Monica Rosenthal. a former planning commissioner, announced her candidacy for the county supervisor seat currently held by Jim Comstock.
“South Lake County is facing important decisions to strengthen our local economy and protect the small town quality of life and the unique diversity of our community,” said Rosenthal. “My experience, commitment and connections locally, countywide and regionally will enable me to successfully address both the needs and opportunities for the people of the 1st District.”
A Middletown resident for two decades, Monica and her husband Dave have raised two children in Lake County, farm wine grapes, and own and operate a small business.
She served as Lake County Planning Commissioner for District 1 from 2007 to 2009; she has represented District 1 on the Lake County Farm Bureau Board of Directors for the past five years; and is currently serving her second term appointed by the Board of Supervisors to the Napa/Lake Work Force Investment Board to promote employment training and job opportunities in Lake County.
Rosenthal is a member of several local community organizations including the Middletown Fire Sirens; Middletown Merchants; and the Middletown Municipal Advisory Committee (MATH). She has served on the Lake County Tourism Board and actively supports the efforts of the Lake County Economic Development Committee. She is also a member of the Lake County Sierra Group, Lake County Land Trust, and the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
“I am dedicated to preserving our rural lifestyle and our environment. That is why I led the fight to protect our communities from inappropriate land development and stop the rampant spread of commercial marijuana grows,” said Rosenthal. “As our next Supervisor, I will bring a balanced approach to land use that supports our vital farming and tourism industries while attracting quality new businesses to South Lake County.”
In making her announcement, Rosenthal alluded to several of the features of Lake County, including the needs of the senior population, the push for the Road to Wellville, the growing arts scene, schools, public transportation and social services.
“Providing a safe and stable community is one of our highest priorities,” continues Rosenthal. “I have a good working relationship with our new Sheriff and, as Supervisor, I will make sure that South Lake County receives the highest level of law enforcement services possible.”
Several people followed the announcement with endorsements of their support for Rosenthal’s candidacy. This number includes LaDonn Morgan Garcia, a business owner from Hidden Valley Lake, former county Farm Bureau executive director Chuck March, retired supervisor Ed Robey, Six Sigma winery owner Kaj Ahlmann, Middletown resident Ken Gonzales, South Lake County teacher Suzanna Macedo and Realtor Rick Hamilton.
“Monica has the ability to work well with all sides on the issues while maintaining her focus on making the right decision for Lake County residents,” noted Supervisor Rob Brown. “That ability will make her an excellent County Supervisor.”
