of our worst streets have been repaved. None of these projects are quick and easy fixes, but they are getting done. Are there still potholes? Of course. There will always be potholes as long as we have paved roads. I am offended the recall proponents state that the city failed to protect the Wopumnes village site on upper Broadway. The truth is that this was an unknown site and it was only discovered on private property after work was under way. Work immediately stopped so the site could be evaluated, and modifications to protect it were made before work continued. The project to improve Upper Broadway had an archeological survey as required by law. It is fairly common for archeological artifacts to be discovered only when ground is disturbed. The city did exactly what they are required to do and this site is now both known and protected. These petitions to recall our elected City Council members are an affront to the residents of
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Placerville. I hope our residents are better informed than this. Please join me in refusing to sign these misleading and dishonest petitions and recycle them instead. SUE RODMAN Placerville
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y mother didn’t tell me “life is not fair,” So you can imagine how I feel as a conservative right now. I’m not really mad at the results of the recall. I just don’t understand why liberals don’t understand how it feels to always, always, always lose. Do they think we deserve it because we don’t think like them? Or is it our selfish human nature kicking in? It must be wonderful that they get their way all the time. I don’t blame them for loving it. And since I believe in a free country, I support their right to think the way they do. This is what it really amounts to: conservatives in California have very little representation. Our representatives are badly outnumbered. The main reason for this is that both types of state representatives in California are based on population. The big cities with the most people are typically liberal so they rule. I don’t understand why both of these state representative groups are based on population since the U.S. Congress has the House based on population and the Senate with two representatives per state, no matter what the population. So, this brings me to two concerns. 1.) Since the northern part of California is disenfranchised, why were efforts to separate from the southern part of the state denied? Isn’t it an American principle that justice should prevail? Shouldn’t we all have representation in political matters? And when that doesn’t happen, shouldn’t a solution be found? 2.) Our courts didn’t seem to recognize there is some similarity to the founding of our nation. The revolution occurred because there was taxation without representation. Do the courts and liberals see that conservatives feel the same in California? Shouldn’t we expect representation and justice as much as anyone? I’m not suggesting that liberals should not be heard. But I am suggesting that without n
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The Balancing Act
There’s no use denying it. Inflation is really upon us
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Our government is lying here are many to you when officials say ancillary inflation is transitory causes or (a new spin word), contributors meaning or implying it of and to inflation. The is only temporary. definitions of inflation Well, let’s look at the are many. recent year-over-year One is an increase price increases of goods in the money and services: Washing supply without a machines prices are up commensurate increase 29.4%. Home furniture in goods. With more Larry Weitzman is up 10.8%. Televisions, money bidding for the which have over the same goods, prices past 70 years been coming down in go up. A classic definition is the price, are now going up — by 7.6% in reduction of purchasing power of one year. money. In other words, it now takes Let’s look at travel. Car and truck more dollars to buy the same loaf rental rates are up 87.7% (yes, rental of bread. Giving workers raises car rates have nearly doubled in a without a commensurate increase in productivity is inflationary. When you year). Gasoline is up 46.4%. Airline fares are up 24.6% (7% in the last pay more dollars to a worker without more production, now you have more month). Used car prices are up 28% in the last three months. Food and dollars chasing the same amount of goods. The law of supply and demand clothing are up almost 1% in the last month. Have you bought any make the price of goods rise. meat lately? Prices are up for some When the government increases products by 40%. And the cost of the money supply through an housing, buying or renting, has gone unelected Federal Reserve Board, through the roof (I hope it doesn’t it is inflationary. When you give rain). Even the cost of new vehicles people money for not producing, it is inflationary (unemployment benefits). (transaction prices) is up. That is
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inflation. The exact same products now cost more and the purchasing power of your dollar is less. There is one lagging indicator with respect to this inflation scenario and that is the cost of money, which is measured by the interest rate. While there was a temporary, sharp rise in the interest rate as measure by the 10- and 30-year T-Bill rate, those rates have fallen back to near historical lows, now hovering around 1.3% and 2%, respectively. These cheap interest rates contribute to the expanding money supply. Borrowing is the way the money supply expands and when rates remain cheap, the money supply continues to grow. Higher interest rates reduce the money supply, which is why they are used to combat inflation created by too many dollars chasing too few goods and services. Here’s the real hidden reason why higher interest rates are necessary for lenders in inflation. If interest rates don’t go up lenders can’t lend money if they want to remain in business. Here’s why: If the rate of inflation is 10% (some say right now it is above 6%) and a borrower gets a $100,000 loan from a bank payable
in 10 years, when the borrower pays back the $100,000 10 years later the money he uses to pay it back is only worth $50,000. The lender just lost $50,000. That is why the lender charges at least 10% interest over the life of the loan, meaning the lender over the life of the loan made $100,000 in interest ($10,000 a year for 10 years). But even that return is diminished as the interest dollars paid the last year are worth half the interest dollars paid in the first year of the loan. That means the lender made in real dollars about $75,000 while losing $50,000 from inflation; the real profit for lending $100,000 for 10 years was a net of $25,000 — $2,500 a year. Now you understand why interest rates are so high in inflationary periods. And when interest rates are held down artificially by the Fed, no one wants to loan money. Investors are much better off buying inflationprotected assets like gold or real estate. That’s why government spending money it doesn’t have is so dangerous. Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.
