#NoKings in #MurphysCA - our small, quiet, rural mountain town in #CalaverasCounty in Central #SierraNevada Represents March 28, 2026

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Board balks at proposed REAP transfer tied to Stanislaus housing authority; directs staff to reopen funding After public comment and questions about timing and local preference, the Calaveras Board of Supervisors signaled it will not approve a proposed contract amendment that would allow Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority to transfer the Foothill Terrace property to a limited partnership for REAP reimbursement; the board directed staff to return with options to terminate the current subaward and reissue a Notice of Funding Availability.

The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors has sparked controversy by rejecting a housing partnership proposal that could have unlocked $700,000 for local development.

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Board balks at transfer plan for Foothill Terrace grant, orders staff to re-open funding After a lengthy public and staff exchange, Calaveras County supervisors declined to amend a subaward that would have treated a 2017 property acquisition as eligible for REAP reimbursement, and directed staff to pursue alternatives including termination of the existing subaward and reissuing a notice of funding availability.

Calaveras County supervisors have put the brakes on a controversial plan that could have unlocked millions in funding for affordable housing, insisting instead on a clearer path to deliver homes to those in need.

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County hears proposal for mobile opioid treatment unit to expand local access Behavioral Health and Aegis Treatment Center presented a proposal for a mobile medication‑assisted treatment unit to serve Calaveras residents, funded by state grants and operating as a mobile OTP with daily dosing, wraparound case management and telehealth counseling; board offered informal support and asked staff to return with formal approval language.

Calaveras County is on the brink of launching a revolutionary mobile unit to provide vital opioid treatment directly to those in need, breaking barriers and bringing care closer to home.

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Residents urge Calaveras supervisors to finish and strengthen open-space plan Multiple residents and members of the Calaveras Planning Coalition urged the board to complete statutory updates to the county's open-space plan, adopt an implementation timeline, and pursue landscape-level planning to meet wildlife connectivity and resilience requirements.

Calaveras County residents are demanding urgent updates to the open-space plan to ensure wildlife connectivity and climate resilience—will the supervisors listen?

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Calaveras supervisors back two priority projects in draft active-transportation plan Public works presented a draft Active Transportation and Recreational Trails Plan and asked the board to select two projects for detailed fact sheets to improve grant competitiveness; the board supported Valley Springs and Murphy's as the first two fact-sheet projects and authorized staff to proceed.

Calaveras County is gearing up to enhance its Active Transportation and Recreational Trails with two priority projects that could unlock a share of $100 million in grants!

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Publisher alleges all five supervisors face FPPC investigations during public comment At the Jan. 13 Calaveras County Board meeting, publisher Christopher Butner alleged that all five supervisors were subjects of recent or ongoing California Fair Political Practices Commission inquiries and cited specific dates for prior stern-warning letters and open cases. The DA referral for a separate stalking complaint was also mentioned.

A local publisher's shocking allegations reveal that all five Calaveras County supervisors may be under investigation by the FPPC, raising serious questions about their trustworthiness in managing county finances.

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Four dog adoptions in one day is always a good thing. 🧡🐾

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Abby is what we refer to in the sheltering world as a unicorn, because she’s a rare creature indeed. Abby is good with cats (ignores them completely), other dogs (loves ‘em!), and humans of all ages.

Bonus: She appears to be housetrained!

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If your hot 'n' heavy plans for tonight look like this, you're in good company. We welcome you to the club of cozy blankets, warm fireplaces, and four-legged partygoers. 🎉🐾

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We looooove when folks do DNA tests on their new pups.

Reuben, adopted October 30 (he’s the little guy in the lap in their adoption pic), is a delightful combo of breeds! 🧡🐾

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Our team made sure that all the pups in our care had a delicious dinner of home cooked turkey, veggies, and dessert for Christmas.

And of course our mascot, Bubba, dug into his very own plate of turkey.

