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SOLOS Presents Water Moratorium Petitions to CSD

Jan 03, 2025 11:00AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Accomplishments on two different fronts were highlighted at the Rancho Murieta Community Services District meeting on Dec. 8.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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TOT Grant Program Available for Non-Profits

Dec 30, 2024 05:01PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The County Board of Supervisors intends to continue providing $1 million through the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant Program to support nonprofit organizations located in Sacramento County in Fiscal Year 2025-26.

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Sac County Partners Protect Children

Dec 30, 2024 04:53PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When the Child Abuse Prevention Center chose a new leader, it found someone with a deep understanding of its mission: someone who was in foster care mainly because her family was impoverished.

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Barcode sticker fees to fund 24/7/365 patrol

Dec 27, 2024 12:38PM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Increased barcode sticker fees and a reinstatement of 24/7/365 patrols were different sides of the same coin when the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board discussed both at its Dec. 18 meeting.

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RMA Urged to Automate Escuela Gate for Escape

Dec 19, 2024 06:14PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

A long-standing disagreement over automating remote gates for emergency evacuations was brought to the Rancho Murieta Association Board on Dec. 10.

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Two CSD Employees Receive Longevity Awards

Dec 19, 2024 05:31PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Rancho Murieta Community Services District Directors honored two employees for their dedication and loyalty during a special board meeting on Dec. 6.

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RMA Board OKs Annexation, Big Purchases

Dec 19, 2024 05:15PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The Rancho Murieta Association Board convened twice within two days earlier this month.

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Delivering Mobile Aid When Disasters Strike

Dec 17, 2024 03:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

You may not know about Sacramento County's Local Assistance Centers (LAC), but when residents are hit with disasters, the centers become vital locations for people who need help getting their lives back on track.

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CSD Board Changes Leadership at Special Meeting

Dec 11, 2024 10:39AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

A Rancho Murieta Community Services District special board meeting on Dec. 6 was special in more ways than one. In addition to being an extra meeting, it also marked a significant shift in the board’s leadership.

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Frost Town Hall Covers Evacuation Gates

Dec 06, 2024 09:29AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

When Rancho Murieta residents were given the chance to weigh in on a proposal to automate two remote gates on the north and south for evacuation purposes, only 30 attended the discussion.

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Pohll Lauded for CSD Service

Dec 06, 2024 09:24AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Director Marin Pohll was recognized for his four years of dedicated service to the community and district during the Rancho Murieta Community Services District meeting on Nov. 20.

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Gate Security, Meeting Delay are RMA Topics

Dec 06, 2024 09:08AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The Rancho Murieta Association Board’s monthly meeting on Nov. 19 focused on two primary topics: the formation of a committee to explore ways to enhance gate security and an announcement by Board President Scott Adams that he is stepping down as president.

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Country Club Christmas Bazaar Lures Shoppers

Dec 06, 2024 09:04AM ● By Joe Wirt

On Nov. 23, the Rancho Murieta Country Club hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar, transforming the Murieta Room into a bustling shopping destination.

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GM Pay Raise, Overdue Audits Are CSD Meeting Topics

Nov 27, 2024 10:09AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

A proposed pay raise for the general manager and overdue audits sparked significant debate during the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board meeting on Nov. 20.

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Village Craft Fair Becomes Christmas Shopping Mecca

Nov 21, 2024 12:10PM ● By Joe Wirt

Early Christmas shoppers looking for unique presents found themselves in paradise at the annual Murieta Village Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Nov. 2.

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Donnelly To Be Honored as Wilton Parade Marshal

Nov 21, 2024 12:06PM ● By Patsy Nemetz

Corky Donnelly is best known for managing Sheldon Feed & Supply for around 40 years. His steadfast commitment to helping others has made a real difference in our community for generations.

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CSD Discusses Pipeline to Boost Water Supply

Nov 21, 2024 11:42AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

An intriguing option to supplement Rancho Murieta’s water supply by connecting to the Sacramento County Water Agency (SCWA) dominated the discussion when the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Improvements Committee met on Nov. 5.

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RMA Board OKs Minimal Dues Increase

Nov 21, 2024 11:40AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

When Rancho Murieta Association members open their monthly dues notice in 2025, they’re likely to breathe a sigh of relief, especially if they’ve just returned from shopping. That’s because dues will only increase by $4.50 a month.

