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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
The bill will protect survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination from weaponized defamation lawsuits.
Specifically, AB 933 will strengthen the legal protection of survivors who may face retaliatory defamation lawsuits from speaking publicly about their personal experiences.
“Survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination are our family, our neighbors, our friends, and our colleagues” said Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters), vice chair of the Legislative Women's Caucus. “We have to empower anyone who would expose those who've done them harm, because their courageous act will protect others.”
“Far too often, perpetrators of sexual misconduct, abuse, assault and harassment use the court system to punish survivors for speaking out about their abuse. This further victimizes those who bravely choose to come forward,” said Assemblymember Chris Ward (D-San Diego). “This bill will protect them from being silenced and lift up the voices of survivors, so they can freely share their experiences without fear of retaliation.”
The #MeToo movement gave many assault and harassment survivors the opportunity to bravely join countless others in sharing their stories on a national platform, in solidarity.
At the same time, it unveiled a toxic and predatory culture that persists across all sectors of employment and society. While survivors courageously came forward, many were served with defamation lawsuits by those who abused them.
In fact, defamation lawsuits have become the weapon of choice by perpetrators to intimidate, punish, and silence their accusers. Existing law makes certain publications and speech - including complaints of sexual harassment – privileged and protected from civil defamation actions.
However, these protections are limited. AB 933 expands protections for speech made by a survivor, without malice, about their own experience of sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination.
This bill would make it harder for perpetrators to retaliate against survivors with legal threats and intimidation, but does not apply to unfounded claims.
This bill also helps take the burden off of survivors by providing reasonable attorneys’ fees and damages if they successfully defend themselves against meritless defamation lawsuits.
AB 933 now heads to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.
Aguiar-Curry represents the Fourth Assembly District, which includes all of Lake, Colusa, Napa and Yolo counties, and part of Sonoma County.
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The event will take place at 2 p.m. at 13587 Santa Clara Ave. in Clearlake Park.
There will be beautiful raffle baskets and live music set in a genuine afternoon tea atmosphere. Wear your favorite hat for a potential prize.
Tickets cost $40 per person.
For reservations call 707-995-3646.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Lake County Wine Alliance has opened the beneficiaries application process for nonprofit organizations seeking grants through the annual Wine Auction.
The Lake County 2022 Wine Auction presented by Adventist Health distributed $300,000 to 40 different 2022 beneficiaries.
This was made possible due to the event’s sponsors, the generosity of Shannon Family of Wines for the use of the venue and the generous bidding the evening of the event.
The application process to be chosen for funds from the 2023 22nd Annual Lake County Wine Auction is now open. Go to winealliance.org to submit an application.
The deadline for submission of applications is May 1, 2023.
For more information or questions please contact Marie Beery at
The 2023 Lake County Wine Auction will be held on Sept. 16 at the Mercantile by Shannon Family of Wines.
There will be wine tasting, samples of many of Lake County food purveyors, a three-course dinner prepared by Lower Lake High School Culinary class, Saw Shop Public House and Woodland College Lake County.
For more information go to www.winealliance.org.
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Included are Mendocino County projects that may impact Lake County commuters, as well as work in Del Norte and Humboldt counties.
Caltrans advises motorists to drive with caution when approaching work areas and to be prepared to stop at traffic control stations.
The Caltrans Traffic Operations Office has reviewed each project and determined that individual project delays are expected to be less than the statewide policy maximum of 30 minutes unless
noted otherwise.
For updates to this list check QuickMap at www.dot.ca.gov or 1-800-GAS-ROAD (1-800-427-7623).
LAKE COUNTY
Highway 20
— Utility work west of Upper Lake near Scotts Valley Road will begin on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 15-minute delays.
— Utility work in Lucerne from Third Street to Country Club Drive will conclude on Friday, March 17. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
— Utility work in Lucerne from Fifth Street to Ogden Road will begin on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
Highway 29
— Road work north of Spruce Grove Road will continue. Lane closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
Highway 175
— Utility work will occur near Arroyo Vista Road on Wednesday, March 22. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
MENDOCINO COUNTY
Highway 1
— Tree work in Albion from Albion Little River Road to Little River Airport Road will occur on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
— Bridge work in Fort Bragg from Manzanita Street to Pudding Creek Road will begin on Friday, March 17. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
— Paving work in Fort Bragg from Airport Road to Happy Lane is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, March 21. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should expect up to 5-minute delays. LC#P1FA
— Utility work at Westport will occur on Tuesday, March 21. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
— Emergency work from Usal Road to Leggett at U.S. 101 will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 20-minute delays.
Highway 20
— Road work in Willits at Franklin Avenue will occur on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
Highway 101
— Slide removal at Pieta Creek Bridge continues. Northbound lane closures will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to five-minute delays.