Merry Christmas to all from the Calaveras Humane Society! 🎄🐾

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Be sure to pop by our page tomorrow to see our animals having a very special Christmas dinner. 🍗

Wishing you all the coziest of holidays with your family members, both two- and four-legged. Being together is the greatest gift of all.

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Angels Camp approves reimbursement options, fee offsets to shrink Habitat for Humanity shortfall After lengthy public comment and council debate, Angels Camp approved a package of resolutions allowing reimbursements and fee‑schedule changes intended to reduce a roughly $1.3 million shortfall on the Eureka Oaks/Habitat for Humanity workforce housing project, including a reimbursement option capped at $545,000 and direction to allow grant offsets for wastewater hookups.

Angels Camp City Council has just approved vital measures to tackle a $1.3 million shortfall for the Eureka Oaks workforce housing project, ensuring affordable homes for the community.

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Chihuahua mix puppy Bailey is as sweet as pumpkin pie and would love to spend Christmas in her new home. She is extremely cuddly and adores being carried around in a dog sling or snuggling in a lap. (She has typical puppy playfulness too!)

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Our shelter elf is going to head back to the North Pole with some major tales (tails?) to tell!

Molly, 10 weeks, is available for adoption today. We are open Wednesday through Saturday from 11-5.

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Siamese mix kitten Krinkle will make the holidays merry and bright for some lucky person or family. Available for adoption beginning tomorrow (Thursday)!

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Board signals support for continued CAMERA membership pending bylaw changes to ease quorum Calaveras supervisors told staff Nov. 25 they are inclined to remain in the regional Calaveras‑Amador‑Mokelumne River Authority (CAMERA) JPA if proposed bylaw amendments — reducing director quotas and adjusting meeting frequency — are adopted by the JPA in February; staff will return with any requested feedback before that meeting.

Calaveras supervisors are leaning towards staying in the CAMERA joint powers authority if proposed bylaw changes simplify operations and improve connectivity for watershed protection.

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Calaveras agriculture chief outlines pest monitoring, weights-and-measures duties and future equipment needs Agricultural Commissioner Jesse Fowler told the board Nov. 25 that the department oversees pest exclusion/detection, weights-and-measures and other programs, reported recent subvention and contract funding, and flagged future needs including electric vehicle‑charger testing equipment and staff to meet growing inspection workloads.

Agricultural Commissioner Jesse Fowler reveals critical updates on pest prevention, funding challenges, and the need for new equipment to handle the rising tide of electric vehicle chargers in Calaveras County.

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CAL FIRE outlines Zone 0, defensible-space and home-hardening steps for Calaveras homeowners CAL FIRE Tuolumne‑Calaveras public information officer Emily Kilgore gave practical guidance at the Firewise Calaveras Festival: Zone 0 (0–5 ft) will be clarified by the Board of Forestry this year, PRC 4291 requires up to 100 ft defensible space, and homeowners should prioritize vents, roof, decking and driveway access improvements.

CAL FIRE's Emily Kilgore reveals crucial home hardening tips and new Zone 0 guidelines that every Calaveras homeowner needs to know for wildfire safety!

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Local fuel‑break projects show benefits but maintenance costs and timing present major challenges Volunteer and contractor groups described how initial-entry fuel breaks lessen fire intensity in Calaveras County, but presenters warned that lack of timely maintenance can erase benefits and estimated ongoing upkeep could cost roughly $1.5 million annually at build-out.

At the Firewise Calaveras Festival, community leaders revealed that while fuel breaks can significantly reduce fire intensity, a staggering $1.5 million annual maintenance cost looms large to sustain these crucial protective measures.

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Community turns out for first Firewise Calaveras Festival, leaders urge action on home hardening and fuel projects Calaveras County’s inaugural Firewise Calaveras Festival drew residents, local officials, CAL FIRE and vendors to share home-hardening guidance, fuel-break results and evacuation planning. Speakers highlighted legal requirements (PRC 4291), maintenance costs for fuel breaks, and new federal proposals for faster forest thinning.

The first annual Firewise Calaveras Festival united community members and officials to tackle wildfire preparedness with urgent calls for action on home hardening and forest management reform.

