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Local man goes on shooting rampage By MATTHEW HEDGER
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A Carbondale man remains behind bars in the Amador County Jail after a shooting rampage that left a neighbor’s dog dead and led to a SWAT standoff lasting into the late evening hours last Thursday. A press release issued at 1:23 a.m. Friday by the Amador County Sheriff ’s Office said dispatchers received a 911 call just after 5 p.m. from a homeowner in the 1800 block of Carbondale Road who reported that his neighbor, identified as 66-year-old Jack Edward Souza, had just shot his family’s dog. The caller, whose name was not released, reported that Souza then turned the rifle on him and his family, firing numerous shots at them as they attempted to hide inside their home. ACSO deputies responding to the scene were met with additional gunfire as Souza opened fire on them. The ACSO SWAT Team and Crisis Negotiation Team were then
Jack Edward Souza allegedly admitted to shooting his neighbors’ dog and firing shots at neighbors and law enforcement team members. AMADOR LEDGER DISATCH PHOTO BY BILL LAVALLIE
called in for additional support, and California Highway Patrol units provided traffic control, while a CHP helicopter flew overhead. Souza continued to fire on deputies as a safety perimeter was established, including air space over the scene as the drama continued to unfold. Negotiators were able to contact Souza as the SWAT Team deployed an armored vehicle to
evacuate the family and some adjacent neighbors. At approximately 9 p.m., after lengthy negotiations, Souza surrendered to officers in the SWAT Team and was taken into custody without further incident. Upon being interviewed, Souza allegedly admitted to trying to kill the neighbors and shooting at the first responding deputies. He was booked into the Amador
County Jail and charged with attempted murder, assault with a firearm on a peace officer, shooting into an inhabited dwelling and animal cruelty and is being held without bail. Several firearms were located in Souza’s residence, some of which the ACSO said were “staged” in various locations. Expended cartridges were also observed strewn about the floor and the presence of a barricaded shooting port was noted. The victim’s dog, a German Shepherd, was found chained up near the residence suffering from a gunshot wound to its hindquarters. It was provided first aid by the SWAT Team members who located it and was then rushed to VCA Animal Hospital in Sacramento, where efforts to save it were unsuccessful. ACSO detectives remained at the scene for most of the day Friday, collecting evidence and conducting additional interviews of the involved parties.
Hunt for vicious dog continues in Ione By BILL LAVALLIE & MATTHEW HEDGER [email protected]
The hunt for a dog that bit a young Ione resident continues today, one week after an attack that left him severely injured. Authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating the still unidentified owner of a pit bull/mixed breed that bit Michael Sergent in the front
yard of his home in the 300 block of South Amador Street, in Ione. Sergent sustained serious injuries to his hand and groin and now faces the decision of whether or not to undergo a painful treatment for rabies if the dog cannot be found. The dog has been described as having a red and brown body color, with a lot of white on its face, and witnesses said
the dog is large in size for a pit bull mix. It’s left eye was described as red, as if it had been injured or was infected, and it was wearing a burgundy-colored collar. It was in Sergent’s yard when it attacked him at around 6:30 p.m., last Thursday, as he approached the dog and put out his hand. The dog bit his hand, and as Sergent backed away, it lunged
forward and bit him in the groin area. Both wounds were described as serious. A reward for information leading to the dog and its owner is being offered. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Ione Police Department, at 274-2112, or call the Amador County Sheriff ’s Dispatch, at 223-6500.
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WEATHER: HIGH 59° LOW: 42°
CRASHES, 2
Rainy week sees many traffic accidents
SEXUAL VIOLENCE AWARENESS, 5 Operation Care — ‘It’s Time to Talk About It!’
BV CASINO, 11
Second article in series about proposed casino
STARTHISTLE, 12 Scourge of farms and fields discussed
Index:
Obituaries.....................8 Opinion........................10 Lifestyles.....................15 Religion.......................19 Entertainment.............24 Classifieds...................31 Sports.........................45
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By MATTHEW HEDGER [email protected]
On Saturday, the CHP said Tymothy Aaron Spitzer, a 25-year-old resident of Rocklin, suffered minor injuries after overturning his 1987 Nissan on Highway 49 south of Highway 16 at around 4:20 a.m. The Nissan was traveling at approximately 40 mph when it left the roadway and up a dirt embankment before overturning. Responding officer T. Folweiler listed “sleepiness” as a factor in the accident, which is still under investigation. Spitzer complained of minor lower back pain and stiffness. Later the same day, at around 7:30 p.m., Folweiler responded to another accident on Highway 88 east of Omo Ranch Road where he found a 2009 Toyota wrecked and a severely injured passenger. In that incident, Rakesh S. Chaudhary, 45, of Los Gatos, was westbound on Highway 88 at a stated speed of 2530 miles per hour on a snow covered roadway where chain controls were in effect. Folweiler reported due to the speed of the car, Chaudhary was unable to negotiate a left curve in the roadway, traveled off the edge and struck a tree before continuing down an embankment and striking a large rock. Chaudary’s passenger, Joceliza G. Chaudary, 46, also of Los Gatos, suffered major injuries in the collision and was taken to Sutter Amador Hospital for treatment. A four-year-old boy also riding in the car was unhurt. It is unclear if Chaudary’s Toyota was equipped with tire chains. Yet another accident March 29 sent a Pine Grove woman to the hospital with minor injuries after a single car accident on Ridge Road east of Hamricks Grade. In that incident, CHP Officer M. Scobee reported Theresa Broadway, 43, was driving a 1997 Ford Taurus westbound “while under the influence of a controlled beverage” when, “due to (her) excessive level of intoxication,” she was “traveling at an unsafe speed for the wet roadway.” Broadway failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway, causing her to leave the road and collide with a power pole and a fence. Broadway was treated for minor injuries at Sutter Amador Hospital and was arrested for driving under the
April has been designated as ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month.’ PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH
influence of an alcoholic beverage. On Sunday, icy conditions on the roadway may have contributed to yet another single car accident on Highway 88 east of Bear River Road. In that incident, CHP Officer Ladd said Eric A. Raymond, 49, of Palo Alto, was eastbound at around 7:15 a.m. when he lost control of his 1998 Audi and slid off of the roadway where he struck a steel guardrail. The collision caused the Audi to become partially disabled by Raymond was able to move it into a nearby turnout while awaiting assistance. No injuries were reported in this incident. On Monday, a Murphys driver who ran a red light caused a collision that sent a Jackson woman to the hospital with minor injuries. CHP Officer Brents said Gertrude Foss, 59 was driving a 2011 Subaru Legacy southbound on Highway 49 at Martell road at around 40 miles per hour when she went through a red light stop signal and broadsided a 2007 Jeep Cherokee driven by Stacy Billesbach, 34, of Jackson. The force of the collision tossed the Cherokee onto its side and both vehicles came to rest in the intersection. Billesbach complained of pain in her neck and back, but all four of her passengers — including three children — were uninjured. Foss was unhurt in the accident. This month, the CHP, along with the California Office of Traffic Safety and more than 200 law enforcement agencies across the state have an-
nounced that April has been designated as “Distracted Driving Awareness Month,” and are mounting a statewide crackdown on handheld cellular phone use by drivers behind the wheel. “Catastrophic crashes can happen in a split second,” said Brian Kelly, Secretary of true California State Transportation Agency. “No test or phone call is worth that risk.” Four dates, April 3, 8, 17, and 22 have been earmarked for special statewide enforcement for all the participating agencies, who will be looking for mobile device offenders in their areas on additional days throughout the month. The increased enforcement aims to persuade drivers to recognize the dangers of distracted driving and reduce the number of people impacted by this perilous behavior. In recent years, hundreds have been killed and thousands seriously injured in California as a result of collisions that involved at least one driver who was distracted. Nationally, an estimated 3,328 people died and 421,000 people were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver in 2012. In 2013, the California Department of Motor Vehicles reported over 426,000 handheld cell phone and texting convictions, with more than 57,000 tickets issued in April alone. The ticket cost for a first time texting or hand-held cell violation is about $162, with subsequent tickets costing about $282.
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NewsBriefs Library book sale cancelled A book sale planned by the Friends of the Amador County Library has been cancelled due to unspecified “insurmountable problems” encountered by the group. The sale had been scheduled for April 4 through 6, and has been an annual springtime event. The FACL still plans to hold a sale in the fall, For more information, call Terri, at 223-3390.
ACUSD enrollment figures now available online
The number of enrolled students in the Amador County Unified School District is now available online, according to ACUSD Superintendent Dick Glock. Unveiled last Wednesday, the figures show historical, current and projected enrollment figures. Current county-wide kindergarten through grade twelve enrollment figures show 4,167 students are in school, a 15-percent decrease from a decade ago. The enrollment issues and a proposed realignment of school campuses is again expected to be a main topic at
the ACSUD board meeting April 9. ACUSD’s website is amadorcoe.org
Amador’s Fire Fee bills are in the mail
The 2013-14 cycle of State Responsibility Area Fee bills for Amador County residents were mailed beginning March 6, and should have been received by now. The bills are being mailed alphabetically by county for the 2013-14 billing period. The current SRA fee was enacted in June 2011 via Assembly Bill 29X as part of the 201112 State Budget. Property owners within the SRA must pay the fee by the stated deadline (in order to avoid penalties), even if submitting a protest.
to stand until additional seats were found. “Public support of our events,” said Lockwood Fire Public Relations Director Ruth Ann Worny, ”provides the much-needed funds to purchase a variety of necessary equipment for our dedicated team of volunteer fire fighters and EMT’s.
Tomorrow, Saturday, April 5, at 6 p.m., Pride of Ione is hosting a dinner event featuring historical displays, live music and a raffle. This fundraiser will be held at the Ione Welcome Center, on the Corner of Castle Oaks and Fairway Drives. Tickets are $35 for adults, $15 for children under 12, and free for kids under 3 are free.
‘Pride of Ione’ invites the community to celebrate history together
For more information, call the Pride of Ione Foundation, at 304-4818, email [email protected], or visit prideofione.org.
Lockwood Fire Auxiliary’s thank you to the public
Lockwood Auxiliary members wish to thank all those in the community for the amazing turnout at their “Taco de Marcho Dinner” on March 22, and apologize to those who had
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It’s time to talk about sexual violence April is National ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ By TAMMIE CRABTREE SPECIAL TO THE LEDGER DISPATCH
The children and teens of today are our hope for tomorrow. It’s important for us as parents, caring adults and communities to help set young people on the path for a healthy future and support them as they work to create positive change. April is “National Sexual Assault Awareness Month” and this year’s campaign is focused on youth. This April, It’s time ... to talk about it! Young people face many challenges during adolescence. Stereotypes and negative messages in the media don’t make this process any easier. By learning and talking about healthy adolescent sexuality, adults are able to support the teens in their lives. How can we help? Young people need age-appropriate information
about healthy sexuality and relationships from trusted adults. The first step is to start an open and honest dialogue. Ask questions and, most importantly, listen. We can all play a role in modeling healthy behaviors, promoting positive skills, and creating safe environments. It’s important to empower the voices of youth and challenge negative, unhealthy messages. Understanding sexual violence: Sexual violence is a broad term and includes rape, incest, child sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual harassment, exposure, and voyeurism. Sexual violence occurs when someone is forced or manipulated into unwanted sexual activity without their consent. Anyone can experience sexual violence, including children, teens, adults and elders.
The trauma caused by sexual violence can cause lifelong problems for a victim. It can affect every area of his or her life, including loss of trust, guilt, fear, depression, problems at school and sexual problems. It is important to get help and to talk to a counselor or therapist right away. Without necessary treatment, the effects can last a lifetime. Be a part of the solution One in six boys and one in four girls will experience a sexual assault before the age of 18. Be a role model for respectful behavior to those around you; Talk with your children about healthy sexual development and personal boundaries; Intervene and speak up when you see inappropriate behavior; Talk to someone from a sexual assault support center such as Operation Care; Learn more about sexual violence and share information with others (go to www. operationcare.org or The National Sexual Violence Resource Center, at www. nsvrc.org for more information and resources);Learn about reporting sus-
pected child abuse. Know what to do if you or someone you know suspects a child may be being abused (go to www. childwelfare.gov/preventing/preventionmonth for more information). Start the conversation — talk to the teens and adults in your life. Talk to your friends about it. Start the dialog. It’s OK not to have all the answers. It’s more important to welcome questions and learn together. To create a vision for a future without sexual violence, every voice can play a role in a healthier, safer tomorrow for all. You can use your voice to start the conversation. You can support the voices of young people, and together we can amplify our voices for a healthy future. It’s time ... to talk about it! If you or someone you know needs help, Dial 911 or call the police or sheriff ’s office directly. Operation Care also provides help for victims and their families via a 24-hour crisis line, at 223-2600. Editor’s note: Tammie Crabtree is the executive director of Operation Care.
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Volcano Communications Group President Sharon Lundgren presents a letter of appreciation to Amador County Supervisors Ted Novelli and Brian Oneto. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE LEDGER DISPATCH
Volcano Communications Group appreciates county supervisors
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Volcano Communications Group President Sharon Lundgren presented a letter of appreciation to Supervisor Ted Novelli and Supervisor Brian Oneto last Friday, thanking the entire Amador County Board of Supervisors for their support of the new CVIN/ CENIC fiber optic network that is soon to be completed in the county. The Board of Supervisors provided unanimous support of the project since
its initial discussion in March of 2010. This new fiber network will provide high-speed, middle-mile broadband access to schools, libraries, county government and local businesses. The letter stated that, “The Board has recognized the importance of High Speed Broadband to the economic wellbeing of Amador County and the necessity of broadband infrastructure in the creation of jobs and access to ongoing education in which we at Volcano Communications Group agree.”
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Obituaries Charles Daniel Hoskins
Charles Daniel Hoskins, 72, passed away on March 26, 2014. Mr. Hoskins served in the Air Force from 1960 to 1963, and lived in California for 51 years. He was a general construction manager for Pacific Gas & Electric for 33 years and has resided in Ione, Calif., with his wife, Helen, for the past 17 years. Chuck loved singing gospel songs at Stone Corral Church, in Valley Springs, Calif. He also enjoyed ranching, hunting in Montana, fishing anywhere and building anything, from birdhouses to homes. Chuck especially loved his family, and cherished time with his children and grandchildren. A memorial service will be held May 3, at 11 a.m., at Stone Corral Church, in Valley Springs.
Thomas LeRoy Menley JULY 12, 1935 - MARCH 25, 2014
Thomas LeRoy Menley, of Sutter Creek, Calif., passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at Sutter Roseville Medical Center, in Roseville, at the age of 78. He was born in East Prairie, Mo., on July 12, 1935 to the late Thomas and Vivian (Brown) Menley. Thomas grew up on a farm as a foster child and later became a foster parent himself. He loved his brothers and often spoke highly of them to his children, sharing stories of their lives
growing up. He served in the U.S. Air Force, where he taught mechanics. Thomas moved to Fullerton, Calif., in 1961, where he worked for Honeycomb as a welder. He moved to Stockton, Calif., in 1963, where he worked for Corando Machine Shop. He started his career working for P.G.& E. in 1967 and then relocated to Jackson, where he became the first gas serviceman in Amador County. Dad would always say “P.G.& E. might sign my checks, but I work for the customers.” Retiring after 25 years Tom, made Mer Rouge, La., his home. He was a faithful man, passionate about the Lord, patriotic, loyal, and passionate about the things he believed in. He was an advocate of juror’s rights, an Amador County Sheriff Reserve, Scoutmaster Troop 78 for 15 years, became a pilot here at Westover Field, a member of the Lions Club, and was very involved in the community. He loved his family, especially his grandkids. Thomas is survived by his children, Thomas Menley and wife, Cherri, of Sutter Creek, Calif., John Menley, of Weatherford, Tex., Lisa Brenner, of Jackson, Calif., Kyla Allen and her husband, Jeff, of Weatherford, Janet Everly, Gena Anderson, Marty Jones, Robert Everly, Steven Everly; brothers, Chuck Menley and his wife, Mary Lou, of Washington, Bill Menley, of North Carolina; grandchildren, Levi, Mason, Megan, Lydia Menley, Marissa Brenner, Katelyn, Abigail, Jessica, Joshua Allen, Christopher Ramsey, Nathan, Jeanne Everly, Becky, Robert, Bethany, Hailey Everly, Leah, Amanda, Jennifer Jones and Michael Everly; great-grandchildren, Lillian and Ian; and many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of life at Sutter Creek Church of the Nazarene, 14050 Ridge Road, in Sutter Creek, at
2 p.m., on Friday, April 4, 2014. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Fund, 4899 Belfort Rd. Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.
Nella Prusso AUGUST 2, 1926 - MARCH 28, 2014
Nella passed away quietly in her home in Sutter Creek surrounded by her family on Friday, March 28, 2014. Born in Italy on August 2, 1926, she married Charles in 1949 and settled in Madrone, Calif. They moved to Sutter Creek in 1976. There they enjoyed being retired together. She enjoyed cooking and feeding you and you never left her home hungry. Her yard and garden were a source of joy and flowers were abundant. Her yearly vegetable garden fed everyone and she made the best pesto around. She is survived by her daughter, Rosemarie, and her husband, Craig; grandson, Matthew Gualtieri and wife, Catherine; great-grandsons, Michael and Jack. Also granddaughter, Amy Van Scoter and her husband, Jacob; great-grandson, Nicholas and great-granddaughter, Elizabeth, of Morgan Hill, Calif.; and granddaughter, Laurie Cavinta and her husband, Joel of Hollister, Calif. She was loved by everyone and will be greatly missed. Friends are invited to attend a visitation Thursday, April 3, 2014, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sutter Creek, with a vigil at 7 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, April 4, 2014, at 11 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sutter Creek. Interment will be in the Sutter Creek Catholic Cemetery in Sutter Creek, California. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.
Yvonne Patricia Rutherford SEPTEMBER 28, 1932 - MARCH 19, 2014
Pat Rutherford, born in Olds, Alberta, Canada, was a dual citizen of Canada and the United States. A long-time resident of Volcano, she was beloved
by many in Amador County. With an optimistic zest for life, Pat made caring for others her mission, yet was involved in many activities as well. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, the Sierra Madre Garden Club, the Marigolds Garden Club and the Mother Lode Rose Society. Pat loved family, social events, travel, musicals and plays. A part-time hospital employee for more than 30 years, she retired after age 80. She also found time to volunteer at the Interfaith Food Bank’s Great Finds Thrift Store. Pat leaves behind her husband, Jim, of Volcano, and, in Canada, her sister, Arlene Fife, sister in-law, Joyce Smith, and cousins. She was an aunt, great aunt and great-great aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by Lloyd (Patch) and Donna Pacheco, of Volcano, Bill and Jim Fife, along with her parents and several cousins.
