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MAKING THE PURCHASE
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EDHCSD grabs last slice of executive golf course
Noel Stack Editor
Th e southern portion of the old executive golf course in El Dorado Hills has a new owner. After years of meetings, public input and sometimes heated discussions, the El Dorado Hills Community Services District Board of Directors voted 3-1 to exercise the purchase option for the remaining 41.66 acres. Directors Heidi Hannaman, Michael Martinelli and Noelle Mattock supported the purchase from Serrano Associates LLC during a special July 23 meeting. Board President Stephen Ferry voted against the motions to acquire the property and secure financing.
In November 2023 EDHCSD directors opted to purchase 55 acres of the former golf course at the intersection of El Dorado Hills Boulevard and Serrano Parkway for $10 million. That purchase agreement came with an 18-month window to acquire the second portion, for which the district will finance approximately $5.3 million with the remainder of the purchase to be funded by cash on hand.
“We owe our community something beautiful ...”
— EDHCSD Director Heidi Hannaman
The 20-year financing through Umpqua Bank will cost the district about $419,000 a year, according to Director of Administration & Finance O ce Teri Gotro. Directors expressed optimism the CSD could pay o the balance early.
The property’s appraisal and financing options didn’t sit well with several speakers, including Director Ferry.
Pinching pennies for county parks
■ Staff explores cost recovery options
Jo Carrerow
Mountain Democrat correspondent
Supervisors approved exploring new strategies to help fund county parks, some that have up until now been operating solely on county funding.
At the July 22 El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting, Chief Administrative Office principal management analyst Jennifer Franich told the board she hoped their presentation would generate “a great discussion about all of the options for parks funding, and that we can get some meaningful feedback from all of you.”
Much of the board’s decisions that day were based on a budget that has no room for new expenditures.
Parks Manager Zachary Perras said they would address eight initiatives in the Parks and Trails Master Plan, four of them intended to be completed in the 2025-26 calendar years and the other four ongoing.
“We owe our community something beautiful when we get o that freeway. We have to work to get that back so that’s what I’m going to do,” Hannaman said during an emotional message that included admonishing some residents in attendance who engaged in personal attacks and outbursts.
Purchasing the property — which comes with a $9,951,940 price tag plus an estimated $100,000 in closing costs for title, escrow and financing for a total of $10,050,000 — is the only way the CSD can “make sure we are able to control the visioning process for that property,” added Martinelli.
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“I spent 35 years in mortgage banking and I seriously disagree with the appraiser’s assessment and I am really concerned with Oppenheimer (loan consultant) refusing to make the loan based on the property we are buying,” Ferry told the Mountain Democrat the day after the meeting. “Obviously, all their subject banks did not think the subject property’s value was even close to $10,000,000. The board is responsible for the people’s money, and I take that responsibility very seriously.” During open forum, EDH
“Anything we take on, for quite some time probably … anything new we create can’t be something that’s subsidized.”
— District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin
The goal is to establish cost recovery through fees to fund parks and also their renovations so that less is subsidized by the county and the parks become more self-sufficient. Perras has recently been certified in a financial sustainability certification program taught by Jamie Schaubach, a representative of the California Parks and Recreation Society.
Schaubach had been contracted by the city of Napa to address its Parks and Recreation budget
NTSB releases new details on fatal Lake Tahoe boat capsizing
Petra Molina Sierra Sun
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Moments before 10-foot waves capsized a 28-foot powerboat during a sudden storm on Lake Tahoe, a passenger grabbed a life jacket and began handing them to the others. She was the only one wearing a life jacket when the boat overturned on June 21, plunging all 10 people into the water and killing eight.
The National Transportation Safety Board on Wednesday released new findings from its investigation, which includes interviews with a survivor, first responders and those involved in recovering the vessel.
Timeline of events as documented by NTSB
Over the Moon launched from a boat ramp in Tahoe City at about 10:40 a.m. Four adults were initially on board, two of whom were the boat’s
registered owners. One of the owners was the sole operator. The operator drove the vessel to two nearby marinas, where six additional adults boarded at the second stop. At 11:58 a.m., the boat traveled to Emerald Bay, a sheltered area on the west shore popular with boaters. There, the vessel anchored for about one-and-a-half hours.
At the time, weather conditions were reported as clear skies, light southerly
winds and an air temperature of 54 degrees, according to the NTSB.
The National Weather Service had issued no marine warnings or small craft advisories for Lake Tahoe that day, although the local forecast indicated a slight chance of thunderstorms.
Weather conditions shift suddenly Shortly before 2 p.m.,
clouds began to build and the operator decided to return to the marina where he had picked up the passengers. After getting under way, the winds, rain and waves intensified, prompting him to turn back toward Emerald Bay.
After about 10 minutes, he made a second attempt to return to the marina.
One survivor told investigators that, once the boat was away from Emerald Bay, 2- to 3-foot waves began splashing into the vessel amid pouring rain, although no water was initially accumulating on deck.
As winds increased, the survivor reported marblesized hail collecting inside the vessel, with waves reaching up to 10 feet high. She recalled that some waves broke over the bow and sides, and about an inch of water pooled on
Photo courtesy of the National Transportation Safety Board
Post-accident photo shows the recreational vessel Over the Moon.
Mountain Democrat le photo
The county is pursuing grant funding to make improvements at Chili Bar Park.
Mountain Democrat photo by Shelly Thorene
This land is public land. The El Dorado Hills Community Services District has purchased the second portion of the old golf course along Highway
ESSENTIALS
Patricia Erhard
Sept. 14, 1932 – May 29, 2025
Patricia (nee Cooper) Erhard, of Southbury, Connecticut, passed away at the age of 92 on May 29, 2025, at Regional Hospice in Danbury. She was born in Springfield, Colorado, in September of 1932, during the time of the Dust Bowl.
For their survival, her family moved to the family farm in Clearwater, Kansas, before later moving to Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from North High School in 1950 and married Dwight Erhard in 1952. They raised two daughters, Linda and Brenda, first in Wichita and then Upland, California. She was the school secretary at Cabrillo Elementary School in Upland for 23 years. After the death of her husband in 1993, she lived a number of years in Placerville, California, Eventually she moved to Southbury, Connecticut to live with her eldest daughter, Linda, and her family. Pat volunteered in every community where she resided as time and energy permitted. In Upland she held a number of PTA positions, ran a Girl Scout troop, and managed the performance details for Sing-Out West End. In Placerville she was a “Pink Lady” at Marshall Hospital and participated with the Knit and Crochet group at the Senior Center. When she moved to Southbury she was active at United Church of Christ volunteering with the craft group and other projects as needed. She also went on some great adventures with family to parts of the U.S., Europe and Asia.
She is survived by a sister, Marcella (Cooper) Shaver of Anaheim, her two daughters and their spouses, Robert Langley (Linda) and William DellaPenna (Brenda), four grandchildren, Emily Campbell (John), Caitlyn Langley, Colton Della Penna, and Christian Della Penna, and two greatgrandchildren, Ainsley and Jack Campbell. She will always be remembered for her kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and sense of adventure. A “Celebration of Life” service will be held Friday, August 15, 2025, at United Church of Christ, Southbury at 11:00 a.m. with a light lunch and ice cream (Pat loved ice cream) reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Regional Hospice of Danbury or a charity of your choice that brings light and goodness to the world.
Lois Ollene Andersen
April 22, 1939 – June 21, 2025
Lois Ollene Andersen (Sherrod) slipped peacefully away in her sleep on June 21, 2025, at the age of 86—o to a better place to continue the dance party. No fuss, no alarm, just classic Lois.
Born April 22, 1939, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, she moved to Placerville, California, in 1945 and fell in love with the town and its people. A proud graduate of El Dorado High School (Class of ’57), she married Jim Andersen in 1956—clearly a fan of doing things her own way. She is survived by her children Ron Andersen (Vicky), Kristine Turner (Bruce), and Tracey Brannam (Dave); her siblings Jerry Sherrod, Ken Sherrod (Zolane), David Sherrod (Charlean), and Wanda Mewes; nine grandkids, 21 great-grandkids, and a galaxy of nieces and nephews. Her legendary laughter rang loudest at family gatherings and with her beloved “Ya Ya” Sisters: Carol Lee (VerNon), Mary Meader, Ruth Baker Mason, Pat Harrington, Kaylyn Mee, and many more friends too numerous count.
Lois wore many hats—literally—all through a lifetime of service and joy. She was a devoted Beta Sigma Phi sister, El Dorado High School Alumni Board director, Green Valley Church send-o squad member (funeral services), Hangtown tennis ace, softball slugger, Jazz Jubilee flapper and planner, and a green-thumbed goddess in the garden.
A celebration of her vibrant life will be held September 25 at 1:00 PM at Green Valley Church. Contact Tracey Brannam at (530) 919-9652 or mailto: traceybrannam@gmail.com. Donations in Lois’s honor are welcome and may be made to Snowline Hospice.
Christa Jones
March 28, 1950 – May 20, 2025
Christa Jones, 75, born in Gummersbach, Germany, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025 surrounded by her family. Christa is survived by her two children Julia and Eric as well as her sister Dorothee Crawford. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Jones in 1995. Christa embodied kindness and it poured out onto everyone she encountered. There was not a person she met where she did not leave a lasting impression. She was passionate about her career in marketing for the Mountain Democrat, and it showed as she set records for sales for continuous years. Her hobbies included supporting local animal rescues, dog breeding/showing, and painting Breyer horse models as she was a massive animal lover.
