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July 20, 2010 — Lassen County residents will remain safe and secure as the responsibility for the coordination of emergency services in the county transitions from the sheriff’s department to Cal Fire.  

Lassen County’s Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution on Tuesday, July 13 approving an agreement with Cal Fire to assume the responsibilities formerly held by the county’s Office of Emergency Services and authorizing John Ketelsen, the county’s chief administrative officer, to sign the agreement.

Read more: Cal Fire will assume OES responsibilities

July 20, 2010 — A strong breeze brought the many scents of newly planted flowers into the Buzz Burt residence on the afternoon of Saturday, July 10 in Janesville.    

A colorful array of zinnias, petunias, dahlias and other beautiful flowers and trees were planted and arranged by more than 20 volunteers in a garden area nearby Buzz Burt’s window.

Read more: Flowers and music bring joy to beloved community member

July 20, 2010 — A new era of cooperation between the Westwood Unified School District and Westwood Charter School began last week.   

The WUSD Board of Trustees approved an agreement with WCS to resolve the remaining issues between the district and the charter school it sponsors during a special meeting held on Thursday, July 15. Trustees Lou Hamilton, Nick Ceaglio, Dawn Lee and Shannon Medici voted to approve the agreement. Trustee Shirley Barber was absent.

Read more: District, charter school reach agreement

July 20, 2010 — A new, beautiful bus with quick-working air conditioning and comfortable seats will be bringing more comfort to south county commuters.    

During a Monday, July 7 meeting of the Lassen Transit Service Agency, county transportation planner Dan Douglas announced the new 39-passenger Gillig bus had arrived.

Read more: Lassen Transit Service Agency gets new buses