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11.29.11 Chad Macias arrested for animal shelter burglary Parolee Michael Cady arrested for weapons and drug charges MS-13 gang leader, Danilo Velasquez aka 'Triste,' convicted of racketeering 11.28.11 Jack Kyle Daniels arrested for drug sales in Eureka Family injured in home invasion robbery in Garberville Hussain Munassar Obad arrested for home-invasion robbery in Benbow Chad Macias wanted for animal shelter burglary 11.27.11 The 11.22.11 Special Meeting is Online! The council approved the option agreement which now goes to the property owner for their consideration. 11.26.11 Wal-mart uses initiative process to bully communities - California Watch Communities that have resisted Wal-mart stores (such as Eureka) are being forced to accept them or pay for expensive special elections throughout California. The process allows Wal-mart to circumvent environmental laws (CEQA) and city council approval. 11.24.11 Happy Thanksgiving! Drugs used for psychotics go to youths in foster care - New York Times 11.22.11 $$$ Rio Dell Plaza Option Agreement $$$ City Council votes 5-0 to approve the option agreement at $6,000 for six months with a purchase offer of $975,000. The agreement now goes to the property owner for their consideration. Richard Garnett arrested for assault Wanted suspect Robert Mabry of Hoopa 11.19.11 Special meeting Tuesday 5:30pm to vote on the option agreement for the Rio Dell Plaza project. The option agreement is not yet available online. 11.18.11 Former owner of Redwood Motorsports ordered to pay $100,000 for illegal dumping Humboldt County Superior Court offers fine amnesty program Missing brothers Jason & Brian Balke found safe after getting lost picking mushrooms Local phone scam reported; facebook pages providing personal information used to scam victims Northern District of California recovers more than $345 million in debt owed to taxpayers Local residents have reported receiving phone calls from people identifying themselves as being with “Windows” or “Microsoft” and informing the person that their computer has a virus that can’t be removed by local computer shops. They are told to connect to some type of remote server in order to remove the virus which is, of course, a scam. If you receive a call similar to this then please contact local law enforcement. Do not provide any personal information to unsolicited calls! 11.17.11 Wesley Lavern Evans arrested in Rio Dell for stolen property and drugs Three arrested for oxycodone trafficking; $235,524 cash seized Exporter pleads guilty to selling sensitive technology to China 11.16.11 The 11.15.11 city council meeting is online! A vote on the option agreement for the Rio Dell Plaza proposal is postponed to a special meeting next Tuesday at 5:30pm. The city has promised to post the option agreement for the public prior to its approval. We will post it here once it becomes available. Former council members seek dismissal of corruption charges - Los Angeles Times 11.14.11 See the Rio Dell Plaza page for all the latest information and letters to the editor The option agreement will come up for a vote tomorrow night at the city council meeting Illegal Occupy Eureka encampment disbanded (again) - 33 arrests made Former San Francisco Giants payroll manager convicted of embezzling $2.2 million Painter pleads guilty to tax evasion on more than $1.9 million used to pay illegal immigrant workers 11.13.11 City Council meeting Tuesday Nov. 15th 6:30pm Agenda - includes approval of option agreement for property to develop into Rio Dell Plaza (see public meeting for details), approval of new city attorney's, approval of new planning fees, etc. 11.11.11 RioDellTimes.com salutes our vets on Veteran's Day! Thank you for your sacrifice The 11.10.11 Rio Dell Plaza public meeting is Online! The meeting was well attended with people in support and opposed to the project U.S. soldiers at war: the forgotten 1 percent - Washington Post Holiday resources list for Humboldt County- Food baskets, free meals, toys, etc. 11.10.11 The 11.1.11 City Council meeting is online! Includes the first overview of the Rio Dell Plaza concept Public meeting tonight re. Rio Dell Plaza concept 6:30pm City Hall The planned shopping mall development at the 23 acre pasture at Davis and the Hwy 101 South on-ramp will have significant impacts on the entire city which requires the participation of the residents. 11.9.11 Joseph Demello sought after stabbing at a residence on Bacchetti Dr. Eureka Local charges dropped against Clarence Lewis in bank robbery case; federal charges filed Supplement manufacturer pleads guilty to selling unapproved drugs 11.8.11 Paul Bristow (aka Coon) & Tabitha MacDonald arrested for drug charges at Eureka motel 11.6.11 What caused the financial crisis? The big lie goes viral - Washington Post Unless we understand what caused the financial crisis we are doomed to repeat it as history has proven time and time again. Wall Street profits surging - Washington Post Banks and Wall St. firms have earned more profit in the first 2.5 years of the current administration, after the financial meltdown, than they earned under the the prior administration. Claims of over-regulation or an anti-business administration are obviously false. 11.5.11 Five held to answer in Bridgeville pot case - Times Standard An earlier drug bust in Ferndale led to the Bridgeville residence as those involved quickly provided information implicating others. Hopefully law enforcement will continue to follow the trail to wherever it leads and more arrests will follow. **The Times Standard online has changed to a pay service. 11.3.11 Humboldt County Dept. of Health & Human Services Outreach Program Schedule - County services accessible to outlying areas 11.2.11 City contract engineering firm awarded millions in contracts to itself - Los Angeles Times State audit reveals engineering firm hired to advise the city for many years awarded itself projects, monitored its own compliance, approved its own invoices, etc. Is the U.S. heading for war with Iran? - The Guardian 11.1.11 New major commercial development proposed for Rio Dell at Hwy 101 and Davis St. exit by city manager - concept includes supermarket, gas station, two motels, restaurants and new city hall; public meetings planned for next week (schedule to follow) |
7.31.11 Arsonist Edward Dean Wilhite arrested after setting fire on Vigo Street Eureka Woman sets homeless man on fire in Eureka Community events updated re. $25,000 to finish the 2005 water infrastructure project, the Smartmeter moratorium debate, and more... 7.30.11 Running in the red: how the U.S., on the road to surplus, detoured to massive debt - Washington Post This is a good article about the decades long road to the current economic self-imposed disaster. Wildwood Days schedule - Humboldt Beacon 7.29.11 City attorney sued for providing bad legal advice - Los Angeles Times Gun trafficker and gang member sentenced 7.28.11 Local Man Sentenced for Child Sex Abuse Case more!!! 7.27.11 Roll over accident on Broadway 7.26.11 Dept. of Health & Human Services mobile outreach August schedule Access to social services in the outlying areas of Humboldt County California gets $5.4 billion bank loan to bypass U.S. debt failure - Los Angeles Times City manager loses bid to have city pay their legal defense costs - Los Angeles Times Road rampage shooting, suspect sought more!!! Shell discussing wind energy project in Ferndale; Rio Dell - Times Standard Read more about the Bear River Wind Power Project here. Interim city manager leaves Bell - Los Angeles Times The repercussions from the long time fraud and cronyism continue to unfold. At least the citizens of Bell are finally paying attention! 