Thursday 7-31-08

CalFire Update and More Areas Have Had The Evacuation Order Lifted :)
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

The Mariposa County BOS Tuesday August 5, 2008 Agenda + Highlights:
Mariposa, California County Government News
A Highlight:
Richard J. Benson, County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager; Reject the Proposed Decision of the Administrative Law judge in Setting Aside the Disability Retirement of Mr. Bryce Johnson and Return the Case Back to the Administrative Law Judge, if Reasonably Available, otherwise to Another Administrative Law Judge to Take Additional Medical Evidence Regarding Mr. Johnson’s Physical Fitness for Duty as it Pertains to Eligibility for Disability Retirement
So It Goes!
This is your Money as we are  into the second hundred thousand dollars.
Continued:

New Photos:
The aftermath:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,31,THURSDAY

The weekend is almost here!
Plan your weekend.
Goldrushcam  Out And About Weekend Edition Covering Yosemite National Park, Mariposa, Eastern Madera County, Tuolumne County and Calaveras County

New maps: Thanks to Joe C.
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Special: Mariposa County Board of Supervisors meeting Tomorrow Friday August 1, 2008 @9:00AM. Richard J. Benson, County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager;
The Following Actions are Recommended as a Result of the Telegraph Fire in the County: A) Resolution Proclaiming the Existence of a Local Emergency and Requesting Declaration Proclaiming Existence of a Local Emergency and Requesting: 1) The Governor to Proclaim a State of Emergency; and 2) Requesting a Presidential Declaration of a State of Emergency; and B) Approval of Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution Appointing Individuals to Act on behalf of Mariposa County.

Governor to Hold Capitol Press Conference Regarding State Budget 7/31/2008 - Governor Schwarzenegger will hold a press conference to discuss the state’s 2008-09 budget. Watch the live webcast at 11:15 a.m.
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

CalFire Update:
33,705 Acres.
40% Contained.
15 Minor Injuries.
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

On May 31st, surrounded by family and friends, Richard Blalock and Amber Summerlin became husband and wife.
Sierra Sun Times Announcements

Letters to the Editor:

Don't Throw That American Flag Into The Trash!

Heroism Amidst the Tragedy

Thanking The Voters

Wednesday 7-30-08


The residences and buildings that were lost to the Telegraph Fire:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Some residents can go back home tonight!!!
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Another Big Fire in Mariposa County History.
From Carolyn Feroben's excellent website:
HARLOW FIRE- MARIPOSA/MADERA 1961

Fire Photos have been updated:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,30,WEDNESDAY

Mariposa County Event Line Updated:
CalFire:
32,000+ Acres.
40% Contained.
21 Residences.
15 Minor Injuries.
The fire is burning in the Merced River Drainage, on both sides of the river. The fire is burning with a rapid rate of spread in multiple directions. Accessibility problems due to steep and rocky terrain.
 Mariposa Telegraph Fire
Looking at the map from Joe C. the fire is going in a North-East direction out toward the Soapstone Ridge area of the county.


Two maps added:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

CLOSING DATES FOR FAIR ENTRIES IN VARIOUS CATEGORIES CHANGING.

Reminder from in the Yosemite News section:
Yosemite is OPEN!
also today is a Open House day in Yosemite.
Attend and get a Free Admission! OPEN HOUSE  HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Mariposa County is still under an Air Quality Alert.
Check the Weather Report.
We have been running high temps several degrees below normal for this time of year.

A Blog with Maps:
firefighter blog

Senate Republican Leader Dave Cogdill, of Modesto, today issued the following statement upon the cancellation of the budget floor vote scheduled for tomorrow.
Senator Cogdill Statement on Budget Floor Vote

The Governors of California, Oregon and Washington today joined together via satellite to launch a historic action plan to address challenging ocean and coastal management issues along the West Coast.
West Coast Governors Launch Ocean Action Plan  Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Tuesday 7-29-08

We think most folks who left the meeting last night felt more confident that this fire is getting under control.
Sad times for the folks who lost houses, approximately 25 so far. Let us help them in any way possible. If you have an idea or a way to help them just email us and we will post the information.
Mariposa Together!

