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On Wednesday night, joined by leaders of the Senate and Assembly, Acting Gov. Mike McGuire signed legislation headed for the November ballot.
These include two bond measures that would provide critical investments for California public schools, and investments to connect communities with clean drinking water, and protect them from floods and the growing threat of wildfires.
The bond measures focus on modernizing classrooms and school campuses, which would benefit millions of California students, and investing in wildfire prevention and recovery, clean water, and better preparing the Goln State for the impacts of climate change.
“These historic bond measures passed by the Legislature are critical investments for our kids, they’ll make our communities more wildfire safe and connect tens of thousands of homes in every corner of the Golden State with clean drinking water,” said McGuire, who is president pro tempore of the State Senate. His North Coast district includes Lake County.
“Even in the richest economy in America, tens of thousands of kids attend schools not up to 21st century standards,” McGuire said. “The education bond will ensure California’s students attend safe and modern schools free of lead paint, lead pipes, and free of leaky roofs. The safe drinking water and wildfire prevention bond will sustain and enhance quality of life in the Golden State by providing communities the resources they need to protect themselves from the growing threat of wildfires and floods, and help protect them from the impacts of extreme heat. We’re grateful to the legislative leaders who worked so incredibly hard to get these life-changing measures across the finish line.”
SB 867, the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024, would provide $10 billion to help communities avoid and recover from the impacts of wildfire, flood, drought, and other climate-related events.
The strategic investments include funding for safe drinking water and drought, flood, and water resilience, as well as investments in wildfire and forest resilience, sea-level rise, extreme heat mitigation, clean air, and protecting biodiversity and promoting natural solutions.
If approved by voters, the clean water and wildfire bond would be the single largest investment in public funding for climate resilience in California’s history.
AB 247, the Kindergarten Through Grade 12 Schools and Local Community College Public Education Facilities Modernization, Repair, and Safety Bond Act of 2024, would provide $10 billion in bond funding for education facilities modernization, repair and safety, and would be split between K-12 schools ($8.5 billion) and California Community Colleges ($1.5 billion). The funding would be designated for improvements that include new construction, modernization of schools, career technical education, heating and energy efficiency grants, and other needs.
Acting Governor McGuire also signed AB 440, an omnibus bill containing three provisions necessary to complete work on the 2024 General Election ballot, including moving ACA 13 to the 2026 General Election, ensuring the bond measures will be before voters in November, and assigning ballot numbers.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — A fast-moving fire in Lower Lake prompted evacuations on Wednesday afternoon.
The Adams fire was reported in the 16000 block of Main Street in Lower Lake.
Shortly after 4:30 p.m., the Lake County Sheriff’s Office issued an evacuation order for an area south of downtown Main Street.
A short time later, the sheriff’s office issued evacuation warnings for more areas south of Lower Lake.
However, shortly before 6:30 p.m., the evacuation warnings were lifted and the evacuation order ended by 9:15 p.m.
The fire was reported to have burned a total of 16 acre.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Fireworks will light up the skies this week in Lake County as part of the annual Independence Day holiday.
Several fireworks displays are planned from Thursday through the weekend in Clearlake, Clearlake Oaks and Lakeport.
Besides the public displays, only in the city of Lakeport are safe and sane fireworks allowed to be purchased and used through the end of July 4.
The following is a schedule of the planned fireworks displays.
THURSDAY, JULY 4
Lakeport
Lakeport will celebrate July 4 with a day of events that begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 10 p.m.
The annual event will include a street fair, and food and craft vendors.
There will be fireworks over the lake beginning at dusk.
Discharge of safe and sane fireworks will be permitted on Fourth Street's intersection with Park Street during the July 4 event. The location will be cordoned off by barrier tape but great caution still needs to be taken. Safe and sane fireworks are not allowed along the lakefront or parklands between Ninth Street and First Street, including all of both Library and Xabatin parks.
FRIDAY, JULY 5
Clearlake Oaks
The Maxine Sherman Memorial Annual Fireworks Display will take place on Friday, July 5.
It will be held between 9 and 10 p.m.
The fireworks will be launched from the lake at the Clearlake Oaks public launch ramp.
Lakeport
Big Valley Rancheria’s Konocti Vista Casino will hold its 30th anniversary fireworks display on Friday, July 5.
The event will be held on the hotel marina lawn.
