Wilton to Recognize Veterans

Members of the Wilton History Group are preparing for their annual Military and Veterans’ Appreciation Day to be held Nov. 11. Read More »

Committee Upholds Skateboarding Violation

The Rancho Murieta Association Compliance Committee upheld a rule violation issued to former RMA Director Danny Carrillo for riding his skateboard through the community with his dog Leo. Read More »

Election Results on RVT Website

Results of the closely watched Rancho Murieta Community Services District board election will be posted on the River Valley Times website, therivervalleytimes.com, as they become available following the Nov. 3 election. Read More »

Tourney Celebrates Past Captains

On Oct. 20, in perfect cool autumn weather, 48 players, including eight captains of the Rancho Murieta Women’s Golf Club (RMWGC), took to the North Course of Rancho Murieta Country Club to celebrate all who served as the leader of the group through the years in the annual Captain/Past Captains Tournament. Read More »

District Failing to Respond

Tim Maybee, Rancho Murieta Community Services District director, expressed frustration at the Oct. 21 board meeting over the district's failure to respond to public written questions, describing the recurring problem as a “sucking, swirly eddy of despair.” Read More »

Board Approves Dues Increase

Rancho Murieta Association members will pay an additional $4.50 per month in dues next year under a 2027 budget unanimously approved by the RMA Board at its Oct. 6 meeting. Read More »

School Stabbing Injures Two

Two Pleasant Grove High School students suffered injuries in a stabbing Oct. 28 at the school here, Elk grove police said. Read More »

Social Media Posts Controversy

Statements posted on social media by Rancho Murieta Community Services District Director Bill Gere drew sharp criticism at the Oct. 21 board meeting, prompting calls for rules governing directors' online conduct and a heated confrontation over the district's water augmentation fund. Read More »

Are You Winter Weather Ready?

As we enjoy the cooler weather that comes with fall, it’s a great time to start preparing for what the next season will bring. Read More »

What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas Read More »

Committee Mulls Lake Use

The Rancho Murieta Community Services District Improvements Committee agreed Oct. 7 to bring a proposal to the full board for legal advice on using Lake Clementia as a drinking-water source while preserving swimming at the lake. Read More »

243 Acres Now Protected

Two new preserves in the greater Rancho Murieta area will permanently protect 243 acres of oak woodlands and grasslands, expanding a network of conserved land in eastern Sacramento County. Read More »

Gere Disputes Accounts of Hollister Airport Controversy

Bill Gere, who has cited his municipal experience as a qualification for serving on the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board, left his position as Hollister Municipal Airport manager in 2008 following controversy over his removal of a proposed CAL FIRE base from a planning document. Read More »

Fun and Community Giving Come Together at Summerfest

Carnival rides, live music and neighbors catching up with friends filled Stonehouse Park as Summerfest returned to Rancho Murieta Oct. 1-3, with sponsors and volunteers helping turn three days of entertainment into support for community projects. Read More »

About 40 Attend CSD Election Forum

Approximately 40 people attended the Oct. 7 Rancho Murieta Community Services District Candidate Forum, following social media criticism of restrictions on who could attend. Read More »

Water, Finances, Public Trust Top Issues in Election

Strengthening Rancho Murieta’s water supply, financing the replacement of aging infrastructure, and restoring public trust emerged as central issues when 10 Community Services District board candidates gathered for an Oct. 7 forum at the Rancho Murieta Association Building. Read More »

CSD Names Marti Brown General Manager

The Rancho Murieta Community Services District has appointed Marti Brown as its new general manager, effective Oct. 19. Read More »

Dinner Supports Students Who Overcome Adversity

The Kiwanis Club of Rancho Murieta hosted its fifth annual Farm-to-Fork Dinner Sept. 18 on the Rancho Murieta Country Club’s event lawn, bringing the community together to support scholarships for students who have overcome significant challenges. Read More »

Rhinestone Rodeo Provides Rousing Finale

With a mix of country favorites and pop hits, Rhinestone Rodeo brought singing, dancing and a spirited finish to Entertainment, Theatre & Culture’s 25th anniversary concert season Sept. 5. Read More »

Music Mike Draws Crowd to Free Kiwanis Concert at Clementia

Music Mike plays guitar and sings for children gathered around him at the Lake Clementia Amphitheater during the Kiwanis Club of Rancho Murieta’s annual children’s concert Sept. 27. Read More »

Queen of Hearts Fashion Show Brings Wonderland

A queen of hearts, top-hatted escorts and a runway filled with fall fashions brought a touch of Wonderland to the Rancho Murieta Country Club on Sept. 23. Read More »

Candidates Outline Priorities for CSD’s Future

The Nov. 3 election could shape the direction of the Rancho Murieta Community Services District for years to come. Read More »

Residents Urged to Submit Questions for CSD Candidate Forum

Rancho Murieta residents have until 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, to submit questions for an upcoming Rancho Murieta Community Services District Candidate forum moderated by the League of Women Voters of Sacramento County. Read More »

RMA Cites Ex-Director for Skating with Dog

Former Rancho Murieta Association Director Danny Carrillo has stopped skateboarding through the community with his dog, Leo, running alongside him after receiving a violation notice alleging he was tethered to the dog, an allegation he disputes. Read More »

Security Logs: Sept. 3-14

Following is a summary of activity for the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Security Department for the following dates. Note: these log entries are condensed. For full security log details, go to the CSD website at rmcsd.com. Read More »

Hip Service Brings Dance Party to Lake Clementia

Hip Service brought 18 performers, high-energy choreography and music spanning generations to Lake Clementia Amphitheater on Aug. 22, keeping much of the crowd dancing throughout the Entertainment, Theatre and Culture for Rancho Murieta concert. Read More »

CSD Board Approves Formal Response to Grand Jury Report

The Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board of Directors unanimously approved its formal response to a Sacramento County Grand Jury report that credited the district with making financial improvements but found ongoing problems with overdue audits, management turnover, governance and ethics. Read More »

Reporter Gail Bullen Recovering from Crash

River Valley Times reporter Gail Bullen is recovering from serious injuries suffered in an Aug. 29 bicycle accident in Grants Pass, Oregon. Read More »

CSD Addresses Water Odor, Gate Security, New GM Contract

Rancho Murieta Community Services District officials addressed recent drinking-water odor problems, gate security and several technology improvements during the Sept. 16 Board of Directors meeting. Read More »

Summerfest Returns to Stonehouse Park Oct. 2 and 3

The annual Summerfest Carnival will return to Stonehouse Park in Rancho Murieta on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2 and 3. Read More »

RMA Sets Oct. 6 Budget Workshop

The Rancho Murieta Association Board of Directors completed a light agenda in about 17 minutes on Sept. 15, setting an Oct. 6 budget workshop and discussing the upcoming board election, damage to the gate arms, and other business. Read More »

Agenda Rules, Candidates Forum Raise Questions at CSD Meetings

Several questions about how the Rancho Murieta Community Services District conducts its business – from who controls meeting agendas to whether the district should sponsor a candidates’ forum – surfaced during the Board of Directors’ Aug. 26 meeting. Read More »