This Week: 4th of July Travel Advisory‚ Tahoe Delegation Tour and More

Greetings‚

I hope you have a wonderful 4th of July weekend. Below you’ll find a list of a few events happening in the 1st Assembly District for those of you looking to celebrate this important holiday in your community.

Independence Day weekend is also one of the most heavily trafficked holidays on the water. If you’re a first time boater‚ especially‚ take time to educate yourself on the importance of safe and responsible boating. Click here to find boating safety on the CA Department of Parks’ website.

Please remember to follow your local ordinances pertaining to fireworks to help keep our communities safe. Happy 4th of July!

• Amador County:
  • Jackson Lions Club July 3rd Family Picnic & Fireworks Show: Starting at 6:00 p.m.
• El Dorado County:
  • Lights on the Lake: Parade starts at 9:00 a.m.
• Lassen County:
  • Lassen County Fairgrounds Auto Races & Fireworks Show: Racing starts at 4:00 p.m.
• Nevada County:
  • Grass Valley 4th of July Celebration: Parade starts at 10:00 a.m.
• Placer County:
  • Tahoe City 4th of July Celebration: Noon to 10:00 p.m.
• Plumas County:
  • Meadow Valley Fire Department Annual 4th of July Parade and Community Potluck: Parade starts at 11:00 a.m.
• Shasta County
  • Redding Freedom Festival: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00p.m.
  • Anderson Explodes: 7/3‚ 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Siskiyou County:
  • 40 Years of Fireworks in Lake Siskiyou: 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Sierra County:
  • Loyalton Rotary presents Red White & Bloom: Parade starts at 10:00 a.m.
  • Graeagle Downtown Parade: Parade starts at 1:00 p.m.

Assemblywoman Megan Dahle

	Peace Officer of the Year Awards in Shasta County Yesterday‚ I had the opportunity to deliver the keynote speech at the Peace Officer of the Year awards in Shasta County‚ an event hosted by the Redding Exchange Club. This marked their 49th successful year of hosting this remarkable event‚ while also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Redding Exchange Club’s commitment to recognizing peace officers. To express our gratitude for their exceptional work‚ Congressman LaMalfa and I pleasantly surprised the Redding Exchange Club with certificates of recognition. Each day‚ our law enforcement officers courageously put their lives on the line to ensure the safety of our communities. It brings me great pride to offer my unwavering support to these brave men and women‚ as well as their families. It was a pleasure for my staff and me to journey from Sacramento to acknowledge those who consistently go above and beyond the call of duty. Congratulations to this year’s deserving award recipients!
	Gas Tax Increase Ahead of this holiday weekend‚ I wanted to provide you with a public service announcement that California’s gas tax will go up 8% this Saturday‚ July 1st. The annual gas tax increase will take effect despite our continued efforts to call on Governor Newsom and our colleagues in the legislature to stop the annual gas tax increase. California is ranked #2 in the highest gas prices in the US. With the continued financial strain facing families across the state‚ we are reaching out to keep you informed of this upcoming price hike in order for you and your family to plan accordingly ahead of any holiday travel. This added expense comes just as a recent survey cited by the Los Angeles Times found that more than 40% of Californians are considering leaving the state‚ and 80% said that they are unhappy with the daily costs associated with living in California. This year‚ AAA estimates that a record breaking 50.7 million Americans are set to travel at least 50 miles from home during the long weekend. If you are planning on traveling for the 4th of July‚ you may want to consider gassing up your vehicles ahead of the July 1st increase. As always‚ we continue to keep you and your family’s well-being at the top of mind while working on your behalf here in Sacramento.
	Tahoe Delegation Tour Last week‚ Team Dahle joined Supervisor Brooke Laine on a tour in Tahoe. The event brought together a diverse group of attendees who shared a common goal of preserving and enhancing the Tahoe region. The tour brought together professionals from various backgrounds‚ including representatives from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency‚ California Tahoe Conservancy‚ League to Save Lake Tahoe‚ North Tahoe Public Utility District and CAL FIRE. Their expertise and unique perspectives fostered valuable discussions regarding the pressing issues facing Tahoe. We extend our appreciation to Supervisor Brooke Laine for organizing this informative event and to all the participants for their valuable contributions.
	4th of July Traffic Update from CalTrans District 2 CalTrans District 2 recently released a travel advisory in advance of the 4th of July holiday weekend. As you plan your travels‚ please keep in mind that ongoing road construction and maintenance may cause delays. Here are some important updates: STATE ROUTE 70: There is one-way traffic control near Belden‚ causing potential 30-minute delays. INTERSTATE 5: Traffic will be reduced to two lanes in both directions‚ with a temporary traffic split for northbound traffic. Speed limits are reduced to 55 mph. STATE ROUTE 299: Expect one-way traffic control with up to 15-minute delays until June 30th and again from July 6th. Minimal delays are expected from July 1st to July 5th. STATE ROUTE 44: Traffic is controlled by temporary signals at Cow Creek Bridge‚ causing up to 10-minute delays. STATE ROUTE 89: Traffic near McArthur – Burney Falls Memorial State Park may be impacted. Consider using alternative routes and expect delays. For traveler resources and project information‚ visit the following links: QuickMap (CA): http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ One-Stop-Shop (Western U.S.): http://oss.weathershare.org District 2 Project Information: https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-2/d2-projects CalTrans District 2 Facebook and Twitter pages (NEW Facebook page here) California Highway Truck Network Maps and Information: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/traffic-operations/legal-truck-access/truck-network-map Stay safe and enjoy your holiday!

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Assemblywoman Dahle is Honored to Serve
Alpine County‚ Amador County‚ El Dorado County‚ Lassen County‚ Modoc County‚ Nevada County‚ Placer County‚ Plumas County‚ Shasta County‚ Sierra County‚ & Siskiyou County.