In a recent Calaveras County government meeting, significant discussions emerged regarding campaign finance violations involving Supervisor Foerendorf and Supervisor Stoppard. Christopher Boettner, publisher of Calaveras 2024 Election Dot Com, raised concerns about Supervisor Foerendorf's alleged failure to report a substantial nonmonetary contribution related to her January 2020 campaign kickoff event. He highlighted that Foerendorf has been under investigation by the California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) since July 2024 for multiple violations of the Political Reform Act spanning from 2020 to 2024.

Boettner also directed attention to Supervisor Stoppard, who received an official warning from the FPPC in May 2019 for failing to file required campaign disclosure forms. He alleged that Stoppard repeated this violation in subsequent periods and failed to properly terminate his 2018 campaign committee. The FPPC complaint against Stoppard is currently under review.

Following these public comments, the board moved on to routine matters, approving a consent agenda without any items being pulled for further discussion. The board unanimously passed an agreement with Proper Pruning Services Inc. for tree maintenance, funded through road maintenance funds, ensuring no impact on the county's general fund.

Additionally, the board appointed Jesse Sprague as the new county librarian, effective September 21, 2024. Sprague, who brings ten years of experience from Shasta County, expressed her enthusiasm for children's services and commitment to enhancing the library's offerings. The board welcomed her warmly, reflecting their ongoing support for the library system.

The meeting concluded with the board addressing further agenda items, maintaining a focus on community services and governance.