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Nominations must be postmarked by May 8.
The California Invasive Species Advisory Committee provides recommendations and technical support to the Invasive Species Council of California on a broad array of issues related to preventing the introduction of invasive species and providing for their control and/or eradication, as well as minimizing the economic, ecological, and human health impacts that invasive species cause.
Committee members may serve on the CISAC for no more than two consecutive terms. Terms are limited to three years. Members receive no compensation, but may receive reimbursement for travel expenses.
Individuals interested in being considered for an appointment should send a brief summary explaining the nominee’s suitability to serve on the CISAC, a resume or curriculum vitae, and at least two letters of reference.
Nominations should be sent to David Pegos, Invasive Species Council of California, California Department of Food and Agriculture, 1220 ‘N’ St., Sacramento, CA 95814.
Detailed information on the nomination process can be viewed at www.cdfa.ca.gov/phpps/iscc/docs/NominationProcessCISAC.pdf.
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The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Tulip Hill Winery on Highway 20 and Bartlett Springs Road, Nice.
This month's meeting will be a mixer between the association and the North Shore Business Association, with dinner prepared by Kenny Parlet of Lucerne's Lakeview Market. Dinner costs $10 per person.
Meetings are held the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Live Oak Senior Center, 2502 Foothill Blvd. on The Plaza in Clearlake Oaks.
Meetings include announcements by a variety of speakers including county supervisors' area project updates.
Membership is open to all, not just business owners. Yearly dues are $30.
Please call Ellouise for reservations, 707-998-1744.
For more information visit the group's Web site, www.clearlakeoaks.org.
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The Schmids and their manager, Sylvia DeSantis, wish to thank all the attendees for their enthusiastic reception and contribution to our informal gathering, and also to sponsors Steele Winery, Mendocino Brewing Co., and the Harbor House Espresso Bar for providing refreshments; Pro-flame for the appetizers and the “King Kooker” raffle prize, and musician Steve Winkle and Mike Canovas for background guitar music.
Special guests included Debra Sommerfield, executive director, Lake County Development Board; Lori Peters, executive director, Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce; and Carre Brown, First District Supervisor of Mendocino County.
Featured speaker Marcia deChadenèdes, coordinator for the geotourism map, was a hit with the audience when she described her current assignment, which is to explain to area business owners that they can literally get their businesses “on the map” at no charge.
The featured guest speaker for series' fourth installment, which takes place on April 16, will be Camille Schraeder, executive director of Redwood Children’s Services. She will be speaking on the ways in which a nonprofit organization like RCS is coping with these challenging economic times.
Hal Bryan, economic historian and free market advocate, will update attendees on his progress with the “Blue Lakes Model – A Survival Plan for Small Business,” with emphasis on current market movement.
Melissa Fulton, chief executive officer of the Lakeport Chamber of Commerce, will donate a free hot sheet insert as a special raffle prize to all Lakeport Chamber member attendees. Additional raffle prizes will be donated by Pat Meyer of Pat Meyer and Associates and Jon Meyer, the Tax Man, Mendocino Brewing Co., Frey Vineyards and Harbor House Espresso Bar.
Mendocino Brewing Company and Frey Vineyards will provide refreshments and Shannon Baker, the featured culinary artist, will prepare the appetizers and wine pairing for this event.
Due to the success of the series and to preserve the intimate and relaxed fireside ambience, the Schmids feel obliged to limit the number of guests, so it is essential to RSVP for the upcoming get-togethers.
To inquire about future speakers and to RSVP, please contact Sylvia DeSantis at 707-275-2181. The Lodge at Blue Lakes is located at 5135 W. Highway 20, Upper Lake, www.thelodgeatbluelakes.com.
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The committee makes recommendations to the CDFA secretary on all matters pertaining to the department’s Shipping Point Inspection Program.
The Shipping Point Inspection Program provides third party grading and certification services to the fruit, nut and vegetable industries throughout state – ensuring that California’s specialty crops meet identified quality standards.
The program supports agricultural producers, packers, shippers and processors by providing a nationally and internationally recognized grading and certification service.
Four member vacancies and eight alternate member vacancies are available. Individuals serving on the committee must be fruit or vegetable shippers that use the certification and grading services offered by the department. The term of office for committee members is three years.
Members receive no compensation, but are entitled to payment of necessary traveling expenses in accordance with the rules of the Department of Personnel Administration.
Individuals interested in being considered for an appointment should send a letter of consideration and include a letter of recommendation from the industry. Nominations will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Applications should be sent to Rick Jensen, California Department of Food and Agriculture, Inspection and Compliance Branch, 1220 ‘N’ Street, Sacramento, CA 95814, or emailed to
For further information on the Shipping Point Inspection Program and committee vacancies, contact Rick Jensen at 916-445-2180.