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“This was not a decision made lightly or in haste. We have attempted to engage VSP on numerous occasions regarding reimbursement rates for services and materials to no avail. VSP has not increased reimbursement rates in years and recently has introduced plans which constitute a reimbursement decrease. We delivered our termination notice on March 29 but left the door open to negotiations. VSP has made no effort to negotiate with us,” said Emmalena Boyd, O.D., the company’s president.
Boyd said that when they receive feedback from their patients, the overwhelmingly positive comments revolve around timely service, the thoroughness of care and, most importantly, staff.
“We structure our schedule so that we have the time to address all your eye health and vision concerns. We are investing in the latest technologies, and we invest in the best people. We will not compromise on these values to accommodate VSP’s unwillingness to pay us fairly. We will not overbook our schedule to make up for the difference. We will not lower our standard of care. And we will not compromise on the quality of our staff,” Boyd said.
If VSP chooses not to negotiate, Boyd said her company will still be here to provide the high-quality care customers expect.
Customers can pay out of pocket and submit to VSP for reimbursement; contact VSP to verify out-of-network benefits.
“This summer we will invest in our community again, adding in-house lens edging to our services, lowering costs for prescription lenses. It is our goal to offer high quality vision products and care to everyone in our community, regardless of your budget,” Boyd said.
If VSP offers a fair fee schedule increase, Konocti View Optometry will continue to participate in the VSP provider network. If you would like to encourage VSP to negotiate with the company, please call VSP member services at 1-800-877-7195.
“My husband and I grew up in Lake County. We chose to bring our skills back and serve our community. We understand the need for quality health care providers in Lake County and we are here to provide the highest quality of care possible. We look forward to serving you all for many years to come,” Boyd said.
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Assemblyman Devon Mathis authored the bill.
Mathis said the bill is meant to combat the multi-billion dollar problem of invasive pests that ravage the agricultural community. Pests disrupt ecosystems and pose a grave threat to agricultural crops.
“It is time to give county agricultural commissioners the enforcement tools they need to spur action and defend farms, both small and large, from this threat. Gone are the days in which negligent property owners face no consequences for their inactions as our agricultural community suffers. A pest infestation can ruin an entire year’s yield, jeopardizing the existence of farms both in my district and across the State of California. with this enforcement tool, county agricultural commissioners can ensure that the known existence of pests is dealt with promptly, before they spread to surrounding agricultural land and throughout the state,” Mathis said.
Mathis thanked the chair, members of the Committee, and committee staff for recognizing the gravity of the problem as well as approving the bill as a solution.
“As my bill continues to move through the legislative process, I will ensure that this bill will provide comfort to those who suffer from the devastating impact of pests,” Mathis said.
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The venue is located at 1350 Bennett Valley Road in Santa Rosa.
Hours are Friday, noon to 6 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (no admittance after 4 p.m. Sunday).
The event is open to the public. Admission of $7 is valid for the entire weekend.
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Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service is available while you shop.
For more information, visit www.gemfaire.com or contact Gem Faire Inc. at 503-252-8300 or
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AB 1013 (Lowenthal) requires establishments with a Type 48 license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to have signage displayed in a prominent and conspicuous location, letting patrons know that drug testing kits are available to test for common date-rape drugs, often referred to as ‘roofies.’
The required signage displays a message reading, “Don’t get roofied! Drink spiking drug test kits available here. Ask a staff member for details.”
A sample sign is available on ABC’s website and can be downloaded and printed by licensees.
The new law impacts approximately 2,400 licensees across California. Type 48 licenses are issued to bars and nightclubs. The license authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for consumption on the premises where sold. Minors are not allowed on the premises, and food service is not required.
Licensees will be responsible for procuring testing kits. ABC does not sell or provide kits, and does not recommend or endorse any specific company that does.
Additionally, Type 48 licensed premises must either offer the drug testing devices for sale to customers at a price not to exceed a reasonable amount based on the wholesale cost, or be given to customers free of charge. Drug testing devices could include test strips, stickers, straws or other devices that can detect the presence of controlled substances in drinks. These substances could include flunitrazepam, ketamine, and gamma hydroxybutyric acid.
License holders who do not comply with the new law could face administrative actions impacting their licenses.