Rojas Public Affairs Helps Secure $8+ Million for Seven California Public Agencies

State investments support fire engines, emergency preparedness, training facilities and storm recovery

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Seven California public agencies will receive a combined $8.085 million in state funding for critical public safety and community infrastructure projects following advocacy supported by Rojas Public Affairs (RPA).

The appropriations were included in Assembly Bill 113, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom as part of the 2026 state budget. RPA worked alongside local agencies, elected leaders and legislative offices to advance the funding requests.

“These investments will help communities replace essential equipment, prepare first responders and restore facilities residents depend on,” said Jaime Rojas Jr., President of Rojas Public Affairs. “We are proud to have helped our clients bring their priorities to state leaders, and we thank the legislators and their staff who championed these projects.”

Funding Awards
Bonita-Sunnyside Fire Protection District — $1 million for a new fire engine supporting emergency response and regional mutual aid. Assemblymember David Alvarez championed the funding. Fire Chief Michael Smith said the investment will help close the district’s equipment funding gap and strengthen regional safety.

Pass Area Recreation and Park District — $2 million for emergency operations infrastructure upgrades at Noble Creek Regional Park. General Manager Mickey Valdivia thanked Assemblymember Greg Wallis for securing funding to strengthen the park’s regional emergency response role.

Chino Valley Independent Fire District — $500,000 to modernize its firefighter training center. Senator Kelly Seyarto helped secure the investment. “Modern, reliable training facilities are essential to preparing firefighters for the challenges they face in the field,” said Fire Chief Dave Williams.

Williams Fire Protection Authority — $500,000 to complete a regional fire training facility serving Northern California. Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia

Aguiar-Curry supported the funding. Fire Chief Jeffrey Gilbert said the facility will benefit firefighters, law enforcement personnel and communities along the Interstate 5 corridor.

Hesperia Recreation and Park District — $885,000 for storm-damage repairs to community facilities. Assemblymember Tom Lackey helped secure the funding. “These funds will help us move forward with necessary repairs and continue providing safe, reliable recreational spaces for the families we serve,” said General Manager Robert Hernandez.

City of Bishop — $500,000 for public-safety electrical infrastructure, including emergency power and a secure server room.

Phelan Piñon Hills Community Services District — $2.7 million for storm-damage repairs.

The funding requests reflect locally identified needs and months of project development, legislative outreach and coordination. RPA congratulates the recipient agencies and thanks the elected officials, legislative staff and community partners who helped advance these investments.

About Rojas Public Affairs
Rojas Public Affairs is a California-based government relations and public affairs firm representing cities, special districts, public agencies and community organizations. The firm supports state and federal funding advocacy, legislative strategy and public policy priorities.
Media Contact: Jaime Rojas Jr. | President, Rojas Public Affairs | (213) 400-8664 | jaime@rojaspublicaffairs.com | www.rojaspublicaffairs.com
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