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Applications must be submitted in writing on forms provided by the city and delivered to the City Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. April 30.
Application forms are available here, at City Clerk’s Office at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St., or by request via email at
Key points for applicants:
• The permits are for Lakeport nonprofits only. Applying organizations must have a membership of at least 20 members who either reside in the city, are employed in the city, or are owners or operators of a business or other establishment located in the city.
• Only one application per nonprofit organization is allowed. Multiple or transferred applications will be voided.
• Up to four permits will be issued citywide.
• If more than four qualified applications are received, priority will be given to nonprofits with continuous permits since 2007; remaining permits will be awarded by random drawing.
• Qualified applicants that are not selected will be placed on a waiting list for future opportunities.
If approved, applicants must submit the following supporting documents by June 1:
• Proof of stand location and permission from property owner.
• State Fire Marshal retail sales permit.
• Liability insurance certificate naming the City as additional insured.
• Temporary sales tax permit from the California State Board of Equalization.
At least one representative from each permitted nonprofit must attend a fireworks safety seminar coordinated by the Lakeport Fire Department and the fireworks wholesaler. Failure to attend will result in revocation of the permit.
Applicants will be notified of the status of their applications by May 1.
The City Council reserves the right to suspend fireworks sales in the event of a declared wildfire-related state of emergency.
For questions or to request an application form, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 707-263-5615 or email
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“Each day, our public safety dispatchers stand as the first line of support for California’s communities and our officers in the field,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “Their calm, professionalism, compassion and unwavering commitment under pressure save lives and keep us all safe. We honor these extraordinary individuals whose voices guide us through our darkest moments and whose dedication exemplifies the very best of public service.”
CHP dispatchers are trained to handle high-pressure situations, whether coordinating responses to traffic crashes, natural disasters or other emergencies. Without their commitment, devotion and hard work, countless lives and properties would be in jeopardy.
With each new crisis, dispatchers are an indispensable link between our officers, the public and vital support services, ensuring the right resources are deployed swiftly and effectively.
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is a nationally recognized week designated by Congress to honor and show appreciation for those who perform telecommunications-related duties.
In recognition of their importance, Assembly Bill 1945, signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2020, officially classified public safety dispatchers as first responders — a well-deserved acknowledgment of their vital work behind the scenes.
The CHP operates 24 Communications Centers across California and employs nearly 800 public safety operators and dispatchers. In 2024 alone, CHP dispatchers answered more than 5.8 million calls for service, which included 3.9 million 9-1-1 calls.
In an emergency, every second counts. If you need to call 9-1-1, remember to stay calm, speak clearly and follow the dispatcher’s instructions — they will be there to help you.
The CHP seeks individuals ready to serve as public safety dispatchers and operators. If you have strong communication skills, can stay calm under pressure and are committed to helping others, this may be your opportunity.
To learn more and view upcoming hiring events, visit CHPBeTheVoice.com.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of safety, service and security.
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has published the Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan for California.
The plan, an update to the 1998 Black Bear Management Plan, draws upon the latest scientific tools and methods to conserve, manage, and monitor black bear populations in California.
California is home to an estimated 60,000 black bears, among the largest populations in the United States, along with 40 million people. Management of this iconic species is complex, and opinions can sometimes vary on how best to ensure the health of this species and minimize human-wildlife conflict throughout the state.
“The Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan for California aims to balance the many diverse viewpoints about black bears while greatly enhancing our ability to ensure healthy populations in the future,” said CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham.
The Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan was developed using the latest peer-reviewed scientific methods and a transparent public engagement process. A draft of the plan was released publicly one year ago and received comments and input from more than 5,000 individuals and groups, all of which CDFW worked to address in the final publication.
“This plan allows us to employ the best available science to understand populations and make informed management and regulatory decisions going forward to ensure black bears thrive into the future and can be enjoyed by all Californians,” said Arjun Dheer, CDFW’s Statewide Black Bear Coordinator.
The plan provides the foundation to meet two overarching goals:
Conserve and manage black bear populations that are ecologically functional, disease-resilient, and genetically diverse statewide and regionally, and conserve and enhance their habitats.
