Local Politics · El Dorado County
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 on Tuesday to appoint Undersheriff Eric Palmberg as the new sheriff, succeeding retiring Sheriff Jeff Leikauf. The appointment bypassed a competitive recruitment process because Leikauf provided only about 10 weeks' notice before his December retirement date. While Supervisor Brian Veerkamp opposed the move due to lack of public input, other supervisors cited past practice and the need to address community divisiveness. Palmberg is scheduled to take office on Dec. 26.
Public Safety · El Dorado County
A mild storm is expected to bring rain and a chance of high-elevation snow to the Tahoe region on Wednesday and Thursday, with precipitation of a few tenths to as much as 1 inch possible by Thursday night, according to OpenSnow forecaster Bryan Allegrato. Snow levels are expected to remain above 8,000 to 9,000 feet for most of the storm, limiting snowfall to the highest elevations, though levels could drop toward the end of the system. The National Weather Service recommends drivers prepare vehicles for winter travel by checking tire tread, windshield wipers, battery condition, keeping chains on hand, and inspecting emergency kits. High pressure is forecast to return over the weekend with drier conditions, while long-range models suggest a more active pattern could develop around the end of October into early November.
