Letter: SLT Republican Women welcomed candidates and county supervisor at monthly meeting

On March 10, 2022, the South Lake Tahoe Republican Women hosted a luncheon with guest speaker Mark Treat, Assistant to George Turnboo, El Dorado County Board of Supervisors District II. The presentation included an interesting and varied background on Supervisor Turnboo, his desire to maintain a rural lifestyle, and his efforts to address important issues facing El Dorado County including fire safety, logging, water, and sensible growth. Another important topic discussed was the importance of supporting the right candidate for the Board of Supervisors and gave examples on why and how we as individuals need to be more active in participating in local government. There were many questions regarding fire safety and fire insurance costs. Mark mentioned that the Resource Conservation Group (RCG) receives grant funding to mitigate fuels both on private and public lands.

There was an opportunity for those running for a public office to introduce themselves and discuss their platforms. Candidates Tamara Wallace and Steven Bailey were represented and shared their thoughts. If interested, you can learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/wallace4supervisor and https://www.contact/baileyforsenate.net

El Dorado County supervisor candidate Tamara Wallace suggested those in attendance support HR 6903. This bill (introduced by Representative McClintock) changes some of the existing USFS policies for fire suppression engagement. There would be no “let it burn” policy or watch and wait for 24 hours. The bill would also allow a local fire agency to go onto USFS land to begin fighting the fire. Currently, only CalFire is allowed to respond to fires on USFS property through a mutual aid agreement.

The South Lake Tahoe Republican Women, Federated meets most months on the second Thursday from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. For more information, please email us at: solaketahoerepublicanwomen@gmail.com.