William Joseph Swarbrick NOVEMBER 11, 1923 - FEBRUARY 24, 2014
Bill Swarbrick, born in Vancouver, Canada on November 11, 1923, passed away in Angels Camp, Calif., on February 24, 2014. He was raised in Vancouver and, after finishing high school in 1941, worked at the Burrard Dry Dock as an apprentice machinist and engine fitter until joining the Canadian Merchant Service in 1944 as a Marine Operating Engineer. For 2 years he travelled through the Panama Canal to Africa and England, delivering material for the war effort and recovery. He married his wife Dodie in 1945. When he left the Merchant Service in 1947, Bill worked as an engineering draftsman while studying mechanical engineering. He was an engineer for the Fraser Valley Milk Producers Association from 1954 to 1963 and became a Registered Profession Engineer in British Columbia in 1960. Looking for adventure, opportunity and warmer SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 13
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our Original Medicare insurance covers a wide variety of health services, from flu shots to hospital stays to hospice care. But it doesn’t cover everything, and it doesn’t cover all your out-of-pocket costs. Many services covered by Original Medicare require co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles. You can purchase extra insurance to cover these “gaps” in Medicare. Such insurance is called Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap. Some Medigap policies also provide coverage that Original Medicare doesn’t, like emergency care in a foreign country. You have to pay for Medigap yourself, and it’s sold through private insurance companies. You can buy it only if you have Original Medicare, not Medicare Advantage, which is managed care provided by private insurers. Every Medigap policy has to follow federal and state laws designed to protect you. Insurance companies can sell you only a “standardized” Medigap policy identified in most states by the letters A through N. Each standardized policy must offer the same basic benefits, no matter which company sells it. So beware when you’re shopping for a Medigap policy: Cost is usually the only difference between Medigap policies with the same letter sold by different companies. Snd there can be big differences in how much various insurers charge for the same coverage. Here are some of the costs that Medigap policies often cover: Medicare Part A (hospital) coinsurance and hospital costs for up to 365 days after Medicare benefits run out; Medicare Part B (medical) coinsurance or co-pays; Part A
hospice c a r e coinsurance or copays; Skilled nursing facility coins u r ance; P a r t A and Part B deductibles. Medigap policies generally don’t cover long-term care (like care in a nursing home), vision or dental, hearing aids, eyeglasses, and private‑duty nursing. The best time to buy a Medigap policy is during your Medigap open enrollment period. This period lasts for six months and begins on the first day of the month in which you’re 65 or older and enrolled in Medicare Part B. Why is this important? Because during open enrollment, an insurance company can’t refuse to sell you any Medigap policy it offers due to any health problems you may have. Nor can you be charged more based on your health status. In some cases, however, an insurer can refuse to cover your out-of-pocket costs for pre-existing health conditions for up to six months. After six months, the Medigap policy will cover the pre-existing condition. And remember, for Medicare‑covered services, Original Medicare will still cover the condition even if the Medigap policy won’t cover your out‑of‑pocket costs. But you’re responsible for the coinsurance or copayments. A few other points to keep in mind: You must have Medicare Part A and Part B to buy a
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“Where’s Ted?”
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
At a recent forum for candidates for District Three Supervisor, the incumbent, Ted Novelli, opted out. He has stated to at least one of the other two candidates that he has no intention of participating in any future forums or debates, but instead will “run on his record.” Whatever Mr. Novelli’s record may be, how can he be so sure that the majority of voters in District Three know what it is? How Mr. Novelli voted on past issues should certainly be a factor in this race, but there are other issues pending on which his position may not be known. Don’t the voters deserve to know their current supervisor’s position on those issues, as well? So, what is it that’s keeping you from participating Ted – hubris or fear? BRIAN GRAY
Do Native Americans enjoy unalienable rights?
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After reading “Alook at Buena Vista and TH83,” by Butch Cranford, in the Ledger Dispatch, March 21, 2014, one would conclude not. However, one would be wrong. Native Americans do enjoy unalienable rights. While I have no idea where (name calling edited out) Butch is headed on his future multi-page articles to come, readers who are interested may wish to review Case Number NO.C-79-1710 SW STIPULATION FOR ENTRY OF JUDGMENT (AMADOR COUNTY) in the United States District Court Northern
District of California. (Original filed May 14, 1987.) Another source letter from the National Indian Gaming Commission, dated June 30, 2005, penned by Penny J. Coleman, Acting General Counsel, letter to Judith Kammins Albietz, Esq., is very informative and once again leaves no question as to Native Americans’ unalienable rights. Both of these documents can be accessed at our friendly Amador County Administration Building. The Amador County Indian Gaming wars, initiated by citizen groups No Casino in Plymouth and Friends of Amador and supported by county supervisors, were over fully and finally before the war was started. Advantage Native Americans and their unalienable rights. Game on. Yet the county budge says, “Tilt.” Where did all the money go, Chuck? Where did all the money go? Maybe a Criminal Grand Jury investigation is warranted. JOHN GUTHRIE
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Praise for Blue Moon Cafe
There is no business like a family-owned business and Amador County has many. Just to name one is the Blue Moon Cafe, in Pine Grove. The food is out of this world. I learned the family has been in the food business for generations. If you have out-of-county visitors, what a treat. After all, we should support local business, period. Right? VIVIAN SPEAS
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A second look at Buena Vista Casino situation and TH83 Tillie Hardwick 83 Paragraphs 1, 2, 3 The Beginning Butch Cranford GUEST COMMENTARY A series of articles, by definition, requires more than a single article. This is the second in the series about the 1983 Tillie Hardwick Stipulated Judgement between the United States and the plaintiffs from 17 California Rancherias. Before venturing any further into this endeavor, all Ledger Dispatch readers should know that this examination of the content of TH83 and what it means and does is that of a citizen who believes TH83 should be administered as written, and not misused or abused by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the National Indian Gaming Commission, or the Federal courts. Paragraph 1: “That the 17 Rancherias which are the subject of the provisions of paragraphs 2 through 13 inclusive of this stipulation are as follows ... .” A quick perusal of the remainder of paragraph 1 clearly shows that Buena Vista was a party to the stipulated judgement. Buena Vista is listed after Blue Lake and before Chicken Ranch and the description of the property in Exhibit 1 is an accurate description of the 67.5 acres that comprise the Buena Vista Rancheria. With that settled, paragraph 2 informs the reader that, “The Court shall certify a class of persons who received any of the assets of the rancherias listed and described in paragraph 1
pursuant to the California Rancheria Act and any Indian heirs, legates, or successors in interest of such persons with respect to any real property they received as a result of the implementation of the California Rancheria Act.” What does this mean and how did it apply to the Buena Vista Rancheria? If you remember from article No. 1, the original recipients of the real property of the Buena Vista Rancheria were Louie and Annie Oliver, in 1959. However, both Annie and Louie were deceased before 1983. A review of the history of the real property at Buena Vista indicates that Lucille (Oliver) Lucero and Enos Oliver received undivided one-half interests in the property at Buena Vista after Louie’s death in 1973. No other persons received any real property or any interest in the real property at Buena Vista prior to the 1983 Tillie Hardwick stipulated judgement. Enos’s death, in 1978, left Lucille Lucero as the only Buena Vista plaintiff. There is no evidence that the estate of Enos Oliver or any other persons took the actions necessary to become a member of the class. Why this is important becomes clear as we next examine paragraph 3. (See paragraph 9 for info on the class.) Paragraph 3 begins with, “The status of the named individual plaintiffs (Lucille Lucero) and other class members (none at BV) of the rancherias named in and described in paragraph 1 (Buena Vista) as Indians under the laws of the United States shall be restored and confirmed.” Lucille Lucero’s status as an Indian is restored and confirmed. Status as an individual Indian, not as an Indian tribe.
The remainder of paragraph 3, “In restoring and confirming their status as Indians, said class members (Lucille Lucero) shall be relieved from the application of Sections 2(d) and 10(b) of the California Rancheria Act and shall be deemed entitled to any of the benefits or services provided or performed by the United States for Indians because of their status as Indians, if otherwise qualified under applicable laws and regulations.” Included below are Section 2(d) and 10(b) from the California Rancheria Act. These sections no longer apply to Lucille Lucero and her undivided one-half interest in the real property at Buena Vista. Section 2(d): “No property distributed under the provisions of this Act shall at the time of distribution be subject to any Federal or State income tax. Following any distribution of property made under the provisions of this Act, such property and any income derived therefrom by the distributee shall be subject to the same taxes, State and Federal, as in the case of non-Indians: Provided, That for the purpose of capital gains or losses the base value of the property shall be the value of the property when distributed to the individual, corporation, or other legal entity.” Section 10(b): “After the assets of a rancheria or reservation have been distributed pursuant to this Act, the Indians who receive any part of such assets, and the dependent members of their immediate families, shall not be entitled to any of the services performed by the United States for Indians because of their status as Indians, all statutes of the United States which
Vista Point daffodil gratitude continued By Keith Sweet
So many people and entities participated in the first planting of daffodils at Jackson’s Vista Point that all of their names didn’t fit in last Friday’s Ledger Dispatch. Those who were left out still need a thank you and a pat on the back. They are: Stuart McNaughtan, Beth McNaughtan, Craig Neuvert, Teresa Ogden, Ann Parle, Anne Platt, Bruce Platt, Darcy Porter, Brittini Resch, Alan Roberts, Sandra Roberts, Jennifer Robles, Steven Schatz, Carolyn Silva, Pete Silva, Melvin Sisante, Harlan Snooks, Rick Sprenkel, Donna St. Clair, Gwen Starrett, Bob
Stimpson, Darlene Sumrall, Keith Sweet, Gail Sweet, Eric Taylor, Cari Taylor, Tom Thompson, Bonnie Toy, Kathleen Trenam, Susan Wasik, Alison Weingart, Len Weinrob, Danny Weinrob, Jim Wilmarth, Dennis Price, Scott Oneto, Teresa’s Restaurant, Thomi’s Restaurant, Aces Waste Services, Simmon’s Landscaping, Ridge Road Nursery, Sutter Hill CalFire and Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp. If you or your organization would like to participate this fall, just give me a call or send me an email. Everyone who participated this year will be sent a personal reminder later this summer.
affect Indians because of their status as Indians shall be inapplicable to them, and the laws of the several States shall apply to them in the same manner as they apply to other citizens or persons within their jurisdiction. Nothing in this Act, however, shall affect the status of such persons as citizens of the United States.” The entire text of the California Rancheria Act can be accessed at HYPERLINK “http://digital.library. okstate.edu/kappler/vol6/html_files/ v6p0831.html” \l “mn17”http://digital.library.okstate.edu/kappler/vol6/ html_files/v6p0831.html#mn17. It is interesting that a word search on the entire text of the California Rancheria Act did not find the word “tribe” in the Act. In summary: 1. Lucy Lucero was the only BV plaintiff in TH83 and there are no other known class members. 2. The only person to which paragraphs 2 through 13 applied was Lucille Lucero. 3. The only person at or from BV whose status as an individual Indian was restored and confirmed was Lucy Lucero. A review of the first three paragraphs of TH83 reveals nothing that supports the assertions by the BV Rancheria attorney and the National Indian Gaming Commission that Tillie Hardwick restored Buena Vista to federal tribal recognition and restored the fee land at BV to a reservation. Maybe we will find some evidence in TH83 of a tribal restoration to federal recognition and a restoration of the fee land at BV to a federal Indian reservation in upcoming paragraphs. Paragraphs 4 and 5 will be examined in article No. 3.
MEDIGAP, FROM PAGE 10
Medigap policy; Plans E, H, I, and J are no longer for sale, but you can keep these plans if you already have one; A Medigap policy only covers one person. If you and your spouse both want Medigap coverage, you must each buy a separate policy; Any standardized Medigap policy is guaranteed renewable, even if you have health problems — this means the insurance company can’t cancel your policy as long as you pay the premium. Although some Medigap policies sold in the past cover prescription drugs, Medigap policies sold after January 1, 2006, aren’t allowed to include prescription drug coverage. (If you want such coverage, you can join a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, offered by private companies approved by Medicare.) David Sayen is Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and the Pacific Territories. You can always get answers to your Medicare questions by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
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Yellow Starthistle 15 million acres & counting By SCOTT ONETO
FARM ADVISOR UC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
COLDWELL BANKER RAISES $617 WITH RAFFLE BOOTH The realtors of Coldwell Banker raised $617 for the Interfaith Food Bank during last month’s Dandelion Days, in Jackson. Heather Crawford uploaded this photos onto MyACHome.com, an easy and great way to get pictures published in the Amador Ledger Dispatch. Upload photos so we can showcase the news in your life.
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Yellow Starthistle is a plant of Old World origin that arrived in California in the early 1800’s. It’s believed that it made its way to California in contaminated alfalfa seed from Europe. It is one of California’s worst noxious weeds, infesting parks, rangelands, pastures, hay fields, orchards, vineyards, canal banks, roadsides and other disturbed areas. Since its introduction, yellow starthistle has spread steadily and now infests nearly 15 million acres throughout the state. Disturbances created by cultivation, poorly timed mowing, road building and maintenance, or overgrazing favor this rapid colonizer. It forms dense infestations and rapidly depletes soil moisture, thus preventing the establishment of other species. It is also poisonous to horses, causing a nervous disorder called “chewing disease” (nigropallidal encephalomalacia), which is fatal once symptoms develop. Horses are the only animal known to be affected in this manner and should not be allowed to graze on yellow starthistle. Too often, people don’t recognize yellow starthistle until late summer, when the surrounding fields are aglow from its bright yellow flowers. By this time, control strategies are often limited and not effective. To have a chance at controlling this invasive weed, landowners must be proactive and learn how to recognize this plant early in the spring and attack it when it’s most susceptible. To develop a successful control program, it is necessary to understand yellow starthistle’s biology and identify its weaknesses. Yellow starthistle is a long-lived winter annual whose seeds germinate from fall through spring, which corresponds to the normal rainy season in California. After germination, the plant initially allocates most of its resources to root growth, with very little above-ground growth. By late spring, roots can extend 3 to 5 feet into the soil, while the above-ground portion consists of nothing more than a few leaves. It is this growth strategy that allows yellow starthistle to out-compete shallow-rooted annual
species during the drier summer months, when moisture availability is limited. It also helps explain why yellow starthistle survives well into the summer, long after other annual species have dried up. Although the seedling and rosette stage is one of the most difficult to identify, it is important to recognize, as some control activities should occur during this period. One of the best ways to scout for new plants is to look beneath the dried skeletons of the previous year’s growth. When untouched, these skeletons can persist for 2 to 3 years and serve as great visual markers for finding new seedlings. As temperatures begin to warm in the spring, plants go through a rapid phase of development, called bolting. Usually, by May or June, plants bolt (produce erect stems), sending up tall, highly branched stalks that will then produce spiny, yellow flower heads and broad canopies. The stems of the mature plant are ridged, and the entire plant is covered with soft hairs. By late summer, plants will produce yellow flowers atop spiny bases. Seed output can be as high at 30,000 seeds per plant, with about 95 percent of the seed being viable soon after dispersal. Most seeds germinate within a year of dispersal, but some can remain viable in the soil for more than three years. Controlling yellow starthistle requires a systematic and persistent effort over several years. The approach taken should vary according to the size and density of the infestation, terrain, SEE STARTHISTLE, PAGE 13
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OBITUARIES, FROM PAGE 8
weather, Bill and his family moved to Woodland Hills, in Southern California, in 1964, where he worked at the world headquarters of the Carnation Company as a mechanical engineer in charge of projects throughout the western United States. He was instrumental in building what was at the time the world’s largest ice cream plant, which opened in Bakersfield in 1988. Bill enjoyed the outdoors. Family vacations were filled with camping and fishing trips. In California, the family developed an interest in horses and became involved as leaders in the California Rangers equestrian youth group. In 1973, the family moved to the mountains in Malibu, where they raised and boarded horses, and enjoyed the rural lifestyle with their many friends. In 1992, Bill, his wife and their horses moved to a small ranch outside of West Point, Calif., with 25 acres of walnuts and lots of forest. His wife passed away in 1994. Bill found peace living on the ranch. With the support of family and friends and his companion, Ruby McDavid, he managed the orchards and harvested the walnuts. He was active in the community as a member of AARP. Bill spent the last two years at Foothill Village, in Angels Camp, cared for by the wonderful staff. Bill is survived by his children, Susan, Gillian and David Swarbrick (Megan), adopted daughter, Anne Hendry, sister, Shirley Whiteside, grandchil-
dren, Christopher Swarbrick (Jen) and Courtney Kaylor, and many nieces ,nephews and great-grandchildren, including Corbin, Levi and Asher Swarbrick, who visited him often. He was predeceased by his oldest, son Richard.
Edward “Ed” Francis Peck, Jr. JANUARY 24, 1955 - MARCH 22, 2014
Edward “Ed” Francis Peck, Jr., of Pine Grove, Calif., passed away Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the age of 59. He was born in Oakland, Calif., on January 24, 1955 to Edward and Katherine Peck. Ed married Sharie Beth Villierme on March 4, 1990 in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. Ed enjoyed fishing, camping and outdoors. His love of music came in high school and was influenced greatly by the Beatles, when he played guitar and formed his own small band called Peck-a-Moore. He also enjoyed acting in plays and had a talent for comedy, being able to see a funny twist in the most mundane every day happenings, keeping those around him entertained. He managed restaurants in the Bay Area, worked as a grocery clerk for Lucky stores for eight years and tended bar in Amador County. Ed is survived by his wife, Sharie (Villierme) Peck, of Pine Grove; sisters,
Penny Shandrew, of Arizona, Laura Berman and her husband, Jim, of Grass Valley, Calif., Cathy Lowe and her husband, Mike, of Grass Valley; brother, George Peck and his partner, Barbara, of Sutter Creek, Calif.; five step-children; seven grandchildren; many beloved nephews, nieces and friends. Ed was preceded in death by his sister, Patty Doyle. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Sierra Club, 85 Second Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.