7.25.11 **The July 19th 2011 Rio Dell City Council meeting with the Smart Meter debate is online!!! Dr. Frances Day pleads no contest to felony Christopher Henson and 16-year-old juvenile arrested for burglary in Cutten Redistricting committee public meeting tonight 6-8pm Rio Dell City Hall - Times Standard 7.24.11 High speed car pursuit through Eureka leads to arrest after crash 7.22.11 Assault with a deadly weapon arrest 7.21.11 Sacramento child molester now a mass murder suspect in Oregon - Sacramento Bee Former police officers charged with federal crimes Prostitution sting in Old Town Thomas D. Jones arrested at Fort Humboldt for attempted burglary, etc. Mexican citizen sentenced to more than six years for cocaine distribution 7.20.11 Accidental Death More!!! Community Events updated re. last nights council meeting, etc. 7.19.11 California budget cuts threaten Humboldt County courthouse embezzlement investigation - Times Standard Blue-green algae warnings: Eel River (South Fork), Van Duzen, etc. - Times Standard 7.18.11 Council packet for tomorrow's meeting starting at 5:30pm There is a rally planned for 6:00pm to protest the Smartmeters and support the city moratorium. The council meeting will include a presentation regarding the meters initiated by council member Thompson and his contention that he has "information" linking PG&E to the United Nations (alleged conspiracy to take over the world aka Agenda 21). The conspiracy theory of the upcoming world takeover by the UN includes herding Americans into camps and ending all private property rights. There is a good article regarding it here. The full text of the actual Agenda 21 policy recommendations are available here. 7.17.11 Rio Dell city council meeting Tuesday July 19th 5:30pm Agenda Includes study session re. Bear River Wind Power Project, discussion of smart meter program, etc. See Community Events for a discussion of the smart meter issue and a clip from the 7.5.11 meeting. 7.15.11 Ex-city manager pleads guilty in public corruption case - Los Angeles Times This makes the third city official to plead guilty to corruption charges in the small city since 2009. Even long time entrenched cronie fiefdoms come to an end when the public starts paying attention. Justin Wier pleads guilty to weapons charges Counterfeit movies ring busted Tsunami siren test in Trinidad 7.14.11 Community Events updated! District Attorney holding Blue Lake town hall meeting on public safety next week Attempted murder/mayhem follow-up Rio Dell study session on Shell/Bear River wind power project Tues. 5:30pm Meeting highlight from 7.5.11 city council meeting (public presentation) 7.13.11 Man who threatened United States Senator sentenced to four months imprisonment More!!! Pacifica man goes to federal prison for trafficking endangered species on the internet. More!!! Former financial officer pleads guilty to tax evasion 7.12.11 $30 million bet on Vandenberg Air Force Base - Los Angeles Times Hawthorne company set to break ground on new launchpad and hangar for Falcon Heavy rocket. Redistricting public hearings schedule - Times Standard Rio Dell will be holding a meeting on July 25th 6pm at City Hall; Scotia's meeting will be at 6pm on the 26th at the Fire Hall. 7.11.11 Attempted Murder and Mayhem Arrest More!!! Sheriff's Citizens on Patrol information and recruitment 7.10.11 Revised contract with Kevin Caldwell, Community Development Director Caldwell has the certifications and experience to assume duties such as planning, building inspection and code enforcement. We encourage the city to follow through and perform these duties in-house rather than continue to use the independent contractor that has been used during the years of continuing deterioration of the housing stock. 7.9.11 HUD letter points out 'negligent' use of federal dollars - Whittier Daily News City blames third party for failure to comply with HUD regulations, failure to have minimal paperwork on file, misappropriation of grant money, etc. The activities cited by HUD are very similar to those listed by the 2004-05 Humboldt County Grand Jury investigation into Rio Dell's HUD program. The city also tried to blame others for their failure to monitor the program as required. 7.8.11 Assault with Deadly Weapon More!!! Death investigation in Garberville after dead body found in river Pharmacy owner charged with multiple counts of health care fraud Former attorney indicted for multi-million dollar ponzi scheme Rio Dell yet again rejects public records request - Response letter to city "The people of this State do not yield their sovereignty to the agencies which serve them. The people, in delegating authority, do not give their public servants the right to decide what is good for the people to know and what is not good for them to know. The people insist on remaining informed so that they may retain control over the instruments they have created" California Gov't Code Section 54950 California Public Records Act FAQs CPRA exemption for private personal information - First Amendment Coalition The exemption is very narrow! Marijuana lobbyist's fundraiser for District Attorney Gallegos raises questions - California Watch 7.7.11 Judge stops Richardson Grove expansion project - Sacramento Bee Defendant in $6.2 million false tax refund scheme sentenced to 21 months prison 7.5.11 Judge rules city can't layoff workers - Daily Pilot The ultra conservative city is moving to privatize all of the city jobs possible. Welcome to new city council member Frank Wilson Here is tonight's city council meeting packet - includes details of the change to the city manager's contract, etc. 7.4.11 Happy Independence Day! Words of wisdom from the Founding Fathers - Los Angeles Times President George Washington's farewell address This should be mandatory reading for everyone as the Father of our country warns of the threats to the new country which have almost entirely proven to be true. Pay careful attention to the passages about partisan rivalries that can tear the country apart. City Council meeting Tuesday July 5, 2011 6:30pm - Agenda Participate in your local government or risk the inevitable results (see Bell, Maricopa, Vernon, etc.). Agenda items include changes to the city manager contract regarding medical insurance and the purchase of a 2006 Crown Victoria police car. The council packet that includes the supporting documentation was not available online prior to the meeting so details of the contract changes are unknown at this time. Here is the existing city manager contract. Many small cities pay officials hefty health benefits - Los Angeles Times 7.3.11 Small town economic woes - Los Angeles Times The Grand Jury has even recommended disbanding the small town due to unsustainable finances Federal prosecutors, FBI launch probe into potential misuse of funds - Los Angeles Times HUD officials suggest the city may have misspent as much as $4 million. FYI-Rio Dell has received millions in HUD housing money to 'rehabilitate' local homes yet continues to suffer from an increasingly deteriorating housing stock by its own admission. Fourth of July activities: the North Coast celebrates Independence Day - Times Standard Samoa developers must consider sea-level rise - Sacramento Bee The proposed development will include homes with the first floor 32 feet above ground. 7.2.11 What history teaches us about the welfare state - Washington Post 7.1.11 Get the best bang for your buck on fireworks in Rio Dell at our local Redwood Miniature Golf course; supports Liberty Tabernacle! Free block party July 2nd 7-10pm Free fireworks, BBQ, give aways and more! Eureka Police Officers' Association press release regarding Garr Nielsen Home invasion robbery arrests made Marijuana investigation results in two guilty pleas Conviction of felon after shootout on crowded street Cooperative law enforcement agreement between HCSO and Karuk Tribe |
