CA Insurance Dept presentation
California Firewise Regional leads were provided a CA Insurance Dept presentation by one of their representatives. The good news was the list of 5 admitted CA Insurance carriers who are starting to write more policies in High Risk areas. The bad news is the expected rate increase for the FAIR Plan starting in October that may average up to 30% across the state depending on your location. Slide presentation linked here.
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2026 Fall Reimbursement Chipping Program
The Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County's Community Chipping Programs incentivize the creation of defensible space around homes in high wildfire-risk areas. Residents who clear defensible space around their homes are eligible for reimbursement of chipping costs up to $250 per property and $80 per 500 linear feet of private road.
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2026 Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) Program
The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) Program is provided free of charge from the Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County (FSCSCC). Upon request, a volunteer HIZ Assessor will visit the site and conduct a guided walk through with the resident in order to provide real-time feedback and address any questions or concerns specific to the property. The assessment provides educational information related to Home Hardening and Defensible Space to the resident.
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Sign Installation Begins
Improving neighborhood visibility for first responders during emergencies by installing Firewise community signs on six streets throughout our community.
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2026 Donation Campaign Launches
As an all-volunteer organization, we rely on community support to fund communications, neighborhood projects, work parties, and wildfire preparedness efforts. Our suggested annual contribution is $50 per household, although donations of any amount are greatly appreciated. Every dollar stays within our community and helps support projects that make OSJ Road Firewise Community safer and more resilient to wildfire. Together, we can help protect our homes, families, and neighborhood. Thank you for your support.
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Los Robles Road
Los Robles residents come together to have their private road cleaned up to increase access and reduce flammable materials.
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Komodo Demo
Ken Periat, Los Robles Road captain, demos a sample of the Komodo Fire Retardant at the Community BBQ, May 3, 2026.
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We're Firewise!
After two years of volunteer-led planning, projects, and community engagement, OSJ Road has earned national Firewise USA® recognition. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen.
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