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Controlled Traffic Public Service Announcement
April 30th through May 2nd from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm there will controlled traffic at various intersections throughout the city for a storm drain flow study. May 6th through May 10th from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm there will controlled traffic at various intersections throughout the city for a storm drain flow study. If you have questions, please call The City of Crescent City Public Works Department at (707) 464-9506 ext 226.
Supervisors Move a Step Closer to Adopting a Strategic Plan
The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors inched forward on adopting its first- ever Strategic Plan, the County road map establishing priorities for the coming fiscal year. Assistant County Administrative Office Randy Hooper addressed supervisors on framework drafts that identified four focus areas: • County Staffing and Capacity • Infrastructure and Economic Development ...
In My View: Coffee and a chat with Chris
The California Primary results were certified by the Secretary of State on April 12. This election is now officially decided. In the race to replace our Assemblymember Jim Wood, Republican Mike Greer got the most votes with a total 39,050 (27.6%) of the votes. This is equivalent to the number of Republican voters in the district. In this primary campaign the competition was between six Democrats fighting for second place. Only the top two candidates will advance to the General Election on November 4. These...
City Continues its Mission to Provide More Senior Housing
The City took two separate actions last Monday, one as the Housing Authority, the other as the lender and property owner of the land once was the El Patio Motel, to provide desperately needed senior housing. First, Councilors adjourned to the Crescent City Housing Authority then directed the Housing Director to execute an Agreement to Enter into a Housing Assistance Payments (AHAP) contract with Crescent City H Street LP for 26 Project Based Voucher (PBV) units at Harbor Point. ...
Marine Board issues waterway advisory
The Oregon Marine Board has issued a safety advisory concerning waterway obstructions. Heavy wind and rain from winter storms cause trees to plunge into Oregon rivers. Trees become obstructions, a risk for all boaters, including paddlers, rafters, and drift boats," according to the Marine Board. Some of these obstructions will become more dangerous as river levels drop, requiring boats to portage around the obstructions for safe navigation. ...
Letter: Governor’s handling of homeless disappointing
As a concerned citizen, I feel compelled to express my deep disappointment in Governor Gavin Newsom’s handling of the homelessness crisis plaguing our state. Despite billions of dollars allocated towards this issue, it’s disheartening to see that the situation has only worsened, with families forced to live on the streets or in makeshift shelters like buses. The proliferation of tent cities and skid rows is not just a blight on our communities but a stark reminder of the systemic failure to provide adequate support and...
Major Renovations planned for Wastewater Treatment Plant
The City Council approved long-awaited Renovations on the Wastewater Treat Plant (WWTP). The WWTP is operated via contract with Jacobs Engineering. Jacobs Staff were on hand in the audience and via Zoom to address technical questions by councilors and the Public. The Resolution for amending the agreement with the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) amends the financial arrangements between the City and the SWRCB. A second Resolution approved amending the City budget for fiscal year 2023-24. ...
Board Appoints New County Counsel
The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors approved and adopted the Resolution to appoint Jacqueline Roberts as County Counsel, effective April 12. Roberts, a six year employee of Del Norte, served as Interim County Counsel after Joel Campbell-Blair resigned to become Humboldt County Assistant County Counsel in March. Roberts is a graduate of University of California, Berkeley, 2005, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law-Juris Doctorate, Trial Advocacy in May, 2013.
Five Myths About Social Security
For most of us, Social Security is – or will be -- essential for helping to cover daily living expenses and pay bills as we get older. The bottom line is that Social Security is your money, earned through a lifetime of hard work. Yet there are persistent misconceptions about its long-term financial stability and how it works. Here are facts behind five of the most stubborn Social Security myths. Myth #1: Social Security is going broke. The facts: Social Security will not run out...
The PFAS Alternatives Act
The PFAS Alternatives Act Could Be a Crucial Step Towards Banning Firefighting Turnout Gear with “Forever Chemicals” Firefighters encounter countless health threats on the job, from smoke inhalation to serious injuries from collapsing structures. Still, a more obscure risk they face is toxic exposure. Many firefighters use the fire suppressant AFFF to extinguish fires stemming from combustible and flammable liquids and gases, such as alcohol, gasoline, solvents, jet fuel, and lacquers. This firefighting foam contains high concentrations of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as...
Letter: Exciting Days are Here
A pack of activities come for Juniors and Seniors now. For instance, Del Norte High School will have prom on April 20. I missed many teenage joys, like prom, because a drunken driver hit me when I was 16 in 1992. I graduated in 1993 in a wheelchair with hearing difficulties. After 32 years, my hearing is still damaged, and I can walk as best as I can. I am used to my daily challenges, but I am trying to prevent others from facing this. ...
Del Norte High Senior vies for Dairy Princess title
Three young women will compete for the District 1 Dairy Princess title, May 10 at the River Lodge in Fortuna. DNHS senior Talyn Hodson will vie for the prestigious honor of Dairy Princess. Talyn will compete against Grace Scilacci and Mariah Bravo, both students at Fortuna High. Talyn is the daughter of Michelle and Richard Wetherell of Ft. Dick. Talyn plans to attend College of the Redwoods and study Forensics,...
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