Friday, 29 March 2024

Community

UKIAH – Santa is coming to Ukiah.


The Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce and the city of Ukiah welcomes you to the Small Town Christmas event at the Alex R. Thomas Plaza in downtown Ukiah.


The Christmas celebration will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5.


Enjoy cookies, juice, and a free photo with Santa under the pavilion from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.


The evening is complete with music, vendors and tree lighting, and will be followed by the Truckers Light Parade.


For more information call the Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce at 707-462-4705 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

NORTH COAST – Caltrans reports that the following road projects will be taking place around Lake County during the coming week.

Included are Mendocino County projects that may impact Lake County commuters.

Caltrans will suspend work on Northern California highways from Wednesday, Nov., 25, through Sunday, Nov. 29, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary for Caltrans maintenance forces to respond to emergency situations.

LAKE COUNTY

Highway 175


– Nancy Kayman of Lakeport has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit to install a driveway near Forestry Station Access Road. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will
be in effect. Motorists should anticipate 5-minute delays. LC#P175CA

MENDOCINO COUNTY

Highway 1

– Construction of a retaining wall about three miles north of Elk will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate 10-minute delays. Contractor – Granite Construction of Ukiah.

Highway 20


– Construction of a retaining wall 0.4 mile east of Three Chop Road will continue. One-way traffic control with a temporary signal will be in effect 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Motorists should anticipate five-minute delays.  Contractor – Granite Construction of Ukiah.

Highway 101

– Bridge deck repairs at the Cummings Road Bridge will continue. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., weekdays. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction of travel. Motorists may experience minor
traffic slowdowns.  Contractor – DeBruin Construction Inc. of French Camp.

Highway 128

– AT&T of Walnut Creek has been granted a Caltrans Encroachment Permit for utility relocation from 1.5 to 3.5 miles east of Mountain House Road.  Work hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Motorists should anticipate 5-minute delays.

Please keep in mind work on all these projects is weather permitting and subject to change.

Caltrans wishes to advise motorists to drive with caution when approaching work areas and to be prepared to stop at traffic control stations.

For information pertaining to emergency roadwork or for updates to scheduled roadwork, please contact the California Highway Information Network (CHIN) at 1-800-GAS-ROAD (1-800-427-7623).

WALNUT CREEK – The latest holiday travel report from AAA Northern California finds growing signs that recession-battered Californians are willing to travel again, especially when it comes to family-centric holidays.
 
AAA Northern California’s latest travel survey predicts more than 3.5 million Californians plan to travel 50 miles or more this extended, four-day Thanksgiving holiday weekend. This represents an overall increase of 8 percent compared to 2008.
 
“This year’s expected increase in travel appears to reflect improved consumer confidence from one year ago, better financial market performance and a growing sense among many consumers that the worst of the global economic crisis is behind us,” said AAA Northern California spokesperson Cynthia Harris.
 
Travel by car represents one of the strongest areas of growth this year. AAA projects more than 3 million Californians will travel by motor vehicle during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. That represents a 9 percent increase compared to last year.

About 267,000 Californians are planning to travel by air, which is a decrease of 1 percent compared to last year. Just over 250,000 state residents are expected to travel by other modes of transportation, such as boats or trains. This represents an increase of 9 percent compared to last year.
 
Nationally, AAA expects 38.4 million people will travel 50 miles or more during the four-day weekend. That’s a 1.4 percent increase compared to last year.
 
An average West Coast family of four will save money by staying with friends and family, with overall expenditures of $817 over the holiday weekend. Families that forego airports will drive an average of 664 miles over the four day holiday weekend. AAA Three Diamond and Two Diamond lodgings are expected to be 11 percent lower, with West Coast travelers spending an average of $146 on accommodations. Car rental rates are up about 7 percent compared to last year’s Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
 
Despite airfares dropping by 4 percent compared to last year, added surcharges and fees and reduced capacity and routes have contributed to a decline in air travel. Californians who take to the skies during this holiday weekend will pay an average price of $170 per round trip ticket.
 
As part of AAA’s ongoing commitment to provide safety and protection to motorists, AAA’s Tipsy Tow Program offers a free tow for drinking drivers in Northern California from 6 p.m. on Nov. 26 until 6 a.m. on Nov. 27, in Northern California, Nevada and Utah. Members and non-members alike can call (800) 222-4357 (AAA-HELP) for a free tow of up to five miles.
 
“Just tell the AAA operator, ‘I need a Tipsy Tow,’ and a truck will be on its way,” said Harris. “Service is restricted to a one-way ride for the driver and his or her vehicle to the driver’s home.”

While many airlines are trying to maximize revenue by charging extra fees per checked item, travelers should re-examine the best and most cost effective way of transporting holiday gifts, sporting equipment, and extra luggage.

