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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — On Sunday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Clear Lake Environmental Research Center, or CLERC, was chosen as the 2025 Lake County Climate Crisis Champion.
Each year, Rep. Thompson recognizes community members across California’s Fourth Congressional District to honor for their outstanding efforts to address our ongoing climate crisis.
“The Clear Lake Environmental Research Center has been at the forefront of Lake County community’s fire prevention and fight against climate change,” said Thompson. “CLERC has made significant contributions to the Lake County community through their commitment to advancing environmental resilience, wildfire prevention and climate action. The center has established a team of over a dozen professionals with expertise in biology, fire science, water resource management, and more who are essential in the center’s mission. This organization is an excellent example of a local science-based group working for the betterment of their community and our environment. I am honored to recognize them as a Climate Crisis Champion.”
Rep. Thompson was honored to award this year’s Climate Crisis Champions across each of our five counties in the 4th District: Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo.
Champions are selected for their significant efforts to combat our continuing climate crisis and protect our environment at home in our communities.
Through their advocacy, Climate Crisis Champions are helping to build a more sustainable future for all.
This year’s venue, Crocker & Starr, is an industry leader in environmental awareness and winery sustainability. Being a Napa Certified Green Winery is at the core of Crocker & Starr as they have always strived to be good stewards of the land.
A complete list of 2025 Climate Crisis Champions include:
• Clear Lake Environmental Research Center – 2025 Lake County Climate Crisis Champion.
• Gustavo Aviña – 2025 Napa County Climate Crisis Champion.
• Justina Salinas – 2025 Solano County Climate Crisis Champion.
• Robert Ashe – 2025 Sonoma County Climate Crisis Champion.
• Yocha Dehe Chairman Anthony Roberts – 2025 Yolo County Climate Crisis Champion.
Thompson is proud to represent California’s Fourth Congressional District, which includes all or part of Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo counties.
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Applications must be submitted in writing on forms provided by the city and delivered to the City Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. April 30.
Application forms are available here, at City Clerk’s Office at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St., or by request via email at
Key points for applicants:
• The permits are for Lakeport nonprofits only. Applying organizations must have a membership of at least 20 members who either reside in the city, are employed in the city, or are owners or operators of a business or other establishment located in the city.
• Only one application per nonprofit organization is allowed. Multiple or transferred applications will be voided.
• Up to four permits will be issued citywide.
• If more than four qualified applications are received, priority will be given to nonprofits with continuous permits since 2007; remaining permits will be awarded by random drawing.
• Qualified applicants that are not selected will be placed on a waiting list for future opportunities.
If approved, applicants must submit the following supporting documents by June 1:
• Proof of stand location and permission from property owner.
• State Fire Marshal retail sales permit.
• Liability insurance certificate naming the City as additional insured.
• Temporary sales tax permit from the California State Board of Equalization.
At least one representative from each permitted nonprofit must attend a fireworks safety seminar coordinated by the Lakeport Fire Department and the fireworks wholesaler. Failure to attend will result in revocation of the permit.
Applicants will be notified of the status of their applications by May 1.
The City Council reserves the right to suspend fireworks sales in the event of a declared wildfire-related state of emergency.
For questions or to request an application form, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 707-263-5615 or email
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“Each day, our public safety dispatchers stand as the first line of support for California’s communities and our officers in the field,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee. “Their calm, professionalism, compassion and unwavering commitment under pressure save lives and keep us all safe. We honor these extraordinary individuals whose voices guide us through our darkest moments and whose dedication exemplifies the very best of public service.”
CHP dispatchers are trained to handle high-pressure situations, whether coordinating responses to traffic crashes, natural disasters or other emergencies. Without their commitment, devotion and hard work, countless lives and properties would be in jeopardy.
With each new crisis, dispatchers are an indispensable link between our officers, the public and vital support services, ensuring the right resources are deployed swiftly and effectively.
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is a nationally recognized week designated by Congress to honor and show appreciation for those who perform telecommunications-related duties.
In recognition of their importance, Assembly Bill 1945, signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2020, officially classified public safety dispatchers as first responders — a well-deserved acknowledgment of their vital work behind the scenes.
The CHP operates 24 Communications Centers across California and employs nearly 800 public safety operators and dispatchers. In 2024 alone, CHP dispatchers answered more than 5.8 million calls for service, which included 3.9 million 9-1-1 calls.
In an emergency, every second counts. If you need to call 9-1-1, remember to stay calm, speak clearly and follow the dispatcher’s instructions — they will be there to help you.
The CHP seeks individuals ready to serve as public safety dispatchers and operators. If you have strong communication skills, can stay calm under pressure and are committed to helping others, this may be your opportunity.
To learn more and view upcoming hiring events, visit CHPBeTheVoice.com.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of safety, service and security.
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has published the Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan for California.
The plan, an update to the 1998 Black Bear Management Plan, draws upon the latest scientific tools and methods to conserve, manage, and monitor black bear populations in California.
California is home to an estimated 60,000 black bears, among the largest populations in the United States, along with 40 million people. Management of this iconic species is complex, and opinions can sometimes vary on how best to ensure the health of this species and minimize human-wildlife conflict throughout the state.
“The Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan for California aims to balance the many diverse viewpoints about black bears while greatly enhancing our ability to ensure healthy populations in the future,” said CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham.
The Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan was developed using the latest peer-reviewed scientific methods and a transparent public engagement process. A draft of the plan was released publicly one year ago and received comments and input from more than 5,000 individuals and groups, all of which CDFW worked to address in the final publication.
“This plan allows us to employ the best available science to understand populations and make informed management and regulatory decisions going forward to ensure black bears thrive into the future and can be enjoyed by all Californians,” said Arjun Dheer, CDFW’s Statewide Black Bear Coordinator.
The plan provides the foundation to meet two overarching goals:
Conserve and manage black bear populations that are ecologically functional, disease-resilient, and genetically diverse statewide and regionally, and conserve and enhance their habitats.
Provide opportunities for black bear hunting, viewing, and public education; minimize human-black bear conflict; consider animal welfare in black bear conservation and management; and be inclusive of all Californians in black bear conservation and management decisions.
Pursuant to these goals, CDFW is conducting intensive population monitoring of black bears across California using GPS collars, den checks, camera traps, hunter harvested tooth samples, and the collection of DNA samples from hair snare stations.
Due to California’s geographic size and ecological diversity, the Black Bear Conservation and Management Plan divides the state into nine Bear Conservation Regions where populations will be monitored and managed independently of other regions.
Publication of the plan does not change any hunting regulations or bear harvest limits. Any changes to hunting regulations or the statewide annual bear harvest limit will be conducted through the California Fish and Game Commission public process.