Friday, August 16, 2013
Angels Camp Farmers Market tonight! 8-16-13
5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, live music and a craft fair. Bike Night!! Jump on your hog and come down to rock out to The Fabulous Off Brothers!! Featured winery each week.
Weekend weather heating up
- 8-16-13
- Today Sunny, with a high near 93. North northwest wind 5 to 8 mph becoming west in the afternoon.
- Tonight Clear, with a low around 58. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight.
- Saturday Sunny, with a high near 92. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 9 mph in the afternoon.
- Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 58. North wind 6 to 9 mph.
- Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 96. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.
- Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 61.
To Dine or Not to Dine....
This weeks restaurant is Angelo's Steakhouse in Murphys.
Headed up to an evening of guaranteed enjoyment at Murphys Creek Theater under the stars, we allotted ourselves some time to peruse Murphys for a bite to eat. We didn't peruse far as our stomachs were growling, so we stopped at the first restaurant we saw...lucky us...an Italian steakhouse! What with my love for anything Italian and my partner in crimes love of steak we hit the jackpot!
The outside dining looked perfect for a nice romantic evening, but alas, each seat was taken...dining inside it was. The tables were a bit tight and the chairs were really uncomfortable but the wine was divine! Oh what one will not endure for an amazing glass of grape juice:)
Headed up to an evening of guaranteed enjoyment at Murphys Creek Theater under the stars, we allotted ourselves some time to peruse Murphys for a bite to eat. We didn't peruse far as our stomachs were growling, so we stopped at the first restaurant we saw...lucky us...an Italian steakhouse! What with my love for anything Italian and my partner in crimes love of steak we hit the jackpot!
The outside dining looked perfect for a nice romantic evening, but alas, each seat was taken...dining inside it was. The tables were a bit tight and the chairs were really uncomfortable but the wine was divine! Oh what one will not endure for an amazing glass of grape juice:)
Thursday, August 15, 2013
County seking input for General Plan
Property Rights Alert!
Your input and guidance are requested!
The County is asking what you want to see addressed in the Calaveras County General Plan.
Planning staff is currently drafting the goals, policies and implementation programs for the General Plan.
Your input, ideas and guidance are requested.
Here are two suggested clauses to be added to the General Plan:
· This
General Plan, while following California Law, shall be interpreted in
light of the people’s rights to Life, Liberty and Property as specified
by the 5th and 14th Amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
· Designated
land uses in this General Plan and Zoning Ordinances shall be liberally
interpreted to allow property owners reasonable use of their property
as they may need and see fit, providing neighbors or the public are not
legally harmed.
This is important to protect property rights and advance economic prosperity.
Sheriff Dept marijuana eradication Tuesday in Copper nets 4,733 plants
A Calaveras Narcotics Enforcement marijuana eradication operation was conducted earlier this week at the end of Little John Road on private property in the hills along Gopher Ridge netting 4,733 marijuana plants.
Sheriff Dept eradication operations this year total nine; 1 operation on public land BLM and the remaining 8 on private property . The years total plant count is 46,174, with 3 arrests inside the grows and 3 recovered guns. The combined estimated total value of the plants is 4.6 million.
Due to financial limitations of the CAMP program - Campaign Against Marijuana Planting from the Department of Justice and the Attorney General's Office- the Sheriff Dept has handled the majority of the eradication operations on their own.
by,
C. Maness
Sheriff Dept eradication operations this year total nine; 1 operation on public land BLM and the remaining 8 on private property . The years total plant count is 46,174, with 3 arrests inside the grows and 3 recovered guns. The combined estimated total value of the plants is 4.6 million.
Due to financial limitations of the CAMP program - Campaign Against Marijuana Planting from the Department of Justice and the Attorney General's Office- the Sheriff Dept has handled the majority of the eradication operations on their own.
by,
C. Maness
AMA Funday in Utica Park
AMA Funday will be held on August 24, 2013 in Utica Park to benfit youth sports.
$10 dinner chicken and spaghetti.
Dinner 1-6 pm
Music by Copper Holding 3-10 pm
Bingo 1-3 pm
Poker 1-6 pm
Horseshoes 1- ? pm
Tickets available for presale and at the door 209-736-0334.
Full bar, vendors and fun!
$10 dinner chicken and spaghetti.
Dinner 1-6 pm
Music by Copper Holding 3-10 pm
Bingo 1-3 pm
Poker 1-6 pm
Horseshoes 1- ? pm
Tickets available for presale and at the door 209-736-0334.
Full bar, vendors and fun!
Copper FIre looking for volunteers
Through a grant funded program to attract and retain volunteers Copper Fire is actively seeking volunteers for the Fire Department.
If you want to learn to be a volunteer fire fighter now is your opportunity.
Chief Kovacs also pointed out that there are "many non-firefighting opportunities for volunteers too."
If you are interested just drop by the Fire Department front office on Main Street for more information.
If you want to learn to be a volunteer fire fighter now is your opportunity.