5.31.11 FBI expanding probe of building department 'as wide and high as they can' to combat systemic fraud - Los Angeles Times 5.29.11 Thank you to all our veterans; may your sacrifices never be forgotten or taken for granted. Bell CA seeks help from the state to find an auditor - Los Angeles Times Past audits have failed to disclose the rampant fraud and misappropriation of millions in public funds that had been going on for years. HUD suspends funding to Montebello CA housing rehabilitation program - Los Angeles Times Housing money simply disappeared over the years with little to nothing to show for it other than missing or falsified records by the agency hired to manage the funds for the city. Sound familiar? Lobbyists, political activists use new online tools to slow or derail new laws - ABC News Transparency efforts are being used by lobbyists manipulating the system. Twitter unmasks anonymous user in landmark legal battle - The Guardian We have not seen any publicity of this case in the U.S. press despite the enormous implications for online privacy overall. Of the 1%, by the 1%, for the 1% - Vanity Fair Excellent article that should be required reading for the remaining 99% of American's regardless of political affiliation. Also, read The pauperisation of middle-class America 5.26.11 Ex-city manager pleads guilty to using city money for golf, massages, etc. - Los Angeles Times Currently, the former public employee is receiving $42,000 in monthly pension. Don't forget, the state recently failed to pass a proposal to strip public pensions from city and state officials convicted of misusing taxpayer money. The $500,000 annual pension of this manager will remain despite his admission of guilt. 5.23.11 Transformer oil spill closes Blue Lake Blvd near Highway 299 Second building inspector pleads guilty in federal bribery probe - Los Angeles Times Systemic fraud being investigated by the FBI as bribes were being demanded by crooked inspectors as a matter of routine. Illegal permits were simply a common everyday occurrence despite the risk of injury or death from deficient construction. Supreme Court orders massive prisoner release in California - Los Angeles Times 5.21.11 Missing 2 year old found dead in Trinity River - Times Standard U.S. law enforcement increasingly peeping at email, Facebook, instant messages, etc. - CSO Security & Risk In a related story, the only bipartisan agreement to come out of DC these days is an extension of the Patriot Act provisions which passed with virtually no debate or publicity. Anyone concerned about their Constitutional rights should be paying close attention to this issue. No hacking required to be prosecuted as a hacker - Wired Employees may be prosecuted under federal antihacking laws for violating employer computer use policies or "exceeding authority." 5.20.11 Community Events updated with info from Housing & Community Development regarding the blown CDBG funded project at Wildwood and Painter. 5.19.11 Cold case solved; Joseph Miller aka Hinds arrested for murder more! Ban on credit checks for job applicants clears Assembly on party line vote - Sacramento Bee Instance of "noncompliance" identified in 2008-2009 financial audit (pg 53). No inventory or accounting of fixed assets was required, according to the findings. Perhaps that was why the city had to pay considerable sums to replace "missing" equipment in Public Works shortly after James Hale left as director. Or was it something else... Ghilarducci sentenced to 30 months in prison (finally) - Times Standard Former Mayor of Rio Dell and CEO of Humboldt Creamery receives his sentence and will have to surrender by Friday to serve time. 5.18.11 Arrest made in homicide investigation 2008-2009 Rio Dell financial audit report Council Member Marc Barsanti resigned last night as he is moving to Scotia 5.17.11 Attorney disputes that Ghilarducci's actions created problems - Times Standard Former Rio Dell Mayor and CEO of Humboldt Creamery's attorney now argues that he should be recognized for his efforts to try and "protect" the business. Testimony by former creamery members claimed to be "demonstrably false" (aka lies). 5.15.11 City Council meeting Tuesday May 17th Study Session 6:00pm - Regular Session 6:30pm Agenda The council will hold a closed door session at 5:30pm re. significant exposure to litigation for 2 cases. The study session is a review of the draft capital budget. The agenda includes changing the Housing Director position held by Kevin Caldwell into a Community Development Director position, adoption of medical marijuana dispensary ban, etc. The council will also hold a closed door session afterwards re. performance evaluation for City Manager Henrickson. Huge profits for health insurers as Americans delay medical care - New York Times Record breaking profits are being reaped by insurers whose clients pay their premiums (if they are lucky enough to have insurance) yet still can't afford the deductibles and costs associated with medical care; postponing preventative care, skimping on medication and delaying medical procedures. The insurers still argue they need double digit premium hikes. California's new social services chief to be paid $343,000 annually despite budget crisis - Los Angeles Times Benefits include an additional $400 monthly car allowance despite ban against state-paid vehicles. Contract circumvents state law restricting the wage for this position. Good article at San Jose Mercury News regarding this guy and his initiative to "oversee the most dramatic downsizing of government programs for the poor in California history." Million dollar wasteland of stalled or abadoned HUD projects - Washington Post investigation The Eureka area has received $6 million in HUD funds with $4 million unspent on housing projects so far. Dire warnings of debt limit games by Ronald Reagan - Washington Post 5.14.11 Internal investigations unit resurrected in wake of massive building department corruption probe - Los Angeles Times Expanded federal bribery investigation into corrupt buidling inspectors who have been caught on tape taking bribes for ignoring health & safety violations, illegal permits, retaliation, etc. has resulted in two arrests so far and more expected. It is refreshing to see corrupt building inspectors who have gotten away with their criminal activities for so many years finally brought to justice by the Feds! 5.13.11 Fort Humboldt, Benbow Lake, Del Norte Coast Redwoods and 67 other California parks on list of closures- Los Angeles Times Diminished services at remaining parks such as closed bathrooms and lifeguard towers likely at remaining parks in response to budget crisis Maywood strives to bring order to financial chaos in wake of scandal - Los Angeles Times Humboldt County queasy eats - Northcoast Journal Investigative article on local restaurants inspection reports 5.12.11 Juan Pedro Guevara sentenced to 32 years to life in witness intimidation case CalPERs asks Bell to investigate police disability pensions worth millions - Los Angeles Times 5.10.11 Employment contract Nancy Flemming, former City Manager Employment contract James Hale, former Public Works Director (unknown why a new contract was signed in 2007 as Hale had been with the city prior to that) The May 3rd Rio Dell City Council meeting. Featuring more local citizens questioning the City about their problems involving Rio Dell's CDBG aka Community Development Block Grant money which is United States Federal government money. Jacob Buck pleads guilty to marijuana sales; faces up to three years in prison 5.9.11 Letter from city attorney regarding our recent records request - Our response to denial of requested info The information stated by the city simply doesn't match the record Allen Yochum pleads guilty to heroin offenses, faces up to 13 years Suspect arrested after brandishing imitation firearm in Sequoia park More! 5.7.11 Investigation into crooked building inspectors expands - Los Angeles Times There have been two arrests so far of inspectors taking bribes for ignoring health & safety code violations, illegal permits, retaliation, etc. in systemic corruption. Federal grand jury expands their investigation to include the remaining inspectors and those in the building department that ignored or helped cover up the rampant fraud. Suit filed to close the commercial salmon season off California and Oregon coasts - Los Angeles Times 5.6.11 Human rabies case in Willow Creek Judge tosses civil suit against ex-Bell administrators - Los Angeles Times Ruling states legislators can't be sued for passing ordinances that reward themselves or their cronies with public money. Criminal case continues. 5.5.11 Happy Cinco de Mayo! Three out of four US students lack a basic understanding of democracy - San Francicso Chronicle We continue to short change our future by failing to provide even a basic education to students. California considers shorter school year due to budget cuts - Sacramento Bee The race to the bottom continues to pick up speed as the future of our country is tossed out the window in the name of short sighted budget cuts. 5.4.11 Guilty verdict in large scale heroin case more! 5.3.11 Community events updated! Major housing project falls through for mysterious reasons Rio Dell City Council Meeting 5:30 study session 6:30 meeting - Agenda Full council packet Includes: discussion of animal control ordinance, appointment of Gary Chapman to planning commission, public hearing re. ban on medical marijuana dispensaries, draft operations budget, etc. Former Temple City CA mayor convicted in bribery case - Los Angeles Times Cash bribes were being paid by developers in order to secure contracts and permits. 5.2.11 Bell pension reform measure fails in committee - Los Angeles Times Measure to strip public pensions from city and state officials convicted of criminal corruption fails to gather support. Unbelievable! Roberts Pleads Guilty in Wife's Shooting Death more! Missing person Edward Burton Jenson age 54 more... 5.1.11 US Special Forces kill Osama bin laden! - CNN Argument results in assault with a vehicle arrest Running in the red; how the U.S. turned surpluses into massive debt - Washington Post |
