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Saturday, 08 September 2012 03:42

Jackson's Historic National Hotel. Tour the newly renovated Jewel on Main St. in Historic Jackson Ca. TSPN TV 2012

TSPN's Amador This Week Takes you on a tour of Jackson's Historic National Hotel. Newly renovated this Gold Rush Era Hotel stands once again as the Crown Jewel on Old Main St. Jackson. Ca. If your planning a trip to Amador County This is the newest place to stay. Check It Out on TSPN

Published in Amador This Week

Saturday, 08 September 2012 03:20

Amador County Fair Jr. Livestock Auction Brunch TSPN TV 2012

TSPN's Amador This Week takes you to the Amador County Fair Jr. Livestock Auction Brunch. Meet the FFA 4H and Grange youth as they present themselves to prospective bidders and talk up their animals. You'll marvel at their knowledge as they charm you with youthful smiles.

Published in Amador This Week

Saturday, 08 September 2012 02:57

TSPN TV Newscasts 9-7-12

Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort’s slots paid out over $68.2 million to guests during the month of August. September looks to be just as promising as Jackson Rancheria introduces several exciting fall promotions. “August was a phenomenal month at Jackson Rancheria,” said Rich Hoffman, CEO of Jackson Rancheria. “We are looking forward to the start of football season as we launch our highly anticipated $1,000,000 Pro Pick’Em Challenge.”

Story from Press Release edited by Tom Slivick TSPN TV

Forest Supervisor, Kevin B. Elliott, released a new Giant Sequoia National Monument Management Plan (Monument Plan) for one of this Nation’s national treasures. The Monument Plan guides restoration efforts for giant sequoia ecosystems, watersheds, habitat for old-forest dependent wildlife, and the protection of mountain communities.

Story from Press Release edited by Tom Slivick TSPN TV

On November 3rd 2012 there will be a gathering of community leaders, experts, and coalitions. Defend Rural Amercia is coming to Sutter Creek, Ca. to bring much-needed attention to the problems that face the future of Amador County and other counties across the nation. Terry Nelson co-origanizer of the event says “No one has been listening to the people. Government treats us like we no longer matter.And Government was formed to serve us, not people and groups than don’t even live here.

Story from Press Release edited by Tom Slivick TSPN TV

Published in News Broadcast Videos

Friday, 07 September 2012 21:28

Jackson's Oktoberfest 2012

Join the Fun Sept. 22ed, at 11361 Prospect Drive for Oktoberfest 2012 Fun Food Beer Games Music and Dancing from 1-7pm

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Friday, 07 September 2012 21:08

Hospice 30 year Celebration Picnic

Join Us in Celebrating 30 Years Serving at Hospice of Amador and Calaveras' Picnic Saturday Sept 22ed 11am-2pm at Detert Park in Jackson. Ca. Open to the Public BBQ Games Balloons and Fun.

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Friday, 07 September 2012 21:14

Central Sierra Mining Association Presents the Candidates for Assembly Dist 5

Central Sierra Mining Association Sponsoring a Dinner and Industry Questions and Answers with the Candidates for Assembly Dist 5, Frank Bigelow and Rico Oller. at the American Legion Hall Sept, 21st 2012

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Thursday, 06 September 2012 22:49

TSPN News in-Depth - Paul Mollineli Jr. Part 1

Amador County News, TSPN TV News Video, 9-6-12 - In this edition on TSPN News In-Depth, Tom Slivick talks with Paul Molinelli Jr. of ACES Waste Services about A Proposition 218 process for the city of Jackson and possible rate increase.

Published in News in Depth

Thursday, 06 September 2012 22:47

TSPN News in-Depth - Paul Mollineli Jr. Part 2

Amador County News, TSPN TV News Video, 9-6-12 - In this edition on TSPN News In-Depth, Tom Slivick talks with Paul Molinelli Jr. of ACES Waste Services about the dangers of Proposition 218 and what happens to the companies that have their rate increases protested.

Published in News in Depth

Thursday, 06 September 2012 22:45

AWA contemplates what to do with systems that are "in the red"

(Sutter Creek) What legal options does the Amador Water Agency have when an individual water or wastewater system continues to run in the red and ratepayers refuse to allow a rate increase?

AWA Directors emphasized that their interest in this question was purely theoretical during a presentation by Agency counsel at the AWA Board of Directors August 23, 2012 meeting.

Agency Counsel Steve Kronick said that the Agency most likely could not declare bankruptcy for any individual system, though there is a process for the Agency itself to declare bankruptcy. AWA includes four separate water systems and three wastewater systems.

Kronick said an individual system can be sold to a private entity, however. The Public Utilities Commission would regulate water or wastewater systems purchased by a private utility company. The PUC would set rates and fees and would not be subject to California’s Proposition 218 protest process.

Private utility companies are also entitled to turn a profit over and above cost of doing business as opposed to government agencies, which must show a “nexus” between rates and cost of providing service.

“This is something that’s occurring around the state,” said AWA General Manager Gene Mancebo. “Private companies are taking over small utility systems because of the high cost of operations.”

Mancebo noted that Citizens Utility owned and operated the City of Jackson’s water system for a period of years in the 1980s.

Directors and Mancebo said that currently proposed Agency-wide system rates would get Amador County’s underwater systems back on track. “There are no plans at this point to sell any systems or declare bankruptcy,” Mancebo said.

Published in Water

Thursday, 06 September 2012 22:44

Amador Resource Conservation District plans rainwater harvesting workshop

Wouldn't you like to utilize the rain that falls on your house, field or
shop to grow your garden, recharge groundwater or provide fire
protection? On Saturday, September 22nd from 1 to 5 pm, the Amador
Resource Conservation District presents a workshop on rainwater
harvesting and storage. The workshop will be taught by Sean Kriletich,
a foothill farmer and agricultural consultant, with first hand knowledge
and experience with a variety of rainwater harvesting scenarios. The
cost per participant will be $20 and refreshments will be provided.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to make effective use of your
precious water resources.

Who: All those interested in effective use of our rainwater resources.
What: A Rainwater Harvesting and Storage Workshop presented by the
Amador Resource Conservation District and instructed by Sean Kriletich
When: Saturday, September 22nd from 1 to 5 pm
Where: Sutter Hill - Amador Co. Health and Human Services Conference
Room -10877 Conductor Blvd. Sutter Creek CA 95685
Why: Whether we are homeowners, gardeners, farmers, ranchers, winery
owners, builders or vineyard owners we could all use extra water. This
workshop will cover all aspects of rainwater harvesting and storage from
the drops falling on your roof or field, to storage and utilization.
You will leave this workshop with the principles of rainwater
harvesting, storage, and utilization as well as the knowledge you need
to install a system and information on the costs involved.
Cost: $20 per participant ($10 for each additional participant from the
same farm our household) - space is limited so reserve your seat today!

To reserve your seat at the September 22nd Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
please contact Sean Kriletich at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (209)
402-7801 and/or send your check or money order ($20 per participant -
$10 for each additional participant from the same farm our household)
to:

Sean Kriletich
Rainwater
18048 Butte View Ct.
Jackson, CA 95642