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Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, March 7, 2023

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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

4.1EXTRA ITEM – (a) Consideration of an Extra Agenda Item; (b) Consideration of a Letter of Support for The Tree Mortality Mitigation and Public Safety in Lake County - 22-WP-LNU 47229043 Action Item
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, Chair, District 5 Supervisor Terre Logsdon, Chief Climate Resiliency Officer

Executive Summary

EXTRA ITEM RATIONALE: This item is being submitted as an "Extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows: Friday afternoon, March 3, the County was contacted by Lake County Resource Conservation District, requesting a Letter of Support for CAL FIRE Grant Application [insert grant number]. Lake County RCD indicated they must have all Letters of Support gathered by Friday, March 10, to complete this application in a timely manner. Therefore, this item cannot wait for your Board's next regular meeting. ITEM SUMMARY: You will recall, the Lake County Resource Conservation District (RCD) recently agreed to provide grant writing services, developing a CAL FIRE Grant Application. In total, this application requests $5 million dollars, total, and includes: * A cost-share program for property owners with hazardous trees near their homes; * Development of LiDAR derivatives, analyzing raw data LiDAR data funded by the Department of Conservation and the United States Geological Survey (USGS); * Program management; and * Constructing fuel breaks along ingress and egress routes throughout Lake County in areas affected by Tree Mortality. Attached is a Letter of Support, and we request Board Approval of this Letter, in support of the above-referenced community priorities.

Recommended Action

(a) By Motion, accept this item for consideration as an "Extra" Agenda Item. (b) Approve the Letter of Support, and authorize the Chair to sign.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery Infrastructure Community Collaboration

This item was pulled and continued to the next meeting.
4.2EXTRA ITEM: (a) Consideration of “extra” agenda item, and (b) Consideration to Hold Special Meetings in March, 2023 to Interview County Counsel Candidates in Closed Session and Select a Date Action Item Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Susan Parker, County Administrative Officer

Executive Summary

(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows: This item came to my attention subsequent to the posting of the current agenda and there is a need to take action before the next agenda. (b) On January 25, 2023, your Board received County Counsel Anita Grant's intention to retire on March 24, 2023. On February 7, 2023, your Board selected an Open Recruitment which allows for a 10-day recruitment time which closed on February 16, 2023. The County received 4 qualified candidates for your Board's review. Due to the length of time to interview 4 candidates, staff recommends scheduling 1 or 2 Special Meeting dates. The Board Chambers are available on the following dates and times: First Interview - In-person: Friday, March 10, 2023; 9:00 - 1:00 PM 1:00 - 5:00 PM Second Interview - in-person (If needed): Friday, March 17, 2023; 9:00 - 1:00 PM Reserved (on calendar) 1:00 - 5:00 PM Monday, March 20, 2023; 9:00 - 1:00 PM

Recommended Action

Select dates for County Counsel interviews in a Special Meeting Closed Session.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety

a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to approve the extra item as it came up after the posting of the agenda and needs to be taken up before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska b) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the addition of a special meeting on March 10, 2023 from 1-5 P.M. for the purpose of interviewing for County Counsel. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: a) County Administrative Officer Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed. b) County Administrative Officer Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
4.3EXTRA ITEM - Necessity for Extra- Item Not On The-Posted Agenda - Collier Avenue Housing Project Loan Documents Action Item Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Anita L. Grant, County Counsel

Executive Summary

This is to advise your Board that since the posting of the current agenda, circumstances have occurred since the posting of the current agenda which are relevant to the above-referenced matter and which require your Board's immediate attention and approval prior to the next meeting of your Board. The loan amount for the construction loan has increased by $22,269.90 This will result in changes to the promissory note which the Lake County Housing Commission will hold, the construction loan agreement itself, and the short-form deed of trust. Further although your Board had approved resolutions in 2021 relating to the participation in the No Place like Home Program: Competitive Allocation and the County's acceptance of the noncompetitive allocation award under the o Place Like Home Program RCHDC clarified yesterday that resolutions must additionally be approved in 2023. As a result of the above, it is requested that your Board: l. Move to approve the increase in the construction loan amount for the Collier Avenue Project in the amount of $22,269.90 and authorize the Chair to sign the loan agreement and directly related documents to effectuate that change. 2. Offer the 2023 Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorization to Participate in the No Place Like Home Program: Competitive Allocation 3. Offer the 2023 Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Noncompetitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program. Thank you.

