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Kelly Williams from Sierra Monuments installs a plaque honoring slain El Dorado County sheriff’s deputy Brian Ishmael on a boulder near an El Dorado Trail trailhead. That portion of the El Dorado Trail, which begins on the corner of Forni Road and Ray Lawyer Drive in Placerville, was officially named in remembrance of the fallen deputy killed last year.

Village Life photos by Sel Richard

See the spooky and cooky scarecrows at the El Dorado Hills Community Services District lot, corner of Harvard Way and El Dorado Hills Boulevard. Above is Troy’s scarecrow, which won 1st Place in the Youth Category, Most Creative. At right is Own It Real Estate’s scarecrow, which took home the Best In Show ribbon. Check out all the entries and get some ghoulish ideas for next year. Other Halloween activities this week include the EDHCSD Drive-thru Trunk or Treat event, 4-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at 1021 Harvard Way in El Dorado Hills. Participants will remain in their vehicles and are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes while they drive through the park and collect goodies.

Ish Trail dedicated Kevin Christensen Staff writer Friday, Oct. 23, was Brian “Ish” Ishmael Day. It’s the date one of El Dorado County’s finest lost his life — one year ago — while serving and protecting his community. The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors officially proclaimed Oct. 23 Brian “Ish” Ishmael Day and on this date this year a portion of the El Dorado Trail was named in his honor. All county flags were flown at half-staff Friday in remembrance of the deputy who made the ultimate sacrifice and community members as well as the deputy’s family and friends attended a special dedication cern

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Tractor Supply Company store to set up shop in EDH Sel Richard Staff writer In an attempt to capture the El Dorado Hills area’s more rural market, Portland-based developer PacTrust recently filed a conditional use permit for Tractor Supply Company to build a store on the west side of Latrobe Road, approximately 300 feet north of the Golden Foothill Parkway intersection. Although PacTrust is proposing a zoning change to adjacent areas to allow for residential use, this permit only addresses the development of the store’s permanent outdoor sales area, an already approvable use under the current Research and Development zoning designation. The property under application encompasses 3.13 acres and will house a 19,000-square-foot building with a full-access driveway approximately 470 feet west of the curb return at Latrobe Road. “It’s really a lifestyle store that appeals to people who have a little bit of land,”

said PacTrust Vice President Scott Hodson. “They tend to be sort of on the edge of where rural and suburban meet.” Describing itself as the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the nation, Tractor Supply Company claims to be the answer to a unique niche, a one-stop shop for recreational farmers, ranchers and the like. Offering merchandise necessary to care for home, land, pets and animals, the store focuses on product localization and exclusive brands that address needs of those with an “outhere” lifestyle. TSC boasts more than 1,880 stores in 49 states and an 80-plus year history, with nearby stores in Placerville, Jackson, Auburn and Antelope. “They like this site because they have a lot of people who are coming into El Dorado Hills from the south, southeast and southwest via White Rock,” explained Hodson, also pointing out n

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Volunteers wanted Now: The El Dorado Hills Chapter of National Charity League Inc., the nation’s premier mother-daughter volunteer organization, has begun accepting applications from women with daughters currently in sixth through ninth grade. For more information visit nationalcharityleague. org/chapter/eldoradohills or send an email to membershipeldoradohills@nclonline.org. Applications will be accepted through Jan. 15, 2021.

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Photos and question by Sel Richard

What was your most unusual Halloween costume?

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“I dressed up one of my kids in a jalapeño costume and put her in a basket of chips when she was six months old.”

“Static cling: I wore sweats and a T-shirt, stuck socks all over my outfit and I had frizzy hair.”

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“I dressed up my three boys and my husband as prisoners and I was a cop.”

“I was a bunch of grapes. I had balloons all over me and while it was fun, it was really hard to get to class.”

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Oct. 6 1:34 p.m. Petty theft was reported in El Dorado Hills (street not listed). 3:38 p.m. Grand theft was reported in El Dorado Hills (street not listed).

Oct. 31: The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts Trail of Treats on Halloween. The 1.1 mile loop around Cameron Park Lake will be set up for kids wearing their Halloween costumes to stop at community volunteer booths or trunks to trick-or-treat. All participants must preregister; day-of registration or walk-ins will not be available. Register for this event online at cameronpark.org or call (530) 677-2231.

Oct. 7 11:16 a.m. Mailbox vandalism was reported on Monte Verde Drive.

