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Dog Rock Fire 95% Contained
DOG ROCK FIRE UPDATE
October 12, 2014 8:00 AM
Current Situation: Firefighters have completed debris removal on Hwy 140/El Portal Road to allow both lanes to open this morning. The Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open today at 8:00 AM this morning. Firefighters and fire engines will be stationed along the highway travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area.
Engine and handcrews will be patrolling Hwy 140, watching for rolling material and hotspots. Crews on the north side of the fire will complete removal of the hoses and equipment that were used for mop-up. The weather today will be hot and dry so smoke from the interior of the fire may be visible.
A Type 3 incident management team will take over management of the fire at 6:00 PM this evening. This team will work alongside the Type 1 team today in order to assure a smooth transition of command. This team will continue to manage the fire until full containment is achieved and firelines are returned to as natural condition as possible.
This will be the last update from California Interagency Incident Management Team 3. The park will continue to send out updates as conditions warrant.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 95 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
October 12, 2014 8:00 AM
Current Situation: Firefighters have completed debris removal on Hwy 140/El Portal Road to allow both lanes to open this morning. The Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open today at 8:00 AM this morning. Firefighters and fire engines will be stationed along the highway travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area.
Engine and handcrews will be patrolling Hwy 140, watching for rolling material and hotspots. Crews on the north side of the fire will complete removal of the hoses and equipment that were used for mop-up. The weather today will be hot and dry so smoke from the interior of the fire may be visible.
A Type 3 incident management team will take over management of the fire at 6:00 PM this evening. This team will work alongside the Type 1 team today in order to assure a smooth transition of command. This team will continue to manage the fire until full containment is achieved and firelines are returned to as natural condition as possible.
This will be the last update from California Interagency Incident Management Team 3. The park will continue to send out updates as conditions warrant.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 95 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
Dog Rock Fire Update
DOG ROCK FIRE UPDATE
October 11, 2014 8:00 AM
Current Situation: Fire activity has decreased significantly and many of the hand crews and engine crews will be released from the fire over the next two days. Today firefighters will complete mop-up on the north side of the fire. As this work is completed they will begin removing hoses, cleaning up equipment and rehabilitating hand lines to reduce the possibility of erosion. Crews working along El Portal Road will be cleaning up brush and securing any remaining hotspots.
The Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open tomorrow at 8:00 AM. Travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area. Fire crews will be working along the road and debris may still be rolling of the hillside.
Pacific Gas and Electric completed all repairs yesterday to the National Park Service power lines damaged from the fire.
There will be no night shift from this point forward.
A smaller Type 3 incident management team will be formed to take over management of the fire on Sunday evening. This team will shadow the Type 1 team in order to assure a smooth transition of command.
Beginning today there will only be a daily morning update unless significant activity occurs.
Road Closures:
Highway 140 from Park Line near El Portal to the Big Oak Flat Road and El Portal Road Junction. The highway will open tomorrow at 8:00 AM.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 54 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
October 11, 2014 8:00 AM
Current Situation: Fire activity has decreased significantly and many of the hand crews and engine crews will be released from the fire over the next two days. Today firefighters will complete mop-up on the north side of the fire. As this work is completed they will begin removing hoses, cleaning up equipment and rehabilitating hand lines to reduce the possibility of erosion. Crews working along El Portal Road will be cleaning up brush and securing any remaining hotspots.
The Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open tomorrow at 8:00 AM. Travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area. Fire crews will be working along the road and debris may still be rolling of the hillside.
Pacific Gas and Electric completed all repairs yesterday to the National Park Service power lines damaged from the fire.
There will be no night shift from this point forward.
A smaller Type 3 incident management team will be formed to take over management of the fire on Sunday evening. This team will shadow the Type 1 team in order to assure a smooth transition of command.
Beginning today there will only be a daily morning update unless significant activity occurs.
Road Closures:
Highway 140 from Park Line near El Portal to the Big Oak Flat Road and El Portal Road Junction. The highway will open tomorrow at 8:00 AM.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 54 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
Highway 140 in Yosemite National Park Reopens
Visitors are urged to drive with caution
The Highway 140 entrance into Yosemite National Park will re-open as of Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. The highway, referred to as El Portal Road within the park boundary, was closed on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 due to the Dog Rock Fire. Additionally, electrical power to Yosemite Valley is expected to be restored late this evening, Friday, October 10, 2014. Power has been out in Yosemite Valley since the evening of October 7.
