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- Written by: Dennis Darling
There are water pressure issues, outdated infrastructure, frequent boil water orders, impacts on development and yet shareholders are unable to get information to understand what is being done to correct the issues.
One of the biggest concerns is our outdated fire hydrant system: most hydrants are unable to deliver enough water to fight major fires, and 16 out of 193 don’t function at all. I’m not only worried about being unprepared for wildfires — the entire infrastructure system is in bad shape and is now at a breaking point.
The current system of pipelines, fire systems, water tanks and its treatment plant have deteriorated and are substandard at best. My own family’s grocery store has experienced low pressure problems, and this is unacceptable for any business owner or resident within Highlands' service area to face.
Our city has had to turn away businesses like Chipotle because Highlands isn’t prepared for the future. The new Tribal Health facility could not be served by Highlands so another water agency across the street had to provide the fire flow or Tribal Health would have moved elsewhere.
These are just a few examples, and I’m concerned that without change there will be more in the future.
I am part of a group of shareholders that want to address the issues at Highlands Water and improve it for the future of Clearlake residents. We are independent shareholders who, while we feel strongly that close collaboration and partnership with the city is needed, are not accountable to the city in any way.
Our community can no longer afford the status quo. We need leadership that will listen to shareholders, provide transparency, safety and prepare our community for the future. I believe that our group of shareholders is ready to provide that leadership.
I encourage you to learn more about the problems with the Highlands Water system at Reformhighlandswater.com and would appreciate your support for change in the election for board members.
Dennis Darling is a longtime owner of a business in Clearlake. He lives in Lakeport, California.
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- Written by: Bob and Pat Donley
Helen has lived here all of her life. We have known her most of her life since we moved to Middletown in 1964.
Helen has seen and experienced the changes over the years in District 1 — some good, some bad, some that worked and some that did not.
Helen is not a politician and she will focus primarily on the communities of District 1, but she will also keep in mind the impacts of the Board of Supervisors' decisions for the entire county.
Helen is a problem solver as she has demonstrated owning and operating a successful business in the Middletown / Hidden Valley Area.
Helen is honest, kind, compassionate, dedicated and hardworking. She loves Lake County. This is her home. She has a vested interest in it. We need her especially in this day when our values are being attacked!
Please join us and vote for Helen Owen for District 1 supervisor.
Bob and Pat Donley live in Middletown, California.
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- Written by: Robin and Glenda
We want our district supervisor to listen and respond to the many voices and communities that make up District 1. We have no doubt that Helen would be that supervisor if elected.
In our conversations with Helen, she is very clear that she will listen to the people and do her best to make decisions based on the majority. Helen is done with the idea in our world today that being elected to a position means that the person elected knows what is best for the people with little or no regard for how people will be impacted.
It is true, Helen does not have experience as a governmental bureaucrat. However, in our minds we want a person at our local government level that will look at the governmental system with fresh eyes and be willing to ask questions and not just accept “that is just the way it is done.”
Helen is tough, compassionate, kind and, most importantly, has common sense. Helen will say it like it is and will stand by her word to the best of her ability.
Our vote is for Helen Owen for District 1 supervisor.
Robin and Glenda Loudermilk live in Middletown, California.
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- Written by: Sissa Harris
After a comprehensive evaluation process, the LCDCC has selected a group of candidates who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to the future of Lake County.
The endorsement process was carried out by the Elections Committee, which engaged in outreach to candidates, thorough review of each application and one-on-one interviews.
Following these evaluations, the committee presented its recommendations to the full Lake County Democratic Central Committee for a final vote by all voting members.
The LCDCC is excited to support these candidates as they work towards shaping a bright and prosperous future for everyone in Lake County. Their diverse backgrounds have prepared them to bring innovative solutions and dedicated public service to their respective roles.
County Supervisor, District 1
John Hess
https://hessforsupervisor.com/
Yuba College Community College Board, Area 7
Doug Harris
http://re-electdougharristrustee.com/
Lake County Board of Education, Trustee Area 5
Itzia Rico
Clearlake City Council
David Claffey
https://www.davidclaffey.com/
Mary Wilson
https://www.facebook.com/MWCityCouncil
Lakeport City Council
Christina Price
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563155789171
Kelseyville Unified School District
Sabrina Andrus
http://sabrinaforkvusd.com/
Gilbert Rangel
Konocti Unified School District
Zabdy Neria
www.zabdyneria.com
Middletown Unified School District
Frederic Lahey
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565089118022
Nathan Willis
For more information about the endorsed candidates and their platforms, please visit https://lakecountydemocrats.org or send an email to
Sissa Harris is chair of the Lake County Democratic Central Committee.
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