Oliveira has had a vacation home in Calaveras since 2002 and moved here permanently in 2006. At which time he was approached by, then Sheriff, Dennis Downum to become an extra hire (part-time no benefits) deputy with the Calaveras Sheriff Dept. His beat was the Arnold area. He still works as a bailiff and reserve patrol, with current resident Deputy being a full time position held by Kyle Johnson.
Oliveira chose to run for the Supervisor seat because he felt he "could give back to his community, do something on a positive level for law enforcement and the county, as well as establish reasonable goals for county departments."
County offices:
"Administration created barriers to reasonable, sensible growth." The "permit process is a detriment." "A liaison for the building and planning department would be ideal, bring your ideas, your plans to the liaison, they help you through the process." Make the county more attractive to businesses and builders. "We need to work together, everyone wins."
Crime:
"We have a crime problem. More violent crime is coming in." While the State pays for CNET, a state narcotics enforcement team, "there is not enough man power to train Narcotic officers and there is an impending hiring freeze and possible cuts coming this year." "We must have a (law enforcement) presence...most property crimes are a result of narcotics use, we must get a handle on this."
Guns:
"I believe in the second amendment to the constitution, if (a person) is legal, and qualified, (they) should possess a handgun." It is unknown "how many crimes are diverted by possession of CCW's."
As an NRA member and pistol instructor, he "maintains the rights of the National Forest belong to the people." He clarified that shooting at the Candy Rock quarry, not Candy Rock the family water and river destination, is a "prime example of a safe place to shoot."The USDA Forest Service recognizes Candy Rock Quarry is a legal Shooting restriction area.
Wagon trail:
"I am still researching, however, I question if its a violation of property rights." He spoke of Agenda 18 and the process to obtain federal funds for highways, questioning how the rights of property owners may be in jeopardy with this.
Fire department consolidation:
"Ebbett's Pass is a great fire district with a special tax paid by residents, I would like to see the same level of service throughout the whole county." If consolidation were put before the BOS "it would be a rough decision to make, but one that I would be prepared to make when I verify all information and make sure it is accurate.""We (the county) have to provide public safety service."
Growth:
"No growth equals road blocks to establishing businesses." At one time "the county was flourishing, now it is a ghost town, growth has to be enticing for developers and residents alike. Right now we are not going to survive" with lack of growth. Again he touched on a liaison between the developer and the county departments to make it a more hospitable environment for those wanting to develop here. "Broaden our view beyond the molehill." Bring in small businesses, manufacturing, software, etc, businesses "with 5 to 25 employees." "We need to be open to what we can do to save this county."
"My final goal in life, when the people of Calaveras County do not want me to serve anymore, I'll go fishing."
by,
Charity Maness