4.30.11 Assembly votes to disincorporate Vernon CA - Los Angeles Times In response to an "Unprecedented pattern of corruption' in Vernon...a city that has faced criticism for generations that it is run as a personal feifdom for a small clique." Rio Dell residents clean up day free disposal of certain items planned for May 7th 9am-1pm at the school - no e-waste 4.28.11 Clam Beach car burglary suspect arrested HUD suspends funding to Montebello CA, demands repayment of $5 mil. in past grants - Los Angeles Times Past handling of grant money "may border on criminal" with little documentation on how federal money was spent. Housing rehab money is unaccounted for, rules were ignored, documentation is either falsified or nonexistent, etc. Sound familiar? Felony assault suspect apprehended by K9 team Injured man found wandering in Eureka after stabbing at residence 4.27.11 Indoor grow busted on 3rd St. Vernon CA city council members enjoy the perks of their personal feifdom - Los Angeles Times It is hard to believe the shameless salaries and perks these guys paid themselves and their cronies for so many years. It goes to show that even long time corruption comes to an end eventually. 4.26.11 George Malamphy sentenced for vehicular manslaughter Rio Dell Planning Commission to meet tomorrow night 6:30pm. Agenda includes discussion of medical marijuana dispensary ban, etc. Public hearing tonight 5:00pm re. CDBG "funding proposal"- there is absolutely no further information available from the city regarding the "public hearing." Bell CA looking to tap into secret $4.5 mil. account to cover budget deficit - Los Angeles Times 4.25.11 Armed felon stabs self - tazed by EPD officers Veterans for Peace to host 2011 Peace Poetry Celebration Affordable housing developer accused of "pervasive fraud;" bilking taxpayers of at least $182 million in grant money- Los Angeles Times Rio Dell has received millions of dollars towards housing in the past yet the situation continues to deteriorate. RCAA has been administering the city's housing rehab program for years now; charging very large fees along the way. Everyone takes a piece of the pie and the home owner as well as the taxpayer are the ones to pay the price for others greed. Think about how nice Rio Dell could be if that housing money had been used the way it was intended or if the building codes were actually enforced fairly. 4.24.11 Happy Easter! Peeps contest winners - Seattle Times A fun annual contest that has become an Easter tradition Pot wars: private land new frontier in California - San Francisco Chronicle 4.23.11 Montebello CA facing insolvency, millions of dollars unaccounted for- Los Angeles Times State orders rare audit of the books as evidence shows years worth of false or inaccurate financial reports hiding the missing money. Back room dealings with cronies has run that city into the ground. The Rio Dell Compensation Committee Report describes a similar financial insolvency problem if drastic changes aren't made. There has been no further discussion of the severe problems identified in that report. Health insurance: when prevention and treatment mix, who pays? - Los Angeles Times Insurance companies deny covering preventative testing any way they possibly can; risking people's lives for higher profit. Wanted parolee Brian Mello taken into custody by EPD K9 teams FOIA request for extension of time to comply by city attorney - Original request - denial of request - response to denial Consumer fraud alert - local senior targeted in lottery scam KSLG (KSlug) 10th anniversary party April 27th planning commission meeting to consider ban on medical marijuana dispensaries 4.21.11 Meghan Stewart pleads guilty to sexual abuse Stolen vehicle recovered, suspect arrested 4.20.11 Fire leads to commercial grow bust on 3rd St. Major League Baseball seize control of Dodgers - Los Angeles Times Board of Supervisors issues proclamation re. CAST 4.19.11 EPD hires Pamlyn Millsap as homeless Liaison EPD releases results of community survey Missing person Wayne Lovell found safe 4.18.11 Rio Dell City Council meeting Tues. April 19, 2011 5:00 study session 6:30 regular meeting Includes budget study session, establish speed limits on certain streets, etc. Fortuna loan officer, Delores Reeves, arrested for mortgage fraud Drugs seized; heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, multiple arrests more! Humboldt County hosting community meetings re. 2011-2012 budget Michael Coen sentenced to 21 years for 7.2.10 shooting Officer Daniel Kalis arrested for multiple criminal charges 4.17.11 Wealth care - Northcoast Journal How the current tax system redistributes wealth to the top tier. Don't believe the partisan lies over taxes. If you are not outraged then you're not paying attention. In Oregon, medical pot and guns go hand in hand - Los Angeles Times Oregon Supreme Court to decide whether medical marijuana users have the same right to a concealed weapons permit as everyone else. 4.16.11 Lanesboro MN, a case study in small town revitilization This is a perfect example of the potential that a Rails to Trails project has for economic development in small towns similar to Rio Dell. Tax Day Rally to protest corporate tax dodgers Monday April 18th Despite financial crisis, no prosecutions of Wall St. - New York Times In fact, the culprets are reaping massive bonuses while dodging their already minimal taxes. Their $20 million+ annual lobbying efforts are more than paying off. Toxic chemicals injected into wells in at least 13 states, Congressional report says - New York Times 4.15.11 Arthur Wilson sentenced in workers compensation fraud case CalTrans protest assault suspect 4.14.11 Criminal charges filed against EPD Officer Two arrested for drug sales, weapons and child endangerment on Albee St. 4.13.11 Missing Person Wayne Ray Loveall 4.12.11 Building inspectors arrested for taking bribes - Los Angeles Times Bribes paid for passing substandard work, illegal permits, etc., sound familiar Rio Dell? 4.11.11 Mother and son arrested for meth sales at local motel Fernbridge Cafe' operator charged Home invasion robbery in Weitchpec Humboldt County jail inmates to donate crafts to the less fortunate 4.10.11 Rio Dell attorney denies records request - Read our response here Once again, the city gets bad legal advice... Building inspectors with history of fraud/incompetence slipping through the cracks - Sacramento Bee The article only touches on the tip of the iceburg with this problem. Lives are put at risk everyday by inspectors willing to look the other way and ignore the most severe health & safety structural failures. California Watch - excellent source of investigative reporting The April 5th, 2011 Rio Dell City Council meeting is online! Rails for Trails discussion.*Don't miss councilmember Leonard asking why he should vote for something that he personally doesn't benefit from. A perfect example of the greed and selfishness that has a stranglehold on the community. The concept of representing the city's best interests rather than his own is lost on Leonard. 4.8.11 Donavan Baltzley arrested for animal cruelty in Eureka, again Access Humboldt statement regarding House attack on net neutrality today Scotia School fundraiser dinner and auction April 9th, 2011 flyer Come support the music program and the school which is facing $78,000 in budget cuts! 4.7.11 3rd St. heroin house raid nets two arrests What is holding up a budget deal? - Washington Post The federal government is being held hostage by the anti-women legislators that insist of defunding Planned Parenthood, a primary provider of women's cancer screenings and healthcare. The GOP is also insisting on preventing the EPA from enacting rules governing clean air, coal mining and climate change. Just to name of couple of their partisan demands. GOP Medicare privatization plan costs seniors much more, according to nonpartisan analysis - Los Angeles Times 4.6.11 Community Events updated 4.5.11 Grow house busted on H St. in Eureka; Jesse Breckels arrested 4.4.11 The March 15th, 2011 Rio Dell City Council meeting is online! 4.3.11 Eureka Police Department zero tolerance distracted driver enforcement 4.2.11 Rio Dell City Council meeting Tues. 4th at 6:30pm Council Packet There is a 5:30pm closed door meeting involving a conference with legal counsel over some anticipated litigation over the CDBG rehab loan portfolio. Approval of $239,040 land purchase in Metropolitan for wastewater disposal, street repair related issues, unmet transit needs public hearing and more are on the agenda. Read the council packet for details. Congress still gets paid during government shutdown - MSNBC A proposal to ban their pay during a shutdown is opposed by some because they need the money more than others. Ghilarducci sentencing delayed again - Times Standard 4.1.11 Fernbridge Cafe' operator arrested for putting customers at risk Heroin, meth and 4 arrests by Eureka Police Shipping jobs to China? - Northcoast Journal Californians back raising taxes on state's wealthy - San Francisco Chronicle What a radical concept! |
