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UKIAH, Calif. – The Mendocino Family of Companies (Mendocino Forest Products Co., Mendocino Redwood Co., Humboldt Redwood Co. and Allweather Wood) is pleased to support the efforts of Operation Mailbox with a donation of Redwood lumber that will be used to build 50 new mailbox posts that will replace some of the mailboxes lost in the Northern California Firestorm of 2017.
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Chi Council meets Jan. 24
LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Oversight Board of the Former Lakeport Redevelopment Agency will meet on Monday, Jan. 22.
SACRAMENTO – The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) installed its 2018 officers and presented its Rural Leadership Awards at their annual reception in Sacramento yesterday.
Humboldt County Supervisor Rex Bohn was installed as chair, Tuolumne County Supervisor Randy Hanvelt was installed as first vice chair, and Inyo County Supervisor Matt Kingsley was installed as second vice chair. Tehama County Supervisor Bob Williams remains an officer as immediate past chair.
The newly installed 2018 officers will lead the organization in championing policies on behalf of California’s rural counties.
“There are a lot of challenges facing California’s rural counties this year, and I am honored that my fellow rural county leaders have entrusted me to navigate RCRC’s efforts as Chair,” said Supervisor Bohn. “I look forward to the opportunity to work with RCRC Board Members and staff on strategies and opportunities that raise the level of awareness of rural communities in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and advance the policies set forth by the organization.”
In addition to the Installation of Officers, Rural Leadership Awards were presented to two officials who have demonstrated an understanding of, and leadership in, rural issues and the unique challenges that rural communities face.
Assembly Member Anna Caballero (D-Monterey) was the first recipient of the 2017 Rural Leadership Award.
“We are honored to present Assembly Member Caballero with the 2017 Rural Leadership Award as her actions continue to reflect her passion for ensuring California’s rural counties have a voice,” said Anthony Botelho, San Benito County supervisor. “From opposing AB 1250 and SB 649, to authoring AB 577, which would have secured a more equitable definition of disadvantaged communities, we thank Assembly Member Caballero for her leadership, and look forward to working together this year to continue fighting for California’s rural counties.”
“I am thankful for the opportunity to represent rural California, and honored to receive the RCRC Rural Leadership Award,” said Assembly Member Caballero. “Rural California plays an important role in our state, and those of us who live and work there contribute to the prosperity of California. Agriculture feeds the country, and the forests and rangeland provide important recreational opportunities and habitat. It takes advocates who appreciate and will defend rural communities. Thank you RCRC for giving rural communities a voice."
Senator John Moorlach (R-Orange) was the second recipient of the 2017 Rural Leadership Award.
“It is my privilege to present Senator John Moorlach with the 2017 Rural Leadership Award,” said Bob Williams, RCRC immediate past chair and Tehama County supervisor. “In addition to his advocacy on several legislative proposals of importance to rural California, Senator Moorlach authored SB 1463, which would have required the California Public Utilities Commission to prioritize areas that have increased wildfire hazards posed by overhead electrical lines and equipment. The senator has also shown that he understands the importance of local-control regarding cannabis issues – a priority for RCRC. Rural advocacy from legislators representing more urbanized districts showcases true leadership, and we thank Sen. Moorlach for his support.”
"With more than 20 years of experience at the county-level, I know firsthand the challenges faced by local government leaders,” said Sen. Moorlach. “These challenges are only multiplied in our rural communities. In my current role, I rely heavily on my county relationships to inform my legislative priorities.”
In addition to the 2018 Officers, five regional representatives were appointed at the RCRC Board of Directors meeting in December 2017. These representatives join the RCRC officers to make up the full 2018 RCRC Executive Committee.
The regional representatives were appointed as follows:
Region 1: Supervisor Michael Kobseff (Siskiyou);
Region 2: Supervisor Aaron Albaugh (Lassen);
Region 3: Supervisor Diane Dillon (Napa);
Region 4: Supervisor Stacy Corless (Mono);
Region 5: Supervisor Daron McDaniel (Merced).
Details on RCRC’s 2018 Executive Committee and other Committee Chairs can be accessed at http://www.rcrcnet.org/executive-committee.
Humboldt County Supervisor Rex Bohn was installed as chair, Tuolumne County Supervisor Randy Hanvelt was installed as first vice chair, and Inyo County Supervisor Matt Kingsley was installed as second vice chair. Tehama County Supervisor Bob Williams remains an officer as immediate past chair.
The newly installed 2018 officers will lead the organization in championing policies on behalf of California’s rural counties.
“There are a lot of challenges facing California’s rural counties this year, and I am honored that my fellow rural county leaders have entrusted me to navigate RCRC’s efforts as Chair,” said Supervisor Bohn. “I look forward to the opportunity to work with RCRC Board Members and staff on strategies and opportunities that raise the level of awareness of rural communities in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and advance the policies set forth by the organization.”
In addition to the Installation of Officers, Rural Leadership Awards were presented to two officials who have demonstrated an understanding of, and leadership in, rural issues and the unique challenges that rural communities face.
Assembly Member Anna Caballero (D-Monterey) was the first recipient of the 2017 Rural Leadership Award.