Chief Kovacs also pointed out that there are "many non-firefighting opportunities for volunteers too."
If you are interested just drop by the Fire Department front office on Main Street for more information.
Copperopolis has new Cub Scout Pack!
Copperopolis can proudly say they have a new Cub Scout Pack.
Cub Scouts begins for boys entering the 1st grade. The boys meet once a week in their "den" which is a group of boys of the same age at a leader's home, and once a month at the "pack" meeting which is all the age groups together, and it is currently at Black Creek park.
The new Scout Master is Casey Bridwell, and some trained volunteer parents are "den leaders" for the individual dens.
For information of the new pack please call Heather Oliver at 785-6301 or at heatheronthemoor@yahoo.com.
Cub Scouts begins for boys entering the 1st grade. The boys meet once a week in their "den" which is a group of boys of the same age at a leader's home, and once a month at the "pack" meeting which is all the age groups together, and it is currently at Black Creek park.
The new Scout Master is Casey Bridwell, and some trained volunteer parents are "den leaders" for the individual dens.
For information of the new pack please call Heather Oliver at 785-6301 or at heatheronthemoor@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Parents/Guardians of incoming freshmen and new students to Bret Harte - student orientation
Parents/Guardians of incoming freshmen and new students to Bret Harte,
We would like to welcome your student to Bret Harte. Freshmen and New Student Orientation will take place on Tuesday, August 20th from 8:30 – 1:30. Information and a bus schedule for Freshmen and New Student Orientation was mailed to parents and students in July. The opening packet also included the application for Free and Reduced Lunch. If you feel you qualify please fill out the application and return it to the high school office or mail it to Food Service, Bret Harte High School, P.O. Box 7000, Angels Camp, 95221, as soon as possible. Applications turned in before the first day of school will be processed as they are received. Parents will receive a letter in the mail on the status of their application. Please be advised that students will need to bring a lunch or money until the application is approved. If you did not receive an opening packet or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hillman at 736-8339.
We would like to welcome your student to Bret Harte. Freshmen and New Student Orientation will take place on Tuesday, August 20th from 8:30 – 1:30. Information and a bus schedule for Freshmen and New Student Orientation was mailed to parents and students in July. The opening packet also included the application for Free and Reduced Lunch. If you feel you qualify please fill out the application and return it to the high school office or mail it to Food Service, Bret Harte High School, P.O. Box 7000, Angels Camp, 95221, as soon as possible. Applications turned in before the first day of school will be processed as they are received. Parents will receive a letter in the mail on the status of their application. Please be advised that students will need to bring a lunch or money until the application is approved. If you did not receive an opening packet or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hillman at 736-8339.
Ione Prison Doctor recovering from inmate assault - press release
IONE – A staff physician is recovering from injuries she suffered yesterday from an attack by a Mule Creek State Prison inmate.
Shortly after 8 a.m. on August 12, 2013, inmate Robert Daniel Perry, 61, arrived to a medical appointment at the prison. Without warning, he grabbed the doctor by her hair and started choking her. During the struggle, she managed to activate her personal alarm device. Responding medical staff grabbed the doctor from the inmate’s hold.
Board of Supervisors 8-13-13 meeting video
To view the Board of Supervisors 8-13-13 meeting video CLICK HERE
Video of Calaveras Planning Commission meetings and Calaveras Board of Supervisor’s meetings graciously supplied by Calaveras Public Access TV and accessed through Community Action Project.
Video of Calaveras Planning Commission meetings and Calaveras Board of Supervisor’s meetings graciously supplied by Calaveras Public Access TV and accessed through Community Action Project.
Calaveras Tactical August/September newsletetter
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SRT's "RESPECT" and musical journey through history through a woman's eye
'RESPECT' is a fascinating look at how women's music was shaped by the times in which they lived. The songs of these times mirror the feelings women carried- strong, sexy, respectful, disillusioned, powerful, happy, in love.
From the patriotic "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" to the sultry sounds of "I wanna be loved by you" showing the trend from women during wartime and in the work force to re-emergence of the feminine and yes, sultry woman.
Then there were the eras of women's rights, Civil Rights and the feminist movement add in women heading back to the workplace and Vietnam. By 1972 women were allowed to participate in athletics programs and by 1994 domestic abuse was Federally recognized and by to Y2K women were able to have it all...or not, as the narrator emotionally pointed out. To some the women's rights movement came at a high cost.
From the patriotic "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" to the sultry sounds of "I wanna be loved by you" showing the trend from women during wartime and in the work force to re-emergence of the feminine and yes, sultry woman.
Then there were the eras of women's rights, Civil Rights and the feminist movement add in women heading back to the workplace and Vietnam. By 1972 women were allowed to participate in athletics programs and by 1994 domestic abuse was Federally recognized and by to Y2K women were able to have it all...or not, as the narrator emotionally pointed out. To some the women's rights movement came at a high cost.
