How to resolve AdBlock issue? MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The Middletown branch of the Lake County Library will host a financial literacy seminar “Reverse Mortgages” on Wednesday, July 27.
The seminar will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the library, located at 21256 Washington St.
Lamarr Baxter of All Western Mortgage will be the speaker for this free program. For more details call 707-263-8817.
Baxter will explain how reverse mortgages can help people can maintain their current lifestyle through their entire retirements and prepare for unexpected medical expenses. The public is invited to learn about the benefits of the new reverse mortgage.
Seating is limited and attendees must RSVP. Call 1-855-400-EASY to register. Refreshments will be served.
Baxter is a licensed and knowledgeable real estate professional with thirty years of financial experience who specializes in establishing self-directed retirement plans.
He regularly conducts educational seminars and webinars outlining the benefits and rewards of investing with a self-directed retirement plan.
The Lake County Library is on the Internet at http://library.lakecountyca.gov and Facebook at www.facebook.com/LakeCountyLibrary .
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lake Family Resource Center is offering a 65-hour dual domestic violence and sexual assault volunteer and response training to interested community members.
Beginning Saturday, July 30, and continuing through Saturday, Sept. 10, the training will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lake Family Resource Center said the training will be co-sponsored by Big Valley Rancheria, which will host the training at Konocti Vista Casino’s banquet room, located at 2755 Mission Rancheria Road, Lakeport.
This training is free and open to the public.
Individuals who successfully complete the training will be considered certified domestic violence/sexual assault counselors and will have the opportunity to volunteer for Lake Family Resource Center’s Domestic Violence Program and Rape Crisis Center.
Volunteer responsibilities can include working at the shelter, answering the community crisis line, supervising children during adult activities, co-facilitating support groups; accompanying domestic violence/sexual assault victims to court or to the hospital.
This is a chance to help someone during their toughest moments. This training is only offered once a year so call today to reserve your spot for this exciting opportunity.
Lake Family Resource Center is determined to raise awareness of the devastation that domestic violence and sexual assault has in our community and will continue to provide education, information, advocacy and support to those who have suffered.
The center provides a multitude of services to build family stability and strength, and supports Lake County residents in achieving stable, self-sufficient, and healthy families and communities.
For more information call 707-279-0563.
NORTH COAST, Calif. – Caltrans reports that the following road projects will be taking place around Lake County and the North Coast during the coming week.
Included are Mendocino County projects that may impact Lake County commuters.
LAKE COUNTY
Highway 20
– Pavement repairs from Sayre Avenue to the Paradise Cove subdivision will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m., weeknights. One-way traffic control will also be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays.
– The Mine Restoration Project has been issued a long-term Caltrans Encroachment Permit to allow trucks to access their worksite near the Colusa County Line. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
MENDOCINO COUNTY
Highway 1
– Drainage work just north of Elk will begin Monday, July 11. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
– PG&E has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit to perform utility work between Jefferson Way and Gibney Lane beginning Wednesday, July 13. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorists may experience delays shorter than five minutes.
– Highway repairs a quarter-mile north of Ocean Meadows Circle will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
Highway 20
– Paving operations between Harmon Lane and the Wildwood Campground will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., weekdays. Motorists should anticipate 15-minute delays.
– Paving operations between South Route 101 and Old Lake County Road will begin Tuesday, July 12. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., weekdays. Motorists should anticipate 15-minute delays.
Highway 101
– Paving operations between Geysers Road and the Comminsky Station Viaduct will begin Monday, July 11. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
– Caltrans will perform slide repairs near the Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge (near Frog Woman Rock). Northbound traffic will be restricted to one lane 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists may experience minor traffic slowdowns.
– Paving operations between the Pieta Creek Bridge and Route 175 East will begin the evening of Sunday, July 10. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., weeknights. Motorists should anticipate 15-minute delays.
