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LAKEPORT, Calif. — Over the next few months Lakeport residents and visitors will see new paving improvements along South Main Street.
The city of Lakeport reported that the South Main Street paving project is now in full swing.
It follows the completion in September of the South Main Street Sidewalk Project, which focused on filling in missing sidewalk gaps and included significant Americans with Disabilities Act upgrades to enhance pedestrian accessibility along the corridor.
The paving project will cover the stretch from First Street to Lakeport Boulevard. It will resurface the roadway and introduce several pedestrian enhancements, including the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons, improved pavement markings and new striping.
The city said crews are actively working to prepare the roadway for repaving, focusing on South Main Street from Lakeport Boulevard to First Street.
Crews are conducting essential preparation, including adjusting utilities, smoothing the road surface and completing preliminary groundwork to ensure the highest paving quality, the city reported.
To meet specific temperature requirements, a leveling layer will be applied during daytime hours. The city said full paving work will follow.
The city anticipates completing the entire project by the end of the year.
The paving project aims to enhance road quality, improve safety and support Lakeport’s infrastructure, officials said.
The city thanked residents and businesses for their patience and support throughout the project.
For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 707-263-3578.
The city of Lakeport reported that the South Main Street paving project is now in full swing.
It follows the completion in September of the South Main Street Sidewalk Project, which focused on filling in missing sidewalk gaps and included significant Americans with Disabilities Act upgrades to enhance pedestrian accessibility along the corridor.
The paving project will cover the stretch from First Street to Lakeport Boulevard. It will resurface the roadway and introduce several pedestrian enhancements, including the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons, improved pavement markings and new striping.
The city said crews are actively working to prepare the roadway for repaving, focusing on South Main Street from Lakeport Boulevard to First Street.
Crews are conducting essential preparation, including adjusting utilities, smoothing the road surface and completing preliminary groundwork to ensure the highest paving quality, the city reported.
To meet specific temperature requirements, a leveling layer will be applied during daytime hours. The city said full paving work will follow.
The city anticipates completing the entire project by the end of the year.
The paving project aims to enhance road quality, improve safety and support Lakeport’s infrastructure, officials said.
The city thanked residents and businesses for their patience and support throughout the project.
For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 707-263-3578.
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COBB, Calif. — The Cal Fire Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit announced Wednesday that the Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest will begin the annual process of winter season management effective Friday, Nov. 1.
The forest will remain open for day use only from sunrise to sunset beginning on Nov. 1.
Forest roads are subject to temporary closures pending wet weather conditions. Off highway vehicles, or OHVs, and off-roading are strictly prohibited.
Forest staff will be committed to unit tasks in the winter months, including prescribed burning on the forest.
Do not approach fires while burning operations are being conducted and avoid the area if sensitive to smoke.
Cal Fire encourages forest visitors to plan ahead before arriving, avoid recreating during inclement weather and respect signage in place for public safety.
Call the Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest office at 707-928-4378 for more information or visit the forest online.
The forest will remain open for day use only from sunrise to sunset beginning on Nov. 1.
Forest roads are subject to temporary closures pending wet weather conditions. Off highway vehicles, or OHVs, and off-roading are strictly prohibited.
Forest staff will be committed to unit tasks in the winter months, including prescribed burning on the forest.
Do not approach fires while burning operations are being conducted and avoid the area if sensitive to smoke.
Cal Fire encourages forest visitors to plan ahead before arriving, avoid recreating during inclement weather and respect signage in place for public safety.
Call the Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest office at 707-928-4378 for more information or visit the forest online.
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On Wednesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order designed to reduce electric costs for Californians.
The governor’s action encourages electric bill relief while maintaining the state’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and 100% clean electricity by 2045.
The action comes as millions of Californians received an average credit of $71 on their October electric bills from the California Climate Credit, provided by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program.
“We’re taking action to address rising electricity costs and save consumers money on their bills. California is proving that we can address affordability concerns as we continue our world-leading efforts to combat the climate crisis,” said Newsom.
Tackling rising electricity costs
While California has been successful in keeping electric bills lower than many other states on average thanks to decades of work advancing energy efficiency standards, Californians have seen their electric bills rising in recent years.
A major driver has been critical utility wildfire mitigation efforts that have accelerated to match the pace of the climate crisis, as well as several programs added over time.
