As we move deeper into summer, I’m pleased to share an update on recent activities at the Cameron Park Community Services District and reflect on the tremendous momentum carrying us into July.

We finished up June with a bang and another successful 25th Summer Spectacular event, which brought thousands of residents and visitors together for an evening of celebration, music, and fireworks.  I’m proud of the CSD Team that showed exceptional coordination across departments—parks and facilities, recreation, fire, and administration—along with the dedication of our amazing volunteers and community partners.  I also want to give a very special thanks to airshow pilots Julie Clark, Chuck Wahl, and Mike Brewer who put on an incredible show. The positive feedback we’ve received underscores how meaningful this tradition is for Cameron Park and how effectively our teams delivered a safe, welcoming, and memorable experience.

Our teams across the District have been hard at work supporting a busy season of recreation, facility improvements, and community engagement. Summer programs continue to grow, with strong participation in aquatics and youth camps, and staff are preparing for fall and winter programming. At the Community Center, the Rec Refresh concession stand is providing additional amenities to help us better serve residents throughout the week.  If you haven’t been to the Farmer’s Market at the Community Center on Friday mornings yet, you are missing out on the best locally grown fruit and vegetables, as well as local artisans and baked goods.

Across our parks and facilities, crews remain focused on high‑priority maintenance, safety improvements, and finishing up weed abatement activities. At Cameron Park Lake, summer visitation continues to rise, and staff are actively managing seasonal maintenance, water quality treatments, and visitor services to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.   Their work is essential to keeping our public spaces clean, accessible, and ready for the community during the busiest months of the year.

As always, I’m grateful for the dedication of our staff, the leadership of our Board and the engagement of our residents. Together, we’re continuing to build a vibrant, connected Cameron Park—one program, one event, and one project at a time.

Sincerely,

Mark

CANNONBALL CINEMAS AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER POOL

The CSD is excited for the Cannonball Cinemas at the Community Center Pool for two more family friendly movies this summer! Our first Cannonball Cinema of the year was a great success and we're looking forward to the next two dates: 

• July 10 - Elio
• July 31 - Ron's Gone Wrong
• Gates open at 7:00 PM for open swim, with the movie beginning at dusk. 
• Admission Options
  • $5/person, or $10/with meal ticket
  • $20/group of 5 (no meal ticket option)
• Meal ticket includes EITHER a hot dog with chips and soda, or chili cheese nachos with a soda.
• Wristbands and meal tickets are available in advance at the Community Center and the Rec Refresh, or at the gate.

AQUATICS HAPPENINGS

•  Swim Lessons are in full swing, with sessions continuing through the week of July 27th. Sessions open week by week - as one session closes, another will open, as follows:
  • Session 4:  7/6 - 7/9, registration opened as of 6/19/26
  • Session 5:  7/13 - 7/16, registration opened as of 6/27/26
  • Session 6:  7/20 - 7/23, registration opens on 7/11/26
  • Session 7:  7/27 - 7/30, registration opens on 7/18/26
• Recreation Swim hours are available online - please check the calendar before making plans as Recreation Swim will not be available on select Saturdays for swim meets and select Fridays for Cannonball Cinemas. Advance registration for Recreation Swim is not available - swimmers will check in at the Rec Refresh before entering the pool area for their wristband.
• Lap Swim hours are being adjusted for the summer swim season. Morning lap swim will run from 5:30AM to 6:30AM, with the addition of Friday mornings. Sunday lap swim hours have been expanded to 7AM to 9AM. Off-season swim will resume in August.

YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS

Our camps are designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and keep kids active all summer long. We are offering a wide variety of camps this year - there is something for everyone!

• Camps continue through the week of July 27th!
• Costs vary by camp, so check our Youth Summer Camps page for your specific camp
  • Jr Lifeguard Camp
  • Jr Recreation Leader Camp
  • Youth Summer Camp
  • DND Camp
  • Magic the Gathering Camp
  • Dream Enrichment Summer Camp
  • Artsy Squirrel Summer Camp
  •  C3 Martial Arts Summer Camp
  • Junior Tennis Camp
  • Youth Sand Volleyball Camp
  • Basketball Camp
  • National Academy of Athletics Sports Camp

July 6th -- CC&R Committee Meeting

July 6th -- Budget & Administration Committee Meeting (6:30PM)

July 7th -- Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting

July 15th -- Board of Directors Meeting

Interested in joining the Board of Directors? Elections are coming up, with three board positions open. More information will be coming so keep your eyes and ears open!

Candidate Quick Reference Calendar 2026.pdf

2026 Board & Committee Meeting Schedule

CPCSD Public Meeting Agendas

If you enjoy a positive and collaborative environment, serving your community, and want to be part of a team that brings programs, parks, and events to life, we’d love to meet you. Explore current openings and discover how you can grow your skills while making Cameron Park an even better place to live, play, and connect.

Current Openings:

• Maintenance Worker I
• Lifeguards

Open Employment Opportunities

Do you have a passion you’re ready to share with the community? We’re looking for enthusiastic instructors to lead youth and adult  classes. If you have a skill that you would like to share, we look forward to hearing from you. We are open to all options, but are actively looking for the following, based on community feedback:

• Cooking classes for youth
• Cooking classes for adults
• Dance classes for youth, particularly ballet
• Dance classes for adults, particularly Zumba and ballroom dance
• Art classes for youth
• Afterschool classes for kids, particularly science or engineering
• Mah Jong instruction
• Water aerobics

If you love teaching, inspiring others, and helping people connect through learning, we’d love to partner with you. Join us in bringing fresh, fun, and engaging programs to Cameron Park!

