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Residents urge action on Spring Valley evacuation route; public commenter accuses county director of misconduct
Summary
During public comment, Spring Valley resident Sterling Wellman called for a second evacuation route and a new bridge for over 1,000 residents, citing California fire‑safety rules; another commenter, Skye Lal, alleged Community Development Director Maria Turner misused public resources and demanded an independent review.
Public comment at the Nov. 18 Lake County Board of Supervisors meeting included two high‑profile appeals to the board.
On Zoom, Sterling Wellman told the board Spring Valley — a community of more than 1,000 residents — relies on a single access road and is at risk during wildfire or other emergencies. He urged the county to…
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