The governor’s executive order addresses both of these cost drivers by zeroing in on some programs that could be inflating customer bills and evaluating utility wildfire mitigation expenses for potential administrative savings.
The Governor’s executive order:
Encourages electric bill relief. The executive order asks the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to identify underperforming programs and return any unused energy program funds back to customers receiving electric and gas service from private utilities as one or more credits on their bills.
Maximizes the California Climate Credit. The executive order directs the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to work with the CPUC to determine ways to maximize the California Climate Credit, which is a twice annual credit that shows up on many Californians’ electric and gas bills in the spring and fall and is funded by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program.
Manages and reduces electric costs for the long-term. The executive order asks the CPUC to evaluate electric ratepayer supported programs and costs of regulations and make recommendations on additional ways to save consumers money. It also asks the CPUC to pursue any federal funding available to help lower electricity costs for Californians. Additionally, the executive order directs the California Energy Commission (CEC) to evaluate electric ratepayer-funded programs and identify any potential changes that could save Californians money on their bills.
Smarter wildfire mitigation investments. The executive order directs the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety, and requests the CPUC, to evaluate utility wildfire safety oversight practices and ensure that utility investments and activities are focused on cost-effective wildfire mitigation measures.
In addition to the governor’s action, earlier this year, the CPUC approved a proposal to reduce the price of residential electricity through a new billing structure authorized by the state Legislature.
This follows actions in recent years such as providing direct relief to customers and using state funds, rather than ratepayer monies, to develop a Strategic Reliability Reserve to maintain electric grid reliability during extreme conditions.
The governor welcomes partnership with the legislature to further additional actions that will address electric bill affordability.
“Californians expect us to take a hard look at their monthly energy and electricity bills and deliver reduced costs and savings for the long-term,” said Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas). “I support increased oversight efforts, because regulators must ensure energy programs are implemented effectively and responsibly. The governor’s action today is another step forward to lessen households’ total energy burden and lower the cost of living in our state.”
“Rising electricity costs are impacting Californians and their quality of life,” said Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-North Coast). “The state, including its regulatory agencies, needs to buckle down and blunt the expanding fiscal impacts on ratepayers. This is an important start by Gov. Newsom, and the Senate plans to double down on this progress in the months ahead.”
The governor’s action encourages electric bill relief while maintaining the state’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and 100% clean electricity by 2045.
The action comes as millions of Californians received an average credit of $71 on their October electric bills from the California Climate Credit, provided by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program.
“We’re taking action to address rising electricity costs and save consumers money on their bills. California is proving that we can address affordability concerns as we continue our world-leading efforts to combat the climate crisis,” said Newsom.
Tackling rising electricity costs
While California has been successful in keeping electric bills lower than many other states on average thanks to decades of work advancing energy efficiency standards, Californians have seen their electric bills rising in recent years.
A major driver has been critical utility wildfire mitigation efforts that have accelerated to match the pace of the climate crisis, as well as several programs added over time.
The governor’s executive order addresses both of these cost drivers by zeroing in on some programs that could be inflating customer bills and evaluating utility wildfire mitigation expenses for potential administrative savings.
The Governor’s executive order:
Encourages electric bill relief. The executive order asks the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to identify underperforming programs and return any unused energy program funds back to customers receiving electric and gas service from private utilities as one or more credits on their bills.
Maximizes the California Climate Credit. The executive order directs the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to work with the CPUC to determine ways to maximize the California Climate Credit, which is a twice annual credit that shows up on many Californians’ electric and gas bills in the spring and fall and is funded by the state’s Cap-and-Trade program.
Manages and reduces electric costs for the long-term. The executive order asks the CPUC to evaluate electric ratepayer supported programs and costs of regulations and make recommendations on additional ways to save consumers money. It also asks the CPUC to pursue any federal funding available to help lower electricity costs for Californians. Additionally, the executive order directs the California Energy Commission (CEC) to evaluate electric ratepayer-funded programs and identify any potential changes that could save Californians money on their bills.
Smarter wildfire mitigation investments. The executive order directs the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety, and requests the CPUC, to evaluate utility wildfire safety oversight practices and ensure that utility investments and activities are focused on cost-effective wildfire mitigation measures.