Victoria Jan Robinson JANUARY 3, 1942 - APRIL 1, 2014
Victoria Jan Robinson, of Sutter Creek, Calif., passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Sutter Amador Hospital, in Jackson, at the age of 72. She was born in San Francisco, Calif., on January 3, 1942 to the late Robert and Lilian (Leishman) Fields. Victoria grew up on a farm in Biggs, Calif., and was the traditional farm girl. She was an amateur artist in her younger years and later dabbled in photography. Victoria married Lewis
STARTHISTLE, FROM PAGE 12
tools or equipment available, and planned use or objective for the site. Hand pulling is very effective for managing small populations and should be timed so that it occurs before flowering. The best time to hand pull is in late spring, during the bolting stage, after the last spring rain and before the ground dries up. Mowing is effective for managing yellow starthistle stands, provided it is well-timed and repeated once or twice per season. Mowing during the early flowering stage (i.e., with about five percent of the flower heads in bloom) reduces canopy size, seed production and plant density. Generally, follow-up mowings are necessary and should be done once flowering resumes, approximately four weeks later. All mowing should be completed before seeds mature. It is important to note that mowing early during the rosette stage can increase yellow starthistle stands
Yellow Starthistle invades fields and farms all across North America. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH
by reducing competition from resident vegetation. Chemical control: There are many herbicides available for use on yellow starthistle. For small populations, three chemicals stand out as being the least costly and most effective: Glyphosate, which is sold under the name Roundup® is a non-selective herbicide that is effective at killing actively growing weeds and has no soil activity. It is
important to wait until grasses have completed their cycle and have gone to seed before spraying. This is usually in early summer, after yellow starthistle has bolted, but before it has flowered; Triclopyr, which is the active ingredient in Ortho Brush-B-Gon®, also provides excellent control of yellow starthistle and is a selective herbicide that only kills broadleaf plants. It doesn’t have any soil activity, so
Robinson on August 5, 1961, in Biggs. Victoria enjoyed physical exercise and gardening, keeping her garden immaculate. She taught elementary school at Ione Elementary for 18 years, two years at Pioneer Elementary, and loved the kids. Victoria received the “Teacher of the Year” award five years ago. Her family was her lifeline and she put love into all that she did. She was characterized by her natural kindness and outgoing personality. She enjoyed traveling the world with her family, mom, and friends. Every year they explored a new destination. Victoria is survived by her husband of 52 years, Lewis Robinson, of Sutter Creek; sons, Paul Robinson and his wife, Grace, of Cupertino, Calif., Matthew Robinson and his wife, Katie, of Biggs; grandchildren, Joshua Robinson, Timothy Robinson and Levi Miller. She was preceded in death by her sister, Diane Fields. Friends are invited to attend a funeral service at Daneri Mortuary Chapel in Jackson, Calif., at 4 p.m., on Thursday, April 10, 2014. Interment will be in the Biggs Cemetery in Gridley, Calif. Memorial contributions may be made to MADD, P.O. Box 601008, Sacramento, CA 95860 or Nature Conservancy, P.O. Box 6020, Albert Lea, MN 56007. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book. timing should coincide with bolting, after the last spring rains and potential germination; Clopyralid, sold under the name Yellow Starthistle Killer® or Transline®, is a selective herbicide that only kills broadleaf plants, and it works by not only killing actively growing plants, but also by preventing seeds in the soil from germinating. The best time to apply is during the rosette stage, January through March; For larger infestations, Aminopyralid, sold under the name Milestone®, has similar properties to the aforementioned clopyralid and is applied during the same timeframe. Both clopyralid and aminopyralid provide about 3 to 6 months of activity in the soil, so it is advisable to apply these products during the winter months, from January to March. Transline® and Milestone® are registered as agricultural chemicals and require an Operator Identification Number from the County Agricultural Commissioner.
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chamber trade show
LIFESTYLES Preston Castle opens for 2014 Tour Season
Preston School of Industry became a leader in the juvenile [email protected] prison reform movement by Mark your calendar for April giving convicted boys a real 5, the opening day of Preston chance at life by educating Castle’s 2014 Tour Season. them not only in academics, Majestic Preston Castle will but in all of the useful trades of be open for guided historical the era. tours the first three Saturdays Closed in 1960, when the of each month, from 10 a.m. Preston Youth Authority to 1 p.m., through September moved into a new administra6. The castle will also be open tion building down the hill, the second and fourth Thursthe Preston Castle was left to days in the summer months. deteriorate due to weather, Tours are $10 for adults, $5 for vandalism and general neglect. children under 12 years of age, It now serves as a vacant, but and free for children less than vitally important, landmark for five years of age. Preston School of Industry’s first class, above, marked a milestone for Ione, Amador County and the On Opening Day, experireform and punishment of youth offenders in California. Mother Lode. It is a California ence the added treat of a book PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH State Historic Landmark and signing with author Gary is for sale in the gift shop for $18. is on the National Register of Historic Stout, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Stout has Preston Castle, run by the Preston Cas- Places. written, “Arrested Innocence,” a fictional tle Foundation, is a glorious example of Located at 900 Palm Drive, in Ione, the story based on the accurate history of the Romanesque-style architecture. The castle Preston Castle Opening Day Tour offers Preston School of Industry. The setting was once the administration building for an interesting and enjoyable historic of the story is the early 1900s. William, the Preston School of Industry, the first perspective of the castle and area, a tour a young boy whose parents passed away, major attempt in California at rehabiliof the adjacent Farm Museum and a Gary is falsely accused of stealing money. The Stout book signing. For questions, visit book recounts his journey to and through tating young offenders, rather than just imprisoning them. Opened in 1894, the prestoncastle.com. the Preston School of Industry. The book Via PRESS RELEASE
Runquist and Cooper make award-winning wine Via PRESS RELEASE [email protected]
On March 2 and 3, a panel of more than 30 distinguished wine judges convened to evaluate more than a thousand wines, at the 25th annual Jerry D. Mead New World International Wine Competition. After two days of analysis, the finest wine of the competition, The New World Grand Champion, was determined to be a wine produced from Amador County grapes, by an Amador County vintner. The grapes came from the Dick Cooper Vineyard, on Shenandoah School Road, in the Shenandoah Valley. The vintner is Jeff Runquist, of Jeff Runquist Wines, and the wine is the Jeff Runquist Wines 2012 Barbera, Dick Cooper Vineyard. This is not the first time that Cooper and Runquist have teamed up to earn a prestigious award. In both 2012 and 2013, the Jeff Runquist Wines Barbera, from the Cooper
Jeff Runquist and Dick Cooper hold a bottle of 2012 Barbera. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH Vineyard, has won the Sweepstakes Red award for the best red wine at the Riverside International Wine Competition. In 2009, the 2007 vintage of Jeff Runquist Wines Barbera, from the Dick Cooper Vineyard, won Best of Show honors at the California State Fair. Recalling his relationship with Cooper, Runquist remarked, “I have been making a Barbera from the Cooper Vineyard for
over a decade, and the fruit Dick sends is always top-notch, and never fails to make an outstanding wine.” Runquist explained his penchant for wine competitions, “We look to wine competitions to provide our wines with a third-party endorsement, an enticement for folks to try our wines. So far, 2014 has been the most successful start to any competition season. We have entered 36 wines into three competitions, and brought home 35 medals.” Jeff Runquist Wines is located at 10776 Shenandoah Road, and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday through Monday. Cooper Winery is located at 21365 Shenandoah School Road, and is open from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Thursday through Monday. Information on the Jerry D. Mead New World International Wine Competition can be found at jmnwiwc.com.
Lifestyles Editor: Carolyn Schmitz [email protected]
April 4, 2014 PAGE 15 VOLCANO THEATRE, 23
Volcano Theatre Company presents, ‘Baby With The Bathwater’
SEAN LEARY, 26
Amador County son dies in a BASE jumping accident JEFFERSON STARSHIP, 27
Jackson Rancheria presents Jefferson Starship in concert
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Whether for Easter or Passover, check out the holiday line-up of events Index
Community Briefs.........................16 Religion Briefs...............................19 Announcements............................26 Entertainment Briefs.....................28
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CommunityBriefs Book Sale Canceled
The Friends of the Amador County Library Spring Book Sale, scheduled for April 4 through 6, has been cancelled. There will be a big Fall sale, October 17 through 19. For information, call 223-3390.
Argo Band Fundraiser
Argonaut Band has a great fundraising event at Thomi’s Banquet Room, April 5, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, available at KVGC Radio Station, on Main Street, in Jackson, or from any Argonaut Band member. No-host bar available. There will be a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and. table sponsorships available for $100. Tax-deductible donations are greatly appreciated. For tickets or details, call Teresa Guidi, at 223-2908 evenings or 223-6731 daytime.
Spanish Classes
Spring Spanish classes for adults are starting now in Jackson. Very small group and individual classes on several levels are available, along with medical Spanish, beginning and intermediate. In addition, parents are looking for classes for children aged 4 to 6 in Ione, and ages 10 to 12 in Sutter Creek. If you know of classes for children, or are interested in classes for adults, contact Nora Coryell, at 223-3322.
Lions’ Duck Race Tickets
The 27th Annual Great Sutter Creek Duck Race is April 26, and Sutter Creek Lions’ Duck Race tickets are on sale now, with a possible $1,000,000 prize. You need not be
present to win. For the race, ducks are $5 each, or five for $20, with more than $8,500 in prizes. Part of the proceeds are earmarked for the Sutter Creek Elementary PTO. For details, contact 267-0731, info@ suttercreeklions.org, or visit suttercreeklions.org.
Dance Workshop
This is a dance workshop open to everyone. From a slow warm-up, experience a wide variety of world music with a focus on dancing to feel good while gaining flexibility. Amel Talsout is an accomplished international dancer, choreographer and dance instructor of North African Maghreb Dance. The workshop is five hours, on Saturday, April 12. Pre-register for $35, or $40 at the door. For details and registration, contact [email protected].
French Lessons
As the ninth most widely spoken language in the world, more than 200 million people speak French on the five continents. If you are planning a trip or moving where French is spoken, this class will give you an immediate speaking ability that will help. Class starts Wednesday, April 9, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Health and Human Services Building, in Sutter Creek. Registration is $45 for four weeks. For questions and registration, email Amoyer@ amadorgov.org.
Youth Theatre Project
The HUBArt Series of free afterschool arts classes for 5th through 8th graders offers the Youth Theatre Project, where kids experience all aspects of a theatrical production. From student imaginations, characters, plot, music, set and play are
FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2014 LEDGER DISPATCH mentors who are well along in reconstructed, with room for all students’ talents. Class meets from 3:30 covery. Goals are to provide education about mental illness, emotional to 5 p.m., Tuesdays and Wednesand practical support, independent days, now through May 28, at the HUB, 206B Main Street, in Jackson. problem solving and relapse prevention. The course is free to the public. The play will be performed at the All class sessions are confidential. HUBArts Party, on May 29. For details, call 223-9133.
Zeke Reiling Benefit Dinner
Come and support Argonaut freshman Ezekial Reiling, who is recovering from critical burns received at Christmas. A benefit dinner, on April 5, will help the family meet expenses related to the fire, Zeke’s care and recovery. Join friends at the Italian Picnic Grounds, in Sutter Creek, on Saturday, April 5, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets and details are available through Kaizen Martial Arts, Sterling Automotive, Barron’s Furniture and Argonaut High School. Question? Call 267-5075, or email: [email protected].
Artists Association Demo
The next meeting of the ACAA will be April 9, at 7 p.m., in the Senior Center, 229 New York Ranch Road, Jackson. The program will include a demonstration by artist Sabina Turner. ACAA meets each month, on the second Wednesday. The public is invited and new members are encouraged. For more information, visit amadorcountyartists.org.
Peer To Peer
The National Alliance of Mental Illness’ signature program, Peer to Peer, a ten-week educational program to enhance mental health recovery, starts Monday, April 7 from 1 to 3 p.m., at Amador Senior Center, located at 229 New York Ranch Road, in Jackson.This program is for individuals living with mental illness and is taught by NAMI-trained
MacWorld
A critique of this year’s Macworld and iWorld will be among the topics when the Sierra Macintosh Users Group meets Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m., in the assembly room of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, located at 1037 Blagen Road, in Arnold, just off Highway 4. SMUG meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open to everyone and there is no charge to attend. The organization exists to keep Mac users abreast of the latest developments and to address the nagging questions. Its goal is to take the mystery out of computers and to enable members to take advantage of all the features their Macs possess. For more information, visit SierraMacintoshUsersGroup.org, or call 795-3798.
Tree of Knowledge
The Amador Cancer Research Foundation presents, “Tree of Knowledge,” an educational series about breast cancer, on May 1, at Hotel Sutter Conference Room, in downtown Sutter Creek. Ask questions and get answers from U.C. Davis guest speakers. Come at 5:45 p.m. for appetizers and a no-host bar. Presentations begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. RSVP by April 25, at 245-6794, or [email protected]. SEE BRIEFS, PAGE 26
How will you make less water go further this summer? By CAROLYN SCHMITZ [email protected]
We live in a state where summertime drought is a known possibility. This summer, it is almost a certainty. In Amador County, where ranching and farming impact the livlihood of so many, sustaining healthy crops and fields is of paramount importance. Even residential gardening and lawn maintenance are impacted by the likelihood of drought conditions. Moreover, water in Amador County is expensive. An
important question to ask is, “How can I make every drop of water useful?” Many of our neighbors are already seeing their water-wise efforts pay off through ingenuity, innovation and experimentation. Some locals are trapping their irrigation run-off and “re-purposing” it. For Mike and Sharon Hewitt, experimentation started in the kitchen and bathroom. “We are utilizing the water that normally goes down the drain while waiting for hot water to arrive at the faucet, for other purposes,” said Mike. “It’s
surprising how much that is.” The folks at Amador County Recreation Agency are investigating adding polymers to the soil in the parks to help use irrigation and rain water much more effectively. At my home, before we repaired a leaking shower spiggot, we caught the drips in a bucket, and used that water for house plants and cleaning. Surprisingly, the five-gallon bucket overflowed during the night while the family slept. It was a very valuable lesson about pouring
money down the drain. Sharing ideas such as these helps. Whether you use less water by taking timed showers, ensure all leaky pipe are repaired, grow drought-resistant plants or engineer a new method for water reclamation, the Amador Ledger Dispatch wants to know — What are you doing at your home, farm, ranch or business to conserve water or to make it go further? Post your ideas on MyACHome.com, and we will publish them for the benefit of our neighbors.
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ReligionBriefs Trinity Episcopal Church
The Wednesday series, “The Jesus Creed: The Essentials of Christianity,” continues this week. The free soup supper starts at 6 p.m., and is followed immediately by the lesson, led by Pastor Karen. While this is a series, each evening stands alone, so come to one or come to all. No reservation is needed. Whoever you are, wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome here. Regular Sunday services are at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Trinity Church is located at 430 Highway 49, on Sutter Hill, across from Walgreens. For more information, call 267-0255, or visit trinitysuttercreek.org.
Church at the Cross
There will be a Biblical Discernment Conference at Church at the Cross, on April 26 and 27, at 21895 Homestead Road, in Pine Grove. The conference features speaker Steve Cooley. For more information, visit churchatthecrosspg. com.
Great Valley Baptist Church
The Blessed Hope Trio, a men’s Gospel singing group from Golden State Baptist College, in Santa Clara, will be performing at Great Valley Baptist Church of Stockton and Ione, this Sunday, March 30. The group will perform during the 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. services at the Stockton location, 1520 W. Hammer Lane, and at the 1:30 p.m. service at the Ione location, 207 S. Amador Street. The cost is free. Nursery care is provided during the services, and transportation is available by calling 487-3483.
River Pines Bible Church
The Family Service begins at 10 a.m. Last Sunday, Pastor David Kaufman handed out Bible verses to be studied during the week in preparation for study
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All are invited to a fundraiser at Strings Italian Cafe, on Thursday, April 10, from 4 to 9 p.m. The night benefits the Amador/Argonaut Junior High School and Amador High School Drama Programs. Junior high and high school students will be on-hand with entertainment and a raffle. Pick up a coupon in the Giles Turner Performing Arts Theatre, at Amador High, to receive a
of the meaning of Communion. This first Sunday of the month, after discussion of the Bible verses, Communion will be served. Music will be performed by Dennis Paddock and Elena Kaufman. Refreshments and fellowship are enjoyed after the servbice. Senior Pastor Arthur Kaufman will observe his 95th birthday on April 11. Friends are encouraged to send cards and notes to him, at P. O. Box 220, River Pines, CA 95675. The church is located in River Pines on Shenandoah Road and Emigrant Trail. For further information, call Pastor David, at 217-7079.
Passover Dinner & Seder
The Mother Lode Jewish Community will host its annual Passover Dinner and Seder in Murphys, on Saturday, April 19. Everyone is welcome. The cost is $20 per adult, $15 per child for MLJC members, and $25 per adult, $20 per child for non-members; there is no charge for children under 6. Contact motherlodejc@ yahoo.com, or 533-1650, for more information. The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode. New members are most welcome. Visit motherlodejc.org, for more information and a calendar of May and June events.
The Healing Word
Tune Up your marriage with a special Marriage Seminar, Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., lunch provided. There is no admission fee, and the seminar is open to all. Men, enjoy breakfast with Pastor Dave Wilson and friends, Saturday, April 19, from 9 to 11 a.m. This month’s Women’s Breakfast is a Baby Shower for Amador Pregnancy Center. Bring a gift, Saturday April 26, from 9 to 11 a.m. Food and clothing for whosoever needs it is available Thursdays and Fridays, from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday service is at 10:30 a.m., with a lunch social afterward. Study the Bible with us: Monday Men’s Study, at
25percent discount on dinner, and a 20 percent discount fat Baskin Robbins. Reserve a coupon by calling 267-0108.
AAUW Home Tour
This year, the 42nd annual Home Tour, sponsored by the American Association of University Women’s Amador Branch, will take place in the historic town of Sutter Creek. The tour will be Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will feature the “Jewels of the Mother Lode,” four homes and one inn. Docents will guide ticket holders, and tea and cookies will be served. An art show, special lunch
7 p.m.; Wednesday Women’s Study, at 1 p.m.; and Family Night Wednesdays, at 6 p.m. Join The Healing Word, a Foursquare Gospel Church, at 26675 Tiger Creek Road, on the corner of Highway 88, in Pioneer, Pastor Mary Ann Barcklay presiding. For details, call 295-8699, Wednesday through Friday, from 1 to 4:30 p.m., or write [email protected].
Sophia’s Well of Wisdom
The month of April brings a focus on The Principles of Oneness at the weekly Sunday classes. Next Sunday – “The Best Things in Life are Free.” Meditation begins at 10 a.m., and Wisdom Circle begins at 11a.m. Easter Sunday combines meditation and circle in one class with topic, “Resurrection: Our Divine Potential,” from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monthly Healing Circle is on Saturday, April12, at 10 a.m. Spiritual Care is provided by appointment. The multi-faith spiritual center is located at 270 Hanford Street, in Sutter Creek. Visit sophiaswell.org, to see the calendar of events available at The Well, or contact Rev. Patsy Walker Fine, at 418-9003.
Jackson United Methodist
Celebrate your Scottish roots on Sunday, April 6, at Jackson United Methodist Church, with “Kirkin O’ of the Tartan.” Services begin at 11 a.m. The church is located at 120 Church Street. Communion services with peanut butter and coupon donations have been postponed until Palm Sunday, April 13. Wednesday Bible Study is in the Daffodil Room, at 3:33 p.m. Saturday “Break Bread with Friends” is in Celebration Room, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The free program is open to anyone who is hungry. For more information, call 223-1884.