In her legacy, she leaves behind an unforgettable impact of resilience. She never gave up, never lost hope, and fought till the end. Christa is welcomed in heaven into the loving arms of Jesus and her loved ones who went before her.
A celebration of her vibrant life will be held July 26 at 11 a.m. at New Life Church, 8101 Sunset Ave., Fair Oaks.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to New Life Community Church in Fair Oaks, her devoted church. The family wishes to thank everyone who has reached out, prayed, and supported them in this time of grief.
John Edward Carbine Jr
May 15, 1931 – June 21, 2025
John was born on May 15, 1931 in Diamond (now Diamond Springs), California and died June 21st, 2025 at his home Placerville, California.
John was raised in California by his parents John and Elsie where he was trained to be a Rancher and then Logger. John learned to work hard and make things work. He could fix anything.
In 1955 he met and married the love of his life, Joyce. They were married for nearly 69 years when she died just last year. Together they built a home in Placerville, developed a farm and raised six children.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, parents, brother Michael and sisters Elnora and Margie. He is survived by his children; David, Kenneth, James, Daniel, Rebecca and Susan; 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
John, a tall and strong man, preferred the outdoors and spent most of his time there, working in the fields, forrest or his workshop. He exemplified hard work and was always willing to help or teach others with forestry work, fire duty, building, mechanics, animal husbandry and raising crops.
Soft spoken, and not one to waste words, people listened when he talked.
John was a religious man who lived his life as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses from 1974. He was always one to ‘live by the Golden Rule’ and endeavored to teach others to do the same. He believed Jesus’ promise of a resurrection to life on earth where he will once again enjoy his youth and vigor and show us all up.
We miss you Dad and will never be able to smell pine without thinking of you.
LEGISLATORS’ ADDRESSES
PLACERVILLE CITY
COUNCIL
Placerville City Hall 3101 Center St., Placerville (530) 642-5200
Mayor John Clerici
jclerici@cityofplacerville.org
Vice Mayor Nicole Gotberg
ngotberg@cityofplacerville.org
Ryan Carter
rcarter@cityofplacerville.org
Jackie Neau
jneau@cityofplacerville.org
David Yarbrough dyarbrough@cityofplacerville. org
ElL DORADO COUNTY
James “Jim” Russell
Hasemeier
July 23, 1940– July 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of James “Jim” Russell Hasemeier, Devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle, Firefighter, and Mentor.
1940 – 2025
With deep love and profound loss, we announce the passing of James “Jim” Russell Hasemeier, who left this world peacefully at his home in Diamond Springs, California, at the age of 84. A man of service, strength, and quiet humility, Jim lived a life defined by dedication to his family, his community, and his country.
Born in Richmond, Indiana, in 1940, Jim moved to California in 1955 with his mother, Roberta “Russell” Hasemeier, and his three siblings. That early journey west marked the beginning of a life rooted in hard work, resilience, and a deep commitment to serving others.
At just 17 years old, while still a junior in high school, Jim began his distinguished career in fire service with the California Division of Forestry (now CAL FIRE). Except for a four-year pause to serve honorably in the United States Navy from 1962 to 1966—including deployment during the Vietnam War—Jim would spend the next six decades protecting California’s communities and wildlands.
He retired as a Fire Captain from CAL FIRE in 1995 after 34 years of dedicated service, yet his devotion did not wane. He continued to serve for another 29 years as a Wildland Fire Lookout with both CAL FIRE and the U.S. Forest Service. His remarkable 63-year career is a testament to his courage, discipline, and unwavering sense of duty.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Roberta “Russell” Hasemeier; his brother, John Hasemeier; and his sister, Nancy Snyder. He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Lois Hasemeier; his children, Marci Chapman, Russell Hasemeier, and James “Eric” Hasemeier; his sister, Maryanne Ashton; his grandchildren: Mitchell Chapman, Chad Chapman, Jessica Breshears, Kyla Hasemeier, James “Wyatt” Hasemeier, Hank Hasemeier, Gracie Hasemeier, and Ethan Hasemeier; and his great grandchildren: Oliver Breshears, Charlotte Chapman, Effi Mueller, Otto Mueller, and a little girl on the way. He is also lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Family was always the heart of Jim’s world. He cherished every gathering, large or small, and was a steady presence of wisdom and encouragement. Through his quiet leadership, he inspired several family members, including his son Russell and grandsons Wyatt and Ethan, as well as many nieces and nephews—to follow his path into the fire service, passing on a legacy of protection and service.
Jim found great joy in life’s simple pleasures— fishing, playing cribbage, cutting firewood, and spending time with his loved ones. Many will remember the warmth of his laughter around a cribbage board, or the peaceful moments spent with him by the water’s edge, or in the forest. He shared his passions freely, teaching others with patience, humility, and joy.
Jim’s legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched—as a firefighter, a mentor, a friend, and most deeply, as a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. A man of quiet generosity, Jim gave often and without fanfare—offering his time, skills, and heart to anyone in need. Whether through a kind word, a helping hand, or a steady presence, he left an indelible mark on the lives of those around him. His strength, compassion, and selflessness will be remembered always.
He will be deeply missed. Since his passing, we often find ourselves remembering the words he shared with everyone as they were leaving, “Watch your top knot, Pilgrim.” And to that, we say with a smile, “Watch yourn!” and his final words were most always, “Glad you got to see me.”
As per Jim’s request, only a private family service will be held.
SUPERVISORS EDC Government Center 330 Fair Lane, Placerville
District 1 Supervisor Greg Ferrero (530) 621-5650
District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo (530) 621-5651
District 3 Supervisor Brian Veerkamp (530) 621-5652
District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin (530) 621-6513
District 5 Supervisor Brooke Laine (530) 621-6577 (Placerville) (530) 573-7918 (South Lake Tahoe) CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR Gavin Newsom 1021 O St., Suite 9000 Sacramento 95814 (916) 445-2841 U.S. SENATE Adam Schi B40B Dirksen Senate O ce Building Washington D.C., 20510 (202) 224-3841 Alex Padilla 331 Hart Senate O ce Building Washington, D.C., 20510 (202) 224-3553 Sacramento O ce 501 I St., Suite 7-800 Sacramento 95814 (916) 448-2787 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Tom
Tahoe State of the Lake report notes weather, clarity changes
Kat Kerlin
UC Davis
Lake Tahoe’s annual health check-up presents long-term trends
The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center recently released its “Tahoe: State of the Lake Report,” which presents data from 2024 in the context of the long-term record.
Framed in a historical context amid past and ongoing environmental challenges, the report provides an annual update for nonscientists on the Lake Tahoe Basin’s ecological health.
UC Davis has conducted research at Lake Tahoe since 1950 and scientists from UC Davis Tahoe
Environmental Research Center have been monitoring conditions at the lake continuously since 1968. This has created a unique document of change for one of the world’s most iconic and vulnerable lakes.
“As the new director of the UC Davis Tahoe Environment Research Center, I have had the opportunity this year to see our work on the magnificent Lake Tahoe ecosystem through fresh eyes,” said TERC
Director Stephanie Hampton, a professor in the UC Davis Department of Environmental Science and Policy. “We take this moment to examine not only the past and present state of the lake, but appreciate the infrastructure we have put in place that will enable us
Coordinated efforts douse grass fires
Noel Stack Editor
Small fires in El Dorado Hills have kept firefighters busy this week, scorching grassland and coming close to structures.
The Bass Fire broke out before noon on Tuesday, July 22, burning about 3 acres next to the Highway 50 westbound lanes near Bass Lake Road before forward progress was stopped. Crews with the El Dorado Hills Fire Department, El Dorado County Fire Protection District, Tribal Fire – Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians and Cal Fire AEU/Cameron Park Fire Department responded.
At 2:35 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, El Dorado Hills, El Dorado
County and Cal Fire firefighters fought back a vegetation fire at a construction site located above the Blackstone community in the southern end of El Dorado Hills. Responding crews found a grass fire burning toward homes located on Diablo Trail. A coordinated fire attack by firefighters brought this blaze quickly under control with 2.6 acres burned. The cause of the fire is under investigation. “The EDH Fire Department greatly appreciates the partnership and collaboration between all fire agencies in our county,” shared EDH Fire Chief Michael Lilienthal. “We all share our resources to benefit the citizens without regard to jurisdictional boundaries.”
to explore new research frontiers.”
Highlights of the report include data related to temperature, precipitation, algae, water clarity and more.
Warmer, rainier and less snow
Lake Tahoe today generally experiences higher air temperatures, more rain, less snow and earlier snowmelt than it did 113 years ago, the report states.
There are 27 fewer below-freezing days than there were in 1911. Whereas snow made up half of the annual precipitation in 1910, it now comprises 30-40% of total precipitation. The 2024 Water Year (Oct. 1, 2023 to Sept. 30, 2024) had an annual average of 28.99 inches of precipitation, slightly below the long-term average of 31.4 inches.
Meanwhile, maximum temperatures have increased. In 2024, the annual average air temperature maximum was 57.4 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 2.8 degrees warmer than the previous year. The average annual minimum for 2024 was 31.8 degrees F, compared to 29.4 degrees in 2023.
