Arnold Water Main Replacement Contract Awarded

Arnold Water Main Replacement Contract Awarded

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors awarded the construction contract for the Reach 3A water transmission pipeline replacement project in Arnold at its meeting Wednesday, April 6. This pipeline was originally installed in 1965 and is being replaced due to its age, poor condition and high frequency of failures and repairs that […]

The Calaveras County Council Of Government Board Back In Action Tonight

The Calaveras County Council Of Government Board Back In Action Tonight

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Council of Government Board is back in action tonight in the Supervisors Chambers. The Agenda is Enclosed…. AGENDA CALAVERAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (CCOG) Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 5:30 PM Board of Supervisors Chambers – 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG) Page 1 Updated 4/1/2016 10:13 AM […]

Calaveras Health Officer Dr. Dean Kelaita Says They Are Following Measles Exposures

Calaveras Health Officer Dr. Dean Kelaita Says They Are Following Measles Exposures

San Andreas, CA….San Andreas, CA – Calaveras Public Health Officer, Dr. Dean Kelaita, announced that Public Health Services is investigating a child diagnosed with measles traveling through Calaveras County to ensure no local residents were infected. The unvaccinated child resides in Nevada County and developed measles after returning to California from traveling overseas. The child […]

Increased Hazard Tree Removal Begins On Stanislaus National Forest

Increased Hazard Tree Removal Begins On Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, CA…The U.S. Forest Service is conducting hazard tree abatement and fuels reduction work on the Mi-Wok Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest (STF) in response to increasing tree mortality and public safety concerns beginning this week. A Type II crew of Forest Service staff are responding to priority treatment areas located throughout the forest, specifically […]

Calaveras County To Prepare Environmental Impact Report On Medical Cannabis Ordinance

Calaveras County To Prepare Environmental Impact Report On Medical Cannabis Ordinance

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County will be preparing an Environmental Impact Report for the proposed new medical cannabis ordinance. The ordinance will permit and regulate cannabis cultivation in the county and provide for commercial activities associate with medical cannabis. A Notice of Preparation, used to scope the issues that the EIR should consider, has been issued […]

Board Of Supervisors Back In Session Briefly Tomorrow

Board Of Supervisors Back In Session Briefly Tomorrow

San Andreas, CA…A short to do list for the Calaveras Supervisors tomorrow.  The agenda is enclosed…   Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 4/5/2016 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Announcements 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM: PUBLIC […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Securing The World From Nuclear Terrorism

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Securing The World From Nuclear Terrorism

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, I’m speaking to you from our Nuclear Security Summit. I welcomed more than 50 leaders from around the world to make sure we’re working together to meet one of the greatest threats to global security—terrorists getting their hands on a weapon of mass destruction, like a nuclear weapon. Fortunately, because […]

First Two Post Butte Fire Recovery Homes To Be Unveiled On Monday

First Two Post Butte Fire Recovery Homes To Be Unveiled On Monday

San Andreas, CA…The first two homes to be built by Calaveras Recovers will be unveiled at the 9 a.m. Monday, April 4, meeting at The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints hall at 221 Church Hill Road, San Andreas. “We are excited to finally get started on these two homes,” said Allen Sender, president of […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through March 30th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through March 30th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are enclosed… Daily_Log_03-09-2016 Daily_Log_03-10-2016 Daily_Log_03-30-2016 Daily_Log_03-29-2016 Daily_Log_03-28-2016 Daily_Log_03-27-2016 Daily_Log_03-26-2016 Daily_Log_03-25-2016 Daily_Log_03-24-2016 Daily_Log_03-23-2016 Daily_Log_03-22-2016 Daily_Log_03-21-2016 Daily_Log_03-20-2016 Daily_Log_03-19-2016 Daily_Log_03-18-2016 Daily_Log_03-17-2016 Daily_Log_03-16-2016 Daily_Log_03-15-2016 Daily_Log_03-14-2016 Daily_Log_03-13-2016 Daily_Log_03-12-2016 Daily_Log_03-11-2016

Property Owners Affected by the Butte Fire May Receive an Exemption from the Annual Fire Prevention Fee

Property Owners Affected by the Butte Fire May Receive an Exemption from the Annual Fire Prevention Fee

San Andreas, CA…Property owners within the State Responsibility Area (SRA) have received a bill for “The Annual Fire Prevention Fee”. This fee applies to anyone who had a “habitable structure” on their property as of July 1. Property owners who lost their homes in the Butte Fire may qualify for an exemption from that fee. […]

99.5% of Registered Butte Fire Properties Cleared of Debris

99.5% of Registered Butte Fire Properties Cleared of Debris

Mountain Ranch, CA…Debris removal is now complete on 99.5% of participating properties. 3 crews continue to make great progress working a seven day work week. Soil Samples have been approved on 693 properties and erosion control completed on 560 properties. The Building Department continues to encourage residents to submit building plans for review and complete […]