Recommended Action

l. Move to approve the increase in the construction loan amount for the Collier Avenue Project in the amount of $22,269.90 and authorize the Chair to sign the loan agreement and directly related documents to effectuate that change. 2. Offer the 2023 Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorization to Participate in the No Place Like Home Program: Competitive Allocation 3. Offer the 2023 Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Noncompetitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to approve the extra item as it came up after the posting of the agenda and needs to be taken up before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska b) On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved the increase in the construction loan amount for the Collier Avenue Project in the amount of $22,269.90 and authorized the Chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: a) County Counsel Anita Grant presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed. b) County Counsel Anita Grant presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.

5. Approval of the Consent Agenda

5.1a) Approve Letter of Support for Clear Lake Ferry Service Feasibility Study and authorize named Board members to sign; and b) Approve Letter of Support for the Lake County Wildfire Evacuation and Preparedness Plan and authorize named Board members to sign; and c) Approve Letter of Support for The Lake County Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan and authorize named Board Members to sign Action Item pulled on consent Motion carried · 3 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: District 1 Supervisor, Moke Simon District 2 Supervisor, Bruno Sabatier

Recommended Action

a) Approve Letter of Support for Clear Lake Ferry Service Feasibility Study and authorize named Board members to sign; and b) Approve Letter of Support for the Lake County Wildfire Evacuation and Preparedness Plan and authorize named Board members to sign; and c) Approve Letter of Support for The Lake County Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan and authorize named Board Members to sign

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Business Process Efficiency

a) On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Approved Letter of Support for Clear Lake Ferry Service Feasibility Study and authorized the chair to sign with amendments. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska b) On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Approved Letter of Support for the Lake County Wildfire Evacuation and Preparedness Plan and authorized the chair to sign with amendments. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska c) On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Approved Letter of Support for The Lake County Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan and authorized the chair to sign with amendments. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Simon presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.2Approve the Continuation of the Proclamation Declaring a Shelter Crisis Urgency Due to the Current Need for Sheltering for Those Experiencing Homelessness during the Weather and Temperature Patterns That the County of Lake has Been Experiencing Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: January 24, 2023 · From: Bruno Sabatier, County Supervisor, District No. 2

Executive Summary

AB 2553 provides guidance to local governing bodies for declaring a shelter crisis. The need for a shelter is crucial to provide respite and safe shelter for those experiencing homelessness. This declaration will only be utilized to help support a temporary shelter. Once an emergency has been declared, the Continuum of Care and Behavioral Health of Lake County will continue to pursue solutions for permanent shelters. The HHAP Round 4 grant application was approved by the Board of Supervisors recently in hopes to obtain funding to provide a permanent shelter in the future. Both groups are dedicated to finding solutions and ensuring that all shelters provide adequate and appropriate services to those in need.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of proclamation declaring a shelter crisis urgency.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Community Collaboration

5.3Approve the Bylaws of the East Region Town Hall Action Item pulled on consent Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2022 · From: Eddie Crandell, District 3 Supervisor

Executive Summary

(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative): I am requesting our Board consider the recently drafted Bylaws of the East Region Town Hall. The Bylaws were adopted by the Town Hall on February 1, 2023.

Recommended Action

Approve the Bylaws of the East Region Town Hall

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Community Collaboration

On motion of Supervisor Crandell and by vote of the Board, approved Bylaws of the East Region Town Hall with additions and corrections. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Crandell presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.4Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Michael S. Green, District 4 Supervisor, Eddie "E.J." Crandell, District 3 Supervisor

Executive Summary

This Proclamation was adopted February 7, 2023.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency
Cost
Additional Requested$100,000

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery Community Collaboration Clear Lake

5.5Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality. Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, Lake County Supervisor, District No. 5 Moke Simon, Lake County Supervisor, District No. 1

