Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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1. Call to Order
2. Moment of Silence
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Consideration of Extra Items Not Appearing on the Posted Agenda
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Adopt Proclamation Commending Supervisor Tina Scott
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Proclamation
Commending Supervisor Tina Scott
WHEREAS, following five years, seven months of distinguished, compassionate and dedicated public service as District 4 Supervisor, Tina Scott is resigning July 31, 2022; and
WHEREAS, throughout her time as Supervisor, Scott has been a powerful and effective advocate for the needs of Lake County's unhoused individuals, and has partnered with the Lake County Continuum of Care, Hope Rising, Elijah House and other community-based organizations to make a meaningful difference for many residents, including contributions to the establishment of transitional housing programs in Lakeport and Clearlake and efforts to increase federal funding for supportive housing and intensive case management; and
WHEREAS, Tina Scott is also a passionate and enduring advocate for Foster Youth in Lake County, whose own family has brought strong support in 65 foster placements, and this experience and perspective brought essentially irreplaceable value to Committee assignments such as the First 5 Commission and Children's Council, and enhanced the Board of Supervisors' capacity to promote the well-being of every Lake County resident; and
WHEREAS, as a Certified Tourism Ambassador since 2016, Supervisor Scott effectively supported the Chamber of Commerce and contributed to broader efforts to promote tourism and help visitors to Lake County have positive and memorable experiences; and
WHEREAS, in 2018, Scott was honored by United States Congressman Mike Thompson as the 5th Congressional District's "Angel in Adoption," bringing greater attention to the profound need of Resource Parents in Lake County; and
WHEREAS, also in 2018, Scott was appointed to join a small group of Supervisors and other government officials from California, Alaska and Hawaii that met with the President of the United States, and she has consistently sought opportunities to make the interests and priorities of Lake County residents known at the State and national levels; and
WHEREAS, Supervisor Scott has been a true partner to Lake County's Health Services Department in promoting the best possible health outcomes for every Lake County resident, and brought both insight and grit to the County's response to the historic COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, Tina Scott has shown uncommon dedication to ensuring difficult public conversations are effectively informed and facilitated, in a broad array of subject matter areas, from wildlife-related issues, to energy and climate resiliency, to public education surrounding the dangers of vaping, to watershed and flooding-related matters; and
WHEREAS, Scott has long been a constant and visible proponent of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Lake County, and brought the credibility of a true community leader to the Board of Supervisors' own and countywide effort to promote greater tolerance and justice in 2021 and 2022; and
WHEREAS, after decades of disagreement, Supervisor Scott helped the County and City of Lakeport meaningfully progress toward annexation of 137 acres in the South Main Street area by the City, as a member of the negotiating team that successfully forged a Tax Sharing Agreement, adopted by both governing bodies January 11, 2022; and
WHEREAS, our Board and the County of Lake are very pleased Tina Scott will remain a leader and transformative figure in Lake County for years to come, entering service with Lakeport Unified School District this fall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, Tina Scott is hereby commended for her dedicated service to all Lake County-connected individuals, and we extend to our deeply valued colleague and friend best wishes for good health, happiness and great success in the years ahead.
ISSUED this 26th day of July, 2022.
_________________________________ _________________________________
Chair & District 3 Supervisor District 1 Supervisor
_________________________________ ________________________________
District 2 Supervisor District 5 Supervisor
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Commending Supervisor Tina Scott
5.2Adopt Proclamation Commending Sherri Vannest for Her Commitment to Public Safety and the Residents She Serves With Over 30 Years of Service
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
PROCLAMATION COMMENDING SHERRI VANNEST FOR HER COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE RESIDENTS SHE SERVES WITH OVER 30 YEARS OF SERVICE
WHEREAS, records and Communications Supervisor Sherri Vannest joined the Clearlake Police Department in 1991 and was hired as an employee shortly thereafter working as an Office Assistant, Confidential Secretary and Secretary to the Chief of Police. Sherri developed an extensive knowledge of the administrative functions of the police department, including payroll, file maintenance and records processing, and oversaw various computer systems within the agency.
WHEREAS, during the Great Recession in 2009, Sherri was laid off, but undeterred in her desire to serve, she returned to Clearlake Police Department as a dispatcher in 2010. Sherri went on to earn her Dispatcher Basic, Intermediate and Advanced certificates from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. In 2014, Sherri was promoted to the position of Records and Communications Supervisor.