3.31.11 Nathan Trujillo pleads guilty to violently attacking a homeless man California community colleges slash enrollment, classes due to $800 million in budget cuts - Los Angeles Times 3.30.11 Hwy 101 closed both ways south of Sylvandale exit due to a massive mudslide City manager and assistant indicted in Bell public corruption case- Los Angeles Times Read the Emergency Moratorium Ordinance No. 271 which identifies the immediate threat to public health, safety and welfare being any development application by the property owners which would complicate the de-annexation process. "This is neccessary because a subdivision application could jeopardize detachment..." Ron Henrickson, City Manager. It is unlikely the massive mud slide just down the highway from us will make LAFCo more willing to resume the upkeep and liability for Blue Slide Rd. which the city assumed when it annexed that property. Nationwide report shows continuing health challenges for rural communities Access Humboldt offers audio editing workshop 3.29.11 Governor Brown declares budget talks dead - Los Angeles Times Once again the state budget is held hostage to a minority who are unwilling to do the tough job of compromise. Trying to solve the massive deficit by eliminating the safety net alone will only result in civil unrest and wide spread suffering by Californians. The GOP has been blocking any attempt to let the citizens vote on the issue since their corporate sponsors may not like the outcome. Man arrested after fleeing into a River Man arrested for making threats Longtime city manager fired and city attorney replaced in tiny Cudahy City CA - Los Angeles Times "Hopefully, this is the start of encouraging other people in my community to get involved in the democratic system and not fear being attacked as I was attacked" Luis Garcia. He took the words right out of our mouths. 3.28.11 Update on Child death! Assault near Garberville. More! 3.27.11 Scotia School fundraiser dinner and auction April 9th, 2011 flyer Come support the music program and the school which is facing $78,000 in budget cuts! Former Prince George's county executive and council member spouse charged with taking bribes - Washington Post Long standing corruption and cronyism has finally been investigated in this small community as officials used CDBG Housing money to reward developers who provided bribes (among other things). Misappropriating the federal grant money results in federal charges for those involved or complicit. FBI White Collar Crime Unit: reporting fraud (immunity can be granted to those to come clean and report fraud). Lying is protected free speech, according to the court - Washington Post Rainbow of food dyes in our grocery aisles has a dark side - Washington Post Numerous kids are put on psychotropic medications due to behavioral problems that may be related to diet. 3.26.11 Rio Dell special meeting Tues March 29, 2011 10:00am "Public hearing/adopt negative declaration for CEQA compliance and approve resolution no. 1109-2011 approving the general plan housing element update (action)." There is absolutely no information publically available for this item so that the public can actually participate in the public hearing. Does this meet the legal minimum of a public hearing? Here is the draft housing element and draft environmental impact report from 2009 but who knows what the negative declaration for CEQA compliance refers to. Government shut down increasingly likely as ideologues hold budget hostage to their demands - Reuters Demands are being made for partisan interests unrelated to the budget risking a default by the U.S. in a game of Russian roulette with the economy. Rioters battle UK police after anti-cuts rally - Reuters Class warfare has been brewing for awhile as cuts to the safety net are enacted but Wall St. and the bankers who caused the economic crash are awarded bonuses. Teachers and public employees meanwhile are being cast as the "greedy" who are breaking the budget yet companies like GE pay no U.S. taxes and receive tax refunds in the millions while profits soar. 3.25.11 Humboldt County District Attorney's office issues alert re. local Craigslist rental scam Missing person Elena Kester found safe 3.24.11 G.E. avoids U.S. taxes altogether, receives $3.2 billion refund - New York Times Only 6.6% of federal revenue comes from corporate taxes; that rate was 30% in the mid-1950's. Tax laws allow American companies to shelter their profits overseas to avoid paying taxes while still claiming tax credits which results in refund checks. States move to slash unemployment benefits - Washington Post Well, they have to pay for those corporate tax breaks somehow! Missing person Elena Kester more!!! Humboldt Creamery dairymen address the court at Ghilarducci hearing; sentencing postponed into April - Times Standard Rio Dell Compensation Committee Report featured on the Los Angeles Times an audit of city salaries uncovered some serious financial concerns about the future economic stability of the tiny Humboldt County community. 2004-2005 Humboldt County Grand Jury Report featured on the Los Angeles Times 3.23.11 Money missing after suspect redevelopment deal - Los Angeles Times alleged building code violations used to bully residents by cronies with the city; "essentially they cooked the books on this" Ghilarducci sentencing may be postponed (yet again)- Times Standard Triangle factory fire offers lessons 100 years later - Washington Post 146 mostly young women died in a factory fire after company fought union demands for sprinklers and accessible emergency exits. 3.22.11 House of Representatives votes to eliminate all but one poison control center - CNN Prosecutors recommend over 3 year prison sentence for Ghilarducci - Times Standard Sentencing is expected tomorrow for the former Rio Dell mayor and Humboldt Creamery CEO for bank fraud. Inspector fired for falsifying inspection records on train before crash that killed a 6 year old boy - Fox News The serious ramifications of incompetent or corrupt inspectors can not be overstated; whether they are inspecting rides or family homes, peoples lives hang in the balance. 3.21.11 Freedom of Information Request submitted to the city earlier today re. outcome of numerous closed door sessions concerning former public works director Jim Hale and former city manager Nancy Flemming, audit report and information concerning a special investigation into audit findings from 2009. 