The President and First Lady at the 2016 Easter Egg Roll

The President and First Lady at the 2016 Easter Egg Roll

Washington, DC…President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama deliver remarks from the White House Balcony at the 2016 Easter Egg Roll, the final Easter Egg Roll of the Obama administration, accompanied by Sunny, Bo and the Easter Bunny. South Lawn 10:41 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: How’s everybody doing today? (Applause.) Happy Easter! You guys […]

Governor Brown, Legislators and Labor Leaders Announce Landmark Agreement to Raise California’s Minimum Wage

Governor Brown, Legislators and Labor Leaders Announce Landmark Agreement to Raise California’s Minimum Wage

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today joined legislators and labor leaders to announce a landmark agreement that makes California the first state in the nation to commit to raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour statewide. The Governor was joined at today’s announcement by: Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León; California Labor […]

Calaveras Supervisors Back In Action Tomorrow Night

Calaveras Supervisors Back In Action Tomorrow Night

San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will get back in action doing the people’s business tomorrow evening. The complete agenda is enclosed…. CALAVERAS COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLIFF EDSON – CHAIR SHIRLEY RYAN DISTRICT 1 COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER CHRIS WRIGHT – VICE-CHAIR MEGAN STEDTFELD DISTRICT 2 COUNTY COUNSEL MICHAEL C. OLIVEIRA DIANE SEVERUD […]

US Condemns Lahore Bombings

US Condemns Lahore Bombings

Washington, DC…The United States condemns in the strongest terms today’s appalling terrorist attack in Lahore, Pakistan. This cowardly act, which targeted innocent civilians in the Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, has killed dozens and left scores injured. The United States stands with the people and Government of Pakistan at this difficult hour. We send our deepest condolences to […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Defeating ISIL

President Obama’s Weekly Address:  Defeating ISIL

Washington, DC…This week, our hearts are with the people of Belgium, as terrorist attacks claimed the lives of more than thirty people. Yesterday, we learned that at least two Americans were killed. We pray for their families and loved ones. At least fourteen Americans were injured. And we pray for their full recovery – along […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through March 31

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through March 31

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

CCWD Board Cancels Planned Rate Increase

CCWD Board Cancels Planned Rate Increase

San Andreas, CA…Thousands of Calaveras County Water District customers won’t pay more for water and wastewater services this fall with the Board of Directors’ decision Wednesday to cancel a rate increase planned for September. The increase would have raised monthly water rates by $5.11 and wastewater by $3.84. “I’m pleased we were able to move […]

The CCWD Board Meeting Today In San Andreas

The CCWD Board Meeting Today In San Andreas

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Directors will start their work at 9am this morning at the Board Chambers in San Andreas. Their agenda is below…. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Terry Strange, President Jeff Davidson, Vice President Scott Ratterman, Director Bertha Underhill, Director Dennis Mills, Director RESOLUTION NO. 2016–13 ORDINANCE NO. 2016–01 AGENDA MISSION STATEMENT […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through March 24th

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through March 24th

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Report of Explosions at Zaventem Airport and Maelbeek Metro

Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Report of Explosions at Zaventem Airport and Maelbeek Metro

Brussels…Preliminary reports indicate one or more explosive devices have gone off at Zaventem Airport and Maelbeek metro. The U.S. Embassy recommends sheltering in place and avoiding all public transportation. We will update with further information when available. The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens that Belgium is at a threat rating of Level 4, or “serious […]

Commissioner Wooster Misquoted ~ Letter To The Editor By Vicky Reinke

Angels Camp, CA…Commissioner Wooster’s comment is being taken out of context and misrepresented to the public. Mr. Wooster did not say “the term invasive species should include people from Mexico”. It is shameful that the media and the opposition are twisting his words to reflect a different meaning. I was at the March 3, Planning […]

Marine From California Identified As Victim Of ISIS Rocket Fire

Marine From California Identified As Victim Of ISIS Rocket Fire

Washington, DC…The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. Staff Sgt. Louis F. Cardin, of Temecula, California, died Mar. 19 in northern Iraq, from wounds suffered when the enemy attacked his unit with rocket fire. The incident is under investigation. Cardin was assigned to the 2nd […]

Weekly Address: President Obama’s Supreme Court Nomination

Weekly Address: President Obama’s Supreme Court Nomination

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. One of the most consequential responsibilities our Constitution grants a President is appointing a Supreme Court Justice. The men and women who sit on the Supreme Court safeguard our rights. They ensure that ours is a system of laws, not of men. And they’re given the essential task of applying the principles […]

November Stabbings At UC Merced Confirmed As ISIS Inspired

November Stabbings At UC Merced Confirmed As ISIS Inspired

Merced, CA…On the morning of November 4, 2015, members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fresno Area Joint Terrorism Task Force, responded to a multiple stabbing incident at the University of California, Merced campus. The subject, Faisal Mohammad, 18, had entered a classroom where he stabbed a fellow student. He proceeded to attack three […]