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little bit of time,” she explained. Plans are in the works to bring a helicopter in to do some of the PG&E infrastructure rebuild along Highway 50 and that will impede traffic on the interstate, Purdue said. Purdue reported Thursday evening that nearly 1,000 PG&E personnel are working to restore power for customers impacted by the Caldor Fire. Another challenge for all those PG&E boots on the ground are about 40,000 hazard trees in the vicinity and next to distribution lines, Purdue said. Those trees must come out for worker safety and to put power poles back up. Some of PG&E’s replacement infrastructure is stronger and more resilient to fire, according to Purdue. “Some of the poles are composite; some of the poles might be tubular steel,” she said. “The conductor that we are going to be putting back … it’s actually a coated tree wire. It’s a little tougher than the previous shiny, uncoated wire that was out there. Also, it’s less likely to sustain damage when struck by vegetation or other thirdparty incidents … birds or squirrels or things of that nature.” Purdue said she was not able to give an estimate of when power is going to be restored along the Highway 50 corridor. “It may be another week to 10 days to possibly two weeks before we are even close to having a date when full restoration is going to be maintained,” said Purdue.
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California Interagency Incident Management Team 13 Operations Section Chief Matt Ahearn gave an update on the firefight. Firefighters were seeing heat one-half mile inside containment lines on the southwest side of Caldor, he reported after touring the entire perimeter of the fire by air Thursday. The plan was to put crews in there to extinguish any threat. Along and north of Highway 50 Caldor was still putting up smoke in some areas. Near Desolation Wilderness firefighters were “working through meadows, hot-spotting and connecting the dots,” Ahearn said. “There’s quite a bit of smoke but the (fire’s) edge is looking good.” Near Echo Lake hotshot firefighters were working in cooperation with helitack to “search and destroy.” In “search and destroy,” Ahearn explained, aircraft helps pinpoint heat signatures while hotshots work into the area and cut up “material.” Helicopters also offer support.
Well south of Sierra-at-Tahoe firefighters are keeping an eye on a “large pocket” of unburned fuel. Ahearn said the Tallac Hotshots were sent in there Thursday. “There’s no threat to lines right now but we do want to get in and secure that island and remove the possibility of putting a large column (of smoke) into the sky,” he said. North of Lake Margaret, on an uncontrolled edge of the Caldor Fire where backfiring operations were recently implemented, crews continued to secure the containment line. “There was a lot more smoke production today but no threat to the line,” according to Ahearn. Eldorado National Forest spokesman Jon Regelbrugge shared details of the new forest closure order. He explained that as the firefight progresses, the closure area, which includes two ski resorts, will be reevaluated and shrink. “We fully anticipate that with continued progress on this incident, when we reevaluate, we will be able to pull Kirkwood Mountain Resort out of the closure area,” Regelbrugge said. “We are expecting the resort will be able to operate this winter. “Sierra-at-Tahoe is well within the fire perimeter. They sustained fire damage and are working to repair that,” said Regelbrugge. “I know their plans are to operate but they’ve been pretty heavily impacted.” Regelbrugge reported that U.S. Forest Service staff is working to allow cabin permittees access to the closure area for maintenance and winterization. He advised permittees to contact permit administrators or their district ranger directly. “I know the intent is to allow the permittees access to properly care for their cabins when it is safe to do so,” said Regelbrugge. Team 13 Incident Commander Mike Wakoski was thrilled to report more than 90% containment Thursday evening. “A lot of work has been done in 48 days … that’s a long time,” he said. “This year has been unlike any year that I’ve been firefighting … 43 years. The fires are burning hotter and hotter and hotter,” continued Wakoski. “You can call it what you want, global warming, whatever you want to call it, it doesn’t really matter. What matters is the fires are getting hotter and burning faster and it’s affecting all of us.” The Caldor Fire started at approximately 6:45 p.m. Aug. 14 in the Grizzly Flat/Omo Ranch area. The cause of the 221,775-acre blaze is under investigation.
