Did any of our local political orgs - Paykeeper, Humboldt Watershed Council, The so-called Alliance For Ethical Business, Healthy Humboldt, ERF, and others - have to answer questions like these asked by the IRS of 'conservative' groups:
List each past or present board member, officer, key employee and members of their families who:
a) Has served on the board of another organization. Has previously conducted similar activities for another entity.
b) Was, is or plans to be a candidate for public office. Indicate the nature of each candidacy.
c) Has previously conducted similar activities for another entity. (Like Humboldt Watershed Council/Healthy Humboldt?)(Like Local Solutions, Alliance for Ethical Business, Redwood Progressive, CREG, DUHC, Friends Of Paul Gallegos, Our Humboldt, Behind the Redwood Curtain, Curtain FOPG-Listserv
Friends of Chris Kerrigan, and God knows how many more...)
d) Has previously submitted an application for tax exempt status.
Please provide the following regarding your merchandise sales:
a) A vendor list. Indicate if the vendor is a related party.
b) A list of items sold.
c) Your cost for each item.
d) The selling price of each item.
Fully describe your youth outreach program with the local school district.
Provide information regarding the (Humboldt Democrat Central Committee, ERF) and your
relationship.
Provide a list of all issues that are important to your organization. Indicate your position regarding each issue.
It appears you have received training (______). Provide the following for all persons or organizations that have provided educational services to you:
a) The name of the person or organization.
b) A full description of the services provided.
c) The political affiliation of the person or organization.
d) A copy of the educational material used.
Provide details regarding your relationship with (Richard Salzman, Michael Shellenberger (sic).
Has your organization engaged in any activities with the news media? If so, please describe those activities in further detail and, if available, provide copies of articles printed or transcripts of items aired because of that activity. News media activity may include the following:
a) Newspaper advertisements
b) Press releases
c) Interviews with news media
d) Letters to the editor
e) Op-ed Pieces
A hard copy printout of the website – A PDF file emailed to the IRS will not suffice (and this is the high-tech Administration)
List all Social Media outlets being used (Facebook, Twitter, etc) and include hard copy printouts of every posting
A narrative description of every activity of your organization since June 30, 2010 (filing date) – And they do not want a mere description of the event, but full details – including; who conducted it, their qualifications, who was allowed to take part in the activities and how they were selected, was there a fee? (how much)
The IRS also wants to know about the members of the group and their roles and more, asking specifically for the “name, address, and corporate federal ID of all organizations that are members of our organization”
[...]
Public events are also under scrutiny with the IRS demanding to know the time, location and content schedule of each event.
Copies of any and all handouts must be included.
Names and credentials of all instructors and copies of any workshop materials used.
All speakers must be identified and copies of every speech must be included.
AND THERE'S MORE: “Have you attempted or will you attempt to influence the outcome of specific legislation? If so, provide the following … all communications, pamphlets, advertisements, and other materials.”
“Have you conducted or will you conduct candidate forums? If so, provide the following details… The issues that were discussed. Copies of all handouts provided.”
“The names of persons from your organization and the amount of time they will spend on the event. Indicate the name and amount of compensation that will be paid to each person.”
“All copies of your corporate minutes from inception.”
“Please identify your volunteers.”
“The names of donors, contributors, and grantors.”
“Do you encourage eligible voters to educate themselves, register to vote, and vote? Explain in detail how you do this.”
“You were formed 12/28/10. Provide actual financial information for 2010 & 2011, and a budget for 2012. Provide details regarding each item listed.”
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This level of inquiry goes well beyond the scope of the Form 1023 application for exempt status - and appears to be applied to one side and not the other.
In particular, we know that Humboldt Watershed Council and The AEB ran ads here locally, oh so many years ago. The AEB never showed up on any of my searches of IRS databases. Humboldt Watershed Council, on the other hand has a substantial record on Guidestar, and in the early days, at least, showed their 'educational' requirement was fulfilled.
It's quite a racket.
And, more than that, it's pretty disturbing when the full power of the federal Government/IRS is brought to bear on one side and not the other. There are thousands and thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of 'left-wing' orgs, we know they are formed and used and discarded just like boiler room stock scammers. Michael Shellenberger himself had quite a list, including Apollo Alliance, "The Rose Foundation," "The Committee of Concerned Maxxam Shareholders," "As You Sow Foundation" - No small potatoes there.
◼ Senior Internal Revenue Service officials knew agents were targeting tea party groups as early as 2011, according to a draft of an inspector general's report obtained by The Associated Press that seemingly contradicts public statements by the IRS commissioner. - AP
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Thursday, May 09, 2013
Manhunt in Humboldt for suspected killer; father suspected of shooting wife, 2 daughters; officials on the lookout in Petrolia area
◼ Shane Franklyn Miller, 45, is being sought by deputies and is considered armed and dangerous. Via Times-Standard
...(A) woman and her two daughters found dead Tuesday night at their home suffered multiple gunshot wounds.◼ Humboldt Connection in Shasta Triple Murder - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost (watch for updates)
"The husband and father was responsible for the alleged 3 homicides," said Lt. Dave Kent at a press conference this afternoon.
The three victims, 34-year-old Sandy Miller, and two daughters, Shelby Miller, 8, and Shasta Miller, 4, were found dead at their home on the 28400 block of Alpine Way. The children's father, Shane Franklyn Miller, 45, is the lone suspect sought by deputies and is considered armed and "extremely dangerous."