Good morning.
We have posted an audio recording from last nights meeting. A big thank you to Joe C. for taking the time to assemble this :)



The Telegraph fire in Mariposa County is putting unusual demands on all service providers in the area, and YARTS is no exception.  We are continuing to operate, but with the following adjustments to our posted schedule:
Telegraph Fire Prompts YARTS Schedule Changes

The Public Information Meeting held at the High School tonight highlights are posted! On the BLOG
Telegraph Fire Meeting - Held at the Mariposa County High School 7/28/2008 | SIERRA SUN TIMES


Reminder:
The 140 is back open until 9:00AM and then Closed from the Octagon to Cedar Lodge from 8:00 PM to 9:00AM unless CalFire finds it is too dangerous to open.

Photo Page updated:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,29,TUESDAY

CalFire Update and a Statewide Fire Map  Mariposa Telegraph Fire

There was a phone number given out verbally last night at the meeting, it is a wrong number, DO NOT call the 209-617-8011 number, call 209 617- 8010 or 617 8435 for structure status.

According to ABC 30 the Lippizzaner Stallions show at the Fairgrounds has been cancelled.
NOAA has issued an Air Quality Alert until noon today.
WEATHER FORECAST

Gov. Schwarzenegger to Join Oregon & Washington Governors to Launch Ocean Action Plan  7/29/2008 - Gov. Schwarzenegger will join Oregon Gov. Ted Kulongoski and Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire live via satellite to launch a historic action plan to address challenging ocean and coastal management issues along the West Coast. Watch the live webcast at 10:30 a.m. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Rep. George Radanovich (R-Mariposa) is now accepting applications for the Fall Internship Program in his Fresno, Modesto, and Washington, D.C. offices. Radanovich Announces Fall Internships
 

Monday 7-28-08

Closed: Parks and Rec. events at the County Park in Mariposa, all county pools are closed, the landfill till at least Thursday.

Telegraph Fire
Community Information Meetings: Tuesday July 29, 2008 @ 7:00PM
Midpines: Midpines Community Center;
Mariposa High School;
Greeley Hill CommunityCenter

The County is requesting that for all info about the fire call 966 -1133 or 888-966-1133 as the dispatch lines need to be kept clear for emergencies.

Mariposa, CA – Smoke density remains great enough from the Telegraph Fire to constitute a health threat for susceptible people.
Health Alert: Expectation of Increased Smoke and Ash

Photo Page Updated!
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,28,MONDAY

Added another Map:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

CHP Report updated  Mariposa Telegraph Fire

The 140 is back open until 9:00AM
Reminder: Tonight:
County Wide Public Information Meeting:
Mariposa High School Auditorium:
Monday July 28 at 7:00 PM
Hosted by Cal Fire, Mariposa County Fire, Sheriff, CHP, MPUD, and USFS

Looks like the 140 in the Merced River Canyon is going to be closed for at least an hour as they fight the fire in the canyon.
They do not want it to jump over to the South side of the river.

Confirmed by CalFire
26,000+ acres
12 Residences
27 Outbuildings
3 Injuries
10% Contained
Mariposa News - Mariposa Telegraph Fire

The Television News Videos of the fire:
Mariposa News, Area News

Good Morning!
Everyone waits for daylight to see what the fire has done overnight. How far up (East) the Merced River Canyon it traveled overnight and if the fire is burning over the top of the ridge is a question waiting to be answered.

Again, as the photos come in they are posted Here

Updates on the fire:
CHP report and a couple of Google Images.
Mariposa News - Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Sunday 7-27-08  Fire News

Good site:
A Blog with Maps:
firefighter blog
Another website with maps:
GeoMAC (Geospatial Multi-Agency Coordination) - Wildfire Support Thanks, Nicole!

New photos from today on the Photo page:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,27,SUNDAY

Fournier Road Closed:
In the CHP Report:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

One injured Firefighter was taken away by Madera EMS. In the CHP Report:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Telegraph Fire:
County Wide Public Information Meeting:
Mariposa High School Auditorium:
Monday July 28 at 7:00 PM
Hosted by Cal Fire, Mariposa County Fire, Sheriff, CHP, MPUD, and USFS

Like falling dominoes the roads are being closed, now Mykle Oaks Road.