3.20.11 Ghilarducci asks for probation; says prison would be a slap in the face - Times Standard The former Mayor of Rio Dell and Humboldt Creamery CEO states he has "suffered the greatest" already. A number of former creamery members have written in support of Ghilarducci while others are still suffering from the financial fraud he committed. Rio Dell Compensation Committee Report - Don't forget about the drastic changes that are being considered by the city. The report recommends considering disbanding the police department as well as city hall and moving to a community services district as one option for the city. Washington vs. the merciless - New York Times The partisan fighting at all levels of our government is putting the country at risk as they fail to even address the very serious problems of the day. Their only interest is in "winning" the political game and that goes for both parties. Anti-war activists arrested near White House as they mark 8th anniversary of start of Iraq war - Washington Post Have you seen any mainstream news marking the 8th anniversary of Bush's war? We haven't. The fact that we are still in two unending wars hardly makes the news at all any more. We hear more about celebrities going insane publically or facing jail time for stealing than the war. The Japanese could teach us a thing or two - New York Times 3.19.11 UN coalition launches Libya attacks - BBCNews Ongoing coverage of Japan disaster - BBCNews Scathing CalPERS Special Review report - Los Angeles Times Public Records Project There is a major bribery scandal going on with CalPERS leadership at the same time unions are being attacked nationwide by political opportunists who have targeted unions for years. The end result is as always...the working folks get screwed over so a few at the top can profit. CalPERS to drop Medco after bribery scandal - Sacramento Bee 3.17.11 Happy St. Patricks Day! Melanie Blake sentenced to 10 years for stabbing in Orleans CA lawmakers approve billions in cuts to services for the needy and disabled - Los Angeles Times 3.16.11 Teenager arrested after stealing a car and leading police on chase through Eureka Rio Dell Building Department fraud These are some of the types of activities that have created the deteriorating housing situation in Rio Dell. Why no underground utilities at new construction like the two houses built by Joe Enos behind city hall or the identical houses built by Myers Construction at Painter & May St.? Why no ADA required access ramp at the newer sidewalk on the corner of Ireland & Center St. at the schools? The short driveway nearby doesn't meet the slope requirements. These are just a couple of examples. 3.15.11 Welcome to new Rio Dell Housing Director Kevin Caldwell! We wish him luck as he begins to deal with the deteriorating housing situation in Rio Dell despite millions in CDBG money coming in to town and being administered by Redwood Community Action Agency specifically to rehabilitate housing in the city. The question "where did all the money go?" will need to be answered at some point. The 2004 Humboldt County Grand Jury Report regarding the first time homebuyers program in Rio Dell can be read here. A good third party article on our own experiences with the program can be read here. Bell CA: city manager steered millions in city business to friends engineering firm - Los Angeles Times Faced with layoffs, Humboldt County offers voluntary leave bonuses - Times Standard Nuclear crisis deepens as third reactor loses cooling capacity - Washington Post Factory closures in Japan batter tech industry - Seattle Times What if we're not broke? - Washington Post 3.14.11 Suspected pipe bomb found near Social Services office in Eureka States spend almost four times more on incarcerating prisoners than educating students - Fox News CalPERS corruption: scathing report detailing bribery scandal released - Los Angeles Times Upland CA mired in municipal scandal - Los Angeles Times The mayor is arrested on federal corruption charges; more indictments are expected as the other city staff knew what was going on and did nothing. Coverage of the continuing tragedy in Japan at BBCNews Meltdown alert at nuclear reactor House GOP targets California in an attack on states rights and public health - San Francisco Chronicle Using the gas prices as a convenient excuse, idealogues target clean air legislation as favor to the largest polluters/donors Citizen watchdogs are what Sunshine Week is all about - Sacramento Bee 3.13.11 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues March 15th 5:30pm study session 6:30pm regular meeting Study session regarding proposed subdivision and zoning changes at May St. property. The regular agenda is packed with too many items to list here, please review the agenda. Considering the way the existing May St. "non subdivision" was handled, it would be in everyone's best interest to keep a very close eye on future projects. 3.11.11 Tsunami warning for California and Oregon downgraded to an advisory (4pm pst) Four arrested for meth and heroin sales in Eureka Video of tsunami surge coming up the Mad River in Humboldt County Press release re. tsunami warning which remains in effect with aerial photos (2pm pst) The pictures were taken by the Sheriff's Air Auxilliary Second updated press release re. local emergency Stay away from the coast! Fort Bragg docks ripped away by tsunami surge - Los Angeles Times Radiation levels 1000 times normal at Japanese nuclear facility - BBCNews Japan's strict building codes saved lives - New York Times Japan's enforcement of the health & safety building codes prevented a much larger tragedy after the massive earthquake. Unfortunately, Rio Dell ignores even the most basic safety codes; such as failing foundations, 3x overstressed support beams, etc. Perhaps the new city manager, who is also an engineer, should take a very close look at the actions of the building department before it is too late. Here is the engineer's report on our home to start with; the report was written after multiple inspections by Arnold Kemp of Kemp Inspection Service where no problems were found. Humboldt County voluntary evacuation press release Updated! Tsunami waves begin to hit U.S. mainland coast - AP News Crescent City is expected to be hit hardest Humboldt County Tsunami Warning press release - stay away from Eureka until further notice and evacuate from any coastal areas immediately! All Eureka City Schools closed! Pacific tsunami warning center Tsunami warning up and down the California coast after 8.9 earthquake hits Japan - MSNBC Five foot waves expected to hit Humboldt this morning - Times Standard Judge allows independent review of Squires' properties - Times Standard 2-week deadline for PG&E's SmartMeter opt-out plan - San Francisco Chronicle 3.10.11 Rio Dell pursues de-annexation - Humboldt Beacon Unattended child drowns UPDATE!!! Access Humboldt highlights Sunshine Week and Freedom of Information Day Victim Witness Program Recognized by United Indian Health Services 3.9.11 Two arrested for heroin sales after parole search March Rio Dell water bills not due until 4/26? That is what your water bill says. New city council members promise to clean out city hall - Los Angeles Times The only way to combat the fraud that has ruined the city is to completely clean house! Rio Dell will have to do the same. People v Bigleggins preliminary hearing was reset to April 6th. More to come!!! 3.8.11 Michael Kowtko Sr. arrested for heroin sales People v Bigleggins: Leon Bigleggins has a disposition reset hearing for March 9th, at 2pm. Bigleggins is being held for allegedly beating to death a 4 year old child. The March 1st Rio Dell City Council Meeting is online. The March 1st Joint Planning Commission City Council Study Session is online. County supes to discuss Scotia special election- Times Standard A special election could be held as soon as August 30th for the Community Services District. Budget theatrics that cost us all - McClatchy 3.6.11 California coastal cities prepare for rising sea levels - Los Angeles Times The reality of rising sea levels forces even climate change deniers in local governments to deal with the issue. While the issue of cause is still hotly contested, the simple fact that sea levels are rising and climate changes are occurring can't be ignored any more. The February 15th Rio Dell City Council meeting is online. NOTE: City cites unidentified threat to public health, safety and welfare as reasons for moratorium against development. This has never been mentioned in the public hearings. 3.5.11 How Germany became the China of Europe - Time Germany focuses on keeping manufacturing within the country as much as possible rather than outsourcing it as American companies do. As a result, Germany is thriving in the current economic climate as their exports rise. Massive criminal investigation into airline industry conspiracy by Justice Dept.- NPR Airline executives have gone to jail in this ongoing investigation that has been kept generally quiet despite the hundreds of millions of dollars estimated to have been bilked from the public. 