Executive Summary

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection found that its aerial and group surveys in Napa and Lake County revealed widespread conifer mortality leaving trees vulnerable to insect attacks and fire damage. On March 28, 2022, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order No. 7-77, that states the ongoing drought will have significant immediate impacts on communities. In response, the Lake County Risk Reduction Authority created the Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force established to investigate and address the extensive tree mortality in the County caused primarily by wildfire, drought and insect damage. The Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force members have attended several presentations from individuals with considerable expertise in both entomology and tree mortality, including Forest Advisor Dr. Michael Jones, an entomologist from University of California Cooperative. The overriding message was that failure to actively address tree mortality could result in the potential loss or degradation of forest habitats and associated ecological impacts, including the impact of wildlife, water and soil. And as such, create dangerous wildfire conditions that also threaten the safety of persons and property and will likely extend beyond the capacity of public safety services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this County. This Resolution requests the following actions from Governor Newsom; 1) Proclaim a State of Emergency in Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State, 2) Seek designation of tree mortality areas within Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State under Section 8204 of the Agriculture Act of 2014 and seek additional Federal program support; and 3) Request a Presidential Declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster for this emergency.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery Economic Development

5.6Approve Data Sharing Agreement between Partnership Healthplan of California and County of Lake, Behavioral Health Services and authorize the Behavioral Health Director to sign Agreement pulled on consent Motion carried
Carried 5-0
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Todd Metcalf, Director Behavioral Health Services

Executive Summary

Lake County Behavioral Health Services, as the Administrative Entity for the Lake County Continuum of Care (LCCoC), desire to enter into a data sharing agreement with Partnership Healthplan of California (PHP). The goal of this data sharing agreement is to coordinate care between the LCCoC and PHP by allowing exchange of data, including Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data. Execution of this Agreement also allows PHP to release funding to the LCCoC in the following amounts (by calendar year): 2022 - $187,832 2023 - $1,502,661 2024 - $2,066,159

Recommended Action

Approve Data Sharing Agreement between Partnership Healthplan of California and County of Lake, Behavioral Health Services and authorize the Behavioral Health Director to sign

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Economic Development Community Collaboration

On motion of Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Data Sharing Agreement between Partnership Healthplan of California and County of Lake, Behavioral Health Services and authorized the Behavioral Health Director to sign. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier introduced the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.7Approve Resolution Authorizing the Agreements between the County of Lake and the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs for the period of January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 and Authorize the Behavioral Health Director to Sign the Agreements. Resolution passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Todd Metcalf, Behavioral Health Services Director

Executive Summary

Lake County Behavioral Health Services' Substance Use Disorder Program applied for and was awarded two grants in the amount of $74,900.00 for each clinic (Clearlake/South Shore and Lucerne/North Shore). These grants will support training and staff expenses for implementing a program to screen individuals seeking DUI services for opioid use disorder needs. As the Board is aware, Lake County experiences one of the highest rates of death by opioid overdose in the State of California. Thus, increasing screening and access to opioid treatment services, including Medication Assisted Treatment, is critical for the preservation of life and wellbeing in Lake County.

Recommended Action

Approve Resolution Authorizing the Agreements between the County of Lake and the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs for the period of January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 and Authorize the Behavioral Health Director to Sign the Agreements.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents

5.8Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023, as American Red Cross Month in Lake County Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Clerk of the Board

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2023, AS AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, During American Red Cross Month in March, we celebrate the humanitarian spirit of Lake County and reaffirm our commitment to help ensure no one faces a crisis alone; and WHEREAS, caring for one another is at the heart of our community and exemplified by the people of Lake County, whose simple acts of kindness through the Red Cross provide help and hope in people's most difficult moments - continuing the lifesaving legacy of Clara Barton, who founded the organization more than 140 years ago to prevent and alleviate human suffering; and WHEREAS, every day, these ordinary individuals lend a helping hand to make an extraordinary difference for neighbors in need - whether it's providing emergency shelter, food and comfort for families displaced by home fires and other disasters; supporting military members and veterans, along with their families and caregivers, through the unique challenges of service; using vital skills like first aid and CPR to help others survive medical emergencies; or delivering international humanitarian aid and reconnecting loved ones separated by crises around the world; and WHEREAS, their support, volunteerism and generous donations are critical to our community's resilience. We hereby recognize this month of March in honor of all those who fulfill Clara Barton's noble words, "You must never think of anything except the need and how to meet it," and ask everyone to join in this commitment; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors, hereby proclaims March 2023 as Red Cross Month and encourage all citizens of Lake County to reach out and support its humanitarian mission.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023, as American Red Cross Month in Lake County

