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Protecting Watersheds and Preventing Catastrophic Wildfire: Yuba I Forest Resilience Bond Returns Investor Capital, Driving Successful Restoration Efforts on the Tahoe National Forest

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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In a conservation finance industry milestone, the Yuba I FRB returned all investor capital in line with expectations, financing restoration efforts on a 15,000 acre planning area on the Tahoe National Forest, which reduced the risk of catastrophic wildfire.

Key Points: 
  • In a conservation finance industry milestone, the Yuba I FRB returned all investor capital in line with expectations, financing restoration efforts on a 15,000 acre planning area on the Tahoe National Forest, which reduced the risk of catastrophic wildfire.
  • Planning was completed by USFS, who chose the NFF to manage the implementation of restoration activities on the Tahoe National Forest.
  • "The Forest Resilience Bond's success underscores the necessity of scaling finance models for ecosystem restoration to mitigate wildfire risks."
  • This partnership has attracted over $150 million in funding to continue forest restoration work in the North Yuba watershed.

Ceragon to Replace and Modernize Yuba Water Agency's Legacy Technology with Expanded Modern Wireless Network

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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RICHARDSON, Texas, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  Ceragon Networks Ltd., the global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport, today announced that Ceragon Networks Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary has signed a contract with the Yuba Water Agency in California to replace and modernize its existing private network with a modern high-capacity low-latency 5G network. The upgraded network will provide connectivity to multiple hydroelectric generation facilities, dams, and emergency services including the police and fire departments. Shipping and deployment are expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The agreement with Yuba comes at the heels of Ceragon's recently announced growing focus on private networks, especially in North America.
  • Following a successful initial demonstration phase resulting in a great service experience and enhanced network performance, Yuba Water officials have entrusted Ceragon to replace their entire legacy network, including wireless transport products and end-to-end planning and deployment services .
  • David DeVore, Lead Information Systems Manager, Yuba Water Agency, shared his thoughts on the first phase of this new partnership stating "Ceragon truly improved our wireless infrastructure.
  • Ceragon is proud to play a key role in modernizing and expanding the wireless communications network that makes it all possible.

SAFE Credit Union Awards $120,000 in Grants Supporting 7,800 Residents

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Monday, January 24, 2022
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The grants continue to support programs in career opportunities for veterans, financial proficiency, as well as health and wellness.

Key Points: 
  • The grants continue to support programs in career opportunities for veterans, financial proficiency, as well as health and wellness.
  • The credit union is set to provide further support to the community in 2022 with another $120,000 to be distributed in four rounds of grant funding.
  • The grants illustrate SAFE's commitment to its three pillars of philanthropy: veterans, education, and health, says SAFE Credit Union Community Impact Manager Amanda Merz.
  • SAFE Credit Union is a leading financial institution in Northern California with over $4.4 billion in assets and more than 240,000 members.

SAFE Credit Union CEO Dave Roughton named a Most Admired CEO

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Friday, January 21, 2022
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FOLSOM, Calif., Jan. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --SAFE Credit Union CEO Dave Roughton was named a Most Admired CEO by the Sacramento Business Journal for his exemplary leadership during the challenges posed by the pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • FOLSOM, Calif., Jan. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --SAFE Credit Union CEO Dave Roughton was named a Most Admired CEO by the Sacramento Business Journal for his exemplary leadership during the challenges posed by the pandemic.
  • "Leading SAFE during such a challenging period took everything I learned in my 40-plus year career in the financial services industry," Roughton says.
  • For more information about SAFE Credit Union CEO Dave Roughton, please contact AVP Communications and Public Relations Micah Grant at [email protected] or (323) 868-9067.
  • SAFE Credit Union is a leading financial institution in Northern California with over $4.4 billion in assets and more than 240,000 members.

California Health & Wellness Assisting Members Across California During State of Emergency

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Thursday, January 6, 2022
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Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergency in Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sierra and Yuba counties, California Health & Wellness (CHW) is providing special assistance to members affected by the series of winter storm systems.

