Clearlake is working on creating a new homebuyer assistance program to help retain city employees. The LakeCountyNews reports earlier in the month, the City Council directed staff to develop a proposal for the program, designed to provide a full package of incentives for city employees. Funding would come from a housing set-aside fund, the same … Read more
Today is the 15th Annual Great Shakeout, with some 44 million people all over the world registered to take part in the annual international event focused on earthquake preparedness and safety. In California, 9.6 million people are taking part, with roughly 9,700 people in Lake County and just over 10,000 in Mendocino County. Those interested … Read more
A rally is scheduled to be held tomorrow at the CAL FIRE office in Fort Bragg at 1:30 pm to protest it’s proposal to co-manage the Jackson Demonstration State Forest with local indigenous tribes. According to MendoFever, a letter from CALFIRE to the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians Historic Preservation Officer offered co-management of … Read more
Homeowners in the area are encouraged to take advantage of grant funding to offset the cost of seismic retrofitting of their primary residences. The Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) Program offers eligible homeowners grants to help offset the cost of seismic retrofits, making them less vulnerable to earthquake damage. Eligible homeowners can apply online for … Read more
The City of Ukiah has purchased the first-ever pursuit-rated hybrid patrol vehicles. The hybrid vehicles were chosen due to the amount of idling a law enforcement vehicle does during regular patrols, with the hybrid being a fuel saver, and yet still having enough power to enter into a high-speed pursuit when needed. The 2023 Ford … Read more
The Clearlake City Council meets tomorrow at 6 pm and will consider an agreement with the Konocti Unified School District to offer a variety of programs at the city’s youth center. The LakeCountyNews reports in June the council approved the formation of the Recreation and Events Division of the Administrative Services Department. Since then, city … Read more
A Cobb man has been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of a woman in June. Hunter Christian Toles entered a not-guilty plea and is facing two counts of attempted murder in the shooting of a woman near Rainbow Road on Cobb Mountain. The woman was able to identify Toles before being transported to … Read more
The City of Lakeport Public Works Department has been successful in adopting a new asset management system into the daily operations of the department. The LakeCountyNews reports the new system will allow the city to electronically track service orders, usage of equipment and supplies, task duration, project costs, and other helpful information that enhances efficiency … Read more
Two state leaders have led members of the California Congressional delegation in asking the President to expand the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument to include the adjacent Walker Ridge Tract. The LakeCountyNews reports the letter from Congressman John Garamendi and Senator Alex Padilla also asked the U.S. Board on Geographic Names to rename “Walker Ridge” … Read more
The Governor has announced that the COVID-19 state of emergency will end on February 28th, 2023. The LakeCountyNews reports timeline gives the health care system needed flexibility to handle any potential surge that may occur after the holidays, in addition to providing state and local partners the time needed to prepare for the phaseout. … Read more