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Oct. 4 Cordova Community Council presents The Fall Show, a juried art show, Oct. 4 through Jan 22, 2022, at Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive. An artists reception will be held 5:307:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6. The reception and the show are free and open to the public.
Oct. 5 The Widowed Persons Club, created to give support and friendship to help through the grieving processing, meets for breakfast at 9 a.m. Tuesdays at Waffle Shop Cafe in Placerville; 9 a.m. Wednesdays at Beef & Brew in Diamond Springs and 9 a.m. Wednesdays at Denny’s in Cameron Park. For more information contact Don at (530) 3637476 or Nancy at (530) 622-8276.
Oct. 7 The Hangtown Evening Car Show, will take place on Main Street in downtown Placerville.
Oct. 9 The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office will open the new El Dorado County Public Safety Facility to the public. During this event visitors will be able to go on a walking tour to see the inner workings of the facility to include patrol operations, dispatch, records, investigations, the indoor shooting range and more plus displays for the specialty units to include SWAT, EOD, Canine, Dive, CSI, and OHV. EDSO Explorer Post No. 457 will have a fundraiser barbecue ready for hungry visitors. The Park Community Music Festival and Car Show takes place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3901 Wild Chaparral Drive, Shingle Springs. The free event will also feature food trucks, vendors and a waterslide. For more information visit carsandmusic.com. The third annual Fair Play Zin Fest has been postponed to Oct. 9, 10 & 11. For more information visit fairplayzinfest.com.
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hey met through their work at the Upper Room Dining Hall on Broadway and soon became close friends. As program director Karen Stinson had been with the organization for four-and-a-half years. Carla Milhomme, a retiree from the corporate world, had volunteered with the Upper Room for two years. Both shared a commitment to help the homeless and worked alongside other Upper Room volunteers, providing meals and basic needs. By mid-August the Caldor Fire threatened Pollock Pines, Camino and Sierra Springs and mandatory evacuation orders had gone out to residents. Commiserating on the phone about Caldor, Stinson and Milhomme shared their frustrations and concerns. Each came to the same conclusion: “We need to do something. We need to help in some way.” “This was where we live; our community was in a moment of crisis,” Milhomme told the Mountain Democrat. She suggested they meet in person … and the rest is history. The ladies first went to see if help was needed at local evacuation centers. “Things are under control” was the message they got. They did notice the Target in Placerville was at overflow capacity and on the other side of the freeway, evacuees from Pollock Pines, Camino and Sierra Springs had begun to fill the Placerville Walmart parking lot with motor homes, RVs and family cars. But there was no real coordination; there was no one in charge. This is where help was needed.
Taking charge On Aug. 18 Stinson and Milhomme met with “Chris, the manager” (as he became known), who was more than happy to help. They described his response as “gracious” and with his blessing the decided, “Let’s just do it.” People had to eat. A canopy was set up with a table and basic equipment for cooking
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Volunteers and evacuees, left photo, visit at a table supplied by the Upper Room. Volunteers hand out food, right photo, to the Caldor Fire evacuees staying in the Walmart parking lot. hot dogs. Stinson went on Facebook and asked for cases of water. The word was out. People brought bottled water as well as cookies and chips. When a new problem emerged — their set-up in the parking lot had no refrigeration — Milhomme’s husband, Richard, brought their motor home and it was used to store food and as their command
center. The ball started rolling and, unbeknownst to the two women at the time, a process was underway that ultimately evolved into something special. “The spirit of the people in the parking lot helped us out and gave us direction,” Milhomme said. “It slowly became a community. Each day was profoundly inspirational.”