3.4.11 Why lie about it? City moratorium due to 'current and immediate threat to public health' according to the city - Humboldt Beacon However this isn't true! Read Community Events for more discussion Sunshine Week is coming up March 13-19! Your right to know what is going on in your local government is just as important as your responsibility to participate! City clerk testifies she was ordered to doctor employee contracts - Los Angeles Times 3.2.11 Embattled city fights to survive - Sacramento Bee "They act as a fiefdom, for the benefit of the handful of people that control it" Court overturns key Coastal Commission rule - Sacramento Bee 3.1.11 Rio Dell estimates the cost of un-annexing the Blue Slide Rd. area along with some property in Metropolitan at $10,000-$12,000 out of the general fund. City Manager Henrickson pointed out this is far less expensive than having to repair that road in the future. The application to un-annex the property will need to go before LAFCo to decide. Justices question need for warrant for child - Los Angeles Times The February numbers are in Rio Dell Times on track to double the data moved for 2011 we moved 20.29 Gigs in this last month alone! 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1.31.11 News channel 3 reports on Rio Dell city staff cuts, residents were not willing to comment on camera due to fear of retaliation according to reporter Matt Mendes City Council/Planning Commission Meeting Tues. Feb. 1st. 5:00pm (regular meeting 6:30pm) Agenda Includes the de-annexation of Blue Slide Rd. and Metropolitan, development of Dinsmore Plateau (where we currently dump the treated sewage), public hearing re. wastewater rate adjustments, etc. 1.30.11 Thousands in Pakistan rally against American - MSNBC This has the potential of blowing up into a huge international crisis Guard strangled at Washington State prison - Seattle Times The guard was the victim of budget cuts Attempted homicide arrest in Southern Humboldt 1.29.11 House abortion bill redefines rape, incest exceptions - Yahoo News Gov Brown orders cut in state vehicle fleet - Sacramento Bee 1.27.11 Commercial marijuana grow operation busted Parolee arrested for heroin sales in Eureka Bill proposes to sell pot through state liquor stores - Seattle Times 1.26.11 Republicans urge a return to workplace immigration raids - Los Angeles Times Deportations of illegals are up for two years running and penalties are being imposed on the companies that hire them, as they should. Republicans are asking for the focus to go back to ineffective mass raids that cost taxpayers a lot while producing minimal results rather than directing efforts towards employers who are profitting from the illegals work which has proven to be more successful. Squires and city debate building violations in court - Times Standard Squires states he has had a building inspector check and no health & safety code violations were found at any of his properties. I wonder which inspector he used? The January 18th 2011 Rio Dell City Council meeting Online!!! Raising false alarms - New York Times "The haves so often get a perverse kick out of bullying the have-nots" Missing person William Pickett Found! 1.25.11 Gun raids show Mexican cartels at work in Arizona - MSNBC Judge throws out ban on online ammo sales - MSNBC Ghilarducci sentencing shelved, again - Times Standard Humboldt Creamery CEO and former Rio Dell Mayor Rich Ghilarducci's sentencing for the financial fraud that took down the company now delayed until at least February. The plea agreement recommends a maximum sentence of five years, three months. Republicans in Congress wrestle with dissent on budget cuts - Los Angeles Times Members of Congress are proposing to slash tens of thousands of jobs and eliminate the safety net for the average American in their new found emphasis of the deficit above all other concerns despite the state of the economy. The deficit ballooned after Obama took office due to his ending the accounting fraud that kept both wars off of the books. Resurgent GM nips at Toyota's heels in sales race - Yahoo News Don't forget those that fought against Bush's bailout of the American auto industry; the same people that acted in record breaking time to bailout the Wall St. businesses that created the economic crash in the first place. Two suspects arrested for burglary in Old Town Tiny pharmacy turns whistle-blower on Medicare fraud - Los Angeles Times More troops lost to suicide than combat in Iraq and Afghanistan for the second year in a row - Congress.org 1.24.11 Missing person William Pickett Jack LaLanne, fitness guru, dies at 96 due to complications from pneumonia- Fox News "The only way you can hurt the body is not use it, inactivity is the killer and remember, it's never too late" Jack LaLanne 1.23.11 Marines pay a high price trying to secure an Afghan hot spot - Los Angeles Times Ronald Reagan's centennial: celebrating a myth - Los Angeles Times CA Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg urges support for tax ballot measure - Sacramento Bee "There is no money" 1.22.11 County executive opens up on need to fight corruption - Washington Post This is a perfect example of what Rio Dell needs to do in order to move forward. "[T]he public needed to see visibly that we were going in a different direction and with different people in there" Prince George County Executive Rushern Baker said after replacing a number of officials. "We're not going to move beyond what people think about us unless we take some concrete, demonstrative steps..." (Ibid). Community events updated re. proposed drastic changes in Rio Dell Loleta woman arrested in death of infant, endangerment of second child - Times Standard Republican spending plan signals a new culture war - Washington Post Their proposal concentrates on long time targets such as PBS, plans on eliminating prevailing wage to target unions and wipes out tens of thousands of jobs across the country; in addition to numerous other attacks on the working class. Officials fear bath salts are growing drug problem - Washington Post 1.21.11 DA's office files lawsuit against Floyd Squires - Times Standard Supreme Court rules to protect prosecutorial misconduct no matter what - Los Angeles Times 1.20.11 FBI and police arrest more than 100 in mob sweep - New York Times 1.19.11 Thousands trapped inside police shooting perimeter in Woodland Hills CA - Los Angeles Times 1.18.11 Rio Dell City Council meeting tonight 6:30pm. The agenda was not posted on the city website and no agenda's distributed via email prior to tonight's meeting but we were finally able to go down to city hall to view the copy on the bulletin board and confirm. The city will be holding a public hearing tonight on the significant changes outlined in the Compensation Committee Report. 1.17.11 Humboldt County Sheriff's Deputy stabbed More!!! 1.16.11 Burglar arrested in Old Town Smart study on SmartMeters? Statewide science council releases report - Times Standard Health & Human Services to take biggest hit in proposed state budget cuts - Times Standard 1.15.11 Drug suspects may have ties to Mexican cartels - Times Standard "EPD officers stumbled into something that's a lot larger than just a simple pot bust" 1.13.11 EPD search warrant nets meth, assault weapons and 3 arrests Oregon Ducks take over as the leader of the Pac-10, to California's chagrin - Los Angeles Times 1.12.11 A few comments regarding the Compenstation Committee Report in Community Events 1.11.11 Governor orders state workers to turn in 48,000 cell phones- Los Angeles Times Armed robbery at Loleta market - surveillance images included 1.10.11 Missing juvenile search and rescue Parolee arrested with loaded weapon in Eureka 1.9.11 Anatomy of Governor Brown's budget plan - Sacramento Bee The budget slashes education, closes state parks and dismantles the economic safety net in California just as it is needed most. 1.8.11"Does she have any enemies?" "Yeah, the whole tea party!" Gabrielle Giffords father Spencer Gifford - Telegraph.uk Democratic congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona critically injured in shooting that has left six others dead including a 9 year old girl and 12 wounded - MSNBCGiffords was targeted by Sarah Palin with the infamous crosshairs placed on her and other democrats online; it looks like Palin has gotten her wish. 1.7.11 Video taped assaults on disabled women in LA County; evidence was left anonymously at the police station - MSNBC The Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act of 2010 signed into law August 10, 2010 repealed the Advance EITC. After December 31, 2010, workers will not receive Advance EITC in their paychecks. - IRS.gov Taxpayers could still apply for the Earned Income Credit with their yearly taxes but the portion that comes monthly in working parents paychecks is terminated. 