WHEREAS, beyond her primary job responsibilities, Sherri has taken on numerous ancillary responsibilities and duties throughout her career. As a notary public and proctor for POST entry level testing for dispatchers and police officers, she has been directly involved in the hiring of the many people who have served the agency over the years. Sherri managed numerous grants, including the Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant that has helped make our officers safer. As the de-facto technology coordinator, Sherri kept the computers running and ensured personnel were knowledgeable and supported in their use.
WHEREAS, Sherri took a lead role in the department's transition into a state-funded 9-1-1 public safety answering point, which brought the level of 9-1-1 service and accessibility to the standard enjoyed elsewhere in the state. Sherri has consistently been an advocate for the dispatchers she leads and is a proud member of the Clearlake Police Department.
WHEREAS, after 29 years of service of devoted public service to the City of Clearlake, Sherri has decided to enter a much-deserved retirement in which she can spend more time with her family and working on her farm. Sherri will be missed, but she has given a considerable amount of service to the public and we wish her well in retirement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake recognizes the 30+ years of service dedicated to the residents of Clearlake and Lake County in providing the necessary support that our first responders require to be safe and successful in their task of protecting our communities. Sherri's dedication and perseverance in pushing the Clearlake Police Department forward has long lasting impacts that will be felt for years and decades to come.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Commending Sherri Vannest for Her Commitment to Public Safety and the Residents She Serves With Over 30 Years of Service
5.3Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2022-69 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, Budget Unit No. 1012, Administrative Office
Action Item
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Staff is requesting your Board adopt a resolution that changes the position allocation of the Administrative Office.
We are requesting to add one (1) Chief Climate Resiliency Officer allocation.
We are submitting this request to your Board now, versus waiting until you consider the Final Recommended Budget in approximately two months given the need to move forward with recruiting and hiring.
CalOES has awarded the County $636,545 in grant funds through the Prepare California Jumpstart Program to fund the Chief Climate Resiliency Officer position for five years. The grant period is from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2022-69 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, Budget Unit No. 1012, Administrative Office
Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Susan Parker presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.4Sitting as the Lake County Air Quality Management District Board of Directors, Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between County of Mendocino and the Lake County Air Quality Management District for Air Pollution Control Officer (APCO) Duties, effective August 1, 2022.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As your Board is aware, the Lake County APCO has been providing APCO services to Mendocino County while updating their job descriptions and recruiting a replacement for the retired APCO. These services have been ongoing since February, 2022. The majority of this work is performed remotely and via teleconference.
As APCO, I continue to be willing to assist Mendocino County, on a limited basis as defined in the MOU. The MOU is written for up to 6 month, though I anticipate the APCO recruitment will be successful in the next couple months. The prior recruitments did not result in hiring an APCO. The current recruitment shows promise. The first round of interviews are anticipated to start in the near future. Should the position remain vacant, the MOU will be brought back to this Board for discussion. I anticipate requesting a discussion by this Board by the end of October, should the recruitment in Mendocino County fail to result in hiring an APCO.
The assistance provided to Mendocino County ensures that Lake County is not adversely impacted by air pollution from Mendocino County activities that are not adequately regulated due to lack of oversight. Lake County is downwind of Mendocino County, so providing these services helps prevent impacts in Lake County.
Pursuant to the attached MOU, with the approval of your Board, the LCAQMD will extend the services of the APCO, Douglas Gearhart for up to an additional 6 months (August 1 through January 31, 2023). In exchange for these services, Mendocino County will pay Lake County a total of $110.00 per hour up to a maximum of 10 hours per week. Additionally, in the case of a special project with concurrence of the APCO, Mendocino County may request an additional 10 hours in a week (total of 20 hours for one week). This Board will be notified and approval requested at the next available Board meeting.
Recommended Action
That the Board of Directors Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between County of Mendocino and the Lake County Air Quality Management District for Air Pollution Control Officer (APCO) Duties, effective August 1, 2022.
5.5Approve the Extended Use of County Juvenile Hall Facility for a Temporary Support Shelter Targeting Lake County's Chronically Homeless Population through September 30, 2022.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On July 20th, 2021, your Board approved a contract between Lake County Behavioral Health Services and Elijah House to fund continued COVID-19 homeless shelter operations at old juvenile hall. Elijah House is confident they can continue to run the shelter through September 30, 2022, however, due to funding constraints, operations may cease before then. The County's Space Use Committee has provided ongoing support for the use of the former juvenile hall facility on a temporary basis for the purpose of a homeless shelter.
