Dear Neighbor‚
First‚ I want to wish you a happy Veterans Day! We remember and honor the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. It is because of their commitment and sacrifice that our nation remains strong and free.
The constitutional deadline for the governor to act on bills was October 14th. I’m pleased to share three bills I authored were signed into law. These bills were brought forward by constituents‚ and I’m proud to champion legislation in partnership with community stakeholders that provide innovative approaches and common sense solutions. SB 648 eliminates a technicality that prevented several school districts with students attending the Mountain Valley Special Education Joint Powers Authority from collecting state funding. SB 692 seeks to expand the pool of candidates eligible to sit on the South Fork Irrigation District board. SB 836 makes it easier for certain property owners to improve irrigation ditches so they can access their water rights.
I always appreciate the opportunity to be out in the district hearing from constituents. I received a warm and genuine welcome from community members‚ and my sincere gratitude to all who attended the meet-and-greets in Red Bluff‚ Orland‚ and Colusa! Special thanks to the numerous local elected officials who attended‚ and for giving me an update on matters pertaining to the region.
In closing‚ I’m always honored to work with constituents on legislation. My team and I are working on my legislative package for next year‚ I would love to hear your ideas - you can submit them here. Rural areas face many unique challenges‚ and together‚ we can bring forward measures that will help support and sustain our local communities for generations to come!
It’s an honor to serve you‚
Senator Brian Dahle
FYI
Here’s An Opportunity To Be Heard: BLM welcomes public input on their Northwest California Integrated Resources Management Plan. Comments may be hand-delivered or mailed to the BLM Arcata Field Office‚ 1695 Heindon Road‚ Arcata‚ CA‚ 95521-4573‚ or emailed.
Fair Plan Expands Coverage: California Department of Insurance Increases FAIR Plan Commercial Coverage Limits for HOAs‚ Condos‚ Farms‚ and Businesses. The Department of Insurance has permitted the FAIR Plan to increase commercial coverage limits to $20M per location for its Commercial Property Program and Business Owner’s Program. Click here for more info.
Need Help Paying That Ticket? The MyCitations online tool is now available in El Dorado & Plumas counties. This free resource can assist with determining if you are eligible for a reduction, payment plan‚ or community service for a traffic fine/fee.
CAL FIRE Cave Project (Prescribed Burn) In Cohasset: As Cal Fire and USFS continue to implement changes to their approach to wildfire reduction and suppression I appreciate their efforts in communicating to the public why projects like this are so important to improving safety conditions for wildland areas. Click here for more details.
CAL FIRE’s 2023-2024 Forest Health Draft Grant Announced! CAL FIRE will open solicitation on November 13th. Grant guidelines‚ applications‚ supporting documents‚ and a recorded workshop will be posted on the Forest Health Grantees Resources website. For additional information‚ please email ForestHealth@fire.ca.gov
At the Capitol
I had the opportunity to sit and discuss transportation‚ and trucking with Eric Sauer‚ CEO of the California Trucking Association. I’ve been outspoken about my commitment and support of the trucking industry and independent drivers. Our economy is sustained by these hardworking individuals. You can listen to the podcast here.
In the District
It was an honor to join in celebrating the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Redding Veterans Home. I can’t say enough about the work of the staff who take care of our veterans at this top-quality facility‚ and I thank CalVet Secretary Lindsey Sin for coming up to see Shasta County’s facilities, which are so important to the community‚ in person.
Wonderful to recognize an outstanding Modoc County community leader‚ Jerry Kresge‚ with a Lifetime Achievement Award and congratulate him on his recent retirement.
I was privileged to commemorate Roberti Ranch celebrating 100 years in business. I’m always honored to celebrate thriving businesses in the district!
Staff attended the Lassen Family Services Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony in memory of local fallen heroes Deputy Larry Griffith‚ Officer Robert McElrath‚ and Deputy Jack Hopkins. We will never forget their courageous service and ultimate sacrifice.
The 1st Annual Native American Cultural Celebration in Corning presented by Tehama County Health and Human Services was a lively event! The event thrived from the active participation of numerous community agencies offering educational and supportive services.
Team Dahle had the privilege of attending the Cultural Strategic Collaborative Burn at the Red Bluff Recreational Area. This event was organized by the United States Forest Service in collaboration with CAL FIRE‚ and brought together representatives from several stakeholders.
The French Meadows Restoration Project tour hosted by the Mountain Counties Water Resources Association was informative and engaging. Their focus is on effective‚ preventative measures such as mechanical thinning of our forests and prescribed burns.
Team Dahle attended the Ribbon Cutting for Work Health Solutions in Chico. Work Health Solutions is an organization who works with businesses to help provide health and wellness services.
Tonya Dowse‚ executive director of the Siskiyou Economic Development Council, discusses the importance of helping small‚ agriculture-based businesses grow and thrive in the rural community she serves. I appreciate the Siskiyou EDC’s work helping startups grow as part of the Shasta-Cascade Accelerate CA Innovation Hub.
Johnny Appleseed Days in Paradise was another crowd pleaser! Did you know the event dates back to 1888 and holds the distinction of being the oldest harvest festival in our state?
Members of our team attended the Artful Meet Up in Chico. The Chico Art Center has been in the Chico community since 1956‚ and is a wonderful outlet for local artists.
The Red Bluff-Tehama County Chamber of Commerce’s fall mixer and dinner was a wonderful celebration of the people and businesses that make the community great.
My staff joined in a regional conference on the Local Master Plan for Aging‚ hearing from community leaders on what our rural communities in the North State can do to help our growing number of elders.
Riders give an up-close demonstration of traditional Mexican dancing horses during the inaugural National Hispanic Heritage Celebration in downtown Redding on Oct. 15.
Team Dahle joined a community update from College and Career Options‚ a nonprofit organization that has worked for two decades to prepare students for their next steps after high school.
Ted James from Sierra Pacific Industries discusses how the company works with the Shasta College Heavy Equipment Logging Operations program to give students real-world practice on forestry job sites. I am proud of this innovative program that could only happen with a close partnership between the college and the private-sector companies that put students to work when they complete the program.
If you need assistance with any State agency‚ or have questions about legislation‚ please contact one of my offices below.