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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
The council will meet for a closed session at 5 p.m. for labor negotiations with the Clearlake Middle Management Association and Clearlake Police Officers Association, and initiation of a case of litigation before the public meeting convenes at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 6, in the council chambers at Clearlake City Hall, 14050 Olympic Drive.
The agenda can be found here.
The meeting will be broadcast live on the city's YouTube channel or the Lake County PEGTV YouTube Channel.
Community members also can participate via Zoom. The webinar ID is 821 8021 0243, the pass code is 144716. One tap mobile is available at +16694449171,,89751530051#, or join by phone at 669-444-9171 or 253-205-0468.
Under business, the council will hear a presentation and hold a discussion on the city’s water providers.
City Manager Alan Flora’s report to the council said they will be asked to “discuss Clearlake’s water providers and the associated challenges resulting from three separate water districts operating within the City.”
His brief written report said the city, “as recently as last year, had five separate water providers within the City limits. Today there are three, Konocti County Water District, Golden State Water Company, and Highlands Mutual Water Company. All three have different governance structures, access to funding, rate structures, and reliability of infrastructure.”
The report continues, “While the City has been paying attention to water system issues for a few years, it has been a goal for 2024 to be more active in trying to resolve the challenges through potential consolidation. While attempts have been made to discuss challenges with the current environment and the benefits of consolidation, those have largely been met with resistance from the water providers.”
Flora said that in an effort “to share accurate information with customers and community members,” the city is developing resources on its website and is kicking off a serious of presentations from various water experts.
The council also is set to approve the award of several contracts for projects throughout the city.
Those include a contract for the Wayfinding and Digital Marquee Signage Projects with Square Signs LLC Design for $306,560, a $2,018,696 contact with Argonaut Constructors for the South Ballpark Road Rehabilitation Project, an award for the Tree Streets Road Rehabilitation Project and a $6,164,002.40 award to Lamon Construction for the Clearlake Park Road Rehabilitation Project.
In other business, the council will receive an update on the new Clearview AI Investigative Platform. The Clearlake Police Department is using facial recognition software manufactured by Clearview AI.
On the meeting's consent agenda — items that are considered routine in nature and usually adopted on a single vote — are warrants; minutes; continuation of the director of emergency services/city manager proclamation declaring a local emergency for winter storms; adoption of Resolution No. 2024-23, calling for and giving notice of the general municipal election.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Get ready for the Lake County Library's exciting summer reading challenge, starting on Thursday, June 6.
This year's theme invites all to "Read, Renew, Repeat!”
By participating in the library's summer reading program, children, teens and adults have a chance to win prizes, ranging from stickers and small toys for kids to a Kindle Fire tablet or local business gift cards.
“Engaging in this program is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to challenge themselves to read more. For students, reading during the summer break helps prevent learning loss and sets them up for a successful start to the next school year. Reading for pleasure also builds vocabulary and literacy skills,” the library reported.
One past participant shared their experience, saying, “What I like the most is that my daughters have the opportunity to read about different genres, cultures, and a diversity of writers. They get very excited every time we go to the library and get new books.”
The library offers tailored programs for pre-K, kids, teens and adults. Even children who haven't yet mastered reading on their own can participate, with parents recording the books they read together.
Starting June 6, residents can register for the summer reading challenge on the Library's website or in person at the library. Registration remains open until Aug. 3, ensuring ample time for signing up.
Simply visit the library website at http://library.lakecountyca.gov and click on "Summer Reading" to get started.
Residents are also invited to visit their local branch or the bookmobile in person to sign up.
On Saturday, June 8, starting at 10:30 a.m., each library will host a Super Sign Up event complete with sidewalk chalk and fun.
Once registered, participants can dive into books and earn points by logging their reading progress either online or by visiting the library.
All types of reading material borrowed from the library counts, including eBooks, print books, audiobooks, magazines, and comics.
To make summer reading even more enjoyable, the library offers enticing prizes. Adults and teens have a chance to win exciting rewards through a prize drawing at the end of the program. Kids can earn fun toys and stickers. The more points participants earn, the higher their chances of winning. The prizes are generously provided by the Friends of the Lake County Library, a community non-profit membership organization.
Upon reaching 1,000 points, participants will also have a book donated to the library in their name by the Friends of the Lake County Library. The book will bear their name, commemorating their reading achievement, and they will have the privilege of being the first person to check it out.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your summer more exciting and rewarding with great reads and prizes. Register at http://library.lakecountyca.gov to discover more about this exciting summer reading challenge.
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Excessive heat watches and warnings went into place on Tuesday.
For Lake County, a heat advisory is in effect from 8 a.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Thursday due to anticipated temperatures of between 95 and 103 degrees and temperatures into the 70s at night.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services said Lake County’s HeatRisk on Wednesday is high and residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight clothing, avoid outdoor activities between 10 a.m. adn 4 p.m. and remain in cool places during the day.
Cooling options across Lake County include the Lake County Library and Lake County Behavioral Health Peer Support Centers. OES said details are available at Ready.LakeCountyCA.gov under the "Response" tab.
The National Weather Service said temperatures in the Central Valley may reach up to 105 degrees, with Death Valley National Park likely reaching 118 to 121 degrees.
Given this extreme weather, the state is entering phase 2 of its Extreme Temperature Response Plan, which is triggered by NWS predictions of excessive heat activity and moves the state into action to coordinate an all-hands response by the state government.
As the changing climate is making heat waves more intense and frequent, extreme heat kills more Americans each year than any other extreme weather events, including wildfires, droughts, and floods.
Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the launch of ready.ca.gov — a new one-stop shop for Californians to prepare for emergencies and extreme weather.
The new website is part of Listos California, which is a state effort that connects communities with in-language resources before, during and after emergencies.
How you can stay safer from extreme heat
Stay cool (During the hottest times of the day):
• Those without air conditioning should check with their city or county for cooling centers or visit public locations such as a library or shopping mall.
• Avoid physical exertion or exercising outdoors.
• Wear lightweight, light colored, loose clothing, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Stay hydrated:
• Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, even when not thirsty; drink sports drinks (in moderation with water) to help replace electrolytes lost during exercise.
• Avoid sugary, alcoholic, and very cold drinks.
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.
Stay connected:
• Monitor those at high risk of heat-related illness including infants and young children; people 65 years of age or older; individuals with chronic illness, disabilities or who are pregnant.
• Californians are also encouraged to check on their neighbors – call or visit vulnerable people, and offer to pick up groceries, medication, and other necessities. Older adults, young children and babies, people with chronic medical conditions and those who are pregnant are most vulnerable.
• Use a buddy system when working in the heat.
Stay informed:
• Check the local news for weather forecasts, extreme heat alerts, and cooling centers.
Stay safe outdoors:
• Warm summer weather is causing continued snow melt from winter’s record snowpack, resulting in colder and faster water that continues today.
Remember to always be safe around the water:
• Make sure you and your loved ones wear properly fitting, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. Several public and private entities make life jackets available to the public on a loan basis.
• Always supervise children by appointing a designated “water watcher.”
• Know your limits. Swimming in a lake, ocean or river is different from swimming in a pool.
• If someone is in distress, seek help from a lifeguard or call 9-1-1 if one is not available.
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On Tuesday, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Mike Thompson (CA-04), Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-05), House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (CA-33), House Assistant Minority Leader Joe Neguse (CO-02), Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02), and Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-07) held a press conference marking the start of Gun Violence Awareness Month and the upcoming two-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
“It’s the 156th day of the year and our country has already experienced 197 mass shootings. That’s unacceptable,” said Thompson, Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. “Two years ago this month, Democrats helped pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, cementing the most significant gun violence prevention law in thirty years. But our work isn’t done. While Democrats push for progress, Republicans stand in the way of safer communities. This June, during Gun Violence Prevention Month, we are recommitting ourselves to keep up the fight against gun violence.”
“Two years ago this month, Democrats enacted the Safer Communities Act — the most significant effort to save kids from gun violence since before my own children were even born. It was a once-in-a-generation kind of achievement. But it shouldn’t be,” said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. “As Democrats have always made clear, this law is just the first step. But under this Republican Majority, we have seen nothing but cruel inaction. Not one vote to save a single life. That’s the difference between the two sides of the aisle. Republicans are here to pull stunts. Democrats are here to solve problems.”
“Two years ago, Democrats and Republicans came together in the most significant piece of legislation that we have been able to accomplish in the last 30 years,” said Chair Pete Aguilar. “We urge House Republicans to join us to protect our kids and their futures, and to come to the table to find a meaningful path forward to end gun violence once and for all.”
“Coloradans and Americans across our country are demanding that the United States Congress do something about the scourge of gun violence,” said Assistant Leader Joe Neguse. “And House Democrats have risen to the occasion — heeded that call. You heard from Chairman Thompson, from Chairman Aguilar, from Whip Clark about the work we did just a few short years ago to get the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act across the finish line — not the last step, but an important first step.”
“The American people intimately know the impact of gun violence too well,” said Rep. Robin Kelly. “Every year, 43,000 people die from gun violence. Behind each of those deaths are family members, loved ones, coworkers, and friends who miss them every day. The toll of gun violence should move Congress to action, yet many of my colleagues across the aisle don’t even recognize gun violence as a problem. We must choose to change course and save lives. Inaction is not an option.”
“I came to Congress after my son was murdered by a man with a gun. For years, I had been a mother crying out to our elected officials to take action to end the horror of gun violence that ripped apart families like mine and put dread in the hearts of parents,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. “Through bipartisan steps in Congress and the work of the Biden-Harris Administration, the tides are changing. I feel my son’s legacy every single day in this work, and I was proud to join my colleagues on the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force today to kick off Gun Violence Awareness Month as we continue this fight to save lives.”
The tragic death of Hadiya Pendleton, who was shot and killed at age fifteen just days after performing at President Obama’s second inauguration, inspired the creation of Gun Violence Awareness Day on the first Friday in June. Gun Violence Awareness Month is recognized as an extension of the day.
The Gun Violence Prevention Task Force was founded in the wake of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012 when 20 students and 6 educators were slaughtered in a senseless act of violence.
This group, consisting of 180 Members of Congress, is devoted to finding commonsense solutions to our nation's ongoing gun violence epidemic. Rep. Thompson has served as Chair since the Task Force’s founding.
Task Force members helped pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), the most consequential gun violence prevention legislation signed into law in decades. President Biden signed the BSCA into law in June of 2022.
The BSCA:
• Provided $750 million for State Crisis Intervention Programs (includes Red Flag laws).
• Closed the “Boyfriend Loophole.”
• Tightened the definition of “Federally Licensed Firearms Dealer” to ensure more firearm sales require a background check.
• Enhanced background checks for 18 to 20-year-olds to ensure that juvenile records are considered in the background check process.
• Created federal straw purchasing and trafficking criminal offenses, allowing prosecutors to target dangerous illegal gunrunners.
• Provided $250 million for Community Violence Intervention Programs.
• Invested in children and family mental health services.
• Increased funding for school safety, school mental health resources, and school resource officers.