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

5.9Second Reading of Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of The Lake County Code and Adopting by Reference the 2022 California Building Standards Code, Known As The California Code Of Regulations, Title 24, Parts 1 through 6, 8 through 12, Incorporating The 2022 Edition of the California Administrative Code, Title 24 Part 1; The 2022 Edition of the California Building Code, Title 24 Part 2; The 2022 Edition of the California Residential Code, Title 24 Part 2.5; The 2022 Edition of the California Electrical Code, Title 24 Part 3; The 2022 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, Title 24 Part 4; The 2022 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, Title 24 Part 5; The 2022 Edition of the California Energy Code, Title 24 Part 6; The 2022 Edition of the California Historical Building Code, Title 24 Part 8; The 2022 Edition of the California Fire Code, Title 24 Part 9; The 2022 Edition of the California Existing Building Code, Title 24 Part 10; The 2022 Edition of the California Green Building Code, Title 24 Part 11; The 2022 Edition of the California Referenced Standards Code, Title 24, Part 12; The 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code; The 2021 Edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code Ordinance passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Mireya G. Turner, Director William Collins, Chief Building Official Marcus Beltramo, Code Enforcement Manager

Executive Summary

The first reading of this ordinance was on February 28, 2023. This is the second reading.

Recommended Action

Second Reading of Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of The Lake County Code and Adopting by Reference the 2022 California Building Standards Code, Known As The California Code Of Regulations, Title 24, Parts 1 through 6, 8 through 12, Incorporating The 2022 Edition of the California Administrative Code, Title 24 Part 1; The 2022 Edition of the California Building Code, Title 24 Part 2; The 2022 Edition of the California Residential Code, Title 24 Part 2.5; The 2022 Edition of the California Electrical Code, Title 24 Part 3; The 2022 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, Title 24 Part 4; The 2022 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, Title 24 Part 5; The 2022 Edition of the California Energy Code, Title 24 Part 6; The 2022 Edition of the California Historical Building Code, Title 24 Part 8; The 2022 Edition of the California Fire Code, Title 24 Part 9; The 2022 Edition of the California Existing Building Code, Title 24 Part 10; The 2022 Edition of the California Green Building Code, Title 24 Part 11; The 2022 Edition of the California Referenced Standards Code, Title 24, Part 12; The 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code; The 2021 Edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery

5.10Approve Continuation of a Local Health Emergency Related to the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) as Proclaimed by the Lake County Public Health Officer Action Item pulled on consent Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Public Health

Executive Summary

(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative): The declaration was declared on March 9, 2020, by then Public Health Officer Gary Pace, due to the introduction of COVID-19 into the County of Lake. California Health and Safety Code Section 101080 provides authority for the Health Officer to issue a declaration of local health emergency. The authority to discontinue the local health emergency rests with your Board. As your Board is aware, the local health emergencies for all of the wildfire disasters since 2015 have continued well beyond the threat of the immediate disaster. The emergencies are continued during the months following to enable the County's claiming of disaster costs to FEMA and to CalOES, as applicable. County Disaster Finance staff have not been able to get a definitive answer from FEMA regarding the impacts of discontinuing the local health emergency and recommends that as long as we continue to incur and claim costs relating to COVID, that the local health emergency remain active. There are no COVID-related local restrictions associated with the local health emergency, so while the declaration can remain in place to ensure recovery of associated costs, there is no impact on the public by having it continue. Finally, in checking with other counties regarding their comparable declarations, the vast majority responding indicated they are continuing their local health emergencies for the reasons described herein and in fact, many have tied their local health emergencies to the State of California, meaning that when the State terminates its local health emergency, the counties will follow suit.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of a Local Health Emergency Related to the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) as Proclaimed by the Lake County Public Health Officer.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety

On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to reopen item 5.10. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved Continuation of a Local Health Emergency Related to the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) as Proclaimed by the Lake County Public Health Officer. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Health Services Director Jonathan Portney presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.11a) Waive the formal bidding requirement; and b) authorize the IT Director to issue a Purchase Order in the amount of $33,386.77 to Dell Marketing L.P. for 31 public access computers for the Lake County Library Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Shane French, Information Technology Director

Executive Summary

The Lake County Library is requesting to purchase new computers to replace end-of-life public access computers at its four branch libraries. We have received a quote for 31 computers and monitors on the Dell State of California NASPO ValuePoint contract, a cooperative purchase contract available to state an local government entities in California. We are requesting your board's permission to issue a purchase order in the amount of $33,386.77 for the purchase of these computers.

