This week, several media outlets covered the ongoing wildfire and land use discussions happening in Sacramento. Both the Capitol Weekly and KQED discuss the current efforts of the State to address the ongoing wildfire threats to California residents, including the proposed Board of Forestry Fire Safe Regulations. In the articles, RCRC staff discusses the impacts of these proposed policy decisions, particularly the impacts on communities in RCRC member counties.
Read them here:
- Capitol Weekly, July 6, 2021 - Rural areas, counties ask for help as California fire season heats up
- KQED, July 7, 2021 - New Regulations Would Increase Wildfire Risk to Firefighters and Civilians, Fire Experts Warn
For more information, contact Tracy Rhine, RCRC Senior Legislative Advocate by email or call (916) 447-4806.