Deputies said they couldn't go into details about why they believe Shane Miller killed his family. They said they couldn't confirm what Miller used to allegedly shoot his family.
At a press conference held this afternoon, sheriff's officials said they entered the home Tuesday and found the three victims with gunshot wounds.
Lt. Tom Campbell said that an alert issued earlier this afternoon contained incorrect information about the suspect's vehicle. Authorities are still looking for a gold 2010 Dodge Mega Cab pickup truck with a camper shell, license plate 8Z75988.
They received a 911 call from the home around 7:45 p.m., but deputies wouldn't say who called authorities, except that the call came from the home where the victims were killed.
Deputies said there had been a domestic disturbance at the home in April, but said they couldn't confirm whether a domestic dispute played a part in the shooting.
An alert issued by law enforcement at about 10:30 a.m. today said Miller, whose birthday is today, was possibly headed to a cabin in Ferndale, where he may have a cache of weapons.
Miller is 5 feet, 10 inches tall, weighs 200 pounds and has red hair and blue eyes, sheriff’s Lt. Tom Campbell said. He is driving a gold 2010 Dodge Mega Cab pickup with a camper shell and California license plate of 8Z75988, according to the Sheriff’s Office◼ ...Humboldt County Sheriff's Office Lt. Steve Knight said an active search was being conducted Wednesday evening in the Mattole Valley area of Petrolia for triple homicide suspect Shane Franklyn Miller, 45. The sheriff's office reported the discovery of the gold 2010 Dodge Mega Cab pickup truck Miller had been reported driving earlier, parked and vacant on the 30000 block of Mattole Road.... - Redding Searchlight and Times-Standard staff
◼ Vehicle of Suspect in Shasta County Triple Slayings Found at Mouth of Mattole - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost (watch for updates)
UPDATES FROM LOST COAST OUTPOST:
◼ Mattole Schools Close as Manhunt Continues - Kym Kemp 5/8
◼ Sheriff Downey: Where We’re At in the Mattole Manhunt - Kym Kemp 5/9
◼ Afternoon Manhunt Update: No Leads to Report, But Tour of the Unknown Coast Will Go Forward - Hank Sims 5/9
◼ Photos of Petrolia as Hunt for Triple Homicide Suspect Continues - Kym Kemp 5/9
◼ Dead Body Rumors Unfounded, Says Lt. Hanson - Kym Kemp 5/10
◼ No News From the Shane Miller Manhunt in the Mattole Valley - Hank Sime 5/10
◼ More Officers Arrive to Search for Triple Homicide Suspect - Kym Kemp 5/10
UPDATES FROM TIMES-STANDARD:
◼ Sheriff's office: Triple murder suspect's truck found on Mattole Road; stay indoors - 5/8
◼ Second Update: Mattole manhunt continues, Miller an ex-convict - 5/9
Murder suspect Shane Miller has been in trouble with the law before, according to the Associated Press.◼ Third update: Search for Miller ongoing in Petrolia after truck sighted - 5/8
In 2002, Miller was charged in San Francisco with making and selling marijuana for distribution, being a felon in possession of a firearm, possessing a machine gun and money laundering, according to court records. He pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a gun and was sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison. He was released in May 2007, according to the federal Bureau of Prisons.
◼ Humboldt manhunt continues; search for suspected killer leaves Petrolia area residents on edge - Kaci Poor 5/10
There are obvious similarities between this search and the 2011 manhunt in Mendocino County for Aaron Bassler, the 35-year-old man wanted in the killings of two men in the Fort Bragg area, Downey said. In both cases, the wanted men were believed to be armed, dangerous and familiar with the region in which they were hiding.◼ Gunshot victim found in Myers Flat, unrelated to manhunt - 5/11
”There are also distinct differences,” Downey said. “The area we are looking at searching is not as containable as the Jackson State Forest region where Bassler was hiding. This area is very rugged and forested. It is going to have its own set of problems.”
◼ Mattole manhunt continues Friday with ramped-up effort; classmates remember Miller as experienced outdoorsman - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard 5/11
Miller spent his freshman year of high school living with Zachary Davis on Cleveland Street in Ferndale. Davis said his family regularly took on young boarders from Petrolia or Honeydew so they could attend high school in Ferndale or Fortuna. Mattole Triple Junction High School in Petrolia wasn't built until the 1990s, he explained.
Davis remembers Miller as a mean, angry 14-year-old with a penchant for cruel practical jokes.
”I didn't care to know him, and I didn't try to get to know him either,” Davis said. “I was not surprised at all when I saw his name in the paper. What surprised me the most is that it took him this long to do something this evil.”
Davis said Miller -- like most young people raised in the Mattole Valley -- could take care of himself in the wild. Miller could build a fire and a lean-to, Davis said.
”When you're raised out there, you are brought up a little differently,” he said. “You are taught about guns really young, you know how to hunt, set snares and traps. I think Shane could take care of himself out there, but I don't know for how long -- I guess it just depends on what gear he's got.”
Davis said he thought it was unlikely that anyone in the community would want to help Miller, even if he did contact old friends....
Knight said the sheriff's office has not canceled the Tour of the Unknown Coast, which is set to ride down Mattole Road today. Knight said a law enforcement presence will be posted along the route as a safety precaution.
