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Tuolumne County news for Friday, October 23, 2026

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Local Politics · Tuolumne County

Willow Springs HOA Considers Legal Action Over Tuolumne County Rezoning

The Willow Springs Homeowners Association is evaluating legal options after the Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning on Tuesday involving property linked to Supervisor Mike Holland and Planning Commissioner Sasha Farkas. The 3-1 vote allows a lot-line adjustment combining parcels in the Willow Springs Ranch subdivision, which HOA President Dave Titchenal argues violates private covenants regarding lot combinations and mobile homes. While Supervisor Ryan Campbell opposed the measure citing fears of larger development, county counsel stated the application complied with local regulations.

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Education · Tuolumne County

Former Columbia College President Named Permanent YCCD Chancellor

Lena Tran, former Columbia College president and interim chancellor of Yosemite Community College District since May 2025, was promoted to permanent YCCD chancellor by the Board of Trustees at an Oct. 14 meeting, effective Nov. 1. She will lead both Modesto Junior College in Modesto and Columbia College in Tuolumne County. Tran's annual salary for the 2026-27 academic year will be $395,000. YCCD serves all of Stanislaus and Tuolumne counties and parts of Calaveras, Merced, San Joaquin, and Santa Clara counties.

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