Algae and water clarity
Periphyton, or attached algae, can create green, slimy rocks around the shoreline. In 2024, measurements of periphyton biomass were below average. However, monitoring individual sites from periphyton is difficult at Lake Tahoe due to intense wave action from year to year. TERC scientists just completed a two-year remote sensing pilot program to improve future coverage and accuracy of periphyton monitoring.
Earlier this summer, TERC released its 2024 Lake Tahoe Clarity Report, which it highlights in this report, as well. After major declines in water clarity through the 1990s, annual average clarity (62.3 feet in 2024) appears to have plateaued, the report notes. The authors said targeted research into the nature of clarity-reducing particles is needed to better understand why Lake Tahoe’s clarity is not improving. To learn more about the state of Lake Tahoe and ongoing research and educational outreach efforts read the full report at tahoe.ucdavis. edu/stateofthelake.
Mountain Democrat photo by Shelley Thorene
Above, crews mop up after fighting the Black Fire in El Dorado Hills Wednesday afternoon. Below, the Bass Fire came close to a home and the freeway before crews contained the flames Tuesday afternoon.
Photos courtesy of Cal Fire
Photo by Mike Cane / UC Davis
Left, UC Davis has conducted research at Lake Tahoe since 1950 and scientists from UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center have been monitoring conditions at the lake continuously since 1968. Right, Lake Tahoe gets more rain today than it did a century ago, according to a UC Davis report.
County Farm Bureau hosts ‘Agucation’ series
News release
The El Dorado County Farm Bureau’s goal is to help those interested in exploring how to get started in agriculture, connect with community resources and support endeavors along the way. This entire series of workshops is free for Farm Bureau members and available to non-members for a fee. Each class does require a reservation for seating purposes.
On Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m. the farm bureau presents Getting Started with Ranching.
Dates will be determined for two additional upcoming events: Beginning Farming Academy and Farmers Markets – Selling Your Products. To register visit edcfb.com.
Shingle Springs design standards open to review
News release
The first administrative draft of the new Shingle Springs Community Design Standards is now available for public review. Community members are invited to share their feedback on the draft document at an upcoming workshop 6-8 p.m. Monday, July 28, at 3883 Ponderosa Road (Elections Department conference room) in Shingle Springs.
The Shingle Springs Community Design Standards draft is available at eldoradocounty.ca.gov/files/assets/ county/v/1/documents/land-use/ long-range-planning/shingle-springscomm-design-standards_first-admindraft_2025-06-05.pdf.
Learn more on the project webpage
at eldoradocounty.ca.gov/Land-Use/ Planning-and-Building/Long-RangePlanning-Division/Active-Projects/ Commercial-and-Multi-FamilyDesign-Standards/CommunityRegion-Design-Standards/ShingleSprings-Community-DesignStandard.
The county began developing permanent design standards for the Shingle Springs Community Region this past May. On June 23, the county held a community workshop to collect input on the first administrative draft of the Shingle Springs Community Design Standards, which included design standards for commercial, multifamily and mixed-use development in the area.
CHP urges drivers to take action during National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
n Statewide vehicle thefts drop for the first time in five years; CHP encourages continued vigilance
California Highway Patrol
News release
SACRAMENTO — July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month and the California Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to take simple, effective steps to protect their vehicles. California saw a drop in vehicle thefts in 2024, the first yearover-year decrease since 2019.
“We are proud to see fewer vehicles being stolen across the state,” noted CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee.
“The CHP and our law enforcement partners are working hard every day to stop these crimes, protect California’s communities and hold criminals responsible.”
In 2024, thieves stole 176,230 vehicles in California, down from nearly 203,000 in 2023 — a decrease of more than 13%. Of all the vehicles stolen statewide, nearly 85% were successfully recovered.
Saturating
key areas
With the support of Gov. Gavin Newsom, the CHP expanded its efforts to fight vehicle theft through crime suppression operations in Oakland, Bakersfield and San Bernardino. These ongoing regional operations have shown positive results throughout the communities in
Alameda, Kern and San Bernardino counties. Working closely with local law enforcement agencies, auto thieves, repeat offenders and organized crime groups have been disrupted, and their activities have been thwarted.
As a result of these public safety collaborations, each of these counties saw a significant drop in vehicle thefts in 2024:
• Alameda County: down 18% from 2023 (19,212 thefts)
• Kern County: down 28% from 2023 (6,210 thefts)
• San Bernardino County: down 11% from 2023 (10,116 thefts)
Automobiles are a vital part of daily life for work, school and family. When a vehicle is stolen, it impacts more than just property; it can take away a person’s freedom and sense of security.
Keeping your vehicle safe
Vehicle theft can happen anywhere and to anyone. The CHP encourages drivers to follow these safety tips to help protect their cars:
• Hide or remove valuables from your car
• Lock your doors and roll up all windows
• Park in well-lit, visible areas
• Use anti-theft tools like steering wheel locks or alarms
• Install a GPS tracker or recovery system
• Always turn off your car and take your keys. NEVER leave it running unattended.
Using more than one safety step is best. Each layer adds more protection against theft.
EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CRIME LOG
Sen. Schiff to host Lake Tahoe Summit
■ Tahoe area resident Jeremy Renner to be keynote speaker
News release
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — U.S. Senator Adam Schi (D-CA) recently announced that the 29th annual Lake Tahoe Summit will be held on Aug. 6 in South Lake Tahoe. This year’s theme is “Protecting Lake Tahoe: Balancing Sustainable Recreation and Conservation.”
The summit will honor the legacy of California Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who along with Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada, created the summit in 1997. The summit will be held at Valhalla Tahoe, Sen. Feinstein’s favorite venue and site of the last summit she hosted in 2019. Federal, state and local stakeholders and representatives of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California will meet to continue Feinstein’s work to protect the lake for future generations.
“I am deeply honored to have the opportunity to host the annual Lake Tahoe Summit this year. Sen. Dianne Feinstein was a stalwart protector of Lake Tahoe, and as someone who has the honor of filling her seat in the U.S. Senate, I look forward to continuing her commitment to protecting this precious resource for future generations,” said Schi .
Schi has a long history of environmental activism and recently introduced the “Rim of the Valley” legislation to preserve open space in the greater Los Angeles area. During his tenure in the House of Representatives, Schi championed the Rim of the Valley study, which created the blueprint for the current legislation to protect unique natural and cultural resources and provide a continuous corridor for wildlife migration. Preserving Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in America, is a natural fit for Schi and he is eager to host his first Lake Tahoe Summit in partnership with his Senate and House colleagues, state and local o cials, community organizations and the Washoe Tribe.
The keynote speaker will be Lake Tahoe-area resident and Academy Award-nominated actor Jeremy Renner.
On-site parking is not available; use of public transportation or complimentary shuttle service is encouraged. Walking and biking are great options, too. The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition will provide a complimentary bike valet.
The event will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Valhalla Tahoe, 1 Valhalla Road, South Lake Tahoe. For general registration for in-person or virtual attendance visit tahoesummit.org/register.
CDPH recommends families add vaccines to back-to-school checklist
California Department of Public Health News release
SACRAMENTO — During National Immunization Awareness Month in August, the California Department of Public Health is highlighting the importance of routine vaccines as students return to school. Vaccination prevents the spread of serious illnesses, reduces hospitalizations, saves lives and helps keep kids in school and doing the activities they love.
While California’s immunization rates for kindergarten students remain higher than the national average, CDPH wants to keep rates high and continue to protect California children and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. CDPH recommends families stay up to date on all vaccinations for the new school year.
“When our youngest Californians are healthy and able to participate in learning and doing the things they love, the future of California is brighter,” said CDPH Director and State Public Health O cer Dr. Erica Pan. “As a parent and a pediatrician, I am grateful for and confi dent in the safety and e ectiveness of vaccines, which have transformed the leading causes of childhood deaths away from infectious diseases. CDPH remains committed to ensuring all California families have access to safe and e ective vaccines and the information they need to understand that vaccine recommendations are based on credible, transparent and science-based evidence.”
Due to large outbreaks in other states, the number of measles cases in the U.S. as of July 2025 are already higher than any year since 2000, when the World Health Organization declared the disease eliminated in the United States due to vaccination. Over 90% of this year’s cases were
Crime
log Continued from A4
2:13 p.m. Burglary to vehicle was reported at a bridge on Mosquito Road in Placerville.
3:56 p.m. A person allegedly drunk in public was reported on Salmon Falls Road in Pilot Hill.
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not vaccinated and more than 1 in 10 of those infected with measles were hospitalized, some in intensive care units. Three people have died this year from this preventable disease.
California continues to report more than 95% coverage among kindergarteners for the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine. While the state has maintained the level of vaccination necessary to prevent community spread for nearly a decade, it remains critical that children and communities stay protected through continued vaccination.
Required immunizations
California law requires students to receive age-specifi c immunizations to attend public and private schools and licensed childcare centers. Schools and licensed childcare centers are required to enforce immunization requirements, maintain immunization records of all children enrolled and report children’s immunization status to CDPH.
Families can visit CDPH’s Shots for School and Don’t Wait – Vaccinate! webpages for information on immunization laws and required vaccinations for students in California.
Resources for Families: CDPH encourages families to seek reliable information to learn more about vaccines, including visiting the CDPH Vaccine Facts webpage. Families can also speak to their health care providers or contact their local health provider for help in fi nding a place to get immunized. Most health plans cover recommended vaccinations with no out-of-pocket costs. Children without insurance coverage qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program, which provides no-cost vaccines for eligible children. For more information visit cdph.ca.gov.
