Eric L

@eleland

Artist, angler, & activist. Strengthening urban tree canopy, building local community, combating hate attacks, equity in land use, & watershed conservation. Support DEIA & the fair treatment / full participation of all people. Pronouns: he/him.

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Eric L@eleland· 15d

“DeCarli is independent!” Such is the argument from some progressive NIMBYs struggling to justify supporting a man who never rejected a Republican Party endorsement alongside a sex predator. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #Abuse

A Sonoma County Republican Party mailer from 2024 endorsing Petaluma Councilmember Alex DeCarli, sex predator Donald Trump and some other unsavory characters.

Eric L@eleland· 15d

Western Columbine near a cold spring above Mineral California in Lassen National Forest. #Hiking #LassenCounty #Wildflowers

A long fallen pine log extend from the foreground to the distance over a barely perceptible spring-fed creek with Western Columbine blooms alongside.

Eric L@eleland· 19d

The animal shelter “advocates” are becoming toxic & threatening. Threats to city officials that “you better watch your backs,” pleading for the violent Trump administration to intervene, accusation of sexual grooming, & a state EPA scientist egging them on. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty

Screenshot of a Facebook comment thread with various threats and derogatory insults against city leaders.

Eric L@eleland· 20d

A human-created AI hacks a company. The actual culprits blame the technology. apnews.com/article/open... #LLM #Tech #Obfuscation

Screenshot of a portion of the article that reads: “Some experts say OpenAI is wrongly blaming the technology
University of Amsterdam social scientist Hannes Cools said the framing of the cyberattack as an AI agent acting on its own is an unnecessary anthropomorphization that takes some of the heat off the company.”

Eric L@eleland· 21d

Are we supposed to feel safe when a 78-year-old white man not only carries a concealed firearm, but makes "jokes" about walking into Safeway with a 357 Magnum? Newsflash - this is not funny, and not safe. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #Guns #Violence

Photo of Carniglia from the Press Democrat Article July 21 2026, with this text:

"Steve Carniglia, Tuesday, July 15, 2026. Carniglia is licensed to conceal carry his firearms. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Carniglia registered three handguns: a PK 365 9 mm made by Sig Sauer, which is what he generally carries because “it’s a big boy gun, but concealable;” a government-issued Colt .45, which is what he had in the Marine Corps; and a potent .357 Magnum that he jokingly called “a peashooter.”

“I have a proper holster for the .357, but it’s too damn heavy,” Carniglia explained. “If I walk into Safeway, I have to pull my pants up.” "

Eric L@eleland· 21d

The irony of a council member touting AI for generating ordinances while opposing AI data centers. How does he think AI works? Whose water supply would he prefer to ruin if not our own? #LLM #Tech #NIMBY

Cartoon of a full cup of coffee with a face and one arm pointing at a coffee ring left on a table where they last were.

Eric L@eleland· Jul 5

Let’s be clear. Trump did not force Columbia University to buckle. They caved to financial threats. Liberal institutions need to take responsibility for how they engage MAGA. apnews.com/article/trum... #Media #Whitewashing

Text snippet from the AP article: “The administration also forced Columbia University to make a series of policy changes by threatening the Ivy League school with the loss of several hundred million dollars in federal funding.”

Eric L@eleland· Jul 4

Peach harvest this week! Our first big haul from trees planted 5 years ago. We took most to the local food pantry and to a mutual aid group working with day laborers. #Gardening #Petaluma

Large table filled with ripe peaches with a rooster shaped flask in one edge, all in front of a wooden door with two scythes in the background.

Eric L@eleland· Jun 30

Garlic harvest. Maybe 2000 heads total? Part of a student project of the Regenerative Education Alliance. Most of the garlic will go to our local food bank. www.regenerativeeducationalliance.org #Petaluma #SonomaCounty

A long row of chicken wire suspended flat on tables with garlic heads on top drying.