In addition to the governor’s action, earlier this year, the CPUC approved a proposal to reduce the price of residential electricity through a new billing structure authorized by the state Legislature.
This follows actions in recent years such as providing direct relief to customers and using state funds, rather than ratepayer monies, to develop a Strategic Reliability Reserve to maintain electric grid reliability during extreme conditions.
The governor welcomes partnership with the legislature to further additional actions that will address electric bill affordability.
“Californians expect us to take a hard look at their monthly energy and electricity bills and deliver reduced costs and savings for the long-term,” said Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas). “I support increased oversight efforts, because regulators must ensure energy programs are implemented effectively and responsibly. The governor’s action today is another step forward to lessen households’ total energy burden and lower the cost of living in our state.”
“Rising electricity costs are impacting Californians and their quality of life,” said Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-North Coast). “The state, including its regulatory agencies, needs to buckle down and blunt the expanding fiscal impacts on ratepayers. This is an important start by Gov. Newsom, and the Senate plans to double down on this progress in the months ahead.”
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NORTH COAST, Calif. — A Sonoma County judge is being disciplined by a state commission for misconduct.
The Commission on Judicial Performance has publicly admonished Judge James G. Bertoli of Sonoma County Superior Court.
The 11-member commission, chaired by Dr. Michael A. Moodian, issued a public admonishment to Judge Bertoli for engaging in improper political activity, improper social media conduct that demeaned the judicial office and improper fundraising.
The commission reported that Judge Bertoli opposed the renaming of the high school he had attended, Analy High School.
Judge Bertoli led protest rallies, made speeches, participated in fundraising, consulted with an attorney on behalf of his high school alumni association and urged people to oppose the renaming of the high school on social media.
The commission said Bertoli’s conduct involved public involvement on one side of an ongoing debate on a controversial social and political issue. That conduct violated the Code of Judicial Ethics and was not protected by the First Amendment.
“While Judge Bertoli was free to privately comment on an issue that he cares deeply about, his
judicial position required his abstention from public political activity,” the commission said.
In connection with his opposition to the change of the name of the high school, Judge Bertoli used Facebook accounts to make derogatory remarks about public officials, engage in rhetoric that inflamed the passions of the community, make profane remarks and speak derisively about those who did not agree with him.
The commission said Bertoli’s misconduct was aggravated by his prior discipline.
In 2021, he received an advisory letter for using his judicial title to promote his band, from 2011 through 2021.
“Judge Bertoli’s misconduct was further aggravated by the number of incidents of misconduct that publicly undermined respect for the judiciary and by Judge Bertoli’s failure to fully appreciate his misconduct,” the commission reported.
The public admonishment can be read below.
The Commission on Judicial Performance has publicly admonished Judge James G. Bertoli of Sonoma County Superior Court.
The 11-member commission, chaired by Dr. Michael A. Moodian, issued a public admonishment to Judge Bertoli for engaging in improper political activity, improper social media conduct that demeaned the judicial office and improper fundraising.
The commission reported that Judge Bertoli opposed the renaming of the high school he had attended, Analy High School.
Judge Bertoli led protest rallies, made speeches, participated in fundraising, consulted with an attorney on behalf of his high school alumni association and urged people to oppose the renaming of the high school on social media.
The commission said Bertoli’s conduct involved public involvement on one side of an ongoing debate on a controversial social and political issue. That conduct violated the Code of Judicial Ethics and was not protected by the First Amendment.
“While Judge Bertoli was free to privately comment on an issue that he cares deeply about, his
judicial position required his abstention from public political activity,” the commission said.
In connection with his opposition to the change of the name of the high school, Judge Bertoli used Facebook accounts to make derogatory remarks about public officials, engage in rhetoric that inflamed the passions of the community, make profane remarks and speak derisively about those who did not agree with him.
The commission said Bertoli’s misconduct was aggravated by his prior discipline.
In 2021, he received an advisory letter for using his judicial title to promote his band, from 2011 through 2021.
“Judge Bertoli’s misconduct was further aggravated by the number of incidents of misconduct that publicly undermined respect for the judiciary and by Judge Bertoli’s failure to fully appreciate his misconduct,” the commission reported.
The public admonishment can be read below.
Bertoli DO Pub Adm 10-30-24 by LakeCoNews on Scribd
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