Recommended Action

a) Waive the formal bidding requirement; and b) authorize the IT Director to issue a Purchase Order in the amount of $33,386.77 to Dell Marketing L.P. for 31 public access computers for the Lake County Library

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

5.12Adopt Resolution Re-Affirming the Existence of a Local Emergency due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold, and Requesting State Assistance Under the California Disaster Assistance Act Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Lake County Sheriff, as Director of Emergency Services

Executive Summary

As your Board is aware, low elevation snow and extreme cold has recently caused significant peril to human life and damage to property in Lake County. As a result, I Proclaimed the existence of a Local Emergency on Friday, February 24, 2023, pursuant to Section 6-5 of the Lake County Code. Your Board confirmed the existence of a Local Emergency on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, meeting the legal requirement for Board ratification within seven (7) days of my original Proclamation. As your Board will be aware, Governor Newsom Proclaimed a State of Emergency in 13 California Counties Wednesday, March 1, 2023, but Lake was not included. A Resolution is attached for your Consideration, and can be Adopted, if your Board finds re-affirming the existence of a Local Emergency, and making specific requests for State support, as detailed in the Resolution, is appropriate. Asks include the addition of Lake County to those California Counties covered by Governor Newsom's Emergency Proclamation.

Recommended Action

Adopt Resolution Re-Affirming the Existence of a Local Emergency due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold, and Requesting State Assistance Under the California Disaster Assistance Act

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery Infrastructure Community Collaboration

5.13Approve Continuation of an Emergency Declaration for Drought Conditions Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/Coroner/OES Director

Executive Summary

Pursuant to Chapter 6, Article 1 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency when Lake County is affected by, or likely to be affected by a public calamity and the Board of Supervisors is not in session. During the existence of this local emergency, the powers, functions and duties of the Director of Emergency Services and the emergency organization of the County shall be those prescribed by state law, and by ordinance and resolutions of this County, approved by the Board of Supervisors, and by the Lake Operational Area Emergency Operations Plan, as approved by the Board of Supervisors. On April 21, 2021, the Governor of the State of California proclaimed a State of Emergency for the Counties of Sonoma and Mendocino due to extremely low reservoir levels and drought conditions. Inasmuch, Lake County water table levels are at significantly to critically low levels and are being continuously monitored. Based upon low water levels, the County may have to consider measures to address the water shortages. These measures may include taking steps to conserve water by practicing water conservation efforts, including, but not limited to repairing leaking plumbing, limiting non-essential watering, limiting car washing, filling bathtubs halfway or less, using high-efficient appliances, reducing shower times, only washing full loads of laundry, turning off water when brushing teeth or shaving, planting drought resistant landscaping and implementing other practices that reduce water consumption. Short or long-term solutions are costly; however, the County may be eligible for State or Federal assistance should the need arise to address drought issues if conditions persist. Therefore, the declaration of an emergency will allow the County to qualify for funding that has been specifically set aside for drought relief purposes. Programs within the State focus on ground water management, conservation and recapture/recycle initiatives. By declaring a local emergency, the County is taking a pro-active approach to address drought related disaster issues. In addition, with the adoption of a proclamation declaring a state of local emergency, State law requires the Board of Supervisors to review the status of the emergency at least once every 30 days.

Recommended Action

Approve the Continuation of a Proclamation of Emergency Declaration for Drought Conditions.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Recovery Clear Lake

5.14Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency due to COVID-19 Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/Coroner/OES Director

Executive Summary

See attached proclamation.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency due to COVID-19.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety

5.15Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: February 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/Coroner/Director of Emergency Services

Executive Summary

Ratification of the Proclamation of a Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event. Section 6-5 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency when Lake County is affected or likely to be affected by public calamity. Such a Proclamation shall expire seven days after issuance unless confirmed and ratified by the Lake County Board of Supervisors. On this date, the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director has proclaimed a local emergency for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event and ratification by the Lake County Board of Supervisors is needed.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety

5.16Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/ Coroner/ OES Director

Executive Summary

Please see attached proclamation.

