As we step into September, I’m grateful for the momentum and community spirit that continues to shape the Cameron Park Community Services District. Recent Board of Directors meetings have highlighted the steady progress we have made across our parks, facilities, and recreation programs — from ongoing maintenance and capital improvements to strong participation in summer activities and early excitement for our fall offerings.

Our teams have been hard at work preparing for the season ahead, ensuring our parks remain safe and welcoming, our programs stay innovative, and our services reflect the needs of Cameron Park residents. We’re also continuing to strengthen our long‑term planning efforts, focusing on responsible stewardship of district resources and thoughtful investment in the amenities our community relies on.

Thank you for your continued support, involvement, and enthusiasm. Whether you’re joining a new class, enjoying our parks, or participating in upcoming community events, we’re proud to serve you and look forward to a vibrant fall season together.

-Mark

September is rolling in with community spirit, cooler evenings, and a full lineup of ways to get involved at the Cameron Park CSD. Here’s what’s happening this month:

• Last Splash of Summer – September 7:  Celebrate the end of an unforgettable swim season with our Last Splash of Summer party! Bring your floaties, your best cannonball, and your whole crew for one final day of poolside fun before fall officially arrives.
• Trucks & Tunes – September 11: Join us at Cameron Park Lake from 5:00–9:00 PM for live music, great food, and a relaxed evening by the water. Bring your friends, grab dinner from local food trucks, and enjoy a night that celebrates everything we love about Cameron Park.
• Fall Community Clean‑Up Day - October 3:  (Save the Date!) Mark your calendar for our annual Fall Community Clean‑Up Day. Clear out yard waste, bulky items, and garage clutter with help from the CSD and our partners. It’s a great way to tidy up before the holiday season and keep Cameron Park looking its best.
• Blue Suede Evening - October 10: This event, hosted by the Cameron Park Community Foundation, promises to be a rockin’ night of fun with live music, great food, and an unforgettable Elvis‑inspired performance that brings the community together for a lively evening at the Community  Center.
• New Fall Programs & Classes: Our Fall/Winter Activity Guide is packed with new offerings — from dance and fitness to youth enrichment, cooking, martial arts, and more. Many classes begin in September, so now’s the perfect time to explore what’s new and get registered.

September brings cooler evenings and a renewed sense of community. Whether you’re joining a class, attending an event, or enjoying our parks, we’re excited to welcome you into a season full of connection, creativity, and local pride.

Calendar of Events & Meetings 

Recreation Highlights – New Fall Programs & Community Fun

Fall is bringing a fresh wave of creativity, movement, and community spirit to the CSD! Our recreation team has been busy expanding offerings for all ages, and we’re excited to introduce several brand‑new programs launching this season:

Brazilian Samba Dance Feel the rhythm and bring the energy in this vibrant new dance class! Samba is fun, expressive, and perfect for anyone looking to try something new.

Kids Hip Hop Dance Our new Theory Dance Kids Hip Hop classes are here! High‑energy, confidence‑boosting, and a great way for kids to move, groove, and shine.

Ballet for All Ages We’re thrilled to welcome West Coast Dance Arts with new ballet classes for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Whether you’re stepping into ballet for the first time or returning to the barre, there’s a class for you.

Kids Cooking Class – Cooking with Love Young chefs will learn kitchen skills, food safety, and create delicious dishes in this hands‑on culinary program. A material fee is paid directly to the instructor.

Kids Art Class – Paint Party Pals A colorful, creative new art class where kids explore painting techniques and bring home their own masterpieces. A small material fee applies.

Film Makers Lab Spark creativity and learn the art of storytelling through hands‑on movie‑making fun.

Meditation – The Healing Hour Find calm, clarity, and balance in this new guided meditation program designed to help participants unwind and reset.

The Great Trunk or Treat – Call for Trunkers!

Our biggest Halloween tradition returns on October 16! We’re looking for creative, festive, and fun‑loving community members to host decorated trunks and help make this year’s Trunk or Treat unforgettable. If you love costumes, candy, and community fun, we’d love to have you join us as a Trunker.

Christmas Craft Faire – Vendor Applications Now Open

The holiday season is just around the corner, and we’re now accepting vendor applications for the 2026 Christmas Craft Faire. All items must be handmade, and spaces fill quickly — apply early to secure your booth and be part of this festive community marketplace.

The Cameron Park Community Foundation continues to make a meaningful impact across our parks, programs, and community events. As a nonprofit partner to the CSD, the Foundation helps expand recreation opportunities, supports youth scholarships, and raises funds for projects that enhance the quality of life in Cameron Park. Their work is powered entirely by volunteers who are dedicated to strengthening our community.

This fall, the Foundation is thrilled to bring back two beloved events:

Trucks & Tunes – September 11, 5PM: A community favorite returns to Cameron Park Lake! Enjoy an evening of live music featuring opening act Bobby Dickson and headliner B‑Side Band, plus a delicious lineup of local food trucks — Valenz Tacos, Cousins Maine Lobster, and Dream Burger — with sweet treats from Uber’s Sweet Treats. All proceeds support ongoing efforts to enhance and revitalize Cameron Park Lake. This is a donation only event.