Looks like Dogtown Road  and Texas Hill Road are also going  to be closed.
Per the County:
The Landfill will be closed tomorrow.

Schilling Road gets ready for a mandatory evacuation and the fire is about 6/10ths of a mile from the Briceburg Bridge.

CalFire just updated:
18,000 + acres,
8 residences and
0% contained more here
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Will the fire jump the 140 at Briceburg? That and more info on the CHP update:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Mariposa County Update:
Evacuations &
More Road Closures:
Mariposa Telegraph Fire

The County is requesting that for all info about the fire call 966 -1133 or 888-966-1133 as the dispatch lines need to be kept clear for emergencies.

The fire has come over the top of Mount Bullion this morning.
Scroll down through the photos:GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,27,SUNDAY

State fire spokeswoman Karen Guillemin said the cause of the fire "is definitely target shooting," but he (?)would not elaborate.Fire threatens thousands of homes west of Yosemite - Yahoo! News

From CALFIRE:
threatening approximately two thousand homes. Firefighters observed extremely erratic fire behavior due to the dry conditions and the fact that the area has not burned in the past 100 years.

Videos from the Television Stations: AREA NEWS

As of Saturday Evening/Sunday Morning Midnight

The following areas are under current evacuation order and the roadways are closed to the public.  Mosher Road, Telegraph Road, Whitlock  Road, Cory Pine Road, Sherlock Road, Salamandar Road, Colorado Road, Lakeside Road, Davis Road, Rumbly Mine Road and Rancheria Creek Road.

The following areas are being issued a  pre-evacuation advisement:  The North side of s/r 49 from Whitlock Road to s/r 140 and 49 North intersection, s/r 140 north areas to through the Midpines areas continuing to the Briceburg area.   In addition, the North County residents of residing in the areas of DogTown Road, Texas Hill and Wagner. 

Regarding the north county residents of Dogtown, Texas Hill and Wagner be advised that CalFire will be involved in an operation in your area today at about 1000 hrs.  We will have sheriff’s office personnel in your area.  You will also note a presence of CalFire equipment. Mariposa Telegraph Fire

Mariposa County Declares a State of Emergency.
Mariposa County Declares A Local Emergency Due to the Telegraph Fire

Fire News:
A very smoky morning in Lushmeadows/Bootjack area of the county.

Ash has been falling in the Lushmeadows area in the evening hours.

Here is a wiki  created by a Mariposa resident for where anyone and everyone can post info about the Telegraph fire:
No rumors, please:
Telegraph Fire Mariposa/Midpines Home

Sunday News

Most people are fond of robins and many believe they are the very first sign of spring. Not everyone knows that in the bird world they are considered to be nuts...
James Heth - Mountain Shadows

Saturday 7-26-08 Fire News

Fire Photos:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008,JULY,25,FRIDAY
And
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD: 2008.JULY,26,SATURDAY

Google Map
Telegraph Fire

Fire Weather Outlook:
National Weather Service -

UPDATED:
8:30PM Evacuations are in effect:Telegraph Fire
& Mariposa County Declares a State of Emergency.
Mariposa County Declares A Local Emergency Due to the Telegraph Fire
16,000+ Acres.
0 % Containment.


UPDATED:
2:10PM
Mosher Road Evacuation
Telegraph Fire:
The pre-evacuation area consists of residents residing on the following roadways:  Mosher Road, Telegraph Road, Whitlock Road between Mosher Road to Colorado Road, Cory Pine Road, Sherlock Road, Salamandar Road, Colorado Road  from Whitlock to Davis Road, Lakeside Road, Davis Road, Rumbly Mine Road and Rancheria Creek Road.
Telegraph Fire  Saturday July 26, 2008

Mosher Road Evacuation

The  Kiwanis Carnival & Fireworks at the Fairgrounds has been cancelled due to the Telegraph Fire.