Minimize stress and expense by doing the following:
 
–Find out what your airline policy is regarding extra baggage and fees.
– Consider renting items that you might need while on vacation. Your travel agent can advise you as to what items or sporting equipment are available at your destination.
– Ship items directly to your destination rather than going through security checkpoints.
–Tag your shipped items and carry-on luggage. Make sure your name, address, and cell phone number are on all checked or shipped bags. By placing bright colored tape or large travel I.D. tags on your luggage, you will be able to recognize them quickly.
– Make sure to insure all items you ship.

LAKE COUNTY – Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol want to remind motorists to prepare for winter weather, especially when traveling to areas which may experience snow and ice.


Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition. In particular, check the antifreeze, tire pressure and tread, brakes, windshield wipers, heater, defroster, and exhaust system.


When traveling to snow country, motorists should carry tire chains that are the proper type and size, and are in good condition. Chains must be installed on the drive wheels, so make sure you know if your vehicle is front or rear wheel drive.


Other useful items to take are a flashlight, chain repair links, ice scraper or spray deicer, and a shovel. Taking along water, food, warm blankets, and extra clothing will make you more comfortable if you experience a lengthy delay.


And before you leave, put an extra door key in your pocket; a number of motorists have locked themselves out of their cars when putting on chains.


“A prepared motorist is a safer motorist to themselves, other travelers, and our highway workers,” said Caltrans District 1 Director Charlie Fielder.


In addition to being prepared, motorists should use caution as well as common sense.


Don’t be rushed; get an early start to allow more time to reach your destination safely. Let someone know your travel plans, the route you plan to take and when you expect to arrive, and update them if

things change.


Keep your fuel tank full in case it’s necessary to change routes or you get caught in a traffic delay.


And, above all, be more observant and slow down. A highway speed of 55 or 65 miles an hour may be

safe in dry weather, but is an invitation for trouble on snow or ice. Snow and ice make stopping distances much longer, so leave more distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.


Bridge decks and shady spots can be icy when other areas are not. Remember to avoid sudden stops and quick direction changes.


“Many collisions are caused by driving too fast for current conditions, especially during winter storms,” said Adam Jäger, California Highway Patrol Garberville Area Lieutenant Commander.


Before traveling and during your trip, be sure to check current road conditions.


Call the California Highway Information Network at 1-800-427-7623, or go online to www.dot.ca.gov .

LAKE COUNTY -- On Dec. 1, World AIDS Day, the Board of Supervisors will declare the month of December as AIDS Awareness Month in Lake County, with a proclamation in the board chambers at 9:45 a.m.

The theme for World AIDS Day 2009 is “Universal Access and Human Rights.”

Join in a community meditation and open service, to stand in solidarity with those who live every day with HIV/AIDS and their families and caregivers.

You are invited to remember those we have lost to HIV/AIDS by bringing a photo, or other personal memento, to share.

HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, has become one of the world’s most serious health challenges. Since the first cases were recorded in 1981, more than 25 million have died of AIDS world-wide and another 33 million are currently living with HIV/AIDS.

Sponsored by Community Care HIV/AIDS Program*Drop In Center, Stonewall Democratic Club and the Clearlake Oaks Community United Methodist Church, this special service will be held at the CLO Community Church, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6.

The church is located next to the Oaks Senior Center, On The Plaza, in back of the Red & White Market and Nylander Park. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, please call Community Care HIV/AIDS Program at 707-995-1606.

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A past Umpqua Bank wish tree with the gifts it collected for local children. Courtesy photo.
 

 

 


LAKEPORT – Take the opportunity to make a child’s dream come true.


Umpqua Bank is once again promoting the Christmas Wish Tree for children under the care of Child Protective Services in Lake County.


These children range in ages from 2 months to 17 years. There are approximately 150 names on the trees located at the Lakeport and Kelseyville branches of Umpqua Bank. Hurry in to get your choice of tags!


The bank is reaching out to the community with the hope that you can join them to achieve our goal of giving a child their wish this Christmas season.


What a great way to teach your kids the gift of giving by getting them involved. It is so easy to do and very rewarding. Simply come into either of our stores, pick a child’s tag, and sign our register. Then return your gift by Dec. 10, wrapped and with the tag on it. If you don’t have the time to purchase a gift, you can make a monetary donation and the bank will be happy to do the shopping for you.


Umpqua Bank is located in Lakeport at 805 11th St. and in Kelseyville at 4280 Main St.


For more information call the Lakeport bank branch at 707-262-3342.

Upcoming Calendar

30Mar
03.30.2024 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Lakeport Community Cleanup Day
30Mar
03.30.2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Second annual Bunny Brunch
30Mar
03.30.2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Lake County poet laureate inauguration
31Mar
03.31.2024
Easter Sunday
31Mar
03.31.2024 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Lakeport Rotary Club Easter Egg Hunt
1Apr
04.01.2024
Easter Monday
1Apr
10Apr
15Apr
04.15.2024
Tax Day

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