Eric L@eleland· Jun 19

Internationally renown local artist David Best is commissioned for this artwork.

Photo depicting the "Spirit of Petaluma Beacon" - a metal sculpture planned by artist David Best (commissioned by the Rotary Club) for the center of a roundabout at the southern entrance to Petaluma.

Eric L@eleland· Jun 18

Here is the intersection - there are no crosswalks. Maybe the Marin IJ thinks the victim should have flown in an airplane over the street?

Google map image of Sir Francis Drake and Shadow Creek Ct in Fairfax CA

Eric L@eleland· Jun 18

Here is the Marin IJ article: "The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk" - www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/06/17/f...

Fairfax pedestrian, 91, struck and killed by vehicle
By CAMERON MACDONALD | cmacdonald@marinij.com
PUBLISHED: June 17, 2026 at 9:40 AM PDT | UPDATED: June 17, 2026 at 6:01 PM PDT

A vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian crossing Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Fairfax, police said.

The county coroner’s office identified the pedestrian as George Pikkarainen, 91, of Fairfax.

The incident happened at about 6:45 p.m. Tuesday east of Shadow Creek Court in the Oak Manor area, according to the California Highway Patrol. The driver, a 22-year-old Martinez man, was heading west in a 2013 Volkswagen Passat, said CHP Officer Arthur Tellez.

The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, Tellez said.

Eric L@eleland· Jun 5

Increases lead again -

Last updated Thursday, June 4, 2026. Precincts Reporting 100%

Percentage
JOANNA PAUN 38.32%
SHELINA MOREDA 19.24%
SYLVIA LEMUS 25.38%
JOHN E. KING 17.07%

Votes
JOANNA PAUN 6,631
SHELINA MOREDA 3,329
SYLVIA LEMUS 4,392
JOHN E. KING 2,954

17,306 Total Votes Cast

Eric L@eleland· Jun 4

Joanna Paun's percentage continues to rise as more ballots are counted. District 2 has a real chance here, a historic opportunity to get strong, community-driven leadership locally. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #Elections

Last updated Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 12:42:09 PM. Precincts Reporting 100%

Percentage
JOANNA PAUN 37.17%
SHELINA MOREDA 19.99%
SYLVIA LEMUS 24.71%
JOHN E. KING 18.13%

Votes
JOANNA PAUN 5,504
SHELINA MOREDA 2,960
SYLVIA LEMUS 3,658
JOHN E. KING 2,684

14,806 Total Votes Cast

Eric L@eleland· Jun 3

I prefer to prioritize people before cars. The longtime local city badgerer who claims to fight climate warming loves this comment too. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #Nextdoor #WorldBicycleDay

Screenshot of a Nextdoor comment from the Upper Mountain View neighborhood in Petaluma California: “We need new smart council members. All meetings should focus on the top five things important to Petalumans. Period. Fixing roads should be number one, right out of the gate.”

Eric L@eleland· May 29

Wealthy landowners who drop cash on their own private Flock cameras to spy on public park visitors have earned a special place in hell. #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #LaffertyRanch

A serene Sonoma county hillside scene with a country road in the foreground and a privately owned Flock camera installed opposite the entrance to a public park

Eric L@eleland· May 25

Sporting anti-Musk stickers while blocking the crosswalk and curb cut for over an hour with the Tesla that you still own screams privileged indifference. #Littering #Petaluma

A photo of the drivers side + rear of a deep blue Tesla showing two anti-Musk stickers, and the rear third of the car blocks the crosswalk and curb cut hindering the pedestrian right of way.

Eric L@eleland· May 22

I bet the Cotati Mayor is burning bridges by her unethical choices. Hired a slimy right-wing political consultant, pushes to weaken sheriff oversight, opposes non-cooperation with ICE, slings false attacks & lacks experience. Lemus is a bad fit for a supervisor. Vote Joanna Paun. #SonomaCounty

Campaign sign: Joanna Paun - Democrat for Sonoma County Supervisor

Eric L@eleland· May 19

First time these have bloomed before the deer got them :) Triteleia laxa (Ithuriel's spear). #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #Wildflowers

Several Triteleia laxa (Ithuriel's spear) blooming next to a sawed log. White pedals with violet gradient each coming to a triangular point

Eric L@eleland· May 16

Chad Bianco comes to Petaluma with guns and knives coming out of his crotch.