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Evacuees were looking out for one another. “There was an elderly woman about 74 with a cat and a dog and she was in her car. That was it. She was clearly alone and had nothing except what was in her car,” Milhomme shared. “She would stay inside her car. Several people approached us and asked us to help her. She seemed overwhelmed. “Karen tried to find
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Authors Janine M. D’Agostini, John E. Roe, Ph.D. and Barbara E. Thompson, MA have written a helpful book for families of officers who serve.
Between the Covers
This guidebook provides a caring template for support
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hen I put this guidebook on the coffee table preparing to review it, my husband picked it up and didn’t put it down for 20 minutes. “I had no idea,” he said. “I never thought about it,” referring to the need to support families of men and women in law enforcement. “This guidebook is incredible.” That response is not unusual. Most members of the public do not see behind the badge. In 2011 the critically needed program to support the families of law enforcement officers was started from scratch in El Dorado County. The three founders named it “Thrive with 10-35.” Thrive because it aims for more than survival; 10-35 is the code to call for back up. The founders and team leaders, Janine D’Agostini, John Roe and Barbara Thompson, bring deep backgrounds to their commitment to Thrive. When John D’Agostini took office as sheriff of El Dorado County in 2011, his wife Janine turned her attention to the law enforcement families. Using her background in event planning, she recruited, energized, motivated and led the volunteers. Thompson, a licensed marriage and family therapist, trainer, mediator and business coach/consultant, was also a military wife
“How to Thrive with Back Up: A Guidebook for Supporting the Families of Those Who Serve” for many years. Her husband served as an officer and military chaplain in the U.S. Army for military police units and also served military families during Operation Desert Storm. He later became a reserve law enforcement officer and chaplain. Thompson recognized that human needs are magnified in these challenging occupations. While serving as an aviation psychologist in the U.S. Air Force, Roe observed and experienced the effectiveness of the family support program in the military during Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm. As a consulting and clinical psychologist based in Placerville, he helps law
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“How to Thrive with Back Up: A Guidebook for Supporting the Families of Those Who Serve”
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Available:
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enforcement members and their families. Roe proposed to the sheriff and his wife that a family support program similar to that he witnessed in the Air Force be created. The D’Agostinis had already n See between the covers,
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horoscope by Holiday Mathis n today ARIES (March 21-April 19). A fanciful focus on your story will work for you. What is the kinder, gentler way of viewing your past? Much good can be accomplished by lightening your psychic load. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Tell people how they can delight you. Let them know what you’re dealing with. Follow up with the referrals of friends. An issue will be resolved with the help of a skilled practitioner. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Responsibility and obligation will come readily to you, so you don’t have to seek or volunteer for it. Just because you know you can handle it doesn’t mean you should. Protect your spare time. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll accomplish more in a group. The trick is in setting an intention everyone can get behind. Otherwise, projects will devolve into a battle of wills. Take hold of the situation; you’re the one who can. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There’s the best kind of mind/ body conflict going on for you now. It invites you to solve problems through movement. You’re vital and playful. Your body will tell you what it needs. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Unfortunately, people sometimes oppose one another without knowing why. Call it a quirk of human nature when they create reasons to legitimize their story. In this game, the only way to win is not to play.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ve had advocates and champions in your life, so you know what that kind of support looks like. Take it on for yourself. Be the support you need and deserve. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Relationships get interesting. It’s not that the events are remarkable; it’s just that what happens will defy your expectation. You either didn’t know what to expect or weren’t expecting much, so it’s all a delightful surprise. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There’s someone you want to reach out to. As it goes with all the best things in life, there’s a risk involved. If there weren’t, it wouldn’t be worth doing. Onward with velocity! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Do a thing once and it’s not done yet. You’d be surprised at how often you have to repeat to make it stick. Go on, then — do it over and over. In the repetition, life comes together. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). People can’t help what they like, which is a fact of life in your favor today. You’ll follow your fascination to its natural endpoint — your happiness. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You did the work and you lined it up, so now all it takes is a flick of the switch to see it play out. How satisfying! Because of the past trial and error, this goes off without a hitch.
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City Theatre returns with remount of ‘Mr. Burns’ News release
SACRAMENTO — City Theatre at Sacramento City College remounts “Mr. Burns, a PostElectric Play,” the play that closed shortly after opening in March 2020 due the pandemic. This imaginative dark comedy by Anne Washburn asks what will endure when the cataclysm arrives — when the grid fails, society crumbles and we’re faced with the task of rebuilding? The production will be performed live by the actors at Sacramento City College and presented online in real-time for the audience, running Oct.