– Emergency slide repairs just south of Standish-Hickey State Park will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
Highway 128
– Drainage work from Masonite Timber to approximately 1.8 miles east of the junction with Route 1 will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through July 8. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays.
Highway 162
– Paving operations between East Lane Road and Short Creek will begin Monday, July 11. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays.
– The Round Valley Indian Tribe has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit to pave a driveway near Barnes Lane. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
– PG&E has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit to perform tree work between Short Creek Road and Short Creek. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
Highway 253
– Highway repairs from Cattle Pass to Butler Ranch will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays.
The Caltrans Traffic Operations Office has reviewed each project and determined that individual project delays are expected to be less than the statewide policy maximum of 30 minutes, unless noted otherwise above.
For information pertaining to emergency roadwork or for updates to scheduled roadwork, please contact the California Highway Information Network (CHIN) at 1-800-GAS-ROAD (1-800-427-7623).
- Lake County Community Development Department
Randy Watson: Minor use permit for auto body shop
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lake County Zoning Administrator will consider approving MINOR USE PERMIT MUP 16-08 of Randy Watson of Hidden Valley Auto Body in accordance with Lake County Code to allow an auto body shop located at 18720 Highway 29, Middletown and further described as APN 014-500-01.
The planner processing this application is Mireya Turner, (707) 263-2221 or
The Zoning Administrator will approve this Minor Use Permit if no written request for a public hearing is submitted by 5:00 p.m., on July 13, 2016 to the Community Development Department, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport CA.
Should a timely request for a public hearing be filed, one will be held on July 20, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Conference room C, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Robert Massarelli, Director
By: ______________________________________
Danae Bowen, Office Assistant III
- Lake County Community Development Department
Robert and Valerie Beck: Minor use permit for sculpture art garden
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lake County Zoning Administrator will consider approving MINOR USE PERMIT MUP 16-13 of Robert & Valerie Beck, Middletown Art Center and EcoArts Lake County in accordance with Lake County Code to allow a sculpture art garden located at 21157 Calistoga Road, Middletown and further described as APN 024-368-04.
The planner processing this application is Mireya Turner, (707) 263-2221 or
The Zoning Administrator will approve this Minor Use Permit if no written request for a public hearing is submitted by 5:00 p.m., on July 20, 2016 to the Community Development Department, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport, CA.
Should a timely request for hearing be filed, one will be held on July 27, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Conference Room D, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Robert Massarelli, Director
By: ______________________________________
Danae Bowen, Office Assistant III
- Dr. Nicole Lurie
Take precautions to avoid Zika virus infection during trips abroad
The Zika virus is causing devastating birth defects in countries with outbreaks of the virus.
It also causes bad pregnancy outcomes, like miscarriage and stillbirth, and can cause serious neurologic problems as well.
Zika is a virus primarily spread through mosquito bites, but unlike other mosquito-borne viruses such as dengue, it can also be spread through sex.
Many people travel during the summer, whether to visit family and friends, to take a vacation or for business.
This summer, we urge people to consider the risks that travel may pose due to the growing spread of Zika, especially if you are or your partner is pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
If you are planning to travel to a place where Zika is spreading, there are some important steps you should take during your trip and after you return.
If you are traveling abroad, first check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel page ( http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-information ) to see if Zika is spreading in your planned destination.
Zika virus is currently being spread in Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Africa.
Because the virus can cause severe birth defects, CDC recommends that pregnant women do not travel to areas with Zika.
If a pregnant woman must travel to an area with Zika, she should talk with her health care provider and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bites. Pregnant women also should be tested upon return to the United States.
Male partners of pregnant women should consider the possibility that they could infect their partners via sex if they become infected. Men who travel to areas where Zika is spreading should take appropriate steps to prevent mosquito bites and either use condoms correctly every time they have sex during the pregnancy.
Everyone should take precautions to prevent mosquito bites to avoid infection with Zika virus, and to prevent further spread of the virus.
