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“Both of these candidates came very highly recommended both by local growers and producers and by statewide industry representatives,” said Secretary Kawamura. “Marilyn and Jim share the board’s aim to improve and accelerate research efforts toward a solution to the complex challenges posed by this pest and disease.”
Marilyn Wolf has been appointed to the vacancy created by the resignation of Jim Unti. Wolf specializes in grower relations for Constellation Wines US/Robert Mondavi Woodbridge and will represent producer/processors in the Central Valley wine grape growing region. She has been active in the wine industry for close to 25 years.
Jim Ledbetter has been appointed to the vacancy created by the resignation of Frank Leeds. Ledbetter is president and partner of Vino Farms and will represent producers in the North Coast wine grape growing region. The Ledbetter family has been farming in California since the 1930s and has a legacy of leadership in agriculture with their involvement in a number of wine grape associations and initiatives in the state.
The Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board was established in July 2001 to support scientific research to find a cure for Pierce’s disease. An annual assessment paid by winegrape growers supports its research efforts. The board also advises the California Department of Food and Agriculture on a variety of issues pertaining to Pierce’s disease and the glassy-winged sharpshooter.
While Pierce’s disease has been in California for a century or more, the establishment of the glassy-winged sharpshooter infestation in Southern California in the late 1990s suddenly thrust the disease to the top of the list of threats to crops ranging from grapes to alfalfa to stone fruits. Because of its biology and its broad range of hosts for feeding, the pest is particularly well-suited for spreading the bacteria that cause Pierce’s disease.
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On Tuesday Sonoma County District Attorney Stephan R. Passalacqua announced that his office and the district attorneys of Contra Costa, Fresno, Marin, and Santa Cruz counties reached a settlement in a civil law enforcement action filed against Target Corp., the operator of Target stores throughout California.
The complaint alleged that Target violated the law by charging customers more than the lowest posted price for items.
Under the terms of the settlement, Target agreed, without admitting wrongdoing, to pay $1,745,522 in civil penalties, costs and restitution, and to injunctive provisions to ensure future compliance.
The judgment requires Target to implement additional audit and price accuracy procedures in its California stores for a four year period to ensure compliance with pricing accuracy requirements.
“Consumers should not have to worry about being charged the correct price when items are scanned at store registers,” said Passalacqua. “We believe the settlement in this case sends a message that will help ensure that consumer expectations are met.”
The civil complaint and stipulated final judgment were filed in Contra Costa County Superior Court on Oct. 20.
The case arose from regular price scanner inspections by the Departments of Weights and Measures in the counties of Sonoma, Contra Costa, Marin, Fresno and Santa Cruz, which coordinated their investigation with departments in other counties.
These local agencies, and the State Division of Measurement Standards, are instrumental in monitoring stores to make sure that consumers are charged accurately.
Scanner inspections at the Target stores disclosed numerous occasions where the price charged at the cash register was not the lowest posted price. Target cooperated with inspectors and the district attorneys' offices during the investigation, and has since instituted new policies and procedures to improve pricing accuracy.
Passalacqua acknowledged the hard work of Weights and Measures officials throughout the state for their vigilant enforcement efforts in the case. Deputy District Attorney Matt Cheever handled the matter for this office.
Sonoma County consumers may call the Sonoma County Department of Weights and Measures at 707-565-2371 if they have a complaint or questions about pricing issues.
Consumers are reminded that the best way to ensure they are charged the correct price is to verify themselves the price at the time the items are scanned and they receive their receipt.
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The event will take place from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the newly opened restaurant, located at 15895 Dam Road in Clearlake.
The Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m.
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The event takes place on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
With door prizes, raffles, free samples and lots of activities it is sure to be worth the short trip to our local shopping center. The day won’t be short of entertainment either, with a live jazz band hired by our new Crave Coffee Shop.
Speaking of Crave, how does a year's supply of free coffee sound? There will be a raffle on Saturday but coffee is just one of the great prizes.
Are you or your children interested in karate? Guanxi Martial Arts will be giving away karate uniforms, practice swords and sparing gloves.
If karate isn’t your style, but you still like to stay in shape, then Muscle Matrix is there for you. They will be giving away a free six-month gym membership.
Do you have pets? If so, a year's supply of Royal Canine dog or cat food might sound pretty enticing. What about eight bags of Diamond cat food and dog food? A few of the businesses are giving away door prizes and free samples as well. With so many businesses giving away so many great gifts few will go home empty-handed.
When you arrive on Saturday don’t forget to bring your appetite. Hardester's will be firing up the barbecue to provide all the hungry shoppers with free hot dogs.
If you’re still hungry after you enjoy your hot dog then stop into Brian's Pizza to get some free pizza. Don’t forget about Ting's Thai restaurant because they are raffling off a free monthly lunch for a year to a lucky raffle participant.
This Saturday two lucky women could also win their “dream” come true. Dream Salon will be giving away two “Day of Beauty” gift certificates. The certificates include a manicure, pedicure, a new haircut and hairstyle as well as a makeover!
Hidden Valley Lake residents interested in preparing their taxes are in luck. H & R Block is giving away two $50 tax preparation certificates in Saturday’s big raffle. Century 21 is sweetening the pot with gift certificates from our local Hidden Valley Lake Plaza businesses as well.
There are so many exciting give always and activities this Saturday that you couldn’t possibly miss this one-of-a-kind event practically in your backyard.
With fun for every participant of any age and even your pets, make sure you come out for this celebration. All of our local businesses can’t wait to see you there!
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