3:33 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Seven Ridges Road in Camino.
6:36 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Faith Lane in Diamond Springs.
9:41 p.m. Battery was reported on Cimmarron Road in Cameron Park.
July 5
1:54 a.m. Burglary to vehicle was reported at a resort on Highway 89 in Tahoma.
7:53 a.m. Battery was reported at a market on Carson Road in Camino.
11:07 a.m. Battery was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in El Dorado.
12:29 p.m. Burglary to vehicle was reported on Salmon Falls Road in Pilot Hill.
2:59 p.m. Battery was reported on Ice House Road in Pollock Pines.
3:48 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a school on Pleasant Valley Road in Placerville.
3:54 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Lotus Road in Placerville.
6:33 p.m. A person allegedly drunk in public was reported on Cimmarron Road in Cameron Park.
7:27 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Marshall Road in Garden Valley.
8:48 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Camarc Drive in Rescue.
9:35 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a person suspected of possessing metal knuckles, possessing unlawful paraphernalia and prohibited possession of a rearm on Broadway in Placerville. They were listed in custody in lieu of $70,000 bail.
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residents also criticized consultants’ work, calling it inaccurate and the property overpriced. Noting the initial purchase agreement includes an in-perpetuity clause that prevents Parker Development from changing the zoning of the option property (recreational facilities-high intensity), speakers also questioned the need to purchase the land.
However, David Wraa, vice president at Bender Rosenthal Inc., which completed the appraisal, noted the agreement’s restrictive covenant includes language that states, “Memorandum and the restrictions imposed shall expire and be on no further force or e ect in the event the county of El Dorado (or any successor agency) amends the General Plan and Zoning designation to the option property, despite the objections of buyer and seller, such that the restrictive covenant is practically impossible.”
“People are buying these properties with the potential to develop,” he said during a brief presentation.
Hannaman called this possibility a real threat and emphasized that purchasing the property is the only way to stop unwanted development. She implored the public to “stop working against us” and work with
10:08 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Stagecoach Road in Placerville. 10:16 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a convenience store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.
the CSD to put the entire property to its best use.
More public input will be sought in the coming months as to what amenities residents would like to see on the 98 acres. A trail has already been developed on part of the property. Last year’s Central EDH Park Visioning Community Engagement Survey lists the most preferred overall type of recreation as open space/nature area, followed by a community park and then a golf course. The top two amenities suggested by respondents were bathrooms and unpaved trails.
Other activities that made the top 10 include a driving range, pickleball courts and an amphitheater. At this time, funding has not been identified for property improvements — another sticking point for residents against the purchase.
Noting her wonderful childhood in El Dorado Hills, and her decision to move back as an adult, Director Mattock emphasized her goal is to develop assets that give today’s EDH families and residents that same feeling of community belonging and pride. “Nothing I do here is for myself,” Mattock said. “It’s for everybody in this community.”
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Message from McClintock
The Democrats’ big mistake
The Big, Beautiful Bill is now the law, so it’s no longer a theoretical discussion about what the bill might do. We’re about to find out what it will do.
The Democrats have succeeded in frightening Americans into lopsided opposition. On the day it passed the House, a Quinnipiac poll registered just 29% public support compared to 55% opposition. This has encouraged Democrats to double down on their hysterical warnings of societal collapse — warnings they hope will continue to resonate with the public. What they don’t seem to grasp is that you can’t spin the economy. Everybody knows in their own lives exactly how the economy is doing and any politician who tries to tell them otherwise just looks foolish. (Remember Democrats telling us for years that Bidenomics was working?) The only economic indicator that matters is the answer Americans give to this question: “Are you better o today than you were two years ago?”
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Monument cancer metastasized
EDITOR:
NAmericans may never realize this bill protected them from a 22% income tax increase set to take e ect next Jan. 1. A family making $75,000 a year won’t feel its taxes rise $1,500 a year — so it won’t feel relief from this provision. We don’t feel what doesn’t happen and Democrats are counting on this fact while stoking class resentments over “tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires.”
But millionaires and billionaires don’t work for tips. They don’t get paid overtime. And they don’t rely on Social Security. Working families do and, for the first time, the Big Beautiful Bill shields these earnings from being taxed. In addition, residents of high tax states will feel a big reduction in their federal income tax bill.
Yes, businesses get relief too — those awful millionaires and billionaires — mainly in their ability to deduct 100% of their expenses for equipment purchases. That means that manufacturers of every variety will add equipment to their plants, increasing the productivity — and pay — of their workers while adding new jobs to make the equipment. By opening America’s vast energy resources, domestic production is about to rev up, a declaration of American energy independence that will reverberate throughout the entire economy.
Then add completion of the border wall and removal of millions of illegal aliens the Democrats allowed into our country. Under Biden, most new jobs were snapped up by foreigners and real wages fell. Under Trump, most are going to Americans and real wages are rising again as employers are required to pay a market rate for labor.
The Democrats’ mantra that millions of destitute Americans will lose their Medicaid coverage and die is about to be contradicted by reality. The only groups losing coverage are able-bodied grown-ups who refuse to get up o the couch and look for work, illegal aliens who refuse to go home and fraudsters. So, what happens when millions of legitimate Medicaid recipients who have been frightened by the Democrats realize their benefits are safe and untouched? We’re about to find out.
Will the national debt balloon? Only if you accept
■ See McCLINTOCK, page A7
Wildfire season in California used to follow a predictable schedule. Not anymore. Today, it’s a year-round threat, with lives, homes and entire communities at stake. The scope, speed and severity of wildfires are increasing — and so too must our resolve to stay ahead of them.
The State of California has long recognized this reality, investing steadily in fire prevention and response through CAL FIRE and other agencies. Strong state-level commitments have led the way — and, now, we’re finally seeing encouraging signs of alignment at the federal level.
Fortunately, the 2025 fire season has already brought progress. Last month, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum issued a joint
eighboring Placer County allows the commanders of their veterans organizations to appoint their Veterans A airs commissioners. In Placer County veterans selected by veterans can influence policies impacting veterans.
In El Dorado County commissioners are appointed by individual members of the Board of Supervisors. They have included radical ideologues. Worse, EDC commissioners include and have included directors of the Veterans Alliance, a private contractor that the Veterans A airs Commission should assure is compliant with monument policy and law.
When alliance violations of monument policy peaked, the secretary of the Veterans Alliance was made the chairman of the EDC Veterans A airs Commission. The Board of Supervisors clearly follows the lead of what new Supervisor Greg Ferrero refers to as “our commissioners.” Consequently, the Veterans Alliance has persistently violated policy and ordinance with the impunity a orded by lack of enforcement and
failure to administer consequences for unilateral violations by our elected representatives. The monument was created to “honor those that served the cause of freedom” but freedom cannot be sustained without respect for policy and law and proper organizations that ensure that respect. Monument issues have simple solutions made complicated by local conflation and rationalizations of failure to administer compliance with policy and law. Supervisor Lori Parlin’s July 15 comments advocating greater empathy for a family who insisted on being an exception to policy and law governing the other 32,000 EDC veterans reflects a culture that will be di cult to change. Hopefully she has awakened a sleeping giant.
In 2007, a committee of veterans, the chief administrative o cer, county counsel and select members of the Board of Supervisors created policy and ordinance that we thought would ensure sustaining the quality and culture of the monument for decades to come. While all policies are subject to change, the process for change should be compliant with due process not because
memorandum directing wildfire leadership to take swift, decisive and coordinated action.
It’s among the most forward-leaning wildfire directives in recent years and a vital step in ensuring frontline responders have the resources and support they need.
The memo underscores what California communities have long understood: wildfire response must be fast, integrated and proactive. Bureaucratic delays must give way to urgency. The directive calls for expanded fuels management, seamless coordination across federal, state and local agencies and aggressive use of available tools — from pre-season preparation to rapid deployment during active fire events. One of the most e ective of tools are the fuel breaks. Strips of land that are strategically managed fuel breaks reduce fire intensity, provide safer
As wild re threats continue to grow, so does the need for urgency and collaboration. That’s why this new federal directive matters. It sets the stage for decisive, integrated action across all levels of government.
zones for firefighters, and support safe routes for evacuation. In a fastmoving wildfire, they buy something you can’t put a price on: time.
California has been a leader in using fuel breaks e ectively — both in statemanaged forests and in partnership with federal and private landowners.
In February, USDA and the U.S. Forest Service announced a $75 million Stewardship Agreement with Sierra Pacific Industries to construct and maintain 400 new miles of fuel breaks across California and Oregon. This builds on California’s already extensive 2,200-mile network — one of the most developed in the nation. During last year’s Park Fire, fuel breaks along Highway 32 proved instrumental in slowing the fire’s advance and protecting communities
like Butte Meadows and Forest Ranch. These aren’t theories; they’re proven, life-saving strategies that deserve to be scaled up. But fuel breaks alone aren’t enough. Wildfire suppression requires an allof-the-above strategy, including aerial deployment of fire retardant. These tools are vital for both initial attack and large-scale firefighting e orts, especially in rugged or remote terrain. Retardants help slow fire progression, giving crews the critical time they need to create containment lines and defend infrastructure. Losing access to these tools due to regulatory uncertainty would be a serious step backward. They must remain part of our core wildfire response capabilities.