Staff recommends your Board adopt the Space Use Committee's recommendation to extend temporary use of old juvenile hall by Elijah House, as described herein.
Recommended Action
Approve the Extended Use of County Juvenile Hall Facility for a Temporary Support Shelter Targeting Lake County's Chronically Homeless Population through September 30, 2022.
5.6Approve Board of Supervisors Minutes July 12, 2022
Action Item
passed on consent
5.7Approve Amendment Two to Agreement between the County of Lake and Quincy Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services for Hill Road MP 7.75 Landslide Repair Project, in Lake County, CA in the amount not to exceed $125,000, for a revised total contract amount of $420,805.07 and authorize the chair to sign
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On May 2, 2017, the Department of Public Works entered into an agreement with Quincy Engineering to provide preliminary and final design, right of way, bidding and construction assistance services for Hill Road MP 7.75 Landslide Repair Project.
Exhibit "C" of Amendment Two provides a detail sheet that clearly identifies each affected task, task budget augmentation, task budget reduction, and task budget re-allocation. Caltrans has concurred with this amendment and associated costs are eligible for reimbursement As a result of this amendment, the contract amount will be increased by a net amount of $125,000.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Emergency Relief Funding Grant provides 100% of the funds required for this project.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the Amendment Two to Agreement for Engineering Services for Hill Road MP 7.75 Landslide Repair Project with Quincy Engineering in the amount not to exceed $125,000, for a revised total contract amount of $420,805.07, and authorize the Chairman to execute said Agreement.
5.8Approve Amendment Two to Agreement between the County of Lake and Drake Haglan/ Dewberry, Inc. for the Upper Wolf Creek Bridge at Wolf Creek Bridge Replacement Project in Lake County, California for an increase of $63,987.00 and an overall contract amount of $513,892.00 and authorize the chair to sign
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On February 2, 2016, the Department of Public Works entered into an Agreement with Drake Haglan and Associates, Inc. for Engineering Services for the Upper Wolf Creek at Wolf Creek Road Bridge Replacement Project in Lake County, CA. The Agreement was modified by Amendment One to allow for an extension of the contract term, and substitution of key personnel required during the design phase of this project. This engineering services contract has been reassigned from Drake Haglan Inc. to Dewberry Inc., as the former corporation has been acquired by the latter.
Amendment Two will add additional engineering design services involved with the relocation of utilities including those of PG&E, AT&T, and water mains belonging to Lake County Special Districts. Amendment Two will provide for the additional effort required for Task 5, "Final Design Engineering", Task 8, "Utility Relocation Coordination", and Task 12, "Water Line Relocation and Design". A fixed fee and other direct costs are included for this additional scope of work. Caltrans has concurred with this amendment and associated costs are eligible for reimbursement. As a result of this amendment, the contract amount will be increased as indicated below by task and by bridge:
Summary by Task Additional Fee Not to Exceed
Task 5 - Final Design Engineering (Upper Wolf Creek) $18,363.00
Task 8 - Utility Relocation Coordination (Upper Wolf Creek) $6,712.00
Task 12 - Water Line Relocation and Design (Upper Wolf Creek) $24,869.00
Other Direct Costs $9,048.00
Fixed Fee $4,995.00
Summary by Bridge Additional Fee Not to Exceed
Cache Creek Bridge at Chalk Mountain Road $0.00
Upper Wolf Creek Bridge at Wolf Creek Road $63,987.00
Total $63,987.00
This project is 100% funded for construction with state and federal funds. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Caltrans offer Federal Highway Bridge Program (HBP) funds and California Toll Credit funds to eligible projects. The FHWA, in an agreement with Caltrans, provides for the use of toll credits in lieu of local matching funds.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve Amendment Two to the Agreement for Engineering Services for Two (2) Bridge Replacement Projects in Spring Valley Subdivision in Lake County, CA, with Dewberry, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $513,892.00 (an increase of $63,987.00) and authorize the Chairman to execute said Amendment.
5.9(a) Approve the Master Agreement between the County of Lake and Armstrong Consultants for consulting services related to Lampson Airfield, and (b) Approve Supplemental Services Agreement Number 1 and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policies require that local agencies who utilize the services of consultants perform a procurement every five years, to ensure fair and competitive bidding. To comply with this policy, in 2021 the Lake County Department of Public Works (DPW) prepared a Request for Proposals for engineering services at Lampson Airfield. Three proposals were received, and after review of the proposals following the county Consultant Selection Policy, it was determined that Armstrong Consultants was the most qualified firm. Today's item proposes your Board's consideration of both a Master Agreement along with a Supplemental Services contract for the consultant's general engineering services, both of which are attached.
