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FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS IN THE NATIONAL
SCHOOL LUNCH AND SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAMS
Lakeport Unified School District today announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program.
Each school and/or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party.
The household size and income criteria identified below will be used to determine eligibility for free, reduced-price, or full-price meal benefits.
Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown here are eligible for free or reduced-price meals.
Children who receive Food Stamp (FS), California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs), Kinship Guardianship Assistance Payments (Kin-GAP), or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) benefits are automatically eligible for free meals regardless of the income of the household in which they reside.
Eligibility for a foster child is based on a separate application and solely on the amount of the child's “personal use” income.
Free and Reduced-Price Scales
The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.)
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html , or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form.
You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at
Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish).
Application forms are being distributed to all households with a letter informing them of the availability of free and reduced-price meals for enrolled children. Applications are also available at the principal's office in each school.
To apply for free or reduced-price meal benefits, households must complete an application and return it to the school for processing. Applications may be submitted at any time during the school year.
The information households provide on the application will be used to determine meal eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year by school or program officials.
Requirements for school officials to determine eligibility for free and reduced-price benefits are as follows: For households receiving Food Stamp, CalWORKs, Kin-GAP, or FDPIR benefits – applications need only include the enrolled child(ren)'s name, Food Stamp, CalWORKs, Kin-GAP, or FDPIR case number, and the signature of an adult household member.
For households who do not list a Food Stamp, CalWORKs, Kin-GAP, or FDPIR case number, the application must include the names of all household members, the amount and source of the income received by each household member, and the signature and corresponding Social Security number of an adult household member.
If the household member who signs the application does not have a Social Security number, the household member must indicate on the application that a Social Security number is not available.
Under the provisions of the free and reduced-price meal policy, the determining official(s), as designated by the sponsor/agency, shall review applications and determine eligibility. Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the eligibility ruling may discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis.
Parents may also make a formal request for an appeal hearing of the decision and may do so orally or in writing with the sponsor/agency’s hearing official.
Parents or guardians should contact their child(ren)’s school(s) for specific information regarding the name of the determining official and/or hearing official for a specific school, agency, or district.
If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size increases, the household should contact the school. Such changes may make the children of the household eligible for benefits if the household's income falls at or below the levels shown above.
NOTICE OF:
LAND USE APPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Lakeport, State of California, will hold a public hearing for the project applicants James and Cindy Shuell.
The Planning Commission will consider approval of: Shoreline Development Permit (SD 16-01) for the construction of a 2,460 square foot, two story, single family dwelling, a fence and pier; a Use Permit (UP 16-01) to allow a single family dwelling in the R-5 (Resort/High Density Residential) zoning district; and a Fence Variance (F16-02) to allow for the construction of a three (3) foot high wooden fence with an upper three (3) feet of hog wire along Lakeshore Boulevard.
The project is located at 2468 Lakeshore Boulevard, Lakeport, and further described as APN 026-031-32.
The Planning Commission will consider adoption of a Categorical Exemption (CE 16-03) per the California Environmental Quality Act.
The proposed application and plans are available for review at City Hall, 225 Park Street, Lakeport, California and at www.cityoflakeport.com .
The public hearing will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 225 Park Street, Lakeport, California.
If you challenge the action of the Planning Commission on any of the above stated items in court, it may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Lakeport Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you have questions, or comments, please call the Lakeport Community Development Department at (707) 263-5613, Extension 20.
Dated this 29th day of June, 2016
_______________________________
DANIEL CHANCE
Associate Planner
KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Young horse enthusiasts may have had their best day ever June 26 at Gaddy Shack Ranch as light attendance allowed for a relaxed, take another turn, we’ve got plenty of time kind of day.
Debbie James, owner of Gaddy Shack Ranch, hosted the event at no charge to the Clear Lake Junior Horsemen to help get the struggling equine association back on their feet.
The loss of longtime (20-plus years) Director Carol Thorn two years ago, left the club a little wobbly for a bit, but they are back in the saddle and plan to be better than ever.
An industrious group of parents and volunteers helped the Clear Lake Junior Horsemen members prepare the snack bar and decorate the large, shaded viewing area complete with much appreciated and enjoyed misting system.
In the gymkhana, riders are divided into age groups. Riders then choose events that they would like to compete in. The first five competitors who place receive a colored ribbon and points according to their placement.