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TOM M c CLINTOCK
the assumption that the economy will grow an anemic 1.8% next year. The average 20th century growth rate, including the depression, was 3.3%. A mere 3% growth rate will generate $4 trillion of new revenues. And that doesn’t include hundreds of billions of dollars collected from imports or saved by eliminating waste identified by DOGE. In June, we ran the biggest budget surplus in many years. How will average Americans fare? They’ll be paying significantly lower taxes than they are today, particularly if they work for tips or overtime or are over 65 or have children or live in high tax states. Wages long undercut by cheap illegal labor are already rising. Factories that make or buy equipment will be making and buying a lot more. No one unable to work will lose Medicaid benefits. Neighborhoods will be safer as criminal illegals are deported and not allowed to return. Energy bills will be lower. And if all this relief creates just average economic growth, the deficit will begin to shrink.
The 2025 wildfire memo also acknowledges the extraordinary commitment of our firefighting workforce. Last year, nearly 65,000 wildfires burned more than 8.9 million acres across the U.S. A permanent pay increase enacted in March is a long-overdue recognition of the risks and sacrifices made by these personnel. But pay alone isn’t enough. Staffing, interagency coordination and sustained investment are equally essential.
In the wake of the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, a federal executive order was issued to overhaul how the U.S. approaches wildfire prevention and response. It urges agencies to unify suppression programs, support local efforts, adopt modern forecasting technologies and reduce administrative barriers. It also calls for more yearround readiness and leverages Defense Department assets — including aircraft and satellite data — to
support suppression efforts.
California has long embodied this kind of yearround, innovation-driven approach. From investing in new aircraft and technologies to pioneering vegetation management and community-based resilience programs, the state has become a national model for comprehensive wildfire preparedness. Federal directives now have the opportunity to complement and amplify that work.
As wildfire threats continue to grow, so does the need for urgency and collaboration. That’s why this new federal directive matters. It sets the stage for decisive, integrated action across all levels of government. It gives leaders — from Washington to Sacramento to rural fire stations — the momentum to act boldly.
Now it’s up to all of us to follow through. That means investing in proven tools like fuel
Which brings us back to the simple question that will be put to people next year: “Are you better off today than you were two years ago?” Obnoxious protests, hysterical rhetoric and doomsday trolling won’t change that simple and self-evident answer. One party will have been proven undeniably right and the other mendaciously wrong. That’s what the Democrats fear most. Congressman Tom McClintock represents California’s 5th Congressional District.
breaks and retardants. It means maintaining strong partnerships — public, private and across jurisdictions. And it means ensuring our firefighters have everything they need, from boots on the ground to tech in the sky.
Wildfires aren’t waiting. Neither should we.
Matt Dias is president and CEO of the California Forestry Association
of individual anarchists who are above the rule of law.
Ms. Parlin, tear down those plagues and replace them with honoraria proportional to their in-service contributions defined by federal authority, not an officer of a private contractor in one of 3,144 counties. Respect national veterans culture and the rule of law that has kept us free for almost 250 years.
KEN
Excellent care
EDITOR:
If we are lucky, our childhood consists of people who are always thinking of us and wondering if we may need anything. That usually ends with adulthood. We are then expected to get what we need for ourselves.
I never thought there was anything wrong with that. But last year I really needed medical attention. I was helped by two doctors who I later learned were each undergoing far more serious conditions than mine. They helped me with such attention to my condition.
I don’t know how a national organization based in Massachusetts could determine the quality of care in a hospital 3,000 miles away, but they did — enough to vote Marshall the best hospital in California and second best nationally.
I wish I could say I am no longer needing such help, but my appointments at the hospital now involve the care of a second department. No change there as far as the quality of care is concerned.
ELIZABETH CAFFREY Placerville
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crisis and developed a strategy.
“She’s in continuous contact with the director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Napa, and today they’ve actually increased their cost recovery percentage by over 50%,” Perras noted.
Some El Dorado County parks are offered to the general public for their enjoyment with no fees and are highly subsidized, he shared. Others that are providing a service to a defined group are paid for with user fees.
Henningsen Lotus Park has 100% cost recovery, according to Perras.
“It is our only park where you have to pay a parking fee, it is highly rented and a lot of people feel it’s a desirable location for events,” Perras said, adding that although the park’s budget covers annual operations, it does not cover long-term capital replacements.
“As we carry this project forward, we’re going to start making sure we have good ideas of the conditions of our assets, project out when they need to be replaced and start incorporating that set-aside into our budget,” he said.
The South Fork of the American River is also 100% funded through outfitter permits and individual fees, as well as the Rubicon Trail which is 100% funded through State OffHighway Vehicle grants, the Green Sticker Fund and a small portion through the Sacramento Municipal Utility District Fund.
District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin asked if there were any concerns regarding keeping the grants in the future.
“Yes and no,” Perras relied. “We’ve gotten recent correspondence as recent as yesterday and the process seems to be moving forward. We’re looking at seeing when funds would be awarded.”
Perras said he attended grants workshops last year to make sure the application requirements are fulfilled on the state grants. A scoring criteria is used so making sure you know what gives you points is important, he added.
Parks that have low cost recovery percentages (0-3%) include Bradford Park, El Dorado Trail/ SPTC, Forebay Park, Joe’s Skate Park, Historical Rail Park/Dog Park, Old Depot Bike Park and Pioneer Park, according to Perras.
“Generally speaking, these are all very low percentage of cost recovery, but also provide a very high level of community benefit,” he said.
Perras pointed out the county doesn’t currently have recreational programs, but in a proposed cost recovery program he said they could be added to help fund parks. He used the example of the bike park, which he had seen in other areas could be rented out to third party contractors who do bike classes for kids or summer camps.
“They would be renting one of our facilities so we could recoup some of our operating costs,” he said, sharing a model that had the cost recovery at 50%.
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the deck. The operator turned on the boat’s bilge pumps.
Conditions worsen on the water
At about 2:36 p.m.,
The proposed cost recovery program also recommended charging site fees for filming in addition to the Film Commission permit fee already collected.
District 5 Supervisor Brooke Laine expressed concern that people aren’t double charged and suggested staff coordinate with the Film Commission on that.
Chair George Turnboo, District 2, mentioned Pioneer Park as one location where site fees could be generated. “It’s a jewel. It’s a gem. It really is,” he said. “They’ve got two baseball fields there and it would be really neat to look into it, especially softball teams.”
He said Lions Park is overcrowded with teams that play there.
Both he and Perras agreed they need to advertise what’s available at county parks.
District 3 Supervisor Brian Veerkamp advised that they shouldn’t get involved in programs.
“That’s a difficult thing to facilitate,” he said.
“Rentals are great, and we can get somebody else administering the program and leave it alone,” he added.
Perras assured programs would be on a contract basis with groups renting the park and handling their own programs.
“We could also do a facility use agreement that would have different terms and different fees,” he said.
“Anything we take on, for quite some time probably … anything new we create can’t be something that’s subsidized,” Parlin said, “and that’s what we’ve been talking about all this year.”
Veerkamp also warned that the county shouldn’t count 100% on grants coming through, such as for maintenance on the Rubicon Trail, and have a backup plan.
“It’s a worldwide attraction,” he said. “It’s going to be tough moving forward and there’s a lot of constraints on government.”
Staff gave recommendations on 11 items: No. 1, to receive and file the report; No. 2, to approve the proposed cost recovery model which has goals to reach recommended percentages paid by users of park facilities.
The user categories began at 0% cost recovery for open access parks on up to 100% cost recovery for private special events. Other categories include community events, human services, education/ learn-to programs, rentals/filming and concessionaire/specialized service.
Veerkamp said h e thought the education category should have a cost recovery target of more than the proposed 50%. It was decided to raise the education target cost recovery to 75%-100%, the same as rentals/filming.
In No. 3, Perras asked the board whether they wanted to hire a consultant to do a fee analysis or if staff should take a crack at it — though that would ikey take more time.
“We wouldn’t be able to do it as
time-lapse footage from a camera 1.5 nautical miles (1.7 miles) south of the accident site showed whitecaps on the lake and low clouds moving from north to south.
At 2:45 p.m., the
footage showed blowing rain and mixed freezing precipitation.
By 2:49 p.m., snow was visible in the footage.
At 2:53 p.m., the nearest automated weather station — located about 7 nautical miles southeast of the site — recorded sustained winds from the north at 16 mph, with peak gusts near 40 mph.
At some point, with the vessel between 50 and 100 yards offshore, Over the Moon’s engine failed. The boat turned broadside to the waves and began taking on water. Some passengers attempted to bail out water manually.
quickly as we might have with a more robust staff,” he noted, adding, however, that a consultant would probably cost $30,000-$45,000.
“It seems like to me, especially with our budget, the way it is right now now, we gotta look at any way to be able to cut costs,” Turnboo said.
Franich said the length of time to do the analysis would be approximately six months with a consultant versus at least a year if done by staff. Before fees can be set, the cost of running each park would have to be determined, she added.
“We have issues with our budget,” Turnboo said, adding that he needs to see the actual cost of a consultant before making a decision.
District 1 Supervisor Greg Ferrero said he would like to know the cost first.
Parlin said they need to know how much they would recoup, too.
“That’s the whole thing; is it even worth it?” she asked.