Tuolumne Narcotics Team marijuana raid nets 16,055 plants
The Tuolumne Narcotics Team (TNT) with the assistance of
Sheriff’s Office personnel, United States Forest Service, Bureau of Land
Management, Fish and Game, State Parole, Sonora Police, and personnel from CAMP
(campaign against marijuana planting) conducted three days of marijuana
eradication efforts from public lands within Tuolumne County. A total of five
marijuana gardens were raided and 16,055 marijuana plants were eradicated.
Evidence in the gardens indicated that all of the grows were maintained by
Mexican National Drug Cartels. Ammunition and evidence of the presence of
firearms were located in every grow site. One AK-47 rifle with a 30 round
magazine was also discovered in a grow site.
Eradication efforts will continue throughout Tuolumne County
during the growing season which usually concludes by the end of October for
outdoor marijuana cultivation.
Bark n Bubbles looking for back up groomer
Bark n Bubbles is looking for a back up Groomer .
Desires at least one year experience and own tools.
For more information call 785-9274
Desires at least one year experience and own tools.
For more information call 785-9274
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
California fires raging at over 77,000 acres
According to the Fire Incident Web page there are currently 12 wild land fires being fought by the US Forest Service and CALFIRE raging in California totaling 77, 067 acres.
With fire season well under way, the trend of increased fire activity has continued. Unfortunately, the dry conditions the State has experienced will only worsen and lead to a higher fire threat. It is critical that homeowners are prepared for wildfires and remember "Ready, Set, Go!". Homeowners looking for additional information on "Ready, Set, Go!" and on how to prepare themselves, their families and their homes for wildfire can visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org. With 94% of the wildfires in CAL FIRE’s jurisdiction started by people, it's also critical that everyone, including residents and vacationers, take steps to prevent wildfires. One Less Spark, means One Less Wildfire. Learn more on how to help prevent wildfires by visiting www.PreventWildfireCA.org.
With fire season well under way, the trend of increased fire activity has continued. Unfortunately, the dry conditions the State has experienced will only worsen and lead to a higher fire threat. It is critical that homeowners are prepared for wildfires and remember "Ready, Set, Go!". Homeowners looking for additional information on "Ready, Set, Go!" and on how to prepare themselves, their families and their homes for wildfire can visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org. With 94% of the wildfires in CAL FIRE’s jurisdiction started by people, it's also critical that everyone, including residents and vacationers, take steps to prevent wildfires. One Less Spark, means One Less Wildfire. Learn more on how to help prevent wildfires by visiting www.PreventWildfireCA.org.
Copper Fire strike team home safe from Power fire
Copper Fire firefighters Jay Lange, Eric Bavaro and Doug Ungari are home safe from fighting the Tuolumne County Power fire, which currently stands at 1,070 acres and 97% contained.
Copper Fire sent out Engine 231 the morning of 8-7-13, with firefighters Jay Lange, Eric Bavaro and Doug Ungari to join with engines from Calaveras Consolidated, Murphys Fire and Altaville Fire Dept as a strike team to aid in the supression of the Power Fire in Tuolumne.
Welcome home!!!
Copper Fire sent out Engine 231 the morning of 8-7-13, with firefighters Jay Lange, Eric Bavaro and Doug Ungari to join with engines from Calaveras Consolidated, Murphys Fire and Altaville Fire Dept as a strike team to aid in the supression of the Power Fire in Tuolumne.
Welcome home!!!
State Controller releases July Cash Update
SACRAMENTO - State Controller John Chiang today released his
monthly report covering California's cash balance, receipts and
disbursements in July 2013, the first month of the State's fiscal year.
Revenues for the month totaled $4.8 billion, coming in below estimates
contained in the state budget by 6 percent.
"Reflective of the State's improving fiscal health, California’s upcoming cash flow borrowing is shaping up to be the smallest in four years," said Chiang. "While this month's numbers disappoint, reaction must be tempered by the fact that July is often the State's least significant revenue collection month."
"Reflective of the State's improving fiscal health, California’s upcoming cash flow borrowing is shaping up to be the smallest in four years," said Chiang. "While this month's numbers disappoint, reaction must be tempered by the fact that July is often the State's least significant revenue collection month."
A second entry into Saddle Creek?
Last week, first week in August 2013, Mid Valley Engineering was surveying the intersection of Little John Road and Copper Cove drive for what they said was a possible road into Saddle Creek.
Previously a peanut shaped round-about had been submitted to the county for approval when Castle and Cooke was to develop Vineyard Estates; a small development on the 43 acres at the same intersection (previously Walkin' On Ranch). The peanut round-about was not rejected by the county but Castle and Cooke was told to go back to the drawing board to look for another alternative, possibly a regular round-about with legs of the roads lining up properly.
According to the county they are still awaiting for the re-submittal of a preliminary plan for the 2nd access road to Saddle Creek.
Previously a peanut shaped round-about had been submitted to the county for approval when Castle and Cooke was to develop Vineyard Estates; a small development on the 43 acres at the same intersection (previously Walkin' On Ranch). The peanut round-about was not rejected by the county but Castle and Cooke was told to go back to the drawing board to look for another alternative, possibly a regular round-about with legs of the roads lining up properly.