The Bureau of Land Management's Arcata Field Office posted notice that the King Range National Conservation area, including the Lost Coast Trail, would be closed until further notice. Knight said he hopes the public honors the closure.
”We want people to stay out of there for their own safety,” he said. “Having people hiking around complicates things. It is a safety issue for them and for our staff.”
Anyone with information
on his whereabouts should call 911
or the sheriff's office at 245-6540.
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Judge upholds sentence for Arcata molester: 18 years for ex-pastor who preyed on 2 adopted daughters
◼ In making his ruling, Judge Bruce Watson said he stood by his original sentencing of Cardelli to 16 years in prison on counts of sexually abusing his two adopted daughters and two consecutive years in prison for attempting to dissuade one of the girls from testifying. - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
Following his arrest in September 2010, the prosecution charged Cardelli with three counts of lewd and lascivious behavior with a child under 14 years old, seven counts alleging there were multiple victims in the case, two counts of oral copulation with a child under 16, recurring sexual conduct with a victim under 14 and a special allegation of a victim under 14.
In December 2010, Cardelli was given explicit orders from the court to refrain from any contact with the pair of alleged minor victims in the case, including both phone and Internet contact.
Prosecutors argued in January 2011 that Cardelli had used a throw-away cell phone and a “false” Facebook page to contact the one of the victims.
During Cardelli's initial sentencing in August 2011, Watson said the man took advantage of a vulnerable victim, a girl he'd adopted at the age of 5 and who was 13 when the acts of molestation began. The judge said Cardelli then repeatedly attempted to dissuade the girl from cooperating in the case.
Standing by his previous comments, Watson said Monday the former pastor used his position as an adult, a father and a pastor to betray the trust and confidence of his daughter, his community and his congregation.
Under the terms of his sentencing, Cardelli will serve at least 85 percent of his 18-year prison sentence, will be put on supervised parole for 20 years after his release and will have to register as a sex offender for life.
Following his arrest in September 2010, the prosecution charged Cardelli with three counts of lewd and lascivious behavior with a child under 14 years old, seven counts alleging there were multiple victims in the case, two counts of oral copulation with a child under 16, recurring sexual conduct with a victim under 14 and a special allegation of a victim under 14.
In December 2010, Cardelli was given explicit orders from the court to refrain from any contact with the pair of alleged minor victims in the case, including both phone and Internet contact.
Prosecutors argued in January 2011 that Cardelli had used a throw-away cell phone and a “false” Facebook page to contact the one of the victims.
During Cardelli's initial sentencing in August 2011, Watson said the man took advantage of a vulnerable victim, a girl he'd adopted at the age of 5 and who was 13 when the acts of molestation began. The judge said Cardelli then repeatedly attempted to dissuade the girl from cooperating in the case.
Standing by his previous comments, Watson said Monday the former pastor used his position as an adult, a father and a pastor to betray the trust and confidence of his daughter, his community and his congregation.
Under the terms of his sentencing, Cardelli will serve at least 85 percent of his 18-year prison sentence, will be put on supervised parole for 20 years after his release and will have to register as a sex offender for life.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
I'll huff, and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house down!
Big threats. Big charges designed to garner a plea and thus an easy win. Then a plea deal, that in this case does not warrant all the time and effort expended by an office that is coming apart at the seams.
What are we down to, 8 or 9 prosecutors? From 19? That's a HUGE gap, and the poor fresh-out-of-school hires are trying to carry all that weight.
Now this "important" front-page case fizzles. It's as if once the Supervisor's kid isn't in the mix, all the fun went out of it.
They were charged with 11 felonies. Only one plead to one simple felony (the other a Misdemeanor, and another dismissal.) And one never made it past the preliminary hearing.
◼ Two men in Fortuna pepper spray case plead no contest to reduced charges - Times-Standard
Gregory Stephens and Wyatt Williamson had faced a number of felony charges including: first degree burglary, attempted kidnapping, two felony counts of false imprisonment by violence, and two misdemeanor counts of false imprisonment by violence.
Stephens pleaded no contest to a single felony charge of use of tear gas or a tear gas weapon for purposes other than self-defense. He faces a maximum sentence of three years in jail and up to five years probation. He's scheduled to be sentenced May 30.
Williamson pleaded no contest to a single count of misdemeanor false imprisonment, and was immediately sentenced to three years probation and 10 days in jail. He was credited for one day served. He is scheduled to turn himself over to the jail on May 11.
The single charge of first degree burglary against Loleta dairyman James O'Neil was dismissed.
What are we down to, 8 or 9 prosecutors? From 19? That's a HUGE gap, and the poor fresh-out-of-school hires are trying to carry all that weight.
Now this "important" front-page case fizzles. It's as if once the Supervisor's kid isn't in the mix, all the fun went out of it.
They were charged with 11 felonies. Only one plead to one simple felony (the other a Misdemeanor, and another dismissal.) And one never made it past the preliminary hearing.
◼ Two men in Fortuna pepper spray case plead no contest to reduced charges - Times-Standard
Gregory Stephens and Wyatt Williamson had faced a number of felony charges including: first degree burglary, attempted kidnapping, two felony counts of false imprisonment by violence, and two misdemeanor counts of false imprisonment by violence.
