This one isn’t too bad but I’m still having conflict issues between the cameras along with finding the right settings. I switched the digital audio recording for the video audio because it was easier to hear comments when a speaker faces a microphone – instead of the mic being behind them on the Handycam. Unfortunately, I didn’t notice an error until the video was produced — a slight synchronization problem – but it wasn’t too bad. Remember the old “Spaghetti Westerns” where the speaker’s lips NEVER matched what was spoken? lol “My name is nobody” – very humorous cowboy gunfighter spoof. Should see if my old VHS recording hasn’t degraded. Just wanted to acknowledge the problem. Interesting Public Comment.

 

I’m curious as to what was said at the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Meeting on March 27th, 2018 during the discussion of the March 22nd 2018 storm damage with all the flooding and road washouts. I’ve tried multiple times, even downloaded the program recommended by the county site for their newer postings, but for some reason still haven’t been able to hear any of it yet. I connect OK but when it says its loading nothing happens for a few minutes until being advised of the failure. I’ll try again later.

1820hrs UPDATE: 

Was finally able to access the March 27th, 2018 Mariposa County BOS Meeting audio!  I can understand why Mr. Taylor did not want to attempt to explain the information regarding the Lake Don Pedro Community Services District.  Not only because it was negative but repeating such things from memory always run a risk for innocent misunderstanding. 

Much information about the life and death challenges faced, immediate damage sustained and the continuing cooperation between numerous “partners” from law enforcement, other agencies/entities, and various individuals.    Our Sheriff gave an excellent and very informative detailed report that did include his mention of “displeasure” with the CSD’s response to the emergency and offered assistance.   The Sheriff on at least two occasions specifically thanked District II Supervisor Merlin Jones for his work in keeping communications open with our common “pocket community” difficulties with transportation and communication.   

Supervisor  Jones later commented that while in the Lake Don Pedro area when the RED CROSS was distributing water he attempted to telephone directors and the general manager without success.  He stated he even went to a director’s residence to discuss the situation and was met with the response “we just don’t want to talk to anybody”, although apparently some conversation did take place.    Supervisor Jones questioned County Health Officer Dr. Eric Sergienko as to some apparent confusion regarding how “non potable water” could safely be used.   Dr. Sergienko stated he shared the Sheriff’s stated concerns about the CSD and commented without the assistance from the California Department of Water Resources he didn’t think there would have been effective communication with the district.   Dr. Sergienko then discussed aspects of nonpotable water use (NEVER DRINK) and the steps the LDPCSD would have to take to resume safe water service to all customers and also said they had tried to shape the district’s message but it had been a challenge.   Supervisor Jones advised he had more information about the LDPCSD that he would present to the Board in a report.

GOSH DARN IT….don’t like condensing such detailed reports……

You know, Dave Taylor is absolutely right…..if you want to know what was said…check it out!

Tell you what,… if I did this right, the following should make it much easier to find the parts dealing with our Lake Don Pedro Community Services District.

INDEX OF DEPARTMENTAL PRESENTATIONS:

DOUG BENNEWIES, Mariposa County Sheriff:     @18 Minutes 32 Seconds

DR. ERIC SERGIENKO, Mariposa County Health and Transportation Director:   @ 45:40

CHEVON KOTHARI, Mariposa County Human Services Director:   @47:50

SHERIFF BENNEWIES   @ 50:00

MILES MENETREY, Mariposa County District V Supervisor:    @53:04

MERLIN JONES, Mariposa County District II Supervisor:   @56:08

sounds funny but

BELOW IS THE LINK TO THE ABOVE INDEX

<<<MARIPOSA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MARCH 27 2018 BOARD MEETING>>>

************BACK TO ORIGINAL POST ACCOMPANYING VIDEO**************

Ranchito Drive is still closed – that’s the place where some poor guy drove into that huge open “pit”that swallowed his entire truck and camper according to the online Modesto newspaper and accompanying photograph. Fortunately the driver survived but I wonder what sort of roadway barricades were used to warn approaching traffic on that curve? Always easier to second guess when not there in real time when everything seems to be coming apart. There will probably be a lot of details not made public for some time. The section of HWY132 over Piney Creek (going uphill to Coulterville from the subdivision) is still closed along with portions of other roads and highways. One heck of a storm that’s for sure. I’m still discovering little washouts on my small place. Later, Lew

My best to you and yours, Lew