According to the county they are still awaiting for the re-submittal of a preliminary plan for the 2nd access road to Saddle Creek.
Previous peanut round about submitted to county.
by,
Charity Maness
Community Garden meeting tonight 8-13-13
Community Garden meeting - Tuesday night, 5:30, Copper library - we'll see you there!
Rehorse Rescue Summer Hay drive still going
Our Summer Hay Drive is still going. Thank you to
all who have donated so far. We have had almost 100 bales donated. The hay
drive benefits the horses at
ReHorse Rescue Ranch and all four of our local feed stores are
participating including Hurst Ranch, Sonora Feed, Radovich Feed, and
Bolton Feed. We are currently feeding up to ten bales a day, each costing
between $15-$20 per bale. One bale of hay will feed a rescue horse for
about 5 days.
Feed
Stores:
Hurst Ranch Feeds and Supply
17415 Hwy 108
Jamestown, CA 95327
Sonora Feed and Supply
13765 Terrace Dr
Sonora, CA 95370
Radovich Hay
18389 Main St.
Jamestown, CA 95327
Bolton Feed
20117 Highway 108
Sonora, CA 95370
On the Board agenda this 8-13-13 am - Poker Flat turn lane
Adopt a MINUTE ORDER approving Amendment No. 2
to the Professional Services Agreement between Calaveras County and RBF
Consulting, Inc., for additional environmental services associated with the
O’Byrnes Ferry Road Left Turn Lane project for an amount not to exceed $2,760
with a term ending March 15, 2015; Public Works – Board action:
Gov signs more legislation
SACRAMENTO – Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has signed the following bills.
•AB 61 by Assemblymember Mike Gatto (D-Silver Lake) – Parking: parking meters.
•AB 163 by Assemblymember Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) – Sales and use taxes exemption: military thrift store.
•AB 226 by Assemblymember Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) – Classified employees: school police: workweek.
•AB 61 by Assemblymember Mike Gatto (D-Silver Lake) – Parking: parking meters.
•AB 163 by Assemblymember Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) – Sales and use taxes exemption: military thrift store.
•AB 226 by Assemblymember Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) – Classified employees: school police: workweek.
Summerfest fun at Town Square
Town Square held their annual Summerfest on August 11, 2013 with water slides, face painting, live music and more. A fun day for ALL ages!
For more pictures CLICK HERE
For more pictures CLICK HERE
Twisted Oak Concert Series presents Mollie O'Brien and Rich Moore with Eric Thorin
What: Twisted Folk Concert Series Presents: Mollie O’Brien & Rich Moore,
with Eric Thorin!
Where: Twisted
Oak Winery, 4280 Red Hill Rd at Hwy 4, Vallecito
When: Friday,
August 16th, 2013 – 7:30pm. Gates open 6:30pm
Ticket
Information:
Tickets
$20 advance ($18 Twisted Few wine club members), or $25 at the gate, if
available.
Children
12 and under are admitted free of charge.
For more
info, or to purchase tickets:
209-736-9080, twistedoak.com/concerts
Monday, August 12, 2013
Calaveras Taxpayers Association hosting Taxpayer Alert TV - a breaking ground success
Dear Leadership and Friends,
Our first two programs, playing this week, are interviews with Jon Coupal of HJTA and Senator George Runner of the Board of Equalization. (Click on names to see on YouTube.)
Jon talked about the attacks on Prop 13 and the Fire
Tax lawsuit, which he filed against the state. George also discussed
the Fire Tax protest procedure and provided other helpful information
for the business owner.
We have scheduled back to back taping of the next two 30 minute Taxpayer Alert Video programs for Monday, August 26, 2013, at 5:15 PM
at the PATV studio in San Andreas. The first program features an
interview with Rebecca Callen, County Auditor/Controller and the second
at 5:45,
features Richard Fields representing the Pacific Legal Foundation.
Rebecca will be discussing our county budget and Richard will talk about
some of the recent Supreme Court wins for the Pacific Legal Foundation.
Suggestions for questions are most welcome. The Public Access cable TV
programs will be shown several times about two weeks after recording.
New Melones Fishing Report from Glory Hole Sports
New Melones Fishing Report
Glory
Hole Sports employee Gary Powell went fishing with wife Jessica, and
son Shane. They caught a hefty cat near the Tuttletown boat launch that
weighed over 9-pounds.
Water Conditions: New Melones Lake is currently holding 1,130,008 acre-feet
of water. The lake level dropped two feet this week, and is currently
at 960 ft. above sea level and 126 ft. from full. The average water
temperature is a very warm 78-84 degrees. The lake is stained with mud
lines forming near the shore in the afternoon.
Trout: Slow.
