President Donald J. Trump on the Elevation of Cyber Command
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/18/2017 09:30 AM
Washington, DC...I have directed that United States Cyber Command be elevated to the status of a Unified Combatant Command focused on cyberspace operations. This new Unified Combatant Command will strengthen our cyberspace operations and create more opportunities to improve our Nation’s defense. The elevation of United States Cyber Command demonstrates our increased resolve against cyberspace threats and will help reassure our allies and partners and deter our adversaries.
California Transportation Commission Authorizes Nearly $690 Million to Accelerate Additional Transportation Projects
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/17/2017 04:06 PM
Sacramento, CA...Caltrans today announced that 32 major “fix-it-first” transportation projects can be accelerated a year earlier than planned thanks to anticipated funding from Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. The advancement is possible due to nearly $690 million in funding authorized today by the California Transportation Commission (CTC).
Terrorist Attack in Barcelona, 13 Killed & 80 Injured
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/17/2017 08:01 PM
Barcelona, ES....A day of terror in Spain with 13 killed and 80 injured when a terrorist driver plowed his rented van into people along a 1/3 mile section of street. Hours later just over an hour's drive to the south law enforcement prevented another van attack but ended up in a gunfight with a cell of terrorists. in that skirmish 5 were shot and one police officer was injured
President Trump Gives a Statement on the Infrastructure Discussion & Answered Questions
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/16/2017 11:04 AM
New York, NY....In his first visit back to Trump Tower since his election President Trump Gives a Statement on the Infrastructure Discussion & Answered Questions.
San Andreas, CA...The leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old is motor vehicle collisions, (According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) and the CHP’s goal is to reduce the death rate among teenagers as the result of these collisions.
Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush on Charlottesville
Posted by: News_Desk on 08/16/2017 02:39 PM
Kennebunkport, ME..."America must always reject racial bigotry, anti-Semitism, and hatred in all forms. As we pray for Charlottesville, we are reminded of the fundamental truths recorded by that city’s most prominent citizen in the Declaration of Independence: we are all created equal and endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights. We know these truths to be everlasting because we have seen the decency and greatness of our country."
U.O.P. Publishes Study of the Fiscal Impact of Cannabis Regulation on the Calaveras County Budget
Posted by: News_Desk on 08/16/2017 03:01 PM
Stockton, CA...The University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research published a comprehensive study of the fiscal impact of regulated cannabis on the Calaveras County budget. The study demonstrates that regulating commercial cannabis is estimated to generate between $7.2 million and $15.9 million in net revenue for the County after accounting for additional County costs that would result from the cannabis regulation program. This net revenue represents between 12% and 25% of the County general fund and thus would make a substantial difference to the County’s efforts to resolve its structural deficit and improve a range of public services.
Calaveras County Planning Commission Notice of Public Hearing For West Point Dollar General
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/15/2017 06:44 PM
San Andreas, CA...PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-002 TPM FOR WEST POINT DOLLAR GENERAL: The applicant is requesting approval of an application to divide 4.42 acres into two parcels, 3.09 acres and 1.33 acres in size. The parcel is currently zoned C2 (General Commercial) and is designed in the County General Plan as the West Point Community Center. The subject property is located off Highway 26 in West Point. APN: 008-016-009 is a portion of Block 4, Lot 12, Por. Lot 3.
Washington, DC...Thank you. I’m in Washington today to meet with my economic team about trade policy and major tax cuts and reform. We are renegotiating trade deals and making them good for the American worker. And it's about time. Our economy is now strong. The stock market continues to hit record highs, unemployment is at a 16-year low, and businesses are more optimistic than ever before. Companies are moving back to the United States and bringing many thousands of jobs with them. We have already created over one million jobs since I took office.