To prevent mosquito bites, follow these precautions for at least three weeks after you return from travel:
· Wear Environmental Protection Agency-registered insect repellent on exposed skin, at all times.
· Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts.
· If you can, stay in air conditioned or screened-in rooms.
The symptoms of Zika include a fever, rash, joint pain, and red eyes. However, most people infected with Zika never have any symptoms, so do not assume you are not infected if you do not feel sick. We urge everyone to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites and to prevent the spread of Zika virus via sex.
CDC recommends that women who have traveled to a country with Zika transmission wait at least eight weeks after returning home before trying to become pregnant, whether they have symptoms or not.
Men who have traveled to areas where Zika is actively spreading and did not develop symptoms of Zika virus infection should use a condom or abstain from sex for at least eight weeks after returning from travel. Men who traveled to a country with Zika transmission and had Zika symptoms should consider using condoms or not having sex for at least six months after the symptoms began.
Women who do not want to or are not planning to become pregnant should talk with their health care providers about the many kinds of contraception available to prevent unintended pregnancy.
As a mother and grandmother, I take the health effects of Zika very, very seriously. The effects of Zika virus infection can be devastating. Knowing what to do to protect yourself from Zika will help you safely enjoy your trip abroad, and can help prevent Zika from spreading in the continental United States.
To keep up with the latest information about Zika and what it means for your family’s health, visit www.cdc.gov/zika .
Dr. Nicole Lurie is assistant secretary for Preparedness and Response, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
- Elizabeth Larson
Final primary election ballot count confirms two supervisorial runoffs, school bond passage
LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lake County Registrar of Voters Office is still in the midst of certifying the results of the June primary election, but officials have released the final election tallies and the placements in local races that emerged during the preliminary count have remained the same.
The count confirms that there will be two runoff elections in the fall, for the supervisorial seats representing District 1 and District 4, while District 5 has been settled, as has the vote for “Measure U,” a bond for the Kelseyville Unified School District.
The final official results the Registrar of Voters Office released to Lake County News showed that in the District 5 supervisorial race, incumbent Supervisor Rob Brown of Kelseyville handily won reelection, with 2,281 ballots or 63.1 percent of the vote.
Brown ran against Phil Reimers of Cobb, who received 851 votes or 23.5 percent of the vote, and John Stoddard of Kelseyville, who received 484 votes or 13.4 percent.
In District 1, the two candidates in the fall runoff remain Middletown residents Monica Rosenthal and Jose “Moke” Simon III.
Rosenthal received 912 votes, or 28 percent of the vote, trailed closely by Simon, with 894 ballots, or 27.5 percent, cast in his favor.
The remainder of the field included Voris Brumfield of Anderson Springs, with 827 ballots or 25.4 percent of the vote, and Hidden Valley Lake resident Jim Ryan, with 620 votes or 19.1 percent.
In District 4, Tina Scott and Martin Scheel, both of Lakeport, led the field and will race to November.
Scott received 1,253 votes, or 32.9 percent, while Scheel received 962 votes, or 25.2 percent.
Finishing out of the runoff are Lakeport residents Ted Mandrones, 726 votes, 19 percent; Phil Murphy, 514 votes, 13.5 percent; and Ron Rose, 358 votes, 9.4 percent.
Kelseyville Unified's school facilities improvement bond Measure U received overwhelming voter support, with yes votes totaling 2,165 or 61.7 percent, compared to no votes, which numbered 1,346 or 38.3 percent.
As for how Lake County voted in the presidential race, the final results showed that Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont received the most local votes of any presidential candidate, with 5,195 ballots cast in his favor.
Businessman Donald Trump received 4,163 Lake County votes, and former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton received 3,988 local votes.
In June, Lake County's absentee or vote-by-mail voters once again cast the most ballots, totaling 11,670, compared to the 5,042 votes cast at precincts.
Overall, there was a 51-percent voter turnout, with 16,712 votes cast, according to the final results.