The trout are in deeper/cooler water. The surface temperature is
considerably warm which will keep the trout from coming up to shallow
water. Focus on the main river channel where cool water is constantly
flowing. Trout feed primarily on 3-5" shad. Night fishing anglers
are still successfully catching limits of 2-pound rainbows near the dam
and the spillway. Night crawlers and Power Bait have been the two most
productive baits to use at night. Also, try using a vertical jigging
spoon under and around the light to simulate injured and dying shad. Trolling anglers
have been catching a few fish while trolling for the kokanee. Late
summer can be an awesome time to troll large plug style baits in deep
water for large rainbows. Try using shad patterned Rapalas, Rattle
Traps, and Speed Traps to target these fish. Bank anglers
try a marshmallow crawler combo or Berkley Garlic Power Bait. There are
very few trout being caught from the shore. You might consider heading
to one of the high country lakes for better bank fishing. Fly fishing anglers
try fishing local rivers, creeks, and streams. Use beaded headed
Prince Nymphs, Copper John's, and Pheasant Tails midday. In the evening
try switching to a dry fly. Stimulators, Adams, and Humpys are all
good choices for dry flies.
Kokanee:
Good. The kokanee are working their way upriver for their annual spawn
and die. We have reports of a few fish being caught in the dam
spillway area, but the majority of fish are being caught near the 49
bridge. The fish are very clean, healthy and fat. The bite has been
good and the fish are extremely feisty. The kokanee have been
schooling in deep water for the last few months. Try targeting fish
from 70-100' of water. In deep water there is very little light
penetration so it is important to use blades that will stand out. Gold
and copper are better choices than silver in dark or dirty water.
Vibration is another important factor to consider. Try using baits that
have a Colorado or a Dakota blade. These blade styles produce a pulse
that will draw fish to your bait. Use plenty of scent on your sling
blade/dodger and bait. A few good choices are bloody tuna, garlic
nightcrawler, and kokanee special. Don't forget to tip your baits with
scented shoe peg corn.
Bass:
Fair. The nights have been cooler and the bass bite is starting to
pick up. Most fish are being caught on soft plastics fished in deep
water. Natural crawdad and shad colored baits will produce fish. Try
fishing long points, humps, and bluffs with deep/cooler water nearby.
The fish will spend in the day suspended in deeper water, and move
shallow in the mornings and evening to feed. A good way to catch them
is with a drop shot rig and a 6" hand poured worm. This setup can be
fished in shallow and deep water. The shad are schooled up and staging
in the main lake near the mouths of creek channels. If you can locate
these balls of shad there will be fish around them. Try ripping a 1/2oz.
to 3/4oz. spoon through the bait balls. Often times if you disturb the
bait you can trigger the bass into biting. If you do keep a
bass, please keep the small spotted bass and release the big female
(largemouth) black bass. Glory Hole Sports can teach you the
difference, so you can practice good conservation of the species.
Catfish:
Very good. Anglers are catching plenty of nice cats with average size
being 4-8 pounds. Most fish are in shallow water from 5-20". Melones
catfish tend to be fish-eaters rather than bottom foragers, so use live
minnows, frozen shad, mackerel, or anchovies for best success. Also,
chicken liver and night crawlers work well to. To attract fish at night
try soaking your bait in anchovy scent, bloody tuna scent or garlic
scent. Target flat areas near deep water such as; island tops and long
points. The catfish will use these areas as a dinner table to feed.
Glory
Hole Sports employee Gary Powell went fishing with wife Jessica, and
son Shane. They caught a hefty cat near the Tuttletown boat launch that
weighed over 9-pounds.
Puppies need loving homes
Six 7 1/2 week old Rottweiler and Shepherd mix puppies are looking for good homes.
Please call 785-7370
Please call 785-7370
Free ‘Copper Concerts’ Series Coming to Copperopolis Town Square
(COPPEROPOLIS, Calif.) – Copperopolis Town Square – the events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host its annual free concerts on Saturday nights this September.
The 2013 ‘Copper Concerts’ performance lineup features:
- Brad Wilson (Blues, rock and R&B guitarist – Sept. 7)
- Journey Revisited (Journey tribute band – Sept. 14)
- Jim Anderson & the Rebels (Elvis Presley tribute band – Sept. 21)
- Joni Morris (Patsy Cline tribute band – Sept. 28)
“As summer winds down, there’s no better place to spend a crisp, cool Saturday night than out on Copperopolis Town Square enjoying live music,” says Linda Stefanick, Vice President and Event Director for Castle & Cooke Calaveras, Inc. “We have scheduled a diverse line-up of artists this September sure to please a wide range of musical tastes and we recommend you get here early to claim a spot and then have dinner, shop and browse our shops.”
Copperopolis Town Square is situated in the rolling foothills of the Central Sierra on Highway 4 in Calaveras County, two hours from the Bay Area and 1.5 hours from Sacramento. The area offers visitors a wide variety of amenities and activities including golf, tennis and dining at the acclaimed Saddle Creek Resort (www.saddlecreek.com) with accommodations for guests in luxurious Lodge Bungalows conveniently located within a few paces of the golf course. To stay for the weekend, please call 209.785.7415 to book a room.