SC United Methodist Church
“Eternity – Your Place in the Story,” will be the sermon topic on Sunday, April 6. Pastor Tim Gravatt or Pastor Tom
venues and wine tasting will round out the tour. Tickets are $ 22 in advance and $ 25 on tour day. For more information, contact [email protected], call 245-6052, or visit the AAUW website, at aauwamador.org. Proceeds provide scholarships for local women.
New Horizons
Introducing New Horizons grief support group sponsored by Daneri Mortuary. Loss of any kind can be devastating. Surviving that loss doesn’t have to be journeyed alone. Join us on our leisure
Widlund will preside, with Scripture from Revelation 21:1-5, 22-1-6. The service will begin at 11 a.m., with coffee and fellowship in the Social Hall afterward. Sutter Creek United Methodist Church is located at 14 Main Street. The church office is open Tuesday through Thursday, from 1 to 4 p.m. The pastors’ office hours are Tuesday, from 1 to 4 p.m. Call 267-0226 for more information.
Starting Point
Join us Thursday evenings, at 5 p.m., at The Cellar, in the Hotel Sutter, for “Starting Point – Find Your Place in the Story.” Grab a glass of wine, some great food, and plan to spend some time in relaxed conversation as we explore what it means to connect our story with God’s story. For more information, please contact Pastor Tom Widlund, at [email protected].
Community Christian School
Community Christian School is hosting a its 33rd Anniversary Celebration, on Friday, April 11, at 5:30 p.m. Special guests will include all 26 years of Mrs. Cartwright’s graduating Kindergarteners. If you, or someone you know, has been blessed to be among Mrs. Cartwright’s Kindergarteners, please make sure you pass along the information, and RSVP to attend, at [email protected], or call 296-7773 x237.
Stations of the Cross
Each Friday, reflect on the mystery of Jesus’ gift of himself to us by praying the Stations of the Cross. Most of the Catholic churches also have a free Soup Supper. Schedule: St. Bernard, in Volcano, 5 p.m.; St. Mary of the Mountains, in Plymouth, 5:30 p.m., with Soup Supper following; Our Lady of the Pines, in Buckhorn, 5:30 p.m., with Soup Supper following; St. Katharine Drexel, in Martell, 6 p.m., Soup Supper happens first, followed by Stations; and Sacred Heart, in Ione, at 7 p.m., with Mass following.
activities offered each month. On April 19, come for a delicious Burger Barbecue. Bring a side dish or dessert to share. Meet at the Sutter Creek Post office parking lot, at 11 a.m., for a caravan to Nanci’s home, at 17465 Rancho Canyon Road, Sutter Creek. Please call if you plan to attend the event, at 296-2561.
See’s Easter Candy
The Kiwanis Club of Amador County will sell mouth-watering See’s Candy for Easter, April 10 through 19, at the Candy Wagon, in the Savemart Shopping Center, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., each day.
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Hospice of Amador honors its volunteers Via PRESS RELEASE
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Forty years ago, President Richard Nixon declared the first National Volunteer Week to recognize Americans who give of their time and talents to benefit others. This was the same year, 1974, that the Connecticut Hospice – one of the first hospices in the country – opened its doors, changing the way dying persons were cared for in the U.S. During National Volunteer Week, April 6 through 12, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, is honoring its dedicated volunteers who provide support, companionship and dignity to members of the community facing serious and life-limiting illness. “Hospice care began as a grassroots volunteer-driven movement in this country 40 years ago, and without volunteers, we could not do the work we have been doing at Hospice of Amador & Calaveras since 1982,” said Dan Riordan, Executive Director. More than 200 volunteers provide thousands of hours per year to help HOAC care for patients and families in the community. This also includes volunteer hours at the thrift stores raising funds to help support patient care. Hospice volunteers often serve patients
the U.S. are cared for by hospice every year. Hospice volunteers help the people they serve live every moment of life to the fullest and enable the organizations they work with to achieve their mission in the community. Most hospice volunteers choose to give their time helping others because of their own experience with the compassionate care hospice provided to a dying loved one. It is federally manPHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH dated under Medicare that five percent of all and families at the bedside, but they also patient care hours be assist in the office, help raise awareness, provided by trained volunteers reflecting contribute to educational programs, pro- the vital role that volunteers play in the vide fundraising support and more. provision of care. Our agency proudly The National Hospice and Palliative reports between nine and ten percent Care Organization reports that there are each month. an estimated 400,000 trained hospice volFor those interested in learning more unteers providing more than 19 million about hospice or volunteer opportunities, hours of service to hospice programs each visit hospiceofamador.org, or call 223year. An estimated 1.6 million patients in 5500.
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What is Nar-Anon? The Nar-Anon Family Groups are a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. As a TwelveStep Program, we offer our help by sharing our experience, strength and hope. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of adiction in a relative or friend. Nar-Anon members are relatives and friends wo are concerned about the addiction or drug problem of another. NarAnon Members are relatives and friends who are concerned about the addiction or drug problem of another. Nar-Anon’s program of recovery is adapted from Narcotics Anonymous, and uses NarAnon’s Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts of Service. If someone you care about struggles with addiction, Nar-Anon may be a place where you will find others just like you to share concerns and solutions. Nar-Anon can help you find some answers and some peace. New meetings are being formed, including a weekly Upcountry Nar-Anon meeting on Thursdays, at 7 p.m., at the Sierra Baptist Church, located at 26355 Buckhorn Ridge Road, in Pioneer.
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VTC presents cautionary tale of parenting Via PRESS RELEASE [email protected]
“Once it was believed that the very physical fact of parenthood brought with it an instinctive wisdom that enabled one to rear children wisely and well.” (Littledale, American Academy of Pediatrics, 1930). Fade to Helen and John as they stand over a bassinet, smiling warmly at their pink-cheeked baby. It’s a cozy scene until the baby cries! Through satire and good-humored wackiness, Christopher Durang’s absurdist pen has scripted a dark comedy about the difficulties of parenthood (a word introduced into modern vocabulary in the mid-1800’s). Volcano Theatre Company begins the 2014 season with, “Baby with the Bathwater,” directed by Christopher Thebaut and assisted by Victoria Wertheimer. The “Bathwater” cast includes Loren Burton, Shannon Harmon, Jessica Blankenship, Josh Lewis, Roxanne Fausett, Alana Hein, Kay Sutton, Christina Lynn and Jenna Betancourt. Watch this cast navigate the perils of raising a child with self-centered and inept parenting
“Baby with the Bathwater” runs April 12 through May 15. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH skills. Join the fun at the Cobblestone Theatre, in Volcano, April 12 through May 15, with three Sunday matinees on April 20, 27 and May 4. Friday and Saturday curtain is at 8 p.m., and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Theater doors open 30 minutes before show time for this cautionary tale of parenting (with some adult language and themes). Tickets are available online, at volcanotheatre. org; at Hein & Co. Books, located at 204 Main Street, Jackson, and at the door. General adult tickets $16, and seniors (62 and over) are tickets $14.
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by ten intrepid actors. Bring your family and help Phylodendron and Rotodendron work their magic spells, and vote for your favorite beauty contestant:
Up-Country Drama presents a wild and wacky farce, “Mother Goose Is Eaten By Werewolves,” by Steph DeFerie, for children of all ages — especially those between 4 and 104. This is not a typical fairytale. You may have to put away your preconceived notions about wolves in fiarytales. Be prepared to get your giggles going when Mother Goose learns there are real werewolves in the production and refuses to take the stage. Luckily, some adventurous “audience” members — a determined Fairy Godmother, a Pictured above are Jake Schultz, Dani Brodi, Bailee Monson and Connor Christeson. PHOTO BY L. K. HARRIS misunderstood witch, a skittish prince and a friendly wolf — tell the complete story of, “Sleeping Beauty,” Bertha Ratcatcher, Stella Arpit, Festering from their own viewpoints, and each Pustule or Prune Danish. believes his/her version is right. And if “Mother Goose Is Eaten By Wereyou think there is no wolf in “Sleeping wolves” runs Friday, April 4, at 7 p.m., Beauty,” you’ll be in for a surprise when and Saturday, April 5, at 2 p.m., at Wolf proves that his is the most importPioneer Elementary School, located at ant character in the story. 24625 Highway 88, in Pioneer, just opThere are more than 30 colorful posite the 3,000-foot elevation marker. characters, including three kings, three Tickets at the door are $3.50 per princes, a queen, two wolves, peasants, person, or $12 for a Family 4-Pack. For wisewomen and talking vines, played details, call Lisa Harris, at 295-1961.
Argonaut Drama’s Beginning Drama class presents, “Hansel and Gretel: the Untold Story,” a fractured fairy tale for children. All four performances are free and open to the public, April 8, at 10:30 a.m., and April 10, 14 and 16, at 12:30 p.m. Performances will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room, at Argonaut High School, and will last approximately 35 minutes. Argonaut Drama’s 2013-2014 season is sponsored by the Jackson Rancheria. For more information, visit argonautdrama.com.
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Annie’s Mailbox Having your cake and eating it too Dear Annie: In the past four years, my wife has become friendly with a male co-worker. The two of them phone each other often and send an enormous number of text messages, often more than 100 a week. These calls and text messages are not work related. At her mother’s house, she disappears into the bathroom for a long stretch, and when I check our cellphone account, I see that she was on the phone with him during that time. I also have overheard parts of their conversations in which she complains that he hasn’t made enough personal time for her. This guy picks her up on holiday mornings and takes her out for breakfast. In fact, any day they have off of work, he comes to our house while I’m at my job. During this same period, my wife changed her hairstyle, purchased blouses that show more cleavage and started wearing thong panties. She insists that she and this co-worker are just friends, but with all of these things going on, I find it hard to believe there isn’t more to it. Our children are grown and married. We have discussed getting a divorce on multiple occasions. My wife wants to keep the house, but can’t afford to pay me for my half of it. I have tried to move forward with a separation, but she fights me every step of the way. I don’t know what to do anymore. Any suggestions? -- Had Enough Dear Had: You are moving toward a divorce, but would you rather your wife stop seeing the other guy so you can reconcile? Would she give him up? If you are considering a reconciliation, insist that your wife go with you for counseling and see what can be repaired. Otherwise, talk to an attorney about a legal separation. Your wife’s cooperation, while helpful, is not a necessity, provided money doesn’t become the sole focus. Dear Annie: I’ve been seeing “Charles” for two years, and I am at my wits’ end with his eating habits. He just turned 21, but eats like a 5-year-old. During a meal, he
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chews with his mouth open, smacks his lips and speaks with his mouth full. He makes a giant mess and refuses to wipe his hands if they get food on them, saying, “It doesn’t bother me.” Charles frequently attends family get-togethers at my house, where it is impossible to ignore the lip-smacking and open-mouth chewing. Both of my sisters and my parents have said something confidentially to me regarding Charles’ eating habits. I once or twice kindly asked when we were alone whether he could chew with his mouth closed. He laughed it off, saying his parents tried to teach him table manners when he was younger, but they didn’t stick. Charles just started a new job where lunch meetings are frequent. I’d hate for him to embarrass himself in front of his bosses. How do I address the situation? Apparently, my kind requests are not getting the job done. -- Fed Up in Wisconsin Dear Fed: Don’t be so kind. Explain to Charles that most civilized people are disgusted by such habits, and that he risks his reputation (and promotions) at work if he cannot demonstrate basic table manners. Ask whether he’d like you to sign him up for an etiquette class. That boy needs serious help. We hope he has the intelligence to admit it. Dear Annie: This is for the son who called his dad cheap. My father grew up during the Depression and often went to bed hungry. He didn’t buy anything unless he needed it. He saved for a rainy day, and I am so grateful he did. It allowed us to put my mother into an excellent nursing home. He wanted us to never be as poor as he had been. Thank you, Dad. -- Your Child Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to [email protected], or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2014 CREATORS.COM
Horiscopes by Holiday Last Day of Venus in Aquarius You may feel momentarily helpless to change what needs changing, but this, too, will pass as your perspective shifts. Venus in Aquarius helps with a public service announcement: You may be spinning on a mote of dust suspended in a sunbeam, but everyone you know, love, admire, despise or strive to be like is on the same ride. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re engaged in solving a real problem, and you’re not doing it for your health. There’s something you want, so ask for it. Be forthright. Be the one to set the next appointment or ask for a commitment. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll produce something interesting. While this definitely has merit, you’ll have to take it one step further if you want to get somewhere with this. Answer the hard question: “Why should anyone care?” GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your instincts will
give you an edge in all of your dealings, even the extremely logical ones. You see past how much things cost and effectively factor the intangibles into an assessment of true value. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Not everyone is as happy and well adjusted as you. People will adopt a more serious tone than you think they need. Your response is what will escalate or deflate the intensity. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Work that was going fine yesterday suddenly hits a wonky patch. Start with you, not the problem you are having. How are you being affected? Chances are the dynamic is messing with your perceived status or role. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Unless you write down what you do today, you’re likely to lose track of it, and that would be a shame. The long list of (seemingly easy or at least easy for you) tasks you burn through is a testament to a life you can be proud of. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re not out to do anything groundbreaking, but you do feel a strong
sense of responsibility and a driving desire to do your very best. By following those two imperatives, you could accidentally break ground despite your intentions. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If you get the feeling that someone is running a script on you, you immediately are turned off. You’re an individual who deserves, gives and receives custom-catered treatment. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The middle section of a long-term project is somewhat frustrating. Even though you’ve done quite a bit of work, gained a great deal of skill and shown impressive fortitude, there is still a long road ahead. Take heart! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). What is routine for you will be brand-new to the other person. Empathize and go slowly enough through each step that the other person can keep up. Check in often to make sure you’re both on the same page. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When you hear the word “no,” be bold enough to ask whether you made a mistake of some kind. If you really want to hear
the answer, you’ll learn something that will lead to the “yes” you seek. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Before you discount the complainers in your midst, consider that these types actually may be making a gesture of good faith. Inside that (rather annoying) concern will be some valuable information. TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 4). It doesn’t matter how many times you have conquered your fear before, when you do it this time, it will be a truly special experience that elevates you in every sense. An exciting relationship brings unpredictable fun to the next five weeks. In June, a stellar referral leads to work and money. Invest in July. Pisces and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 23, 21, 48 and 30. If you would like to write to Holiday Mathis, please go to www.creators.com and click on “Write the Author” on the Holiday Mathis page, or you may send her a postcard in the mail. To find out more about Holiday Mathis and read her past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2014 CREATORS.COM
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Announcements Births
Elicia Marie Cloward was born March 14, 2014, at Sutter Amador Hospital, in Jackson, to Katie Hiatt and Dylan Cloward, of Jackson. Baby Elicia weighed 5 pounds 2 oucnes, and measured 18 inches in length. Grandmother is Claudia Cloward.
Thomas and Tomelene Campbell, of Ione, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Thomas, a retired professional land surveyor, and Tomelene, a homemaker, were married April 4, 1964. Together they have two sons, Mike, of Saint Augustine, Florida, and Jeff, of Tampa, Florida. Their sons recently issued a press release stating, “You guys do great work together. Just look at how we tuned out. Wishing you a very happy Golden Wedding Anniversary! Love, Mike and Jeff.”
Roger Dale Chandler III was born March 16, 2014, at 7:50 p.m., at Sutter Amador Hospital, in Jackson, to Shahana Martin and Roger Chandler Jr., of Ione. He weighed 9 pounds 6 ounces, and measured 21 inches in length. Baby Roger is welcomed by sisters Kylie and Alaya. Grandparents are Roger Sr. and Shelly Chandler, and Mitch and Dorothy Ashline. Paisley Grace Gutzman was born March 17, 2014, at 11:09 a.m., at Sutter Amador Hospital, in Jackson, to Zach and Emily Gutzman, of Pioneer. She weighed 6 pounds 14 ounces, and measured 18.5 inches in length. Baby Paisley is welcomed by brothers Jayden and Oliver. Grandparents are Frank and Lorri Duarte, and Ron and Sabrina Gutzman.
Dean’s List
Mariah Esparza, of Sutter Creek, a 2013 graduate of Amador High School, was named to the Dean’s List at California State University, Stanislaus, for
the 2013 Fall semester. Esparza maintained a 3.8 GPA, carrying 17 units, majoring in English and participating in theater. Esparza was joined by her mother, Ronna, at a dinner on Feb. 17, honoring those who were named to the Dean’s List.
Academic Decathlon
Mountain Oaks School is the 2014 Calaveras County Champion Academic Decathlon Team. With their amazing dedication, focus and an exhausting study schedule of the ten separate subjects, the team moved up two places in Division III, at the California State Competition, in Sacramento, on March 20 through 23. The team placed 56th out of the top 65 teams in the entire state, with a team score of 34,198.6. The team competed in Honors, Scholastic and Varsity Levels with juniors Rebecca Boulden, Logan Moody, Christian Wilson; sophomores Lars Thompson, Joe Finch; and freshmen Joel Randolph, Connor Broderick, Rozlyn Walker and Naomi Elias. They were supported by the coach, Rose Justi, and all the teachers and parents who taught them well. Joel Randolph earned silver medals in Economics, Science and Social Science in the Scholastic Level, and the overall top Mountian Oaks’ score. Conor Broderick, of Amador, earned a Gold medal in Language and Literature in the Scholastic Level.d
Amador County loses one of its sons By CAROLYN SCHMITZ [email protected]
Sean “Stanley” Leary, avid climber, inventor and mountain adventurer, passed away on March 13, 2014, while wingsuit/BASE jumping in Utah’s Zion National Park. He was in the area to work on a film project with the BBC. Leary, who grew up in Amador County, graduated from Amador High Shcool in 1993, as a “less than exciting high school student,” according to his mother, Mary Mullan. It was no reflection on his intelligence, though. Leary went on to make a living by doing what he loved. He worked as a stuntman for film, as a rigger for climbing and sports photography, as a wingsuit and BASE jumber, and as a problem-solver for expeditions including National Geographic. He also created tools and improved upon existing
Sean and his dog, Nexie, enjoy the outdoors. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH
technology to make what he loved doing easier for himself and others to achieve. “As far as I know,” Mullan recalled fondly, “Sean never worked a day in his life.” SEE LEARY, PAGE 27
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Jackson Rancheria welcomes Jefferson Starship to the Grand Oak Ballroom stage Friday, April 18 at 7 p.m. Join us as we help Jefferson Starship celebrate 40 years of music history. Created by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Paul Kantner and David Freiberg. Both were original members of the band Jefferson Airplane, a rock and roll group based out of San Francisco in the mid 1960’s, which disbanded right before Jefferson Starship was born. Jefferson Starship has performed at Woodstock, at the Altamont with the Rolling Stones and has shared the stage with Grateful Dead and Janis Joplin. Their music helped define a generation centered on environmental awareness, anti-war activism and civil rights. This past June, Jefferson Starship broadcasted their performance from the Lugano Jazz Festival, in Switzerland, to all of Europe. They are fronted by singer Cathy Richardson, star of “Love, Janis,” long time drummer Donny Baldwin, bassist Chris Smith and guitarist Jude Gold.
