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Sierraville Ranger District Christmas Tree Permits On Sale November 17

11/2/2017

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SIERRAVILLE, Calif. - Keep the family tradition alive this year (or start a new one) by cutting a Christmas tree in the Tahoe National Forest! On your adventure enjoy some cool mountain air while spending quality time with your family. For the holiday season, the Sierraville Ranger District on the Tahoe National Forest is selling personal use Christmas tree cutting permits starting on Friday, November 17. The non-refundable permits are $10.00 and good for one tree. There is a limit of two permits per household and buyers must be present to purchase. Permits may be used only on the Sierraville Ranger District between November 17 and December 25, 2017. Along with the permit and tree tag, buyers will also receive a map showing cutting areas, requirements and helpful tips.
 
Although tree cutting is permitted through December 25, the Forest Service recommends cutting early in the season before higher elevations become snowbound. Trees can stay fresh for several weeks when properly stored. Because trees begin to lose moisture as soon as they are cut, place them in water as soon as possible. The Forest Service asks permit holders to practice good stewardship and be sure the Christmas tree is located on Tahoe National Forest land.
 
Tree cutters should be prepared for unpredictable weather changes and colder conditions in higher elevations. A fun family outing can become miserable and even dangerous with a quick change of weather for the unprepared. Tree cutting areas may not be accessible by some vehicles due to rough road conditions. Tree cutters should be prepared to hike, ski, or snowshoe to find their Christmas tree. Plan your trip by:  checking the weather and road conditions; letting someone know where you are going and when you will return; having a full tank of fuel in your vehicle; and bringing plenty of warm clothes, water, emergency food, tire chains, shovel, a saw or axe to cut your tree, and a tarp and rope to bring it home.
 
Permits may be purchased directly from the Sierraville Ranger District office during normal business hours or at White’s Sierra Station in Loyalton. Permits can be purchased until December 24 or until they are sold out. The Sierraville office will be closed November 23 and 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.


NATIONAL FOREST OFFICE
Sierraville Ranger District Office
317 South Lincoln Street (Highway 89)
Sierraville, CA 96126
(530) 994-3401
Monday–Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
 
LOCAL COMMUNITY BUSINESS
 
White’s Sierra Station Food Mart
508 Main Street
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-1212
Monday–Friday (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) and Saturday (6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
 
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For more Tahoe National Forest information, go to www.fs.usda.gov/tahoe. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/Tahoe_NF and “Like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TahoeNF.
 
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
 
 


Michael J. Woodbridge 
Public Affairs Officer

Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest

p: 530-478-6205 
c: 530-913-1079 
f: 530-478-6109 
mjwoodbridge@fs.fed.us

631 Coyote Street 
Nevada City, CA 95959
www.fs.fed.us 

  

Caring for the land and serving people
 

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COURT HEARING ON LOYALTON MOBILE ESTATES

11/2/2017

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THE SIERRA COUNTY COURT HEARING brought about by W.H. Whitaker of Legal Services of Northern California on behalf of Loyalton Mobile Estates (LME) residents was held Thursday at the Sierra County Courthouse in Downieville. Many residents were in attendance as well as Tom Yatteau, Assistant Director of Operations for the California Receivership Group, and  Joe Lamour, Sierra County Counsel. Presiding over the court hearing was Judge Charles Irvin. The Court proceedings were held in the Judge’s chambers and then Whitaker addressed the crowd with the agreed upon terms for moving out of the Park. He stated because it was an emergency item, the Judge was willing to hear the case. Whitaker said he talked about hardships for residents to have to move so quickly. He stated he was able to negotiate and the Court agreed to authorize the Receiver to pay $3,000 per unit for relocation if residents can vacate by Monday, November 13th. Whitaker stated if residents were not out by the end of November 13th, they would forfeit that money. He continued that wood burners and electrical heaters are banned from use and if caught would forfeit the money. Residents were worried about no other heat.  Jim Rimmer stated that many double-wide trailers were built with the wood stoves in them. Whitaker said the Receiver could sort through on a case by case basis. He said after November 13th the Receiver would have the City of Loyalton shut off utilities. Whitaker stated residents could take their trailers out, but would need to provide the title. Resident, Lynette Canepa asked why the homes on Hill Street were not being evacuated due to sewage leaking near them. Whitaker didn’t know the answer, but stated the Receiver was most worried about fire. Other residents were upset about having to move right at Thanksgiving and in winter. Whitaker told them November 13th was what was negotiated and if they worked with the Receiver they would receive their compensation. He said those who wanted to file damage claims would have to forfeit their money, warning them it would be a long shot. Yatteau addressed the crowd and said as residents exit the Park, they would have to sign a release and then would be given their compensation. Whitaker stated this was an Order from the Court and understood it was still bad news for residents, but felt it was substantially better than it was. Long time resident, Ben Gallegos stated if they destroy the Park, they’ll need to destroy the cemetery as it was for the soldiers after war and they are buried in the cemetery. Yatteau stated they wouldn’t be touching the cemetery.
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