Provide opportunities for black bear hunting, viewing, and public education; minimize human-black bear conflict; consider animal welfare in black bear conservation and management; and be inclusive of all Californians in black bear conservation and management decisions.
Pursuant to these goals, CDFW is conducting intensive population monitoring of black bears across California using GPS collars, den checks, camera traps, hunter harvested tooth samples, and the collection of DNA samples from hair snare stations.
Due to California’s geographic size and ecological diversity, the Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan divides the state into nine Bear Conservation Regions where populations will be monitored and managed independently of other regions.
Publication of the plan does not change any hunting regulations or bear harvest limits. Any changes to hunting regulations or the statewide annual bear harvest limit will be conducted through the California Fish and Game Commission public process.
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The council will meet Tuesday, April 15, at 6 p.m. in the council chambers at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St.
The agenda can be found here.
If you cannot attend in person, and would like to speak on an agenda item, you can access the Zoom meeting remotely at this link or join by phone by calling toll-free 669-900-9128 or 346-248-7799.
The webinar ID is 973 6820 1787, access code is 477973; the audio pin will be shown after joining the webinar. Those phoning in without using the web link will be in “listen mode” only and will not be able to participate or comment.
Comments can be submitted by email to
The meeting on Tuesday will start with a presentation by the organizers of the 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Fundraiser benefiting unhoused canines. The event will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 2945 Reeves Lane with pre-run festivities at 9 a.m. The actual run starts at 9:30 a.m.
In council business, the council will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution approving the final parcel map for the Parkside Subdivision project, located next to Westside Community Park.
In June of 2023, the city approved a tentative parcel map that would divide the 15.26-acre property at 1310 Craig Ave. into four separate residential parcels.
According to the staff report, the final map was reviewed by an external consulting surveyor, the City Engineer and the Community Development Department, all of whom found that “all conditions and requirements of approval applicable to the tentative parcel map have been satisfied.”
However, the project has long faced fierce opposition from neighbors over the lack of roads going in and out of the area, which already has traffic congestion during events.
In September 2024, the developer promised to build a full-access bridge. However, the current plan turns out to only include an emergency vehicle access bridge, according to City Manger Kevin Ingram.
The new fire hazard severity zone map released by Cal Fire in February added over 600 acres in the city and the site of the Parkside project falls into the highest hazard zone.
The public hearing for the Parkside final parcel map was originally listed as an item on the agenda for the previous council meeting on Apr. 1.
However, with the absence of Councilmember Kenny Parlet, and because councilmembers Christina Price and Kim Costa had to recuse themselves, there was not a quorum to consider the item with the remaining two councilmembers. Therefore, the council approved rescheduling it to this Tuesday.
Public comment on this matter, however, was allowed during the April 1 meeting. Former Lakeport Mayor Michael Froio asked during public comment: “Is it true that the bridge was removed for an emergency evacuation bridge?”
“This time generally you present your questions and your comments, but we don’t necessarily provide responses at this time,” Assistant City Attorney Mackenzie Anderson replied, deferring the answers to the next meeting.
Also in council business is an update on the Tenth Street Pedestrian Improvement Project by Public Works Director Ron Ladd.
The sidewalk improvement project received eight bids on Apr. 2, with the lowest bid at $29,426 from AGD Engineering, according to the staff report. The project is tentatively scheduled to start in May and to be completed “within a 15 working day schedule.”
The city manager will also receive an update on the city departments’ accomplishments and progress for the past year.
On the consent agenda — items considered noncontroversial and usually accepted as a slate on one vote — are ordinances; minutes of the previous meeting on April 1; approval of warrant register of Apr. 3; approval of application 2025-019, with staff recommendations, for the 2025 Memorial Day Parade; approval of application 2025-022, with staff recommendations, for the Soper Reese Groundbreaking; approval of application 2025-023, with staff recommendations, for the 2025 Farmers’ Market in Library Park.
Email staff reporters Lingzi Chen at