For more information: 866.276.4235 or visit www.CopperopolisTownSquare.com. If you use Facebook, “Like” the Copperopolis page to get all the event information.
Copperopolis Elementary classroom assignments will post this week
For those of you wanting to know your child's classroom/teacher assignment, the assignment sheets will be posted after 3 pm on Thursday August 15, 2013.
The first day of school will be Wednesday August 21, 2013.
The first day of school will be Wednesday August 21, 2013.
Ric Ryan 'Walking Man of Murphys' honored along with all veterans at Big and Rich Concert
US Marine and Vietnam Veteran known
as The Walking Man of Murphys was honored by Big & Rich, at the August 10, 2013 Ironstone concert, for his service
and philanthropy work for Operation Mend.
"Last Saturday I was honored at the Big and Rich concert in Murphys. They called me up to the stage and honored all vets there and because I live in Murphys they had me with them on the stage. They told the everyone there that I served in the Vietnam and did two tours which they got wrong because I said I was there in 66 and 67. I did one tour then and it was for 13 months and 15 days but that is okay they just misunderstood me. They told everyone that I have walked 5163 miles to raise money for Operation Mend who helps returning veterans that did help. When I came out on the stage they said here is our local veteran Sgt Ric Ryan of the United States Marine Corps and everybody stood and cheered.
If you have the time please click on the you tube site at the bottom and watch. I had tears in my eyes because I was so proud of being a Marine.
Thank you all and please keep supporting our veterans for they are the future of this great country
Ric Ryan USMC 64-68
PS I plan on start walking again in two weeks by then I should be able to get 6 to 10 miles a day. I have been off from because I just had a total right knee replacement at the VA hospital. "
"Last Saturday I was honored at the Big and Rich concert in Murphys. They called me up to the stage and honored all vets there and because I live in Murphys they had me with them on the stage. They told the everyone there that I served in the Vietnam and did two tours which they got wrong because I said I was there in 66 and 67. I did one tour then and it was for 13 months and 15 days but that is okay they just misunderstood me. They told everyone that I have walked 5163 miles to raise money for Operation Mend who helps returning veterans that did help. When I came out on the stage they said here is our local veteran Sgt Ric Ryan of the United States Marine Corps and everybody stood and cheered.
If you have the time please click on the you tube site at the bottom and watch. I had tears in my eyes because I was so proud of being a Marine.
Thank you all and please keep supporting our veterans for they are the future of this great country
Ric Ryan USMC 64-68
PS I plan on start walking again in two weeks by then I should be able to get 6 to 10 miles a day. I have been off from because I just had a total right knee replacement at the VA hospital. "
To view youtube video shot by Ric's daughter CLICK HERE
Compleat Works of William Shakespeare by MCT a Phenominal Theater Experience
"If you choose to see only one play this season this would be the play to see."
Murphys Creek Theater has never ceased to amaze theater goers with their brilliance in acting under Graham Scotts directorial prowess, yet the rendition of the Compleat Works of William Shakespeare (abridged/revised) exceeded all expectations and rocked the crowd at the Stevenot Amphitheater.
Anthony DePage, Mike Evans and Sean Lewis's high energy and spot on delivery of the tongue twisting, mind bending Elizabethan vocabulary was nothing short of exceptional. Add in their own witty repartee and acting chemistry and the combination became a volatile mix of hilarity and zingy one liners.
For those not schooled in the ways of Shakespeare, the madcap romp through 17 comedies, 10 histories and 10 tragedies all in just over an hour and a half opened a whole new world of Shakespearean delight for the audience.
DePage, Evans and Lewis brought Shakespeare to the 21st century - kicking and screaming - through some updated language and most notably a few updated and creative moves.
Characters changed as quickly as their costumes, sometimes within seconds, leaving the audience in stitches and engaged for the full performance.
To view more pictures CLICK HERE
by,
Charity Maness
Murphys Creek Theater has never ceased to amaze theater goers with their brilliance in acting under Graham Scotts directorial prowess, yet the rendition of the Compleat Works of William Shakespeare (abridged/revised) exceeded all expectations and rocked the crowd at the Stevenot Amphitheater.
Anthony DePage, Mike Evans and Sean Lewis's high energy and spot on delivery of the tongue twisting, mind bending Elizabethan vocabulary was nothing short of exceptional. Add in their own witty repartee and acting chemistry and the combination became a volatile mix of hilarity and zingy one liners.
For those not schooled in the ways of Shakespeare, the madcap romp through 17 comedies, 10 histories and 10 tragedies all in just over an hour and a half opened a whole new world of Shakespearean delight for the audience.
DePage, Evans and Lewis brought Shakespeare to the 21st century - kicking and screaming - through some updated language and most notably a few updated and creative moves.
