Greetings‚
On Wednesday‚ August 14th‚ Team Dahle attended the 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit at Round Hill Pines Beach Resort in Zephyr Cove‚ NV. This year’s summit‚ themed “Connecting Tahoe: Investing in Transit‚ Trails‚ and Technology for the Future‚” focused on the ongoing efforts to preserve Lake Tahoe and address the challenges faced by surrounding communities.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg delivered the keynote address‚ highlighting the federal funds awarded to support collaborative projects in the region. Additionally‚ California Senator Laphonza Butler announced that the West Shore Tahoe Trail will be renamed in honor of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein.
Our office remains committed to staying connected with these efforts so we can continue to serve our constituents and local leaders in the Tahoe area.
Assemblywoman Megan Dahle
Park Fire Emergency Restoration on State Routes 32‚ 36‚ & 172
Caltrans is conducting emergency restoration along State Routes 32‚ 36‚ and 172 due to damage caused by the Park Fire‚ which has burned over 429‚000 acres. While all routes remain open‚ motorists should expect areas of one-way traffic control‚ leading to delays of up to 30 minutes on SR 32 and 172‚ and 15 minutes on SR 36. Restoration efforts include hazard tree removal‚ guardrail repair‚ and more. Please plan accordingly and stay safe on the roads.
More information provided by Caltrans here and here.
Concerns Over DMV Digital Transformation and Rural Access
Based on feedback from you‚ I have recently expressed concerns about the impact of the DMV’s Digital Transformation policy on our rural communities via a letter to the Executive Director of the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The reduction in operating hours at DMV field offices‚ particularly in the First Assembly District‚ is creating significant challenges for residents who already face limited access to essential services.
Many rural constituents must travel long distances to reach a DMV office‚ and reduced hours further complicate their ability to complete necessary tasks. Compounding the issue‚ many in our district lack reliable internet and cell service‚ making online DMV services inaccessible. Public libraries‚ often a key resource for those without home internet‚ are also facing reduced hours due to budget constraints‚ deepening the digital divide.
I am advocating for a reassessment of these reduced hours and exploring alternative solutions‚ such as mobile DMV units‚ extended office hours‚ self-help digital kiosks‚ and eliminating convenience fees for digital transactions. It is crucial that we address these issues to ensure that rural residents are not disproportionately affected.
Thank you for your feedback regarding this matter. My office will keep you informed with any updates we receive. If you would like to reach me about this or any other matter‚ you can do so here.
Opportunity for Public Input on New Wildfire Insurance Regulations
With the ongoing difficulties many of us are facing in securing reliable wildfire insurance‚ the California Department of Insurance is now accepting public input on a proposed regulation aimed at increasing options in high-risk areas.
The proposed rule requires insurance companies to use updated wildfire catastrophe models when setting rates and mandates that they write more policies in vulnerable areas. While this regulation is intended to restore some insurance availability‚ it’s crucial that our voices are heard to ensure that these changes genuinely benefit our communities.
A virtual public hearing is scheduled for September 17‚ 2024‚ at 10 AM‚ where you can share your thoughts directly. Written comments are also being accepted to this email. I strongly encourage you to participate and make your concerns known.
For more details‚ please visit the California Department of Insurance website or contact their Consumer Hotline at 1-800-927-4357.
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