The Telegraph Fire in Mariposa County has currently burned over 1,000 acres in an isolated area near the Merced River Canyon.
MyMotherLode.com -

Saturday 7-26-08 Regular News

It is common knowledge that electing the Republican Senator John McCain is akin to giving Bush a third term.  However, before voting, one should look at the record.
James Heth - The Record

Sierra Sun Times Saturday Real Estate News

"California is a leader in promoting health and nutrition, and I am pleased to continue that tradition by being the first state in the nation to phase out trans fats," Governor Schwarzenegger said. "Consuming trans fat is linked to coronary heart disease, and today we are taking a strong step toward creating a healthier future for California."
Governor Schwarzenegger Promotes Health and Nutrition by Signing Nation-Leading Trans Fat Bill

Congressman George Radanovich (R-Mariposa) released the following statement after helping to defeat another shortsighted Democrat energy bill that had no chance of becoming law—H.R. 6578, a bill to release 70 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).
Radanovich: Democrats Continue to Kick the Gas Can down the Road

Senate Republican Leader Dave Cogdill, of Modesto, issued the following statement after a report that the Los Angeles County District Attorney charged more than 20 scofflaws of defrauding $2 million from a state-funded in-home care agency:
Senate Republican Leader Dave Cogdill Issues Statement Regarding Blatant Fraud in Government

Friday 7-25-08

The Fire  now has consumed around 150 acres as of 6:00PM and is on both sides of the Merced River. The Briceburg Campgrounds have been evacuated.

Fire photos:
GOLDRUSHCAM-MESSAGE BOARD

A Fire was reported at about 3:30PM in the Merced River Canyon North of Telegraph Road out on the BLM land and also possibly on the North side of the Merced River in the Quartz Mountain area. Currently CalFire is assessing the situation and no evacuation orders are in place.

CSA PASSES!
Out of 7,122 Ballots
3,190 were Returned
1,939 Voted Yes
1,144 Voted No
107 were Invalid

Hazel Green LLC. looses big time in court.
Will there be a part two?
Look for a full report later.

Reminder: Today:
The CSA balloting results are announced at the Government Center @ 9:00AM.
+
Planning Commission Meeting @1:00PM
Agenda & Highlights:
 County Government News
Also:
Their is not a BOS meeting this coming Tuesday as the BOS does not meet on the 5th Tuesday of a month.
But rest assured they are still busy working that day. Since the last week of December 2007 the BOS has kept true to form, missing 25% of available Tuesday's.

As foreclosures continue to soar, 220,000 homes were lost to bank repossessions in the second quarter, according to a housing market report Friday issued by RealtyTrac.
Sierra Sun Times Real Estate - Homes and Land For Sale In Mariposa County

 From the Email Bin:
Jimmy Collier
He will be playing tonight at the Arts Park in Mariposa:
Out And About Weekend Edition
Also from the Emails:
A reminder about 'Building neighborhood and community support' in Mariposa:
The Chrysalis Institute

'Yosemite' Dan Carter has a website chock full of Yosemite information.
Check it out:
Yosemite Insider - The guide to the Yosemite Region by Area Experts

On July 25, 2006  we were into our fourth day of five where the high temps were in the 100's. In 1985 two hikers were killed by lightning on Half Dome.
Check out today's weather and how the weekend is looking weather wise:
 Weather Forecast For Mariposa / Madera County Foothills / Yosemite


Mariposa Schools must be in tip top shape as no funding trickles down to Mariposa Schools.
Furthering his commitment to improve California's deteriorating infrastructureand relieve overcrowded schools, Governor Schwarzenegger yesterday announced the State Allocation Board has awarded more than $251 million in construction grants to 193 schools throughout the state.
 Governor Schwarzenegger Announces $251 Million Awarded to 193 California Schools

Have to have a sense of humor with our politicians. Without a budget the state workers may drop down to federal minimum wage while our legislators get per diem every day.
Senate Republican Leader Dave Cogdill, of Modesto, issued the following statement about the need for budget reform to provide a long term solution to California’s budget problems.
 Senator Cogdill Issues Statement on Budget Reform

Thursday 7-24-08

With a slight redesign the
Sierra Sun Times Real Estate - Homes and Land For Sale In  Mariposa  County  will now be updated everyday!
Have a FSBO?
Sell it on the Sierra Sun Times.
Have a Rental?
Rent it on the Sierra Sun Times.
Email for more information.
EMAIL

Time to plan your weekend.
Out And About Weekend Edition Covering Yosemite National Park, Mariposa, Eastern Madera County, Tuolumne County and Calaveras County

The CSA ballot counting began yesterday morning:
Counting the CSA Ballots

Food for thought:
CalPERS, with assets of $239.2 billion, lost 2.4 percent for the year. Will the new 'Smoothing Effect' keep Mariposa County payments the same as last year or are they headed up? Ask your district Supervisor.

