Take some time today to think about the legacy of Dr. MLK Jr and how his words still resonate today.

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It was a beautiful morning for the 27th Annual Yuba-Sutter Dr. MLK Jr March. Each year before the march I reflect on some of Dr King’s quotes. These two really resonated with me this year…

At this week’s Board meeting, we reviewed what’s been accomplished since 2023 and adopted an updated Strategic Plan for 2026–2029, focused on services, growth, engagement, and accountability. 📄 Progress: agendasuite.org/iip/yuba/fil... 📘 Yuba County Strategic Plan: agendasuite.org/iip/yuba/fil...

💧 Big items at the Yuba Water Agency Board meeting on Jan. 20: 🌊 Daguerre Point Fishway project 🏗 CMAR delivery for major infrastructure 🗳 Agency elections & board appointments Details: go.boarddocs.com/ca/ycwa/Boar...

On Saturday morning you can join with fellow residents on a march from Yuba City to Marysville to honor the legacy of Dr. MLK Jr. After the march there is a program at Bethal AME Church in Marysville and at the conclusion Yuba Sutter Transit will take people back to their cars in Yuba City.

Yuba-Sutter Chamber Ribbon Cutting of the Riot Gym in Wheatland this evening.

At our Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, we received the quarterly update from Community Development. You can watch it at: www.youtube.com/live/uKasogJ... (starts at 36:06)

I had the honor to serve as chair of the Yuba County Board of Supervisors in 2025. Before handing over the gavel to our new chair, I made a few reflections about the year. Watch here www.youtube.com/live/uKasogJ... (starts at 2:20)

Small-scale bioenergy is critical for wildfire prevention, climate resilience, and emissions reduction calmatters.org/commentary/2...

Hey Yuba County seniors, especially those south of the Yuba River in Linda, Olivehurst, Plumas Lake, and Wheatland... Check out this great opportunity to get to know other seniors in the community and learn about local history.

MY WEEK IN REVIEW (Weeks of 12/15 - 1/12) Read about what I was up to last week and what's on my schedule for this week on my Substack at substack.com/@yubasupbrad... Thank you for allowing me to serve you! *The picture is a collage of various things from the last few weeks.

The Yuba County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting at 9 am on Tuesday, the 13th, at the Government Center in Marysville. Link to agenda & board packet: agendasuite.org/iip/yuba/mee...

Sunrise over the construction over the Holiday Market in Plumas Lake. Have a great weekend Yuba County!

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of our congressman’s unexpected passing. Rep LaMalfa was a big advocate for many things important to Yuba County including Beale AFB, agriculture, water supply, and flood protection. My prayers are with his family and staff during this difficult time.

The Yuba Water Agency Board will meet at 9 am on Tuesday at the Government Center in Marysville. On the agenda: board leadership for 2026, major flood-protection and water-system grants, audited financials, and updates on key power and infrastructure projects. go.boarddocs.com/ca/ycwa/Boar...

Happy New Year to you and your family! Here’s to a strong, prosperous, and thriving Yuba County in 2026.

For one California neighborhood, Frank the Flamingo is everything this holiday season. Frank is an inflatable pink flamingo, and he has become a treasured object in Plumas Lake. thepopularflamingo.com/blogs/news-u...

Merry Christmas from my family to yours!

Yuba County Supervisor Gary Bradford advocates for the BioMAT program, highlighting both its statewide and local benefits. In the piece, Supervisor Bradford explains how bioenergy initiatives contribute to wildfire prevention and forest restoration. calmatters.org/commentary/2...

Frank the Flamingo is up for grabs in the Plumas Lake area. It's a game that has taken off in the neighborhood. It's the one time stealing something from someone's yard is not only allowed, but encouraged. www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/n...

I had a good time at that 1RS/99RS (U-2) Holiday Party on Saturday night with some great Beale airmen and their families. Proud to serve as the honorary commander of the 1st Reconnaissance Squadron.

Walkability in high demand, Realtors say www.cnu.org/publicsquare...

Beautiful sunrise this morning after almost a month of fog and prior to a week or so of rain. #plumaslake #yubacounty #sacvalley

Santa told me he wants to thank Plumas Lake for your Christmas spirit. So many PLers (adults, kids, and dogs) came out of their homes to greet Santa as he went by this week. Plus, so many amazing lights and decorations! #merrychristmas🎄

Thank you to my fellow SACOG board members for your trust and confidence. I look forward to serving alongside Mayor Gayaldo this year to advance SACOG's vision of a vibrant, thriving Sacramento region for all. More at bit.ly/49jqGWj

This Year’s Highlights from the Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) Prove Careful Planning and Collaboration Build a Vibrant Region www.sacog.org/Home/Compone...