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Will Call opens at 5 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Come and celebrate 40 years of Jefferson Starship, Rancheria Style. Tickets are on sale now starting at $20 for Dreamcatcher’s Club members, available only at the Casino Cashier’s Cage, and starting at $40 for
non-Dreamcatcher’s Club members, available at the Casino Cashier’s Cage or online at JacksonCasino.com. Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is located at 12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson, CA 95642. For more information, call 800-822-WINN or visit JacksonCasino.com.
Leary FROM PAGE 26 Learning to read before kindergarten, Leary and his elementary school pals were part of the reason GATE was introduced to Pine Grove School, according to Mullan. The group went to the state level of Odyssey of the Mind. He was an Amador Polar Bear record-setter Leary earned his Eagle Scout distinction in local Boy Scout Troop 63. It was in scouting, under Dr. Dennis Nousaine’s tutilege, where Leary learned to climb, and his passion for it quickly grew. “He was the best not-famous, not heavily sponsored Yosemite climber of his generation,” said Dougald MacDonald, editor of the American Alpine Journal and editor-at-large for “Climbing” magazine. “He was just about at the same level as Alex Honnold, Dean Potter, Tommy Caldwell, and other superstars, but he stayed out of the limelight.” Leary leaves behind a close family who are mourning their loss and celebrating a life well lived. His wife, Dr. Annamieka Leary, is expecting their first child next month. He also leaves behind his mother, father and step-mother John and Patti Leary; his beloved grandmother, Colleen Lane; siblings and countless friends, teachers, co-workers and fans.
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Jackson Rancheria announces upcoming RV Park schedule Via PRESS RELEASE [email protected]
Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort announced today that a Memorial Day Barbecue by the pool on Saturday, May 24, will kick off a summer schedule full of events at Jackson Rancheria’s top-rated RV Park. New this summer, the RV Park features an eight-hole putting green for park guests to enjoy. The putting green is approximately 5,000 square feet, and was constructed by Southwest Greens. Southwest Greens specializes in high-end synthetic-turf greens, and builds putting greens all around the world for private and professional use, including for professional golfers Sergio Garcia, Justin Rose and Jack Nicklaus. The RV Park will host a putting tournament at the putting green on June 7. “The RV Park at Jackson Rancheria offers guests the chance to relax outdoors with great views of the countryside, but still enjoy many modern amenities,” said Rich Hoffman, CEO of Jackson Rancheria. “The events are a lot of fun for everyone who stays at the park, and the new putting green just adds one more way for
Jackson Rancheria’s RV Park is a great summertime destination. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH guests to enjoy the experience.” Summer events are open to all guests staying at the Jackson Rancheria RV Park. RV PARK SCHEDULE Memorial Day BBQ by the Pool -12 p.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 24 Putting Tournament Saturday, June 7 Win exciting prizes on the beautiful new putting green. Munnerlyn’s Ice Cream Social – 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21 Independence Day Weekend, BBQ by the pool- 12 p.m.-2 p.m.
Saturday, July 5 BBQ and Movie Night by the pool Saturday, July 19 Featuring: Pirates of the Caribbean BBQ at 7 p.m., Movie begins at 8 p.m. Jamba Juice Social 12 p.m. -2 p.m. Saturday, August 2 BBQ and Movie Night by the pool Saturday, August 16 Featuring: Splash BBQ at 7 p.m., Movie begins at 8 p.m. Labor Day BBQ by the pool – 12 p.m. – 2 p.m Saturday, August 30 Jackson Rancheria’s RV Park remains one of North America’s highest rated RV Parks, most recently receiving the coveted Top 100 Good Sam Parks Award with a perfect 10/10/10 rating. RV PARK AMENITIES - 100 Full hookup spots - 20-30-50 AMP power - Free Cable TV - Heated pool and two spas - Free 24-hour shuttle to the Casino & Hotel - Nearby 24-hour General Store with touchless RV wash, groceries, food and drinks - Check-in package includes gaming,
dining & shopping discounts - 24-hour surveillance - Pets welcome - Wi-Fi Internet - Clubhouse with kitchen, fireplace, big screen television - Catering service - Guest BBQ area - Restrooms with showers - Laundry room open 24-hours - Propane available - Water and sewer hookups - Dump station - Horseshoes, volleyball, walking path - 8-hole putting green For more information on the Jackson Rancheria RV Park or to book a reservation, call 800-822-WINN or visit JacksonCasino.com. Located in the Sierra foothills town of Jackson, Calif., Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is owned by the Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians, a federally recognized Indian tribe. A sovereign government, the Rancheria is dedicated to developing projects that not only enhance the tribe’s ability to remain self-reliant, but also reflect a commitment to be a good neighbor.
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NEWEST OFFERS 2nd Annual Spring Fling April 19th 10-4 Townhall on Main St. Downtown Mokelumne Hill Hess Family Farms
286-1393
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245-5200
11555 Shenandoah Rd. Plymouth
Complimentary Consultation
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286-1401
8304 Main St. Jackson
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Across from Safeway
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209.257.2712
Deadlines: Mondays by 5pm
Help Wanted
Amador County Unified School District- Substitute Bus Driver needed. Apply online at Edjoin.org Driver endorsements Class B/P/S. Class starts April 14th-April 19th. For more information contact Transportation at 257-5184 HANDYMAN WANTED - Plumbing, electrical skills. Licensed, insured, ongoing small jobs, Amador County (209) 770-6854 JEFF HOLMAN AUTO CENTER Now accepting applications for Smog Technicians and Journeyman Mechanic, F/T, benefits, vacation pay, Mon-Fri. For details contact Mike Ginnelly 209-223-1777 Jackson Job Title: Community Specialist / Part Time (0-27.5 hours per week), Calaveras Campus. Looking for energetic, positive, organized individual to provide training and support to adults with developmental disabilities in order to facilitate living skills, well–being, satisfaction, and community involvement for consumers. Applications will only be considered if mailed or delivered to 75 Academy Drive Sutter Creek CA 95685, by the deadline. Applications shall include a resume and three professional references. For more information see www.arcofamador.org Kit Carson Nursing and Rehab has openings for CNA’s & experienced RN’s & LVN’s w/ computer knowledge. Please come in to 811 Court St. Jackson and fill out an application to join our team. See DSD MACHINIST, P/T, 3 days/wk to start. 5 yrs min exp on manual mills & CNC. Paid holidays, health plan, PTO & profit sharing). Must be able to lift 50 lb. Wage DOE. Pine Grove area. EOE. Fax resume to 209-296-5124 ATTN: DRIVERS: $$$ Get Loaded $$$. Experience Pays – up to 50 cpm. New KWs. CDL-A Req. Call 877258-8782 www.ad-drivers.com (CalSCAN) EXPERIENCED CLASS A OTR DRIVERS, Clean MVR, Run the Midwest & West Coast, No East Coast, Scheduled Home Time, No Touch Freight,
New Kenworth T660, Competitive Pay & Benefits. Call 800-645-3748. (CalSCAN) EXPERIENCED DRIVER OR RECENT GRAD? With Swift, you can grow to be an award-winning Class A CDL driver. We help you achieve Diamond Driver status with the best support there is. As a Diamond Driver, you earn additional pay on top of all the competitive incentives we offer. The very best, choose Swift. • Great Miles = Great Pay • Late-Model Equipment Available • Regional Opportunities • Great Career Path • Paid Vacation • Excellent Benefits Please Call: (520) 226-4362 (Cal-SCAN) Owner Operator $5000 Sign-on Bonus ~Teams up to $350,000/year! Solos up to $175,000/year, $2500 Sign-on Bonus! DEDICATED HOME WEEKLY! Forward Air 888-652-5611. (Cal-SCAN) Truck Drivers - Obtain Class A CDL in 2 ½ weeks. Company Sponsored Training. Also Hiring Recent Truck School Graduates, Experienced Drivers. Must be 21 or Older. Call: (866) 275-2349. (Cal-SCAN) The Arc of Amador and Calaveras, seeks an Executive Manager to direct all aspects of the agencies resource development and operational needs under the direction of the Executive Director - including but not limited to: employee trainings, data entry, strategic planning, annual and special fund drives; major gifts; planned giving; and special events. The successful candidate will work with employees and volunteers to develop, implement, and supervise a variety of initiatives designed to create and/or enhance the mission, vision, and direction of The Arc. For full announcement and directions to apply visit www.arcofamador.org employment section. Position closes April 17, 2014.
Plasses Resort now accepting application for the summer season. From 6-1-2014 to 9-15-2014 depending on job. Positions Cook, Waiters, Maintenance, Office, Store Clerk, Camp Host. Please send resume to Plasses Resort PO Box 476 Sutter Creek, Ca 95685 or Call 209-2232551 ask for Jennifer. PT/Temp Laborer wanted. Job duties incl. sacking clay, equip. operation, general plant duties. Must have flexible schedule & ability to repeatedly lift 50lb bags of clay. Pay starts $10 per hour. Apply at Ione Minerals, 8631 State Hwy 124, Ione. Ione Minerals is an EOE & a drug/alcohol free workplace. Water Utility Worker – 1 Requires knowledge and ability to perform maintenance, installation, operation and repair of valves, mains, services, pumps and related water system facilities. Must possess a CDPH Water Distribution 1 certificate. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on April 11, 2014. To obtain an application and job description contact Calaveras Public Utility District office, 506 W. St. Charles, San Andreas, CA, (209)754-9442, www.cpud.org or e mail request to [email protected]
Business Services Cat Trapping - Now offered in Ione, Camanche, Jackson & Sutter Creek. APAL Humane Society 304-0928
Business Services One call, does it all! Fast and Reliable Handyman Services. Call ServiceLive and get referred to a pro today: Call 800-958-8267 (Cal-SCAN) DID YOU KNOW 7 IN 10 Americans or 158 million U.S. Adults read content from newspaper media each week? Discover the Power of Newspaper Advertising. For a free brochure call 916-288-6011 or email cecelia@cnpa. com (Cal-SCAN)
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Health Services
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Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 800799-4811 for $750 Off. (Cal-SCAN)
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Medical Guardian - Top-rated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more - only $29.95 per month. 800-761-2855 (Cal-SCAN)
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Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 75 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 1-800-273-0209 for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. (Cal-SCAN)
2008 Chevy Silverado, 2500HD Diesel, extended cab, 4WD, 75,000 Tonneau Cover 85 gal. fuel capacity bedslide & more, exc condition, $32,995 OBO. (209) 223-9008
Financial Services Guaranteed Income For Your Retirement. Avoid market risk & get guaranteed income in retirement! CALL for FREE copy of our SAFE MONEY GUIDE Plus Annuity Quotes from A-Rated companies! 800-748-3013 (Cal-SCAN) Reduce Your Past Tax Bill by as much as 75 Percent. Stop Levies, Liens and Wage Garnishments. Call The Tax DR Now to see if you Qualify. 1-800-4981067. (Cal-SCAN)
Vehicles Wanted
Vehicles for Sale
1999 Chrysler 300M, Dk green, sun roof, cream leather, new brakes + rear tires, excel cond., $3099. (209) 296-5681
Lost & Found FOUND - Western hat carrier, Jackson Thomi’s parking lot 3-26-14, call to claim (209) 296-7482 Ladies ring FOUND 3/31/14 in Sutter Creek. Call to identify 267-5647.
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Mobile Home for Sale MOBILE HOME - Reduced to $27,500 OBO, Very nice on large corner lot, 3BD/2BA, on seasonal creek, large redwood deck, awnings all around, fenced shed, space rent only $300/ mo. includes garbage, Ione Mobile Home Park, 1311 West Marlette Sp 12. 274-2901
Deadline: Mondays by 5pm
Email ads to [email protected] or call (209) 257-2712
Manufactured Homes for Sale
55 & over community #110 2BD/2BA with open spaces behind home $65,000 #139 3BD/2BA newer unit with new A/C unit across from pool $78,500 #135 2BD/2BA Nice backyard and landscaping $92,500 #40 3BD/2BA NEW EVERYTHING $99,500 #164-3BD/2BA large home with tiered landscape $110,000 #189 3BD/2BA Wood floors and gorgeous views $125,000 #202 3BD/2BA Nice porch with beautiful view $125,000 #206 3BD/2BA Blue Pearl Granite Countertops $135,000 Call Kimm for showings 209-351-2406 or go to www.kimmbullard.com BRE #01802251
Garage Sales
MOVING SALE SUNDAY 4/6 8-4 13651 Cassenelli Ranch Rd Sutter Creek Lots of bargains, everything must go! Furniture, toys, tools, household items, utility trailer, yard equip & much more! GARAGE SALE Saturday Only April 5th 406 Shakely Lane, Ione Items; Desk, TV, VCR, and VCR tapes, 2 TIVOS & Misc stuff
Office Space for Rent Mallo Gold Mine Plaza in Pine Grove Commercial office for lease, currently a medical doctor office. Approximately 1165 square feet, $1475 per month includes water and garbage collection. Contact Stuart at [email protected] or 209-296-3600
Pine Grove office suite available for lease. 380 sq ft +/-. $450.00 per month includes water and garbage. Shared bathroom. Great location. Excellent for bookkeeping or insurance type business. Contact Stuart 209-296-3600. Mallo’s Gold Mine Plaza. Available now.
Duplexes for Rent JACKSON DUPLEX - $615/mo., 1BD/1BA, Water/Garbage paid, small deck area, close to town. Call 209-223-3422
Garage Sales
ESTATE SALE SAT 4/5 #76 PARK DR Rollingwood Estates (20 Rollingwood Dr) 2 refrigerators, oak rolltop desk, new recliner, henry pearl art, kitchen items, appliances, misc tools, small safe, royal albert teacups. MOVING SALE Saturday Only 9-3 116 Center St. Jackson Tools, patio furniture, treadmill and glider, computer stand & etc. YARD SALE Sat 4/4 & Sun 4/5 7-2 467 Quailhollow Dr. Ione Furniture, bedrm set, lamps. clothes, toys, bikes & more.
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223-3334
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BINGO! 1st, 3rd, & 5th Mondays at the Italian Picnic Grounds 6:30pm
304-6947
Amador County Recreation Agency
10% OFF FIRST BOOKING! Singing Steve Johnson
293-3139
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Early Dinner Special Buy one entree, Get second 50% off between 5pm & 6pm
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Student Discounts on Summer Shows!
Indoor/Outdoor Venues all year long!
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SHOPPING Case & Wine Club DISCOUNTS!
Free Bag of Charcoal
Pellets for $5.49/bag By the pallet only $4.99/bag
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10422 State Hwy 49 Jackson
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over 20 wines available throughout the year Cooper Vineyards
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WE BUY, SELL & TRADE 296-5556
21800 Hwy 88 Suite E Pine Grove
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Locally Owned & Operated 9 N State Hwy 49-88
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with mention of this ad
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12056 Industry Blvd Jackson Next to Safeway
50% OFF Super Saturday!
must purchase a min of $10
GreatFinds Foodbank & Thriftshop
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460 Hwy 49 Sutter Creek
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@ 10:30 AM
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Browns English Toffee
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Spring Fling Saturday, April 19th 245-4099
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Apartments for Rent
Kennedy Meadows Apts
Amador County Property Management (209) 223-9900 www.amadorrentals.com PIONEER 16064 Cedar Heights North 1BD/1BA Guest House $600/mo. + $900 Security Deposit No Pets 27621 Susan Lane 3BD/2BA $1050/mo. + $1350 Security Deposit One small pet negotiable
701 New York Ranch Rd. Jackson -2 Bedrooms $799 -3 Bedrooms $950 Water, Sewer, Garbage Included, W/D hookups, Carport Included, On site Clubhouse, Computer Room, BBQ Areas, Playground, Gas Range, Central Heat & Air, Private Patio & Balcony, Household Income, Restrictions Apply, Accessible Apts. Tour or Call: 257-0188 Professionally managed by Cambridge Real Estate Service
JACKSON 18190 Hwy 88 3BD/1.5BA Home $1100/mo. + $1400 Security Deposit No Pets 749 B North Main 2BD/1BA Apartment $725/mo. + $1025 Security Deposit No Pets 218 Agate Place 2BD/1BA Apartment $850/mo. + $1150 Security Deposit Small indoor pets negotiable IONE 504 B West Marlette 1BD/1BA Upstairs Duplex $600/mo. + $900 Sec Deposit No Pets BRE #01442260
Charcoal briquettes, 8 bags+ $30 (209) 286-1069
Pair of truck or car heavy steel ramps, brand new $25 (209) 286-1069
“SUTTER HILL PLACE”
Senior Apartments, Historic Gold Rush Country Spacious 1 Bedroom Apts Designed for Senior’s Needs Community Room Laundry Facility Centrally Located Starting at $650/mo. Small Pets Accepted 209-267-5770 Or 559-994-9139 Sutter Creek CA This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. CA Relay Service TDD 1 (800) 735-2929
JACKSON Studio Apt- View from hill, carport, patio, storage building, laundry, suitable for 1 person, no pets/ no smoking. $600/mo. + deposit (209) 223-1170 IONE 1BD & 2BD w/ Pool No Smoke, No Pets $625-$675/mo (408) 733-2276 or (209) 274-2759
Bargain Bin
Old lane cedar chest country chic $20 (209) 286-1069
DRYTOWN - Second story 1500 sq ft loft apt, lg kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, lg living rm, lg bathroom, lg master bedrm, nice view! New paint, carpet, central h/a, no smoking/dogs. First and sec deposit equal to rent req., $895/mo. Call Elaine 916-201-3757 to schedule appt.
Sutter Creek 1BD $850, 2BD $950 All New, Incl. wtr/swr/ garb/storage/cov prk. No Smoke Sutter Hill Apts Albert 304-5285
VOLCANO Studio/Apt - with laundry room, in town, yard, water paid. $575/ mo. + deposit (650) 875-8107
Mens shoes & boots, new or worn once, 8 pair+, $100, excellent name brands, size 13 & 14 (209) 286-1069
16695 Madrone Lane 1BD + Bonus Room/2BA $850/mo. + $1150 Security Deposit Pets negotiable RIVER PINES 14733 Emigrant Trail 2BD/2BA Home $775/mo. + $1075 Security Deposit Pets Negotiable - No Cats
DIAMOND PLACE APARTMENTS 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for income qualified households. 547 Lewis Ave., San Andreas 209-754-4643 Project federally financed. “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer” TDD Relay #800-735-2929
Silverware, service for 8 + extras, 1847 Rogers inlaid silver, $40 (209) 286-1069 Walkers large assorted $25 each (209) 286-1069
Wheelchair XL heavy like new $100 (209) 286-1069 New TV Stand, 4’Lx 2’T x 16”D w/ 2 cabinets, never used, paid $100 asking $60. (209) 295-5113
Two White Porcelain Sinks, Excellent condition w/ faucets and plumbing. $40 each. (209) 296-5898 Radiator Heater, $20. (209) 223-3638 2 Replacement Sides w/ plastic windows for ez up canopy/tent 10x10 w/ velcro, $25 (650) 868-0436 Baby Toilet seat, $4 Walker, $12 (209) 223-3638 Baby High Chair $18 Swing $10 (209) 223-3638 Tall Dresser 4 drawer, 30Wx18Dx39T, $35. (209) 295-5113 Long Dresser 6 drawer, 64Lx17D, $25. (209) 295-5113 Endtable/nightstand, wood; new $80. 223-3500 Jackson 2 End Tables 19”Tx23”x26”, $30. (209) 295-5113
TAILS OF THE WEEK In cooperation with A-PAL Humane Society To adopt call Amador Co. Animal Shelter 223-6378 www.amadorshelter.petfinder.org Photos by Sharleen Kent ANGEL is used to being in the house & sleeping on the bed. This 1 yr old doesn’t deserve to be an orphan at this point in her life. This is a special dog that needs a special person to love.