The Dog Rock Fire is currently 311 acres and is 20% contained. Fire crews continue fire suppression efforts and are making good progress. All recreational activities in the area of the fire, including hiking, have been restricted at this time due to continued fire activity.
The cause of the Dog Rock Fire is believed to have been sparks generated by hot metal fragments from a vehicle. Agencies assisting with the Dog Rock Fire include the U.S. Forest Service, CAL Fire, National Park Service, and other local government agencies.
Upon opening of the road, visitors are urged to drive with caution along Highway 140 as firefighting crews are still present along the roadway. Additionally, hazards such as rocks and other debris may be present. Visitors are also advised not to stop along the roadway, as the fire area is closed for recreational activities. For updated and current information regarding road conditions in Yosemite National Park, please call (209) 372-0200.
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The Highway 140 entrance into Yosemite National Park will re-open as of Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. The highway, referred to as El Portal Road within the park boundary, was closed on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 due to the Dog Rock Fire. Additionally, electrical power to Yosemite Valley is expected to be restored late this evening, Friday, October 10, 2014. Power has been out in Yosemite Valley since the evening of October 7.
The Dog Rock Fire is currently 311 acres and is 20% contained. Fire crews continue fire suppression efforts and are making good progress. All recreational activities in the area of the fire, including hiking, have been restricted at this time due to continued fire activity.
The cause of the Dog Rock Fire is believed to have been sparks generated by hot metal fragments from a vehicle. Agencies assisting with the Dog Rock Fire include the U.S. Forest Service, CAL Fire, National Park Service, and other local government agencies.
Upon opening of the road, visitors are urged to drive with caution along Highway 140 as firefighting crews are still present along the roadway. Additionally, hazards such as rocks and other debris may be present. Visitors are also advised not to stop along the roadway, as the fire area is closed for recreational activities. For updated and current information regarding road conditions in Yosemite National Park, please call (209) 372-0200.
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Dog Rock Fire 54% Contained
DOG ROCK FIRE UPDATE
October 10, 2014 6:00 PM
Current Situation: Firefighters today nearly completed mop-up along the north and northeast sections of the fire. Helicopters dropped water throughout the day along the steepest portion on the east and west flanks of the fire. Fire crews and park employees continued their efforts along El Portal Road mopping up hotspots and cleaning the highway of debris.
Yosemite National Park issued a press release this afternoon stating that the Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open this Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 8:00 AM. Travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area.
Pacific Gas & Electric crews made excellent progress on repairing damaged power lines.
Although the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will continue their investigation, CAL FIRE issued a news release based on information provided by the NTSB stating that CAL FIRE air tankers can now resume aerial support of fire suppression.
As fire activity decreases the size of the night shift decreases as well. Engines will patrol the El Portal Rd. and the northern portion of the fire tonight.
Road Closures:
Highway 140 from Park Line near El Portal to the Big Oak Flat Road and El Portal Road Junction.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 54 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
October 10, 2014 6:00 PM
Current Situation: Firefighters today nearly completed mop-up along the north and northeast sections of the fire. Helicopters dropped water throughout the day along the steepest portion on the east and west flanks of the fire. Fire crews and park employees continued their efforts along El Portal Road mopping up hotspots and cleaning the highway of debris.
Yosemite National Park issued a press release this afternoon stating that the Highway 140 entrance to the park will re-open this Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 8:00 AM. Travelers should use extreme caution and expect delays when driving through the fire area.
Pacific Gas & Electric crews made excellent progress on repairing damaged power lines.
Although the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will continue their investigation, CAL FIRE issued a news release based on information provided by the NTSB stating that CAL FIRE air tankers can now resume aerial support of fire suppression.
As fire activity decreases the size of the night shift decreases as well. Engines will patrol the El Portal Rd. and the northern portion of the fire tonight.
Road Closures:
Highway 140 from Park Line near El Portal to the Big Oak Flat Road and El Portal Road Junction.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 54 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
Argument Against Measure K – Increase In Mariposa County Transient Occupancy Tax
Don’t be fooled! The Board of Supervisors believes an increase is needed to fund essential programs, while they keep on spending discretionary funds for non-essential programs and services. They try to justify the TOT increase by comparing Mariposa's rate to that of San Francisco, Los Angeles and other metropolitan tourism markets having multiple entertainment venues and other infrastructure for visitors. But San Francisco and the other out-of-our region markets are not our competition. The issue is where tourists will stay while visiting Yosemite, making our competition the other gateway communities. A rate of 11.25% would be the highest of Mariposa’s neighboring counties (Tuolumne 10%, Madera 9% and Merced 10%), where competition for Yosemite visitor stays is fiercest. Most stays are booked on the internet and total cost, including tax, matters in ranking and the choices tourists make.