Stephens pleaded no contest to a single felony charge of use of tear gas or a tear gas weapon for purposes other than self-defense. He faces a maximum sentence of three years in jail and up to five years probation. He's scheduled to be sentenced May 30.
Williamson pleaded no contest to a single count of misdemeanor false imprisonment, and was immediately sentenced to three years probation and 10 days in jail. He was credited for one day served. He is scheduled to turn himself over to the jail on May 11.
The single charge of first degree burglary against Loleta dairyman James O'Neil was dismissed.
Tuesday, April 09, 2013
Rumors and confirmation?
◼ Arnie Klein for next District Attorney? - John Chiv
It would not surprise me to see 5 or 6 running. Everyone knows how bad it is. On the other hand, you could see no one running, because what's the point? And who wants to tackle the enormous task of rebuilding?
Then there's the rumor that Salzman thinks he's going to turn Paul into the next Kamala Harris. Careful, don't be drinking coffee at the computer while you contemplate THAT.
It would not surprise me to see 5 or 6 running. Everyone knows how bad it is. On the other hand, you could see no one running, because what's the point? And who wants to tackle the enormous task of rebuilding?
Then there's the rumor that Salzman thinks he's going to turn Paul into the next Kamala Harris. Careful, don't be drinking coffee at the computer while you contemplate THAT.
Monday, April 08, 2013
Humboldt County public defender to represent man accused of killing jogger, Hoopa woman; Warren could face the death penalty
3/4/2015 UPDATE - The case goes to trial. New DA Maggie Fleming prosecutes Jason Warren homicide. ◼ I made it to the courtroom just as the next court date of March 18 was being called and to see that DA Maggie Fleming was prosecuting the case. - John Chiv/Words Worth
◼ Humboldt County public defender to represent man accused of killing jogger, Hoopa woman; Warren could face the death penalty - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
A Humboldt County public defender was assigned Wednesday to represent Jason Anthony Warren, who is accused of purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- and the death of a Hoopa woman.
During Wednesday's counsel setting conference, Superior Court Judge Dale Reinholtsen assigned public defender Kevin Robinson to the case.
At his March 28 arraignment, Warren pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He also denied special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture. The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces, if convicted, from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case -- has not said whether he will seek the death penalty.
Following the March 28 arraignment, Reinholtsen granted a gag order requested on Warren's behalf.
◼ Letter regarding Gag Order/Protective Order, from Public Defender's Office - Arcata Eye
◼ Warren pleads not guilty to deaths of Humboldt State University instructor, Hoopa woman; judge grants gag order prohibiting attorneys, law enforcement from discussing case - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ The man accused of killing a Hoopa woman and then later purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- has been charged with two counts of murder - Grant Scott-Goforth and Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ In the face of death: Special allegations change how a defendant should be represented - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ CHP to DA: Jogger’s Death Was Murder - Heidi Walters/The Journal
◼ CHP requesting murder, attempted murder, animal cruelty charges in hit-and-run deaths - From the CHP via Times Standard
◼ CHP Recommends Murder Charge In Seeman Death - Arcata Eye
◼ District attorney's office opposing Cruz waivers following hit-and-run, homicide case; Experts: Move could harm ability to get pleas - Grant Scott-Goforth/The Times-Standard
◼ Who is Jason Anthony Warren? - Two Rivers Tribune
◼ Hit-and-Run/Hoopa Homicide “Person of Interest” in Custody - Andrew Goff/The Journal
◼ Murder, hit and run 'person of interest' Jason Warren is in custody on warrant - Times-Standard
◼ Suspect Identified In Hit-And-Run & Hoopa Crimes - Humboldt Sentinel
◼ Woman Found Dead In Hoopa - Andrew Goff/The Journal 9/27
◼ Car plows into 3 joggers, kills Bayside woman - Carrie Peyton Dahlberg.The Journal
◼ A morning jog turns tragic; one woman killed, two others hospitalized in hit and run - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard 09/28/2012
◼ Seemann, Hunt and Vroman-Little: Three women shared a love for running - The Times-Standard 09/29/2012
◼ CHP: Person of interest ID'd in hit-and-run death; memorial service for Suzanne Seemann set for Saturday - Grant Scott-Goforth/The Times-Standard 10/02/2012
◼ Three Joggers Down/Coroner Called/Accident in North Eureka - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ CHP Investigation Turns Up Dead Body in Hoopa. Connection to This Morning’s Fatal Bayside Hit-and-Run? - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
Three Joggers Down/Coroner Called/Accident in North Eureka
◼ Arrest Made in Hoopa Suspicious Death — No Word on Connection to Yesterday’s Bayside Tragedy - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Sheriff Dept. Releases Name of Suspicious Death in Hoopa—Calls It Homicide - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost 9/28
◼ Businesses To Support Bayside Hit & Run Victims and Families - Mike Dronkers/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Sheriff’s Office Names ‘Person of Interest’ in Hoopa/Bayside Cases - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Person Of Interest In Custody For Jogger Collision - Arcata Eye 10/12/12
◼ Person of Interest Named in Hoopa Homicide and Fatal Hit and Run - Two Rivers Tribune
◼ Humboldt County public defender to represent man accused of killing jogger, Hoopa woman; Warren could face the death penalty - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
A Humboldt County public defender was assigned Wednesday to represent Jason Anthony Warren, who is accused of purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- and the death of a Hoopa woman.