7-17. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. All details and tickets are available online at CityTheatre.net.
The play
Washburn’s imaginative dark comedy propels us forward nearly a century, following a new civilization stumbling into its future. After the collapse of civilization, a group of survivors share a campfire and begin to piece together the plot of The Simpsons episode “Cape Feare” entirely from memory (Act 1). Seven years later, this and other snippets of
pop culture (sitcom plots, commercials, jingles and pop songs) have become the live entertainment of a post-apocalyptic society, sincerely trying to hold onto its past (Act 2). And 75 years later, these are the myths and legends from which new forms of performance are created (Act 3). A paean to live theater and the resilience of Bart Simpson through the ages, “Mr. Burns” is an animated exploration of how the pop culture of one era might evolve into the mythology of another. “Mr. Burns, a PostElectric Play” received its world premiere at the Woolly Mammoth
Theater Company in Washington, D.C., in May 2012 and had its New York City debut at Playwrights Horizons in August 2013 under the direction of Steve Cosson.
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“Mr. Burns, a PostElectric Play” is directed by Christine Nicholson with musical direction by Jonathan Blum and choreography by Shannon Mahoney. The cast features Martha Kight, Clare Murphy, Sarah Palmero, Jonathan Plon, Kathleen Poe and Earl Victorine. The design team includes Kristen Anderson (media/streaming),
EDHS Alumni Association awards scholarships Shoemake, an Oak Ridge High School grad, received the Bill Davey Scholarship in the amount of $3,000. EDHS grad Blair received the Roy and Clara Scheiber Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 as well as the Margaret Scherrer award ($500) and the Arlene Barooshian award ($500). EDHS grad Bird received a scholarship in the amount of $2,500 and the the Margaret Scherrer award ($500).
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EDHS grad Bush received a scholarship in the amount of $3,000. The El Dorado High School Alumni Association provides scholarships to graduating seniors from any high school in the El Dorado Union High School District. Qualifications are that the applicants have a parent, grandparent or stepparent who graduated from El Dorado High School and is a member in good standing of the EDHSAA.
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Between The Covers discussed ways to help spouses and partners of the sheriff ’s office employees. With full support from the sheriff, the three authors formed the core of an advisory committee that included the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office Chaplain Tim Thompson and former Sheriff Hal Barker. In dedicating “How to Thrive with Back Up” to the families and loved ones of peace officers everywhere, Janine said, “From behind the scenes or out in front, our loved ones put themselves at risk in favor of others on a daily basis, making immeasurable sacrifices so we have safer communities. Our sacrifice is in sharing our loved ones with the public every day.” On Oct. 23, 2019, Thrive with 10-35 was put to the ultimate test when sheriff ’s deputy Brian Ishmael, who grew up in El
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Dorado County, was killed in the line of duty. The trauma reverberated throughout the department and beyond. The instant response from Thrive volunteers, who coordinated and provided support services, provided a calm and comforting environment for all who came to the center they set up. What the guidebook is not is a manual. It is a personal record of how Thrive with 10-35 was created from scratch and is itself thriving as an organization. In 2019 the authors began to chronicle the development of Thrive with 10-35 in response to requests from people who are interested in providing similar services. Along with stories, photographs and illustrations, they created a template that can be adapted in any type of law enforcement or public safety agency.
The stories they share from their own heartfelt experiences, combined with the voices of participants and people they have touched, make this guidebook a witness to the essential nature of this type of service. It is honest about the commitment and the rewards involved. Barbara said, “We want to replicate our efforts by encouraging many other agencies to set up meaningful support systems for their law enforcement families and officers. For the children, giving time, attention and loving safety are crucial.” “How to Thrive with Back Up” provides important lessons for any volunteer or social service organization. For anyone interested in the law enforcement profession, it is a window into that world.
