Governor Newsom on Death of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Detective 1.21.20

Governor Newsom on Death of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Detective 1.21.20

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Detective Amber Joy Leist: “Jennifer and I were saddened to learn of the tragic death of Detective Amber Leist. Her compassion for others and commitment to help those in need never wavered. Our thoughts and condolences are […]

2020 Census Starts in Toksook Bay, Alaska

2020 Census Starts in Toksook Bay, Alaska

Toksook Bay, Alaska….Yesterday, the U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham kicked off the 2020 Census in the remote Alaska Native village of Toksook Bay — counting the first person and household in the nation’s once a decade count. “The 2020 Census is critically important. No matter where you live, you need to be counted,” said […]

President Trump at World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland

President Trump at World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland

Davos, Switzerland…Well, thank you very much, Klaus. And a very special congratulations on your 50th year hosting the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum. A truly amazing achievement. It’s an honor to address the distinguished members of this organization for the second time as President. When I spoke at this forum two years ago, […]

Voting for President on March 3, 2020

Voting for President on March 3, 2020

San Andreas, CA…How to Vote for President: In a Presidential Primary, if you are registered to vote with a political party, you will receive a ballot that contains Presidential candidates for that party only.  If you are registered as “No Party Preference/Other/Unknown” you will be mailed a ballot with no presidential contest, unless a “crossover” ballot is […]

Calaveras County Elections – Voter’s Choice Act

Calaveras County Elections – Voter’s Choice Act

San Andreas, CA…This March every registered voter will be mailed a vote by mail ballot by February 3rd. You can return your ballot one of three ways: by mail, any of the drop box locations, or you could visit one of the four Vote Centers. Voters can go to any Vote Center in the County […]

President Trump at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention

President Trump at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention

Austin, Texas…Well, I want to thank you very much. And thank you to our great Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue. Thank you, Sonny, very much. You’ve done a fantastic job. (Applause.) Sit down, everybody. Let’s stay for a while. Come on. We did it. We did it. Remember? (Applause.) They were all saying, “You’ll never […]

General Plan Implementation, Board & Committee Assignments & Mentoring Month Top Board Agenda Today!

General Plan Implementation, Board & Committee Assignments & Mentoring Month Top Board Agenda Today!

San Andreas, CA…General Plan Implementation, Board & Committee Assignments & Mentoring Month Top Board Agenda Today. The full agenda for the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors is below… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 1/21/2020 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call […]

Impeachment Trial Memorandum on President Donald J. Trump

Impeachment Trial Memorandum on President Donald J. Trump

Washington, DC…The Articles of Impeachment now before the Senate are an affront to the Constitution and to our democratic institutions. The Articles themselves—and the rigged process that brought them here—are a brazenly political act by House Democrats that must be rejected. They debase the grave power of impeachment and disdain the solemn responsibility that power […]

Governor Newsom Names New Members to Regional Judicial Selection Advisory Committees

Governor Newsom Names New Members to Regional Judicial Selection Advisory Committees

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced new members to serve on the state’s regional Judicial Selection Advisory Committees (JSACs), which provide preliminary, non-partisan feedback on candidates and help promote a diverse and inclusive nomination process for California’s judiciary. The Governor named Administrative Presiding Justice of the Sixth District Court of Appeal Mary J. Greenwood to serve on […]

Governor Newsom Proclaimed a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in CA

Governor Newsom Proclaimed a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in CA

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation declaring January 15, 2020, as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the State of California. The text of the proclamation is below: PROCLAMATION Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. taught us that we are ultimately measured not by where we stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but […]

Statements from the Queen & Palace on Harry & Meghan No Longer Being Members of Royal Family

Statements from the Queen & Palace on Harry & Meghan No Longer Being Members of Royal Family

London, UK…Following many months of conversations and more recent discussions, I am pleased that together we have found a constructive and supportive way forward for my grandson and his family. Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much loved members of my family. I recognise the challenges they have experienced as a result of intense […]

Governor Newsom Concludes Statewide Homelessness Tour by Previewing State’s Accelerated Emergency Actions

Governor Newsom Concludes Statewide Homelessness Tour by Previewing State’s Accelerated Emergency Actions

