In the News - Rural County Representatives Of California

June 29, 2026

California | Community and Economic Development

The Sacramento Bee - No grizzlies: Rural California cannot handle another apex predator

In a commentary for the Sacramento Bee, Sierra County Supervisor and RCRC Board member Lee Adams and Santa Barbara County Supervisor and RCRC First Vice Chair Bob Nelson argue that California should focus on managing existing wildlife challenges before considering the reintroduction of grizzly bears.

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May 14, 2026

Healthcare & Social Services

The Sacramento Bee - California must financially prepare for federal Medi-Cal cuts now

In a commentary to the Sacramento Bee, Yolo County Supervisor and RCRC Board member Sheila Allen, highlights a growing crisis facing California’s healthcare system. With H.R. 1 expected to result in significant coverage losses, up to 1.5 million Californians could lose Medi-Cal coverage, forcing many to turn to county indigent care programs that are no longer equipped to handle the demand.

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April 24, 2026

Forest and Public Lands Stewardship | Public Safety and Emergency Management | Wildfire

CBS Sacramento - California bill would bring back fire prevention fee to high-risk areas

As California lawmakers debate reinstating a controversial fire-prevention fee, RCRC’s own Staci Heaton was featured in a CBS Sacramento report highlighting concerns from rural residents.

April 24, 2026

Forest and Public Lands Stewardship | Public Safety and Emergency Management | Wildfire

San Francisco Chronicle - California could make homes in fire-risk areas pay up to $150

RCRC Senior Policy Advocate Staci Heaton is featured in the San Francisco Chronicle opposing Senate Bill 1404, which would reinstate a statewide fire prevention fee of up to $150 for rural homeowners to fund Cal Fire prevention efforts.