Oct. 8 7:45 a.m. A set of car keys was found on Powers Drive and turned over to deputies.

Oct. 9 6:21 a.m. A vehicle break-in was reported on Hazelnut Circle. 9:37 a.m. Theft was reported in El Dorado Hills (street not listed).

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9:01 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Brook Mar Drive. 6:52 p.m. Tools were reportedly vandalized in a Ridgeview Drive home’s unlocked garage.

Oct. 12 6:29 p.m. Grand theft was reported in El Dorado Hills (street not listed).

Oct. 13 11:42 a.m. Deputies cited a 31-year-old man on probation who allegedly had drug paraphernalia in his possession on Town Center Boulevard. Courtesy photo

Congratulations to eighth-grader DeAngelo Stewart, named Student of the Year by Rolling Hills Middle School and the Rotary Club of El Dorado Hills. Teachers commended DeAngelo for his perseverance and dedication, saying he has accomplished a great deal academically and personally during his time at the El Dorado Hills school. “DeAngelo has really stepped up to the plate,” said Rolling Hills Principal Debra Bowers. The student, holding his plaque, is seen above with proud father Matt Stewart, grandmother Priscilla Stewart and grandfather Bob Stewart, left to right. At last week’s Zoom Rotary meeting he received his plaque, an illustrated dictionary and $50.

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tep into Omega Nine Child Enrichment Center and one is greeted with a quiet, darkened room and hushed voices. It happened to be nap time, but that did nothing to dampen co-owner and director Dianne Small’s twinkling blue eyes and her sweet demeanor with the little girl who apparently chose a nestle in Small’s arms over a midday snooze. Small and CEO/coowner John Arreguin opened Omega Nine in El Dorado Hills Town Center this July and the business is quickly growing. Offering a niche curriculum tailored to infants and toddlers, Small works directly with parents to lay a foundation for individualized social and emotional development that complements the philosophy of each child’s family. Children from 0-3 years old enjoy a structured yet flexible schedule. Activities are planned for each child based on continuous assessments and evaluations. A typical day includes greeting, choice, group and outside time. Toilet training is also offered. “Language is probably where you see the most growth at this age,” noted Small. “When you have the child for four or eight hours a day, you’ve got to go beyond babysitting. We’re not just a daycare. These are their wakeful hours.” Although her first priority is the children, she can’t help admit that she gains enjoyment from the business. “Every day is different and it’s fun,” Small shared. “I like supporting the parents and learning about them and their kids. I like working with the teachers. It’s just refreshing. You come

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Kaden Bono, 16 months; Caroline Tran, 2; and Sage Thortvedt, 20 months, play with flash cards at Omega Nine, a new child enrichment center in El Dorado Hills. in the morning with all these goals and by the end of the day, maybe you didn’t meet any of those goals but you can smile on the way home.” A previous Montessori school director and owner, Small wields more than 35 years of child development experience so opening the center felt like a natural fit. Coupled with Arreguin’s stint as former Natomas High School principal, the focus on child enrichment was a service they thought would be valuable to the growing community. Small’s track record is a resounding endorsement; her former school opened with 22 students. By the time she left it was operating at a maximum capacity of 75 students, with a 50 student waiting list. Smalls’ qualifications are also impressive; she holds two Montessori credentials, multiple degrees in child and human development and was a past UC Davis Center for Excellence in Child Development

instructor. However, she presents a more grandmotherly air with her warm and gentle way toward her charges. As the center’s client list grows Small said she will hire additional teachers with infant/toddler care backgrounds. “I’m looking to form a closeknit team that can put their own thumbprint on the program,” Small revealed about her vetting process, which includes background checks. Ratios are normally set at one teacher per four infants or six toddlers but because of current socialdistancing guidelines due to COVID-19 concerns, the ratios have been reduced to one teacher per three infants or four toddlers. Regarding their rather unusual name, “Some people think we serve avocados,” Small giggled, explaining that the center’s name relates to Arreguin’s background. Omega is the ending symbol in the Greek alphabet, representing the last, the best or the

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CHP reported only one incident in the last three months, despite numerous complaints on neighborhood online forums. “Give us a call or the CHP,” insisted Prencipe, explaining that calling out dangerous activity on social media does nothing. “If it’s happening regularly and if we’re getting the calls, then we get a good idea of when it’s happening.” To file a complaint visit edcgov.us/Government/ sheriff, select the Sheriff’s Office menu and then select the File a Citizen Complaint option under the Public Information category. The Sheriff’s Office can be reached at (530) 621-5655. Residents can also stop by the sheriff’s substation at 4355 Town Center Blvd., Suite 113, El Dorado Hills.