In No. 4, Perras asked how often parks can be closed for private special events.
Veerkamp suggested it be on a case-by-case basis and bring it before the board if need be.
“We have been working with county counsel on where our boundaries are as far as cost recovery versus actual revenue generation, and this is one area where we could actually charge more than our costs,” Franich said.
All supervisors approved No. 5, regarding reaching out to recreation programs to see if they wanted to contract to use county park facilities.
No. 6, contracting out work with a consultant to update the 2018 draft Park Impact Fee nexus study with a focus on regional recreation amenities “would apply to all building permits issued because it would be for regional amenities that are a benefit to everyone in El Dorado County,” Perras said.
Supervisors agreed now is not a good time to do this, saying they could revisit it in 10 years.
No. 7 asked the board if a general obligation bond should be investigated to provide revenue for regional recreation amenities.
“I don’t think this will fly with the voters,” Parlin said. “If we had a very specific project that was amazing and new, and everybody wanted, then maybe.”
All supervisors voted no on a new bond.
Nos. 8 and 9 were addressing Forebay Park improvements. Perras asked if staff should contact the Sierra Nevada Conservancy for the Prop 68 grant “and speak with one of their representatives to determine if our Forebay Park renovation project is eligible for submission. And if given approval, we would like to submit a conceptual application in the amount of $500,000 to be used for the unfunded portion.”
Another grant Perras asked supervisors for direction on is the Land and Water Conservation Fund grant program in the amount of
and all 10 passengers entered the water. The survivor recalled that it began snowing while they were in the lake. No distress calls were made from the boat.
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At 2:57 p.m., a group of hikers witnessed a large wave wash over the vessel, causing it to capsize.
At 2:58 p.m., one of the hikers called 911.
nearly $1.9 million.
Earlier this year the Forebay renovation project, which originally was to be funded with $3 million, lost $2 million in county budget cuts. These grants would make up for that, Perras said.
Franich said if they got both grants, all four phases of improvements could be done at the park.
Laine said there is a problem with Phase 4 of the project, with residents whose backyards are backed up to proposed basketball and pickleball courts being concerned about noise levels.
“I would like to see this project go forward, but my question is, are we locked into that location?” she asked.
Franich said the board could give them new direction on the location of the basketball and pickleball courts, but then they won’t have California Environmental Quality Act approval for that specific project, so there may be additional costs.
“I would totally support that 100% as long as that caveat is in there,” Parlin said. “We need that moved away from the residents.”
Supervisors agreed to take Phase 4 out of the grant application, which would lower the grant award to approximately $1.4 million.
No. 10 was a request to submit a pre-application to the Wildlife Conservation Board Grant Program to be considered for a planning project to complete engineering for the Chili Bar site plan that will be coming before the board in the next month or two. Four draft plans had been prepared by a consulting engineering firm, Perras said.
Perras admitted it was putting the “cart before the horse,” but once supervisors chose the alternative they prefer for Chili Bar, “this would give us the authorization to seek grant funding to get the civil engineering design done,” he said. Supervisors agreed he should pursue the grant.
No. 11 asked if staff should engage in conversation with the American River Conservancy about Chili Bar fees and to discuss eligibility of the Chili Bar project with grant program representatives from the State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways.
“One of the hurdles that we have to work through is … American River Conservancy administers the park so they administer the parking fees,” Perras said. “But, State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways has certain criteria for cost of fees you can charge to access a park.” ARC charges in excess of what the state allows and that makes the project ineligible for grant funding, so they would have to work with ARC to get them to lower their parking fees, he explained. Supervisors approved the recommendation.
The next board of supervisors meeting will be held 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 29.
clinging to a personal flotation device. Both were transported to a hospital for treatment.
The remaining two victims were recovered from the lake bottom near the accident site the following day.
Four life jackets and one life ring, all from the boat, were also recovered.
By 4:05 p.m., the snow had stopped and skies began to clear, becoming cloudless by 5:25 p.m.
The following day
On the afternoon of June 22, the U.S. Coast Guard declared the incident a major marine casualty.
Electronic systems with potential internal memory were recovered and sent to the NTSB lab for analysis. The vessel’s two bilge pumps and engine fuel filter were also retained for further examination.
The vessel listed to starboard, submerging the starboard aft corner. The NTSB said a “particularly large wave” overtook the boat, causing additional water to enter.
One survivor put on a life jacket and passed out others to the group, but the NTSB said no one else immediately put one on.
Shortly afterward, the boat rolled to starboard,
Another hiker and a California State Parks lifeguard helped recover the two survivors from the water. Multiple agencies responded, including paramedics and a sheriff’s marine unit, which reported 8-foot waves in the area. Eight people were recovered, including the two survivors.
Six individuals — one of them the boat operator — were pronounced dead at the scene, some after CPR efforts. None of the six were wearing life jackets.
Of the two survivors, one was wearing a life jacket and the other was
That day, a salvage company recovered the vessel, which was examined by Coast Guard and NTSB investigators along with representatives from related parties.
Investigators found no evidence of a hull leak, grounding or collision.
On board, they found one life jacket still in its original packaging with tags, one infant life vest still in its packaging, an unzipped life vest stowage bag and five inflatable personal flotation devices stored in compartments.
Toxicology results for the deceased are pending, the NTSB said.
About the vessel Valued at $393,000, Over the Moon was a privately owned, California-registered Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT built in 2023. The 28-foot powerboat featured a fiberglassreinforced plastic hull and was powered by an eight-cylinder, 6.2liter, 430-horsepower Volvo Penta directinjection gasoline engine. It had seating for up to 12 people and was equipped with two automatic bilge pumps capable of moving 1,100 gallons per hour each.
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Summer hiking options
We’re coming into August. Days are just a little bit shorter, nights a bit longer. It’s a great time to get some hiking and wandering in. It’s difficult to choose as there are more spots to hike than you could get to in a lifetime.
The list of places to hike in our slice of the Sierra is long. They range from simple walks on paved trails to many miles over multiple days deep into the forest. Between those two bookends is everything else. If you’re new to hiking, or just haven’t been out there recently, it’s a good idea to start with a short hike before taking on Mt. Ralston or Mt. Tallac.
Silver Lake, on Highway 88, offers a couple of options, especially if you have small children. Silver Lake has trails along the lake shore and has trailheads that wander throughout the forest.
Granite Lake is 1.5 miles above Silver Lake, a 3-mile out-and-back hike. There is nothing technical or overly steep on the trail. It is perfect for your little ones.
Getting there is pretty simple. Drive to Silver Lake, located on Highway 88. Turn into the narrow road that leads to Kit Carson Lodge and the USFS cabins that dot the shore of the lake. Drive past the lodge. When you get to the first fork in the road, bear left. At the second fork, bear right. Keep driving, slowly, as the road is narrow, a bit bumpy and runs over granite slabs above Silver Lake. Enjoy the view of the lake as you drive. The trailhead is on the left, just past a small bridge. Either park here or go another 50 feet up to a larger parking area.
The trailhead is marked with a USFS sign. Your hike will begin through an aspen grove and it quickly transitions to a mixed conifer forest. The trail takes you over granite slabs and through the forest floor. There are some minor climbs as you continue your trek. At this time of year a few wildflowers are dotted along the way. Lupin, Indian paintbrush and a snow plant or two are out there. About a half mile into the hike
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you’ll come to a bridge that crosses a creek. After crossing the bridge, take a moment to go a few feet off the trail to see the waterfall and the view of Silver Lake. It’s not as robust as it was a month ago, but it’s there. Another half mile through the forest brings you to a sign post. Your choices are to take the trail to Allen Camp or continue for the last half mile to Granite Lake — a beautiful subalpine lake that is surrounded by large rocks, granite slabs and boulders, with some evergreens thrown in.
There are plenty of good spots around the lake to sit, have lunch or, if you are a fan of cold water, take a dip, swim a bit, especially appreciated on warm summer days. Take the time to explore the shore of this beauty, which is at about 7,581 feet in elevation. You can mostly walk around the entire lake. It’s worth it as the nooks and crannies and granite slabs that make up this landscape offer a multitude of pretty nice spots to settle into for a day on the lake.
For something a bit more challenging, head to Highway 88 and the Thunder Mountain Trail. It’s a great trail and wanders above Kirkwood. The trailhead is just west of Kirkwood at the Carson Spur.
The trail could be a loop, 11.7 miles, but the smart way to do it is to stop at the lava flow above Silver Lake then head back. It’s one of the better out-and-back trails up there. Turn around at any time. There’s plenty to see all along this trail, gorgeous views all the way. You’ll be above tree line pretty quickly. Make sure you are prepared for that. Take the appropriate map for the area, a compass, more than enough food, water and chocolate covered peanut M&Ms for your hike. Also have handy a first aid kit, hat, sunglasses, bug spray and something to keep you dry if things get wet.
Granite Lake is a great tune up for longer hikes as the season continues through summer. Thunder Mountain is one the longer ones. Remember to let someone who is not with you know where you’re going and when you hope to be back.
Take your time and enjoy your day in the forest. Leave no trace. Get outside!
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SUDOKU
ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ll be quick to notice when someone starts performing instead of relating. You have a knack today for peeling back personas and recognizing what’s real. You’ll respond to sincerity, and others will follow your example.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Why slog away when you could be working on something that comes naturally — where your talents, instincts or wiring give you an edge and momentum?