Franchise Tax Board: State Tax Relief for California Wildfire Victims

High Speed Rail:
Few proposals on the November ballot make as little sense as Prop. 1, the so-called High Speed Rail initiative. Why is Prop. 1 so bad? Let's count the ways:
CaliforniaRepublic.org | Voters Should Reject Rail Bond Boondoggle by Jon Coupal
And
Poll: Voters Support Funding High-Speed Train -  KQCA Sacramento

Congressman George Radanovich (R-Mariposa) released the following statement after joining a bipartisan coalition of House members to defeat H.R. 6515, the disingenuously named “DRILL Act”.
Radanovich Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Defeat Phony Drilling Bill

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday participated in a press conference hosted by the Latino Water Coalition to discuss the urgent need for comprehensive water reform that increases storage, improves conveyance, protects the Delta's ecosystem and promotes greater water conservation.Governor Schwarzenegger Joins Latino Water Coalition to Highlight Need for Safe, Reliable and Clean Water

Wednesday 7-23-08

Yesterday BOS Meeting Quick Highlights:
After discussion about the CSA with a few different residents giving their opinions on the CSA, one last call was given for ballots, then the meeting was continued until this Friday morning at 9:00AM where the results will be made public. The BOS (Continuing with tradition, with Supervisor Janet Bibby voting no) approved spending a total of $150,000 for the 'Lawyers' on a personnel issue.  Coming out of Closed Session on the Bryce Johnson Suit against the county, Supervisor Lyle Turpin said that "Direction was given", AG Commissioner Cathi Boze gave the Annual Crop Report and mentioned that the drought is really starting to have an impact on the ranchers/farmers in Mariposa County as evidenced in grapes, bees, and animal weights.

Come watch the CSA ballots get counted today at the Government Center in Mariposa beginning at 9:00AM.

A great Chamber Mixer was held at J.C. Fremont Hospital last night with a good turnout and the weather was very cooperative. A few new businesses also joined the Mariposa County Chamber with one of those getting ready to start a taxi service!

NOAA has issued a Special Weather Statment for this weekend as the high temps continue to rise.
 Weather Forecast For Mariposa / Madera County Foothills / Yosemite

Last spring was the driest in over 80 years for California.  Following an already dry 2007, Governor Schwarzenegger declared a statewide drought in early June.
Rep. Radanovich Statement Before Subcommittee on Water and Power

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday signed AB 1150 by Assemblymember Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) which bans health insurance companies from rewarding their employees for canceling or limiting a patient's health insurance.Governor Schwarzenegger Signs Health Care Protection Bill

Tuesday 7-22-08

Reminder:Today:
If you have not done so, turn in your CSA ballot today. Mark the ballot, signature required, print your name, date it and remove the stub.
Do not put it in the mail, bring it to the Government Center in Mariposa.+ BOS meeting at 9:00 AM
Highlights and Agenda
 County Government News
Some interesting items:
$150,000 to the 'Lawyers' for a personnel matter and
the yearly ag report by Ag Commissioner Kathi Boze.
+ Chamber Mixer Tonight.
Out And About In Mariposa County 

"We have taken a number of actions to help prevent foreclosures, but we also want to address the many already-foreclosed-on homes that sit vacant in our neighborhoods today," said Governor Schwarzenegger.
Governor Schwarzenegger Launches “Community Stabilization Home Loan Program” to Help Communities Hard-Hit by Foreclosure

Monday 7-21-08

This Friday's Planning Commission Meeting begins at 1:00PM.
 County Government News

On July 19, 2008 the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office received a missing persons report on 43 year old Roy Ward Watson of Stanislaus County.
Missing Man In Mariposa County

Read about yesterday's cool weather and today's possible T-storms. Weather Forecast For Mariposa / Madera County Foothills / Yosemite

Governor to Launch the Community Stabilization Home Loan Program 7/21/2008 - The Governor will hold a press conference to announce the launch of the Community Stabilization Home Loan Program. The loan program is designed to help first-time home buyers purchase homes in communities hardest hit by the foreclosure crisis.
Watch the live webcast at 10:30 a.m. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Sunday 7-20-08

10:00AM: Raindrops in Lushmeadows!