Don’t be fooled! The main cause of the County’s financial problems is the unfunded liabilities for retirement benefits. And on the very same day the Board of Supervisors considered increasing the TOT rate, it also accepted a report recommending an across-the-board pay raise for current County employees. The government might be able to give itself a raise by raising taxes, but the rest of us need to live within a budget. And don’t be fooled that only tourists will feel the pain, because vacations have budgets too. Nearly two thirds of what tourists spend in Mariposa County is for goods and services, excluding accommodations. The $1.4 million tax increase would reduce what tourists are able to spend in local restaurants and shops, putting many more local jobs and businesses at risk.
Don’t be fooled! The County’s TOT revenue has grown over the past decade by nearly 50% from $7.8 million to $11.6 million. And it will continue to grow even more, but increasing the rate is the wrong way to do it. The right way is to support the tourism industry’s efforts to expand into what is now the “off” season, so that the local private sector (businesses and employees alike) also benefit.
Reject this tax increase for what it is: a job-killing burden on any local business that depends on tourist spending. TOT has made it too easy for County government to avoid making the difficult decisions needed to control spending, and finding alternative ways to grow Mariposa’s economy.
Please vote NO on Measure K
Gary and Rickey Francisco, Owners
Yosemite JuniperCrest Vacation Rental
Roger Biery,
Sierra Communications
Donna Davis, General Manager
The Redwoods in Yosemite Vacation Home Rentals
Doug Shaw, Caroline McGrath, Owners
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
Kevin Shelton, Vice president Operations & Marketing
Yosemite Resorts
Ron and Lorelei Stapp, Owners
Miners Roadhouse 140, The River Restaurant,
Cedar House Restaurant, Parkside Pizza and Canyon Grill
Don’t be fooled! The main cause of the County’s financial problems is the unfunded liabilities for retirement benefits. And on the very same day the Board of Supervisors considered increasing the TOT rate, it also accepted a report recommending an across-the-board pay raise for current County employees. The government might be able to give itself a raise by raising taxes, but the rest of us need to live within a budget. And don’t be fooled that only tourists will feel the pain, because vacations have budgets too. Nearly two thirds of what tourists spend in Mariposa County is for goods and services, excluding accommodations. The $1.4 million tax increase would reduce what tourists are able to spend in local restaurants and shops, putting many more local jobs and businesses at risk.
Don’t be fooled! The County’s TOT revenue has grown over the past decade by nearly 50% from $7.8 million to $11.6 million. And it will continue to grow even more, but increasing the rate is the wrong way to do it. The right way is to support the tourism industry’s efforts to expand into what is now the “off” season, so that the local private sector (businesses and employees alike) also benefit.
Reject this tax increase for what it is: a job-killing burden on any local business that depends on tourist spending. TOT has made it too easy for County government to avoid making the difficult decisions needed to control spending, and finding alternative ways to grow Mariposa’s economy.
Please vote NO on Measure K
Gary and Rickey Francisco, Owners
Yosemite JuniperCrest Vacation Rental
Roger Biery,
Sierra Communications
Donna Davis, General Manager
The Redwoods in Yosemite Vacation Home Rentals
Doug Shaw, Caroline McGrath, Owners
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
Kevin Shelton, Vice president Operations & Marketing
Yosemite Resorts
Ron and Lorelei Stapp, Owners
Miners Roadhouse 140, The River Restaurant,
Cedar House Restaurant, Parkside Pizza and Canyon Grill
Dog Rock Fire Update
October 10, 2014 8:00 AM
Current Situation: The night shift patrolled and monitored the fire along El Portal Rd., and mopped up portions of the northern edge of the fire.
Fire activity has decreased significantly and less smoke will be visible today. Firefighters will continue to mop-up the fire’s northern edge. Over 7,000 feet of hose has been deployed in that area to assist crews with this work. Water tenders haul water to a nearby portable tank where it is pumped through the hoselays to the firefighter’s mopping up along the fireline. Helicopters will continue to support ground crews with bucket drops along the east and west flanks of the fire.
