CEDAPP NewsBlast #475 May 2026
- CEDAPP Org
- 5 days ago
- 7 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Local News from the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines
Every purchase helps support our Community Center's monthly expenses.
Mark Your Calendars!
Welcome the Wagon Train in Pollock Pines on Friday, June 5th!
Welcome the Wagon Train in Placerville on Saturday, June 6th!
We are hoping for a good mob of outriders this year on the Highway 50 Wagon Train!!
Get those registrations in and join us for a day or two or three or seven! registration
forms can be found at hwy50wagontrain.com
Weekly activities at the Community Center:
· Yoga on Mondays at 9:30am, $5 suggested donation
· Bingo weekly on Tuesday nights, food for purchase at 5pm, calling starts at 6:15pm
· Tai Chi on Thursdays at 10:00am & 12:10pm, $10 per person
· Senior Balance and Strength Training on Thursdays at 11:05am, $10 per person
· Pickleball on Fridays at 10:00am beginning May 15th, $5 suggested donation
Be sure to check the Community Center Calendar for the latest updates.
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
Annual Pollock Pines Cleanup Day on May 30th!
POLLOCK PINES - CAMINO ROTARY
*Hope to see you at a future meeting!
Please visit our website for more information.
Mark Your Calendars for the 4th of July Parade
on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines!
Sierra Wildlife Rescue Baby Bird Nursery opens Monday, May 4th. If you find an injured or orphaned bird call (530)-621-4661. If you are bringing a bird to center, keep it in a warm, dark, quiet environment like a shoe box.
To protect the public and our volunteers, we are asking rescuers to remain in their cars when they come to the center to deliver a bird. BBN staff will come out to your car to receive the bird.
(530) 621-5512
What will you enter in the 2026 El Dorado County Fair?
The fair entry guidebook is now available. You can pick up a hard copy at the fair office or download it here: https://edcfair.org/fair/competition-handbook/
Road Closures
DOT has received applications from PG&E for road closures. PG&E staff will be replacing poles while City Rise Safety will perform traffic control. Signs will be posted at least 72 hours prior to the road closure to advise residents. All closures will take place between 8:30 AM & 5:30 PM. For more info: 916-251-8815.
Due to weather conditions, PG&E has requested new dates
for these previously announced road closures:
Clear Creek Road near Sly Park Road: May 29th – August 27th, 2026
Sierra Springs Road near 5 Spot Road: May 15th – August 13th, 2026
El Dorado County approves $550K grant to help
Grizzly Flats residents rebuild after Caldor Fire
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 on April 7 to launch a rebuild program for Grizzly Flats homeowners still recovering from the 2021 Caldor Fire, authorizing $550,150 from the county's affordable housing special revenue fund to get the effort off the ground.
The program pairs qualifying homeowners with nonprofit builder Homemade Sacramento and local volunteers to construct predesigned 750 square-foot homes with the county filling financing gaps through forgivable loans. Homemade Sacramento has committed to contributing at least 50 percent of labor and materials through volunteers with organizers expecting to surpass that threshold and begin construction on the first two homes as early as May 4. Read more here.
El Dorado Irrigation District News
S&P Global Ratings Confirms EID's Strong Credit Rating The El Dorado Irrigation District announced that S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has assigned a strong ‘AA-’ long-term credit rating to the District’s anticipated $43.8 million Series 2026A Revenue Refunding Bonds. This high investment-grade rating is an independent confirmation of the District’s sound financial health, responsible management, and long-term planning. The Series 2026A bonds will refinance existing debt, helping reduce borrowing costs and further strengthen the District’s overall stability. Together, these actions reinforce the District’s solid financial foundation and long-term outlook. For customers, maintaining a strong credit rating helps keep financing costs low, which supports stable and affordable rates over time. Read the full press release here.
Pacific Gas & Electric News
Whether it's a large digging project or something small, call 811 at least 2 business days before you dig in your yard or on your property to avoid hitting buried gas or other utility lines. Read more here.
Generator & Battery Rebates
The Backup Power Support Rebate for generators and batteries is $300 per qualified customer. If you participate in PG&E's CARE or FERA programs, you may receive an additional $200. Learn more here.
Undergrounding/System Upgrades
We are making upgrades to the PG&E electric system. These can help prevent wildfires and keep the power on. Our map shows where this work is happening near you. You can also search for system upgrades by county. To learn more, visit our Undergrounding and System Upgrades webpage.
Burn Permits Required as of May 1
The CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit has announced that residential burn permits will be required effective Friday, May 1. Burn permits must be obtained online at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/. To acquire a permit, visit the website, watch a short educational video, and apply. The process provides the necessary information needed to conduct the burn safely, while minimizing the chance for fire escape. Permits must be in possession either by printed copy or digitally.
Vegetation Management Program
Throughout the winter and spring months, CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit conducts a lot of pile burning across the unit as part of our Vegetation Management Program (VMP). This form of prescribed fire involves gathering excess natural vegetation into piles and burning it under carefully controlled conditions. It’s a key tool in reducing hazardous fuels, lowering long-term wildfire risk, and helping restore healthier, more resilient forests. Every operation follows a strict go/no-go checklist to ensure conditions are right and operations remain safe and controlled. Next time you see piles being burned, know this is proactive work happening now to reduce the risk of larger, more destructive wildfires in the future.
• Learn more about Firewise Communities at our Facebook page.
• Download the Pollock Pines North Firewise Community certificate here.
• Download the Pollock Pines Central Firewise Community certificate here.
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 $5.00 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
Visit our "live" online calendar for more HERE.
Below are recurring events for quick reference.
Day | Event & Location |
Weekdays | SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCHES: Mon-Fri 12-12:30pm at the COMMUNITY CENTER $5 contribution requested. Advance reservations are required - call: (530) 621-6160. |
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 |
Thursdays | TAI CHI CLASSES: Every Thursday @ 10AM & 12:10PM at the COMMUNITY CENTER $10 per person. |
Thursdays | SENIOR BALANCE & STRENGTH TRAINING: Every Thursday @ 11:05AM at the COMMUNITY CENTER $10 per person. |
1st Tuesday | 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 |
3rd 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!
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We are always looking for volunteers to help us put on great events!
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are volunteers who receive no compensation whatsoever.
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