Santa told me that he and Frank enjoyed visiting Plumasa Lake last night and are looking forward to seeing more residents tonight (Thursday). He'll be visiting the Rio Del Oro area on the west side of River Oaks Blvd.

On Tuesday, Santa visited the eastside and southern Plumas Lake on a fire truck. TONIGHT (Wednesday), he'll visit central Plumas Lake on the east side of River Oaks (from the Cobblestone neighborhood up to Walgreens). On Thursday, he'll visit the Rio Del Oro area west of River Oaks.

The Yuba Water board received a progress update on the Yuba County Economic Development Strategic Plan. www.youtube.com/live/BUdjy1G... (starts at 42:42) We also approved the 2025 Progress Report for the Yuba Water Agency Strategic Plan, 2023-2027. go.boarddocs.com/ca/ycwa/Boar...

After 10 years with Yuba Water Agency, Assistant General Manager Terri Daly is retiring this week. Today, our Board of Directors honored her with a special proclamation recognizing her outstanding leadership, collaborative spirit, and service to Yuba Water and the people of Yuba County.

Colusa County Supervisor Kent Boes elected as new Second Vice President of CSAC www.actionnewsnow.com/news/colusa-...

MY WEEK IN REVIEW (Weeks of 12/8 - 12/29) Read about what I was up to last week and what's on my schedule for this week on my Week in Review post on Substack at substack.com/@yubasupbrad... and sign up to receive a copy each week in your inbox. Thank you for allowing me to serve you!

The voter-approved Proposition 50 maps shift Yuba-Sutter from CD1 & CD3 into Congressional District 4, which is currently represented by Congressman Mike Thompson. If you’d like to meet him, he’ll be hosting a Coffee with the Congressman TODAY from 1–3 PM at the Yuba County Government Center.

Hey Plumas Lake! The Christmas Charity parade is tonight!

Hey Plumas Lake! Come by Riverside Meadows between 6 & 8 tonight to pickup a map of homes in the annual Christmas light competition. Then check them out and vote for your favorite. While you are grabbing the map stick around for a bit and enjoy Santa, vendors, food, and entertainment.

California State Association of Counties (CSAC) Elects 2026 Officers at 131st Annual Meeting www.counties.org/news-and-med...

2025 Annual Meeting: Housing, Land Use & Transportation Policy Committee Recap www.counties.org/news-and-med...

A few important presentations from Tuesday's Board of Supervisors meeting. Special Election www.youtube.com/live/4GDZ1yB... [starts at 1:24:10] Transportation Master Plan www.youtube.com/live/4GDZ1yB... [starts at 1:54:12] and link to plan agendasuite.org/iip/yuba/fil...

The Sutter Yuba Homeless Consortium released the report from the recent point-in-time count. It identified 830 homeless individuals in Yuba-Sutter, with 437 in Yuba County. Read more at www.syhomelessconsortium.org/_files/ugd/c...

Yuba College Named Among Top 200 U.S. Community Colleges Eligible for $1 Million Aspen Prize www.territorialdispatch.com/2025/12/09/5...

The Yuba Water Agency Board of Directors will meet at 9 am on Tuesday, the 16th, at the Government Center in Marysville. Link to agenda & board packet: go.boarddocs.com/ca/ycwa/Boar...

California State Association of Counties Gubernatorial Candidate Forum www.counties.org/news-and-med...

Hey Wheatland! Santa Claus is coming to town tonight! 🎅

County leaders from across California came together for a powerful week of learning, collaboration, & connection. From policy deep dives to inspiring keynote moments, every day reflected the dedication & innovation that drive #CACounties forward. See you in #SanDiegoCounty for #CSACAM 132!

Great morning in Sacramento with supervisors from across rural California for the RCRC board meeting. I’m honored to have been selected by Region 3 (Yuba, Sutter, Colusa, Yolo, Solano, Napa, Sonoma & Lake) to serve on the RCRC Executive Committee in 2026–27.

In Sacramento with my colleagues from 39 other rural California Counties for the Rural Counties Representatives of California board meeting.

Yuba-Sutter friends — with Prop 50 shifting our region into Congressional District 4 after the 2026 elections, Rep. Mike Thompson has been visiting to learn about our community. If you’d like to meet him, he’ll be in Marysville this Sunday from 1–3 PM at the Yuba County Government Center.

Sacramento welcomes return of a 7th daily Gold Runner train service which connects Bakersfield to Sacramento, with stops in Modesto, Stockton, and Lodi. www.kcra.com/article/sacr...

Work for Yuba Water! Interested in joining the Yuba Water team? Open positions are posted below: - Application Developer - Grants Program Manager Learn more & apply at www.yubawater.org/160/Work-for...