El Dorado County District 2 Newsletter

The Veterans Monument at the El Dorado County Government Center was host to a special event commemorating Memorial Day 2023. Supervisor George Turnboo gave a speech and proclamation to a large crowd on behalf of the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors. George told his family history related to serving in the armed forces at home and abroad through the decades since the mid-1800s. A number of other great speakers joined Supervisor Turnboo, and a symbolic flyover kicked off the ceremonies. The celebration of remembrance brought friends and family together from all over El Dorado County to represent our bravest and finest. An official from the State Government commented on how great the El Dorado County Veterans Monument is as a monument to those who have served which is a compliment that we have given due honor. We appreciate the service of all and we remember those who gave everything to secure freedom for us all.

Learn more about the EDC Veterans Monument

The Highway 50 Association hosted the 74th Annual Wagon Train from June 3– 10, to embrace our cultural heritage by bringing local history back to life. In 1949, the first modern day Wagon Train was formed to remember the 100^th anniversary of the California "Gold Rush". The Wagon Train travels west from Lake Tahoe to Placerville along Highway 50, following the "Roaring Road" pathway that wagons traveled entering California. The tradition honors the struggle that people endured to seek out a better life for their families and provides a modern way to experience how life was in El Dorado County when California became a state. The Highway 50 Association provides a Wagon Train itinerary, gallery, events, membership and sponsorship information.

Learn more about the 74th Annual Wagon Train

The Food Bank of El Dorado County is honored to be selected as the 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year by 5th District Assemblyman Joe Patterson.

The Food Bank of El Dorado County opened its doors 23 years ago as a grassroots organization with one goal in mind; to help feed those facing food insecurity. With that resolution, the Food Bank has partnered with 30 community-based organizations that have been strategically placed throughout the county. This Emergency Food Assistance Network consisting of faith-based organizations, dining halls, maternity homes, violence-free shelters, youth organizations, county probation departments, and county libraries. The network has been the cornerstone for providing food assistance to our neighbors that need a little extra daily help.

“This award belongs to El Dorado County as a whole”, states Mike Sproull, Food Bank of El Dorado County founder. “Without the assistance of our community businesses, local government, our generous donors, 30 partner agencies, hardworking volunteers, and the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, the Food Bank of El Dorado County would not be what it is today. Working together with these amazing individuals and organizations has allowed the Food Bank to expand its reaches. It increases the ability to serve even more seniors through our Elder Outreach Program, deliver to more Veterans through our No Vet Goes Hungry Program, and distribute more produce at our free farmer’s markets. Working together with the California Listos program and CalOES, we are also able to provide our community members with emergency preparedness, response, and recovery material.

Assemblyman Patterson not only recognizes the day-to-day work and the safety net the Food Bank maintains, but also the Food Bank of El Dorado County’s contribution to our neighbors impacted by the Caldor Fire. “What the Food Bank of El Dorado County does for our community is simply amazing. They are more than just a food bank for folks needing help to feed their families, but also an Emergency Resource Center that is critical to residents of El Dorado County when facing a hardship that goes beyond food”.

Humbled by this award, the Food Bank of El Dorado County would like to graciously thank the El Dorado County community, and Assemblyman Joe Patterson for recognizing the efforts the Food Bank makes to help our neighbors facing hunger each day.

Learn more from the Food Bank of El Dorado County

A Community Services District (CSD) is a California Special District created by a local community to act as a local form of government to meet specific needs. When residents desire more services, they can form a special district to pay for and administer them. Community Services Districts are formed through CA Gov. Code §61000 et seq. to provide up to 32 different services, such as water, garbage, security, recreation, lighting, etc. The special district can consist of any county or counties of an unincorporated territory or incorporated territory of a contiguous or noncontiguous area. Community Services Districts are governed by a board of five directors with four-year terms, elected by residential voters, and directors can be elected at large.

Learn more about Community Services Districts from LAFCO

El Dorado County accepts certain household hazardous waste from local residents. The Environmental Management Department provides information regarding what constitutes household hazardous waste, and the proper ways of disposing the waste. On June 10th, El Dorado County will host another household hazardous waste collection event by appointment only. To participate in the upcoming waste collection event, please contact the Environmental Management Department directly by phone at (530) 621-5300 or by email at hhw@edcgov.us to schedule an appointment.

When: June 10th, 2023, from 9am to 12pm

Where:

Fire Station 86

3670 Bass Lake Road

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Scheduled Appointment Required.

Learn more about Hazardous Waste Collection