News Archive
Board Announcement
June 25, 2010
A Special Meeting of the GCSD Board of Directors is scheduled for June 28, 2010. (Agenda) The regularly scheduled meeting of the GCSD Board will be held on July 12, 2010 at 9 am. (Agenda)
Board Announcements:
June 4, 2010
A Special Meeting of the GCSD Board of Directors is scheduled for June 10. 2010 (Agenda). Our regularly scheduled meeting will be held on June 14, 2010. Agenda
Memorial Weekend Barbecue A Huge Success!
June 3, 2010
On Sunday, May 30, 2010, the Groveland Fire Department held their third annual Memorial Weekend Barbecue at the Pine Mountain Lake Stables. There were kid’s games, gold panning, wagon and pony rides, face painting, a blue ribbon pie contest, basket auction, 50/50 raffle, petting zoo, and a delicious Kona Tri-Tip dinner. A great time was had by all and the weather was beautiful!
The Barbecue began at 3 pm and 700 dinners were served by 8 pm that evening. Firefighter Sarah Pennington, our dedicated event coordinator, and all the fire department personnel worked hard and long procuring donations for the themed basket auction, which brought in over five thousand dollars. This was definitely a community effort and there are many people who worked very hard to make this event a success for the Volunteer Firefighters' Association. We are extremely grateful to all of the event volunteers, and all members of the public who came out to support the Fire Department. Thank you!!! Watch the video wrap-up.
GCSD Water Wins Silver!
May 24, 2010
As many know, Groveland’s water comes from the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, which is owned and operated by the City and County of San Francisco. Groveland is the first stop for water coming from the reservoir, and its residents represent the City’s first customers. This water is pristine. It has a dissolved salt content that ranges between 15 and 30 mg/l. By comparison, water is considered distilled if it has a dissolved salt content of less than 10 mg/l. Our water also doesn’t have the telltale chlorine taste often found in drinking water because we disinfect with chloramines and high-intensity ultraviolet (UV) light, which don’t leave a residual taste.
Recently, the GCSD Operations staff (those responsible for treating your tap water) entered our water in a competition between water agencies from all over California and Nevada. This event was sponsored by the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association—the largest municipal water trade organization in the world, boasting over 25,000 members. Through the long tasting process, Groveland’s water made it through the rounds of judging, finally ending up in the final four. In the end, we received the silver medal for our water. First place went to Mount Shasta who, due to their proximity to the snow fields, is able to supply completely untreated drinking water.
We commend our entire team here for working so hard to deliver such high-quality, good tasting water to you. We encourage you to enjoy a cold glass of tap water and savor its excellent, awarding-winning taste!
Relay For Life Team
March 22, 2010
The Groveland Fire Department's team is preparing for the Tuolumne County Relay For Life event which will be held May 22-23, 2010 at Sonora High School. This 24 hour event raises funds for the American Cancer Society. Much of this money will aid in the support and treatment of cancer patients within the county. The Fire Department's team invites you to support the cause by visiting their team site.
One of the most inspirational moments at the Relay For Life is the Luminaria Ceremony. A luminaria donation to the American Cancer Society lights the path for those walking through the night at the event. If you would like to pay tribute to someone who has battled cancer visit the team site for more information on Luminarias. Watch the Video Wrap-Up.
GCSD to Conduct Equipment Surplus Sale!
March 16, 2010
GCSD will be accepting bids on surplus vehicles and equipment until 4 p.m. on Friday, April 23, 2010. To see a list of available items and instructions regarding the submission of bids, please see our Surplus Sale Flyer.
Youth Center
March 5, 2010
Grand Opening Party date has been changed to April 17, 2010, noon to 3 pm. The community is invited!
New Youth Center Dedication
February 16, 2010
Kurt VanderWeide representing Congressman George Radanovich, 4th District Supervisor John Gray, Tuolumne County Parks Department, GAINs Board Members and Chairperson Barbara Broad, GCSD Board Members and General Manager Jim Goodrich, Groveland Fire Department Staff and Fire Chief Shane Warner, and interested community members gathered together to dedicate the new Groveland Youth Center located near the skate park and basketball court in Mary Laveroni Park and adjacent to the Groveland branch of the Tuolumne County Library.