During Wednesday's counsel setting conference, Superior Court Judge Dale Reinholtsen assigned public defender Kevin Robinson to the case.
At his March 28 arraignment, Warren pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He also denied special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture. The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces, if convicted, from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case -- has not said whether he will seek the death penalty.
Following the March 28 arraignment, Reinholtsen granted a gag order requested on Warren's behalf.
◼ Letter regarding Gag Order/Protective Order, from Public Defender's Office - Arcata Eye
◼ Warren pleads not guilty to deaths of Humboldt State University instructor, Hoopa woman; judge grants gag order prohibiting attorneys, law enforcement from discussing case - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ The man accused of killing a Hoopa woman and then later purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- has been charged with two counts of murder - Grant Scott-Goforth and Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ In the face of death: Special allegations change how a defendant should be represented - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
◼ CHP to DA: Jogger’s Death Was Murder - Heidi Walters/The Journal
◼ CHP requesting murder, attempted murder, animal cruelty charges in hit-and-run deaths - From the CHP via Times Standard
◼ CHP Recommends Murder Charge In Seeman Death - Arcata Eye
◼ District attorney's office opposing Cruz waivers following hit-and-run, homicide case; Experts: Move could harm ability to get pleas - Grant Scott-Goforth/The Times-Standard
◼ Who is Jason Anthony Warren? - Two Rivers Tribune
◼ Hit-and-Run/Hoopa Homicide “Person of Interest” in Custody - Andrew Goff/The Journal
◼ Murder, hit and run 'person of interest' Jason Warren is in custody on warrant - Times-Standard
◼ Suspect Identified In Hit-And-Run & Hoopa Crimes - Humboldt Sentinel
◼ Woman Found Dead In Hoopa - Andrew Goff/The Journal 9/27
◼ Car plows into 3 joggers, kills Bayside woman - Carrie Peyton Dahlberg.The Journal
◼ A morning jog turns tragic; one woman killed, two others hospitalized in hit and run - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard 09/28/2012
◼ Seemann, Hunt and Vroman-Little: Three women shared a love for running - The Times-Standard 09/29/2012
◼ CHP: Person of interest ID'd in hit-and-run death; memorial service for Suzanne Seemann set for Saturday - Grant Scott-Goforth/The Times-Standard 10/02/2012
◼ Three Joggers Down/Coroner Called/Accident in North Eureka - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ CHP Investigation Turns Up Dead Body in Hoopa. Connection to This Morning’s Fatal Bayside Hit-and-Run? - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
Three Joggers Down/Coroner Called/Accident in North Eureka
◼ Arrest Made in Hoopa Suspicious Death — No Word on Connection to Yesterday’s Bayside Tragedy - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Sheriff Dept. Releases Name of Suspicious Death in Hoopa—Calls It Homicide - Kym Kemp/Lost Coast Outpost 9/28
◼ Businesses To Support Bayside Hit & Run Victims and Families - Mike Dronkers/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Sheriff’s Office Names ‘Person of Interest’ in Hoopa/Bayside Cases - Hank Sims/Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Person Of Interest In Custody For Jogger Collision - Arcata Eye 10/12/12
◼ Person of Interest Named in Hoopa Homicide and Fatal Hit and Run - Two Rivers Tribune
DA Press Release
◼ Former Hoopa school district employee found guilty of sexual abuse, lewd contact with children - Times-Standard
The following is from a Humboldt County District Attorney's Office press release:
On 4/8/2013 a Humboldt County jury returned guilty verdicts today against Joseph Saint Orozco for having lewd and lascivious contact against three separate minors. Two counts of violating Penal Code Section 288(a) and one count of violating Penal Code Section 288.5(a), continuance sexual abuse of a minor. All three victims were under the age of eleven (11) when they were abused. He will be sentenced May 2, 2013 at 2pm by the Honorable Judge Christopher Wilson.
Orozco worked for the Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified School District. He was assigned to work in the afterschool program at the Hoopa Elementary School. It was at this program that Orozco offended against these children.
An investigation was launched after one of the children reported to her parents that what Orozco had done to her. She had helped Orozco distribute some papers in the teacher's lounge and when she finished he gave her money for the vending machine.
When she returned from the vending machine he asked the child for a hug and then put his fingers down the front of her shirt. She was able to get away from Orozco and as she did he commented to her, “Don't be shy.” She told her parents about the incident which led to her and other children being interviewed via a forensic interview at the Child Abuse Services Team (CAST) office. The interviews revealed other victims.
Search warrants obtained as a part of this investigation revealed Orozco had a large amount of child pornography as well. Much of which depicted children of similar age to the children he molested.
”The courage of all of these children to testify about the abuse they endured by Orozco cannot be overstated. Orozco was in a position of trust and had easy access to the children he victimized while working with an afterschool program.” Paul Gallegos, District Attorney.
This case was investigated by the Hoopa Valley Tribal Police with assistance from the District Attorney's Office and was prosecuted by Paul Gallegos.
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We'll put this in the 'GBP' file.
