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Plumas County Supervisors Shocked by Impending Development Fees, Fearing Impact on Growth

Wednesday, October 2

Plumas County officials were surprised to learn of new development fees that could pose a significant threat to the county's growth and economy. During the supervisor's meeting, a Plumas Unified School District public hearing that appeared to have slipped under their radar led to...

Hotel junk fees are still a thing: Here’s how to protect yourself

Tuesday, August 13

(NEW YORK) -- Junk, resort, destination, urban, and amenity fees are pseudonyms for the mandatory, often unexpected surcharges you might find tackled on your hotel bill. According to the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), these fees cost Americans nearly $3.4 billion annually and despite...

Plumas Supervisors Recuse Themselves- Motion to Cover Treasurer’s Attorney Fees Fails

Wednesday, March 27

Plumas Supervisors Greg Hagwood and Tom McGowan walked out of the board’s chambers just before the ongoing discussion regarding the county paying attorney fees for Treasurer Julie White.The two supervisors' recusal came earlier, however, on March 5th, citing conflicts of interest that prohibited them...

Grazing Fees Announced for 2023

Thursday, February 2

The Bureau of Land Management and the US Forest Service announced this year's grazing fees won't be increasing despite inflation. Those in fighting for higher environmental standards say it is a failure in stewardship.Marking this the fifth year in a row, the federal fee...

City Council Looks to Increase Golf Course Fees

Monday, January 2

To start the new year, the Susanville City council holds back-to-back meetings. First, a special meeting tomorrow, January 3rd, for labor negotiations for city employees, held in a closed session; the city administrator will detail any reportable action once the council comes out of...

Public Hearing Set in Loyalton for Increase to Fire Mitigation Fees

Monday, December 19

The Sierra County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing this week in Loyalton to discuss increasing fees for fire mitigation. It is proposed that the fire development impact fee increase will be paid by new development/construction within the boundaries of the Sierra...

Public Land Mining Claim Fees Due Sept. 1

Tuesday, July 19

If you own a mining claim you will need to get your claim fees and waivers in before your claim gets forfeited. The Bureau of land management is requesting that to retain your claim on public lands through the next assessment year you will...

Camping Fees Increase in Modoc National Forest

Monday, April 18

Camping and visiting the Modoc National Forest will cost you more this summer. Starting July 8th the ntl forest will increase its fees at 9 of its developed sites. The campgrounds will now cost 15 dollars per site with a 5 dollar extra vehicle...