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Fortunately, we were able to hire a competent younger person who works off an outside “to do” list when he comes once a month. He makes light work of the projects that I once could do very well myself. He’s part of our plan. Why is it that having to pay someone feels more difficult than asking a neighbor, a friend or a family member to help with a chore? It does seem to formalize the need for something that really I can do by myself. Does this sound familiar? • I don’t need a cane (a walker). I only fell because the sidewalk was uneven. I tripped over a rock. • I only hired someone to help with the gardening because I got behind on the projects and wanted them done. • I don’t know who to trust or who to call. What should I ask for? • I don’t want to talk about my weaknesses or shortcomings. What will people think? • I’m worried about how much this will cost. I’m sure I can do this a while longer. • I’ll have to admit I’m getting old and need help. How hard is it to admit our own weaknesses? How hard is it to say them out loud to someone else? How even more difficult is it to admit you need help with those tasks? If and when that happens, it’s apparent the support and helping hands will allow you to continue your life when, where and how you’d like. So think about your plan — even in broad and general terms. An example might be: Staying in your own home with ideas acceptable to you. You may know the resources available, including costs, but you’re the one who has to agree to start the process. Making those decisions from a hospital bed or, worse yet, rehabbing in a skilled nursing home may be too late. Some good discussion ahead of time may be the important key to get resources in place to prevent the fall off the ladder and broken bones. A plan is only as good as its implementation. How does it feel to admit you need help? From my perspective — awful ... but just for a minute or two. I got over it really quick after our yard maintenance person came and got a lot done. I was already putting together a to-do list for his next time at the house. What a sense of relief! I know you don’t really need help in/out of the shower but did you know that a huge percentage of older people fall in the bathroom? Having someone get the shower going and being there to help you in/out safely will be well worth the time and money. Knowing you can do this whenever someone is there to watch out for your safety will give you and everyone close to you a sense of relief. At what point do I start? Although money is usually a factor, I think for me it’s an emotional decision as well. It’s having to admit I cannot do it all anymore. So think about your plan, what’s important to you and when you’re ready to implement the plan – a step at a time. Good luck. Get started. We’re aging together you and me. Fun isn’t it? Carol S. Heape, MSW, CMC is founder/CEO of Elder Options Inc. and an elder herself. Visit elderoptionsca.com.

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Support John Hidahl EDITOR: e are fortunate to have such a man as John Hidahl as our current supervisor. He has faced a myriad of obstacles and obstructions along his way but still perseveres with a smile on his face and honesty in his heart. John and his wife Eileen have lived in El Dorado Hills for many years and raised their family and stayed involved with many grass-root efforts to better the community. John has been a selfless worker in making sure the county survives these trying times. I’m voting for the man who will not accept developers’ money, as Ron Briggs has. Vote for John Hidahl for District 1 supervisor. HUGH W. BACA El Dorado Hills

Hidahl shows up EDITOR: support John Hidahl for District 1 supervisor, based on 40 years of service in El Dorado Hills. In contrast, Mr. Briggs has only shown up in El Dorado Hills for elections — his own. • 2006-2015 District 4 supervisor • 2014 county treasurer • 2018 he announced for county recorder-clerk • 2020 his run for District 1 supervisor I guess we could call him “The Running Man.” He did show up in court — when he sued the county seeking supervisor back-pay after he had been termed out of oﬃce in 2015. Is that what all of these election runs are about, a paycheck? He admitted to accepting $25,000 from Parker Development. Also $10,000 from developer AKT & Associates after he was termed out as District 4 supervisor, saying at a March candidate forum, “AKT & Associates contacted me and asked if they could help me reduce my debt and gave me $10,000.” It’s nice to have friends. Since 2015 I haven’t seen Mr. Briggs attend a single El Dorado Hills APAC meeting. The development projects that he is opposing in his campaign were reviewed multiple times over those years, with residents contributing questions and concerns. In five years as a resident Mr. Briggs hasn’t bothered to contribute. No attendance at monthly El Dorado Hills Community Council meetings, either. I cannot find a single public comment from Mr. Briggs on any EDH project since 2015. Not a word to the Planning Department, Planning Commission or the Board of Supervisors. Yet, when an election rolls around, he suddenly wants to express his outrage about development projects?