At the end of the day all of the points are counted and somebody wins high point in each age group.
In the gymkhana every rider receives raffle tickets to coincide with their points and participation. Prizes like 10 bales of hay from Holdenried Ranch were given away by the luck of the draw.
In the 11 and under age group high point went to Ciara O’Boyle and reserve high point to Alexandra Hundley.
The 12-17 age group saw a tie between two outstanding riders, Kia Kohler and Liv Dobush.
In the 18 and over age group Pam Ivicivich stole the show on her horse, Shooter. Reserve high point went to JohnieLynn Moffett.
Nicole Bennett was in the arena to compete for the very first time and they are expecting big things from her.
At this time of year the Clear Lake Junior Horsemen drill team gets together twice a week to practice the routine that they will then perform at the Lake County Rodeo.
Members tend to be very active with 4-H, FFA, cycling, dancing, barrel racing and the like so it is no easy task to get them all together at the same time.
However, at the extravaganza each and every one was there in their beautiful red, white and blue uniforms riding horses well attired in patriotic saddle blankets and red reins to provide a sneak preview of their performance.
Clear Lake Junior Horsemen also enjoy other activities during the course of the year. This year they will enjoy their “after drill” party at Blue Lakes Pine Acre Resort and they are very excited about a trail ride/campout on the coast in October.
They welcome and encourage local equine professionals to attend their meetings and share up-to-date information on horse care techniques and local equine issues.
Members share and keep each other updated on different equine activities that they are involved in outside of the club.
If you know a young person who would enjoy and benefit from this sort of group activity please contact the Clear Lake Junior Horsemen at 707-972-1807, 707-245-7355 or 707-279-1008.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – Sutter Lakeside Hospital is proud to announce a support group for diabetes patients on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The group will meet in the waiting room of Sutter Lakeside Community Clinic; the inaugural meeting will be on Tuesday, July 12.
Kathy Exum, RN, MSN Certified Diabetes Educator, will lead the group, along with Lisa Lewis, LVN.
Exum’s career as a nurse and diabetes educator spans over 35 years, and she has served on multiple units, including intensive care, medical/surgical, and outpatient care.
“Working in a small hospital offers the opportunity to be involved in as much as you’d like,” said Exum. “I like learning new things, and I love the rural atmosphere. There’s a sense of community in a small town when you get to know a lot of people.”
Exum grew up in a medical family; her mother was a nurse and her father continues to serve as a respected community physician at the age of 83.
“I never thought of doing anything else,” said Exum. “Medicine always felt like the right fit. I love the opportunity to teach patients and help them learn how to help themselves.”
Exum’s patients appreciate her efforts; she received the Daisy Award in June 2015, an honor bestowed upon nurses by grateful patients.
“I treat patients the way I would want to be treated,” said Exum. “I show them respect and try to help them feel good. I’ve been a patient; it makes a difference when you feel like the people taking care of you really care about you.”
Her passion for empowering patients inspired the initiation of a diabetes peer support group.
“Peer supporters are an important way to help patients cope with social or emotional barriers and to stay motivated to reach their goals,” said Exum. “We’re also planning to introduce education topics, such as foot care, or recipe sharing. It’s important to get patients thinking about goals, and ways they can partner with their provider to prevent long term complications.”
To learn more about diabetes education or diabetes peer support, please contact Kathy Exum at 707-262-5140 or
Morgen Wells is Community Relations & Fund Development coordinator at Sutter Lakeside Hospital.
KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – This year’s recipient of the John Paul Clarke Memorial Scholarship presented by Worldwide Healing Hands is Kelseyville High School graduate Juliann Totorica.
The scholarship was established last year by Clarke’s family, John Clarke, Dr. Paula Dhanda and Jasmin Clarke, to honor John Paul Clarke’s memory.
It is awarded to a Kelseyville High senior each year to further his or her education either in college or a vocational school.
“The scholarship is a celebration of the human potential for altruism, empathy and compassion,” said Dhanda.
The individual’s kindness toward others is the deciding factor in the selection, she added.
Clarke’s sister, Jasmin, a Kelseyville High student and a Worldwide Healing Hands volunteer, played an instrumental role in the selection process.