Blue Suede Evening – October 10, 5:30PM: Get ready for a festive night of music and nostalgia with Elvis impersonator Rob Ely. This dinner‑and‑show fundraiser helps the Foundation continue its mission of supporting recreation programs, community projects, and local families. 

The Cameron Park Community Foundation plays a vital role in keeping our community vibrant, connected, and thriving. We’re grateful for their dedication and excited to celebrate these upcoming events together.

Current Openings:

• Maintenance Worker I -- Cameron Park CSD is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Worker I to join our year‑round operations team. This role is essential to keeping our parks, facilities, and community spaces safe, clean, and welcoming — and we’re seeking someone who takes pride in hands‑on work that directly supports our residents. Because our parks and facilities are active seven days a week, we especially value candidates with evening and weekend availability. From supporting special events to ensuring our parks are ready for early‑morning visitors, flexible scheduling helps us maintain the high standard of service our community expects.  If you enjoy an active job, have a strong work ethic, and want to be part of a team that keeps Cameron Park thriving, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join us and help care for the spaces where our community gathers, plays, and connects.
• Lifeguards -- Cameron Park CSD is hiring year‑round lifeguards, and we’re looking for reliable, safety‑minded team members who can support our community outside of traditional school hours. With a year‑round pool, lifeguards play a crucial role in keeping our aquatics programs running smoothly.If you enjoy working with people, value teamwork, and want a flexible position that supports community wellness, this is a great opportunity. Evening, weekend, and off‑season availability is especially important as we continue offering consistent aquatic programming throughout the year. 

Open Employment Opportunities

Fall is one of our busiest and most exciting seasons at the CSD, and we couldn’t do it without the incredible volunteers who bring our events to life. If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved, meet neighbors, or make a meaningful impact, now is the perfect time to jump in.

The Great Trunk or Treat – October 16 We’re looking for fun, creative, candy‑loving community members to host decorated trunks and help make this year’s Trunk or Treat unforgettable. Trunkers are the heart of this event — your creativity and spirit make the magic happen.

Fall Community Clean‑Up Day – October 3 Join us in keeping Cameron Park beautiful! Volunteers help direct traffic, assist residents, and support our partners as the community clears out yard waste, bulky items, and household clutter. It’s a rewarding way to give back and keep our neighborhoods looking their best.

Community Foundation Events The Cameron Park Community Foundation is gearing up for a season of connection and celebration, including Trucks & Tunes and the upcoming Blue Suede Evening. As a volunteer‑run nonprofit supporting scholarships, community projects, and local events, the Foundation relies on helping hands to keep these beloved traditions thriving.

Whether you can give an hour, an afternoon, or a full event, your time makes a real difference.  We invite you to explore our volunteer opportunities and submit an application. Together, we can continue building a vibrant, active, and connected Cameron Park.

Cameron Park CSD and Supporting Departments – Understanding Who Does What

Dear Cameron Park Residents,

To better support our community, it’s important to understand the different agencies and departments that serve Cameron Park. Our CSD Office, CC&R Department, and Wildfire Mitigation team have recently experienced a high volume of calls and concerns that fall outside our jurisdiction. The information below will help guide you to the correct agency for your specific needs.

CC&R Department – Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions

CC&Rs apply only to homes located within a CC&R neighborhood. These governing documents outline neighborhood standards and were provided to homeowners during the purchase process. CC&Rs are owned by the residents of each neighborhood and can only be amended through a majority vote of those homeowners.

The CSD assists with CC&R compliance; however, enforcement between neighbors is ultimately a civil matter. CC&Rs help maintain neighborhood appearance and property values by outlining requirements for landscaping, exterior maintenance, parking, and more.

Please note: The CSD does not have CC&R authority within HOA neighborhoods.

Homeowner Associations (HOAs)

HOA communities operate independently from the Cameron Park CSD. Each HOA has its own governing board, rules, and enforcement processes. If you live in an HOA, all concerns, complaints, and project requests must be directed to your HOA management.

HOA residents pay dues to their association and do not pay into CSD CC&R services.

El Dorado County Animal Control

Animal Control manages issues related to pets and livestock within Cameron Park. Key responsibilities include:

• Enforcement of illegal livestock (roosters, peacocks, guinea hens, goats, sheep, etc.)
• Barking dog complaints
• Animal welfare and safety concerns

To file a complaint, please visit the El Dorado County Animal Control website.

Regarding chickens: Chickens are not permitted in CC&R neighborhoods, with the exception of one small area on the outskirts of Cameron Park. El Dorado County does not enforce CC&R chicken restrictions; these remain a neighbor‑to‑neighbor civil matter.

Wildfire Mitigation Coordinator

Our Wildfire Mitigation Coordinator oversees weed and rubbish abatement on undeveloped properties during fire season and conducts defensible space inspections required for real estate transactions in High and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

For vegetation, fire hazard concerns, or defensible space questions, please contact this department directly. You may also access the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Viewer to locate your severity zone.

Thank You for Your Partnership

We encourage residents to review these departments and their responsibilities to help ensure concerns are directed to the appropriate agency. A list of outside agency contacts is available on our website under the CC&R tab.

Please share this information with your neighbors, and look for more helpful guidance in next month’s newsletter as we continue highlighting additional agencies that support the Cameron Park community.

Warm regards, Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions Department