Thank you, League of Women Voters EDITOR: eople are relying more and more on sound bites and social media for “news” rather than putting in the time to find the facts. I would like to thank the League of Women Voters of El Dorado County once again for providing citizens with another successful and insightful candidate forum. John Hidahl and Ron Briggs of District 1 each had the opportunity to answer the same pertinent questions. I urge you to watch the candidate forum video. It’s more telling than any paid-for mailer you receive or social media post you read. It is clear to me who came into the event well-prepared and stood out as the professional, well informed choice — John Hidahl. Supervisor Hidahl spoke intelligently and provided specific examples of the work he has done and will continue to do in regards to homelessness, law enforcement, school overcrowding, senior housing, community parks, open space and more. He took each question seriously and gave answers that allowed people to see how invested he is in continuing to protect our way of life in El Dorado Hills and the county. As telling as this was in terms of Hidahl’s knowledge and preparedness, I’m sorry I cannot say that I learned the same from his opponent. The fact that his dog and a squeaky toy interrupted the forum on more than one occasion was equally telling and an example of how each candidate approached this event. John Hidahl has proven to be a professional, intelligent, hard-working person in the District 1 seat. He has received endorsements from Republican Assemblyman Kevin Kiley, former Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness, multiple EDHCSD board members, all of the EDH Fire Board directors, EDH & EDC Chambers of Commerce and the list goes on. Neighbors and friends, please, don’t be falsely misled, watch the forum and make an informed decision. Our amazing community is depending on you. NICOLE DOLDER El Dorado Hills

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Placerville estate is an elegant escape

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ou could describe this estate as reminiscent of “The Great Gatsby” era or one that could be found in the prestigious South Hamptons. With a gated entrance and extraordinary grounds, the 10 acres in the Gold Hill area are impressive with generous grassy areas and landscaping accents designed for entertaining or that picture-perfect special event. Driving up to the main residence, you are met with a bright, one-of-a-kind home. Custom built in 1987, careful design was taken in the layout of this 7,500-square-foot estate.

6498 American Way, Placerville 7,554 square feet 8 bedrooms, 5.5 baths 10-acre property Listed at $1,645,000 MLS #20025953

When you step through the front door you cannot miss the massive ceilings and easy flow of the home. Softer edges, huge picture windows throughout matched with a fluid design of over 6,300 square feet of living space is ever present. Multiple living areas include a large library/office area with floor-to-ceiling inset bookshelves. The center stage for the step-down living room is an oversized, wood-burning fireplace with an opening almost tall enough to stand in. n

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Beautifully remodeled farmhouse-style home in the heart of El Dorado Hills, in highly desirable Governors Village with No HOA or Mello Roos. On nearly half an acre with a pool this home is a great opportunity. Step through the custom built front door to a large open living room/kitchen. Ample amounts of counter space in the large kitchen with two sit at bars. Three balconies give you plenty of space for your outdoor entertaining with a gorgeous, recently replastered, pool to cool off on the hot summer days. The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet, and a master bathroom suite with large shower and custom cabinets. No details were missed from the custom built light fixtures to the custom concrete countertops and cabinets throughout.

OCTOBER 28, 2020

California’s Proposition 21 is not a good fix

roposition 21 is another assault on more rent than they can afford and not private property rights disguised as by choice, according to the Public Policy rent control. Institute. California has a chronic shortLike a vampire this issue keeps rising age of affordable housing. Landlords from the dead. Voters last buried it in didn’t create the problem and price con2018. It has about as much chance of trols never solve a supply problem. passing as California’s bullet train has of Prop. 21, if approved by voters this reaching Los Angeles. It’s a proposition November, would greatly expand local to nowhere. Even our governor rejects government’s ability to enact rent control the proposition saying it “runs the allordinances, limited now by another state too-real-risk of discouraging availability law, Costa-Hawkins, exempting singleof affordable housing in our state.” family homes and newer multi-family Ken Calhoon Despite its likely demise it’s worth my projects. newsprint space reviewing why rent conFifteen cities in California already Real estate columnist trol keeps reappearing in a ballot propohave some form of rent control and by sition every few years, why our elected lifting the restraints imposed by Costaleaders keep passing rent-control legislation and how Hawkins, many more would likely follow. Regulating property owners can bury this issue for good. the amount of rent an owner can charge for their propIt’s undisputed that California’s rental housing is too erty erodes property values, sets up a rent police bureauexpensive. California has the highest rents in the nation cracy and weakens traditional ownership benefits. with the average two-bedroom apartment renting for In addition to the physical nature of property, own$1,900 a month. About half of all tenants are paying ership of real property includes a package of benefits,