The Master Agreement contains no cost proposal and simply defines the framework with which projects will be developed, along with the roles and responsibilities of each party. Both the Consultant and County Counsel have reviewed and agreed to the provisions of the agreement. The proposed Supplemental Services Agreement is intended to cover general engineering and consulting services, which are summarized in the attachment to the Agreement.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors (a) Approve the Master Agreement between the County of Lake and Armstrong Consultants for consulting services related to Lampson Airfield, and (b) Approve Supplemental Services Agreement Number 1 and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreements.
5.10a) Approve Purchase of Mandated Client Services Described as After Care Services with Evolve Youth Services and Authorize Director of Social Services or her Designee to Issue a Purchase Order in an Amount not to Exceed $34,000.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
LCDSS, Child Welfare Services (CWS) is mandated to place dependents of the Juvenile Court in the least restrictive environment available and to provide the supportive services that are needed to maintain that placement.
An LCDSS foster youth was transitioned from a Short Term Residential Placement (STRTP) to a resource home in Humboldt County where he is living with a half sibling. All previous placements of this youth had been unsuccessful with the exception of the high-level (STRTP) at the cost of $15,281 per month. This permanent placement will allow the siblings to remain together and requires the support of extensive outside services, which are available through Evolve, a non-profit organization already working with the sibling in the home. This placement was determined to be in the best interest of the aforementioned foster youth.
At the time of this initial placement in August 2021, the state had not set rates for aftercare services so CWS worked with the facility to develop a cost for the package of services to be delivered on a monthly basis. Once the State's expectation and rate system was set, Evolve sent an invoice for the months of August 2021 to February 2022. The Board approved the purchase order for these services on June 28th 2022.
Typically, the non-discretionary nature of these services are billed on a monthly basis and would fall far below the amount requiring BOS approval. However, due to the extenuating circumstances described above, LCDSS must pay for services rendered for the months of March 2022 through June 2022 at the monthly rate of $8,500 for a total of $34,000. The back payment owed exceeds Department purchasing authority limits and does require BOS approval. These services are consistent with dependency court mandates requiring placement in the least restrictive environment possible and prevents an STRTP placement at a cost of $15,281 per month.
LCDSS anticipates additional monthly invoices from July 2022 through January 2023. LCDSS is currently creating a contract for these essential services due to their ongoing nature and that they will be provided to an individual client.
Recommended Action
a) Approve Purchase of mandated client services described as after care services with Evolve Youth Services and authorize Director of Social Services or her designee to issue a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $ 34,000.
5.11Second Reading of Ordinance Adding Article XXIX To Chapter 2 of The Lake County Code Establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The first reading of this ordinance was July 19, 2022. This is the second reading.
Recommended Action
Second Reading of Ordinance Adding Article XXIX To Chapter 2 of The Lake County Code Establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy
5.12(Sitting as the Board of Directors, Lake County Watershed Protection District) Adopt resolution authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to accept a California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention FY 2022/2023 Grant for $399,780.00 and approve Water Resources Director as Signature Authorization to Execute Agreement.
Resolution
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Staff is requesting the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District (District) approve an updated resolution authorizing the Water Resources Director to accept and execute a grant agreement with the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways to continue the Quagga Mussel Prevention Program for Lake County. This item is not anticipated to be controversial; therefore we are requesting this item be placed on the consent agenda.
The grant agreement is attached for your reference and provides $399,780.00 in funds from the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways. This grant agreement and approved resolution will provide funds to continue the staffing of boat ramp monitors, program administrative staff, some water quality monitoring, education and outreach through video and audio methods, maintain improved boater inspection support by contracting with Mussel Dogs, and complete the transfer to a digital database boater tracking system. The funds this grant will provide further supports other funding sources such as current grants provided by the Division of Boating and Waterways, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and local revenues from Quagga Sticker sales.
Approval of this agreement and resolution will allow for the continued protection of Clear Lake and Lake County from a devastating invasive mussel introduction.
