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- Written by: Richie Bucher
I first met Jessica after the 2015 Valley Fire when our community, including herself, was navigating the challenges of post-fire recovery. She selflessly dedicated her time and resources to help others in the community. Later, as a member of the Cobb Area Council, she continued to assist people at her own expense, in a true display of service.
Jessica's commitment to our community became even more evident when she became District 5 sSupervisor. She actively advocated for our community in the face of the significant fire risks in Lake County. She engaged with legislative representatives and program directors to implement fire-resilient projects, addressing the widespread cancellation of fire insurance policies.
Beyond fire-related issues, Jessica has worked tirelessly to provide resources to families in need, ranging from low-income housing to food and education programs. Most recently her quick response in declaring a local emergency from the February storms showcased her dedication to meeting basic needs.
I appreciate Jessica’s efforts in expanding open spaces like the proposed Cobb community park and preserving Lake County's historical, cultural, and natural significance. These actions contribute not only to our small economy but also a better quality of life for residents.
What sets Jessica apart is her approach to leadership. She engages in constructive dialogue, leaving discussions with a smile, whether agreements or disagreements. Her diplomatic style fosters unity instead of division, a quality we need in our representatives.
In a time when progress is essential, Jessica has demonstrated her qualifications, commitment to address complicated matters. Let's continue moving forward by endorsing Mrs. Jessica Pyska for re-election as District 5 supervisor.
Richie Bucher lives in Cobb, California.
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- Written by: Jim Comstock
My association with Jessica goes back to her early years, when her mother, Karen Jennings, and I served together on the Middletown School Board. I saw her graduate high school, leave for college, and then return to Cobb to start a family with her husband Joel.
The 2015 Valley Fire devastated our community and destroyed many homes, including Jessica’s family’s home.
Serving as supervisor for District 1 at the time, I witnessed Jessica and her family take the lead in rallying their neighbors to rebuild the community. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of Jessica's deep commitment to community service, eventually leading to her co-founding and chairing the Cobb Area Council in 2016 and a successful run for Supervisor in 2020.
Since her election, I have witnessed Jessica's determination and ingenuity in addressing critical, unresolved issues crucial for the county's progress. Her ability to bring together county staff and multiple agencies and secure funding has yielded tangible results.
Jessica's competent leadership has earned the confidence of federal and state leaders, paving the way for the awarding of pilot projects that bring funding, job creation, and the potential for new industries in the county. Moreover, her fearless advocacy for our rural values, rooted in her lifelong experience, is being heard at regional, state, and federal levels.
I have reviewed the endorsement list on her website and see the strong support that Jessica has built — federal, state and local, including many organizations that support the vision that she has laid out for a strong future for Lake County.
In just three years, Jessica has shown she is more than capable of delivering on that vision. I eagerly anticipate the future she is building for all our children and grandchildren.
Jim Comstock served as District 1 supervisor from 2008 to 2016. He lives in Middletown, California.
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- Written by: Denise Rushing
Here in Lake County, amidst the chaos of national politics that often seeks to divide us, we have consistently found strength in collaboration. After each of the numerous horrific natural disasters, we faced a tough recovery.
We learned this: there is far more that unites us than divides us: namely our common humanity and our shared love for the health, beauty and well-being of our home and all who reside here.
We also learned that we are at our very best when we work together. It is in this spirit of collaboration that we tackle the toughest challenges and issues.
Collaborative work is rarely easy, It takes time and patience, it involves listening to diverse voices (and certainly all who have an opinion will voice them). And it seems that there is always more to do — sometimes the work ahead feels like climbing a mountain. Only in pausing can we gauge how far we have come. The upside: collaborative progress is more long-lasting, and potentially more joyful and fun.
Now, more than ever, we need leaders who can unite us rather than divide us, who find common ground, and who celebrate our collective progress. That is why I wholeheartedly endorse Jessica Pyska's reelection.
Jessica is backed by a team of organizers, grant writers, and community leaders who have played a pivotal role in guiding our county through adversity and transforming it into a beacon of resilience on a global scale.
I have personally witnessed the positive impact of Jessica's county leadership, and I am eager to see it continue. Her dedication to serving her constituents and the county as a whole exemplifies the essence of a servant leader — a rare quality in today's political landscape.
Jessica's collaborative spirit is precisely what our community needs. She understands that true progress is achieved through working together, with no single person seeking individual glory. It is through collective effort and mutual support that we become stronger as a community. Add to that her work ethic, kindness, sensitivity, integrity and her experience as a board member serving her constituents, and you have exactly the leader we need right now.
Therefore, I urge voters to cast their ballots in support of Jessica Pyska in the upcoming election. In reelecting Jessica, we affirm and celebrate how far we have come and recommit to working together for common good.
We are all in this together!
Denise Rushing is a former District 3 supervisor. She lives in Upper Lake, California.
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- Written by: Melissa Fulton
Her support and involvement over the years in a variety of ways is obviously sincere to all who know her.
Recognizing the value of residents’ opinions and needs in the community, she believes in listening to those opinions.
Her plan to hold regular meetings with constituents when she becomes District 1 supervisor will make her a true voice of the people in government.
Helen will represent all the constituents in District 1. She certainly knows the importance of collaboration as she moves forward, listening to her fellow supervisors as they consider issues, will prove to benefit the entire county.
Evaluation of the big picture is a strong suit. Helen does not believe that more government is a true value to communities, but rather less government involvement and encouraging more citizens to be aware and become involved serves all.
She knows District 1 and the county need more jobs and opportunities for our young people.
Helen values the rural qualities of Lake County but understands that common sense growth is necessary to provide those opportunities.
A vote for Helen Owen is the best choice for Lake County!
Melissa Fulton is the retired CEO of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce. She lives in Lakeport, California.
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