Thompson Announces 2023 Yolo County Woman of the Year
Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Mary Kimball, Executive Director of the Center for Land-Based Learning, was chosen as the 2023 Yolo County Woman of the Year. Every year, Rep. Thompson selects inspiring women from California’s Fourth District to recognize their contributions and efforts over the last year.
“Mary Kimball has devoted her life to serving the people of Yolo County. Her work through the Center for Land-Based Learning has been essential in supporting new farmers through the creation of the California Farm Academy which trains prospective farmers,” said Thompson. “I am proud to recognize her as the 2023 Yolo County Woman of the Year.”
The Woman of the Year Recognition Ceremony was started in honor of Women’s History Month to recognize the service of women in our community.
A complete list of 2023 winners include:
- Sherry Treppa – Lake County
- Fran Lemos – Napa County
- Alexis Koefoed – Solano County
- Jasmine Palmer – Sonoma County
- Brooke Igleheart Ross – Sonoma County
Mary Kimball – Yolo County