The following is from a Humboldt County District Attorney's Office press release:
On 4/8/2013 a Humboldt County jury returned guilty verdicts today against Joseph Saint Orozco for having lewd and lascivious contact against three separate minors. Two counts of violating Penal Code Section 288(a) and one count of violating Penal Code Section 288.5(a), continuance sexual abuse of a minor. All three victims were under the age of eleven (11) when they were abused. He will be sentenced May 2, 2013 at 2pm by the Honorable Judge Christopher Wilson.
Orozco worked for the Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified School District. He was assigned to work in the afterschool program at the Hoopa Elementary School. It was at this program that Orozco offended against these children.
An investigation was launched after one of the children reported to her parents that what Orozco had done to her. She had helped Orozco distribute some papers in the teacher's lounge and when she finished he gave her money for the vending machine.
When she returned from the vending machine he asked the child for a hug and then put his fingers down the front of her shirt. She was able to get away from Orozco and as she did he commented to her, “Don't be shy.” She told her parents about the incident which led to her and other children being interviewed via a forensic interview at the Child Abuse Services Team (CAST) office. The interviews revealed other victims.
Search warrants obtained as a part of this investigation revealed Orozco had a large amount of child pornography as well. Much of which depicted children of similar age to the children he molested.
”The courage of all of these children to testify about the abuse they endured by Orozco cannot be overstated. Orozco was in a position of trust and had easy access to the children he victimized while working with an afterschool program.” Paul Gallegos, District Attorney.
This case was investigated by the Hoopa Valley Tribal Police with assistance from the District Attorney's Office and was prosecuted by Paul Gallegos.
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We'll put this in the 'GBP' file.
Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Friday, March 29, 2013
Interesting piece on HumCPR
◼ HumCPR Rising: How Lee Ulansey and his corporation moved from advocacy into county government - Ryan Burns/the Journal
Funny how there was never any teeth-gnashing about Lovelace's crew marching in lockstep - and, the push to make the BOS, in one day, with virtually no notice, and little public input, strip every property owner of their rights, collateral damage in the zeal to kill Palco.
And, btw - there's a comment at the Journal site by 'Rose' - a nasty comment directed at Steven Lewis. It's not me, but I bet I could tag who it is. And it's pretty childish to keep using my name.
Funny how there was never any teeth-gnashing about Lovelace's crew marching in lockstep - and, the push to make the BOS, in one day, with virtually no notice, and little public input, strip every property owner of their rights, collateral damage in the zeal to kill Palco.
And, btw - there's a comment at the Journal site by 'Rose' - a nasty comment directed at Steven Lewis. It's not me, but I bet I could tag who it is. And it's pretty childish to keep using my name.
Warren pleads not guilty to deaths of Humboldt State University instructor, Hoopa woman; judge grants gag order prohibiting attorneys, law enforcement from discussing case
◼ Warren pleads not guilty to deaths of Humboldt State University instructor, Hoopa woman; judge grants gag order prohibiting attorneys, law enforcement from discussing case - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
The man accused of purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- and the death of a Hoopa woman, pleaded not guilty Thursday to two counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He also denied special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture.
(Jason Anthony) Warren, clad in an orange jail jumpsuit with his hands shackled in front of him, appeared to listen without emotion as Superior Court Judge Dale Reinholtsen read the charges against him. He spent most of the short hearing staring straight ahead or looking down, except when answering the judge's questions.
The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces, if convicted, from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case against Warren -- was not at Thursday's arraignment. He said last week that he has not decided whether he will seek the death penalty.
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Not at the arraignment? On the most important case he has on his plate? A potential death-penalty case?
It will be interesting to see if he does push for the death penalty - the weasel words are already showing up in his statements. He does love gag orders.
The man accused of purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- and the death of a Hoopa woman, pleaded not guilty Thursday to two counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He also denied special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture.
(Jason Anthony) Warren, clad in an orange jail jumpsuit with his hands shackled in front of him, appeared to listen without emotion as Superior Court Judge Dale Reinholtsen read the charges against him. He spent most of the short hearing staring straight ahead or looking down, except when answering the judge's questions.
The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces, if convicted, from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case against Warren -- was not at Thursday's arraignment. He said last week that he has not decided whether he will seek the death penalty.
Not at the arraignment? On the most important case he has on his plate? A potential death-penalty case?
It will be interesting to see if he does push for the death penalty - the weasel words are already showing up in his statements. He does love gag orders.
”Property crime has gone up 32 percent, burglaries inside buildings are up 119 percent, vehicle burglaries are up 20 percent, and auto theft is up 61 percent -- these are shocking numbers”
◼ Spike in crime; local law enforcement looks to close communication gaps in Humboldt County - Cora Vay/The Times-Standard
Local law enforcement are looking at using a nearly $123,000 grant to combat a spike in burglaries and property crimes by purchasing software that would allow officers and deputies in different parts of Humboldt County to share information about criminal activity and wanted suspects.
Since the rollout of Gov. Jerry Brown's prison realignment plan in 2011, jail officials have been shouldering the responsibility of holding serious criminals for longer periods of time instead of sending them to state prison. With fewer beds available, a larger number of offenders have been released from jail and into programs like post-release supervision.
”Property crime has gone up 32 percent, burglaries inside buildings are up 119 percent, vehicle burglaries are up 20 percent, and auto theft is up 61 percent -- these are shocking numbers,” Arcata Police Chief Tom Chapman said.
Officials will begin to evaluate the feasibility of using data-sharing software to store all police activity and expand access to information by different jurisdictions, Chapman said.
