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Volume XVI Issue 140
Friday, February 16th, 2024
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At the Mill Street parking lot entrance in the Historic Courthouse complex. | |
New Drop Box Locations for
Lassen County Voters
Voters returning ballots for the March 5th, Presidential Primary will find several new drop box locations across Lassen County for their convenience. The boxes are all under surveillance, locked and secured to protect your vote.
Each drop box is checked frequently on weekdays and will remain open and accessible for ballot drop-off until Election Day, March 5th, at 8:00p.m.
You can find ballot drop boxes at:
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- Lassen County Government Center – 2950 Riverside Dr, Susanville
- Westwood Family Resource Center – 463-975 Birch Street, Westwood
- Big Valley One Stop – 125 Highway 299 East, Bieber
- Janesville Fire Hall – 463-390 Main Street, Janesville
- Historic Courthouse -Mill Street Parking-Lot Entrance- 220 South Lassen Street
- Doyle Senior Center – 434-685 Doyle Loop, Doyle
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In addition to the drop boxes there will be five in-person polling places for voters to use if they wish on March 5th, at the Westwood Visitor Center, the Lassen County Clerk’s Office, the Janesville Fire Hall, the Beiber Memorial Building and the Doyle Senior Center.
If you voted at the Susanville Community Church in the last election, your polling place has changed. Your new voting location will be at the Lassen County Clerk/Election’s Office at 220 S. Lassen Street. Precincts that have moved include 215,119,417,420 and 422.
If you have any questions about what precinct you are in or your polling location, call 1.530.251.8217, email lcclerk@co.lassen.ca.us. or visit woterstatus.sos.ca.gov.
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The ballot drop box in the parking lot of the Lassen County Government Center on Riverside Drive. | |
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Michael Bengoa-Bollinger
Michael Bengoa-Bollinger Named New City Public Safety Chief
Susanville City Administrator Dan Newton announced Thursday that Michael Bengoa-Bollinger has been appointed as the city’s Public Safety Chief.
“Chief Bengoa-Bollinger brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, holding a master’s degree in leadership and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice,” explains Newton.
“His impressive career journey includes serving as a volunteer firefighter at the Susanville Fire Department, as well as firefighting roles with CalFire and the Bureau of Land Management.”
“He has also served as a Deputy Sheriff in both Butte County and Lassen County, and as a Parole/Probation Agent for the State of Wyoming Department of Corrections. In addition, he has held positions as a Police Sergeant in the towns of Afton, Wyoming, and Herlong, California.
Newton said that Bengoa-Bollinger’s dedication to public service is evident through his longstanding commitment to the city of Susanville.
He began his career as a Reserve Police Officer in 1989, transitioning to a full-time officer in 2012. Over the years, he has earned various promotions within the department, ultimately serving as Captain of the Police Department since September of 2021.
He has served as Acting Police Chief since November of 2023.
“Chief Bengoa-Bollinger’s strong relationships within the community, his unwavering dedication to public safety and emergency response, and his proven leadership abilities make him a highly valued member of the Susanville community.”
Newton added, “The city extends its heartfelt congratulations to Public Safety Chief Michael Bengoa-Bollinger on his well-deserved promotion. We are eager to witness his continued success in leading both the Susanville Fire Department and the Susanville Police Department.”
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Three Artists to be Featured at Arts
Council Gallery: Reception Saturday
The Lassen County Arts Council will feature three talented artists for the next month in their gallery on Cottage Street, with a big opening reception planned for this Saturday, February 17th, from 11:00a.m. until 2:00p.m.
Artwork by local artists Jeff Riddle, Beverly Banghart and Kathy Duerksen will hang at the gallery until March 23rd.
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The show features pencil portraits, acrylic, sculpture, photography and plein-air.
The gallery is open to the public Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 7:00p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:00 to 4:00 with private tours by request.
Lassen County Arts Council is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, designated by Lassen County Board of Supervisors to serve the county’s citizens in partnership with the California Arts Council.
Established in 1971, they have served the community through numerous performing, literary, and visual art events and workshops for more than 40 years.
For more information call 1.530.257.5222 or email info@lassencountyartscouncil.org
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2nd Annual Career Opportunities
Workshop Set for April 8th
5th District Lassen County Supervisor Jason Ingram will be hosting a special Career Opportunities Workshop on April 8th, with a goal of helping local youth better understand the opportunities available here in Lassen County.
This is the second year for the event, which is free to employers, and Ingram will personally set up booths for any employer who is interested in participating. Last year he had more than thrity-five employers and vendors, this year he wants to bring in more than 50.
“I will be providing breakfast and lunch for all of the employers and vendors,” explains Ingram. “The goal of this event is to raise awareness to our youth that there are Career Opportunities right here in Lassen County!”
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Ingram’s concept is simple and straightforward.
“If we can hire our youth to help fill the job vacancies within the city and county it will be a win-win for everyone! It’s no secret one of our greatest exports is our youth, and I want to break that cycle.”
Ingram added that investing in our youth, in his opinion, is the same as investing in Lassen County’s future.
The workshop will be held at Lassen High School, 1110 Main Street, from 9:00a.m. until 2:45p.m. For more information call Supervisor Ingram at 1.530.249.6431.
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Herlong High School Holding Winter Wonderland Dance Night Saturday
Every kid in Lassen County is invited to Herlong High School Saturday evening for a fun, Winter Wonderland Dance Night, this Saturday, February 17th.
The 6th to 8th grade dance will be held from 6:00 to 8:00p.m. and 9th through 12th graders take over the dance floor from 8:00 to 10:00.
Dance music will be provided by D.J. Mikey V. and complimentary coffee and hot chocolate will be provided in the ‘adults only’ section outside around the fire-pit by Get Roasted Coffee and deli. Parents are invited to stay and hang out.
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Snacks and refreshments will be provided inside for the dancers.
Tickets are $10 cash at the door with all proceeds going to benefit Herlong High School.
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Dad Starr Super Salesman
February 16, 1943
Did you ever try selling Victory Bonds as a business? No. Well, that is what H. M. (Dad) Starr does, and the only profit he reaps is in knowing he has the gratitude and support of the people of Susanville behind him. He also knows that he is serving his country in the best possible way he can.
Dad, as he is called by those who know him, came to California from New York in 1918 and finally made his home in Susanville. He worked for the Lassen Lumber and Box Company until 1929.
Acquired Stand
In August of 1941 “Dad” on one of his occasional trips to Southern California, he noticed the vast quantity of war bonds being sold on every street corner in some larger cities. Being interested in the war, and anxious to serve his country, he decided the folks in Susanville did not take the war seriously enough, so he took it upon himself to help his country by acquiring a small stand and selling bonds on Main Street of Susanville.
He calls his stand the Victory House. “People appreciate it,” he said. “and I got a great kick out of knowing I was helping win the war.”
When winter came and the cold outside was unbearable, Mrs. Ruth Spalding, who runs one of the local drug stores, told Starr he could move inside and set up in one corner of the drug store.
Had Busy Day
Starr’s busiest day was December 7th, when local residents enraged at the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, bought over $10,000 worth of bonds. His greatest single sale was a $10,000 War Bond.
Between the birthdays of Lincoln and Washington, he sold more than $15,000 worth of bonds and stamps.
Last Christmas grateful citizens made him a present of more than $100 for his work in promoting the sale of bonds and stamps in Susanville.
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Dad has also promoted other civic affairs, such as the campaign for a flag for the city hall. He also is the oldest living member of the Elks Lodge in Susanville.
“Dad” averages around $250 per day in the sale of bonds and stamps.
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