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SEEZICKS is a 10 year old, mellow & very loving gal. If it makes you happy, it makes her happy! Come see if she’s the one for you! Her bedroom eyes will definitely convince you to take her home!
Sponsored by ACART Amador County Animal Response Team
ROWDY is a one year old, male, Chihuahua/Doxie Mix & he is ready to play with you. He’s got much love to give and he would be happy and content just to be with you. Take him home today!
Sponsored by Dale & Sabina Turner
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Legals PUBLIC NOTICE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 14-CV-8757 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CASSIE MONTAGNE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: TAYLOR NEVAEH WEEKS Proposed Name: TAYLOR GRACE MONTAGNE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 5-09-2014 Time: 10:00am Dept: 2 The Address of the Court is: 500 Argonaut Lane Jackson, CA 95642 /s/ J.S. Hermanson April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D031 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File April 2, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk E. LACKEY, Deputy File No. 2014-102 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: ELITE HOME CARE LLC 25714 Alta Vista Ct. Pioneer, CA 95666 Elite Home Care LLC 25714 AltaVista Ct. Pioneer, CA 95666 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Elite Home Care LLC by Michael J. Davis President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date
indicated by file stamp above. April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D033 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 12, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, File No. 2014-078 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: TheBestIRS 15685 N. Cave Creek Rd Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ 85032 Dawg, Inc. 15685 N. Cave Creek Rd. Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ 85032 This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 24, 2014. /s/ Brad Dunlap, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E988 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 10, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk KIMBERLY L. GRADY, File No. 2014-077 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: ANODOS ARTS 114 Dennis St. Sutter Creek, CA 95685 PO Box 1175 Sutter Creek, CA 95685 Robert Greg Newman 114 Dennis St. PO Box 1175 Sutter Creek, CA 95685 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Robert Greg Newman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D014 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 17, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN,
File No. 2014-088 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: I AM BEAUTY 11310 Clinton Bar Rd Pine Grove, CA 956665 Barbejo Eberle 11310 Clinton Bar Rd Pine Grove, CA 95665 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 1, 2014. /s/ Barbejo Eberle This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E987 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 19, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, File No. 2014-089 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: CEG 10590 Shenandoah Rd Plymouth, CA 95669 PO Box 87 Plymouth, CA 95669 Bray Vineyards, LLC 10590 Shenandoah Rd Plymouth, CA 95669 This business is conducted by an Limited Liability Company. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 1, 2014. /s/ Robin P. Bray This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D007 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 19, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, File No. 2014-090 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: ABSOLUTELY YOURS GIFTS AND MORE 19609 Ponderosa Drive Pioneer, CA 95666 Sharon Barcklay 19609 Ponderosa Drive Pioneer, CA 95666
This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Sharon L. Barcklay This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D008 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 20, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk T. HURTADO, File No. 2014-092 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: GREEN HEAD TRUCKING 19265 W. Clinton Rd Jackson, CA 95642 PO Box 1767 Jackson, CA 95642 Clinton Aboussleman 19265 W. Clinton Road Jackson, CA 95642 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 4, 2014. /s/ Clinton Aboussleman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D010 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 21, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk T. HURTADO, File No. 2014-093 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: ALL COUNTY CONSTRUCTION 4056 Lakeview Dr. Ione, CA 95640 Kurt Todden 4056 Lakeview Dr. Ione, CA 95640 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 1, 2008. /s/ Kurt Todden This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date
indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D011 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 21, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk T. HURTADO, Deputy File No. 2014-303 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) have/has abandoned the use of following fictitious business name(s): PERFECT SCENTS INC. 11984 Hwy 88 Suite 2066 Jackson, CA 95642 The Fictitious Business Name Statement was filed on October 20, 2010 as File Number 2010-003 in the County of Amador Registered Owner(s): Perfect Scents Inc. 3025 Alhambra Dr. Ste 150 Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation. /s/ DeAnn Upchurch, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D015
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 24, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk T. HURTADO, File No. 2014-095 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: A CUT ABOVE 11984 State Hwy 88 Ste 2062 Jackson, CA 95642 Kelley A. Medellin 8100 Fuller Ln Jackson, CA 95642 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on October 31, 2013. /s/ Kelley Medellin This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D012
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 25, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk E. LACKEY, File No. 2014-096 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: FLASH N WEAR TEE’S 13551 Tabeaud Rd Pine Grove, CA 95665 Gilbert Vanover 13551 Tabeaud Rd Pine Grove, CA 95665 Cheryl Vanover 13551 Tabeaud Rd Pine Grove, CA 95665 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Cheryl Vanover This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D013 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 27, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, Deputy File No. 2014-098 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: JEANNE’S WHAT KNOTTS 118 Main St. Jackson, CA 95642 Jeanne Marie McCoy 18077 Ridge Rd. Pine Grove, CA 95665 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Jeanne McCoy This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D029 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 28, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, Deputy File No. 2014-100 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing
business as: BLACK HAWK SERVICES 22220 VALLEY VIEW COURT PINE GROVE, CA 95665 PO Box 273 Pine Grove, CA 95665 Jacob W. Logan 22220 Valley View Court Pine Grove, CA 95665 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 1, 2014. /s/ Jacob W. Logan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D030 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 5, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, File No. 2014-074 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: THE STOVE DOCTOR 15360 Lupe Rd Pine Grove, CA 95665 John Michael Simpson 15360 Lupe Rd. Pine Grove, CA 95665 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ John Simpson This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E990 PUBLIC NOTICE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 14-CV-8757 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CASSIE MONTAGNE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: TAYLOR NEVAEH WEEKS Proposed Name: TAYLOR GRACE MONTAGNE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.
Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 5-09-2014 Time: 10:00am Dept: 2 The Address of the Court is: 500 Argonaut Lane Jackson, CA 95642 /s/ J.S. Hermanson April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D031
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 31, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk T. HURTADO, Deputy File No. 2014-101 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: GOLD COUNTRY DEPOT 601 S. Hwy 49 Jackson, CA 95642 PO Box 201 Mokelumne Hill, CA 95245 Thomas L. Reese, Inc. 8240 Prospect St. Mokelumne Hill, CA 95245 This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Thomas L. Reese, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D028
PAGE 39 CLASSIFIEDS PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador, State of California, will hold a public hearing to consider a transfer of funds from the Social Services Realignment Trust Fund to the Health Realignment Trust Fund for Fiscal Year 2012/2013. This transfer is made pursuant to Section 17600.20 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. Copies of said Code section are available by contacting the Amador County Social Services Department at 209-223-6625. NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that said Board will hold a public hearing at the County Administration Center, 810 Court Street, Jackson California on April 22, 2014 at 10:30 a.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard, at which time and place any and all interested persons may come and be heard thereon. For further information please contact the Amador County Social Services Department at 209-223-6625. April 4, 2014-D017 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Sections 21700 through 21716 of the Business and Professions Code, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on April 5th 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at Bush Street Storage, 9408 Bush Street, Plymouth, CA 95669, the personal property described as misc. boxes, furniture, household items and tools. UNIT # 7B & UNIT # 1C Purchases must be paid for at the time of sale in CASH only, all purchased goods are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between the owner and the tenant. Please call ahead to confirm sale. BUSH STREET STORAGE 209-245-6442 Dated this 18th day of March 2014. March 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E983 PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONAL ZONING DISTRICT MAP NO. K-92 PURSUANT TO SECTION 19.20.020 OF THE AMADOR COUNTY CODE BY REZONING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FROM THE “R1,” SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO “C2” HEAVY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. On March 11, 2014, the Amador County Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 1737, amending Sectional Zoning District Map No. K-92 pursuant to Section 19.20.020 of the Amador County Code by rezoning certain real property from the “R1,” Single Family Residential District to “C2” Heavy Commercial District. The subject real property being approximately 0.25 acres located at 12391 Martell Road, approximately 150 feet west of CA Highway 49 The foregoing ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular session of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador, held on the 11th day of March, 2014, by the following vote: AYES: John Plasse, Richard M. Forster, Theodore Novelli, Louis D. Boitano and Brian Oneto NOES: None. A complete copy of this ordinance is posted in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 810 Court Street, Jackson, CA. April 4, 2014-D024
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Legals PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE ADDING REGULATIONS REGARDING CERTAIN LIMITED DENSITY RURAL DWELLINGS On March 25, 2014, the Amador County Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 1735, adding Chapter 15.10 to the Amador County Code creating specific building standards that apply to the construction, enlargement, conversion, alteration, repair, use, maintenance, and occupancy of limited density owner-built, owneroccupied dwellings in rural areas. The foregoing ordinance was duly passed and adopted by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 25th day of March 2014, by the following vote: AYES: John Plasse, Richard M. Forster, Theodore Novelli, Louis D. Boitano and Brian Oneto NOES: None A copy of the ordinance is posted in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 810 Court Street, Jackson, CA. April 4, 2014-D023 PUBLIC NOTICE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONAL ZONING DISTRICT MAP NO. I-113 PURSUANT TO SECTION 19.20.020 OF THE AMADOR COUNTY On March 11, 2014, the Amador County Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 1736, thereby rezoning certain real property from the “R1A,” Single Family Residential and Agricultural District to “A” Agricultural District. The subject real property being approximately 29.93 acres located at 13608 Shenandoah Road, approximately 200 feet west of Ostrom Road The foregoing ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular session of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador, held on the 11th day of March, 2014, by the following vote: AYES: John Plasse, Richard M. Forster, Theodore Novelli, Louis D. Boitano and Brian Oneto NOES: None A complete copy of the ordinance is posted in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 810 Court Street, Jackson, CA. April 4, 2014-D025 PUBLIC NOTICE City of Sutter Creek PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the SUTTER CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on the DRAFT Sign Ordinance. DATE: Monday, April 14, 2014 TIME: 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard PLACE: Community Building, 33 Church St., Sutter Creek The Planning Commission will review the DRAFT Sign Ordinance, dated April 1, 2014, and formalize their recommendation to the City Council. ALL CONCERNED AND INTERESTED CITIZENS ARE URGED TO ATTEND City of Sutter Creek Planning Department M.B.Van Voorhis Posted: April 7, 2014 April 4, 2014-D021
PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AMADOR COUNTY CODES CHAPTER 15.30 FIRE AND LIFE SAFTEY REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 12.08 COUNTY ROADS, CHAPTER 17.28 GENERAL DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS, AND CHAPTER 17.90 STREET AND ROAD DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS On March 25. 2014, the Amador County Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 1734, amending Chapters 15.30, 12.08, 17.28, and 17.90 of the Amador County Code. The amendment to Chapter 15.30 establishes minimum wildfire protection standards applicable to construction and development, and the proposed amendments are intended to more closely mirror the state standards and establish more stringent standards for Very High fire severity zones and less stringent standards for High and Moderate Fire severity zones. Chapters 12.08, 17.28 and 17.90 also generally establish minimum development and construction standards and the proposed amendments to these sections are intended to ensure that these sections remain consistent with the revised standards established in Chapter 15.30. The foregoing ordinance was duly passed and adopted by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Amador at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 25th day of March, 2014 by the following vote: AYES: Louis D. Boitano, Richard M. Forster, Theodore F. Novelli, Brian Oneto and John Plasse NOES: None A copy of the ordinance is posted in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 810 Court Street, Jackson, CA. April 4, 2014-D027 PUBLIC NOTICE Amador City is soliciting bids for the construction of a handicap ramp and walkway at 14166 Main Street, Amador City, California. Plans and specifications are available at Amador City Hall, 14531 E. School Street, Amador City, Monday and Thursday 9-11 a.m., phone 267-0682 or cell 890-6284. For information call 890-6284 Return bid proposals to City of Amador City, City Hall, 14531 E. School St., Amador City. Closing date is April 21, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. Bidders shall be licensed California contractors, and comply with the State Labor Code. Prevailing wages rates are required April 4, 11, 18, 2014-D020 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CALAVERAS PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Calaveras Public Utility District will hold a Public Hearing on April 15, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Calaveras Public Utility District Board Room (506 W. St. Charles St, San Andreas, CA.). At the meeting the Board will solicit public views regarding both increasing and establishing fees for late payments, after hours call outs, work done for others, returned checks, backhoe services, turn on/ initiate service charges, credit card convenience fee, backflow testing, bulk water , Notary service and misc. equipment use charges. Anyone wishing to be heard on the above matter may appear before the Board of Directors at the time of the Public Hearing and/or may file a written opinion with the District Manager, Cala-
veras Public Utility District, P.O. Box 666, San Andreas, CA 95249, prior to the Public Hearing. If you challenge the above proposed action in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the District Manager at or prior to the Public Hearing. Dated: March 26, 2014 Signed: Donna Leatherman Donna Leatherman, Manager March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-D005 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Separate sealed BIDS for the THE SPANISH STREET SEWER MAIN RELOCATION PROJECT will be received by the CITY OF SUTTER CREEK, City Hall, 18 Main Street, Sutter Creek, California, 95685, until APRIL 30, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. and then at said City Hall publicly opened and read aloud. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall. Bids are required for the entire project as set forth in the specifications, and all work shall be completed within 30 work days. At the time the contract is awarded, the contractor shall possess a Class A license. The Engineer’s Estimate does not exceed $50,000. The work is generally described as follows: Placement of approximately 290 lineal feet of sewer main, placement of 1 manhole, reconstruct and connect 3 service lines and main line, and miscellaneous appurtenances on Spanish Street in the City of Sutter Creek. Project specifications, special provisions, plans, and proposal forms for bidding this project can be examined and obtained at City of Sutter Creek, 18 Main St., Sutter Creek, California, 95685 upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of $50. This contract is subject to state contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code, Section 12990 and payment to the contractor shall be in accordance with Section 9-1.065, “Payment of Withheld Funds” of the State Standard Specifications and the project specifications. The successful bidder shall furnish a fully executed payment bond and performance bond. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. Addenda to modify wage rates, if necessary, will be noticed to holders of these specifications. Future effective general prevailing wage rates which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates. City of Sutter Creek Amy Gedney, Interim City Manager March 31, 2014 April 4, 2014-D022
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Legals PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Sections 21700 through 21716 of the Business Professional Code, the undersigned will sell, at public sale on April 19, 2014 at 10:00 am. At Fred’s Mini Storage, 7291 Martin Lane, Ione, CA 95640. The personal property described as Misc. boxes. household goods, tool, furniture. All items will be sold to enforce a lien on said property. Shawna Halbach #67/98 Scott McManan #9 Purchases must be paid at the time of sale in CASH ONLY. All goods are sold “AS IS” And “WHERE AS” and must be removed the same day as the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in event of settlement between the owner and tenant. Please call ahead to confirm sale. Fred’s Mini Storage Inc. 209-274-4034 April 4, 11, 2014-D026 PUBLIC NOTICE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014-069 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Edward Jones, 100 Clinton Road, Jackson, CA 95642, County of Amador 12555 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63131 Registered owner(s): Edward D. Jones & Co. L.P.12555 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63131, Missouri This business is conducted by: limited partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/5/1989. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/ Kay Bradley, Asst. Secretary of EDJ Holding Company, Inc., General Partner of Edward D. Jones & Co. L.P This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador on March 4, 2014. NOTICE-In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself
authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Original 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4/14 CNS-2594891# March 14, 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E965
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File February 24, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk KIIMBERLY L. GRADY, File No. 2014-058 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: PINE GROOVE RECORDS 20137 B Hwy 88 Pine Grove, CA 95665 Stewart Munnerlyn 14260 Surrey Junction Ln. Sutter Creek, CA 95685 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2008. /s/ Stacey C. Munnerlyn This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 14, 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E973
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:
JOHN KOZICKI
CASE NO. 14PR1367 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JOHN KOZICKI. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KIT CARSON NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in the Superior Court of California, County of Amador. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MATTHEW C. YU be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/02/14 at 3:00PM in Dept. 2 located at 500 ARGONAUT LANE, JACKSON, CA 95642 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052
of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner MATTHEW C. YU, ESQ. SBN 256235, LAW OFFICE OF MATTHEW C. YU 3620 PACIFIC COAST HWY. # 200 TORRANCE CA 90505 3/21, 3/28, 4/4/14 CNS-2601065# March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E981 PUBLIC NOTICE Trustee Sale No. : 20130169805829 Title Order No.: 130184046 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/06/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/13/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-000423600 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of AMADOR County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JOSEPH M. PIRO, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/10/2014 TIME OF SALE: 12:00 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE AMADOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 ARGONAUT LANE, JACKSON, CA. STREET ADDRESS
and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 15970 E BLACK PRINCE ROAD, PIONEER, CALIFORNIA 95666 APN#: 033-190-004-000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $109,648.71. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you
consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20130169805829. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 5005 WINDPLAY DRIVE, SUITE 1 EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762-9334 916-939-0772 www. nationwideposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 03/10/2014 NPP0227846 To: AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH 03/21/2014, 03/28/2014, 04/04/2014 March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E970 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13592752-AB Order No.: 8349873 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC
SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): SCOTT WRIGHT AND CHERYL ANN WRIGHT, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 5/27/2005 as Instrument No. 20050006469-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of AMADOR County, California; Date of Sale: 4/28/2014 at 12:00:00 PM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, California 95642 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $330,172.50 The purported property address is: 13820 SHADOW GLENN COURT, PINE GROVE, CA 95665 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 038-390-014-000 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned
off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-13592752-AB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and
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Legals the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-7302727 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-592752AB IDSPub #0063852 4/4/2014 4/11/2014 4/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014E985 PUBLIC NOTICE Trustee Sale No. : 00000004053450 Title Order No.: 130251407 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/27/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/04/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-000909600 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of AMADOR County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NORMA COOK AND TIMOTHY R FRANTZ, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST
BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/10/2014 TIME OF SALE: 12:00 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE AMADOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 ARGONAUT LANE, JACKSON, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5998 WEST PARK DRIVE, IONE, CALIFORNIA 95640 APN#: 012-343-003-501 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $113,069.97. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest
bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004053450. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 5005 WINDPLAY DRIVE, SUITE 1 EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762-9334 916-939-0772 www. nationwideposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 03/07/2014 NPP0227847 To: AMADOR LEDGER
DISPATCH 03/21/2014, 03/28/2014, 04/04/2014 March 21, 28, 2014 April 4. 2014-E971 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7314.06381 Title Order No. 353046 MIN No. 100062604773694098 APN 042-130-010-000 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/22/08. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): BRYAN D GILMORE AND LISA K GILMORE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 05/28/08, as Instrument No. 20080004644-00, of Official Records of AMADOR County, California. Date of Sale: 04/24/14 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse, 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA The purported property address is: 14555 RIDGE ROAD, SUTTER CREEK, CA 95685 Assessors Parcel No. 042-130-010-000 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $321,010.03. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to
a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 877-484-9942 or 800-280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www. USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 7314.06381. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: March 26, 2014 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SER-
VICES, INC., as Trustee David Ochoa, Authorized Signatory 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 866-3876987 Sale Info website: www.USA-Foreclosure. com or www.Auction. com Automated Sales Line: 877-484-9942 or 800-280-2832 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: 866-387NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. File # 7314.06381: 014,4/11/2014,4/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D018
PUBLIC NOTICE APN: 031-341-001-000 T.S. No. 008042-CA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/13/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/25/2014 at 12:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/26/2004, as Instrument No. 20040007340-00, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Amador County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: JUDITH C. PENROSE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse, 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 all right, title and interest con-
veyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 23885 MEADOW CREST DR PIONEER, CA 95666 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $205,322.26 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the prop-
erty. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.PRIORITYPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 008042CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714) 573-1965 Date: 3/24/2014 Date Executed: CLEAR RECON CORP. ,Authorized Signature CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 P1087935 4/4, 4/11, 04/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D002
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Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 023-120-003 T.S. No. P1379494CA Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/21/2014 at 12:00 PM, PITE DUNCAN LLP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 6/1/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0006408-00, in Book XX, Page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Amador County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: Jesse R. Vera and Carol A. Vera Husband and Wife, as community property WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 16217 PEYUS RD PIONEER California 95666 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or
implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $306,956.74 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary,
trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.LPSASAP. COM, using the file number assigned to this case P1379494-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714) 730-2727 Date: 3/11/2014 Date Executed: PITE DUNCAN LLP ,Authorized Signature PITE DUNCAN LLP 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 A-4447297 03/28/2014, 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014 March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E974 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 99851307 TSG Order No.: 93423 A.P.N.: 003-701002-000 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/13/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 02/23/2004 as Document No.: 2004-0002363-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Amador County,
California, executed by: VICTOR PADILLA AND RENEE PADILLA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date and Time: 04/21/2014 at 12:00 PM Sale Location: M-F 12:00 PM At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4097 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, IONE, CA 95640 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $346,622.88 (Estimated) as of 04/13/2014. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not
automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (714)730-2727 for information regarding the trustee`s sale or visit this Internet Web site, https:// www.lpsasap.com/, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9985-1307. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder`s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: https:// www.lpsasap.com/ or Call: (714)730-2727. NBS
Default Services, LLC, Suzanne Castle “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.” A-4448289 03/28/2014, 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014 March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E986
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9526-4385 TSG Order No.: 130178852−CΑ− ΜΑΟ A.P.N.: 003-711010-000 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c) (1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(c)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/08/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 04/20/2005 as Document No.: 2005-0004771-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Amador County, California, executed by: NADINE FLETCHER, A MARRIED WOMAN AND ALBERT JOHN FIGONE III, A MARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully
described in the LOT NO. 6-223 OF LAKE CAMANCHE VILLAGE UNIT NO. 6 AS SHOWN ON THE OFFICIAL MAP FILED FOR RECORD FEBRUARY 19,1971 IN BOOK 3 OF SUBDIVISION MAPS, PAGE 53, AMADOR COUNTY RECORDS. Sale Date and Time: 04/21/2014 at 01:00 PM Sale Location: Amador County Superior Court, 500 Argonaut Ln., Jackson, CA 95642 Main entrance The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4201 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, IONE, CA 95640 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $77,886.58 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding
liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 1-800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee`s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. auction.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 95264385. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder`s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.auction. com or Call: 1-800280-2832. NBS Default Services, LLC, Suzanne Castle “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.”A-4448708 03/28/2014, 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014 March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E994
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Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 021-320-063-000 T.S. No. 008547-CA Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 9/26/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/28/2014 at 12:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 9/30/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0013151-00, in Book XX, Page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Amador County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: KATHRYN L THORNTON AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND LAURA C BRATCHER AN UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 22840 SHAKE RIDGE RD VOLCANO,
CALIFORNIA 95689 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $287,946.78 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s
office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.LPSASAP.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 008547-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714) 730-2727 Date: 3/24/2014 Date Executed: CLEAR RECON CORP., Authorized Signature CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 A-4448889 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014, 04/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014E995 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 003-170-004-000 T.S. No. 008940-CA Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/12/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A
PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/28/2014 at 12:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 8/17/2005, as Instrument No. 20050010950-00, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Amador County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ALPHEUS O. BROYLES AND SHARON BROYLES HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2758 VILLAGE DR IONE, CALIFORNIA 95640 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid
balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $268,014.21 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about
trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.LPSASAP.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 008940-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714) 730-2727 Date: 3/24/2014 Date Executed: CLEAR RECON CORP., Authorized Signature CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 A-4448895 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014, 04/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014E996 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 038-200-017000 T.S. No. 006554CA Pursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 1/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 4/28/2014 at 12:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 1/26/2006, as Instrument No. 20060000925-00, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Amador County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: LARRY GENE TANNER AND DEVRA TANNER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER
FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Amador County Courthouse located at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13134 AQUEDUCT GROVE RD PINE GROVE, CALIFORNIA 95665 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $311,789.37 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the
real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.LPSASAP.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 006554-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (714) 7302727 Date: 3/24/2014 Date Executed: CLEAR RECON CORP. ,Authorized Signature CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117
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Legals A-4448933 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014, 04/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014E997 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 260343CA Loan No. 0014719181 Title Order No. 1360159 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY. PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07-242006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04-28-2014 at 12:00 P.M., ALAW as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 07-28-2006, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2006-000880000, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of AMADOR County, California, executed by: MELINDA L JANOVRO A SINGLE WOMAN, AND GABRIEL A GRAU, A SINGLE MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest
thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE AMADOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE, LOCATED AT 500 ARGONAUT LANE, JACKSON, CA Legal Description: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY OF CALIFORNIA STATE HIGHWAY SIGN ROUTE 88, LEADING FROM JACKSON TO PINE GROVE SAID POINT BEING MARKED BY A CONCRETE HIGHWAY MONUMENT FROM WHICH THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 6 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST, M.D.B., M, BEARS SOUTH 27º 38’ WEST 623.63 FEET DISTANT THENCE 1. SOUTH 7º 21 1/2’ WEST 166.98 FEET ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF A PRIVATE ROAD LEADING TO BACIGALUPI’S LOT THENCE 2. SOUTH 25º 36’ WEST 147.74 FEET ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PRIVATE ROAD TO A 3/4 INCH DIAMETER PIPE SET ON THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF A PRIVATE ROAD RUNNING NORTHWESTERLY TOWARD GEORGE B. TAVES HOME PLACE THENCE 3. NORTH 43º 51’ WEST 209.47 FEET TO AN ANGLE POINT THENCE 4. NORTH 1º 36’ EAST 210.32 FEET TO A 1-INCH DIAMETER PIPE THENCE 5. NORTH 1º 36’ EAST 79.93 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE LAND HEREIN DESCRIBED COURSES (3) THROUGH (5) BEING ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PRIVATE ROAD TO GEORGE B. TAVES HOME PLACE THENCE 6. EAST 249.13 FEET TO A 3/4 INCH PIPE LOCATED ON THE WESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CALIFORNIA STATE HIGHWAY ABOVE DESCRIBED THENCE 7. SOUTH 13º 01’ WEST 44.92 FEET TO A 3/4 INCH DRILL STEEL THENCE 8. SOUTH 9º 40’ WEST 100.00 FEET TO A CONCRETE HIGHWAY MONUMENT, THE PLACE OF BEGINNING COURSES (7) AND (8) BEING CHORDS OF 1240 RADIUS CURVE
ALONG THE WESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID STATE HIGHWAY, BEING A FRACTION OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 6 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST, M.D.B., M. EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY DEED RECORDED JULY 31, 1953 IN BOOK 53 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 195 AMADOR COUNTY RECORDS ALSO EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY DEED RECORDED AUGUST 29, 1960 IN BOOK 94 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 410 AMADOR COUNTY RECORDS,. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $325,923.33 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 18895 STATE HIGHWAY 88 PINE GROVE, CA 95665 APN Number: 038-130-028000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 03-25-2014 ALAW, as Trustee MANUSHAK VIOLET OURFALIAN, ASSISTANT SECRETARY ALAW 9200 OAKDALE AVE. - 3RD FLOOR CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 (818)435-3661 For Sales Information: www.lpsasap.com or 1-714-730-2727 www. priorityposting.com or 1-714-573-1965 www.auction.com or 1-800-280-2832 ALAW IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL
BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, this information can be obtained from one of the following three companies: LPS Agency Sales and Posting at (714) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site www.lpsasap.com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting and Publishing at (714) 573-1965 or visit the Internet Web site www. priorityposting.com (Click on the link for “Advanced Search” to search for sale information), or auction. com at 1-800-280-2832 or visit the Internet Web site www.auction. com, using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not
immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. A-4449297 04/04/2014, 04/11/2014, 04/18/2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D006 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File February 14, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk M. ARNESE, File No. 2014-050 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: OPENSHAW TRUCKING COMPANY 16029 Hwy 49 Drytown, CA 95699 PO Box 1825 Sutter Creek, CA 95685 Walter Robert Openshaw 16029 Hwy 49 Drytown, CA 95699 Christina Glenn Openshaw 16029 Hwy 49 Drytown, CA 95699 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Walt Openshaw This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 14, 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014 E926 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 10, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk E. LACKEY, File No. 2014-076 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: LA ESPERANZA 13 Ridge Rd. Ste A Sutter Creek, CA 95685 Maricela Ramirez 2760 Coloma St Apt 15 Placeville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Maricela Ramirez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E991
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File February 27, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk D. RYAN, File No. 2014-065 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: OAKHILL STABLES 15209 Clinton Rd Jackson, CA 95642 Dana Lynne Roulet 15209 Clinton Rd Jackson, CA 95642 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 9, 1997. /s/ Dana Roulet This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 18, 2014D009 PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File February 24, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk KIIMBERLY L. GRADY, File No. 2014-059 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: MUNNERLYN’S ICE CREAMERY, MUNNERLYN’S ICE CREAM, MUNNERLYN’S HANDCRAFTED FROZEN DESSERTS 20145 Hwy 88 Pine Grove, CA 95665 PO Box 302 Pine Grove, CA 95665 Stewart & Stacey Munnerlyn 14260 Surrey Junction Ln. Sutter Creek, CA 95685 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2008. /s/ Stacey C. Munnerlyn This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 14, 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 2014-E972 PUBLIC NOTICE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 14-CV-8758 TO ALL INTERESTED
PERSONS: Petitioner: THERESA ARTESI-MCLANE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: THERESA ARTESI-MCLANE Proposed Name: THERESA ELEANORA ARTESI THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 5-20-2014 Time: 1:30pm Dept: 2 The Address of the Court is: 500 Argonaut Lane Jackson, CA 95642 /s/ J.S. Hermanson April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2014D032
PUBLIC NOTICE Endorsed File March 13, 2014 KImberly L. Grady, County Clerk E. LACKEY, File No. 2014-083 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is doing business as: ECOURBAN LANDSCAPES, ECOURBAN ASSOCIATES 531 W. Marlette St. Ione, CA 95640 PO Box 411 Ione, CA 95640 Ecourban Designs, Inc. 531 W. Marlette St. Ione, CA 95640 This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant has not yet commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above. /s/ Christopher Edwin Strong, Secretary/Treasurer This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Amador County on date indicated by file stamp above. March 21, 28, 2014 April 4, 11, 2014-E989
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Amador girls’ soccer teams lead MLL By DIANNE BENNETT
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The first game of the second round of Mother Lode League soccer was completed Tuesday night. The Amador High School Varsity girls downed Calaveras, 2-0, vaulting them into first place in the MLL, with a record of 5-1-0. They registered a victory over Argonaut last Thursday, by a score of 2-1. They previously won games over Calaveras, 2-0, Linden, 1-0, and Summerville, 5-0. They suffered only one first-round loss, to Bret Harte, 1-0. Scoring for the season and preseason so far has been done by Michaela Smith, with 9 goals, Alyssa Holmes, with 7 goals, Bailey Lubenko and Alli Delicio-Parker, with 3 goals each, and Dulce Cruz, Katrisse Brown, Shania Bennett and Sierra Karr, with 1 goal each. Goalkeeper Cassidy Donaldson has SEE AMADOR SOCCER, PAGE 53
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Amador’s Bailey Lubenko stretches for the ball as a Bret Harte opponent flies over her. AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH PHOTO BY DIANNE BENNETT
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Sportsman visits nearby Rancho Seco Park W
hen I was hired by The Arc, in 1989, part of my orientation included a review of an inch-thick manual describing the protocol for surviving a nuclear incident, should things go bad at the Rancho Seco Nuclear Power Plant a few miles away. The Arc’s property in Ione, formerly part of Preston School, was close to an air raid siren that would sound in the event of nuclear disaster. Some of you may remember that, in 1978, a “steam generator dryout” at Rancho Seco created a potentially hazard-
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ous situation, and was later described by the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission as one of the top three safety incidents in the history of nuclear power in the United States. One of the other two was the Three Mile Island accident. The Rancho Seco Nuclear Power Plant was closed by public Rancho Seco Park Manager Ron Calvert works with his wife, Carol. vote in June of 1989. AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH PHOTO BY MIKE SWEENEY Since then, I have driven by Seco’s majeslittle slice of heaven. tic “cooling towers” on Twin Cities Road It seems that in the 70’s, a 160-acre lake many times. I’ve looked at the Rancho Seco was built to serve as an emergency water Park sign and wondered what in the world source for the nuclear plant. Once the a park next to a decommissioned nuclear plant closed, Sacramento Municipal Utility facility had to offer. Well, the other day, I District developed the area surrounding SEE OUTDOOR AMADOR, PAGE 49 finally went to investigate, and discovered a
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Perseverance pays in the clear water of Camanche Trout Pond By MARK KAUTZ
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As you read back on the 21st, my luck at Lake Camanche has changed a bit. Back on the 13th, I had planned to launch my float tube in Lake Amador, but, when I got there, it wasn’t very appealing. Not to say that, if I had a boat, I wouldn’t have launched, but not in a float tube. There was too much debris in the water and it was just a personal choice not to launch. I had a couple of options, one being the “not-so-producing” Trout Pond at the South Shore of Lake Camanche, and another, the North Shore Day Use Area. I figured “what the heck” and drove out to the pond. Once checked in, I noticed two things. One, there were a bunch of people in float tubes and pontoon boats out there and two, the water was really clear. After chatting with a friend I hadn’t seen in some time, I launched and started flippering around the back side of the lake. I made it all the way back to the launch area without so much as a bump on my Tungsten Bead Head Thin Mint fly. Without further ado, I
changed to a J. Fair Wiggle Tail fly, in black. After four or five bumps, but no hookups, I figured that, because of the makeup of the fly (the tail is about twice as long as the body of the fly), the fish were hitting it, but only the tail. While all this was happening, I watched one of the regulars catch and release several fish, so I flippered over by him and asked what the “secret” fly was. He was using an olive Wooly Bugger. It was as simple as that. Did I have any in my fly box? Of course I didn’t. I went back to the Thin Mint and did finally manage one Rainbow in the 15-to-16-inch range. A quick photo op and back into the pond it went. With that one under my belt, I called it a day. The following Monday, I was back out at the Pond, this time with some flies to test for a friend in Colorado. I
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think he wanted to see if they worked before he went out and tried them. The three I tested had a lot of what they call Crystal Ice Dubbing. It makes a fly sparkly with a lot of flashy stuff on it. Apparently, the trout in the pond don’t like sparkly/flashy stuff, because I didn’t get any interest in those flies whatsoever. However, in the interest of catching fish, I had stopped at Sierra Mountain Outdoors, in Sutter Creek, and bought the last four olive Wooly Buggers they had in stock. I gave one to Yuki — did I mention that Yuki was there in his Kayak? I started to tie one on and dropped it in my lap. Now, in a float tube, you have this little hole, about the size of a half-dollar coin, between your stripping apron and your waders, and guess where that fly went. The second one
— and I don’t recommend this practice, — I held in my mouth until I had a good hold on the line and then tied it on. It lasted six or seven casts and, when a fish hit, it broke the leader right where the leader and tippet are tied together. Now I was down to one, but it was one with a bead head, not a plain one. The fish were not interested in one with a bead head, so all I did was cast and retrieve it for an hour or so. I went back to the ever-faithful Thin Mint and, just as I was getting ready to call it a day, brought a 14-or-15-inch Rainbow to hand. A quick photo and back into the pond for another day. I pulled out around 1 p.m., and Yuki said he was going to try some bait to entice a fish or two. I got an email from him later in the day that said he got blown off the pond shortly after I left. One final note — while flippering around the pond, I noticed several good-sized Bass that looked like they were spawning. I just might have to do a little warm-water fishing there this summer. Tight Lines.