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help of others, made it a little house and that’s where she stayed for the duration. It was her home.” A horse trailer was brought in to store supplies as more and more donations came to the site, which also became a place to post bulletins and notices. Evacuees eagerly read the firefight reports from Cal Fire. From the onset, Stinson and Milhomme noticed that when people came to get food they would hang around and begin talking to fellow evacuees. So, they got eight chairs and a round table from the Upper Room, allowing individuals to sit and visit. Much as a table in any home kitchen, this round table became a center for conversations, a cup of coffee and getting to know neighbors. “In the meantime, our own volunteers from Upper Room helped to staff the meals as well as meeting other needs of the evacuees,” Milhomme said. “And this was on top of the Upper Room running its normal services. Our volunteers always say ‘yes.’ There they were, helping out to staff everything.” Stinson added, “We had about 40 to 50 volunteers. We had three shifts and our volunteers pulled at least one shift — some more than that. We had nine or 10 each day. Some of the volunteers were actual evacuees themselves. They wanted to help.” Manager Chris continued to be involved in providing care and services. “He passed out masks, picked up garbage and delivered ice,” Stinson said. “He made it a point to be available to us at all times.” “He wanted to make sure the evacuees felt welcomed and were comfortable,” Milhomme added. “He increased security so that everyone could feel safe.” Help came from every quarter, with many people stepping up to help people they didn’t know. “It was phenomenal,” Stinson said. “The moment we ran out of ice, someone would come through with ice. The moment we ran out of food, someone would bring extra sandwiches. This is what the Upper Room is all about — the connections. People helping people, connecting to one another.” Because the days were hot and smokey, umbrellas were needed to provide some shade.
Postings about the Caldron Fire and other news was posted daily. Stinson made a call. “Before you knew it, the area had six umbrellas and then two more.” “It is almost as if we picked it up — the Upper Room, the entire building and its mission — and took it to Walmart,” Milhomme said. In 18 days the tireless volunteers distributed more than 4,000 meals to 160 individuals. After a full week had gone by it became clear that other basic needs had to be addressed. While motor homes and RVs were serving as a home base for the evacuees, what could they do about sanitation? Without hesitation, Stinson was on the phone again, connecting with business owners. The next day AC Septic from Placerville provided service at no cost. A week later, Sweet Septic joined in to help. Propane companies donated propane. Extra portable bathrooms were made available and several local gyms offered showers at any time of the day. The evacuees also enjoyed special treats. One volunteer brought ice cream. Used books were places on the community table, turning it into a small library. A young couple put together activity packets for kids while another couple set up a movie screen for night movies. On the 17th day of evacuation the word was out: “We could go home.” Although the return was determined by area, everyone at the Walmart community was elated. Families leaving could hear the sound of cheers from their temporary neighbors, wishing them God-speed. On the 18th day many evacuees — now friends — returned or stayed for that last dinner, giving thanks to Stinson and Milhomme, as well as the other volunteers who helped get them through a trying time. “We made lifelong friends,” Milhomme said.
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NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9484 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0967 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CRYO lAB EDH, located at 4505 Golden Foothills Parkway, Suite 3, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 10 Guadalupe Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Jodi Nunn-Estupinan, 10 Guadalupe Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jodi Nunn-Estupinan JODI NUNN-ESTUPINAN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 08/30/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9490 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0916 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: INDERMIll lANDSCAPES, located at 6551 Serendipity Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Bryce G Indermill, 6551 Serendipity Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/12/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Bryce Indermill BRYCE INDERMILL, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 08/17/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS
OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9491 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0969 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TEAM MEDIA BABE, located at 1443 Kearns Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Madison Wiltshire, 1443 Kearns 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: 08/29/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Madison Wiltshire MADISON WILTSHIRE, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 08/31/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9492 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-0914 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AlDO’S TACOS, located at 3937 Watsonia Glen Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): The Canchola Company LLC, 3937 Watsonia Glen Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Morgan Sanders MORGAN SANDERS, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 08/17/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9493 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1007 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CROSSROAD ARTS STUDIO, located at 2786 Kenneth Ct., Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Ann Dreeszen, 2786 Kenneth Ct., Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Derk Dreeszen, 2786 Kenneth Ct., 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: 08/01/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Ann Dreeszen ANN DREESZEN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 09/15/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED
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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) 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11 9513 T.S. NO. 20-20501-SP-CA TITlE NO. 200591620-CA-VOI A.P.N. 092-100-016-000 & 092-100-017-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SAlE. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: James Gregory Harrison and Marja Glasser Harrison, husband and wife, as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 12/27/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-008851700 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of El Dorado County, CA. Date of Sale: 10/26/2021 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Main Street Entrance to the County Courthouse, 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA. 95667 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $260,175.06 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5660 Churchmine Road El Dorado, CA 95623 A.P.N.: 092100-016-000 & 092-100-017-000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 20-20501-SP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 09/13/2021 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-2644010 Sales Line 855-219-8501; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com By: Rachael Hamilton, Trustee Sales Representative 09/20/2021, 09/27/2021, 10/04/2021 CPP351446 9/20, 9/27, 10/4 9514 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1037 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HANGTOWN AUTO GlASS, located at 485 Pierroz Rd, Suite A, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Hangtown Body Shop LLC, 485 Pierroz Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/21/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Steven Smith
STEVEN SMITH, 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 09/22/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 9529 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1038 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ACORN ENTERPRISES, located at 3108 Ponte Morino Drive, Ste. 210, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Dev, 3108 Ponte Morino Drive, Ste. 210, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Unincorporated Association other than a partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 07/08/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cynthia Romer for Tom Roberts TOM ROBERTS, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 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 09/22/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 9530 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1039 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: M6 TRUCKING, located at 7721 Silent Path Rd., Somerset, CA 95684 Registered owner(s): Casey J McConachie, 7721 Silent Path Rd, Somerset, CA 95684 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/22/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Casey McConachie CASEY MCCONACHIE, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 09/22/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 9531 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1040 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SMOKE SHOP OF PlACERVIllE, located at 1245 Broadway, Placerville, CA 95667/ Mailing Address: 8427 Jordan Ranch Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95624 Registered owner(s): Tree City Trading Inc, 8427 Jordan Ranch Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95624
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: 08/05/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Arshdeep Khinda ARSHDEEP KHINDA, CEO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 09/22/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 9532 PROPERTY NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND NOTICE OF INTENDED FORFEITURE Property was seized pursuant to California Health and Safety (H&S) Code section 11469, et. seq. in the following cases and the District Attorney of El Dorado County has instituted proceedings to forfeit this property: 0240996. On or about 9/11/2020, $13,505 US Currency was seized at 3221 Penobscot Rd, Greenwood, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11359. 0238280. On or about 8/20/2020, $9,360 US Currency was seized at 5060 Hackomiller Rd, Garden Valley, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11359. 0243963. On 5/28/2021, $7,000 US Currency was seized at 6005 Marybelle Ln, Shingle Springs, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11359. 0238962. On 5/20/2020, $18,176 US Currency was seized at 3985 Vintage Trl, El Dorado, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11359(b) and 11358(c). 0239894. On 10/2/2020, $7,707 US Currency was seized at 4871 Union Mine Rd, El Dorado, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11351 and 11378. 0240243. On 11/17/2020, $1,711 US Currency was seized in the area of Highway 50 Eastbound and Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11378 and 11379. 0244321. On 6/11/2021, $5,940 US Currency was seized at 2881 Freshwater Ln, El Dorado Hills, CA in connection with a violation of H&S Code Section 11359. If your claim is properly filed, the District Attorney will decide whether to file a Petition for Forfeiture with the Superior Court to contest your claim. In the case where a Petition is filed and a contested hearing is held you will have the following rights which include but are not limited to: you have the right to use the subpoena powers of the court and order witnesses to attend, you have a right to testify on your own behalf, submit evidence showing the legitimacy of the seized assets, and a right to cross examine the petitioner’s witnesses. This is a civil action, you have the additional right to represent yourself or hire your own attorney, and there is no right to appointed counsel in this case. If no claim is properly filed within the time allowed, the property will be ordered forfeited to the State, to be disposed of according to law. Pursuant to section 11488.4 and 11488.5 of the H&S Code, procedures to forfeit the above listed property are under way. If you claim an interest in this property, you must, within 30 days of the last publication of the Notice of Seizure and Administrative Forfeiture, file a verified claim in the Superior Court Clerk’s office located at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA. You must also provide an endorsed copy of the claim, stating your interest in the property, to the office of the El Dorado County District Attorney, 778 Pacific Street, Placerville, CA 95667. The claim must refer to the specific item of property listed in this notice. If your claim is not timely filed, property described in the Notice will be forfeited pursuant to H&S Code section 11489. 