Board Welcomes Director Riley
February 9, 2010
At the February 8, 2010, regular scheduled meeting of the Groveland Community Services District Board of Directors, Groveland resident Joseph Riley was appointed to fill the Board vacancy created by the December 14, 2009, resignation of Board President Wesley Johnson. Director Johnson was elected to a four-year term in November 2005. However, his term was extended by one year after the Board voted to change the GCSD election cycle from odd to even numbered years in order to align with state-wide elections.
While originally from southern California, Director Riley and his wife, Charleen, permanently relocated to the area several years ago and has since become the proprietor of The Cub Inn Bed and Breakfast in Groveland. Director Riley has over thirty years of private industry experience in business management, manufacturing operations, and mechanical engineering.
Dedication Planned for Groveland Youth Center February 16, 2010
February 9, 2010
The Groveland Youth Center is nearing completion! Kitchen appliances will be installed this week, along with the pool table and foosball table. This has been a collaborative effort, with many members of our local community donating appliances, furniture, and other miscellaneous items. Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors plans to unveil the facility at the Dedication Ceremony at noon on February 16th. The ceremony will be open to the public, and we urge you to come take a look at the new facilities!
GCSD Accepting Resumes for Board Vacancy
January 13, 2010
Due to the recent resignation of Director Wes Johnson, there is currently a vacancy on the GCSD Board of Directors. At the January 11, 2010 meeting, the Board voted to fill this vacancy through Board appointment. The Board will review the qualifications of each applicant and make their appointment at the next regularly scheduled meeting on February 8, 2010.
Any member of the public interested in serving out the remainder of Mr. Johnson’s term on the GCSD Board, ending in December 2010, is asked to submit his/her resume and cover letter to the District Secretary by February 3, 2010. Letters of Interest should state the reasons why the applicant wishes to serve on the Board and his/her qualifications. All candidates must live and be registered to vote within the boundaries of the GCSD to be considered eligible. You may bring your cover letter and resume by the District office, email it to the District Secretary at lspilman@gcsd.org, or mail it to: P.O. Box 350, Groveland, CA 95321.
GCSD Calls for Conservation
January 4, 2010
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) from January 4 - February 5, 2010, will be conducting repairs and inspections of critical water and power infrastructure, which includes parts nearly 90 years of age. The project has taken more than 3 years of planning and will require a 32-day shutdown of water conveyance facilities between Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and Moccasin.
Work will include improvements in the Mountain Tunnel for reliability, repairs at Moccasin Powerhouse to optimize water quality during storm events, repairs to an emergency water supply bypass at the Kirkwood Powerhouse, and inspections of Kirkwood Penstock infrastructure. This work is only possible when the system is offline and necessary to continue the reliable delivery of water, especially during emergencies, to the Groveland, Moccasin Fish Hatchery and the more than 2 million customers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
GCSD customers should not experience any interruption to their normal water service, however we do ask that you please be mindful of your water usage and conserve as much as possible for the duration of the tunnel shut-down. Please visit the Water/Wastewater tab for more suggestions on how to conserve water. We thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
GCSD staff
2010 Brings Change for the GCSD Board
December 14, 2009
At the December 14, 2009 meeting of the GCSD Board of Directors, the Board elected new officers for the calendar year 2010. Former Vice-President John Graham was elected President of the Board, while Director Gus Allegri was elected Vice-President.
Also at the December 14th meeting, former Board President Wes Johnson announced his resignation from the GCSD Board of Directors. Former Director Johnson was elected to a four-year term in November 2005, serving as Vice-President of the Board in 2008 and President in 2009. Mr. Johnson stated that he was proud to serve the community during the time of rebuilding at GCSD, and noted the tremendous progress that he had witnessed during his term. GCSD would like to thank Mr. Johnson for his exemplary service as a member of the Board and for his dedication to our community.
Any member of the public interested in serving out the remainder of Mr. Johnson’s term on the GCSD Board, ending in December 2010, is asked to Submit his/her resume and cover letter stating the reasons why he/she wishes to serve on the Board and his/her qualifications. All candidates must live and be registered to vote within the boundaries of the GCSD to be considered eligible. Please bring your cover letter and resume by the District office or mail it to: GCSD, P.O. Box 350, Groveland, CA 95321.