Alpine County recognized for achievement in post-fire recovery and disaster relief efforts

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. - Alpine County proudly acknowledges the dedicated efforts and commitment of State & Private Forestry Project Manager Clint Celio, Economic Development Director JT Chevallier, and Matt Setty, permitting and project implementer (NV Environmental), for their contribution that led to Alpine County receiving the US Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region 5 Forester's Award for Post-Fire Recovery and Disaster Relief.

This recognition celebrates the hard work carried out by a dedicated team in partnership with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest's Carson Ranger District, culminating in the establishment of the Emergency Forest Restoration Team. Under their leadership, this team is effectively administering $1.8 million in grant funding dedicated to private land restoration and recovery in the aftermath of the devastating Tamarack Fire.

The collaboration and unwavering dedication of the team have been instrumental in navigating the complexities of post-fire rehabilitation, ensuring swift and impactful recovery efforts across Alpine County and its surrounding areas.

The success of this endeavor would not have been possible without the invaluable expertise and steadfast support of Annabelle Monti and Matthew Zumstein from the US Forest Service Carson Ranger District Region 4 and Dana Walsh from the US Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region 5. Their active guidance and collaboration played an integral role in achieving this milestone. Alpine County congratulates the team and thanks them for their dedication to post-Tamarack fire recovery and restoration efforts!