Q: Does Kelseyville want its name changed?
A: NO! 
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The vast majority of Kelseyville residents DO NOT want their name changed. 
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Q:  Was the community of Kelseyville consulted on the name change before the application was submitted?
A: NO.
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There was no community consensus to change the name of our town, no town hall, no community discussion, and no survey completed.
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Q: Did Native Americans submit the name change application?
A: NO.
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Lorna Sue Sides applied to change the name of Kelseyville. She is not a member of any local tribe. She is originally from outside of Lake County. 
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Q: Did Native Americans choose the name Konocti?
A: NO.
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While some may claim the tribes chose it, the application was submitted before discussion with all respective tribes. 

Q: Do all members of local tribes want the name changed?
A: NO.

Many Native Americans and members of local tribes OPPOSE the name change. Assuming anyone can speak on behalf of an entire group of people is restricting their freedom as individuals. 

Q: Is there evidence that the town was named after Andrew Kelsey?
A: NO.

No legal documentation has been produced to substantiate the claim that the town was named after Andrew Kelsey. Without evidence, the claim is false. According to census records, several Kelseys lived in the area. They are buried in cemeteries throughout Kelseyville and greater Lake County. 

The town was designated Kelseyville in 1882 - more than 30 years after Andrew Kelsey's death. 

Q: Did Andrew Kelsey live in the area for a long time?
A: NO.

Andrew Kelsey lived in the area for just 2 years before his death (1847 - 1849).

Q: Was Andrew Kelsey present during the Bloody Island massacre?
A: NO.

Andrew Kelsey was killed several months before Bloody Island occurred. 

Q: Does the town honor Andrew Kelsey (or any other Kelsey) today?
A: NO.

There is no festival or tribute to Andrew Kelsey or any historical figure in our community. 

Q: Is Wikipedia a good source of historical information?
A: NO, NO, NO!

Anyone can edit Wikipedia articles, which means that information can be added or changed by individuals who are not experts in the subject matter. Wikipedia is susceptible to vandalism, where users intentionally add false or misleading information. Wikipedia contains inaccuracies and biased perspectives.