“We are honored to present Assembly Member Caballero with the 2017 Rural Leadership Award as her actions continue to reflect her passion for ensuring California’s rural counties have a voice,” said Anthony Botelho, San Benito County supervisor. “From opposing AB 1250 and SB 649, to authoring AB 577, which would have secured a more equitable definition of disadvantaged communities, we thank Assembly Member Caballero for her leadership, and look forward to working together this year to continue fighting for California’s rural counties.”
“I am thankful for the opportunity to represent rural California, and honored to receive the RCRC Rural Leadership Award,” said Assembly Member Caballero. “Rural California plays an important role in our state, and those of us who live and work there contribute to the prosperity of California. Agriculture feeds the country, and the forests and rangeland provide important recreational opportunities and habitat. It takes advocates who appreciate and will defend rural communities. Thank you RCRC for giving rural communities a voice."
Senator John Moorlach (R-Orange) was the second recipient of the 2017 Rural Leadership Award.
“It is my privilege to present Senator John Moorlach with the 2017 Rural Leadership Award,” said Bob Williams, RCRC immediate past chair and Tehama County supervisor. “In addition to his advocacy on several legislative proposals of importance to rural California, Senator Moorlach authored SB 1463, which would have required the California Public Utilities Commission to prioritize areas that have increased wildfire hazards posed by overhead electrical lines and equipment. The senator has also shown that he understands the importance of local-control regarding cannabis issues – a priority for RCRC. Rural advocacy from legislators representing more urbanized districts showcases true leadership, and we thank Sen. Moorlach for his support.”
"With more than 20 years of experience at the county-level, I know firsthand the challenges faced by local government leaders,” said Sen. Moorlach. “These challenges are only multiplied in our rural communities. In my current role, I rely heavily on my county relationships to inform my legislative priorities.”
In addition to the 2018 Officers, five regional representatives were appointed at the RCRC Board of Directors meeting in December 2017. These representatives join the RCRC officers to make up the full 2018 RCRC Executive Committee.
The regional representatives were appointed as follows:
Region 1: Supervisor Michael Kobseff (Siskiyou);
Region 2: Supervisor Aaron Albaugh (Lassen);
Region 3: Supervisor Diane Dillon (Napa);
Region 4: Supervisor Stacy Corless (Mono);
Region 5: Supervisor Daron McDaniel (Merced).
Details on RCRC’s 2018 Executive Committee and other Committee Chairs can be accessed at http://www.rcrcnet.org/executive-committee.
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Cal Fire provides funds to increase pace and scale of dead tree removal projects in high-priority counties
Cal Fire’s Local Assistance for Tree Mortality, or LATM, Grant Program will provide the matching funds for counties to be able to tap into the California Disaster Assistance Act, or CDAA, administered by the California Office of Emergency Services.
The Cal Fire LATM Grant Program will work cooperatively with the Cal OES CDAA program to increase reimbursement to high-priority counties to remove or fell dead and dying trees threatening public infrastructures, such as roads and buildings.
To help with the evaluation, identification, removal and disposal of dead trees threatening the public rights-of-ways and infrastructure Cal Fire, authorized under the Legislature (SB 108), will allocate $300,000 to each of the 10 high-priority counties: Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Fresno, Kern, Madera, Mariposa, Placer, Tulare and Tuolumne.
The remaining $3 million of the LATM grant will be distributed proportionately to the estimated number of dead trees in each county based on April 2017 data. Each county will report on their progress monthly and work through Cal OES and Cal Fire for reimbursement.
“Cal Fire’s Local Assistance for Tree Mortality program opens up a number of opportunities for not only Madera County but the other nine high-priority counties,” said Supervisor Tom Wheeler of Madera County. “We have been trying to find creative ways to deal with tree mortality issues on a local level but funding has truly been a restraint. By contributing the match
for CDAA funds, each of the counties is able to move forward with a number of priority projects that help to keep the public safe.”
Between 2010 and 2018, 129 million trees have died in California due to a combination of drought-stress and bark beetle infestation. Since 2015, more than one million of these trees have been removed or felled in high-priority counties through the coordinated efforts of the Tree Mortality Task Force.
The goal of the LATM Grant Program is to increase the number of trees removed or felled by increasing the pace and scale of tree mortality projects in high-priority counties. Each tree removal project will need to meet the requirements of CDAA and be consistent with the local Cal Fire Unit Fire Plan.
“Response to tree mortality has been a high-priority for Cal Fire, our partner agencies and for each of the counties,” said Rick Carr, Southern Region staff chief of Resource Management, “This grant opportunity will help intensify tree removal projects having a substantial impact in removing hazardous trees. Not only will the counties be able to decrease the risk of trees falling on critical infrastructure, homes and possibly people, but it also creates a safer area for firefighters when responding to a wildfire.”
To learn more about tree mortality visit the Tree Mortality Task Force Web site at http://www.fire.ca.gov/treetaskforce/index or visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org to get more information on how to prepare for your property against bark beetles and how to create healthier forests.
KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The Kelseyville Food Pantry has received a substantial donation from Sutter Lakeside Hospital to support its efforts this year.
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