”We all, essentially, are on our own records and management system. If the sheriff is investigating a series of thefts happening outside the city, we wouldn't know about it,” Chapman said. “There is certainly some communication, but not enough. With data sharing, we can connect dots we weren't able to before.”
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No grant in the world is going to help you when criminals know nothing is going to happen to them. Your car burgled? You're mailed a form to fill out. Say the drug dealer gets busted, endures a couple days in jail and he's back out - they know, no one is going to do anything. Cops know, there's no point in even busting 'em, and, in many cases, in even arresting them.
Crime stats come up during the elections, and reporters have allowed Gallegos to skate on his responsibility. Now it's worse, because the craven legislators are looking to brush off state responsibilities.
It's past the point of being fixable. Grants make nice press, but it's the least efficient use of money, pennies on the dollar after it passes through the state middlemen. What a tragedy.
Local law enforcement are looking at using a nearly $123,000 grant to combat a spike in burglaries and property crimes by purchasing software that would allow officers and deputies in different parts of Humboldt County to share information about criminal activity and wanted suspects.
Since the rollout of Gov. Jerry Brown's prison realignment plan in 2011, jail officials have been shouldering the responsibility of holding serious criminals for longer periods of time instead of sending them to state prison. With fewer beds available, a larger number of offenders have been released from jail and into programs like post-release supervision.
”Property crime has gone up 32 percent, burglaries inside buildings are up 119 percent, vehicle burglaries are up 20 percent, and auto theft is up 61 percent -- these are shocking numbers,” Arcata Police Chief Tom Chapman said.
Officials will begin to evaluate the feasibility of using data-sharing software to store all police activity and expand access to information by different jurisdictions, Chapman said.
”We all, essentially, are on our own records and management system. If the sheriff is investigating a series of thefts happening outside the city, we wouldn't know about it,” Chapman said. “There is certainly some communication, but not enough. With data sharing, we can connect dots we weren't able to before.”
No grant in the world is going to help you when criminals know nothing is going to happen to them. Your car burgled? You're mailed a form to fill out. Say the drug dealer gets busted, endures a couple days in jail and he's back out - they know, no one is going to do anything. Cops know, there's no point in even busting 'em, and, in many cases, in even arresting them.
Crime stats come up during the elections, and reporters have allowed Gallegos to skate on his responsibility. Now it's worse, because the craven legislators are looking to brush off state responsibilities.
It's past the point of being fixable. Grants make nice press, but it's the least efficient use of money, pennies on the dollar after it passes through the state middlemen. What a tragedy.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Warren charged with murder; deaths of HSU instructor, Hoopa woman, may bring death penalty
◼ The man accused of killing a Hoopa woman and then later purposely running down three joggers on Old Arcata Road -- killing a Humboldt State University instructor and severely injuring two others -- has been charged with two counts of murder - Grant Scott-Goforth and Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
The District Attorney's Office complaint filed against Jason Anthony Warren, 28, includes special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture. Warren faces an additional two counts of willful, deliberate premeditated attempted murder.
The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces -- if convicted -- from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case -- said he has not decided whether to seek the death penalty.
”That's a decision that will be made at a later time,” he said. “Certainly, we've spoken with family members and we will continue to have dialogue with them. Penalty is a matter that will be looked at more thoroughly as we progress.”
...Gallegos said the decision on whether to seek the death penalty requires more discussion and reflection.
”The taking of a human life is a profound act -- whether it's deliberative or compulsive,” he said. “I have been raised a Christian -- I take that belief.”
Gallegos said several factors need to be weighed: the desires of the families, the likelihood of a jury reaching a death verdict, and the facts associated with the defendant's life and “whether justice will only be met with another death.”
While his office has time to consider the penalty, Gallegos said he will be open about the decision when it's made.
”If it's something we're gonna seek, I prefer to let the defendant know and move forward at that time,” he said. “The decision should not and will not be gone into impetuously. It will be reasoned. In this business, we say the struggle is to remain compassionate without becoming sentimental. I guess that encapsulates it. We have to be realistic, compassionate to both parties.”
◼ In the face of death: Special allegations change how a defendant should be represented - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
The District Attorney's Office complaint filed against Jason Anthony Warren, 28, includes special circumstance allegations of multiple murders, lying in wait and torture. Warren faces an additional two counts of willful, deliberate premeditated attempted murder.
The special circumstance allegations elevate the maximum sentence Warren faces -- if convicted -- from life in prison to life without the possibility of parole and the death penalty.
District Attorney Paul Gallegos -- who will be prosecuting the case -- said he has not decided whether to seek the death penalty.
”That's a decision that will be made at a later time,” he said. “Certainly, we've spoken with family members and we will continue to have dialogue with them. Penalty is a matter that will be looked at more thoroughly as we progress.”
...Gallegos said the decision on whether to seek the death penalty requires more discussion and reflection.
”The taking of a human life is a profound act -- whether it's deliberative or compulsive,” he said. “I have been raised a Christian -- I take that belief.”
Gallegos said several factors need to be weighed: the desires of the families, the likelihood of a jury reaching a death verdict, and the facts associated with the defendant's life and “whether justice will only be met with another death.”
While his office has time to consider the penalty, Gallegos said he will be open about the decision when it's made.