2nd person dies after being denied medical treatment by Arizona - AZ Central Lack of medical coverage creates the very "death panels" that partisans are using to try and end the minimal health plan that was passed. Audit finds Bell could have trouble providing basic services - Los Angeles Times City may cut services, lay off employees and is considering disbanding its police force 1.6.11 Eureka motel raid results in 4 arrests and a stolen loaded weapon Fed and California officials vow to fight Blue Shield hike - Sacramento Bee 1.5.11 Rio Dell Compensation Committee Report - this report details the proposal to drastically change the future of Rio Dell. Options include un-incorporating the city and forming a community services district or a significant restructuring of city hall including the elimination of 6 positions (3 sworn officers, 1 non-sworn officer, 1 public works and 1 finance dept positions). See Community Events for further discussion. Attempted murder suspect arrested in Eureka Oregon police chief killed during struggle - CNN Blue Shield of California seeks rate hikes of as much as 59% for individuals - Los Angeles Times Governor Brown takes a hard look at Prop. 13 - Los Angeles Times Jacob Steele has been charged with the murder and is incarcerated at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility pending trial. More!!! 1.4.11 The City of Rio Dell recently completed a study regarding the future and major changes are on the table; including a proposal to eliminate six city employees (3 sworn officers, 1 non-sworn officer, 1 public works and 1 finance dept positions). A copy of the study will be posted tomorrow according to City Manager Ron Henrickson. Un-incorporating the city and becoming a Community Services District is also discussed in the report. Citizens would save money on utilities but other areas may suffer, according to the report. More information will be coming! City Council votes 5-0 for a moratorium against installation of the state mandated SmartMeters California Supreme Court rules no warrant needed to search cell phones, etc. - MSNBC "the court has left the 4th Amendment in tatters..." Jonathan Turley, Constitutional law expert Search warrant results in the arrest of 2 brothers Search warrants yield marijuana, firearms; four arrested - Times Standard Two of those arrested are County employees Don't forget tonights Council meeting at 6:30pm! Agenda 1.2.11 Strong arm robbery on Broadway 1.1.11 Happy New Year! |
12.31.10 End of the year wrap-up in Community Events 12.30.10 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Jan. 4th, 2011 6:30pm Agenda Includes report on sewer rate increase schedule, multiple water claim adjustments, approval of payment for services related to the Scotia annexation, 3 public hearings and an "urgent" moratorium on state mandated Smartmeter installation, etc. The council packet with all supporting documents can be read here. *The proposed rate increase will go into effect March 1st. The current basic sewer rate is $60.13 per EDU; the new rate will be either $68.37 or $69.70 (a 13-15% increase). 12.28.10 Part 2 of the December 7th, 2010 Rio Dell City Council meeting is online! How Bell hit bottom - Los Angeles Times There are a lot of lessons Rio Dell needs to learn from the example of Bell! 12.27.10 Federal agency cracks down on the use of credit checks in job screenings - Los Angeles Times Looking back at Schwarzenegger - Los Angeles Times 12.26.10 Proposed Constitutional amendment attacks the balance of power designed by the Founders - New York Times Repeal of 14th Amendment would eliminate "equal protection under the law" but the talking points only refer to the birth right citizenship component - Fox News Why do those that proclaim their devotion to our Constitution push the hardest to wipe out its protections and balance of power? Year in review: legal stories we should have heard more about - Politics Daily 12.24.10 Pentagon plan won't cover brain damage treatment for troops and vets - NPR Damage from Southern California rains could top $60 million - Los Angeles Times Navy training along Pacific coast draws fire - Sacramento Bee 12.23.10 Animal Shelter Open House Sheriff's deputy faces child endangerment charges for fireworks accident - Times Standard Humboldt Redwood to pay a portion of Pacific Lumber's water quality penalties - Times Standard 12.22.10 Child endangerment charges filed by the District Attorney's office 12.21.10 Congratulations! Mike Downey sworn in as Humboldt County Sheriff 12.18.10 Homicide Investigation in Orleans 12.17.10 Pipe bomb investigation Home invasion robbery in Hoopa 12.16.10 Laylea Salas located safely! POP Search Warrents Nets almost a quarter pound of methamphetamine, 3 arrests more... Bell CA collected hefty fines in numerous "code-enforcement" cases - Los Angeles Times Arbitrary and vindictive use of fines and property confiscation by city officials brought in tens of thousands of dollars to this city/criminal enterprise. 12.15.10 People v Bigleggins: Leon Bigleggins preliminary hearing for the murder of a 4 year old child has been pushed all the way to March 18th 2011. Part one of the December 7th Rio Dell City Council meeting is online! You are in Rio Dell California United States of America. Hello to all of our global visitors that seem to have quite an interest in our site. Steve 12.14.10 Missing Person Lylea Salas 12.13.10 Rio Dell girl starts donation drive for Christmas - Times Standard Rio Dell Community Resource Center Free community dinner in Rio Dell December 17th, 2010 5:30pm Let's bring 'em home! Bringing military families together for the holidays Full council packet from the 12.7.10 meeting part 1 and part 2. Includes the "public hearing" information that was unavailable until after the meeting 12.12.10 The Federal Reserve? Ron Paul's not a fan - New York Times The for-profit private control of the U.S. monetary system by the non-governmental agency will be facing very tough scrutiny (finally). LA school district considers allowing corporate sponsors - San Francisco Chronicle Truly pathetic! 12.10.10 Rep. Ron Paul (R-Tx.) defends WikiLeaks on house floor - Huffington Post Navy fires massive electromagnetic railgun in record breaking test - MSNBC Be sure and watch the video! 12.9.10 Health bill for Sept. 11th responders falls short in Senate - Fox News Republicans block the bill once again as they fight only for the richest 2% of Americans. House Democrats in open revolt over tax-cut deal - Los Angeles Times Estate tax give away to less than 3,000 of the wealthiest Americans in addition to extending the Bush tax cuts for the richest 2% is "just obscene" Rep. Schakowsky (D-Ill.) "We're talking about a handful of Americans that we should have to trade for millions of unemployed people, for millions more middle-income Americans." Oregon Rep. Peter DeFazio leads the revolt against the total capitulation to Republican ransom demands. Good Job DeFazio!! Search warrant at local motel nets 3 arrests for crack cocaine sales Claim filed by state assemblyman to recover their 18% pay cut - Los Angeles Times This is the first step in filing a lawsuit against the state for approx. $2.5 million in lost wages for all of the legislators. 12.8.10 Bill targets Vernon's cityhood - Los Angeles Times The effort to dis-incorporate Vernon CA continues; "We cannot tolerate a situation where a handful of individuals are able to use an entire city as their own personal feifdom" Assembly Speaker John Perez. Sound familiar? Rio Dell City Council "Study Session" is Online! 12.7.10 Sewer rate increase coming right after the new year. The $6 million dollar grant to fund the new wastewater system is in jeopardy as deadlines have passed. The city is now working on a very tight and optimistic time schedule to get the application completed or they will lose the grant. The city's sweetheart relationship with Winzler & Kelly appears to be coming to an end; the tension between them and the city was obvious as both sides deflected blame for the current crisis. Video of tonight's heated study session will be posted so check back! |