Park road crews will begin removing rocks and other debris on El Portal Rd. Firefighters will continue to patrol the road, mopping up, containing the fire and preventing snags and other burning material from crossing the road.
Pacific Gas & Electric employees will begin repairing damaged power lines in order to restore full power to the park. Power lines will be installed by helicopters, this work will be closely coordinated with incident air and ground operations.
Yosemite Park resource advisors are assigned to the fire to work with firefighters to assist them in protecting park resources and the firefighters themselves. The fire is burning in an area where bears are present so firefighters are instructed to be aware of bears and to keep all food and trash securely stored. Cultural and natural resources are always considered when planning and conducting fire suppression activities in order to protect them.
Road Closures:
Highway 140 from Park Line near El Portal to the Big Oak Flat Road and El Portal Road Junction.
Fire Facts: 311 acres; 20 % contained
Additional Information:
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4128/
Dog Rock Fire Information Phone: 209.372.0327; 372.0328; 372.0329 (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Current Conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
Park Web Page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
Yosemite Air Quality: http://.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
Cal Fire information concerning the aircraft accident: Daniel Berlant – (916) 651.3473
Dog Rock Fire Update
Suppression efforts continue on the approximately 250 acre Dog Rock Fire in Yosemite National Park. Air and ground attack has been aided by favorable weather conditions, which have resulted in minimal fire growth on the western boundary of the park near the Highway 140 entrance. Currently, there is no estimate on the fire’s containment; however crews continue to make significant progress. The National Park Service is being assisted by the United States Forest Service and the California Interagency Incident Management Team 3.
Highway 140 into Yosemite National Park remains closed at the park boundary. Yosemite National Park remains open and Yosemite Valley can be accessed via highways 41, 120 west, and 120 east via Tioga Pass. Campgrounds, hotels, and other visitor services are open and operating at normal hours. The evacuation of the community of Foresta is still in effect.
“With great sadness, the Yosemite National Park community would like to express its deepest condolences to CAL FIRE for the loss of pilot, Geoffrey “Craig” Hunt. Yesterday, Craig lost his life fighting the Dog Rock Fire,” stated Don Neubacher, Yosemite National Park Superintendent. “He died serving and protecting the public from wildland fire. As members of the wildland firefighting community, we also mourn his loss and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
All inquiries regarding the accident involving Hunt, the CAL FIRE pilot who died in yesterday’s accident, should be referred to CAL FIRE Public Information Officer Daniel Berlant at (916) 651-3473.
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Highway 140 into Yosemite National Park remains closed at the park boundary. Yosemite National Park remains open and Yosemite Valley can be accessed via highways 41, 120 west, and 120 east via Tioga Pass. Campgrounds, hotels, and other visitor services are open and operating at normal hours. The evacuation of the community of Foresta is still in effect.
“With great sadness, the Yosemite National Park community would like to express its deepest condolences to CAL FIRE for the loss of pilot, Geoffrey “Craig” Hunt. Yesterday, Craig lost his life fighting the Dog Rock Fire,” stated Don Neubacher, Yosemite National Park Superintendent. “He died serving and protecting the public from wildland fire. As members of the wildland firefighting community, we also mourn his loss and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
All inquiries regarding the accident involving Hunt, the CAL FIRE pilot who died in yesterday’s accident, should be referred to CAL FIRE Public Information Officer Daniel Berlant at (916) 651-3473.
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Pilot Killed in Fatal Airtanker Crashed Identified
Sacramento - CAL FIRE officials today released the identity of the pilot killed in yesterday’s airtanker crash in Yosemite National Park. Geoffrey “Craig” Hunt, age 62, of San Jose was a 13 year veteran pilot of Dyncorp International under contract with CAL FIRE.
“We continue to mourn the tragic loss of Craig,” said Chief Ken Pimlott, CAL FIRE director. “We know wildland firefighting is an inherently dangerous job, but Craig made the ultimate sacrifice.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig’s family during this difficult time,” said Jeff Cavarra, program director for DynCorp International.
Today the National Transportation Safety Board has assumed command of the investigation and CAL FIRE continues to support them.
“We continue to mourn the tragic loss of Craig,” said Chief Ken Pimlott, CAL FIRE director. “We know wildland firefighting is an inherently dangerous job, but Craig made the ultimate sacrifice.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig’s family during this difficult time,” said Jeff Cavarra, program director for DynCorp International.
