Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tuolumne County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with high priority
FY 2026-27 road repair and rehabilitation project list
Supervisors want to put roughly $3 million of the budget contingencies toward paving interior neighborhood roads, split among the five districts, with possible sheriff work crews for brushing. Final numbers come back September 22.
Road funding boost and district allocations
The county's gas-tax funded road plan for next year totals about $6.3 million, including roughly $2 million saved up for paving major collectors like Parrott's Ferry, Rawhide, and Phoenix Lake Road. Supervisors noted Tuolumne gets far less back from the gas tax than it generates. The public will get input later on which roads get the big paving money.
Caltrans four-way stop at Highway 49 and Shaw's Flat
Supervisors Griefer and Brandon voiced strong concerns that Caltrans is installing a four-way stop at Highway 49/Shaw's Flat without local input, using a fast-tracked safety process. Supervisors worry about rear-end collisions on the dark, straight stretch and want alternatives like a signal or roundabout explored.
Willow Springs Drive culvert emergency repairs
Two 54-inch culverts on the only road in and out of this Soulsbyville-area community failed, forcing an emergency replacement funded through the road fund with FEMA reimbursement pending. Supervisors pressed for walkable shoulders and a future sidewalk via an active transportation grant.