Local News from the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines
Pollock Pines makes national news with our upcoming storm as March begins with a roar!
As seen on NBC's Today Show, February 29, 2024:
News from Pollock Pines Friends of the Library (PP FOL)
Want to stock up on some good books? Come to our Pollock Pines Library and visit the Friends of the Library foyer book sale. Our shelves are stocked and you can fill a Safeway size bag for only five dollars.
FOL raises money to purchase new books, summer programs, and other activities for adults and children.
Become a Friend of the Library - only
$10 for an individual membership, $20 for family, $35 for business or $250 for Lifetime membership. Learn how to join here!
Read the Pollock Pines FOL 2024
Newsletter here.
Watch for our Mega Book Sales at Safeway
on the Friday before Memorial Day &
Labor Day weekends.
You may donate gently used books at the library during open hours.
The Pollock Pines Community Library hours are Tues/Wed/Fri/Sat from noon - 4PM.
POLLOCK PINES - CAMINO ROTARY
Hope to see you at a meeting! Call 530-305-0872 with any questions.
Rotary connects 1.2 million members from more than 200 countries and geographical areas. For over 75 years the Pollock Pines - Camino Rotary members have worked together to make a difference in our local area as well as communities around the world. Our members are dedicated volunteers who share a passion for both community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group of people who share your drive to give back. Some of our recent and past projects include: our Community Flea Market, Strikes for Scholarships, the Fourth of July Parade, the clean up of our Judy Morgan Park, the Camino School Trail, our Polio Plus fundraising, Speech and Music Contests, County Dictionaries for Third Grades, the Interact Club and Breakfast with Santa. In addition, we proudly partner with the other community organizations in Pollock Pines and Camino to support local events.
We are looking for new members and volunteers who will work alongside us on our many projects and activities. Most of all, we want to know what projects you want to see happen in our community. Please visit our website for more information including meeting dates and times.
The Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines (CEDAPP) is a volunteer organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of Pollock Pines and to developing and maintaining an environment that will improve the economic prosperity of the Pollock Pines community and its supporters, while enhancing the quality of life of its citizens.
CEDAPP members are dedicated to a prosperous and healthy community and offers many opportunities for all interested residents of Pollock Pines including, but not limited to, the support of local businesses and our local economy; to creating various events throughout the year for residents and visitors to celebrate, enjoy and enhance the quality of life and sense of community right here in Nature's Wonderland. We would be pleased to provide you with any kind of information about our local non-profit organization in regards to what we do, what we have planned, and/or how you can become involved at a level that you are comfortable with. A sample of the events that we hope to continue to provide to our community are: the Judy Morgan Clean Up, the Hands Across Pollock Clean Up Day, National Night Out, Trunk or Treat, and Trees for Teens. Our many services to the community can only function with the assistance of community volunteers, without which, they will sadly cease to be. If you and your family enjoy these events, please consider volunteering a few hours to ensure that they continue. You can choose to assist with any event...in whatever way that you're comfortable with. Please consider joining like-minded neighbors for the betterment of our entire community. Go to cedapp.biz or contact cedapp.pollockpines.gmail.com for more info.
Buy See's Candy Year-Round
The Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center Association (PPCCCA) offers See’s Candy sales on-line year-round. Our THANKS for your continued fundraising support for the Community Center.
Candy is shipped directly to you, your friends and family out of town, or next door with zero hassle!! Orders of $75.00 or more get free shipping. Order here.
In-person Easter Candy Sales
Get ready to supplement your Easter baskets courtesy of See's Candy. Our sales will be March 22nd to the 30th
from 10am to 5pm in Room 4.
PG&E PRE-OWNED ELECTRIC VEHICLE REBATE PROGRAM
When purchasing or leasing a pre-owned electric vehicle (EV), Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers may be eligible for up to $4,000 in rebates. Read more here.
Flume 48 Replacement Update
EID crews seized a brief break in the weather to undertake repairs on Flume 48, a segment of our 22-mile-long canal and flume system that's essential for delivering drinking water to our customers. Constructed originally of wood in 1876 and sitting atop an un-mortared, hand-stacked rock bench north of Highway 50 near Camp 5, Flume 48 has served us well but is now showing its age and is in desperate need of a comprehensive overhaul. After a complete replacement in 1948, the time has come again for major work. Today, our dedicated teams completed repairs to prolong the wooden flume until the design is complete to replace the wooden sections with a more permanent material.
Why this matters: The stakes are high. Without timely action, deteriorating conditions could lead to flume failures, impacting the public, Highway 50, and the South Fork of the American River. Up to a third of our water supply could be jeopardized, potentially interrupting the steady flow of water for consumption and hydroelectric power generation.
Jenkinson Lake reached 100% capacity on February 7th! What does this mean for the rest of the year? It means a secure water supply for 2024, a head start on supplies for 2025 in case drought conditions occur, and an excellent recreation season at Sly Park.
Greater Placerville Wildfire Evacuation
Preparedness Study Unveiled
The El Dorado County Transportation Commission, in partnership with the City of Placerville, El Dorado County, the El Dorado and Georgetown Resource Conservation District, Cal Fire, and other first responders, has initiated the Greater Placerville Wildfire Evacuation Preparedness, Community Safety, and Resiliency Study. This collaborative effort aims to fortify the community’s resilience in the face of wildfires by crafting a comprehensive evacuation preparedness plan. Read more here.
STATE ADOPTS UPDATED SRA FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAPS, EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2024
-> -> See the El Dorado County Map here.
The CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal began the regulatory process for the State Responsibility Area (SRA) in December 2022. They held 59 public hearings and provided 174 days for public comment. After carefully reviewing more than thirteen hundred comments, adjustments were made to the map, which resulted in just over 123,000 acres receiving an updated designation. The final regulation and map were adopted on January 31, 2024, and will become effective April 1, 2024. To view the changes and for more information about FHSZs, visit the following website: osfm.fire.ca.gov/FHSZ.
Check out pollockpines.org with resources for Residents and Visitors,
including live-stream web-cams, plus chain-control and weather information.
Support our POLLOCK PINES BUSINESSES - Click here for full business directory
True Value Hardware
Your locally owned hardware store. We're proud to be a member of the True Value family, and we're here to serve our community. Whether you're a pro or taking on a DIY home improvement project for the first time, we're right here in your neighborhood with the expert advice, tools, equipment and the products you need to get the job done. Pollock Pines True Value Hardware, we're here to help. Come in and see us today at 6416 Pony Express Trail.
in beautiful Pollock Pines
The MotoRetreat is a private whole-house Airbnb in the Sierra Nevada that focuses on recreation and motorsports - two wheels or four! Follow us on Instagram - we often post discounts as Instagram stories! We will also post weather updates whenever there is snow in the forecast.
Our office is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complex world of buying, selling and renting properties with a staff of knowledgeable and experienced agents. We offer expert guidance and personalized service every step of the way and beyond your transaction. Whether you’re searching for your dream home, looking to sell your current property or in need of a rental in Pollock Pines, Camino, Placerville or anywhere else in El Dorado County we are here to help. 530-644-1644
The El Dorado Sheriff’s Office (EDSO) urges all of our community to remain vigilant during their normal daily activities and immediately report any suspicious activity to:
El Dorado Sheriff's Non-Emergency Line 24/7
Call (530) 621-6600
Feed El Dorado 2023
Food Distribution
at the Community Center
Next date: Wednesday, Feb 14, 2024,
from 11AM to 1PM
Volunteers are needed. Please call
Chris Anderson at 209-214-5442
if you are able to help at one
of the monthly distributions.
Download the full schedule here.
SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCHES
You are invited to enjoy a hot, nutritious meal, Monday through Friday at any of the Senior Dining Centers listed below. Lunch is served from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. for the suggested voluntary contribution of $3.00 per meal for adults 60 years and older. Monday through Friday at the Community Center
Advance reservations are required. See the current menus here
For information call : (530) 621-6160
Community Calendar
Date | Event & Location |
Tuesdays | BINGO NIGHT: Every Tuesday 6:15-9PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Weekdays | SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCHES: 12-12:30PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER. See the current menus here. |
Mar 4 | CEDAPP meeting: 6:00PM -request the location/remote link here |
Mar 6 | DOGWOOD GARDEN CLUB meeting, check here for details. |
Mar 7 | ROTARY CLUB: 8AM at THE SPORTSMAN'S HALL |
Mar 8 | EL DORADO COUNTY FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION: 11:30AM - 1PM at POLLOCK PINES COMMUNITY CHURCH |
Mar 11 | PPCCCA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP meeting: 2PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Mar 13 | FREE FARMERS MARKET FOOD DISTRIBUTION: 11AM - 1PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Mar 17 | ST PATTY'S DAY DINNER: 2-5PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Mar 21 | ROTARY CLUB meeting: 6PM at THE FORESTER PUB AND GRILL |
Mar 22 | EL DORADO COUNTY FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION: 11:30AM-1PM at POLLOCK PINES COMMUNITY CHURCH |
Mar 22-30 | EASTER CANDY SALES: 10AM-5PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Apr 1 | CEDAPP meeting: 6:00PM -request the location/remote link here |
Apr 3 | DOGWOOD GARDEN CLUB meeting, check here for details. |
Apr 4 | ROTARY CLUB: 8AM at THE SPORTSMAN'S HALL |
Apr 8 | PPCCCA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP meeting: 2PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Apr 10 | FREE FARMERS MARKET FOOD DISTRIBUTION: 11AM-1PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
A brief preview of upcoming events in the next few months across our area:
May 4 – Cornhole Tournament @ Old Pinewood School – Rotary
May 3-11 - Mother's Day See's Candy Sales @ Community Center – PPCCCA
May ? – Hands Across Pollock Clean Up Day – CEDAPP
May 24 – Book Sale Fundraiser @ Safeway – FOL
June 7-8 – Wagon Train 75th Anniversary @ Community Center – PPCCCA
June 15 – Community Flea Market @ El Dorado Savings Bank – Rotary
June 26 – Wild Things @ Community Center – FOL
July 4 – 4th of July Parade – Rotary
July 19-20 – Logging Days @ Community Center – PPCCCA
-->Follow this link to see other Community Meetings & Business Dates of Interest
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CEDAPP is happy to promote our businesses, our members, and friends to our community. If you have something you’d like the community to know about that benefits the people of Pollock Pines, please email the editor. Thanks!
CEDAPP meetings are held the first Monday of each month (shifts to the second Monday
if falling on a holiday). Meetings are currently held at 6:00pm - please contact cedapp.pollockpines@gmail.com for location, link, or with any questions.
Note: All CEDAPP meetings and events are open to the public. CEDAPP is an all inclusive community organization. The more community folks involved, the more “COMMON UNITY” there is!
Join CEDAPP HERE
Membership in CEDAPP is open to all residents, businesses, organizations, and friends of Pollock Pines.
We are always looking for volunteers to help us put on great events!
CEDAPP - Caring Every Day About Pollock Pines
CEDAPP is a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit and its Board of Directors are volunteers
who receive no compensation whatsoever.
Visit us at https://www.cedapp.biz