Kathy Wells, Postmaster of the Cromberg Post Office and owner of the Golden Coach RV Park has been cited for going beyond the norm for keeping the community safe from wildland fires. By posting various brochures, e.g. evacuation safety, how to enroll in CodeRed mobile alert system, and handouts about current programs available in Firewise USA Communities she has helped keep the community alert and informed.
She had the Forest Service post an information board outside the Cromberg Post Office in order for the Cromberg community keep up to date during the North Complex Fire.
She held a fundraiser for Long Valley Services District to raise money for the Cromberg Volunteer Fire Department, which resulted in no increase in service district fees to Cromberg and Sloat residents.
Kathy has been very supportive in the Cromberg community for many events and during the fire emergency this summer. She said she “loves the community and wants to help to make it safe.” The Coach RV Park and Post Office has become the current community meeting place during the pandemic. Her positive and calming influence on the community has helped forward Firewise USA and fire safe initiatives.