El Dorado County Elections & Politics Digest

Congressman Kevin Kiley spent the day in South Lake Tahoe meeting with area leaders before recognizing a longtime business for its years of service to the community.

Assistant County Manager Jenifer Davidson has been named to the manager's position.

California is considering banning the use of “reverse search warrants,” which compel tech companies to disclose the identities of individuals based on the location of their phone and internet search history. Abortion activists call it vital.

The deadline for bills to pass their first house in the California Legislature has come and gone. Most made it. A few failed. And a handful of intriguing bills that didn’t pass may resurface because their authors aren’t giving up.

District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo announced his re-election campaign to keep his seat in 2024.

Brian K. Veerkamp has announced his intention to run for El Dorado County District 3 supervisor, a seat he previously held 2013-20. Current District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas recently announced she would not seek a second term.

The South Lake Tahoe City Council heard multiple presentations, including an update on roadwork and an annual report from the department of public works.

In their twice-a-year exercise, legislators killed hundreds of California bills in the process known as the suspense file. They included ones on abortion access, climate and homelessness. The state budget deficit also made an impact.

California may be a Democratic stronghold, but it has also become a hotbed of right-wing, white supremacist and antisemitic activity, according to a new report from the Anti-Defamation League. The ADL report found more incidents and collaboration between groups.

Wendy Thomas has announced she will not seek a second term as District 3 supervisor, explaining that “family is calling her back.” But she is committed to serve her full term as “there is much work to be done.”

El Dorado County Planning Commissioner Lexi Boeger has announced she plans to run to El Dorado County’s District 3 supervisorial seat. The Placerville resident is a volunteer and advocate representing agriculture, small business and arts and culture development.

California Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis became the first candidate to enter the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom as the state’s leader.

Tahoe Township Justice of the Peace Richard Glasson announced his plans for an Oct. 5 retirement to Douglas County commissioners. “I do not want the county to be caught off guard,” he said.

A surprise for District 4 Supervisor Lori Parlin came at the kickoff of the public comment segment of the April 18 Board of Supervisors meeting, courtesy of some in her jurisdiction: a recall notice of intent.

On March 21 the Human Rights Commission was disbanded by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors. Lara Gularte writes about the move on behalf of her former commission members.

A former El Dorado County planning commissioner is challenging El Dorado County in court, alleging she was wrongfully removed from the commission and subsequently retaliated against. Former District 5 Supervisor Sue Novasel called for Cheryl Bly-Chester's removal in late August 2021.

Vocal residents made one final, unsuccessful attempt to stop the Human Rights Commission from being disbanded at the March 21 El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting.

The race to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein is shaping up to be a close contest between two congressional colleagues who have built national profiles but appeal to different generations of Democratic voters.

U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee filed federal paperwork to enter the race for the held by long-serving Sen. Dianne Feinstein, joining a field that already includes two other House members.

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein announced Feb. 14 that she will not run for her Senate seat in 2024, a major moment given that the fight to succeed her is already under way. She says she intends to accomplish “as much for California as I can” until her term ends.

The Rescue Union School District Board of Trustees have tapped Michael Flaherty to fill a vacancy left by Michelle Bebout’s resignation.

What was supposed to be a conversation regarding the purpose, membership and direction of El Dorado County’s Human Rights Commission became a discussion between supervisors about its fate.

A Sacramento judge is asking for additional information to make a final decision on the appeal of Measure T, which would restrict vacation home rentals in South Lake Tahoe.

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 in closed session to remove Todd White as District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo's assistant, with Turnboo casting the only "no" vote.

The prospect of El Dorado Hills’ incorporation is once again being promoted as several factors spur cityhood advocates into action, including Costco and Parker Development’s plans for the defunct golf course.

The El Dorado County Superior Court recently held a swearing in ceremony for Superior Court Judge Gary S. Slossberg, elected in the June 2022 primary.

After 16 years on Placerville City Council Patty Borelli is retiring from city politics but not from serving her community.  When it came down to it, her decision not to run for re-election was about family.

The Georgetown Divide Public Utility District Board of Directors' Dec. 13 meeting began with reelected and newly elected officials taking their oath of office.

The House Jan. 6 committee is wrapping up its investigation into the 2021 U.S. Capitol insurrection. Lawmakers are declaring that they have assembled a "roadmap to justice" to bring criminal charges against former President Donald Trump and allies.

Rescue Union School District leaders voted to make a provisional appointment to fill a vacancy on the district's board of trustees. The vacancy comes after appointed trustee Michelle Bebout was elected to a four-year term Nov. 8, which required her to formally resign from her two-year appointment.

Kara Taylor, Dennis Thomas and Patty Borelli ended their Placerville City Council terms and Placerville welcomed incoming members John Clerici, Nicole Gotberg and David Yarbrough.

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors recognized District 5 Supervisor Sue Novasel with a proclamation for her eight years of service.