Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Visit our Arnold Office

Drop by our Arnold office anytime you are up in our area.
7 days a week 9am-5pm

We would love to see you!

CENTURY 21 Sierra Properties
2075 Hwy 4
PO Box 840
Arnold, CA 95223
(209) 795-4485
c-21sierraproperties.com


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Monday, January 28, 2008

Sheriff's Phone Number and Road Plowing Hotline

The Calaveras County Sheriff's Department and the Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services is prepared to respond to requests for assistance relating to the ongoing stormy weather. Residents may contact the Sheriffs Department at (209)754-6500 for storm related issues (non-emergency) or dial for 911 emergency situations.

The Calaveras County Public Works Department has developed a hotline which can be called to leave a message regarding snow removal and ice sanding. This number is (209) 754-6017, and also contains information regarding the status of snow removal on county roads.

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Winter Snow Advisory


Issued at: 3:48 PM PST 1/24/08, expires at: 4:00 AM PST 1/25/08

Snow advisory remains in effect until 4 am pst Friday.

Snow showers will continue to increase tonight and Friday. Snow levels will range between 1500 and 2000 feet tonight, as cold air remains trapped along the eastern foothills. Snow levels will gradually increase tomorrow to near 3000 feet. Additional snow fall totals up to 3 inches will be possible through tonight. Gusty southeast winds may create areas of reduced visibility at times in blowing snow. A snow advisory means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Driveway Slope Issues

Our current County building code for roads and driveways states, "Maximum grades permitted: below 3,000' elevation is 16%. Above 3,000' elevation is 12%." In either case the code then states, "Any driveway with a grade exceeding the maximum permitted shall be provided with an asphalt or concrete surface." Thereby allowing all slopes with a finished surface to be approved. This has been the way we have done business since these County codes were enacted in 1992. In just the past approx. 60 days building permits were not being approved on driveways exceeding 16%, based on recent Cal Fire objections that the County code was not in compliance with State codes enacted in 1991.
Representatives of fire departments, Realtors, builders, engineers and key county department staff are meeting to discuss public concerns and confusion over driveway slope issues. CENTURY 21 Sierra Properties is one of the key stakeholders and when we have more information we will be updating you on this important issue.

Thursday, January 17, 2008

C21 at BVXC: Nature… Family… Fitness… It’s all good in Bear Valley


A few CENTURY 21 Sierra Properties Agents took some time out of their busy day yesterday to take on learning a new sport: Cross Country Skiing! Carolyn Petersen, Kathy DeGraef and friend Pat braved the windy conditions and took a lesson from Paul Petersen at Bear Valley Cross Country Ski Area. A few falls and a few glides later everyone was zipping right along.

Bear Valley lies in the heart of the Central Sierra between the Mokelumne and Carson Iceberg Wilderness Areas. You will enjoy an extensive trail system of over 3,000 acres. Amenities include 35 trails carefully groomed for track and skate skiing and snowshoeing, the Meadow Cafe, a complete rental, demo and retail facility, 4 Trailside Huts including the new Osborne Ridge Hut, picnic tables, park benches, two kids' trails, a new waxing hut, groomed downhill practice area and a sledding/tubing facility. Trails are open from 9am to 4:30pm daily. The elevation of 7,000 to 7,800 feet guarantees first to open (usually mid November) and last to close (usually mid April) status among Sierra cross country centers.

Bear Valley Adventure Company
Phone: 209-753-2834
Fax: 209-753-2669
E-mail: bvcc@sonnet.com
Website: http://www.bearvalleyxc.com/

Monday, January 14, 2008

New Bakery in Town: Susie D's Cafe & Bakery

The next time you are up in our area check out the new bakery and cafe in town. It's been getting rave reviews. It's located in the same shopping center as the Outhouse and Ebbetts Pass Sporting Goods.



Tell 'em that CENTURY 21 Sierra Properties sent ya.

Hours of Operation:
Tuesday–Saturday
6:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

15% Off Coupon on their website:
http://www.susiedscafe.com/

Susie D's Cafe & Bakery
925 Highway 4
Arnold, CA 95223-0000
Phone: (866) 443-9485
Fax: (209) 754-5676
info@susiedscafe.com

Friday, January 11, 2008

Beware of Big Berms

Your berm may be big so you may need a one-shot snow plow:
If you are in the Arnold area you can call Everett Cockshot at 209-795-7410

If you are in the Big Trees area you can call Justin Dollar at 209-795-5191
or email Justin at jgdollar@yahoo.com



Monday, January 7, 2008

Weekend Weather Forecast Clear This Weekend



We've received plenty of snow and more is on the way this week. This weekend should be the perfect time to come up.
Keep an eye on the weather:


Friday, January 4, 2008

Heavy Winter Storm Conditions

We're getting some wicked weather up here. Rain and snow and wind. Be careful if you are heading up our way.


Here are our favorite links for weather, traffic, snow conditions and live webcams:

CHP Incident Reports
http://cad.chp.ca.gov
Areas=Stockton
Searches > Custom Region=Stockton-San Andreas

Road Conditions:Current Chain Restrictions for Hwy4
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/sr4

Weather:NOAA
http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?site=sto&smap=1&textField1=38.357355&textField2=-120.20025

Forecast Discussion
http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/forecasts/display_special_product_versions.php?sid=sto&pil=afd

The March of the Green Blob
http://www.intellicast.com/National/Radar/OneKM.aspx?location=USNV0076

Live Webcam Pictures
http://ourbv.com/index.cgi/Webcams

Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Happy 2008!


Our 2008 Goals for our
NEW CENTURY 21 Sierra Properties
Vacation Rental Department:
  1. Build a Vacation Rental website that is professional, easy to use and highly functional.
  2. Build a portfolio of quality homes that are super clean and have many attractive amenities.
  3. Treat our guests to the best.
  4. Create a loyal group of repeat guests.
  5. Over deliver.
  6. Revisit these goals frequently.

New Years Prediction: '08 will be Great!