CEDAPP NewsBlast #481 Nov 2026
Updated: 4 days ago
Local News from the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines
A big shout out to the community members that donated to the CEDAPP GoFundMe campaign for the Pollock Pines Christmas Tree Lighting. We raised enough funds to purchase new lighting and rent the required boom lift. We'll start working on this project at El Dorado Savings Bank on November 7 at 9am.
Save the Date!
Help provide a Thanksgiving meal for an El Dorado County family or resident in need.
Every donation—large or small—makes a difference.
HOW TO DONATE:
• Scan the QR code or click here to donate electronically
• Make checks payable to: El Dorado Community Turkey Drive Fund
• Mail/Deliver checks to El Dorado Community Foundation, 312 Main St,
Suite 201, Placerville, CA 95667
• Checks may also be dropped off at Kings Meats
Please DO NOT make checks payable to Kings Meats. Cash cannot be accepted for this fundraising event.
Community Supporting Our Community!
The Pollock Pines–Camino Community Center is among the recipients of these
turkeys, helping to make their free Thanksgiving Dinner possible.
only $10 for an individual membership,
$20 for family, $35 for business,
or $250 one-time for Life membership.
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REGULAR LIBRARY HOURS:
Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.: 12 - 4 pm
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We are seeking new board members!
Call the FOL Hotline @ 1-530-240-5521
Sign up at.......... https://eldoradobeekeepers.org/classes/
National Hiking Day, or "National Take a Hike Day," is celebrated every year on November 17. It’s all about embracing the great outdoors and inspiring people to discover nature’s beauty on foot. It’s also the perfect chance to soak up the physical and mental health perks that come with hiking. Info on our local El Dorado Trail here.
Classes & Events
Event Date: Nov 7, 2026
Event Date: Nov 11, 2026
Event Date: Nov 14, 2026
Election Information
Ballot Drop Boxes open on October 2, 2026, and close at 8:00 PM on Election Day, Nov 3, 2026
Pollock Pines CVS - 6450 Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines (Mon-Sat 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Sun 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.)
4-Day Vote Centers Open October 31, 2026 - November 3, 2026
4-day Vote Centers - Open 10/31/2026–11/2/2026 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Election Day 11/3/2026 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center - 2675 Sanders Drive, Pollock Pines
Pacific Gas & Electric News
Extreme fire weather across
California in October
From Oct. 14-17, California experienced a significant and unusual statewide fire weather event that saw three simultaneous offshore wind patterns: Diablo winds in Northern California, Mono winds along the Sierra and Santa Ana winds in Southern California. This, combined with critically dry vegetation and low relative humidity, created elevated wildfire risk across an exceptionally large geographic area.
During the event, PG&E weather stations recorded wind gusts as high as:
67 mph near Hell Hole Reservoir in Placer County
64 mph near Lebec in Kern County
61 mph near The Geysers in Sonoma County
55 mph near Fellows in San Luis Obispo County
While some customers may not have experienced strong winds at home, PG&E's meteorology team reported that high winds remained present at higher elevations and in fire-prone areas where electrical facilities are located. California's complex terrain can cause significant differences between conditions experienced in valleys and those occurring along ridges and remote portions of the electric system.
• 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
• Download the Sly Park Hills Firewise Community certificate here
• Click here to download a copy of El Dorado County Emergency Preparedness Handbook
The Eldorado National Forest will begin conducting prescribed burns as part of our ongoing efforts to reduce hazardous fuels and improve forest health. These carefully planned burns help lower the risk of high severity wildfires, promote ecosystem resilience, and maintain safer conditions for our communities.
Prescribed burns are carried out only under specific weather and environmental conditions that ensure safety and effective smoke management. This includes adequate recent precipitation, appropriate temperatures, and favorable wind patterns that help disperse smoke away from nearby neighborhoods, highways, and airports.
You may see smoke in the area at times during these operations. Crews will be on site monitoring conditions before, during, and after the burn to ensure everything proceeds safely.
We appreciate the public’s patience as we complete this important work to protect our forests and surrounding communities.
Help emergency personnel find you!
Click for an order form for reflective street address sign
w/4" tall numbers from the
History of Pollock Pines: If you've never checked it out,
The Pollock Pines Epic is an incredible resource for local history.
Check out pollockpines.org with resources for Residents and Visitors,
including live-stream web-cams, plus chain-control and weather information.
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.
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
Support our POLLOCK PINES BUSINESSES - Click here for full business directory
Community Calendar
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 | TONE & YOGA CLASS: 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 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 |
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
NewsBlast GOALS
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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