For comparison, those turnout numbers surpass the presidential election year primaries in 2008 and 2012, when there was a 34-percent and 42.5-percent turnout rate, respectively, according to the registrar's records.
The final certified results are due to the California Secretary of State's Office on Friday. The Lake County Registrar's Office reported Wednesday that work to submit those final results to the state was still under way.
The Secretary of State's Office reported that, as of Wednesday, all ballots in the 58 counties across the state have now been counted, with Lake completing its count on Tuesday, the same day as a host of other counties wrapped up.
San Diego, San Mateo and Sonoma were the last counties to report completing their counts on Wednesday, the Secretary of State's Office reported.
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- Lake County News reports
Wednesday Clearlake crash injures three
CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Three people were injured – one of them seriously – in a late Wednesday morning crash in Clearlake.
Clearlake Police Lt. Tim Celli said the two-vehicle crash occurred shortly before noon.
At approximately 11:50 a.m. Clearlake Police officers were dispatched to an injury traffic collision at the intersection of Arrowhead Road and Colusa Road, Celli said.
Celli said the initial dispatch was that one subject had been ejected. It was later determined that information was inaccurate.
Officers arrived on scene and discovered three people were injured. Two individuals involved were lying on the ground and one individual was stuck inside one of the vehicles, according to Celli.
Based on information developed during the initial investigation, Celli said police determined that 25-year-old Clearlake resident David Shipman Jr. was driving northbound on Arrowhead Road at an undetermined rate of speed in a 2007 Dodge Charger. Shipman was the solo occupant of the Charger.
Michael Ashinhurst, 24, was pulling out to travel southbound onto Arrowhead Road from Colusa in a 2000 Volkswagen Bug accompanied by passenger Douglas Hand, Celli said.
For a reason that has been undetermined, Celli said Ashinhurst pulled the Volkswagen out onto Arrowhead Road from Colusa Road directly in front of Shipman’s Charger.
Shipman was unable to stop before hitting the Volkswagen directly on the driver door. Celli said both vehicles came to rest just off of Arrowhead Road. Both vehicles were totaled in the collision.
Ashinhurst suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision and was transported to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital by air ambulance. Late Wednesday Celli said Ashinhurst remained in intensive care with critical injuries.
Shipman and Hand were later treated at St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake for their injuries, which were determined to be noncritical, Celli said.
Celli said Arrowhead Road from Modoc to Country Club Road was closed for a little over an hour during the investigation.
Routine checks revealed that neither Ashinhurst nor Shipman had valid driver licenses. In addition, neither party was insured for the vehicles they were driving, according to Celli.
Celli said the the factors that caused the collision are still under investigation, however, it does not appear that alcoholic beverages or narcotics are a factor.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Officer Michael Perreault at 707-994-8251, Extension 319.
- Lake County News reports
Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation announces $125,000 community impact grant to benefit Lake, Mendocino counties
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation announced an Impact Grant for $125,000 to United Way of the Wine Country for its “Schools of Hope” program.
Through the foundation's $125,000 grant, United Way of the Wine Country will expand Schools of Hope, a reading program that aims to increase the percentage of third grade students reading at grade level.
The grant will bring the program to nine additional schools in Lake and Mendocino counties, where only 23 percent of all third graders read proficiently and more than 80 percent are economically disadvantaged.
Students in the program have improved their reading fluency by 30 to 50 percent more than students at non-participating schools.
Umpqua Bank officials said the organization recognizes the connection between educational success and economic prosperity.
"As a community bank, we are committed to investing in the communities we serve,” said Nicole Stein, vice president of community responsibility at Umpqua Bank. “We believe we have an obligation to give back in meaningful ways, particularly to help make a difference in the lives of children and families. Through the continuation of our Impact Grants, we strive to further this commitment with larger, multi-year partnerships that remove barriers and give children the tools they need to be successful.”
Recipients of Impact Grants create opportunities for early childhood and K-12 youth that enhance the educational experience, promote well-being and inspire students to reach their full potential.
