THOMPSON HONORS MONICA ROSENTHAL AS LAKE COUNTY’S WOMAN OF THE YEAR
Washington, D.C. – Monica Rosenthal of Middletown was recognized as Lake County’s Woman of the Year by U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-5) at a ceremony held on March 20th.
One woman from each of the five counties that make up the Fifth Congressional District was honored in recognition of Women’s History Month.
“Monica is a tireless advocate for our Lake County community,” said Thompson. “From her work to grow our local economy, to her support for local foster youth and seniors, there is no doubt that our community is stronger today because of Monica’s good work. And after the devastating Valley Fire struck Lake County, Monica repeatedly provided the hard work and leadership needed to bring our community together and move Lake County forward.It’s my honor to recognize Monica as the Lake County Woman of the Year.”
Rosenthal’s history of public service exemplifies this year’s theme for Women’s History Month, which honors women in public service and government. She served as the District 1 representative on the Lake County Planning Commission, and for the past five years she has represented the 1st District on the Lake County Farm Bureau Board of Directors. She is currently serving her second term on the Napa/Lake Work Force Investment Board to promote employment training and job opportunities in Lake County.
Rosenthal drew on her experience as a small business owner and a community servant to develop and organize the highly successful Economic Outlook and Forecast event held last December. The event, which was attended by almost 200 leaders in our County and business community, explored ways we can grow and stimulate the Lake County economy moving forward.
As the Director of the Middletown Area Merchants Association, Rosenthal is an effective advocate for our local business community, especially in the wake of the Valley Fire, which was tough on our businesses. Rosenthal also supports local foster youth and senior programs such as Redwood Children’s Services and the Middletown Senior Center.
After the Valley Fire, Rosenthal coordinated the delivery of emergency supplies and donations to communities in need. And today, she serves as the Community Assessment Committee Chair for Team Lake County, the long term recovery volunteer group working to help Lake County rebuild.
Rosenthal has lived in Middletown for 20 years. Together with her family, she grows winegrapes and owns and operates Rosenthal Vineyards.
The other women recognized are:
- Josephine Orozco, Contra Costa County Woman of the Year
- Evelyn Cheatham, Sonoma County Woman of the Year
- Maria Guevara, Solano County Woman of the Year
- Linda Parks, Napa County Woman of the Year
Congressman Mike Thompson is proud to represent California’s 5th Congressional District, which includes all or part of Contra Costa, Lake, Napa, Solano and Sonoma Counties. He is a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee. Rep. Thompson is also a member of the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Coalition and chairs the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Wine Caucus.
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