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Calaveras Sheriff’s Office expects about nine new deputies next year; hosting FBI leadership sessions and testing new efficiency tools Lieutenant Greg Stark told Taxpayer Alert the department anticipates three graduations early next year plus additional recruits that together could bring about nine new deputies to the county; the office is also hosting FBI leadership training and evaluating dictation and crime‑analysis tools to improve efficiency.

Calaveras County Sheriff's Office is gearing up to welcome nine new deputies next year while implementing cutting-edge training and technology to enhance efficiency!

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Calaveras County expanding canine program with private donations; Bearcat vehicle credited after shooting Lieutenant Greg Stark said the county will add a second patrol canine funded largely by private donors through the Friends of the Calaveras Sheriff's Office and recounted an officer‑involved shooting in which the department's Bearcat tactical vehicle sustained multiple rounds that likely reduced harm to officers.

Calaveras County is bolstering its safety with a new patrol canine funded by generous private donations, while a tactical Bearcat vehicle recently proved crucial in protecting officers during a dangerous shooting incident.

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Calaveras County cold-case task force raised about $250,000 to fund forensic genealogy work Lieutenant Greg Stark said a recent cold-case month and fundraising dinner generated roughly $250,000 to support a task force that has submitted about 350 pieces of evidence for DNA and genealogy testing, yielding new leads on historic cases in Willseyville and elsewhere in Calaveras County.

A recent fundraising dinner has supercharged Calaveras County's cold-case task force, raising $250,000 to unlock new leads and hope for families seeking closure on historic cases.

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Council approves grant applications, LLD governance steps and repurposes $40,000 after Safe Streets forfeiture Angels Camp council authorized application for a $1.5M CDBG microenterprise grant, approved a $3,000 change order to update the grant application, moved to formalize the Greenhorn Creek LLD commission, and voted to forfeit a $160,000 Safe Streets grant while repurposing a $40,000 COG match for pavement work.

The Angels Camp City Council is taking bold steps to revitalize downtown, including a $1.5M grant application to support small businesses and improve city operations.

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Angels Camp council upholds Planning Commission approval for downtown education center after heated public comment After more than two hours of testimony from downtown business owners and residents, the Angels Camp City Council voted to uphold the Planning Commission’s conditional use permit allowing an education/pastoral office and community education center to occupy a downtown storefront, citing legal constraints and pending staff monitoring of permit conditions.

In a heated council meeting, the Angels Camp City Council upheld a controversial permit for a downtown education center despite concerns from local business owners about its impact on the community.

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Angels Camp council recommends two priorities for joint meeting with Utica water authority Council members voted to ask the Utica Water and Power Authority joint meeting to prioritize the five‑year funding agreement and Angels penstock reconstruction; discussion centered on FERC exemption costs, transparency and possible impacts on irrigators.

Angels Camp City Council is taking a bold step by prioritizing funding and reconstruction efforts that could impact local power and irrigation—what does this mean for the community?

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Calaveras officials celebrate completion of Phase 1 of State Route 4 'Wagon Trail' realignment Calaveras County and regional partners marked completion of Phase 1 of the State Route 4 Wagon Trail realignment at a ceremony in Angels Camp, highlighting a roughly $52 million investment in safety, preservation and regional access with funding from federal, state and local sources including Senate Bill 1.

Calaveras County officials celebrated a major milestone in transportation safety and regional access with the completion of Phase 1 of the $52 million State Route 4 Wagon Trail realignment.

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Draft 2026 RTIP released for public comment; COG proposes programming $1.5 million in regional shares for SR‑49 Southern Gateway design Staff presented the draft 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program and opened a public comment period through Nov. 21. Calaveras’ STIP regional shares total $1.5 million over five years; the COG proposes requesting the full share in 2026 for PS&E of the SR‑49 Southern Gateway project.

Exciting developments are underway as the Calaveras Council of Governments unveils the draft 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program, proposing $1.5 million for the SR-49 Southern Gateway project!

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