Recommended Action
Adopt resolution authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to accept a California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention FY 2022/2023 Grant for $399,780.00 and approve Water Resources Director as Signature Authorization to Execute Agreement.
| Estimated Cost | 399,780.00 |
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On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved Consent Agenda items 5.1 through 5.12 with the exception of item 5.3 which was pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
6. Timed Items
6.19:05 A.M. - Lake County Animal Care and Control Pet of the Week
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Control Director Jonathan Armas presented the pets of the week to the Board.
6.29:06 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Ray Aoli, Sheryl Carr, Julia Bono, and Charles Bono spoke.
6.39:15 A.M. - Public Hearing regarding Consideration/Discussion of Naming a Certain Existing Unnamed Road - Snow Road in Lower Lake.
Public Hearing
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On June 28, 2022, the Board of Supervisors approved a Resolution of Intent to name a certain existing unnamed road in Lower Lake. The proposed road name is Snow Road.
The Resolution of Intent set a public hearing on this matter has been set for July 26, 2022 at 9:15 a.m. to consider public input on the proposed action.
Recommended Action
If in the absence of compelling public input to the contrary, Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt the name as proposed. This can be accomplished by a motion of the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, approved to name the road Snow Road in Lower Lake as proposed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Public Works Director Scott De Leon presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:45 A.M. - Presentation, CDBG Grant Project and Program Activities Update
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) provides Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to rural counties and cities on a competitive basis. The county has been successful in obtaining multiple CDBG funded grants over the past several years. Grant writing and grant implementation services are provided by a local consulting firm, Community Development Services, (CDS) based in Kelseyville, Ca.
Currently the County is implementing the following five CDBG grants:
1. Cobb Area Water District Systems Improvements for the Summit Area, Hill 9&10, and Branding Iron. These significant water systems improvement projects now provide quality and adequate water to over 1,500 households in the Cobb Mountain area for domestic use and fire prevention. The projects are very nearly complete, we anticipate final funding drawdown by August 31, 2022. The CDBG grant amount is $5,597,737, matched with State Water Resources funds in the amount of $1,812,519.
2. Low Interest Business Loan programs funded with CDBG Covid-19 (CDBG CV-1,2&3) grants, in the amount of $780,000 which provide low interest (1%) loans from $35,000 to $210,000 for the purpose of helping businesses retain full time jobs in our unincorporated communities.
3. Low Interest Business Loan program funded with CDBG Economic Development funds in the amount of $415,000 for loans in the range of $35,000 to $105,000 to businesses that will create new jobs in our unincorporated communities.
4. Microenterprise Technical Assistance program funded at $232,500 for free technical assistance to small businesses with five employees or less with cash flow management, Quick Books, business planning, marketing, and other services as needed.
County staff and representatives from Community Development Services will provide a report to the Board regarding the current implementation activities for these grants.
Recommended Action
No Action Required
| Estimated Cost | 0 |
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Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Jeff Lucas, Debra Shwartz, Andy Lucas, Ben Murphy and California Howland spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.510:00 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Commending Supervisor Tina Scott
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Proclamation
Commending Supervisor Tina Scott
WHEREAS, following five years, seven months of distinguished, compassionate and dedicated public service as District 4 Supervisor, Tina Scott is resigning July 31, 2022; and
WHEREAS, throughout her time as Supervisor, Scott has been a powerful and effective advocate for the needs of Lake County's unhoused individuals, and has partnered with the Lake County Continuum of Care, Hope Rising, Elijah House and other community-based organizations to make a meaningful difference for many residents, including contributions to the establishment of transitional housing programs in Lakeport and Clearlake and efforts to increase federal funding for supportive housing and intensive case management; and
WHEREAS, Tina Scott is also a passionate and enduring advocate for Foster Youth in Lake County, whose own family has brought strong support in 65 foster placements, and this experience and perspective brought essentially irreplaceable value to Committee assignments such as the First 5 Commission and Children's Council, and enhanced the Board of Supervisors' capacity to promote the well-being of every Lake County resident; and
WHEREAS, as a Certified Tourism Ambassador since 2016, Supervisor Scott effectively supported the Chamber of Commerce and contributed to broader efforts to promote tourism and help visitors to Lake County have positive and memorable experiences; and
WHEREAS, in 2018, Scott was honored by United States Congressman Mike Thompson as the 5th Congressional District's "Angel in Adoption," bringing greater attention to the profound need of Resource Parents in Lake County; and
