Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Tell us what you think about his proposed cuts, initiative.
Gov. Jerry Brown on Monday released a revised state budget that he said protects funding for education and public safety while slashing $8.3 billion from government to close a $15.7 billion deficit. "This budget reflects the fact that the nation’s economic recovery is proceeding more slowly than anticipated,” Brown said in a released statement. “Lower tax revenues, coupled with federal government obstructions that blocked billions in necessary cuts, have created a deeper budget hole. More painful reductions will be necessary as a result, but education and public safety must be protected.” The governor has placed an initiative on the November ballot that will increase money for schools and provide constitutional protection for public safety…
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Supervisor Peters fundraiser, Sheriff's meeting and playoffs in girls soccer, baseball and softball.
Today's events of the day are a fundraiser for Sacramento County Supervisor Susan Peters, a Sheriff's community meeting and high school sports playoffs in girls soccer, baseball and softball. A reception honoring Peters, who is running for reelection in District 3, which includes Carmichael will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the home of supporter Lawrence Garcia on Ard Aven Place. The cost is $250 per person. Join the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department for a discussion of crime and related issues for the Carmichael community. The meeting is at 6:30 pm at the Del Campo High School Library at 4925 Dewey Drive in Fair Oaks. The playoffs are under way for Carmichael-area high schools. Today's schedule is: Girls Soccer Division III quarterfinals …
Friday, May 11, 2012
District officials address concerns over funding and nutritional value for summer school free breakfast and lunch programs.
Officials from the San Juan Unified School District addressed concerns from parents and faculty over finances being used to fund a new summer school free breakfast and lunch program. Concerns were raised when the district announced it would introduce its new Summer Fun Café program, which would grant students access to free breakfast and lunch programs regardless of whether or not they were in San Juan Unified's jurisdiction. Monique Stoval, San Juan Unified's director of food services, explained she understood how the program could concern parents and staff, especially in light of recent district budgetary cuts and potential staffing reductions. "One of the most important things to understand is that food service programs are not funded …
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The President tells ABC TV that his position has evolved over time and that he supports the rights of all couples to marry.
In a landmark statement, President Barack Obama became the first president to support same-sex marriage. His comments, shared in an interview with ABC's Robin Roberts, were released Wednesday. "I've always been adamant that gay and lesbian Americans should be treated fairly and equally," Obama told Roberts, in an interview that was to air in full this morning on "Good Morning America." The Huffington Post obtained a copy of the interview. Click here to see the president's response. On Sunday, Vice President Joseph Biden told NBC's "Meet The Press" that he personally supported same-sex marriage. Meanwhile on Tuesday evening, North Carolina passed an amendment that defined marriage as a union between a man and a woman. President Obama voiced…
Friday, May 4, 2012
Residents can meet with supervisor during Farmers Market.
Sacramento County Supervisor Susan Peters will be holding another round of office hours during this weekend, including on Sunday in Carmichael at the community’s weekly Farmers Market held at Carmichael Park. "I will be in Carmichael at the Farmers’ Market where you can do your shopping for fresh produce and talk to me about county issues,” Peters said in a released statement. Peters will be at Carmichael Park, 5750 Grant Avenue, where she will set up a table during the Farmers Market that operates through the collaboration of the Carmichael Recreation and Park District and BeMoneySmartUSA, a local non-profit training organization specializing in financial and business education for youth in the community. The market features certified …
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Project, set to start in August, to widen on- and off-ramps, among other work.
The main connector street for Carmichael residents to Highway 50 is getting a major funding boost for construction work, Sacramento County officials announced. The California Transportation Commission on April 26 awarded $25.9 million for interchange improvements on U.S. 50 at Watt Avenue, according to a news release. Construction on the project is scheduled to start in August. The funds come from two state funding programs authorized by Proposition 1B, the transportation bond measure approved by California voters in 2006, including the Corridor Mobility Improvement Account and the State-Local Partnership Program. The $42 million project will also receive funding from the Sacramento County Measure A transportation sales tax. “This project …
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
District 8 includes Carmichael; Peter Tateishi, Ken Cooley endorsed.
Two candidates for the state Assembly District representing Carmichael have received the endorsement of The Sacramento Bee. The Bee endorsed Peter Tateishi, the Republican chief of staff to U.S. Rep. Dan Lungren (R-Gold River) and Rancho Cordova City Councilman Ken Cooley, a Democrat. The two are running for the reconfigured state Assembly District 8 seat, which covers eastern Sacramento County, including Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova and Arden Arcade. Their opponent is Republican Barbara Ortega, a small business woman and former lobbyist. Under the new open primary rules, voters on June 5 can vote for any candidate regardless of party, with the top two vote-getters competing in the general election in November, again …
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Sacramento County is seeking precinct officers for the June 5 election.
The Sacramento County Elections Office is preparing for the statewide June 5 election, and needs more precinct workers who speak Cantonese, Mardarin or Spanish. These workers staff polling places, and are paid $100 for working from 6 a.m. to about 10 p.m., according to a press release. First-time precinct workers also earn $25 to attend a training class. "To serve as a precinct officer you must be a United States citizen, California resident, registered voter, able to read and write English, and are at least 18 years of age," the office said in a press release. "Persons on parole for the conviction of a felony may not serve as a precinct officer." The precinct officers issue and collect ballots, assist voters, and "prepare, open, maintain …
Thursday, April 26, 2012
New California legislation would prohibit the state's minimum wage from being lowered as consumer prices fall but would mandate increases as prices rise.
A new bill working its way through California legislation would ensure the state's workers earning the lowest wages would not diminish as the consumer price index falls. And it's not without its fair share of controversy. The Sacramento Bee reports Assembly Bill 1439 by Assemblyman Luis Alejo would prohibit the minimum wage from being lowered as consumer prices fall but would mandate increases as prices rise. The indexing would be expected to hike the minimum wage about 14 cents next January and would set the stage for what could be annual hikes in years to come. Currently, the state legislature sets the minimum wage in California. As expected, the bill has fueled debate on both ends of spectrum. Proponents like Alejo contest the bill …
Local group to gather at Carmichael Library.
Today's Event of the Day is the monthly meeting of the Carmichael, Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks Tea Party Activists at 6:30 p.m. at the Carmichael Library. Speakers include David Wolfe from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, Joseph McCray, who is challenging incumbent House Rep Doris Matsui and Rory Scott, campaign manager for Roberta MacGlashan. --- Subscribe to newsletters | Follow on Facebook and Twitter | Blog on Patch | Claim your business or group's listing
Victor Calderon
10:57 am on Monday, May 7, 2012
I agree Margaret. It will be an inconvenience but I guess it's necessary. more ›