LAFCo Symposium sponsored by UC Davis Extension and CALAFCO

This one-day symposium explores the origins of LAFCos and how their roles have changed since 1963. From simple annexations to municipal service reviews and spheres of influence, LAFCos arrived in the 21st century with a statutory reach that stuns many observers. Learn how open space, productive farmland, affordable housing, disadvantaged unincorporated communities and sustainability fit within LAFCos’ 50-year history and how LAFCos will shape our... Read More

President Obama is coming to San Francisco

You can join us at a rally to send an undeniable message to the president: Reject Keystone XL now and help prevent a climate change disaster. What Stop the Madness Climate Rally Where Civic Center Plaza, Map: When Late Monday morning, Nov. 25 If anyone is interested in carpooling from Amador or Calaveras counties, contact Randy by 10:00 am Friday the 22nd at 209 295-4900. We’ll help connect drivers with riders.  Read More

Help Us Share the Mokelumne River

We’ve gone live on the web to keep our beloved Mokelumne River Wild and Scenic forever! Foothill Conservancy’s launched a 60-day online fundraising campaign to raise $10,000 to purchase a fully outfitted raft. We will use this raft to share the Mokelumne’s scenic beauty and wild nature with opinion leaders and public officials whose support we must have to achieve Wild and Scenic designation for the river. There is nothing like taking... Read More

SBDC class for small business owners

The Small Business Development Corporation will be providing instruction on how to use the internet to reach more prospective customers. November 21 st. 6:00 – 8:00 PM – Mark Twain Medical Center Register online at http://internet21Nov.eventbrite.com/ Or call 209-954-5089 Only 15 seats available – register today!   See Flyer Here: UsingtheInternet21Nov  Read More

Calaveras High School Earth Club to speak at County Supervisors Meeting

Please attend the October 29th Board of Supervisors meeting (Tuesday night meeting 6:00 pm) to hear members of the Calaveras High School Earth Club speak during public comment and show our support for these young people. The Earth Club have been working on the young persons view of the General Plan identifying what is important to them now and for the future. CAP’s Tom Infusino, and Kerry Williams have been providing technical assistance and... Read More

Newman Ridge Strip Mine Law Suit

Environmental hearing by local ranchers against Newman Ridge strip mine quarry/asphalt plant developers and County was rescheduled by Amador Superior Court – our new date is Tuesday, December 10th, beginning at 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. The Court cited wanting more time to allow his staff enough time to evaluate the case, and also commented there will be no more delays. Please Mark your calendars, Spread the Word and Save the Date for this important... Read More

Calaveras County Planning Commission

NOTICE OF meeting cancellation of the  Thursday, October 10th & OCTOBER 24th, 2013  Regular meetings The Thursday, October 10th and October 24th, 2013 regular meetings of the Calaveras County Planning Commission have been cancelled. The next Planning Commission meeting will be convened on Thursday, November 14th, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. at the Board of Supervisors Chambers. Any questions or concerns regarding this notice can be directed to the... Read More

Newman Ridger Quarry Lawsuit

The Ione Valley Land, Air & Water Defense Alliance lawsuit against the proposed Newman Ridge Quarry and Edwin Center North Asphalt Plant has been rescheduled and will be heard on Tuesday, October 22nd in the Amador Superior Court, located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, 9 AM to 4:30 PM. The hearing will be open to the public. The issues of clean air, water and land will be discussed in depth. For more information go here  Read More

Water Rights Discussion

East Bay Municipal Utility District will have an town hall meeting on water rights that will be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 21 in San Andreas. Contact:Gerald Schwartz, senior community affairs representative for East Bay MUD. When we learn more details of this meeting we will post the information and location.  Read More

Annual Mokelumne River Cleanup

On Saturday, October 19, 8:30 AM to Noon please join the Foothill  Conservancy for the Annual River Cleanup! Whether you have volunteered for the Mokelumne River cleanup before, or  are coming for the first time, your efforts will help improve the water  quality of our beloved Moke. Get first-hand experience in identifying  harmful impacts to the Moke, and learn about the importance of the  Moke’s watershed for recreation and fish and wildlife... Read More