Local propositions put transportation and schools on ballot
By JP Crumrine
In addition to 14 statewide propositions on the ballot, Hill voters will have two local propositions. One is for the Riverside County Transportation is a bond measure for the Hemet Unified School District. Transportation Measure A would extend the current one-half percent transactions and use (sales) tax beyond its March 31, 2039, sunset. The tax…
Mayor Max of Idyllwild, also known as Maximus Might-Dog Mueller, passed away quietly in his sleep on Tuesday, April 2, after a three-year battle with cancer. No one who met and experienced this loving spirit, even in the most recent weeks, could have know that his health had been a serious issue for the last…
The Idyllwild Arts Academy Black History Concert on Saturday, February 21, was one to remember. The event began ahead of schedule when early arrivals to Lowman Hall were surprised by the entry of jazz program students in marching band garb performing “When the Saints Go Marching In” in New Orleans second line style. They led…...
Trial preparations for Robert Pape and Cristin Smith, charged with the 2006 Pinyon murders of Jon Hayward, Vicki Friedli and Vicki’s daughter Becky, began last week. One of the first matters addressed was Riverside County Superior Court Judge Bernard Schwartz’s decision to conduct one trial with two juries — one for each defendant. But last…
In December 2017, the unexpected electrical power outage throughout the Hill during the extreme wind storm may have been a necessary safety step; but the California Public Utilities Commission is taking a more active role in future “de-energizing” incidents. While many Northern California residents wish Pacific Gas and Electric would have been more proactive de-energizing…
Pleased and concerned over new IWD GM Dear editor:I was very pleased to read that the Idyllwild Water District (IWD) interim general manager (GM) talked about the importance of teamwork and team-building. I truly hope that means working with our current IWD team and not trying to solve problems by hiring and firing. It is…
Sewer bills for Idyllwild Water District’s 600 sewer customers will increase 50 percent in October. The Board of Directors unanimously approved the increase at its Sept. 10 meeting. The new rates are estimated to raise revenues about $180,000 annually. For most of the 420 residential customers, the monthly increase will be $12.75, for a total…