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the lake as a park. They have added amenities over the years and, today, Rancho Seco Recreation Area offers tent camping, RV sites, nature trails, swimming, fishing, boat docks, group camping sites, a dog park, kayak and boat rentals, grocery store, wifi, laundry facilities, and plenty of restrooms and picnic areas. It also offers stunning vistas of the Sierras to the east, and those hauntingly beautiful nuclear cooling towers to the northwest. I met up with Paul Stacher, RSRA Dock Manager, as he readied the boathouse for the spring opening. Paul explained that concessions at the park are run by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company. He proudly showed me his fleet of paddle boats, kayaks, standup paddle boards and fishing skiffs, with electric motors. All are available for rental, and the boathouse opened weekends, beginning today, and will be open daily by Memorial Day. Paul explained that only electric motors are allowed on the lake, so it’s quiet and peaceful year-round. He also told me Rancho Seco is a windsurfing Mecca, as consistent afternoon breezes and the absence of jet skis make it ideally suited for novices. Paul mentioned that
15 white swans had wintered at the lake this year — as we talked, I could see white pelicans, cormorants, grebes, Canadian geese, and a variety of ducks on the lake. Add bird watching to the list of things to do at this prime outdoor recreation spot. (Herons, egrets and even bald eagles are among the many other bird species found at the park). Paul suggested I talk with Park Manager Ron Calvert, and I found Ron at the little office near the day use area. Ron has worked for Rocky Mountain for six years and has been at Rancho Seco for 12 months. He lives onsite with his wife, Carol, who is also a part-time employee with RMRC. Ron showed me a picture of a 12-pound largemouth bass that was caught in the lake about a week ago, and noted that these fish can grow to over 18 pounds here, making Rancho Seco a worldclass bass fishing destination. In addition to bass, the lake is home to trout, bluegill, sunfish, crappie and catfish. A California fishing license is required for those 16 years and older. Ron told me about the seven-mile Howard Ranch Trail along the north end of the lake. This dirt-and-gravel trail starts out heading east into wide open ranch land before looping back
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towards the lake. The trail traverses a piece of property that was purchased in the 1930’s by Charles Howard, owner of the famous racehorse, Seabiscuit. It is still private property, but access is possible through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy and SMUD. This wonderful trail takes you by seasonal vernal pools that support threatened and endangered species, like the tiger salamander and spadefoot toad. In the spring, masses of flowers blanket the basins of these pools. Professional and amateur photographers alike gravitate to these unique oases. Guided tours led by naturalists from the Cosumnes River Preserve are available Saturdays in April, with the next one scheduled for tomorrow. For more information, call 916-870-4317, or email info@ cosumnes.org. Ron, Paul, and a group of SMUD officials onsite the day I visited all described various improvement projects that will take place over the next 12 months. Several 50-year-old buildings will be torn down and replaced with modern structures. The use of solar power will be expanded, and interpretive displays will be improved. (I was a bit shocked by this news, as the park is currently in better shape than most California State Parks).
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Entrance fees at Rancho Seco are $10 for the general public and $8 for seniors and Good Sam members. Tent sites are $25 and $22.50 respectively, while RV sites run $30 and $27. Annual passes are $75 ($60 for seniors). Day use hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ron suggests people call him to get the latest information on store and boathouse hours, as they will vary with visitor levels. Adjacent to the park is the Amanda Blake Wildlife Refuge and Museum. The late Ms. Blake, of course, starred as “Miss Kitty” on the popular TV western “Gunsmoke.” She was also a tireless advocate for wild animals in captivity, as well as endangered species. Unfortunately, the Refuge and Museum no longer have regular hours, so visits must be scheduled through the Performing Animals Welfare Society. To learn more about PAWS, or to schedule a visit, call Kim Gardner, at 916-488-3991, or email kgardner@ pawsweb.org. You won’t believe the array of outdoor recreation opportunities that await you at Rancho Seco Recreation Area, just five miles west of the Amador County line, on Twin Cities Road. Check it out. It really is a slice of outdoor heaven.
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The Lentz twins, Carissa and Cadence, won their third game in a row while playing for the Volcano Communications Group in the Amador County Girls Softball Athletics. Submitted by their proud Nana Soc. Uploading photos onto MyACHome.com is easy and a great way to get pictures published in the Amador Ledger Dispatch.
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Men’s League playoffs approach By JOHN WILLIAMSON SPECIAL TO THE LEDGER DISPATCH
There have been five weeks of the 2014 ACRA Men’s Basketball League and we have already seen a team score over 100 points three times. The first game on Sunday featured the undefeated Hammerheads vs. Code 3 Ballers. Hammerheads continued their winning streak, taking this one, 86-35. Hammerheads’ leading scorers were Nick Baatrup, with 22 points, and Mitch Glavenich and Josh Coy, each with 14. Code 3 Ballers were led by Lukas Kwaka, with 14 points, while Bryan Thornton had 12. The second game of the night was between SRI Hosting and Basket Brawlers. This game wasn’t close, either, as Basket Brawlers doubled up on SRI, 68-34. The Basket Brawlers continue to be led by Ashton O’Boyle, who had 22 points, and Johnny Coleman, who had 20. SRI Hosting’s leading scorers were Ken Julian, with 10 points, and Michael Beuving and Mike Wunschel, who each had 8. The third game featured two teams fighting for one of the four spots in
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The Botto Inn’s Carl Jackson concentrates on a free throw. LEDGER DISPATCH PHOTO BY JERRY BUDRICK
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the upcoming league playoffs, Matich Vukovich Insurance and Up Country Hardware. There are eight teams in this league and only four will qualify. There are only three weeks left in the regular season and it should be interesting to find out who the top four teams end up being. Up Country Hardware separated themselves from the pack a little bit with a convincing win over Matich Vukovich. Up Country took an early lead and never looked back, winning by a score of 84-56. They were led by Colin Deuell, with 23 points, Taylor Parsons, with 17, Mike Philips, with 15, and Jandee Cranford, who was a force all night and ended up with 12 points. The final game was one of the highest-scoring games of the season. AMADOR SOCCER, FROM PAGE 45
notched well over 50 saves and allowed only five goals this year. The Amador JV team has a league record of 4-0-2, beating Bret Harte, 4-1, Linden, 4-0, Summerville, 7-0, and Calaveras, 1-0, and tying Calaveras, 2-2, and Argonaut, 1-1. Scoring for the
It was between The Botto Inn and Davenport Properties. Both teams scored a lot, but Davenport Properties ended up with 103 points. They won, 103-72. The Botto Inn was led by Josh Reilly, with 25 points and Carl Jackson and Chris Phinney, each with 14. The highlight of the game was a fast break by Dom D’Angelica of Davenport Properties. D’Angelica threw the ball off the backboard, caught it, and threw it down for a two-handed dunk. He also had 23 points. Drew Russell led the team with 27 and Devin White added 18. There are three important weeks left in the regular season before a very good playoff bracket is drawn up. The Amador County Recreation Agency would like to thank the Jackson Rancheria Casino and Hotel for generously sponsoring the league again. JV Buffalos have been Abby Poppert, with 11 goals, Amy Montaldo, with 5 goals, Madeline Watts, with 4 goals, Camille Strazzo, with 3 goals, and Angie Lyman, with 1 goal. Goalkeeper Makayla Holmes has had 22 saves and allowed 4 goals, while Sara Shattuck has had 3 saves.
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Four Acres Landscape flag football players work on a pass play against the Sons of the American Legion. PHOTO COURTESY OF JOHN WILLIAMSON
A GAME THAT EVER ON ACRA Flag Football draws crowd THE PLAYER GROWS By JOHN WILLIAMSON
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Youth Flag Football showed off for a good-sized crowd last Sunday. The first game featured both of the undefeated teams in the league, Sons of the American Legion vs. Four Acres Landscaping. Four Acres started off with a quick score by Cade Clinkenbeard, 6-0. It was answered by the Legion, when Mateo Flores caught a very deep pass for a touchdown, and his brother Mason picked up the extra point, 7-6. Jeremy Gruenwald intercepted a pass for the Legion on the next possession. He then took a handoff and ran in for the touchdown. They converted the extra point by throwing a pass to Aaron Strickland, taking a 14-6 lead. Clinkenbeard scored again for Four Acres to make it 14-12. On the next possession, the Legion threw the ball into the back of the end zone, two Legion players collided, and Mason Flores of the Legion came down with the ball for a touchdown and a 20-12 lead. Four Acres got the ball back, drove down the field, and threw a ball into the corner of the end zone. Austin Dollman was on a full sprint and made a sliding catch right before he went out of bounds. It was the play of the day. The amazing catch made the score 20-18, Legion. Four Acres Landscaping stopped the Legion on the next possession and Four Acres took the ball back. They threw a deep pass that went off the fingertips of a Legion player and right into the hands of Gabe Garcia who ran it in for a touchdown. Dollman caught another ball for the extra
point, making it 25-20, Four Acres. The Legion responded with a deep pass that was hauled in by Donald Almeida for a touchdown and another lead change. Gruenwald ran in the extra point for 27-25. The Legion started playing great defense and stopped Four Acres on four downs to get the ball back. Mason Flores scored another touchdown to make it 33-25. So it was an eight-point game with less than two minutes in the game. Unfortunately, Four Acres threw an interception to Mason Flores who ran it back for a touchdown. The final score was Sons of the American Legion, 39, Four Acres Landscaping, 25. The second game was between Umpqua Bank and New York Fitness. Umpqua scored first when Evan Winton caught a touchdown pass for 6-0. Umpqua got the ball back and scored again by throwing a touchdown to Dylan Albrecht, making it 12-0. Cade Guidera then intercepted a pass and ran it back for a touchdown that stretched the Umpqua lead to 18-0. Alex Girton answered for New York Fitness by catching a short pass and running the rest of the way for a touchdown that closed the gap to 18-6. Umpqua’s Wes Villarreal caught a deep pass for a touchdown, then caught another ball for the extra point, 25-6. Umpqua got the ball again and threw another touchdown to Villarreal for a 32-6 lead. New York Fitness still had some fight in them and scored on a short pass to Josue Fletas and Girton got the extra point. The final score was Umpqua Bank, 32, New York Fitness, 14.
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Water Agency responds to effects of conservation
AWA directors received a windfall refund check for $24,000 from Association of California Water Agencies Joint Powers Insurance Authority. PHOTO COURTESY TO THE AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH Amador Water Agency customers, the Sierras, reported General Manager along with the rest of the state, have Gene Mancebo at Thursday’s meeting. been asked to voluntarily reduce water Mancebo recently met with PG&E use by 20 percent. Agency staff and officials on the status of the reservoirs Directors will be monitoring revenues owned by PG&E that store Amador closely over the next few months to County’s water supply. March rain gauge how conservation is affecting and snow have dramatically increased revenues at AWA. water in the reservoirs. Though the drought remains a conAt this point, PG&E water managers cern for agency managers, recent rains predict that AWA’s water allotment have improved AWA’s water supplies in will not be reduced this year due to
the drought, and so far, state regulators have not issued any reductions, or “curtailments” on water rights. Directors received further good news at Thursday’s meeting from an independent financial auditor. Auditor Michael Zizzi of Leaf & Cole summarized the Agency’s 2012-2013 audit report, commending the Agency on a financial picture that has greatly improved over the past three years, increasing reserves and stabilizing the Agency. “The Amador Water Agency has been headed in the right direction since 2011,” said District 3 Director Rich Farrington. “Customers should be grateful to staff and to the Board members who brought the Agency back from the brink of bankruptcy,” he said, referring to fellow Directors Paul Molinelli, Art Toy, Robert Manassero and Gary Thomas.
the solitude and the beauty. And all is tinged with the exciting edge that you might have to shoot at any moment and the chance might not come again. I asked if she has ever decided not to take the shot. “Yes, for different reasons,” she recalled. “Sometimes because the angle or distance might be conducive to a wounding shot and other times I just decided against it. A non-lethal hit is the worst possible outcome. I’ve also had deer walk right up to me, which makes for a difficult decision.” Hunting is not relaxing, but a test of endurance and skill. And the kill starts a whole other series of tasks, including gutting and transporting the animal out. The resting could come back at home, but the Lynches also do the butchering. I asked what was in her freezer. She skipped the ice cream or frozen peas and went to the meat. “Elk, venison, wild pig, grouse, doves, quail and probably some fish,” was her guess. They fly fish. Except for an occasional chicken, the Lynches eat only wild. I asked about her biggest trophy. She showed me a frame with three photos and said, “I got my bull elk after hunting my butt off in 2007. I cried with a mix of elation and relief. It was done and I didn’t ever need to do it again.” Ashley wanted hers, and she got it a year later. But the third opening in the frame, reserved for Richard, stayed empty for five more years. They had to
of Arizona’s Department of Game and Fish. She was hired as the state’s shooting sports educational coordinator. She is now the coordinator for all the state’s hunter educational programs. I asked if Kathleen thought she would miss her landscaping business. She didn’t think so. There is much she is looking forward to doing: coaching, fishing, hunting, and running the popular Women’s Shooting Clinic at the True Sportsman’s Club, which she has done for 18 years. “Women learn a sense of not only empowerment but liberation with firearms,” she said. “They learn there is more to a gun than protection. They have fun.” She has a white-tail hunt booked in Texas this fall to celebrate her 60th. The exertion of the sport will keep her young. And if she ever misses her job, she can tour the fruits of her labor. We do without realizing it. Her public projects include the Amador Water Agency’s demonstration landscaping; the Highway 49 Gateway Projects, on Sutter Hill and north of Amador City; the Sutter Gold Mine entrance; the grounds around the new transportation center, on Valley Drive; the Catholic Center, in Martell; the American Legion Hall; and the new Amador City Bridge. I’m sure many of her 300 or so private installations are seen, too, but their origin is known only by Kathleen and the client.
By GENE MANCEBO SPECIAL TO THE LEDGER DISPATCH
California’s drought conditions have led Governor Brown and individual water districts to call for conservation efforts on the part of all water users, and Californians are responding. The result? Amador Water Agency Board of Directors Thursday directed the general manager to look for cost savings in the current year budget, and they voted to freeze all unbudgeted expenses not related to grants and loans. “Less water used means less water sold and less revenue collected; less revenue collected means less money coming in to operate and maintain our water systems,” said District 1 Director Paul Molinelli. “It doesn’t occur to many people that much of the cost to deliver water to our customers remains the same, even when customers are cutting back on their water use.” KATHLEEN LYNCH, FROM PAGE 56
hold the end of a tape. I was curious when guns came into the picture. She said with Richard, they always were. He has been an avid hunter since a wee lad. Tired of losing Richard three months a year to the pursuit, she decided to join him as an unarmed partner. But she felt vulnerable — “What if I walked into a mountain lion?” She signed up for the required hunter safety course as the only woman in a room of young boys. And Richard taught her to shoot. She now had the keys to open the door to a life she loves. I wondered how a plant person felt killing an animal. Kathleen was circumspect in her response. It was obvious that this subject was a serious one, something that she has worked out over the years and evolves with each life she takes. “I thank that animal and the animal gods for the precious gift that I have been given,” she answered. I asked about the Christian God. “I thank Him, too,” she said. The hunt has put Kathleen in places few have the means or reason to experience, like being packed way up into the remote Ruby Mountains in Nevada for 14 days, just the three of them camped on a lake, without another person within miles. She described the almost spiritual experience of putting yourself in the animal’s habitat and learning to think like one, while immersed in
get him one. Back in Colorado, Kathleen went to her feminine intuition and insisted on going to the exact location where she got hers. The odds were slim. But, finally, a line of elk crossed the slope and the very last one was Richard’s bull. The triptych is complete. Kathleen and Richard are deeply involved with the youth shooting program from February through July. They formed the Amador and Argonaut Shooters (A&A) clay target shooting high school team 12 years ago and continue to coach. That first team went to the Ohio nationals and finished third, missing first by three targets out of a thousand. California has gone from one team to 41 in 13 years. Richard has written a book for shooting coaches; Kathleen sits on the California Youth Shooting governing board; and they are both certified shotgun coaches. Ashley was the star and impetus for the team’s creation back in 2002. She had been practicing for almost her entire life. Richard gave Kathleen earrings to celebrate his daughter’s birth. He gave his daughter a rifle. She was getting good with a BB gun at age three, before she knew which hand was her trigger one. Ashley went on to Purdue with the help of an NRA scholarship and led that trap and skeet team to a national title. She graduated with the degree that her mom once had her sights set on, — wildlife biology. She flew from graduation to an interview with the state
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Kathleen Lynch speaks of guns and gardens L ike most boys
I knew growing up in a rural setting, I’ve owned a few guns. My dad did a little duck hunting. I recall him hitting a duck and then going with him to the shore of the man-made pond near Nellis Air Force Base and helping him select the freshest dead one floating there. Mom cooked it and I decided I was a whitemeat guy. My brother and I loved our BB guns and did some things with them involving birds and frogs that we are not proud of. He detests guns now — probably out of guilt — while I have to show some appreciation, because my son is into them. But none of us, if you don’t count the BB-felled sparrows, became much of a hunter. Many of my Amador friends are hunters. Kathleen Lynch is the only hunting wife that I know. I met her at her Amador City home. We sat on the deck overlooking her backyard garden and the creek that was still trickling, until the March sun got too warm. She was ending her landscaping design career as we spoke. I asked if she was quitting cold turkey. She said she might retain one client until the proj-
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ect is wrapped up and she still will get calls from her phone listing that she’ll refer. Besides that, yes. After 36 years in business, she is joining her husband Richard in retirement. Kathleen was born in Calaveras County and lived with her forester dad and family at the White Pines Mill facility, near Arnold, before mom moved them out of the snow, to Murphys. Elementary school was two classrooms in a converted bar and the dance hall was the rainy day playground. Both are now gone. The family later moved to Mokelumne Hill, and then Jackson, after Kathleen’s father became the assistant manager at the American Forest Products mill, in Martell. After graduation from Calaveras High, in 1972, Kathleen went to UC Davis with her sights set on a degree in wildlife biology. She wanted an outdoor career. But that academic lane had a few too many math and chemistry hurdles. Kathleen looked for a path around them. She decided on a career with plants, which still had some of those requirements, but not as many. The degree was in Landscape Management and Planning. Davis did not offer an Architectural Landscape major until after she graduated. The Lynch family has Amador City history. Richard’s grandfather, George Leslie, housed his medical practice in the building (Lanza’s Imports) next to the Lynches’ present home. Kathleen says that he was quite an incredible man. He rode a bicycle from his Sebastopol home to Yosemite in 1901 and kept a detailed journal describing the
Kathleen Lynch is an avid hunter, along with her husband, Rich, and daughter, Ashley. She is also a renowned landscape artist, recently retired. AMADOR LEDGER DISPATCH PHOTO BY BRENT PARSONS
trip. His final medical exam was caring for the injured in the 1906 quake. He set up shop here that same year, after graduation. He was a founding member of the True Sportsman’s Club and died tragically early, from blood poisoning resulting from a hand wound, in the era before antibiotics. Richard’s father, Les, was also a local physician. He, too, was an avid hunter and fisherman. Kathleen says he put the first shotgun in her hands. Richard went to his father’s alma mater, USC, and earned a degree in biology with an emphasis in botany. Like many local boys, Richard had worked summers at the Martell mill through college. He returned there after gradu-
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ation, got into management and didn’t leave until “he stopped working” some 31 years later. He met Kathleen in Moke Hill on July 4, 1972. Like many girls before and since, she fell for a man on a Harley. But not too quickly — they dated each other and others for five years before tying the knot. They settled in Jackson and she put her degree to work at Amador Nursery, on the Italian Picnic Grounds. She quit managing it seven years later, when Ashley was born. She wanted to be a full-time mom. After some formulative months and the necessary bonding, Kathleen began consulting from home. She taught Ashley how to
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