Characters changed as quickly as their costumes, sometimes within seconds, leaving the audience in stitches and engaged for the full performance.
by,
Charity Maness
Board of Supervisors 8-13-13 preliminary agenda
August 13, 2013
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
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CALAVERAS COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY
CALAVERAS COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT
THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, California
In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special
assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk to the
Board of Supervisors at 209/754-6370 at least 48 hours prior to the start of
the meeting. Notification in advance
will allow reasonable arrangements to be made to ensure accessibility to this
meeting. Government Code §54954.2(a).
The
agenda packet and supporting documentation are available for public review in
the Clerk-Recorder’s Office, during regular business hours.
8:00 AM: Call
to Order
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
1. CLOSED
SESSION: Public Employee Appointment or Employment (Chief Probation
Officer), Pursuant to Government Code 54957; Human Resources.
2. CLOSED
SESSION; pursuant to Government. Code section 54957 . 6 , personnel matter :
conference with labor negotiator ( Director of Human Resources & Risk
Management) re: Service Employee's International Union-United Healthcare
Workers West, IHSS Providers, negotiations; Human Resources.
9:00 AM: Pledge
of Allegiance
Announcements
Power Fire Tuolumne 1,060 acres 85% contained
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 468 |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,060 acres |
| Percent Contained | 85% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday August 13th, 2013 approx. 06:00 PM |
| Fuels Involved | Brush and Timber |
| Fire Behavior | Moderate growth |
Week in weather
- 8-12-13
- Today Sunny, with a high near 89. Light northwest wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
- Tonight Clear, with a low around 57. West northwest wind 6 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight.
- Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 91. North wind 5 to 9 mph becoming west in the morning.
- Tuesday Night Clear, with a low around 57. North wind 6 to 8 mph.
- Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 92. North wind 5 to 7 mph becoming west in the morning.
- Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 58.
- Thursday Sunny, with a high near 91.
- Thursday Night Clear, with a low around 58.
- Friday Sunny, with a high near 89.
- Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 57.
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Honor the Fallen 7-28-13 thru 8-6-13
Army Sgt. Stephen M. New
Died July 28, 2013 Serving During Operation Enduring Freedom
29, of Bartlett, Tenn.; assigned to 2nd Battalion, 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Mississippi National Guard, Jackson, Miss.; died July 28, in Bagram, Afghanistan, of wounds caused by small-arms fire in Sarobi district, Afghanistan.
Army Spc. Nicholas B. Burley
Died July 30, 2013 Serving During Operation Enduring Freedom
22, of Red Bluff, Calif.; assigned to 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.; died July 30, in Puli Alam, Afghanistan, of injuries caused by indirect fire.
Army Spc. Nickolas S. Welch
Died August 6, 2013 Serving During Operation Enduring Freedom
26, of Mill City, Ore.; assigned to 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.; died Aug. 6 at Walter Reed National Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., of injuries caused July 23 by an improvised explosive device in Soltan Kheyl, Afghanistan. Also killed were Army 1st Lt. Jonam Russell, Army Sgt. Stefan M. Smith and Army Spc. Rob L. Nichols.
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Perseid Meteor Shower in the night sky August 11-13
In the Northern Hemisphere, the annual August Perseid meteor shower
probably ranks as the all-time favorite meteor shower of the year. This
major shower takes place during the lazy, hazy days of summer, when many
families are on vacation. And what could be more luxurious than taking a
siesta in the heat of the day and watching this summertime classic in
the relative coolness of night? This shower is visible in the Southern
Hemisphere, too, though to a lesser extent. No matter where you live
worldwide, the 2013 Perseid meteor shower will probably be at its best
on the nights of August 11-12 and/or August 12-13. Try the nights
before and after that, too. Before dawn viewing is best. From
northerly latitudes, you often see 50 or more meteors per hour, and from
southerly latitudes in the Southern Hemisphere, perhaps you’ll see
about one-third that many meteors.
Power Fire Tuolumne 1050 acres 75% contained
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Monday August 05th, 2013 approx. 06:00 AM |
| Location | Near Beardsley Reservoir east of Hells Half Acre Rd. |
| Incident Commander | Don Garwood |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 570 |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,050 acres |
| Percent Contained | 75% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday August 13th, 2013 approx. 06:00 PM |
| Fuels Involved | Brush and Timber |
| Fire Behavior | Moderate growth |
Gov declares State of Emergency in Riverside County
SACRAMENTO – Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued an emergency
proclamation for Riverside County following a recent wildfire,
identified as the Silver Fire, that has damaged residences, threatened
homes and caused evacuations.
The full text of the emergency proclamation is below:
The full text of the emergency proclamation is below:
A PROCLAMATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY
Friday, August 9, 2013
Governor Brown to Seek Court Order to Prevent BART Strike on Sunday if Parties Fail to Resolve Contract Dispute - press release
OAKLAND – Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he would
seek a court ordered cooling-off period on Sunday if the parties fail to
resolve their ongoing contract dispute.
“I urge all parties to think of the public and resolve this matter without delay, but if there’s no resolution by Sunday, I will seek a 60 day cooling-off period,” said Governor Brown.
Earlier today, the board of investigation, appointed by the Governor last Sunday to examine the dispute, issued its findings.
