LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — On Sunday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) named his selection for the 2023 Lake County Woman of the Year.

Thompson has chosen for the honor Sherry Treppa, the tribal chair of the Habematolel Pomo, based in Upper Lake.

Every year, Thompson selects inspiring women from California’s Fourth District to recognize their contributions and efforts over the last year.

“Sherry Treppa has dedicated her life to serving and protecting the Pomo tribe in California,” said Thompson. “As the chairperson for the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, she continues to focus on restoring the Pomo tribe land, while aiming to achieve economic self-sufficiency and preserving their culture and right of sovereignty.”

Thompson added, “Through Sherry’s tireless advocacy, she has been able to represent Native Americans and her tribe, while pursuing economic stability and keeping Native American and the Pomo tribe culture alive for many more generations to come.”

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 Ingleheart Ross — Sonoma County.
• Mary Kimball — Yolo County.

Thompson represents California’s Fourth Congressional District, which includes all or part of Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo counties.