The much debated and often labeled as an illegal and redundant tax will soon be dropped as part of Assembly Bill 398 — the Global Warming Solutions Act. Although not linked to global warming the fire tax elimination was a method to garner more votes from rural assembly members on both sides of the political spectrum. For a large number of property owners in Big Bear they … [Read more...] about Fire Tax Fee Dropped for Rural Areas of California
Mike Morrell
Nominations Open For 2016 Women of Distinction Awards
Big Bear, CA, June 1, 2016 - Each year, Senator Mike Morrell hosts the annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony & Dinner to recognize extraordinary women from around the 23rd Senate District who have positively impacted their community. The nomination window for this year's event is now open through August 1, 2016. Acknowledging remarkable women for their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open For 2016 Women of Distinction Awards
Senator Morrell and Assemblyman Obernolte to Hold Fire Tax Town Halls in Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear
Big Bear, CA, April 13, 2016 - On Saturday, April 16, Senator Mike Morrell (R-Rancho Cucamonga) and Assemblyman Jay Obernolte (R-Big Bear Lake) will hold two community forums to discuss the status of the controversial state fire prevention “fee”, more commonly known as the fire tax. Senator Morrell recently authored Senate Bill 198 (co-authored by Assemblyman Obernolte) to … [Read more...] about Senator Morrell and Assemblyman Obernolte to Hold Fire Tax Town Halls in Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear
Senator Morrell Staff to Hold Office Hours in Big Bear
Big Bear, CA, March 29, 2016 - District staff from the office of State Senator Mike Morrell (R-Rancho Cucamonga) will hold office hours at the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce once a month. Constituents can stop by to discuss statewide or community issues as well as seek help with problems they may be having with state agencies. Appointments are encouraged and can be made by … [Read more...] about Senator Morrell Staff to Hold Office Hours in Big Bear
Senator Morrell Announces Veterans Legislative Package
SACRAMENTO, CA, March 21st, 2016 - Senator Mike Morrell (R-Rancho Cucamonga) has announced that he is authoring three bills this legislative session to help veterans transition to civilian life and honor the memories of fallen service members. "Our veterans and their families devoted their lives to our country," said Morrell. "While we can never fully thank them for their … [Read more...] about Senator Morrell Announces Veterans Legislative Package
Kristine Yoshida selected to receive Woman of Distinction Award
Big Bear, CA October 3, 2015 - State Senator Mike Morrell of the 23rd District recognizes woman who have gone above and beyond to serve others through community service or civic involvement. Kristine Yoshida, from Big Bear Lake has been selected to receive the Woman of Distinction award on October 16th, 2015. Kristine, along with her husband Jeff and two teenage sons Cole … [Read more...] about Kristine Yoshida selected to receive Woman of Distinction Award