Sunday Special:
Fresno Flats Historical Park is located near Oak Creek Intermediate School and Yosemite High School on Road 427, also known as School Road. Many people do not even know that it is there.  Fresno Flats Historical Park by Linda Gast

When walking into the woods be aware that all the critters in the area know that you are there.
James Heth - Mountain Shadows

CSA 'Thank You' Event Friday July 25, 2008
Out And About In Mariposa County 

Saturday 7-19-08

Agritourism is emerging as a serious industry across the state, especially in southeastern Michigan...But a hodgepodge of local laws governing agritourism has the state ready to step in and regulate the industry...
For farmers, a direct sell

What happened to
AGRI-NATURE TOURISM in Mariposa County?
The last time this page was updated was 4-19-08.
Not on the BOS Agenda for the coming week, over a 1/4 of a year has gone by since the workshops.
County of Mariposa Planning Advisory Committees

The elite group of right wing nuts that swept into power by riding Ronald Reagan’s coattails believed that it was their destiny to build the United States into an empire in the image of the Roman Empire.
James Heth - The Republican Empire Builders

The Planning Commission Agenda for next Friday is posted along with the highlights.  Mariposa, California County Government News

Friday 7-18-08

Brad Aborn mentioned that what happened out at Coyote Springs was long overdue as the encroachments were long out of date.
Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Meeting of July 15, 2008

The Mariposa County Unemployment rate for June (Preliminary) 2008 stood at 6.5 %. A Drop of .4% from the May Revised 2008 report and 1.3% higher than June 2007.Mariposa County Unemployment Report For June 2008

It’s that time of year again – California Invasive Weed Awareness Week – July 21 – 27, 2008. Of course you knew that!
CALIFORNIA INVASIVE WEED AWARENESS WEEK By Cathi Boze, Mariposa County Agricultural Commissioner

July 22, 2008
BOS Agenda + Highlights:
Mariposa, California County Government News
More lawyers @ $150,000, The CSA, Bryce Johnson and more.

Senator Cogdill of Modesto issued the following statement about the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) report on the most beneficial way to meet California’s need for a reliable water source and at the same time protect the delicate Delta ecosystem:
Senator Cogdill Welcomes PPIC Report on Strategies to Save the Delta Ecosystem and Ensure Californians Have a Reliable Supply

Yesterday, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined President George W. Bush in Redding to receive a briefing on the state's wildfires from state and local officials...
Gov. Schwarzenegger and President Bush Discuss Coordinated Federal and State Response to California’s Wildfires -

Thursday 7-17-08

Since Pioneer Market began carrying cloth shopping bags as an alternative to paper or plastic at the end of last year, about 2,500 have been sold.
The Waste Line by Karen Dusek

At 6:30 PM on July 15, 2008 around 40-50 mostly Catheys Valley residents gathered at the Government Center in Mariposa to discuss the Catheys Valley Community Plan.
SIERRA SUN TIMES

During the 2007-2008 fiscal year, the Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) set a new ridership record, the highest in the 8-year history of the operation. YARTS Sets Ridership Record in 2007-2008 Fiscal Year

Reminder: Today:
Mariposa County School Board Meeting July 17, 2008

A Mountain Lion was spotted near Montana Del Oro. Best to keep the pets in the house!