including the right to acquire, the right to use the property, the right to maximize its value and the right to transfer ownership. Private property rights are a cornerstone of capitalism and protected by the Constitution’s Fifth Amendment, “nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation,” and the Fourteenth Amendment’s due process clause. Recognizing that property ownership promotes economic prosperity and contributes to social well-being, federal monetary and tax policy has historically encouraged entry-level homeownership. Those incentives, however, have not kept pace with the rapid increase in the cost of housing. Only one-third of Californians can now afford the state’s $700,000 median-priced home. The alternate is a limited and expensive rental market. California has one of the lowest homeownership rates in the country and non-owners outnumber owners in our more densely populated areas. When a large majority of people are priced out of the opportunity for homeownership and with limited rental options, their n

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Estate features 6 bedrooms/5-1/2 baths, including separate in-law quarters, on 10 acres near Folsom Reservoir. Circular drive leads to gated courtyard which opens to living room and formal dining area and great room. One wing of the home boasts two bedrooms with Jack and Jill bath and additional bedroom suite. Located on the opposite side is the office with gorgeous wood box ceiling and self contained in-law quarters. The remote upstairs master suite boasts sitting room with shared fireplace, private balcony with city lights view, three vanities, jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. Spend your afternoon and evening hours savoring your perfect backyard

EXQUISITE & TIMELESS custom designed Serrano Country Club residence. This home offers single level living with 2nd story guest suites. Striking architectural details. Luxurious office w/dual desks & bookshelves w/access to the gorgeous courtyard. The remodeled owner’s suite boasts dual marble vanities, wood floors, soaking tub, elegant walk-in marble shower & sitting area, w/access to custom private spa. The impressive chef’s kitchen features dual ovens, gas cook top, Subzero Pro refrigerator, warming drawer, designer lighting & wet bar. Upstairs is a cozy sitting room which connects three ensuites for guests. So much more...

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Many classic characteristics preserve the historical beauty of the home including hardwood floors, glass doorknobs, window seats, and built-in hutches. The kitchen and main bathroom have been updated with modern touches including quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and eco-friendly fixtures. Fruit trees across the 2+ acres, classic gas pump, and rock wall are glimpses into the property’s past of being the Liddicoat family ranch. Enjoy relaxing local views from one of home’s two large decks while dreaming how to make the property your ownlots of room for gardening, livestock, a family pool and more! Other fun features include a wine cellar, old-fashioned sauna, and nearby access to the beautiful El Dorado Trail.

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American Way All the rooms are generous in size, including a junior master suite — which is as large as many master suites — with outdoor access via its own private patio. The master suite oasis boasts a beautiful alcove with turret ceiling, creating a dramatic sitting or lounging area with picture-framed windows encapsulating the outside landscape. The master bath showcases a touch of the classic Roman bathhouse design with a stepup tub and hidden shower. Step out onto the master suite’s deck and experience the “Gatsby” vibe as you sit with your morning coffee and take in the breathtaking landscape that surrounds the in-ground pool (with automatic cover, making it child/animal proof) and the glorious pool house. Upstairs has convenient bedrooms on one side with a large game room plus a media room for more fun with movies, DJ practice or even your own green room. The footprint of the property is well thought out to easily migrate from place to place. Storage is at an abundance.

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Plant lovers will love the indoor greenhouse fully plumed for exotic flowers or full sun garden. Hosting large or small groups is easy when gathering around the heated pool. The property also includes barbecues, a fenced kids play area and a bonus treehouse.

The concrete walkway encircling the entire home makes for ease of walking without risk of tripping; it was actually designed for grandchildren and their beginning bike riding excursions. Entertaining guests overnight or interested in creating an Air BnB? This property has elegant solutions with lodging in the pool house as well as a two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage featuring a charming look with an ivy laced brick archway. The second home boasts a very nice full kitchen with plenty of storage and a hidden cabinet fully equipped for sewing activities. There’s also an open attic with potential conversion to living space. Guests will enjoy their time on the large porch with views and plenty of rocking chair room. Other property features include a four-car garage, barn with paddocks, lots of room to ride and room to park an RV. The property is conveniently located just minutes from Placerville with paved roads. Interested in this American Way home? Contact Bruce Champion at (916) 996-6870.