Recommended Action

Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery

5.17Waive Competitive Bidding per 38.2(3) and Approve Amendment One to Agreement between the County of Lake and Track Group to provide Electronic Monitoring and Associated Services for an amount not to exceed $75,000, and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Wendy Mondfrans, Chief Probation Officer

Executive Summary

The Lake County Probation Department uses electronic monitoring pursuant to Court Orders to monitor the whereabouts of juveniles and adults on probation. The contract for this service is with Track Group, Inc. and has been in place since April 23, 2018. The contract amount for this service has been $25,000 per year since the Agreement went into effect. Last year, the Probation Department contracted with the Lake County Superior Court to supervise those individuals on supervised release pending trial pursuant to SB129 (known as Probation's pre-trial program). Often, when someone is in the pre-trial program, the Court orders the person to be monitored electronically. As part of the contract with the Superior Court, the Court reimburses Probation for this expense monthly, and there is no net cost to the Department for these individuals. As a result of the pre-trial program, the number of individuals on electronic monitoring has increased dramatically, and $25,000 is no longer sufficient to cover the Department's annual cost for this service. This Amendment does not increase the unit rate for electronic monitors, but rather increases the overall amount to be spent because of the dramatic increase in usage from the pre-trial program. To remain in compliance with the agreement with the Superior Court, Probation is seeking to amend the Agreement with Track Group, Inc. by extending the maximum spent annually to $75,000. It is our position that this contract meets the exemption from competitive bidding under 38.2 (3) (not in the public interest because the competitive bidding would produce no economic benefit to the County, and the cost of the contractual services would not offer a large variation of cost compared to the cost of completing the competitive bidding process). I have informally surveyed other provider's costs, and Track Group's price is consistent with others, and the staff time it would take to prepare an RFP, change out devices on individuals and learn a new computer system would result in a negative financial benefit for the County.

Recommended Action

Waive Competitive Bidding per 38.2(3) and Approve Amendment One to Agreement between the County of Lake and Track Group to provide Electronic Monitoring and Associated Services for an amount not to exceed $75,000, and authorize the Chair to sign

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Public Safety Community Collaboration

5.18(a) Approve Mortuary Services agreement between the County of Lake and Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, and authorize the Chair to sign; (b) Approve the first amendment to Facility Agreement for Autopsy Services between the County of Lake and Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign; (c) Approve the first amendment to Mortuary Services Agreement between the County of Lake and Jones Mortuary, to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign; (d) Approve the first amendment to Mortuary Services Agreement between the County of Lake and Jones and Lewis Mortuary, to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign Action Item pulled on consent Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: February 7, 2023 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/Coroner

Executive Summary

The Sheriff's Department requests your Board's approval of the attached Agreement/Amendments for mortuary and autopsy services. The Sheriff's Office requests your Board's approval of the Mortuary Services Agreement with Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary for mortuary services. This agreement is effective February 1st, 2023, and will continue year to year unless amended. The Sheriff's Office requests your Board's approval of the first amendment for autopsy services with Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary. The amendment includes increases in various fees for services that have been requested by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary. The last increase for these fees was in 2017. This amendment is effective February 1, 2023. The Sheriff's Office requests your Board's approval of amendments for mortuary services with Jones Mortuary and Jones and Lewis Mortuary. The amendments include increases in various fees for services that have been requested by the mortuaries. The last increase for these fees was in 2018. These amendments are effective February 1, 2023. The Sheriff's Office did not complete a RFP as we utilize the services of all three local Mortuaries, on a rotating basis, as has been the procedure in the past. The Sheriff's Office conducted a survey of surrounding counties and determined the requested increases were reasonable. Each Mortuary was contacted and have agreed to the changes. It is anticipated there will be an approximate $40,000 annual increase. Additional funding will be requested in the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 during the next budget cycle.