Today the National Transportation Safety Board has assumed command of the investigation and CAL FIRE continues to support them.
Pilot dies fighting Yosemite wildfire
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. - An air tanker fighting a wildfire near Yosemite National Park in Northern California crashed Tuesday, but there was no immediate word on the state of the plane or the pilot, who was the only person aboard, officials said.The plane went down at about 4:30 p.m. within a mile of the park's west entrance, Yosemite spokesman Scott Gediman said. Rescue crews were working their way through difficult terrain to reach the downed plane.
"What we're trying to do right now with the remaining light is to get some of our rangers to the scene," Gediman said.
The airplane is an S-2T air tanker, which is flown by a single pilot and has no other crew members.
CBS Sacramento reports it's usually one of the initial planes used in a firefight like this. There are 23 strategically placed across the state.
The tanker uses twin turbine engines and is capable of carrying 1,200 gallons of fire retardant, said Daniel Berlant, a spokesman for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
"Please keep our pilot in your thoughts and prayers," Berlant said in a statement.
He did not know the age of the aircraft or details on the pilot and the pilot's experience in flying the aircraft.
"We're still trying to determine all the vital details," Berlant told The Associated Press by phone. "We have not been able to confirm anything via the radio with the pilot."
It was unclear if the pilot was flying to or from the fire or was in the process of dropping retardant, Berlant said.
The fire began Tuesday afternoon near state Highway 140, which leads into the heart of the park. It had grown to about 130 acres by Tuesday evening and forced the evacuation of several dozen homes near the community of Foresta.
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"What we're trying to do right now with the remaining light is to get some of our rangers to the scene," Gediman said.
The airplane is an S-2T air tanker, which is flown by a single pilot and has no other crew members.
CBS Sacramento reports it's usually one of the initial planes used in a firefight like this. There are 23 strategically placed across the state.
The tanker uses twin turbine engines and is capable of carrying 1,200 gallons of fire retardant, said Daniel Berlant, a spokesman for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
"Please keep our pilot in your thoughts and prayers," Berlant said in a statement.
He did not know the age of the aircraft or details on the pilot and the pilot's experience in flying the aircraft.
"We're still trying to determine all the vital details," Berlant told The Associated Press by phone. "We have not been able to confirm anything via the radio with the pilot."
It was unclear if the pilot was flying to or from the fire or was in the process of dropping retardant, Berlant said.
The fire began Tuesday afternoon near state Highway 140, which leads into the heart of the park. It had grown to about 130 acres by Tuesday evening and forced the evacuation of several dozen homes near the community of Foresta.
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YOSEMITE-WAWONA ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL Board of Directors Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting
October 6, 2014, 6 PM
Wawona Elementary School
7925 Chilnualna Falls Road
Wawona, California
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
MONTHLY ITEMS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
3. CONSENT AGENDA
NOTE: The Board will be asked to approve all of the following items by a single vote, unless any member of the Board or of the public asks that an item be removed from the consent agenda and considered and discussed separately.
3.1. Approval of agenda
3.2. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting, September 24, 2014
4. Financial reports
4.1. Monthly approval of warrants (Action needed)
4.2. Golf Tournament expenses
4.2.1. Pay Molly Horner $500 for program design.
4.2.2. Reimburse Michelle Stauffer $1838.22 for related expenses.
4.2.3. Pay invoice of $245.68 for program printing.
4.2.4. Reimburse Chad Andrews $447.96 for related expenses.
4.2.5. Pay DNC $945.00 for dinners.
4.3. Financial Report
4.4. Update on federal funding.
5. HEARING OF PERSONS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
The public may address the Board on any matter pertaining to the school that is not on the agenda. Unless otherwise determined by the Board, each person is limited to five (5) minutes. There will be no Board discussion and no action will be taken unless listed on a subsequent agenda.
ACTION ITEMS
6. Discuss having petty cash at the school for incidentals such as postage stamps, and etc.
INFORMATION ITEMS
7. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
8. STAFF REPORTS
8.1. CBEDS Information requirement.
9. NEXT MEETING DATE
10. CLOSED SESSION Personnel/Negotiations/Litigation
NOTE: The Board will consider and may act upon any of the following items in closed session. Any action taken will be reported publicly at the end of the closed session as required by law.
10.1.Employee Negotiations (Gov. Code 54957.6)
10.2.Personnel (Gov. Code 54957)
11. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION: ANNOUNCE CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
12. ADJOURNMENT
