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WASHINGTON – Last week, the House of Representatives approved legislation that would stop a tax on 25 million middle-class families, including an estimated 45,000 tax filers in the 1st Congressional District.
The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 passed along with a number of other tax provisions as part of H.R. 1424, the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. It was added on by Senate Leadership as part of a package of tax relief bills that had already been passed by the House.
The AMT provision provides one-year relief from the AMT for millions of Americans who would otherwise be hit by a tax originally designed to affect the very wealthy.
"American families are already struggling to pay their bills," said Congressman Mike Thompson. "The House has passed this on multiple occasions. The Senate should have followed our lead in passing this critical tax relief a long time ago. While I don't agree with how it was added on to this particular bill in the middle of the night, I'm glad our middle class families will get some relief."
He added, "I believe we need to permanently fix the AMT problem, but that's going to require a broader effort to simplify our tax code and improve fairness," added Thompson. "I'm very hopeful that the next president will be willing to make that happen in a fiscally responsible way."
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According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, the approaching storm system that began moving into Lake County Thursday with gusty winds will continue until Saturday afternoon.
Because of predicted sustained winds of 25 miles per hour and gusts up to 40 miles per hour, a wind advisory has been issued – as well as a red flag warning for high fire danger, due to the low humidity and high winds.
A low pressure system moving down from Canada also will lower the temperatures, with daytime highs only reaching the mid to low 60s both Friday and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Low temperatures are forecast to dip into the upper 30s and low 40s.
With the winds tapering off on Saturday, combined with the low daytime highs, there is a possibility that the first frost of the season will occur overnight Saturday and into Sunday morning in Lake County.
Protect frost-tender outdoor plants by covering them on Saturday night. By Sunday, the low pressure system is forecast to move out of the area, and daytime temperatures are predicted to climb back to the upper 70s and low 80s through most of next week.
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Harbor Village Artists is located at 6197 East Highway 20, adjacent to Lucerne Harbor Park, in Lucerne. The event is open to the public.
The four studios/galleries will be open and many of the artists will be on hand to welcome the public to explore the new artist center, view the array of local artwork, enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres, and perhaps even purchase a piece of artwork or two.
The first of its kind in Lake County, the new Harbor Village Artists center is a cluster of four charming Alpine-style artist cottages tucked into a park-like setting on the shore of Clear Lake. Each cottage houses a retail art gallery and working art studio featuring works for sale by local and regional artists. Artist works for sale include original oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings, Pomo baskets, sculpture, jewelry, original gourd art, gifts, and hand-painted tiles. Gallery shops include The Gourd Gallery, Konocti Art Gallery/Studio, Lakeside Art, and Pomo Fine Arts Gallery.
SHOWCASE OF LOCAL ART
The concept for Harbor Village Artists began when the Lake County Redevelopment Agency purchased four small units adjacent to Lucerne Harbor Park. Major renovations were done by the County’s Public
Services Department, and the finished cottages now evoke a charming Alpine village, consistent with the design theme of the town of Lucerne.
This spring, in an effort to stimulate commerce and tourism and to foster the arts, the Redevelopment Agency reviewed numerous applications by local artists and artist groups, each interested in operating a studio/gallery in one of the cottages. The result: four local artist groups each have created their own retail galleries and working studios to present an incredible array of local works for sale to the public.
“We are excited to see the level of support, enthusiasm, and amazing artistic talent that has really made this project come together,” said Kelly Cox, County Administrative Officer and Director of the Lake County Redevelopment Agency. “It really showcases what private-public partnership is all about.”
Over the months of renovations, the project garnered community interest and support, including that of the North Shore Business Association, whose president, Kenny Parlet – owner of Lakeview Supermarket in Lucerne – rallied volunteers in September to help roll out the sod for the beautiful grassy area at the entrance to the complex.
District 3 Supervisor Denise Rushing expressed gratitude to the community for their support. “The energy created during the development of this artist village has the potential to spark change and a renewed vitality in this community,” Rushing said. “Art has the power to transform individuals and communities, and we’re hopeful these efforts will further that transformation.”
Rushing, along with Deputy Redevelopment Director Eric Seely, will be at the grand opening celebration. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony, performed by the Lakeport Regional Chamber of Commerce, will begin promptly at 5 p.m.
HARBOR VILLAGE ARTISTS
The Harbor Village Artists center is home to the following galleries/studios:
The Gourd Gallery
The Gourd Gallery specializes in decorative gourds of all sizes and shapes. Gourd artists Marilyn Crayton, Linda Kelly, and Sandie Coelho-Davis individually design and paint each gourd using various techniques including woodburning, carving, dyeing, and even sewing. Guest artists will be featured and demonstrations and classes offered. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about The Gourd Gallery, contact Marilyn Crayton, 274-2346.
Konocti Art Gallery/Studio
The Konocti Art Gallery/Studio features works by four experienced painters: Ray Farrow, local landscapes in alkyds, oils, and acrylics; Meredith Gambrel, scenic watercolors; Joan Facca, oils and pastels; and Richard Seisser, sketching, pen-and-ink, watercolor, acrylic, and pastels. Fine art demonstrations and lessons offered. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about Konocti Art, contact Ray Farrow, 278-0323.
Lakeside Art
Lakeside Art features fine arts and crafts by eight artists and artisans: Barbara LeVasseur, oils, gouache, and hand-painted ceramic tiles; Lynn Hughes, custom beaded jewelry; Diana Liebe, watercolors and hand-painted clothing; Patricia Oates, oils; Carolyn Hawley, oils; Jackie Smythe, oils, watercolors, ink drawings, and photography; Carolyn Morris, oils; and Ruth Morgan, watercolors. Art openings, music, and limited studio workshops offered. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about Lakeside Art, contact Barbara LeVasseur, 274-1393.
Pomo Fine Arts Gallery
Pomo Fine Arts Gallery features traditional, authentic, and contemporary art works by several Pomo artists. This native-owned gallery, managed by Luwana Quitiquit, features a range of works by tribal artists including beautiful Pomo baskets, paintings, gourds, dolls, and jewelry. Demonstrations, art exhibits, and events are offered. Open Wednesday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about Pomo Fine Arts Gallery, contact Luwana Quitiquit, 349-9588.
For information about the grand opening event or the Harbor Village Artists, call (707) 274-2346.
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The crash happened shortly after 7 p.m. on Spring Valley Road one and a half miles north of the community's store.
Officials at the scene reported they believed up to three people had been involved but one was missing.
The car involved, the make of which was not stated in initial reports, was seen speeding shortly before the collision, and the driver may have been under the influence, according to the California Highway Patrol's incident logs.
Although the CHP initially indicated there were no injuries, a lot of blood was reported at the scene. Fire officials reported some subjects related to the crash were walking down the road.
Clearlake Police was contacted and asked to look for a subject involved in the crash at a Clearlake address.
No further information on the driver of the passengers was available late Wednesday.
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