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FROM THE FOOTHILL CONSERVANCY: We need your help to ensure that safety, energy savings, and starry skies are part of Amador County’s future. On Tuesday, January 28 at 10:30 am, the Amador County Board of Supervisors will review a draft outdoor lighting ordinance. The ordinance was developed with the assistance of the International Dark-Sky Association, Amador Astronomical Society, our organization, and members of the public. After three public... Read More
CPC Meeting February 3, 2020 at 3pmThe next Calaveras Planning Coalition meeting will be held on Monday February 3, 2020 at the Volunteer Center in San Andreas, behind San Andreas Elementary school on Lewis Ave. The meeting will run from 3pm until 5pm. All are welcome! Read More
Calaveras Firefighters Association Spaghetti Dinner January 21, 2020On Tuesday, January 21, Central Calaveras Firefighters Association is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner Drive Through from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Glencoe Firestation 4, 15815 Highway 26, Glencoe. Drive through any time to pick up the dinner of spaghetti (meatless available), green salad, French bread and fresh baked cookie for $7 for an individual dinner and $25 for a family of 4 dinner. This fundraiser is raising money for the Glencoe Firestation Maintenance... Read More
GivingTuesday Photo Contest through December 3!To celebrate GivingTuesday, we at CAP and the CPC are giving back to our fellow organizations and individuals who are doing the important work of improving their communities by sharing and highlighting their stories with our audience. Are you active in your community in any way? Are you part of a group or organization that advocates for human, natural, or economic health? We want to see you and your work! From now until December 3, CAP will be hosting... Read More
CAP joins GivingTuesday!We believe that the natural and built environments of Calaveras County are special and should be protected. In the absence of meaningful planning efforts from our local government, we believe in the importance of community planning, resource protection, adequate safety and services, and robust democratic participation in local land use planning by empowered individuals, community groups, and local organizations. It is our work to bring these pieces... Read More
Annual Fall Fundraiser Dinner a Success! (pictures)Many thanks to all who attended, donated, or otherwise supported CAP and the CPC’s annual fundraiser dinner held on October 19. We had a lovely dinner, dancing, live music from Phil & Rags, and happy raffle and silent auction winners. View photos below #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-1 img { border:... Read More
Foothill Conservancy Mokelumne River Cleanup September 21For more information, contact: Carolyn Schooley, 209-223-3508, carolyn@foothillconservancy.org Foothill Conservancy’s Mokelumne River Cleanup and BBQ scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2019. Foothill Conservancy invites everyone to join in the 2019 Mokelumne River Cleanup on Saturday, September 21, from 8:30 am until noon, then stay to enjoy a hot dog lunch (vegetarian options available). The event will focus on the Mokelumne Electra Run south... Read More
THIS SATURDAY! Annual Fall Fundraiser Dinner October 19, 2019Mark your calendars now and plan on joining us in community, celebration, dinner, and music. Details below: Date : Saturday October 19, 2019 Time: 5:00pm – 8:30pm Location: The Metropolitan , 59 Main Street, San Andreas Tri-tip and Chicken dinner to benefit the non-profit Community Action Project and their primary program, the Calaveras Planning Coalition, which is a group of community organizations and individuals united behind eleven... Read More
Butte Fire Road Recovery Workshop Thursday August 15, 2019 in Mountain RanchThere will be a community workshop on Thursday, August 15th at the Mountain Ranch Community Club, located at 8049 Washington Street in Mountain Ranch. It runs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and during that time, staff will outline the project and on hand for question will be Director Joshua Pack and District 2 Supervisor Jack Garamendi. Read the full article here . Read More
Final hearing on General Plan Update July 30, 2019 at 9:00amThe final public hearing on the General Plan Update will begin on July 30 in the Board of Supervisors Chambers in San Andreas. After this public hearing, the Board is expected to approve the General Plan Update. Please click on the flyer below and come make your voice heard! The Final Hearing Press Release (for a detailed account of what took place at the Planning Commission hearing) Talking Points for BOS 7-30-19 click here for talking points... Read More