RCRC press releases and related news clips about RCRC and our member counties. Please note that a subscription may be required to read some external publications.

 

California insurance crisis: 2 more insurers withdraw from state – San Francisco Chronicle

In filings with the California Department of Insurance, Tokio Marine America Insurance Co. and Trans Pacific Insurance Co. said they would both withdraw from the homeowners and personal umbrella insurance markets in California.

 

CA about to crack down on farmers who depleted groundwater – CAL MATTERS

Kings County agencies and growers may face probation and millions of dollars in fines — which could be the first step toward the state wresting control of groundwater.

 

California granted federal disaster declaration for February storms – Los Angeles Times

President Biden has approved California’s request for a major disaster declaration to support recovery efforts from a string of February storms that drenched much of the state with historic rainfall and mountain snow and resulted in numerous deaths, officials announced Sunday. ​​​​​
 

Drones begin mapping unincorporated South County for broadband – New Times San Luis Obispo

Golden State Connect Authority is working with SLO County to bring broadband services to unserved communities in Oceano and Arroyo Grande. The first phase of the project will be a drone survey to determine the best route for bringing in broadband fiber.