”If it's something we're gonna seek, I prefer to let the defendant know and move forward at that time,” he said. “The decision should not and will not be gone into impetuously. It will be reasoned. In this business, we say the struggle is to remain compassionate without becoming sentimental. I guess that encapsulates it. We have to be realistic, compassionate to both parties.”
◼ In the face of death: Special allegations change how a defendant should be represented - Kaci Poor/The Times-Standard
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
What Mark hath wrought
What Mark Lovelace set in motion all those years ago has now come full circle - and irony of him now sitting on the Board of Supervisors to witness the fruit of his machinations - and for him to bemoan someone as being 'divisive' and 'having an agenda' is truly amazing to behold.
On that fateful day, with virtually no notice, the Board of Supervisors voted to strip every citizen's property rights. Egged on by Lovelace (the anti-Palco activist, not yet a Supervisor), and his astroturfing cadre of speakers, lined up with their 3-minute share of the talking points, lauding the Board for their 'courage' in trying to slam the door on Pacific Lumber Company yet again, the Board's decision had far reaching effects, and woke the mythical sleeping giant.
The end result - a coming together of a very diverse group of people, landowners, people who cared about their property rights. Southern Humboldters, old folks, hipsters, back-to-the-landers, builders, and more. Their vow? Never again. Recognition that vigilance is the price of freedom, and Lovelace's reign came to an end.
His vision was well on its way to taking over. Now, the nail is in its coffin.
I'd say "May It Rest In Peace" but that would be too kind.
Lee Ulansey emerged as an articulate, forceful, and determined spokesman, championing the rights of all the property owners in the county. He's now been through the fire, vilified at every turn by the "progressive" machine. Like anyone who stands against them, he's been accused of being paid for, being in collusion, and more. They've never known what to make of someone like him.
Congratulations, Lee. And, to the new Board who made the decision.
Give Faust a run for his money.
And, let's hope that what the Board did, way back in 2007, never happens again.
◼ Ulansey Appointed to Planning Commission - Northcoast Journal
◼ Ulansey Gets Supes’ Planning Commission Appointment, Immediately Delivers Lovelace Dis - Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Ulansey named planning commissioner - Times-Standard
On that fateful day, with virtually no notice, the Board of Supervisors voted to strip every citizen's property rights. Egged on by Lovelace (the anti-Palco activist, not yet a Supervisor), and his astroturfing cadre of speakers, lined up with their 3-minute share of the talking points, lauding the Board for their 'courage' in trying to slam the door on Pacific Lumber Company yet again, the Board's decision had far reaching effects, and woke the mythical sleeping giant.
The end result - a coming together of a very diverse group of people, landowners, people who cared about their property rights. Southern Humboldters, old folks, hipsters, back-to-the-landers, builders, and more. Their vow? Never again. Recognition that vigilance is the price of freedom, and Lovelace's reign came to an end.
His vision was well on its way to taking over. Now, the nail is in its coffin.
I'd say "May It Rest In Peace" but that would be too kind.
Lee Ulansey emerged as an articulate, forceful, and determined spokesman, championing the rights of all the property owners in the county. He's now been through the fire, vilified at every turn by the "progressive" machine. Like anyone who stands against them, he's been accused of being paid for, being in collusion, and more. They've never known what to make of someone like him.
Congratulations, Lee. And, to the new Board who made the decision.
Give Faust a run for his money.
And, let's hope that what the Board did, way back in 2007, never happens again.
◼ Ulansey Appointed to Planning Commission - Northcoast Journal
◼ Ulansey Gets Supes’ Planning Commission Appointment, Immediately Delivers Lovelace Dis - Lost Coast Outpost
◼ Ulansey named planning commissioner - Times-Standard
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Because nothing says "Kennedy clout" like chaining yourself to the White House fence.
Because nothing says "Kennedy clout" like chaining yourself to the White House fence.
— RB (@RBPundit) February 13, 2013
◼ Pete Nichols at White House Direct Action Protest - Lost Coast Outpost
Thursday, February 07, 2013
Ferndale bank robbery case submitted to DA's office
◼ Ferndale bank robbery case submitted to DA's office - Lorna Rodriguez/The Times-Standard
The Ferndale Police Department has submitted a January bank robbery case to the Humboldt County District Attorney's Office, and local officials are waiting to learn if federal charges can be filed against the suspects.
On Jan. 27, Wilits residents Larry Daniel Rodriguez, 39, and Sylvester Loren Vansickle, 56, were arrested on suspicion of breaking into the US Bank on Ocean Avenue in Ferndale.
Ferndale Police are investigating whether the men are connected to other bank robberies throughout the state.
'We're looking to see if there's any similarities between a couple unsolved ones in Mendocino County and one in Lake County,” Smith said....
The Ferndale Police Department has submitted a January bank robbery case to the Humboldt County District Attorney's Office, and local officials are waiting to learn if federal charges can be filed against the suspects.
On Jan. 27, Wilits residents Larry Daniel Rodriguez, 39, and Sylvester Loren Vansickle, 56, were arrested on suspicion of breaking into the US Bank on Ocean Avenue in Ferndale.
Ferndale Police are investigating whether the men are connected to other bank robberies throughout the state.
'We're looking to see if there's any similarities between a couple unsolved ones in Mendocino County and one in Lake County,” Smith said....
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