New Class Proposals

Interested in making a positive impact? The Cameron Park Volunteers in Support Program continues to welcome new volunteers. Your time and energy help make the programs and events that bring our community together possible. To volunteer, a Volunteer Application is required and once received and approved, we can set you up with the opportunities best suited for you.

We are recruiting volunteers for the following events and jobs:

• Architectural Review Committee Member
• CC&R Committee Member
• Concession Stand rehab at the lake 
• Rec Refresh Concessions (Specific Events)
• Rec Refresh Concessions (Daily)

Huge shout-out and thank you to those that volunteered for the Summer Spectacular! We cannot make this event happen without some help from our friends - and our friends showed up with friendly faces and a genuine desire to be of service. The event itself was extra spectacular because of you!

Add me to the Volunteering Opportunities email list!

The Parks & Facilities Department experienced a productive and busy month, highlighted by the successful completion of the 25th Annual Summer Spectacular and continued maintenance and improvement efforts throughout District parks and facilities.  The Parks & Facilities Department continues to focus on maintaining high-quality parks and recreational amenities while addressing infrastructure needs and supporting the community's increased summer recreational activities. Staff remain committed to ongoing improvements and preparing for future events and seasonal demands.

We are all incredibly grateful for an amazing 25th Summer Spectacular 2026! Special thanks to Chelsea Foreman for organizing the event this year. Much gratitude to all District employees and volunteers that stepped up and really supported and gave it their all. This is a huge event that takes all available resources!

Cameron Park Lake

• Completed lake revitalization efforts at Cameron Park Lake, with expectations for improved water quality throughout the summer.
• The Growlersburg Conservation Crew completed weed and brush removal at the Disc Golf Course and did a fabulous job with the cleanup effort the day after the Summer Spectacular.

Community Center

• New classroom chairs have enhanced summer camp programming.
• The swimming pool is experiencing heavy seasonal use.
• The pool heater remains offline pending a rebuild.

District-Wide Maintenance

• Staff continue repairing drinking fountains and irrigation systems throughout the parks.
• Landscape maintenance efforts are ongoing in coordination with Elite Landscaping.

Individual Parks

• David West Park: General landscaping maintenance and cleanup continue.
• Rasmussen Park: Staff is supporting Little League activities, maintaining fields, and addressing irrigation and drainage issues.
• Paul J. Ryan Park: Tree damage cleanup and limbing operations remain underway.
• Eastwood Park: Staff is addressing irrigation and pressure issues affecting turf health and will be aerating and fertilizing the turf.
• Royal Oaks Park: Routine landscaping and cleanup activities continue.
• Meder Road (Eastwood & Northview): Shrub trimming and shaping has been completed.

Happy 250th America!

Cameron Park enjoyed a fantastic event at this year’s Summer Spectacular!

July is here and we are still enjoying great weather. This month also brings reminders of respect for our community and for our neighbors.

Recreational Trips:

As we enjoy our recreational areas this July, please remember to keep your frontage clean and clear while you’re away on holiday.

We need to remember to store our recreational equipment and not have it sitting out in the frontages of our household. This is not a good look for the neighborhood and can make it difficult for neighboring homes that are up for sale.

Our CC&R officer reviews neighborhoods regularly to observe frontage compliance.

The CC&R officer regularly looks for the following items:

·         Trailered items: Boats, house trailers, cargo trailers, car trailers, dump trailers etc. All trailered items are to be stored behind a Cameron park fenceline or off site.

·         Trash and storable items: There should be no unsightly items in your frontage. This includes landscape materials, appliances, trash, and vehicles being repaired.

·         Unapproved ARC projects: Any projects found requiring ARC approval will receive a violation notice. ARC fees are doubled when starting the project prior to receiving your Cameron Park ARC approval. Items that require an El Dorado County permit will be reported to the County.

*Note: Non-operational vehicles need to be stored in your garage or behind the fence line. Cameron Park does not manage abandoned vehicles. Vehicles without current registration tags may be turned into the CHP by your neighbors.

Architectural Review (ARC):

If you are planning on exterior improvements, adjusting fence lines, or installing a structure like a shed, gazebo, or landscape, you need to apply for ARC approval. All exterior improvements or changes to your existing structures require this approval. If you complete a project without ARC approval, you may receive a complaint or violation to correct the project or get your approval at double the review fee. Both will be costly and could result in additional penalties. Applications for your new project are on our website.

ARC & CC&R Committee Volunteers: The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and the Covenants Conditions and Restrictions Committee (CC&R) have 1 opening on each committee. If you would like to serve your community on a regular committee, please check out our website. The volunteer section will provide guidance on how to get involved and apply.

Enjoy your time out with family and friends and please be safe out there.

- Covenants Conditions and Restrictions

The Cameron Park Library has a variety of fun and educational programs scheduled for the month of July. Check them out on the library's July Calendar of Events:

Shingle Springs Community Blood Drive

Wednesday, July 8 from 1:30 pm to 3:45 pm

Located at Shingle Springs Elks Lodge, 3821 Quest Court, Shingle Springs, CA 95682

 Donors will receive a Vitalant donor T-shirt through the Vitalant donor rewards program. Must be opted to the rewards program.

 To schedule an appointment call Vitalant at 877-258-4825 or go to Click here to schedule an appointment

or go to donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM551. Walk-ins are welcome and will be accommodated as space allows.