In both cases, you’re working hard, but the outcomes and sustainability are radically di erent.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). If you nd yourself agreeing with whatever you heard last, it’s an invitation to get much more information and experience on the matter. With more knowledge, you’ll understand the bene ts and limitations of every option.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). There can be power in vagueness, euphemism and polite ambiguity, but only if there’s someone there to get it. Better to speak plainly today. Say what you really mean. Be it a messy truth, a joke with a sharp edge or a line that cuts through the fog... it will ring in the air like a bell only the right ones can hear.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You were born to perform, but today you’ll enjoy being o stage; the party is in the greenroom!
Because you’re listening, watching and understanding the cues before they’re spoken aloud, someone will let you know how they need to be loved. This information is gold.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Thinkers may linger in doubt, but it’s the doer who crosses the nish line. A smart plan is ideal,
but any plan — or none at all — will do, because once you’re in motion, instinct takes over.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You deserve to make your decisions based on what excites and energizes you — not out of obligation, habit or strategy, but based on what actually sparks your interest or gives you a jolt of aliveness.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Analysis alone won’t change the world;
■ SHOE by Jeff MacNelly
■ TUNDRA by Chad Carpenter
■ RUBES by Leigh Rubin
■ SPEED BUMP by Dave Coverly
Photos by J. Ferris
Above, the path to Granite Lake has many beautiful spots to admire and cool off. Below, Thunder Mountain stands tall behind Silver Lake. A trip around the lake is great for the whole family as there are many areas to explore.
PROSPECTING
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July 25
Remedy will perform at 5 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/ live-music.
Van Goat + Ginger Molasses will perform, 7-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
The Olde Coloma Theatre presents “The Best Little Tea House in the West” ... Or ... “When a Deed is Done!” through Aug. 24. *Note the show is rated R for sexual innuendo and language, age restrictions apply. For tickets and more information go to oldecolomatheatre.com.
Kirk Basquez Band will perform at the Red Hawk Casino Stage Bar, 8 p.m. to midnight. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.
Showroom entertainment at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe presents Pi the Magic Dragon at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information visit tinyurl. com/9c3db54t.
Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom presents “Young Frankenstein” continuing through Aug. 24. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.
The Grass Valley Center for the Arts presents The Steeldrivers at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information visit thecenterforthearts.org.
Carolyn Wonderland will perform at 8 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre.com.
July 26
Join American River Conservancy for Dog Days in the Foothills from 9:30-11:30 a.m. For more information or to register visit arconservancy.org/event.
Join Apple Hill Growers for Summer Harvest Days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the same time on Sunday at participating ranches to celebrate summer with activities and o erings that feature berries, plums, peaches, vegetables, wine, hard cider, baked goods, jams, treats, wine and more. For more information visit applehill.com.
Join American River Conservancy for a Watercolor botanical illustration workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information or to register visit arconservancy.org/event.
Mira ores Winery, 2120 Four Springs Trail in the Pleasant Valley area, is serving its acclaimed Pairings Lunches on the Vineyard Terrace on Saturdays and Sundays with seatings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2-4 p.m. Pairings 2025 combines a chef’s creativity with the beautifully crafted Mira ores wines.
Diners will be able to talk to the chef du jour about the wine and food experience.
On July 26 and 27 chef Unchu Little eld is preparing a Korean Taste. Call (530) 647-8505 or email info@ mira oreswinery.com to make a reservation.
Save the Graves hosts a 10 a.m. driving tour to two interesting and historical south county
fields are full of dancing
The Miners Foundry News release
NEVADA CITY — Every August, something special stirs in the Sierra Foothills. It’s not just the sunshine, the tall trees or the laughter echoing through Nevada City — it’s the unmistakable energy of Jerry Bash, a beloved hometown tradition that brings Deadheads, families and music lovers together to honor the music, magic and legacy of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead.
Now in its 29th year, Jerry Bash is more than a concert — it’s a community ritual, a multigenerational gathering where music, food, art, light and love come together in one perfect day at beautiful Pioneer Park. It is what organizers describe as “that special Dead magic you can’t quite explain — but definitely feel.”
“Jerry Bash is more than just a concert — it’s a community celebration,” said Gary Campus, a local drummer and co-founder of the event. “It’s a way for us to honor Jerry and keep the spirit of the Dead alive in a way that’s open to everyone.”
A homegrown lineup of heavy hitters
This year’s headliner is Band Beyond Description, a Nevada City-based ensemble known for its dynamic interpretations of Grateful Dead classics and other improvisational rock. The group features a powerhouse lineup of regional favorites, including Campus himself (The Deadbeats), Jonny Mojo (Achilles Wheel), Scott Guberman (Phil Lesh & Friends), Sean Lehe, David Lee and Danny Roholt.
“This band has chemistry and heart,” said Campus. “When we play together, it feels like we’re channeling something bigger than ourselves. And that’s what the Dead were all about.”
Including performances by:
• Painted Mandolin, featuring renowned multiinstrumentalist Joe Craven, exploring the acoustic side of the Garcia/Grisman catalog along with Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band favorites.
• The Haphazard String Band, a Jerry Bash exclusive led by Craven and longtime collaborators Peter Wilson, Lehe, and others, o ering a fresh
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Nevada City rolls out the welcome mat for Deadheads far and wide for Jerry Bash — a full-day, family-friendly celebration of music, food, art, light shows and the lasting legacy of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead.
National Night Out, it’s coming to a neighborhood near you
Mountain Democrat sta
ational Night Out is an annual campaign held on the first Tuesday in August that fosters stronger police-community partnerships and neighborhood solidarity. This initiative aims to create safer and more caring communities by improving the relationship between residents and law enforcement and fostering a genuine sense of community. It o ers a unique chance for police and neighbors to connect in a positive environment.
Millions of people participate in National Night Out, which is celebrated in thousands of communities across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and military bases worldwide. Neighborhoods organize a variety of events, including block parties, festivals, parades and cookouts. These gatherings often feature safety demonstrations, seminars, youth activities, visits from emergency personnel and various exhibits.
El Dorado County hosts a number of community events, block parties, private parties and other activities each year. Most events are on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 5-8 p.m. with food and activities planned.
*Listed law enforcement and fire district participation varies depending on availability.
*Some block parties are not open to the public.
Placerville
The city will host three community events which will include barbecues with hot dogs, chips and drinks provided by generous sponsors. These sponsored events are a great way to connect, build relationships and enjoy a summer evening with neighbors and police o cers alike.
6-8 p.m.
Hangtown Village Square, 1220 Broadway Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave
Exhilaration Station, 1412 Broadway
Block parties
Cottonwood Apartments, 3030 New Jersey Way; David Circle and Combellack; Eskaton, 3380 Blairs Lane; Goyan and Quail Drive; Orchard Hill Park, 2355 Green Wing Lane; Placer Village Apartments, 2189 Ray Lawyer Drive; Placerville Apartments, 2684 Coloma Court; Point View and Cardinal; Spanish Ravine, 3122 Spanish Ravine; Stone Crest, 1751 Stone Crest; Sunrise Garden Apartments, 1400 Woodman Circle; and Via Montenosa.
Greater Placerville Gold Country Health Center, 4301 Golden Center Drive, Placerville, 5:30-8 p.m.
The health center will have live music, food trucks, vendors, booths, beverages, EDSO, Cal Fire, Diamond Springs Fire and a Kidszone
National Night Out
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with face painting. A night filled with fun for everyone.
El Dorado Hills
Community Park, 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills, Friday, Aug. 6 from 5:30-8 p.m.
El Dorado County Sheri ’s O ce and El Dorado Hills Fire Department are partnering with the district to o er a spectacular National Night Out with free barbecue, music, children’s activities, community partners, K-9 demonstrations, Bomb Squad, bomb truck, mobile command unit, Bear Cat armored vehicle, crisis negotiation van and much more. Sponsored by El Dorado Hills
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Camino
Community Church Park, 4205 Carson Road, Camino, 5:30-8 p.m.
Bring your own picnic
dinner and chairs.
Barbecues, charcoal and free hotdogs provided for all.
With EDC Sheri , Cal Fire, Fire Safe Councils, Camino School, Apple Hill Growers, Placerville Moose
Lodge in Camino, El Dorado Disposal/Waste Connections, PG&E, music by ShirlJam, ra e prizes, classic car show and kids activities.
Sponsored by Camino Community Action Committee.
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the community to engage with law enforcement and other first responders on a personal level
positive and celebratory environment.
FOLSOM — Sutter Street Theatre will present the hit Broadway musical “Young Frankenstein” opening on July 26. The production, written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan with music and lyrics by Brooks, is directed by Kenny Brian Gagni and Dena Jimena with musical direction by Connie Mockenhaupt and Rikki Pratt and choreography by Devin LePage with Thomas LePage.
Following the triumph of his 2001 musical “The Producers,” adapted from his film, Brooks opted to develop another musical from one of his popular movies. Brooks and Meehan started this new endeavor in April 2006, completing a first script read by October.
The musical had a brief preBroadway engagement in Seattle from Aug. 7 to Sept. 1, 2007, followed by a four-week preview period on Broadway. It officially premiered on Broadway on Nov. 8, 2007, to mixed reviews. The show ran for 30 previews and 484 performances, concluding on January 4, 2009. A U.S. tour commenced later that year, beginning
in Providence, Rhode Island.