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depressed the housing market earlier this year and was the highest sales level recorded since February 2009. September sales rose 5.2% from 465,400 in August and were up 21.2% from a year ago when 404,030 homes were sold on an annualized basis. “As motivated buyers continue to take advantage of the lowest interest rates in history, home sales will be elevated in the next couple of months and the housing market should remain a bright spot in a broader economy that continues to struggle,” said CAR President Jeanne Radsick, a second-generation Realtor from Bakersfield. “And with many employers allowing the flexibility of working remotely, homebuyers now also have the option of searching in less expensive areas where homes are more affordable and buyers can get more home for their money.” With home sales continuing to bounce back in September and sales of higher-

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LOS ANGELES – California’s homebuying season extended further into September as home sales climbed to their highest level in more than a decade and the median home price set another high for the fourth straight month, according to the California Association of Realtors. Information collected by CAR from more than 90 local Realtor associations and MLSs statewide shows closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 489,590 units in September. The statewide annualized sales figure represents what would be the total number of homes sold during 2020 if sales maintained the September pace throughout the year. It is adjusted to account for seasonal factors that typically influence home sales. September’s sales total climbed above the 400,000 level for the third straight month since the COVID-19 crisis

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priced properties recovering faster than the rest of the market, the statewide median price hit another new high after setting records in June, July and August. California’s median home price exceeded the $700,000 mark for the second consecutive month, as it reached $712,430 in September, edging up 0.8% from August’s $706,900 and jumping 17.6% from $605,680 in September 2019. The yearly price increase was the highest recorded since February 2014 and higher than the six-month average of 5.3% observed between March 2020 to August 2020. “With the statewide home price hitting new highs for the past four months, it’s sounding like a broken record as California home sales and prices continue to outperform expectations,” said CAR Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Leslie Appleton-Young. “However, with the shortest time on market in recent memory, an alarmingly low supply of homes for sale, and the fastest price growth in six and a half years, the market’s short-term gain can also be its weakness in the longer term as the imbalance of supply and demand could lead to more housing shortages and deeper affordability issues.” Reflecting the rise in home prices, consumers continue to say it is a good time to sell, according to CAR’s monthly Consumer Housing Sentiment Index. Conducted in early October, the poll found that 56% of consumers said it is a good time to sell, down from 58% a month ago, but up from 52% a year ago. Meanwhile, low interest rates continue to fuel optimism for homebuying; 28% of consumers who responded to the poll believed that now is a good time to buy a home, up from last year, when 22% said it was a good time to buy a home. Other key points from CAR’s September 2020 resale housing report: • At the regional level, sales increased in all major regions from last year in the high double-digits. The Central Coast and the San Francisco Bay Area had the strongest sales growth in September with both regions surging 42% and 34.2%, respectively. That was followed

by increases in the Far North (28.3%), Southern California (25.0%) and the Central Valley (18.4%). • More than nine out of ten counties (47 of 51) tracked by C.A.R. experienced a year-over-year gain in closed sales, with Plumas increasing the most from last year at 130.3%, followed by Amador (122.4%) and Mono (118.8%). Counties with an increase from last year averaged a gain of 39.2%. Sales fell in four counties, with Merced declining the most at 20.8% from last year. • Sales in resort communities remained hot in September as housing demand in those areas continued to surge from last year. South Lake Tahoe home sales continued to increase year-overyear by triple-digits (105.4%) for the second consecutive month, while Rim O’ the World and Tahoe Sierra surged from a year ago by 107.6% and 73.6%, respectively. The flexibility to work from home and the desire to move away from metropolitan areas continued to motivate home buyers to flock to resort communities where they can get more home for their money. • At the regional level, all major regions posted double-digit price increases from last year. The Central Coast had the highest increase in median price, rising 20.6% from last year, followed by the San Francisco Bay Area (20.5%), the Far North (19.0%), Southern California (15.2%) and the Central Valley (14.6%). All regions except the San Francisco Bay Area set a new high in median price in September. • All but one of 51 counties tracked by C.A.R. reported a year-over-year price gain, with 39 of them growing 10% or more. Lassen had the highest price increase, gaining 51.4% year-over-year. Humboldt was the only county where the median price was flat from a year ago and no counties experienced an annual price decline. • For-sale properties continued to be added to the market at a pace slower than normal and housing supply remained significantly below last year’s level. The year-over-year decline of 48.4% in September was the fourth consecutive