“We congratulate Juliann and wish her the best in her collegiate ventures,” said Dr. Dhanda. “She is a very deserving young woman.”
Totorica said she plans to move to Southern California to attend classes at Saddleback Community College and work part-time at Disneyland.
After two years at Saddleback and time to consider possible majors, she says, she intends to enroll in a four-year college and apply for the Disney College internship.
“With the John Paul Memorial Scholarship, I am that much closer to realizing my dream, which has been many years in the making, and that much farther from needing to rely on student loans,” Totorica said. “This scholarship means the most to me of them all because of what it represents. It is such an honor, and it makes me feel like maybe I'm doing something right for my community.”
Totorica was involved in K-Corps, Rotary Interact and Future Farmers of America while in high school.
She also was a member of the California Scholarship Federation and held officer positions in the school’s Associated Student Body.
She is a fourth generation Kelseyville resident and attended Kelseyville schools from kindergarten on. Her mother and grandmother are Kelseyville High graduates, also.
Juliann is the daughter of Frank and Vicki Totorica of Kelseyville, and she has two siblings, Jake Hoberg and Jenna Hoberg.
“I definitely owe thanks to my parents for raising me the way they did; they have wonderful morals and have always taught me that it isn't our place to judge someone else because we never know what's going on in their lives,” said Totorica.
To learn more about Worldwide Healing Hands and the John Paul Clarke Memorial Scholarship, or to make a donation, visit the organization’s Web site at www.worldwidehealinghands.org or its Facebook page.
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lake County Animal Care and Control is filled with this season's crop of kittens, all of them needing loving homes.
The kittens come in a variety of coat types and colors.
In addition to spaying or neutering, cats that are adopted from Lake County Animal Care and Control are microchipped before being released to their new owner. License fees do not apply to residents of the cities of Lakeport or Clearlake.
If you're looking for a new companion, visit the shelter. There are many great pets there, hoping you'll choose them.
In addition to the animals featured here, all adoptable animals in Lake County can be seen at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Shelter_Animal_Search.htm .
The following cats at the Lake County Animal Care and Control shelter have been cleared for adoption (other cats pictured on the animal control Web site that are not listed here are still “on hold”).
Domestic medium hair kitten
This male domestic medium hair kitten has a black and white coat.
He's in cat room kennel No. 38a, ID No. 5128.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a white coat with brown markings and blue eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 38b, ID No. 5137.
Domestic long hair kitten
This male domestic long hair kitten has a black coat and gold eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 58a, ID No. 5331.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has an gray coat and gold eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 58b, ID No. 5333.
Domestic long hair kitten
This male domestic long hair kitten has a gray coat and brown eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 58c, ID No. 5335.
Domestic long hair kitten
This female domestic long hair kitten has a gray coat and gold eyes.
She's in cat room kennel No. 58d, ID No. 5336.
Domestic medium hair kitten
This female domestic medium hair kitten has an all-black coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 60a, ID No. 5023.
Domestic medium hair kitten
This male domestic medium hair kitten has a gray tabby coat.
He's in cat room kennel No. 60b, ID No. 5024.
Domestic medium hair kitten
This male domestic medium hair kitten has a gray tabby coat.
He's in cat room kennel No. 60c, ID No. 5025.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a black and white coat and green eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107a, ID No. 5216.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a black and white coat and green eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107b, ID No. 5217.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a black and white coat, with one blue and one green eye.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107c, ID No. 5218.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a black and white coat and green eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107d, ID No. 5219.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has a white and gray tabby coat, and one green eye and one blue eye.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107e, ID No. 5220.
Domestic short hair kitten
This male domestic short hair kitten has brown tabby coat and green eyes.
He's in cat room kennel No. 107f, ID No. 5221.
Domestic short hair kitten
This female domestic short hair kitten has a calico coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 107g, ID No. 5222.
Domestic short hair kitten
This female domestic short hair has a calico coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 115, ID No. 5334.
Domestic long hair kitten
This female domestic long hair kitten has a tortoise shell-colored coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 120a, ID No. 5182.
Domestic long hair kitten
This female domestic long hair kitten has a tortoise shell-colored coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 120b, ID No. 5183.
Domestic short hair kitten
This female domestic short hair kitten has a buff and white coat.
She's in cat room kennel No. 150d, ID No. 5042.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
Email Elizabeth Larson at