The Plumas County Fire Safe Council announces that it recently honored several Firewise leaders and volunteers it its Certificate of Recognition Program. Organizers point to the exceptional leadership and steadfast commitment to being outstanding Firewise neighbors exemplified by these folks.
Paul Mrowczynski
The council recognizes Paul Mrowczynski, Firewise lead for Meadow Valley. PCFSC board members Mike Flannigan and Sally McGowan pointed out Mrowczynski’s successful efforts to broaden the scope of understanding and the support of the Plumas County Board of Supervisors of the efforts and achievements of Plumas County Firewise
communities.
They pointed out that he has been tenacious in his efforts to highlight the work of the Firewise communities by scheduling and designing multiple board presentations over the past several months. In addition, Mrowczynski met multiple times with Firewise leads throughout the county to help create board presentations that are brief, coherent and unique to their own communities.
“Many thanks to Paul for his efforts to enhance the visibility of our Firewise communities and to achieve board of supervisors support,” said the council.
Tom Zehnder and Nancy Rush
Tom Zehnder and Nancy Rush serve as leaders in the Whitehawk Ranch Firewise Community. Fellow Firewise lead Dale Hastie recognized the pair for setting a strong example within their community. He pointed out that in addition to maintaining their own property, Zehnder and Rush took it upon themselves to address fire fuels on their vacant lot, demonstrating a deep sense of responsibility and care for the safety of their neighbors and the broader Whitehawk Ranch community.
“Their dedication to reducing wildfire risk and their willingness to go above and beyond embody the true spirit of the Firewise program,” said PCFSC. “Through their actions, Tom and Nancy have helped make Whitehawk Ranch a community with stronger defensible space and greater wildfire preparedness for everyone.”
Eric Johnson
The council commends Whitehawk homeowner Eric Johnson for his determination and thoughtful approach to improving the wildfire resilience of his home and community. Organizers said Johnson took the information shared through Firewise education and put it into action.
Over the summer, he made significant improvements to his property, reducing fuels, strengthening home hardening features and enhancing defensible space, said the council. “His property now stands as a clear example of what can be accomplished through commitment and follow-through. Eric’s willingness to learn, adapt and share his progress has helped raise awareness among neighbors and contributed to a stronger, more prepared Whitehawk Ranch community.”