Oakland, CA…After traveling the state this week meeting with individuals experiencing homelessness, service providers and local officials on the front lines of the crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom concluded his homelessness tour today in Oakland, where he previewed the state’s accelerated emergency actions to fight homelessness. Standing alongside local and state leaders and top administration officials, […]

Calaveras County Tree Mortality Mitigation Program Update

Calaveras County  Tree Mortality Mitigation Program Update

San Andreas, CA…Winter is upon us and Calaveras County’s projects to eliminate dead trees that are hazardous to County infrastructure will be affected by wet weather and snow cover. Project 25, located between Arnold and Murphys is set to begin on January 13 and affected property owners have been notified. There may be delays at […]

Pelosi Names Impeachment Managers

Pelosi Names Impeachment Managers

Washington, DC… Speaker Nancy Pelosi today named Impeachment Managers. “Today, I have the privilege of naming the Managers of the impeachment trial of the President,” said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. “It is their responsibility to present the very strong case for the President’s impeachment and removal. The Impeachment Managers represent the patriotism, pluralism and vibrancy of […]

Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting

Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting. Those items will top a full agenda of items to work through. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 1/14/2020 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda […]

AG Barr Confirms Terrorism Findings in Investigation of Shooting at Pensacola Naval Air Station

AG Barr Confirms Terrorism Findings in Investigation of Shooting at Pensacola Naval Air Station

Washington, DC…Good afternoon, and thank you for coming. We are here to discuss the results of the investigation into the shooting that occurred on Dec. 6, 2019 at Pensacola Naval Air Station. Joining me today are David Bowdich, Deputy Director of the FBI; John Demers, Assistant Attorney General for National Security; Michael Sherwin, Associate Deputy […]

Governor Newsom Proposes 2020-21 State Budget

Governor Newsom Proposes 2020-21 State Budget

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom submitted his 2020-21 State Budget proposal to the Legislature today which makes responsible investments in the state’s economic future while tackling head-on persistent challenges facing the state. “California’s economic growth has fueled the nation’s economy. As 2020 begins, California’s economy is the strongest in the nation and the fifth largest in […]

Economy Adds 145,000 Jobs in December, Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 3.5%

Economy Adds 145,000 Jobs in December, Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 3.5%

Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 145,000 in December, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.5 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Notable job gains occurred in retail trade and health care, while mining lost jobs. In December, the unemployment rate held at 3.5 percent, and the number of unemployed […]

Governor Newsom Previews $1 Billion to Fight Homelessness

Governor Newsom Previews $1 Billion to Fight Homelessness

Sacramento, CA…Governor announces the creation of new California Access to Housing and Services Fund in executive order, previews his 2020-21 Governor’s Budget with more than $1 billion to fight homelessness, including $750 million for this new Fund, and a major new investment to reform Medi-Cal so that health providers transform health care to deliver integrated […]

President Trump on Iran Situation

President Trump on Iran Situation

Washington, DC…From the White House earlier this morning…”As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. Good morning. I’m pleased to inform you: The American people should be extremely grateful and happy no Americans were harmed in last night’s attack by the Iranian regime. […]

CCWD & State Board Not Enforcing the Proposed 55 Gallon Per Day Usage Limits

CCWD & State Board Not Enforcing the Proposed 55 Gallon Per Day Usage Limits

San Andreas, CA…The 55-gallon-per-day standard is one part of a larger, state-mandated water use target that is being implemented over the next few years and fully enforced by 2025. Neither the State Board or CCWD are currently enforcing the 55-GPCD standard at an individual customer level. At this time, customers should not be concerned about […]

Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting

Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Board of Supervisors to Pick Chair & Vice Chair at January 14th Meeting. Those items will top a full agenda of items to work through. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 1/14/2020 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda […]

CCWD Community Meeting at 9am on January 16th

CCWD Community Meeting at 9am on January 16th

Arnold, CA…Please join the Calaveras County Water District at 9 a.m. Thursday January 16 for a town hall meeting at the Ebbetts Pass Fire District station at 1037 Blagen Road, Arnold. Complimentary coffee and donuts will be served. District staff will give a general update on high-priority goals, new legislation, and ongoing infrastructure improvements along […]