Key Points: 
  • Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergency in Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sierra and Yuba counties, California Health & Wellness (CHW) is providing special assistance to members affected by the series of winter storm systems.
  • If their drug store is closed, members can call California Health and Wellness at 1-877-658-0305, option 2, for assistance.
  • Doctors and nurse practitioners can call the California Health and Wellness Provider Service Center at 1-877-658-0305 for help with:
    Depending on how long the members need additional assistance, California Health & Wellness may take additional steps to ensure its members have access to necessary healthcare services.
  • At California Health & Wellness, we believe every person deserves a safety net for their health.

SAFE Credit Union Donates $20,000 in Joy & Kindness campaign

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Wednesday, December 29, 2021
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FOLSOM, Calif., Dec. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --SAFE Credit Union employees collectively donated $20,000 to nonprofits serving the Greater Sacramento region during its Joy & Kindness Campaign.

Key Points: 
  • FOLSOM, Calif., Dec. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --SAFE Credit Union employees collectively donated $20,000 to nonprofits serving the Greater Sacramento region during its Joy & Kindness Campaign.
  • This is the second year SAFE Credit Union has held the program, doubling its budget from last year.
  • "SAFE employees love to support our community," says SAFE Credit Union Community Impact Manager Amanda Merz.
  • SAFE Credit Union is a leading financial institution in Northern California with over $4 billion in assets and more than 240,000 members.

California home sales remain solid in October as prices level off and low rates continue to provide support to the housing market, C.A.R. reports

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021
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Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of434,170 in October, according to information collected by C.A.R.

Key Points: 
  • Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of434,170 in October, according to information collected by C.A.R.
  • The statewide annualized sales figure represents what would be the total number of homes sold during 2021 if sales maintained the October pace throughout the year.
  • California home prices continued to level off as the market moved further into the off-season, dipping below the $800,000 benchmark for the first time in seven months.
  • While the statewide median sales-price-to-list-price ratio remained above 100 percent in October, it was the lowest level in eight months.

California housing affordability improves in third-quarter 2021 as mortgage rates remain low and prices begin leveling off, C.A.R. reports

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
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The third-quarter 2021 figure is less than half of the affordability index peak of 56 percent in the third quarter of 2012.

Key Points: 
  • The third-quarter 2021 figure is less than half of the affordability index peak of 56 percent in the third quarter of 2012.
  • 's HAI measures the percentage of all households that can afford to purchase a median-priced, single-family home in California.
  • Despite setting a record high median price in third-quarter 2021, affordability for condominiums and townhomes was unchanged from the previous quarter.
  • Key points from the third-quarter 2021 Housing Affordability report include:
    Compared to the previous quarter, housing affordability declined in 10 tracked counties, improved in 30 counties, and remained unchanged in 11.

SAFE Credit Union Launches 'Perfect Cents' Podcast

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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FOLSOM, Calif., Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SAFE Credit Union has launched its new Perfect Cents podcast that will focus on everyday money matters, financial wellness, and unique approaches on how to save.

Key Points: 
  • FOLSOM, Calif., Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SAFE Credit Union has launched its new Perfect Cents podcast that will focus on everyday money matters, financial wellness, and unique approaches on how to save.
  • Guests will include external industry experts, nonprofit champions, SAFE leaders, and more.
  • "I'm excited to lead the launch of this new, immersive podcast," says AVP Community Relations Rebecca Delmundo.
  • SAFE is a not-for-profit, state-chartered credit union with membership open to businesses and individuals living or working in Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, El Dorado, Sutter, Butte, Nevada, Solano, San Joaquin, Contra Costa, Yuba, Amador, and Alameda counties.

Genasys Inc. Announces Zonehaven Evacuation Software Services Contracts with 13 California Counties

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in critical communications systems and solutions, today announced that 13 California counties have each entered into multi-year Zonehaven software services and evacuation management contracts.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in critical communications systems and solutions, today announced that 13 California counties have each entered into multi-year Zonehaven software services and evacuation management contracts.
  • Mr. Danforth added, "This fiscal year, we expect many additional counties and communities to contract for and utilize our Zonehaven emergency management platform to help better protect their residents before, during and after critical events.
  • Emergency services officers are weighing in on how Zonehaven makes evacuations and repopulations faster and safer:
    With this new evacuation system, our first responders and community members are now seeing the same critical information in real time.
  • Genasys Inc. disclaims any intent or obligation to update those forward-looking statements, except as otherwise specifically stated.