Beginning at 6 p.m., there will be entertainment, food trucks and craft booths. There is no cover charge to attend and all ages are welcome.
The fireworks will start at approx. 9:45 p.m. over the lake and will be viewable from the marina as well as the parking lot.
Konocti Vista Casino is located at 2755 Mission Rancheria Road in Lakeport.
SATURDAY, JULY 6
Clearlake
The Lakeshore Lions Club of Clearlake will sponsor the 66th annual Redbud Parade and Festival.
The day begins at 11 a.m. with the parade starting at Redbud Park.
The festival includes vendors, food and entertainment throughout the day at Austin Park.
An annual highlight is the International Worm Races. That event is marking its 54th year.
The Lakeshore Lions Club will sponsor the firework display at dark off of Austin Beach.
Several fireworks displays are planned from Thursday through the weekend in Clearlake, Clearlake Oaks and Lakeport.
Besides the public displays, only in the city of Lakeport are safe and sane fireworks allowed to be purchased and used through the end of July 4.
The following is a schedule of the planned fireworks displays.
THURSDAY, JULY 4
Lakeport
Lakeport will celebrate July 4 with a day of events that begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 10 p.m.
The annual event will include a street fair, and food and craft vendors.
There will be fireworks over the lake beginning at dusk.
Discharge of safe and sane fireworks will be permitted on Fourth Street's intersection with Park Street during the July 4 event. The location will be cordoned off by barrier tape but great caution still needs to be taken. Safe and sane fireworks are not allowed along the lakefront or parklands between Ninth Street and First Street, including all of both Library and Xabatin parks.
FRIDAY, JULY 5
Clearlake Oaks
The Maxine Sherman Memorial Annual Fireworks Display will take place on Friday, July 5.
It will be held between 9 and 10 p.m.
The fireworks will be launched from the lake at the Clearlake Oaks public launch ramp.
Lakeport
Big Valley Rancheria’s Konocti Vista Casino will hold its 30th anniversary fireworks display on Friday, July 5.
The event will be held on the hotel marina lawn.
Beginning at 6 p.m., there will be entertainment, food trucks and craft booths. There is no cover charge to attend and all ages are welcome.
The fireworks will start at approx. 9:45 p.m. over the lake and will be viewable from the marina as well as the parking lot.
Konocti Vista Casino is located at 2755 Mission Rancheria Road in Lakeport.
SATURDAY, JULY 6
Clearlake
The Lakeshore Lions Club of Clearlake will sponsor the 66th annual Redbud Parade and Festival.
The day begins at 11 a.m. with the parade starting at Redbud Park.
The festival includes vendors, food and entertainment throughout the day at Austin Park.
An annual highlight is the International Worm Races. That event is marking its 54th year.
The Lakeshore Lions Club will sponsor the firework display at dark off of Austin Beach.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. — Lakeport Fire Chief Patrick Reitz has ordered the temporary closure of Vista Point.
Vista Point, located at 875 Lakeport Blvd. in Lakeport is home of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
This closure will be in effect from 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, until 8 a.m. on Friday, July 5.
This precautionary measure is being taken in response to an excessive heat warning that significantly increases the risk of fires in the area.
Fire equipment and personnel will be staged at Vista Point during this period. Their presence will help to monitor the area closely and respond quickly to any fire-related incidents that may arise.
Chief Reitz emphasized the importance of community safety and urged all residents to remain vigilant and adhere to the closure notice.
"The excessive heat poses a serious threat, and we are taking all necessary steps to protect our community. We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of the public during this time," said Reitz.
For further information, contact the Lakeport Fire Protection District at 707-263-4396.
Vista Point, located at 875 Lakeport Blvd. in Lakeport is home of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
This closure will be in effect from 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, until 8 a.m. on Friday, July 5.
This precautionary measure is being taken in response to an excessive heat warning that significantly increases the risk of fires in the area.
Fire equipment and personnel will be staged at Vista Point during this period. Their presence will help to monitor the area closely and respond quickly to any fire-related incidents that may arise.
Chief Reitz emphasized the importance of community safety and urged all residents to remain vigilant and adhere to the closure notice.
"The excessive heat poses a serious threat, and we are taking all necessary steps to protect our community. We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of the public during this time," said Reitz.
For further information, contact the Lakeport Fire Protection District at 707-263-4396.
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