Amador County – Ten elected Amador County officials have been invited to take their oath of office at noon Monday, January 3rd in the Board of Supervisors Chambers in the county administration building at 810 Court Street in Jackson.

Amador Registrar of Voters Sheldon D. Johnson in a memo December 20th to the media and the board of supervisors made the invitation to the elected officials.

All 10 have been re-elected to their positions, and only one faced opposition in the election, that being Assessor Jim Rooney. Rooney was elected for his third term, and started his first term in 2003.

The officials who have been invited to take their oath of office all were unopposed in the June primary. Auditor Joe Lowe also starts his third term and first took office in 2003. County Clerk and Recorder Sheldon Johnson is in his 32nd year in office, and his position also includes the position of Registrar of Voters, and the Commissioner of Civil Marriages.

Superintendent of Schools Richard F. Glock will start his third year as superintendent of the Amador County Unified School District. He took over for former Superintendent Mike Carey in July 2008.

District Attorney Todd Riebe will start his fourth elected term, and was first elected in 1998. Sheriff and Coroner Martin Ryan is entering his second term, and was first elected in 2006, and took office in 2007.

Superior Court Judge Susan C. Harlan is starting her fourth elected term in office, and was first appointed in 1991 by Gov. Pete Wilson. She was first elected in 1992.

District 3 Supervisor Theodore F. “Ted” Novelli is starting his second term on the Amador County Board of Supervisors. His first term began in 2007. Current Chairman, Supervisor Brian Oneto of District 5 is also starting his second term, and took office in 2007. Treasurer and Tax Collector Mike Ryan starts his sixth term, and was first elected in 1991.

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Amador County – Ten elected Amador County officials have been invited to take their oath of office at noon Monday, January 3rd in the Board of Supervisors Chambers in the county administration building at 810 Court Street in Jackson.

Amador Registrar of Voters Sheldon D. Johnson in a memo December 20th to the media and the board of supervisors made the invitation to the elected officials.

All 10 have been re-elected to their positions, and only one faced opposition in the election, that being Assessor Jim Rooney. Rooney was elected for his third term, and started his first term in 2003.

The officials who have been invited to take their oath of office all were unopposed in the June primary. Auditor Joe Lowe also starts his third term and first took office in 2003. County Clerk and Recorder Sheldon Johnson is in his 32nd year in office, and his position also includes the position of Registrar of Voters, and the Commissioner of Civil Marriages.

Superintendent of Schools Richard F. Glock will start his third year as superintendent of the Amador County Unified School District. He took over for former Superintendent Mike Carey in July 2008.

District Attorney Todd Riebe will start his fourth elected term, and was first elected in 1998. Sheriff and Coroner Martin Ryan is entering his second term, and was first elected in 2006, and took office in 2007.

Superior Court Judge Susan C. Harlan is starting her fourth elected term in office, and was first appointed in 1991 by Gov. Pete Wilson. She was first elected in 1992.

District 3 Supervisor Theodore F. “Ted” Novelli is starting his second term on the Amador County Board of Supervisors. His first term began in 2007. Current Chairman, Supervisor Brian Oneto of District 5 is also starting his second term, and took office in 2007. Treasurer and Tax Collector Mike Ryan starts his sixth term, and was first elected in 1991.

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Amador County – Amador County Registrar of Voters Sheldon Johnson reminded voters Tuesday they should check their sample ballot for the location of their polling places, as polling locations have been consolidated, but only for the January 4th special election, to fill the District 1 position of the late State Senator Dave Cox. Candidates are Republican Ted Gaines and Democrat Ken Cooley. The voting places are Jackson City Hall, Evalyn Bishop Hall, Sutter Creek Auditorium, New Life Christian Center in Pine Grove, Plymouth City Hall, Lockwood Fire House in Volcano, and Mace Meadow Country Club in Pioneer. Johnson noted that “with the election being held in January and the uncertainty about weather conditions, voters might want to consider voting by mail.” Vote-by-mail applications forms are on sample ballots, or a written request may be submitted. The last day to apply by mail is December 28th, but walk-in applications can be made at the registrar’s office until election day. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 4th.

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Amador County - With a major storm system upon California, the chilling winter months bring rain, fog, ice and other hazardous weather conditions that pave the way for a substantial increase in motor vehicle accidents. This winter season, CAL FIRE is advising all drivers to take extra precaution while behind the wheel.

Last year alone, CAL FIRE responded to over 6,000 vehicle accidents in the months of November, December and January. These accidents are often caused by motorists driving at unsafe speeds for the conditions of the road. Officials warn that it’s important to use the surrounding road conditions to gauge safe speeds, rather than relying solely on the posted speed limit.

“The winter season represents a very dangerous time of year to be behind the wheel of a vehicle,” said Battalion Chief Dave Teter, CAL FIRE’s safety officer. “With the increase in road hazards during these cold months, it’s more important than ever to ensure you take the extra precautions necessary to make every drive a safe one.”

“Its imperative that your vehicle is in good working order,” said John Carrier, CAL FIRE’s fleet manager. “A car that's not maintained can be extremely dangerous on a wet and slippery roadway.”

To help steer clear of vehicle accidents this winter, CAL FIRE recommends drivers use weather conditions as a guide to slow down, avoid sudden stops and quick direction changes, and be sure to leave additional distance between your vehicle and the one ahead.

They also advise slowing down and keeping a constant watch for other vehicles, being mindful of icy roads, and if the vehicle begins to slide while driving on ice or snow, avoid using the break. Instead, slowly release the gas pedal and steer the vehicle in the right direction.

For more information on life and fire safety, visit our website at www.fire.ca.gov.

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