News

►Local Firefighters Recognized in the Red Bluff Daily News on October 9th

Local volunteer firefighters were recognized for recently helping other communities in need. Read Julie Zeeb’s article. Interested in becoming a volunteer? Call Cal Fire at 528-5199 or visit www.tehamacountyfire.org/become-a-volunteer-firefighter.html

►Lassen Park Foundation Auction Update

The Lassen Park Foundation raised net just under $75,000 through their annual auction, which was live online this year, instead of the usual in-person gathering. “We had a tremendous online event that turned out much better than we could have hoped for. That income is about 90% of a normal year's auction for us, meaning we're heading into our Fiscal Year 2021 with a better cash flow position than we thought possible during the pandemic. We are cautiously optimistic, and planning our Summer 2021 Volcano Adventure Camp program accordingly,” said Jennifer Finnegan, Executive Director of Lassen Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful for the 184 people who registered online and bid on our auction packages. It was so much fun to produce the online event! It was quite the challenge for all to do something so different from our normal fundraiser, but a testament to the love our donors have for the park that it worked out so well.” You can still watch on YouTube the event that was held live on Sept. 19th. Funds raised support Lassen Volcanic National Park and camp programs. Donations for Volcano Adventure Camp can be made online or mailed to Lassen Park Foundation PO Box 33 Anderson, CA 96007. Shopping on Amazon? It doesn’t cost you a penny more for Amazon to donate to the Foundation each time you shop using Amazon Smile.

►Planned Power Outage Warnings Continue

We have received messages from the Tehama County Sheriff's Office about potential planned power outages when weather reports predict heavy wind. Messages are posted on the Mineral California website home and news page.

►Sewer Discussions

The Tehama County Sanitation District Board of Directors will host a Study Session on Nov. 10th at 1:30 p.m. P.T. Join in person in Red Bluff or via live audio. Topics for discussion include the PACE Engineering Rate Study, the Sewer Lateral Inspection and Repairs and an Overview of Public Comments following the July 5th meeting. Get information on the Sewer page of the website.

►Speero’s Request for Updated Contact Info

Speero Tannous at Tehama County Public Works has requested that people send their current mailing address, physical address in Mineral, a phone number and email address to him. His email address is Speero Tannous stannous@tcpw.ca.gov or you can call him at 530.385.1462 x3025, if you prefer to share the information over the phone. Feel free to ask for the status of your sewer reviews, while you're sharing your current information. He can check for you and has been very helpful to the homeowners in Mineral.

►Trees and Wind are Bringing More Pine Needles, But a Reminder of No Dumping on Forest Service Land Has Been Requested

It has been requested that we extend the message to remember that it is illegal to dump on Forest Service land and that it also presents a fire risk. It was reported that several residents were seen dumping green waste off of the 172. Rather than risking a fine or citation, you may want to ask neighbors if you can use their Green Waste cans. In addition, Green Waste will deliver and pick up a bin. Often, neighbors will want to share the bin and costs with you. Feel free to email us to ask if we know of any available cans, people looking for bins, or if you’d like some volunteers to help clean up your pine needles and branches.

►Grants Update

Jon Barrett at Resource County District of Tehama County reports that per their suggestion, he is working with Sierra Nevada Conservancy to refine our request for funding of trail elements.

►CalTrans Update

Tamy Quigley from CalTrans reports that the Mineral Multi Use Path project was submitted for funding on Sept. 15th and we hope to hear if the proposal was accepted by December.

► Jim Richardson on Detail in D.C. Area

Lassen Volcanic National Park Superintendent and Mineral resident Jim Richardson will be on assignment in the Capitol from early November through February. Although we will miss him while he’s away, he says he will jump on the community calls when possible in order to give us updates. An interim superintendent will be assigned soon by the regional office.

►Mill Creek Resort Updates

Jillian and Joe sent out a newsletter on October 12th, which included important updates about Mill Creek Resort. "This past summer was by far the busiest of our 4 years here. Our campground and cabins were nearly full (thank you all!!), and we made a lot of new friends along the way." For Fall, “if you’re looking for a quiet mountain retreat without the crowds, right now is a great time for a visit. We're taking cabin reservations with lots of availability during the weekdays & into November. Our campground and RV spots are open and will be taking reservations through October 25th (weather permitting). Visit Airbnb for cabin availability and Hipcamp for the campground. Or call us anytime, we’re answering calls 7 days a week, year-round. (530) 595-4449." What’s next? "We look forward to serving you great food again next Spring. We’ve got some exciting things planned and a new menu being developed for our 2021 season (and even more excited about taste testing it all over the winter months!). Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @millcreekresort and be our friend on Facebook so we can stay connected and you can hear all about the latest happenings here at Mill Creek Resort. "

►Mill Creek Resort Survey

"We are always looking for ways to improve and make our guest experiences the best they can be. We value your input and strive to exceed your expectations. We’d appreciate a few minutes of your time to take our survey so we can gauge what we’re doing well, and where we could do better." Survey link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JLQ6FV5

"The sun sets over the waters of Whiskeytown Lake - Curt Baer" Courtesy of Dacite Chronicles

►Lassen/Whiskeytown Annual Pass Photo Contest Winner

Dacite Chronicles reports that "Whiskeytown would like to congratulate Redding local Curt Baer for his winning picture chosen for the 2021 annual pass, which is valid at both Lassen and Whiskeytown. Lassen will be hosting the annual photo contest next year. Read more about the contest and how to purchase a pass.

► Ongoing Mineral News

Find the latest on the news page of the website.

Conservation

►Ranch Conservation Update

The Ranch continues conservation projects this Fall. Bruce Starkweather reports “All the chainsaw noises were from our green cut and annual salvage harvest activities this year. The timber harvest is complete and now finishing the biomass thinning both in the green cut area and a large portion across the meadow at the base of Turner. The green cut area was both sides of Hwy 36 just east of the Post Office and behind Forest Lane.”

Preservation

►Getting Ready for Winter

We’re working on a checklist for residents new to Mineral winters. Will you review it and let us know if anything should be added? Review here.

►Free Mineral Photo Scanning

Do you have old photos of Mineral that you would like scanned? Let us know and we’ll help you scan them and add a photo collection in your name on the Mineral California website.

►Mineral California Magazine Coming Soon

Preliminary articles and designs are underway and we hope to publish the inaugural issue soon.

Activities & Events

►Zoom Community Calls

Date: Wednesdays, Nov. 11^thand 25^th

Time: 6–8 pm Join the community Zoom call & spend some informal, virtual time with neighbors. Call-in information past calls’ notes are on the website’s community call page.

►Water District Board of Directors Meeting

The Board’s monthly meeting will be on Nov. 9th.