We cautiously applaud Tuolumne Utilities District General Manager Pete Kampa and his staff for doing the right thing and re-examining a proposed water rate hike. The original proposal is harmful to local residents and the rates and timing are far too aggressive in this sluggish economy.
At the 11th hour, Kampa, who is up for a contract renewal, on Monday pulled the rate hike request from the board’s Tuesday agenda, saying he and his staff will go back to the drawing board to draft a less-severe plan.
Four-term Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors member Dick Pland announced on Wednesday that he won’t run for re-election next year, leaving behind a nearly 50-year legacy of public service in the county.
The 5th District board member from Jamestown has often served as the voice of reason on the board. More than once during the board’s regular Tuesday morning meetings, Pland has swayed contentious votes with a stiff upper lip, and a thoughtful opinion.
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