LAKEPORT >> The Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians is supporting County Supervisor Jim Steele in the “Kiss My Clear Lake Bass” contest.
“Jim is a strong advocate for Lake County senior and elder communities and all Lake County tribes,” said Tribal Chairman Anthony Jack. “His chosen charity, the Silver Foundation, will help fill the gap in funding for Lake County senior centers and other programs, something we wholeheartedly support. Of course, we are donating at the Hitch level to emphasize our long standing dedication to saving this important native species, and to show our strong support for the elders of Lake County. Through Konocti Vista Casino we will also be purchasing additional votes for Jim.”
Three winners will receive cash prizes at the announcement and “bass kissing” ceremony on Sunday, 5 p.m. at the Lake County fair. Steele will donate his winnings in the “Kiss My Clear Lake Bass” contest to the Lake County Silver Foundation.
“I am thankful and honored to have the backing of Chairman Jack and the Big Valley tribe,” said Steele. “This is a step forward in providing much needed funds for the multitude of non profit agencies working hard every day to provide desperately needed services to a generation that has given so much and now looks to us for support. I’ll kiss a live bass any day for that.”
There is still time to vote online at lakecochamber.com or checks can be delivered to the Lake County Chamber office at 875 Lakeport Blvd. in Lakeport. Kiss My Clear Lake Bass is a chamber fundraiser, with a portion of the money raised going to the selected charities of the top three contestants.
“We’re going to allow voting right up to 3 p.m. at the fair,” said Chamber CEO Melissa Fulton. “At $1 per vote, we hope everyone will participate.“