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Opening Nears for Shell Station, Circle K and Subway

Nov 21, 2024 11:37AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

A new multi-service station featuring a Shell fuel station, a Circle K convenience store, Subway restaurant, car wash and dog wash at Oakville Lane and Jackson Road is slated to open in the coming days.

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Security Logs: Nov. 1-10

Nov 21, 2024 11:20AM ● By Joe Wirt

Following is a summary of activity for the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Security Department for the following dates.

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Bipartisan Effort by California Congress Members Drives Modern Multi-Modal Transportation Project Forward

Nov 14, 2024 11:01AM ● By Derek Minnema

Democratic Representatives Ami Bera and Doris Matsui, along with Republican Kevin Kiley, are collectively pushing for federal funding to support the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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Prioritizing Safety for Families on Grant Line Road

Nov 14, 2024 10:52AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

While improving traffic flow through the Sacramento region has always been the Capital Southeast Connector Expressway’s focus, improving safety throughout the route has been an equal goal.

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Saluting Labor: SouthEast Connector Paves Path to Opportunity

Nov 14, 2024 10:44AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) has plans for a regional bike and pedestrian trail that links people to parks, schools, business employment centers, retail outlets, and more

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The Capital SouthEast Connector: A Lifeline for Public Safety and Emergency Response

Nov 14, 2024 10:27AM ● By Derek Minnema, Executive Director Capital Southeast Connector JPA

The Capital SouthEast Connector will be a crucial thoroughfare for emergency vehicles reducing response times and ensuring that help arrives as quickly as possible

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SMUD Lists Unclaimed Checks on its Website

Nov 12, 2024 09:45AM ● By SMUD News Release

The names of customers and vendors who have not yet cashed checks dated Sept. 30, 2021 or earlier are now available on smud.org.

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Automated Evacuation Gates Get Forum

Nov 07, 2024 01:22PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

After being left out of discussions for years, Rancho Murieta residents will finally have the opportunity to weigh in on a proposal to automate two remote gates, allowing them to automatically open, in addition to the two main gates, during emergency evacuations.

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Water Industry Pro Takes Over CSD Operations

Nov 07, 2024 01:18PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Eric Houston, a 19-year water industry professional, has been appointed as the new operations director at the Rancho Murieta Community Services District. He has been working since Oct. 3.

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Second Trunk or Treat Draws 200-Plus to Stonehouse Park

Nov 07, 2024 01:17PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Presented by the Rancho Murieta Association Recreation Committee, the Trunk and Treat early Halloween celebration took place under ideal weather at Stonehouse Park on Oct. 26.

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Murieta Sidewalk Shoppe Opens Fall Market in Plaza

Nov 07, 2024 12:31PM ● By Joe Wirt

Handcrafted wares and costumed pets were among the attractions during the Murieta Sidewalk Shoppe at the Murieta Plaza on Oct. 19.

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Sen. Dodd Returns from Ukraine, Urges Action

Nov 05, 2024 04:07PM ● By Office of Senator Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, recently returned from a weeklong diplomatic trip to Lviv, Ukraine.

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Doctors Say Bacterial Pneumonia Increasing, Especially Among Children

Nov 05, 2024 10:56AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Cases of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma, also known as "walking pneumonia," have been on the rise this year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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County ROAR Program Receives Funding

Oct 29, 2024 06:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Health Services (DHS) has received an $8 million grant from the California Board of State and Community Corrections, funded through Proposition 47, to launch a new program focused on helping formerly incarcer¬ated individuals reintegrate into society.

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California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Approaches

Oct 29, 2024 06:22PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) on Sept. 26 previewed the new Water Year, which started on Oct. 1, by highlighting preparations for more extreme weather events this season following a record hot summer across much of California and a looming La Niña pattern.

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Governor Newsom Vetoes Legislation that Would Have Supported News Publishers

Oct 29, 2024 09:16AM ● By California Newspaper Publishers Association News Release

The California News Publishers Association (CNPA) is disappointed with Governor Gavin Newsom’ s decision to veto AB 2095 (Maienschein), which would have taken important steps to modernize the publishing of public notices while maintaining the print protections for notices.

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