January 23, 2026
Santa Barbara County Supervisor Bob Nelson is Elevated to RCRC's First Vice Chair RoleOn Wednesday, January 21, Santa Barbara County Supervisor Bob Nelson was elevated to serve as First Vice Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC). Supervisor Nelson took the Oath of Office as administered by Assembly Member David Tangipa as part of the 2026 Officers of RCRC.
January 23, 2026
Napa County Supervisor Anne Cottrell to Help Lead RCRC in 2026In December 2025, Napa County Supervisor Anne Cottrell was elected by her fellow supervisors to serve as Second Vice Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC). Supervisor Cottrell was officially sworn in on January 21st during the RCRC Board of Directors meeting, marking the establishment of the 2026 RCRC Officers. The Oath of Office was administered by Assembly Member David Tangipa.
January 23, 2026
Mariposa County Supervisor Miles Menetrey Installed as Chair of Rural County Representatives of CaliforniaOn Wednesday, January 21, Mariposa County Supervisor Miles Menetrey was installed as the Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), a service organization that champions policies on behalf of its 40 rural member counties. Supervisor Menetrey took the Oath of Office as administered by Assembly Member David Tangipa and will lead the advocacy organization throughout 2026.
January 23, 2026
Modoc County Supervisor Geri Byrne Continues in Leadership Role at RCRC in 2026SACRAMENTO, CA – On Wednesday, January 21st, Modoc County Supervisor Geri Byrne was sworn in as Immediate Past Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), continuing her leadership role within the organization. Assembly Member David Tangipa administered the Oath of Office during the installation of RCRC’s 2025 Officers.
January 22, 2026
RCRC Installs 2026 Officers and Recognizes Rural Leadership Award RecipientsOn Wednesday, January 21st, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) installed its 2026 Officers and presented its Rural Leadership Awards.
During a meeting of the Board of Directors, Assembly Member David Tangipa administered the official Oath of Office for the 2026 RCRC Officers. Mariposa County Supervisor Miles Menetrey was installed as Chair, Santa Barbara County Supervisor Bob Nelson as First Vice Chair, Napa County Supervisor Anne Cottrell as Second Vice Chair, and Modoc County Supervisor Geri Byrne as Immediate Past Chair. The newly installed 2026 Officers will lead the organization in championing policies on behalf of California’s rural counties.
January 7, 2026
RCRC Honors Jaime Green with 2025 President’s AwardFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA – On January 6, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) honored Jaime Green, former Superintendent of the Trinity Alps Unified School...
January 6, 2026
RCRC Remembers Congressman Doug LaMalfaRCRC Remembers Congressman Doug LaMalfa The RCRC family is deeply saddened by the passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa. Serving California’s 1st District from 2013 to 2026, Congressman LaMalfa was more than a representative;...
October 15, 2025
Rural Community and Business Leaders Raise $115,200 for Modoc County NonprofitsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA – On Tuesday, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) presented $115,200 to ten Modoc County nonprofits at the Modoc County Board...
September 19, 2025
Rural County Leaders Unite at RCRC’s 2025 Annual Meeting in Placer CountyFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) concluded its 2025 Annual Meeting on Friday, September 19, at the Everline Resort and Spa...
August 15, 2025
RCRC Announces Winner of Ninth Annual Rural County Photo Contest: Napa County Photo Takes Top SpotFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA—The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) is pleased to announce the winner of RCRC’s 9th Annual Rural County Photo Contest. First place...
July 1, 2025
RCRC Launches Ninth Annual Rural County Photo ContestFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) is holding its ninth Annual Rural County Photo Contest from July 1 through July...
June 27, 2025
Modoc County Hosts RCRC Board of Directors Meeting and TourFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RCRC Contact: Carolyn Jhajj Communications Director cjhajj@rcrcnet.org 916.447.4806 SACRAMENTO, CA –This week, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) Board Chair and Modoc County Supervisor Geri Byrne hosted the June 2025 RCRC...