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: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Wednesday, 09 January 2019 01:33; 09 January 2019

State Controller Betty T. Yee sworn in for second term

SACRAMENTO — California State Controller Betty T. Yee was sworn in on Monday for her second term as the chief fiscal officer of the world’s fifth-largest economy.

: U.S. Department of Agriculture; Posted On Wednesday, 09 January 2019 01:26; 09 January 2019

USDA announces plan to protect SNAP participants’ access to SNAP in February

At the direction of President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue on Tuesday announced a plan to ensure that low-income Americans have access to the nutrition they need, despite the inability of Congress to pass an appropriations bill that safely secures our borders.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 08 January 2019 00:05; 08 January 2019

Household hazardous dropoff event planned Jan. 19

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – The next free household hazardous waste dropoff event will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, at Quackenbush Mountain Recovery & Compost Facility, 16520 Davis St., adjacent to the landfill in Clearlake.

From Highway 53 turn onto 40th Avenue, take a left on Moss Avenue and follow the signs to the landfill on Davis Avenue.

Hours will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Households can bring up to 15 gallons of toxic items free of charge. Fees will be charged for amounts over 15 gallons.

Items that are accepted include paint, solvents, fuels, five-gallon propane tanks (empty), pool chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, batteries, fluorescent light tubes (up to 60 linear feet) and other toxic materials that cannot be put in the trash.

Items that cannot be accepted include televisions, computer monitors, ammunition, explosives, radioactive materials or infectious wastes.

To learn how and where to properly dispose these items, please visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us or contact the recycling hotline at 707-263-1980.

Household hazardous waste dropoff services are provided to Lake County residential households by the Integrated Waste Management Division of the Lake County Public Services Department and the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).

Businesses also are welcome to use this convenient service to properly dispose of hazardous waste and protect our environment, however, businesses must pay for this county-funded service and first make an appointment. Business appointments can be made by calling Lake County Waste Solutions at 707-234-6400.

Ask about receiving a free puncture-proof sharps container at one of these events to use for free sharps disposal.

Free recycling options for residents and businesses:

· Recycled paint is available to both residents and businesses at Lake County Waste Solutions and South Lake Refuse and Recycling Center first-come, first-served basis in five gallon containers. Colors include tan, brown, gray and pink.

· Used motor oil and cooking oil can be dropped off by businesses and residents, at Lake County Waste Solutions, South Lake Refuse & Recycling Center, and the North Shore Fire Protection District station at 6257 Seventh Ave. in Lucerne. Visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us for more locations.

· Electronics (e-waste) can be dropped off at Lake County Waste Solutions and at South Lake Refuse & Recycling Center.

Lake County Waste Solutions
230 Soda Bay Road, Lakeport
888-718-4888 or 707-234-6400
Monday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
www.candswaste.com

South Lake Refuse & Recycling Center
16015 Davis St., Clearlake
Open daily, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
707-994-8614
www.southlakerefuse.com

The free Household Hazardous Waste drop off program is subsidized by the Lake County Public Services Department, Integrated Waste Management Division and CalRecycle as a public service to Lake County households.

For more information about recycling, reusing and reducing, visit www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us , call the recycling hotline at 707-263-1980 or like Lake County Public Services on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LCPublicServices?fref=ts .

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Wednesday, 09 January 2019 01:31; 09 January 2019

James Hudak appointed as Napa County treasurer-tax collector

NAPA, Calif. – The Napa County Board of Supervisors has appointed James B. Hudak to be the next treasurer-tax collector of Napa County.

: Middletown Rotary; Posted On Tuesday, 08 January 2019 00:08; 08 January 2019

Tickets available for Jan. 26 Middletown Rotary ‘Small Town Big Heart’ gala

MIDDLETOWN, CA – The 27th annual Middletown Rotary “Small Town Big Heart” gala fundraiser will be held on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Twin Pine Casino & Hotel Event Center.

Hors d’oeuvres and music kick off the event at 4:30 p.m., dinner is served at 6 p.m. and a live auction follows.

President Kathey Crothers describes the club’s Gala as, “The best and most popular event on our calendar.”

Crothers has been the organization’s fundraising chair for several years before accepting the role as president.

She added, “Our club of dedicated volunteers makes this event bigger and better every year and the results are truly amazing.”

The funds received supports “service above self” projects that empower youth, benefit our communities and support worthy international projects.

The club’s fundraising efforts have provided dictionaries and friendship benches to elementary schools, funding for High School scholarship programs and assistance to fire survivors.

On an international level, the Rotary Club of Middletown actively supports the “end polio” campaign.

A portion of this years Small Town Big Heart gala will go to Paradise Rotary Fire Relief Fund to support the community recently devastated by the November 2018 Camp fire.

“With your help, Rotary volunteers can continue to provide services and support for the young and old, for community projects, fire recovery efforts and so much more,” said Crothers.

Tickets $60 each are on sale now. Tables for eight priced at $480 are still available. Call 707-355-0393, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or stop by Koontz Dezignz located at 21208 Calistoga Road/Highway 29 in Middletown.

Tickets can be ordered online at www.eventbrite.com; search for “Middletown Rotary” to place your online order. Purchase your tickets by Jan. 18 or before they sell out.

The gala is co-sponsored by the Lake County Rotary Club Association, or LARCA, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are tax-deductible.

For further information, or to be a gala sponsor or donor, contact Belinda Joy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the Middletown Rotary Gala hotline at: 707-355-0393.