Mendocino County Board of Supervisors Proclaims Women’s Equality Day and Advances Energy Project with Ameresco

Women’s Equality Day Proclaimed in Mendocino County

 The Board adopted a proclamation recognizing August 26, 2025, as Women’s Equality Day, marking the 105th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote in the United States.

The proclamation honors the dedication and sacrifice of women suffragists, including Alice Paul, who fought tirelessly to secure voting rights for women. Their efforts culminated on August 26, 1920, when the 19th Amendment was formally added to the Constitution. In 1971, Congresswoman Bella Abzug introduced legislation to designate August 26 as Women's Equality Day, a tradition that continues nationwide to this day.

To celebrate this milestone, the public is invited to attend a community event on August 24, 2025, at the Kelley House lawn in Mendocino, recognizing Women’s Equality Day and the enduring legacy of the suffrage movement.

Energy Saving Project with Ameresco

On July 29, 2025, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors voted to move forward with a solar installation at the County Administration Center, using $1.5 million from the PG&E Disaster Settlement Funds.

The approved project will involve installing solar panels at the County Administration Center in Ukiah. Staff also noted additional installations could be revisited in the future if further funding becomes available, particularly through the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

The Board selected a debt-free option after reviewing proposals for a broader $4.9 million project. The approved project focuses on fiscal responsibility while supporting the County’s climate goals.

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