WHEREAS, also in 2018, Scott was appointed to join a small group of Supervisors and other government officials from California, Alaska and Hawaii that met with the President of the United States, and she has consistently sought opportunities to make the interests and priorities of Lake County residents known at the State and national levels; and
WHEREAS, Supervisor Scott has been a true partner to Lake County's Health Services Department in promoting the best possible health outcomes for every Lake County resident, and brought both insight and grit to the County's response to the historic COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, Tina Scott has shown uncommon dedication to ensuring difficult public conversations are effectively informed and facilitated, in a broad array of subject matter areas, from wildlife-related issues, to energy and climate resiliency, to public education surrounding the dangers of vaping, to watershed and flooding-related matters; and
WHEREAS, Scott has long been a constant and visible proponent of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Lake County, and brought the credibility of a true community leader to the Board of Supervisors' own and countywide effort to promote greater tolerance and justice in 2021 and 2022; and
WHEREAS, after decades of disagreement, Supervisor Scott helped the County and City of Lakeport meaningfully progress toward annexation of 137 acres in the South Main Street area by the City, as a member of the negotiating team that successfully forged a Tax Sharing Agreement, adopted by both governing bodies January 11, 2022; and
WHEREAS, our Board and the County of Lake are very pleased Tina Scott will remain a leader and transformative figure in Lake County for years to come, entering service with Lakeport Unified School District this fall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, Tina Scott is hereby commended for her dedicated service to all Lake County-connected individuals, and we extend to our deeply valued colleague and friend best wishes for good health, happiness and great success in the years ahead.
ISSUED this 26th day of July, 2022.
_________________________________ _________________________________
Chair & District 3 Supervisor District 1 Supervisor
_________________________________ ________________________________
District 2 Supervisor District 5 Supervisor
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Commending Supervisor Tina Scott.
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein introduced the item to the Board. Chair Crandell read the Proclamation into the record and presented it to Supervisor Scott. Lieutenant Bingham, Deputy Community Development Director Mireya Turner, Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf and Health Services Director Jonathan Portney spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Gillian Parrillo, Samantha Bond, Kevin Ingram. The following person spoke via Zoom: JoAnn Saccato. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.610:10 A.M. - Presentation of Resolution by the Board of Trustees of the Lake County Law Library
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Resolution by the Board of Trustees of the Lake County Law Library
Whereas, Supervisor Tina Scott has, since her appointment to the Board of Ttustees on the 8th day of January 2019, executed with singular competence, dedication, and good will the duties as a Trustee on the Lake County Law Libra1y Board of Trustees (the Board); and
Whereas, the Board deeply appreciates Tina Scott's participation and contributions on behalf of the Law Library in furtherance of public access to justice; and
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that we, the members of the Board of � Trustees, appreciative of the valuable contributions by Supervisor Tina Scott to the operations of the Lake County Law Library, its patrons and staff, do hereby unanimously express our gratitude and earnest commendation for her devotion to the Lake County Law Librruy and to the citizens of the County of Lake, State of California.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Casse Forczek presented the item to the Board. Kelly Kobetsky spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.710:15 A.M. - CivicSpark Fellow Presentation: The Clear Lake Shoreline Inventory Project and Shoreline Stewardship Program Development for the Lake County Water Resources Department
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
AmeriCorps CivicSpark Fellow Emma Belanger will present a summary of her service year with the Lake County Water Resources Department (Department). This August, the CivicSpark Fellow will have completed an eleven-month term of AmeriCorps service with the Department that began in September 2021 with the goal of implementing the Clear Lake Shoreline Assessment and Inventory Project and beginning the process of developing a Shoreline Stewardship Program.
The Shoreline Inventory Project objective is to improve and protect the public's interest in the waters and the bed of the waters in and around Clear Lake and support statewide interests in commerce, navigation, fishery, recreation, and ecological preservation, while the objective of the Shoreline Stewardship Program is to advance public awareness about shoreline management, best practices, and stewardship in order to bolster the ecological health of Clear Lake and promote community engagement.
Throughout her service year, the Fellow supported Lake County Water Resources Lakebed Management by inventorying the natural and artificial conditions of the shoreline, researching other shoreline stewardship programs in the United States, making recommendations for the future implementation of a Shoreline Stewardship program, and creating outreach material to utilize the public's knowledge and perceptions regarding the Clear Lake shoreline, along with a variety of other tasks and responsibilities.
