Memorandum
Date: April 22, 2025
To: The Honorable E.J. Crandell, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brad Rasmussen, District 4 Supervisor
Subject: Consideration of Appointment to Lakeport Fire Protection District Board of Directors
Executive Summary:
Pursuant to Resolution 2018-56, your Board is being requested to fill a vacancy on the Lakeport Fire Protection District (“LFPD”) Board of Directors.
Resolution No. 2018-56 (attached) was enacted Nov. 20, 2018, to clarify procedures contained within a 2004 agreement between the City of Lakeport and the fire district and to conform with state law.
Applicants:
Terry Cherney, New Applicant
Gary Deas, New Applicant
Joseph Szupello, New Applicant
Jennifer Williams-Richardson, New Applicant
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☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☒ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Appoint a qualified applicant to serve a four-year term on the Lakeport Fire Protection District Board of Directors.