Got Blood?
Give a Pint today!
 Out And About In Mariposa County 

Wonder if new fire trucks could have prevented this?
State Farm is seeking a 47.1 percent rate increase in homeowners' policies in Florida.
Tampabays10.com | Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater | State Farm seeks 47% rate hike on homes

Congressman George Radanovich (R-Mariposa) today gave the following speech on the floor of the House of Representatives in support of H. Res. 1327, a resolution congratulating Fresno State for winning the College National Baseball Championship:
 Congressman George Radanovich's Floor Statement Supporting Passage of Congratulatory Fresno State Baseball Resolution

Honoring his promise to California’s parents and students to make school data more accessible, Governor Schwarzenegger yesterday announced the launch of California School Finder.
Governor Schwarzenegger Launches “School Finder” Web Site for California Parents and Children

Wednesday 7-16-08

On Sunday, July 13, 2008, Mariposa County sheriff’s deputies and US Forest Service law enforcement eradicated a wilderness marijuana complex...
Another Mariposa County Marijuana Garden Eradicated

Here we go, the weekend
is coming up.
Plan your weekend today.
Out And About Weekend Edition Covering Yosemite National Park, Mariposa, Eastern Madera County, Tuolumne County and Calaveras County

The Flash Flood watch has been upped until 9:00PM
Weather Forecast

Reminder: Tomorrow:
Blood Drive

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 1.0 percent in June, before seasonal adjustment, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported today. The June level of 218.815 (1982-84=100) was 5.0 percent higher than in June 2007.The index for energy rose sharply for the second straight month, increasing 6.6 percent in June following a 4.4 percent increase in May. The index for food at home went up 1.0 percent in June, with indexes for four of the six major grocery store food groups sharply accelerating. The index for all items less food and energy increased 0.3 percent in June, following a 0.1 percent rise in April and a 0.2 percent increase in May.

High Speed Rail:
Boondoggle express - ContraCostaTimes.com

Later today, an update on the Catheys Valley Community Plan Meeting at the Government Center yesterday evening that concluded after 10:00PM.

Again, NOAA has issued a Flash Flood Watch For Eastern Mariposa County.
Weather Forecast For Mariposa / Madera County Foothills / Yosemite

Today, President Bush is giving another gift to the oil companies that will do not one thing to lower gas prices for the American people.
Senator Barbara Boxer's Response to Lift Presidential Moratorium on Offshore Oil Drilling

Governor to Announce Launch of California School Finder Website
7/16/2008 - Governor Schwarzenegger will hold a press conference to announce the launch of California School Finder, a new Web site that allows parents and children to easily access existing data about California’s public schools.  Watch the live webcast at 11:00 a.m.

Governor Schwarzenegger today signed SB 1572 by Senator Mark Wyland (R-Carlsbad), which places the Veterans Bond Act of 2008 on the Nov. 4, 2008 statewide ballot.
Governor Schwarzenegger Supports Military Veterans, Signs Legislation to Help Recent Veterans Buy Homes

Tuesday 7-15-08

The finals at Coyote Springs will be relocated, please check back soon for new site location ...
Welcome to ACTRA

Soroptimist International of Mariposa held their annual Installation of Officers event on July 12, 2008 at the home of Long Standing member Elna Philbert. Soroptimist International of Mariposa Installs 2008-2009 Officers

Reminder:Today:
BOS Meeting @9:00AM
Agenda + Highlights:
County Government News
And at 6:30PM
Kris Schenk, Planning Director; JOINT PUBLIC WORKSHOP with the Planning Commission to Consider the Highlighted Version of the Preliminary Draft Catheys Valley Community Plan (CVCP) and Provide Direction to Staff to Prepare the Public Review Version of the Draft CVCP

At their June 17 meeting, the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) for Yosemite West.
 Yosemite West becomes the first Mariposa County community to complete a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)

Bookmark this site!
Yosemite West Property & Homeowners, Inc.

Governor to Sign SB 1572 to Place Veterans Bond Act of 2008 on Statewide Ballot:
7/15/2008 - Governor Schwarzenegger will hold a press conference to sign SB 1572 by Senator Mark Wyland, which places the Veterans Bond Act of 2008 on the Nov. 4, 2008 statewide ballot.  Watch the live webcast at 11:00 a.m. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today joined NASA and federal and state fire officials at the NASA Ames Research Center in Moffett Field to tour the facility and discuss the...
Governor Schwarzenegger and NASA Highlight Infrared Scanning Technology Helping to Fight California’s Wildfires