The show is based on the 1974 film of the same name written by Gene Wilder and Brooks who also directed. Brooks has described the parody of the horror film genre his best film. Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-ensteen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”) and a leggy lab assistant, Inga (pronounced Inga), Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. “It’s alive!” he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds.
The show contains bright, flashing lights and strobes and is suitable for audiences members over 13.
The Sutter Street production will open Friday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. and run through Aug. 24 with Friday and Saturday showings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday showings at 4:30 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.
Photos by Allen Schmeltz
Above, Frau Blucher (Crystal Mayer), left, and Frederick Frankenstein (Terry Martin), right, aren’t afraid of things that go bump in the night Below, Frankenstein and Igor (Aiden Moore), right, look over a brain Igor describes as being from someone named Abby Normal in Sutter Street Theatre’s production of “Young Frankenstein” opening July 25.
Frankenstein is hoping that The Monster (Scott Howard), left, isn’t such a bad guy once you get to know him.
SACRAMENTO — On Aug. 6, the Twin Lotus Thai restaurant will host the premiere of “A Titillating Cabaret,” a musical performance that turns a breast cancer journey into what promises to be an unforgettable evening of theater. The show o ers audiences a rare blend of comedy and genuine emotion, proving that even life’s most challenging moments can become sources of unexpected joy.
Created by local performer Jennifer Rineman, the production features five talented artists — John Iosefa, Kyle Jackson, Jennifer Rineman, Sofia Rosario and Jonathan Saatman — who guide audiences through a story that’s both deeply personal and universally relatable. The show combines laughout-loud musical parodies with raw, emotional ballads, creating what organizers describe as “a rollercoaster of resilience, humor and harmony.”
“You don’t need to have faced cancer to relate to
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this story,” said Rineman. “It’s for anyone who loves authentic storytelling and great theater.”
The intimate cabaret setting at Twin Lotus Thai provides the perfect backdrop for this bold theatrical experiment, serving up delicious Thai dishes.
The event will take place on Aug. 6 at the Twin Lotus Thai, 8345 Folsom Blvd. in Sacramento, at 6:30 p.m. with the doors open at 6 p.m. There is no cover but reservations are recommended. The full restaurant menu will be available throughout the performance, allowing guests to enjoy dinner during the show.
For more information or to book reservations visit twinlotusthai.com. Follow “A Titillating Cabaret” at facebook.com/events/1007387578275550.
cemeteries. Mike Roberts, president of Save the Graves and ardent taphophile will lead the tour. Make a reservation at savethegraveseldorado.org/localevents/south-county-cemeteriestour.
Toogood Estate Winery will host Summer BBQ Weekends with smoked tri-tip sandwiches with port rub from noon to 4 p.m. and the same time on Sunday. For more information visit toogoodwinery.com.
The Jamokes will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/livemusic.
Ed Wilson will play at Boring Rose Brewing in El Dorado Hills from 6-8 p.m.
Join American River Conservancy for live music with Achilles Wheel, beverages and tasty food featuring Wani’s Tacos at historic Wakamatsu Farm in Placerville. This concert series supports ARC’s Resilience Reserve helping to manage, repair and restore its protected properties. For more information visit bit.ly/ ARCc4c2025.
Join Holly’s Hill Winery for A Bacon A air from noon to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 2:30-5 p.m. For more information visit hollyshill.com.
Steel Breeze will perform at the Red Hawk Casino Stage Bar, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino. com.
Hangtown Thrash Presents: Phantom Witch + Unprovoked + Lucid + Eternal Terror will perform, 6-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom. com.
Smith Flat House will host Winemaker’s Dinner featuring Madrona wines at 6:30 p.m. For more information visit smith athouse.com.
The Grass Valley Center for the Arts presents Skeryvore at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information visit thecenterforthearts.org.
California Museum in Sacramento presents the Sacramento premiere of “League of Dreams,” a powerful new lm by director Lane Nishikawa exploring the 95-year legacy of the Japanese American Citizens League at 1 p.m. For more information visit californiamuseum.org.
Vino Noceto in Plymouth will host Big Nights in the Little
Red Barn with all you can eat tacos and live music from Nikki Perez from 6-9 p.m. For more information visit noceto.com.
July 27
The Mother Lode Lions will host a fundraising breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Bacon, sausage, eggs, pancakes, fruit, juice and co ee. Located at the corner of Missouri Flat road and HWY 49. For additional information contact motherlodelions@gmail.com.
Join Semper Fi and America’s Fund at the Rescue Community Center from 8-11 a.m. for a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser to send runner Maria Eyrisch to the Berlin Marathon. For more information call (530) 417-4565 or email ria_pia@hotmail.com.
Face in a Book in El Dorado Hills Town Center welcomes children’s author Lisa Frenkel Riddiough, who has a new picture book published by Penguin Random House called “Embarrassed Ferret.” Get your book signed 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. FBI will perform at 3 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music.
July 28
Gals 11 a.m. to noon. For more information visit inconcertsierra.
org.
July 29
Placerville Family Search Center
will host the class Simple Cemetery Searches from 1-2 p.m. at 3275 Cedar Ravine, Placerville. Linda Matthews will be teaching easy steps to locate your family in cemeteries. With a few clicks anyone related to you will show up in listed cemeteries. For more information call (916) 290-4395.
Smith Flat House will host Shirl Jam at 6 p.m. For more information visit smith athouse. com.
The El Dorado Hills Town Center will host Tuesday Tunes in Theater Plaza from 7-9 p.m. with Tony Quinn sponsored by C. Knight’s Steakhouse. For more information visit edhtowncenter. com.
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Sacramento Shakespeare Festival presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” through July 27. For tickets and more information visit sacramentoshakespeare.net.
The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael presents Go
with the Flow through Aug. 9. Museum opens at 11 a.m. daily, closed Mondays. For more information visit sac nearts.org.
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents “Twelfth Night” through Aug. 23 and “Peter and the Starcatcher” through Aug. 24. For more information visit laketahoeshakespeare.com.
Arts and Culture El Dorado presents High Side, Whitewater El Dorado through Aug. 17 at the Switchboard Gallery. For more information visit artsandcultureeldorado.org.
California State Railroad Museum presents The Golden Hour Express at 7:15 p.m.
Wednesdays through July 30. For tickets and more information visit californiarailroad.museum.
Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento presents Marvin Lipofsky Blows Glass through Aug. 17; Reform to Restoration, French Art from Louis XVI to Louis XVIII from the Horvitz Collection through Sept. 14; Arts, Letters, and Power, Van Dyck and the Portrait Print through Oct. 12; Cara and Diego Romero, Tales of Futures Past through Oct. 12; Black & Gold – Traditional and Contemporary Japanese and Chinese Ceramics through Dec. 31; and Pueblo Pottery –Native American Pottery and Sculpture through Dec. 31. For
more information visit crockerart. org.
The Gallery at 48 Natoma presents Jyotsna Bhamidipati visual storyteller through Aug. 14. For more information call (916) 461-6601 or visit folsom.ca.us/government/parksrecreation/facilities/gallery-at48-natoma.
The Heavenly Village Summer Concert Series presents live music every Friday and Saturday evenings from 5:45-9:15 p.m. through Labor Day. For more information visit tinyurl. com/3h88rmpb.
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take on deeper cuts and rarely heard tracks.
• Las Niñas Muertas (The Dead Girls), an all-female acoustic ensemble led by Juliet Gobert, opening the festival with reimagined versions of songs by Garcia, Weir, Hunter and more.
A legacy that endures
Jerry Garcia passed away nearly 30 years ago, but his music continues to resonate across generations. What began as a subculture in the 1960s has become a lasting community — one that finds common ground in shared experience, spontaneous musical moments, and a spirit of inclusion.
“The fans are the most loyal group
of people I’ve ever seen following a band,” said Campus. “I’ve been playing this music for 30 years, and I’m still amazed by the energy they bring.”
It’s that same energy that organizers hope will infuse this year’s event — not just in the performances, but in the crowd itself. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets, lawn chairs and dancing shoes. Families with children are welcome, and there will be shaded areas for relaxing throughout the day.
More than nostalgia
While Jerry Bash pays tribute to the Grateful Dead, it’s also about what that music continues to inspire: connection, improvisation, creativity and joy.
“It’s amazing to see kids twirling in tie-dye next to folks who saw the Dead at Winterland,” said Wilson. “The music creates a bridge between generations.”
As the sun dips behind the trees of Pioneer Park and the final jam of the evening begins, what remains is more
than just a show. It’s a celebration of what the Grateful Dead stood for — and what they still mean to people today.
Jerry Bash takes place Friday, Aug. 2 from 1 - 9 p.m. at Pioneer Park in Nevada City. For tickets and more information visit minersfoundry.org.
WY 82801 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Reengineering Revenue, LLC, 1309 Coffeen Ave., Suite 1200, Sheridan, WY 82801 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: Wyoming The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of Registrant: /s/ Brett A. Martin BRETT A. MARTIN, 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 06/05/2025 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
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Jerry Bash offers a scenic and family friendly environment in Pioneer Park for music lovers of all ages.
Virginia Pryor Hakala is a retired elementary school teacher and Reading Specialist who has been published in Sacramento Sports News and Calendar Magazine, as well as, Meridian Publishing’s People In Action Magazine. She enjoys interviewing, then crafting a marketable story
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