Eric L@eleland· Apr 20

Warm spring late afternoons are the best. #Petaluma #Gardening

Two Western Fence lizards in tfd late afternoon sunlight perched on a log surrounded by wildflowers.

Eric L@eleland· Apr 17

Scything 101 at the Deviled Eggery this Sunday April 19. Cmon you know you want to try it! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #Petaluma #SonomaCounty #SharpestCrewInTown

Eric L@eleland· Apr 15

Sky lizard puts out a bold challenge to avian foes. #Wildlife #YOLO

A lizard clinging high up on a screed door appearing ascendant into the sky with a wildflower garden at ground level.

Eric L@eleland· Apr 1

Joanna Paun for Supervisor Campaign Kickoff April 12. I support her vision for a more accessible, affordable future. I have seen her in action. Joanna shows up, stays curious, and turns community feedback into real results. Join us! lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ab4wsta #SonomaCounty #Petaluma

Join us! Campaign Kickoff to Elect Joanna Paun for Sonoma County Supervisor District 2. April 12 2026, from 1-3 pm at 1100 Valley House Dr in Rohnert Park, CA. RSVP online at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ab4wsta. Visit her website at www.electjoannapaun.com, and email her at paun4supervisor@gmail.com.

Eric L@eleland· Mar 29

I was briefly following this little one after scything in our field, then it whipped around and mean-mugged me. #Gophortitude #Wildlife

Angry looking gopher facing the camera in a field of mostly dry scythed grass.

Eric L@eleland· Mar 26

No Kings Petaluma. Saturday March 28 @ 11AM starting in Walnut Park. Drumming, dancing & demonstrating against violent authoritarians. #NoKings #Petaluma

No Kings protest in Petaluma. Robert “Congabobby” Ramirez leads a community drum circle. Walnut Park 11AM. Bring your congas, djembes, bells, shakers, tambourines. Meet to build the circle then join the march and return for drumming in the park contact 707-484-1589.

Eric L@eleland· Mar 19

Glad to see (after years of advocacy) that Petaluma City Council unanimously supported a much stronger tree protection ordinance at first reading this week, (unanimous approval from Planning too). We also adopted an Urban Forestry Management Plan: drive.google.com/file/d/160Di... #Climate #Health

Background graphic of a street in Petaluma with benefits of trees statements superimposed. Climate Resilience, Cleaner Water, Public Health, Community Livability, Cleaner Air, Biodiversity, Economic Vitality.

Eric L@eleland· Mar 18

Trans day of visibility community bicycle ride in Santa Rosa. #SonomaCounty #tdov

TRANS DAY OF VISIBILITY
COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE

DATE: Tuesday
March 31st
5:30pm, Ride at 6pm

ROUTE:Julliard Park, through downtown, end at brew.

Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility with friends and allies as we ride through downtown SR, Critical Mass Style. Optional to stay for the Brew open mic or join the taco Tuesday ride to Mitote!

Safety Team, Medic and bike repair person will be present during the ride. We keep us safe!

Eric L@eleland· Mar 11

Don't change my town, present company excluded. #Nextdoor #NIMBY

A Nextdoor user posts a picture of their large single family home under construction (framing only) with the text: "Jan 16th was the 35th anniversary of living in our house. Here's a pick of it while being built." 3 months later they post a complaint "It's unbelievable the changes they want to make to our lovely town" in response to another users complaint about downtown development.

Eric L@eleland· Mar 6

Secret #1: High net worth investors plant pink cotton-candy bushes on their estates. #Nextdoor #AI #Slop