CEDAPP NewsBlast #471 Jan 2026
- CEDAPP Org
- Dec 31, 2025
- 6 min read
Updated: Jan 11
Local News from the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines
Happy New Year Everyone!
Thanks to A-Team Tree Service for offering Christmas Tree chipping!!
The public is invited to our next general membership meeting at 6pm on Jan 12, 2026. We'll be discussing plans for 2026 and we welcome input from the community. Meetings are held at the Community Center, 2575 Sanders Dr, Pollock Pines.
only $10 for an individual membership,
$20 for family, $35 for business,
or $250 one-time for Life membership.
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Visit the library and check out our Foyer Book Sale anytime during
REGULAR LIBRARY HOURS:
Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: 12 - 4 pm
POLLOCK PINES - CAMINO ROTARY
*Hope to see you at a future meeting!
Please visit our website for more information.
(530) 621-5512
Pruning Roses - January 17, 9am-noon. Join Dan Bowen and the Rose Garden Team for an in-person up-close pruning demonstration in the Sherwood Demonstration Rose Garden, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville. Registration requested, but not required - sign-up link. Parking permits required, purchase a $2 permit at any kiosk.
El Dorado County Recorder-Clerk Launches Free Property Monitoring Service to Combat Real Estate Fraud
The El Dorado County Recorder-Clerk’s Office is pleased to announce the launch of a new free Property Monitoring Service, powered by EquityProtect, designed to help property owners detect and deter property-related fraud.
This no-cost service provides comprehensive monitoring of property title and public records, rental and sale listings, and the dark web. Enrolled property owners receive free email notifications, a free monthly analysis, and a complimentary risk assessment to help them stay informed and take action quickly if suspicious activity is detected. Read more here.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT RE PUBLIC COMMENT
AT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS
Some changes take effect on Jan. 6th to help make Board meetings more efficient and to assist the public in planning how to participate in the meetings. As always, the BEST way to ensure your comments are captured into the official record is to send them via email to edc.cob.edcgov.us. Read the detailed meeting changes here. Register to receive updates like this from the County's email notification system, GovDelivery, by clicking here.
El Dorado Irrigation District
Project Spotlight: Rebuilding the Sly Park Intertie
Welded joints are some of the most vulnerable locations on a pipeline if they are not properly protected. Attention to detail is essential during construction, especially when it comes to protecting the pipeline from corrosion. After pipe sections are welded together, crews install a concrete “diaper” at each weld location. This is a protective wrap filled with concrete that seals and shields the exposed weld area from moisture and soil contact. Heat shrink tape is first applied to the exposed weld, which is then wrapped in a plastic casing filled with concrete. This process protects areas not covered by the standard cement mortar coating and helps extend the life of the pipeline.
Originally constructed in 1978 during emergency drought conditions, the Sly Park Intertie was eventually taken out of service due to extensive corrosion. These enhanced protective measures are intended to improve the long-term reliability of the new pipeline, including during periods of severe drought and increased wildfire risk.
Interested in firewood?
As part of our commitment to protecting watershed lands, reducing wildfire fuels, and supporting public safety, EID offers a Firewood Program for local residents. Permits are available for county residents who would like to cut and collect their own firewood. The wood is located in easily accessible areas of District-owned land and typically consists of softwood (mostly pine). No oak is available at this time. Trees are already down, limbed, and in lengths of approximately 10–20 feet. You’ll just need to bring your own chainsaw and a vehicle to load and transport your wood.
Fees are normally $30 per cord for softwood, but for a limited time, the District is offering wood within the easily accessible Scout Hill area of Sly Park Recreation Area for only $5 per cord. You can back your vehicle right up to the pile and help us clear out a large number of dead and hazardous trees that were recently removed from active areas of Sly Park Recreation Area, supporting long-term forest resilience. If you’re interested in purchasing a permit or learning more, feel free to contact us at Firewood_Permits@eid.org. Let’s keep our forests healthy and our community safe.
Pacific Gas & Electric News
PG&E to Lower Electric Prices on Jan. 1
* 4th Decrease in 2 Years *
PG&E is cutting electric rates on Jan. 1 by about 5% for residential customers who receive both supply and delivery. Typical residential electric bills will decrease by about $7 per month. The reduction is PG&E’s fourth electric price decrease in two years. Combined with previous price drops, residential electric rates will be 11% or $20 less monthly compared to January 2024, reinforcing the company’s commitment to manage energy costs for customers. While PG&E’s electric prices have stabilized and are going down, the U.S. Energy Information Administration is forecasting national electric prices to increase by nearly 10% between 2024 and 2026. Read more here.
Effective November 2025, the California FAIR Plan is offering up to 12 distinct wildfire hazard mitigation discounts for Dwelling Fire and Commercial policies. Here is an easy list of the 12 available discounts. These are in addition to the Firewise Community discount. This year the only time to ask for them is during your renewal or signing up for fire insurance. These discounts, targeting the wildfire portion of the premium, include structural upgrades, immediate surroundings protection, and community-level mitigation. Maximum discounts can reach up to 16.4% for homeowners and 13.8% for commercial customers.
All of El Dorado County is eligible for the Community Discount!!
Help emergency personnel find you!
Click for an order form for reflective street address sign
w/4" tall numbers from the
NEW IN TOWN? Check out our Newcomers webpage here.
There's lots of information for folks just moving in -or- even if you've been here awhile!
Thanks to our CEDAPP Business Sponsors! View them here.
Volunteers Always Welcome!
Here are some examples of local volunteer organizations - check out their websites to see if they might be a fit for you. Or choose from many other possibilities in El Dorado County. Thank you for your support!
CEDAPP - FOL - Rotary - Community Center
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
Curious about what's happening in your neighborhood?
Take a look at the EDSO Crime and Activity Map
The distribution is conducted on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
See 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
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
See our new "live" online calendar
for much more HERE -->>
Below are recurring events for quick reference.
Day | Event & Location |
Mondays | YOGA CLASSES: Every Monday @ 9:30AM at the COMMUNITY CENTER $5 donation requested. |
Tuesdays | BINGO NIGHT: Every Tuesday 6:15-9PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
Weekdays | EDC SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCHES: 12-12:30PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER. Reservations are required, 530-621-6160. Current menus here. |
1st Monday | CEDAPP monthly meeting: 6PM -request the location/remote link here |
2nd Monday | PPCCCA monthly general membership meeting: 6PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
1st Wednesday | DOGWOOD GARDEN CLUB monthly meeting - details here |
3rd Wednesday | FEEDING THE FOOTHILLS FOOD DISTRIBUTION: 10AM-Noon at the COMMUNITY CENTER |
1st Thursday | POLLOCK PINES-CAMINO ROTARY CLUB meeting: check here for details |
2nd & 4th Fridays | EL DORADO COUNTY FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION: 11:30AM-1PM at POLLOCK PINES COMMUNITY CHURCH |
-->Follow this link to see other Community Meetings & Business Dates of Interest
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CEDAPP is happy to promote our businesses, 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 Tuesday of each month. 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 - aka 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
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