The report concluded that “a strike will cause significant harm to the public’s health, safety and welfare.”
If the parties fail to resolve their dispute over the weekend, the San Francisco Superior Court will consider the Governor’s request on Sunday morning. If the court finds that a strike will significantly disrupt public transportation services and endanger the public’s health, safety or welfare, an order will be issued enjoining the strike for a period of 60 days.
Sunday’s hearing will be held at 9:00 a.m. at San Francisco Superior Court with Judge Curtis E.A. Karnow presiding. For more information on media coverage of the hearing, please contact Ann E. Donlan, communications director at the San Francisco Superior Court, at adonlan@sftc.org.
“I urge all parties to think of the public and resolve this matter without delay, but if there’s no resolution by Sunday, I will seek a 60 day cooling-off period,” said Governor Brown.
Earlier today, the board of investigation, appointed by the Governor last Sunday to examine the dispute, issued its findings.
The report concluded that “a strike will cause significant harm to the public’s health, safety and welfare.”
If the parties fail to resolve their dispute over the weekend, the San Francisco Superior Court will consider the Governor’s request on Sunday morning. If the court finds that a strike will significantly disrupt public transportation services and endanger the public’s health, safety or welfare, an order will be issued enjoining the strike for a period of 60 days.
Sunday’s hearing will be held at 9:00 a.m. at San Francisco Superior Court with Judge Curtis E.A. Karnow presiding. For more information on media coverage of the hearing, please contact Ann E. Donlan, communications director at the San Francisco Superior Court, at adonlan@sftc.org.
"Taxpayer Alert" now airing on Calaveras County Public Access TV
Calaveras County Public Access TV has added a new program for the enjoyment of cable viewers.
The
first two shows feature an interview with Jon Coupal of the Howard
Jarvis Taxpayers Association, discussing the Fire Tax and saving Prop
13, and an interview with George Runner, Board of Equalization, also discussing the Fire Tax, as well as ways to help the small business.
Future programs are planned to include local officials discussing current government issues.
Future programs are planned to include local officials discussing current government issues.
For
those who do not have Calaveras cable TV, or out of the area,
previously aired programs are uploaded to YouTube and can be accessed
from the PATV website.
Taxpayer Alert viewing schedule for August 9-15
Friday, August 9 - 7.00 pm
Saturday, August 10 - 2.00 pm
Monday, August 12 - 9.00 pm
Wednesday, August 14 - 3.00 pm
Thursday, August 15 - 12.30 pm
Calaveras Arts’ Music in the Parks comes to a close with Rupert Duncan Country Band
Fans
say the Rupert Duncan County Band is Traditional, Big Country Music
from the heart with a cookin’ fiddle. Come listen and agree.
The
Rupert Duncan Country Band will perform for the Season Finale of the
Calaveras County Arts Council’s Music in the Parks Series at Arnold
Cedar Center on Wednesday, August 14,
from 6:30 – 8:00 pm.
Rupert Duncan is a country music singer-songwriter from Northern
California. He grew up listening to all kinds of music from country to
bluegrass and classic rock. Hank Williams Sr., George Jones, Merle
Haggard and Keith Whitley are among his influences. Rupert’s goal is to
have a fresh country sound that is original, unique and radio friendly.
Copper Fire to unveil new Engine soon
Recently Copperopolis Fire Protection District was able to procure a used engine in excellent condition for the department. Chief Kovacs hopes to have the engine "California ready" within 60 to 90 days.
The new 'used' engine, purchased out of Georgia, has a 14' ladder with a 24' extension. It has 1500 gallon per minute flow with a 5" hose, holds six firefighters and has the capability of holding all equipment needed at a scene, no matter the scene - fire, medical aid, mutual aid, etc.
The engine is a 1999 Pierce Quantum with 48k miles. The engine can "service us for a good 10 years" said Kovacs. This engine would replace the current Engine 236, a 1974 build-up engine.
The new 'used' engine, purchased out of Georgia, has a 14' ladder with a 24' extension. It has 1500 gallon per minute flow with a 5" hose, holds six firefighters and has the capability of holding all equipment needed at a scene, no matter the scene - fire, medical aid, mutual aid, etc.
The engine is a 1999 Pierce Quantum with 48k miles. The engine can "service us for a good 10 years" said Kovacs. This engine would replace the current Engine 236, a 1974 build-up engine.
What do you want to see addressed in the Calaveras County General Plan?
Calaveras County Planning staff is currently drafting the goals, policies and implementation programs for the General Plan.
They are requesting your input, ideas and guidance. Please respond by August 18, 2013Please see here for the Planning Departments letter and form for responding: ADVISORY CALAVERAS COUNTY GENERAL PLAN
You may also contact Amy Augustine for more information or questions:
Augustine Planning Associates, Inc.
270 S. Barretta Street, Suite C/P.O. Box 3117,
Sonora, CA 95370
(209) 532-7376, (209) 532-2652 fax
landplan@mlode.com
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