9/27, 10/4, 10/11 9533 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1065 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CRAFTHOUSE CUlTURE, located at 3300 Coach Lane, Suite # D5 and # D6, Cameron Park, CALI 95682/Mailing Address: 3083 Christopher Court, Soquel, California, 95073 Registered owner(s): Prolific Holdings Company LLC, 3300 Coach Lane, Suite # D6, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Patrick Corrigan PATRICK CORRIGAN, SINGLE MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on
09/29/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9552 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1063 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FlIP FlOP FARMS, located at 3961 Luneman Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Nicole Mollison, 3961 Luneman Rd, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Peter Mollison, 3961 Luneman 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: 09/24/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Nicole Mollison NICOLE MOLLISON, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 09/29/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9553 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2021-1022 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. MOTHER lODE INSURANCE SERVICES, 2. CUMBRE INSURANCE SERVICES, 3. DIRECT-lINK INSURANCE SERVICES, 4. RITTER INSURANCE AGENCY located at 4065 Mother Lode Drive, Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: Acrisure Of California, LLC, 100 Ottawa Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Registered owner(s): Acrisure Of California, LLC, 100 Ottawa Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: Michigan The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of Registrant: /s/ Courtney Kolenda COURTNEY KOLENDA, VICE PRESIDENT OF ACRISURE, LLC -its 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 09/17/2021. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 9554 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 NOTICE OF lIEN SAlE 2004 Wildwood trlr 1LB8593 4X4TWDB224T131897 10/21/2021 at 10:00am 4041 Carson Rd Camino Ca 530 647 0619 10/4 9555
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Austin Reininger celebrates with the crowd at the first Walk with Austin TRYathlon — a special event for children with special needs. Joining Team Austin at the El Dorado Hills event Sept. 25 are Marina Village seventh-graders Roman McFarland running beside and Jonah Anderson pushing Austin.
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Finders Way volume was only approximately 1,500 vehicles a day, which doesn’t meet the threshold for a signal or an all-way stop sign. “You need 5,000 to 6,000 vehicles a day to trigger an all-way stop,” he said. “There’s just not enough side street volume.” Brown did admit to seeing aggressive driving, crossing over double yellow, passing on the right, and other risky behavior. Regarding the eastbound approach to Finders Way, he measured the sight distance at 525 feet, which he cited safe for speeds up to 55 mph. “There’s not always just one vehicle that’s waiting to make a left hand turn,” countered resident Brian Haversack. “The distance that you’re measuring from the crest of that hill is dramatically reduced when you have multiple cars that want to make a left hand turn.” DOT Director Rafael Martinez pointed out that according to the California Highway Safety Manual, approximately one collision per year is predicted for that intersection, a statistic calculated from speeds and traffic volume. “There are no collisions at the intersection yet,” he said, indicating that it often takes time for drivers to get used to a new road configuration. “The first year, we typically have a lot of accidents and this one we don’t.” As to possible sidewalks, Martinez blamed a lack of funds. “We force the developers to incorporate (sidewalks) in as they are modifying,” he said, adding that he would ask the CHP to monitor the intersection to address speeding. In the meantime, the county has modified some street striping as well as installed intersection and cross traffic warning signs both eastbound and westbound along Saratoga Way.
In response to suspicions that reported volumes were skewed due to pandemic shutdowns and the nearby Saratoga Estates being unoccupied at the time, Martinez guaranteed another traffic count in either January or April of 2022, months that he assured would yield the highest volume. He invited the public to attend and comment at the December Traffic Advisory Committee meeting when additional speed limit signs will be reviewed and, if approved, installed in January 2022. As to questions regarding the Saratoga Way/Wilson Boulevard intersection, Martinez indicated that the four lanes, signal and nearby stop signs were all funded by Elliott Homes as part of a build out for future traffic volumes. “If a development comes in directly to the east of Finders, we can condition those developments to make improvements at that location,” he said. “We are aware that there is a huge impact.” Saratoga Way extension phase 2 is part of the county’s Capital Improvement Program as an identified need for funding from future development projects. Phase 2 will widen the existing two-lane road to four lanes from the Sacramento County line to El Dorado Hills Boulevard with full curb, gutter and sidewalk on the north side only. “We talk as residents about EDH as being a rural community,” opined APAC Chair John Davey, noting that there was a time when no one in the area wanted sidewalks. “The reality is that EDH stopped being a rural community in 1988 when we started approving 4,000 home specific plans … The philosophy and the approach of how development projects are approved and conditioned, it’s an evolving thing over the years.”
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