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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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General Election’s 11-Day Vote Center Locations Open

Oct 29, 2024 08:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Vote Centers in 18 convenient locations throughout Sacramento County opened Oct. 26 for the Nov. 5, 2024 Presidential General Election.

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Resurrected Wilton Chili Cookoff Draws a Crowd

Oct 24, 2024 03:11PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

After a four-year hiatus, the Wilton Firefighters Association Chili Cookoff and Classic Car Show returned to the Wilton Community Center on Oct. 12, drawing an enthusiastic crowd.

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CSD Considers Relocation of Water and Sewer Lines

Oct 24, 2024 03:07PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

During the construction of Murieta Village in the 1970s, the Pension Trust Fund laid the water and sewer lines beneath the mobile home sites, an unusual configuration that has made repairing leaks both difficult and sometimes hazardous. Adding to the issue is the aging PVC pipes, which have failed five times in the past six months.

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CSD Covers Water Plan, Suit over Development Moratorium

Oct 24, 2024 02:47PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

A potential lawsuit if the board approves a water moratorium and the board’s decision to seek an external review of the Integrated Water Master Plan were notable topics at the Rancho Murieta Community Services Board meeting on Oct. 16.

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Access by Outsiders, Speeding are RMA Concerns

Oct 24, 2024 02:42PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Preventing non-residents from trespassing behind the gates and increasing speed enforcement in next year’s budget were key topics at the Rancho Murieta Association (RMA) Board meeting on Oct. 15.

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It’s Election Season – Make Plan to Vote

Oct 22, 2024 01:12PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

We are days away from the Nov. 5 General Election and ballots should be in hand (and hopefully already filled out and on their way back to the Elections Office, either by mail or Drop Box).

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Sacramento SPCA Welcomes Jennifer Brent as the New Chief Executive Officer

Oct 22, 2024 12:06PM ● By Sacramento SPCA News Release

The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) announced Oct. 17 the appointment of Jennifer Brent as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Oct. 14.

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Matsui Applauds Launch of California Home Energy Rebate Program

Oct 16, 2024 04:00PM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

Funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, Rebate Program Will Save Californians up to $14,000

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Vote-By-Mail Ballots Now Being Sent to California Voters

Oct 16, 2024 09:29AM ● By California Secretary of State News Release

California county elections officials have begun mailing vote-by-mail ballots to each active registered voter. California voters can expect to see their ballots arriving in the coming days.

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Stay Healthy This Season with Wellness Events at the Library

Oct 15, 2024 09:19AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

This fall, Sacramento Public Library will offer free health and wellness programs including yoga classes, flu vaccine clinics, and opioid overdose prevention workshops.

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Gardening Guru Covers Latest Trends at Garden Club Meeting

Oct 11, 2024 03:32PM ● By Gail Bullen, photos by Gail Bullen

When is the best time to remove your grass? Why are young people so passionate about growing succulents? And why have orchids become so affordable? Gardening expert Debbie Arrington explored these questions and more while discussing the latest trends for 2025 at the River Valley Garden Club meeting on Sept. 24.

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Murieta Pet Hospital Finally Opening

Oct 11, 2024 03:17PM ● By Gail Bullen, photos by Gail Bullen

Following three years of delays, the long-anticipated Murieta Pet Hospital is expected to open on Monday, Oct. 14. It is located on Oakville Lane south of Jackson Highway.

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Third Time Is the Charm for Kiwanis Farm to Fork Dinner

Oct 11, 2024 03:07PM ● By Gail Bullen

The third time was the charm when the Kiwanis Club held its farm to fork dinner on the event lawn of the Rancho Murieta Country Club on Sept. 28, raising funds for scholarships for disadvantaged high school seniors.

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Third Time Is the Charm for Kiwanis Farm to Fork Dinner

Oct 11, 2024 03:07PM ● By Gail Bullen

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Fire Fuel Reduction Starts Soon

Oct 11, 2024 02:53PM ● By Gail Bullen

Delayed for more than two years, the Consumes Ladder Fuel Project in and around Rancho Murieta is now expected to begin as soon as Nov. 1.

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Country Club Has No Buyer

Oct 11, 2024 02:43PM ● By Gail Bullen, photos by Gail Bullen

Board Delays Filing of Bankruptcy

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Summerfest Enjoyed by Many

Oct 11, 2024 01:54PM ● By Gail Bullen, photos by Gail Bullen

Summerfest marked its 23rd year at Stonehouse Park when a lively county fair unfolded from Oct. 3 to 5. It is the second-largest community event of the year in Rancho Murieta, surpassed only by the July 4 celebration.

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