More specifically, the CivicSpark Fellow accomplished completing the "Score the Shore" methodology and created an inventory of data for the totality of Clear Lake's shoreline. With this data set, both lakebed managers within the Department and the public will be able to better understand the condition of the shoreline and know how to improve management practices. Importantly, after finishing the inventory, creating an accessible data collection, and disseminating the information in a user-friendly StoryMap that will be posted to the Department's website, the Department now has the capacity for more rigorous and nuanced lakebed and shoreline stewardship that they will be able to communicate with the public.
In this presentation, the Fellow will provide an overview of the implementation of the Clear Lake Shoreline Assessment and Inventory Project including methodology, summary of findings, and next steps. Additionally, the Fellow will outline the next steps for implementing the Shoreline Stewardship Program and how this will augment public care and engagement with Clear Lake.
Recommended Action
Presentation only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis introduced the item to the Board. CivicSpark Fellow Emma Bellinger presented the item to the Board. Water Resources Director Scott De Leon spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.811:00 A.M. - Discussion and Consideration of: a) An Interim Urgency Ordinance Implementing a Temporary Moratorium on the Issuance of Early Activation Permits for Commercial Cannabis; and b) A Resolution of Intention of the Lake County Board of Supervisors to Initiate an Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Relating to Early Activation
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
During your Board's meeting on July 19, 2022, you directed me to bring back to you at the next meeting an interim urgency ordinance implementing a renewed moratorium on the issuance of early activation permits. I have prepared a draft ordinance for your review and consideration.
Government Code section 65858, subdivision (f) allows a jurisdiction to adopt another interim ordinance provided that the interim ordinance is adopted to protect public safety, health, and welfare from an event, occurrence, or set of circumstances different from the event, occurrence, or set of circumstances that led to the adoption of the prior interim ordinance.
Here, the prior interim ordinance relating to early activation permits arose from a situation where there was an overwhelming backlog of early activation permits applications for cannabis cultivation which created significant delays in process minor and major use permits.
The backlog is being addressed. However, new circumstances have arisen in the form of the Board's creation of a task force to consider and improve the commercial cannabis permitting processing and regulations. That task force will be taking a comprehensive view of the entire commercial cannabis permitting process and the continuation of early activation permitting now may result in the development of projects that would conflict with the improvements recommended by this task force.
Also presented for your Board's consideration is an Resolution of Intention whereby your Board directs that the Community Development Department's draft ordinance reflecting its recommendation to rescind existing provisions of the Zoning Ordinance related to early activation permits be presented to the Planning Commission for its recommendations and to the task force for its comments prior to taking action.
Thank you.
Supervisor Sabatier offered the ordinance and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Supervisor Sabatier offered the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: County Counsel Anita Grant presented the item to the Board. Deputy Community Development Director Mireya Turner spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke via Zoom: Margaux and Sarah Bodnar. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Middle Creek Project Committee Appointment
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On June 14, 2022, the Lake County Board of Supervisors presented a Proclamation Commending Peter Windrem, one of the voices urging for the formation of the Middle Creek Project Committee, for his passion and advocacy for Lake County, its residents and wildlife. Mr. Windrem shared he will be stepping down from his role on the Middle Creek Project Committee as a Committee Member.
During this time, your Board advertised the vacancy of one (1) seat for the Middle Creek Project Committee and announced that applications will be accepted until July 15th to ensure a July 26th appointment.
One (1) application was submitted to the County of Lake Administrative via the online Advisory Board Application Form. Ms. Merry Jo Velasquez submitted her application for consideration of appointee for the vacant Middle Creek Project Committee seat.
Ms. Velazquez has been a dedicated member of the public participating in the Middle Creek Project Committee public meetings for over a year and is well aware of the history and current status of the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project.
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicant, Merry Jo Velasquez, to the Middle Creek Project Committee.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, appointed Merry Jo Velasquez to the Middle Creek Project Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of Letter to CPUC Re: CPUC Fast Trip Regulations
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On July 14th, RCRC reached out to all member counties requesting action be taken regarding the lack of regulation over Investor Owned Utilities such as PG&E when it comes to Fast Trip electrical outages.
As utilities use fewer and fewer pre-planned Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events, there has been a tremendous increase in unplanned Fast Trip-related outages. While these outages generally impact fewer customers and may not last as long as PSPS events, their frequency and unplanned nature have had a debilitating impact on thousands of customers at a time. Last summer, PG&E's EPSS program was used on a limited number of circuits and resulted in over 600 outages (with some circuits experiencing as many as 19 discrete outages over a period of just a few months). This year, PG&E has doubled the number of line-miles in the EPSS program from 11,500 miles to 25,500 miles, with 44 counties now being impacted by the EPSS program.