— Bridge work at the Crawford Creek Bridge continues. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. weeknights. Motorists should expect up to five-minute delays.
— Bridge work near Henry Station Road continues. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Motorists should expect up to 10-minute delays.
— Tree work in Ukiah at the East Perkins Street Overcrossing will occur on Wednesday, March 22. Lane closures will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should expect minor slowdowns through the area.
— Irvine Lodge Safety Rest Area will be closed through May 2023.
— Emergency work from Leggett at Route 1 to Confusion Hill continues. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 20-minute delays.
DEL NORTE COUNTY
Highway 101
— Bridge work between Peine Road and Old Hunter Creek Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Construction in the Last Chance Grade area will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 25-minute delays.
Highway 199
— Electrical work near the Collier Tunnel Rest Area will continue. The rest area is currently closed. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
HUMBOLDT COUNTY
Highway 36
— Slipout repair near Burr Valley Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
Highway 96
— Highway construction between Hostler Fire Department Housing Road and Tish Tang Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect weekdays between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Emergency storm damage repair between Weitchpec Road and New Village Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect weekdays between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 15-minute delays.
— Tree work south of Bluff Creek Road will begin on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
Highway 101
— Slipout repair from the Mendocino County Line to just north of Hartsook Inn will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Bridge work south of Phillipsville will continue. Lane closures will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Bridge work near Myers Flat will continue. Lane closures will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Emergency work from ‘B’ Street to “D” Street will continue. A northbound lane closure will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Shoulder work from Route 200 to Georgia Pacific Road will continue. Lane closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays. Motorists should expect 10-minute delays.
Highway 169
— Roadway excavation between Division of Highways Road and Weitchpec Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
Highway 211
— Emergency work at Fernbridge will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should expect up to 10-minute delays.
— Emergency work at Fernbridge. A full closure will occur Friday, March 17 at 10 p.m. through Monday, March 20 at 5 a.m. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
Highway 254
— Flooding has occurred between Sorenson Road and Holmes Flat Road. A full closure is in effect. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
— Slide removal between Holmes Flat Road and Barkdull Road will continue. A full closure will be in effect. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
Highway 299
— Emergency culvert repair west of Old Highway 299 will begin on Tuesday, March 21. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Roadway excavation between Willow Creek and Old Three Creek Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
Highway 128
— Emergency work in Yorkville from Fish Rock Road to Sonoma County Line will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 20-minute delays.
Highway 162
— Bridge work at the Outlet Creek Bridge continues. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Motorists should expect up to 10-minute delays.
— Road work south of Dos Rios near the Rodeo Creek Bridge continues. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 3 p.m. to 7 a.m. weeknights. Motorists should expect up to 10-minute delays.
DEL NORTE COUNTY
Highway 101
— Bridge work between Peine Road and Old Hunter Creek Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Construction in the Last Chance Grade area will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 25-minute delays.
Highway 199
— Electrical work near the Collier Tunnel Rest Area will continue. The rest area is currently closed. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
HUMBOLDT COUNTY
Highway 36
— Slipout repair near Burr Valley Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.
Highway 96
— Highway construction between Hostler Fire Department Housing Road and Tish Tang Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect weekdays between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Emergency storm damage repair between Weitchpec Road and New Village Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect weekdays between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 15-minute delays.
— Tree work south of Bluff Creek Road will begin on Monday, March 20. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
Highway 101
— Slipout repair from the Mendocino County Line to just north of Hartsook Inn will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Bridge work south of Phillipsville will continue. Lane closures will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Bridge work near Myers Flat will continue. Lane closures will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Emergency work from ‘B’ Street to ‘D’ Street will continue. A northbound lane closure will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate minor traffic slowdowns.
— Shoulder work from Route 200 to Georgia Pacific Road will continue. Lane closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays. Motorists should expect 10-minute delays.
Highway 169
— Roadway excavation between Division of Highways Road and Weitchpec Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
Highway 211
— Emergency work at Fernbridge will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should expect up to 10-minute delays.
— Emergency work at Fernbridge. A full closure will occur Friday, March 17 at 10 p.m. through Monday, March 20 at 5 a.m. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
Highway 254
— Flooding has occurred between Sorenson Road and Holmes Flat Road. A full closure is in effect. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
— Slide removal between Holmes Flat Road and Barkdull Road will continue. A full closure will be in effect. Motorists should choose an alternate route.
Highway 299
— Emergency culvert repair west of Old Highway 299 will begin on Tuesday, March 21. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.
— Roadway excavation between Willow Creek and Old Three Creek Road will continue. One-way traffic control will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Motorists should anticipate up to 10-minute delays.