Calhoon

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frustration is targeted at the most easily identified source, their landlord. Advocates of rent control say it would keep families in their homes, preserve affordable housing, stop homelessness and save taxpayers money. The facts prove otherwise. Where rent control has been adopted rents are higher than other California cities, the homeless population is greater and governmentbuilt affordable housing is wasting tax dollars. Prop. 21 is the wrong response to a problem we all recognize. California’s housing is too expensive. Our home prices are double the national average. That price difference isn’t because lumber and labor costs are twice as high in California, it’s because we don’t build enough housing for the number of folks who live here. The real solution to the housing supply problem isn’t regulating rents, it’s increasing the supply. The supply solution has so many roadblocks it is nearly impossible for a private developer to build affordable housing. Government regulations, mitigation costs, required environmental studies and lawsuits from NIMBYs opposed to any new housing has blocked private sector housing development. Absent pri-

vate venture capital our state spends billions of taxpayer dollars building very expensive affordable housing. A nearby example of a rent control city is Sacramento. A recent report from housing officials shows the remodeling cost of the Capital Park Hotel to house 135 homeless in 250-squarefoot units costing more than $445,000 per unit or $1,100 per square foot. A typical single-family home on an average lot in Sacramento costs $200 a square foot. Enacting rent control will not reduce the number of homeless and it will not solve California’s chronic shortage of affordable housing. What it will do is discourage small, mom-and-pop investors from investing in single-family homes. Under Costa-Hawkins local governments are prohibited from adopting a rent control ordinance affecting single-family homes. Prop. 21 eliminates that exception for

individuals who own more than two. California already has the most restrictive statewide rent control law in the country, passed by the legislature last year. The law, known as the Tenant Protection Act of 2019, limits how much landlords can increase rents and forces landlords to show “just cause” before terminating a lease. The advocacy for expanding rent control will continue to grow in our one-party state. If limiting the amount of rent a property owner can ask for is good public policy today, when will sellers be limited on their asking prices? The selfinterest of property owners is more secured when ownership is expanded and more share in the benefits of owning a home. Ken Calhoon is a real estate broker in El Dorado County. He can be reached for questions and comments at ken@kencalhoon.com.

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month with active listings falling more than 40% from the prior year. • With sales remaining robust and the growth in active listing continuing its declining trend, CAR’s Unsold Inventory Index (UII) dipped to the lowest level since November 2004. The UII fell sharply from 3.6 months in September 2019 to 2.0 months this September. • Active listings continued to decline significantly in all major regions. The Central Coast had the biggest drop (-60.3%) from last September, followed by the Central Valley (-51.5%), Southern California (-49.9%), the Far North (-43.9%) and the San Francisco Bay Area (-31.9%). Forty-nine of the 51 counties reported by CAR experienced a year-over-year decline in active listings in September. Santa Barbara had the biggest drop from last year (83.7%), followed by San Bernardino (65.8%) and Merced (65.7%). Twenty-five counties had less than half the active listings they had in September 2019. San Francisco (47.2%) and San Mateo (2.6%) continued to be the only counties in California with an increase in active listings from the prior year. • Housing inventory tightened by double-digits in all price segments, but

the constraint was more pronounced in the affordable markets. Active listings in every price range continued to decline sharply from last year, with forsale properties priced below $1 million falling 56% on a year-over-year basis. Compared to a year ago, the supply for homes priced between $1 million and $3 million declined 30.4% and homes priced at or above the $3 million benchmark declined 19.4%. • The median number of days it took to sell a California single-family home was 11 days in September, down from 24 in September 2019. The September 2020 figure was the lowest ever recorded. • CAR’s statewide sales-price-to-listprice ratio was 100% in September 2020 and 98.5% in September 2019. • The statewide average price per square foot for an existing single-family home was $321 in September 2020 and $287 in September 2019. • The 30-year, ﬁxed-mortgage interest rate averaged 2.89% in September, down from 3.61% in September 2019, according to Freddie Mac. The five-year, adjustable mortgage interest rate was an average of 2.98%, compared to 3.38% in September 2019.

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