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This joint resolution designates the Russian River Bridge and Overhead on State Route 20 in Mendocino County as the Charlie Barra Memorial Bridge, honoring Charlie Barra, a prominent local farmer, community leader, and wine industry innovator who made significant contributions to the region. The resolution, which requires the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to determine the cost of creating and installing commemorative signs, stipulates that these signs will only be erected if non-state source donations fully cover the expenses. The resolution provides context about Charlie Barra's life, highlighting his achievements such as establishing over 500 acres of vineyards, serving in the U.S. Army, contributing to local water and planning districts, founding the North Coast Grape Growers Association, and pioneering organic farming and wine production techniques. The measure also requires the Assembly's Chief Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the Transportation Director and the resolution's author for appropriate dissemination.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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