The grants are focused on helping to close the achievement gap for children, particularly those in poverty who are traditionally underserved.
The Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation was initially funded with $10 million in 2014.
It also funds Umpqua’s ongoing Community Giving grants – typically between $2,500 and $10,000 – to organizations focused on youth development and education, community development and arts access. Grants are available to nonprofit organizations throughout California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.
Organizations can submit an application at www.umpquabank.com/communitygiving .
For more information about the Impact Grant recipients, visit www.umpquabank.com/impactgrants .
- Lake County News reports
California Highway Patrol seeks accreditation
A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to improving law enforcement and public safety services, will visit the California Highway Patrol (CHP) starting July 11, 2016.
During their four-day visit, the CALEA assessors will verify the CHP’s overall compliance with a set of standards designed to ensure the agency’s policies and procedures are consistent with law enforcement industry best practices.
The CHP initially received accredited status from CALEA in 2010 when it became the largest law enforcement agency in the nation to receive such an honor. Since that time, the CHP Academy and Communications Centers have also received accredited status.
This year, CALEA will assess the three functions of law enforcement, training and communications at the same time.
Because accreditation is an ongoing process, the Department must continuously prove compliance with CALEA standards and submit to periodic on-site assessments.
The assessors will visit CHP Headquarters, the CHP Academy in West Sacramento, and various administrative and field commands to examine all aspects of the department’s policies, procedures, administration, operations and support services.
Participation in the CALEA accreditation program is voluntary.
“The California Highway Patrol is always looking for ways to improve,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow, who has led the agency since 2008. “We welcome any opportunity for meaningful feedback and critique from recognized experts in law enforcement and public safety administration. CALEA has been a very valuable resource for us.”
As a part of the assessment process, members of the public are invited to comment on the CHP’s compliance with accreditation standards and ask questions about the accreditation process.
A public call-in session is scheduled for Monday, July 11, from 3 to 5 p.m.
Members of the public wishing to comment may call 916-843-4398.
Additionally, the public is invited to attend an information session on Tuesday, July 12, at 5:30 p.m. at the California State Lottery Headquarters, 700 North 10th St., Sacramento.
UPPER LAKE, Calif. – Artist Anna Sabalone and Lake County Wine Studio are presenting an ongoing series of art classes and parties.
The next class will be held on Sunday, July 10, from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
During the two-and-a-half-hour class, Sabalone will demonstrate with acrylic paints and participants will then paint a scene of boats on Clear Lake under the fireworks with Mt. Konocti in view.
All supplies will be provided along with a glass of wine for sipping for $40 each class.
Each class in future months will focus specifically on a different art medium.
Sabalone was born and raised in Lake County. She has been involved in the Lake County Arts Council since her teen years.
She attended the University of California, Santa Barbara and the University of Leeds, England for her undergraduate degree in English, history and anthropology.
She earned her teaching credential and Master's of Education degree from UC Santa Barbara and has been teaching art, English, history and Academic Decathlon at Upper Lake High School since 2008.
For a class schedule, reservations and additional information, contact Susan Feiler at 707-293-8752.
Lake County Wine Studio is both a gallery for display of arts and a tasting room, wine bar and retail shop for the fine wines of Lake County.
Artist's shows are held on a monthly basis with art and wine receptions held the first Friday and subsequent Saturday of each month.
The gallery is located at 9505 Main St. in Upper Lake and is open daily during the months of June to August from 1 to 7 p.m. and Friday from 1 to 8 p.m.
For more information call the Lake County Wine Studio at 707-275-8030.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – A bridge replacement project on Hendricks Road is set to start this month.
Effective Monday, July 11, and continuing through Aug. 19, Hendricks Road bridge will be closed to all traffic in order to replace the bridge, according to the Lake County Department of Public Works.
Signage will be in place directing through traffic to use alternate routes.
This is a 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week closure.
For additional information contact the Public Works Department at 707-263-2341.
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