As with PSPS events, IOUs' Fast Trip Programs impose significant potential risks to public health, safety, and welfare. Despite these risks, the Fast Trip Programs are generally not overseen or regulated by the Commission. RCRC believes this proposal will significantly increase CPUC oversight of Fast Trip electrical outages and improve utility accountability.
The deadline for submitting a letter in support of the request from Pioneer Community Energy, Sonoma Clean Power Authority, East Bay Community, and Marin Clean Energy is July 27th. The request is for CPUC to develop rules governing the conduct, reporting, and oversight of utility Fast Trip electrical outages, including PG&E's Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) outages.
Recommended Action
Approve letter to CPUC and have Board Chair sign and submit to CPUC prior to July 27 deadline.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter to CPUC Re: CPUC Fast Trip Regulations. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of the following Advisory Board Appointments:
Resource Conservation District
Appointment
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Resource Conservation District: 1 (one) Vacancy
Merry Jo Valasquez - Re-Appointment
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, reappointed Merry Jo Velasquez to the Resources Conservation District. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chair Crandell presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.5Consideration of Review of Planning Services Contract between the County of Lake and LACO
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California State Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has designated an allocation of a $2,101,143 grant to the County of Lake to be used towards supporting staff in processing the substantial workloads associated with transitioning a significant number of cannabis business into the regulated market, all with the goal of transitioning cultivators to annual licenses with the State.
Lake County's application to the DCC requested grant funding to secure consultants that can assist in the processing of cannabis permit applications. A criteria for this grant program requires that these funds cannot be used to supplant existing funding sources. To that end, the current LACO agreement has been in place since January 1, 2022.
As of July 18, 2022, LACO has been assigned 70 projects:
* 6 projects have been approved
* 37 project review status memos were submitted
* 10 projects have project review underway
* 5 projects are at the Planning Commission stage
o 3 projects are tentatively scheduled for the July 28th Planning Commission meeting
o 2 projects are tentatively scheduled for the August 11th Planning Commission meeting
o 1 project is appealed to the Board of Supervisors
o 4 projects are continued to a later PC date
* 1 project has missing or incomplete file information that is required to complete the status review memo
* 1 project is on hold
* 8 projects have been returned or withdrawn
A working relationship between LACO Associates and the Planning Division's Cannabis Program has been established and processes and procedures have been developed, and we continue to work with LACO to better streamline the permitting process.
Recommended Action
Discuss the performance of the working relationship with LACO Associates and make recommendations for improvements.
Direction was given to staff to return in January 2023 with a new report.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Community Development Director Mireya Turner introduced the item to the Board. Cannabis Program Manager Andrew Amelung and Byron Turner spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Jennifer Smith, Erin McCarrick, and Sarah Bodnar. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6ADDENDUM - Consideration of Support Letter for the California Water Service (AMI) Advanced Metering Infrastructure Installation. Northern California Project for the WaterSmart water Energy Efficiency Grant Application FY23cycle
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
California Water Service's Advanced Metering Infrastructure [AMI] Installation, Northern California Project for the WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Application FY23 cycle.
This grant would offset their costs for AMI, or "smart meter" installation and significantly reduce water use, improve conservation and lower water bills for our constituents in Lucerne, while keeping rates affordable. Please find the template letter attached for your review.
This is a time sensitive request as they need approval by close of business on July 27th.
Recommended Action
Approve the letter for the Board of Supervisors Chair to sign on behalf of County support
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter for the California Water Service (AMI) Advanced Metering Infrastructure Installation. Northern California Project for the WaterSmart water Energy Efficiency Grant Application FY23cycle. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chair Crandell presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Sheryl Carr. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. Closed Session
8.1Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 549.56.9(d)(1) – Citizens for Environmental Protection and Responsible Planning, et al. v. County of Lake, et al.
Closed Session Item
8.2Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9 (d)(2), (e)(3) – Claim of Hayes
Closed Session Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Scott
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
On motion of Supervisor Scott, and by vote of the Board, approved claim of Hayes in the amount of $11,529.00. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Scott, Pyska, and Crandell
8.3Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(1) – City of Clearlake v. County of Lake. Et al.
Closed Session Item
8.4Conference with Legal Counsel: Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9 (d)(2), (e)(5)- One Potential Case
Closed Session Item