Recommended Action

(a) Approve Mortuary Services agreement between the County of Lake and Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, and authorize the Chair to sign; (b) Approve the first amendment to Facility Agreement for Autopsy Services between the County of Lake and Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign; (c) Approve the first amendment to Mortuary Services Agreement between the County of Lake and Jones Mortuary, to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign; (d) Approve the first amendment to Mortuary Services Agreement between the County of Lake and Jones and Lewis Mortuary, to be effective February 1, 2023, and authorize the Chair to sign

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

This item was pulled and continued to the March 14, 2023 Board of Supervisors Meeting. On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.18 with the exception of items 5.1, 5.3, 5.6, 5.10, and 5.18 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska

6. Timed Items

6.19:06 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Member Greta Zeit spoke.
6.29:07 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023, as American Red Cross Month in Lake County Proclamation Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Clerk of the Board

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2023, AS AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, During American Red Cross Month in March, we celebrate the humanitarian spirit of Lake County and reaffirm our commitment to help ensure no one faces a crisis alone; and WHEREAS, caring for one another is at the heart of our community and exemplified by the people of Lake County, whose simple acts of kindness through the Red Cross provide help and hope in people's most difficult moments - continuing the lifesaving legacy of Clara Barton, who founded the organization more than 140 years ago to prevent and alleviate human suffering; and WHEREAS, every day, these ordinary individuals lend a helping hand to make an extraordinary difference for neighbors in need - whether it's providing emergency shelter, food and comfort for families displaced by home fires and other disasters; supporting military members and veterans, along with their families and caregivers, through the unique challenges of service; using vital skills like first aid and CPR to help others survive medical emergencies; or delivering international humanitarian aid and reconnecting loved ones separated by crises around the world; and WHEREAS, their support, volunteerism and generous donations are critical to our community's resilience. We hereby recognize this month of March in honor of all those who fulfill Clara Barton's noble words, "You must never think of anything except the need and how to meet it," and ask everyone to join in this commitment; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors, hereby proclaims March 2023 as Red Cross Month and encourage all citizens of Lake County to reach out and support its humanitarian mission.

Recommended Action

Presentation Only.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented. On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, moved to reopen the item. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Green read the proclamation into the record. Social Services Director Crystal Markytan, Deputy County Counsel Nicole Johnson, and Red Cross representatives Shannon Kimbell and Gabrielle Perez spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.39:15 A.M. - Consideration of Letter Requesting a Change to Federal Law Regarding Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: District 2 Supervisor, Bruno Sabatier

Executive Summary

In the amendments to the Social Security Act in 1965, an exemption for Medicaid coverage was added for inmates in a public institution. This exception is known as the Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy (MIEP). With very few exceptions, the large majority of medical care provided to the inmates in the Hill Road Jail Facility are covered at cost with no reimbursements available to the county. Medicaid is the federal program that provides health insurance for programs for people with low income. Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. Recent legislation has created CalAIM which now provides some alterations to the MIEP. Within 90 days of leaving the jail, inmates can have their Medi-Cal re-activated or initiated. While certain types of care, under CalAIM, can be provided and reimbursed, CalAIM's intention is mainly to ensure that inmates leaving county jails have health coverage and a discharge plan if they have known complications for continuity of care. However, these changes will minimally impact the true cost of healthcare that is provided to our inmates at the county jail. In 2010, our contract for medical services in our jail was approximately $1 million. In December, 2022, the Board of Supervisors signed a contract for $4.5 million. This is almost 450% increase over the course of 12 years. This is unsustainable. The National Association of Counties (NACo) is pushing for MIEP reform. There is a request for pre-trial inmates, inmates not yet convicted of a crime, to not have their MediCaid put on hold or stripped. However, while the letter drafted supports NACo's efforts to make this change, the letter that is drafted also requests to look at eliminating MIEP altogether. We know that with new laws and due to certain court cases such as Brown v Plata that a reduction in state prison populations has resulted in larger county jail populations. In addition, the length of time that inmates are now sentenced to county jail has increased. The added pressure to provide adequate medical services in our jail will eventually come to breaking point, we need a change.

Recommended Action

Approve letter requesting a change to Federal law regarding Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy and send to all state and federal representatives.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Business Process Efficiency

On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter as submitted to eliminate the Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy Program and submit the letter to Sonoma County Supervisor Gore, State Representatives, and Federal Representatives. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board. Sheriff Rob Howe, Captain Norm Taylor, Social Services Director Crystal Markytan, and Program Manager Rachael Dillman spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.

7. Non-Timed Items

7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Review of the Lake County Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry System Policy. Report
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Todd Metcalf, Director of Behavioral Health Services Department as the lead administrative entity for the Lake County Continuum of Care

Executive Summary

In 2021, Lake County Behavioral Health Services Department, as the lead administrative entity for the Lake County Continuum of Care, led a community-wide strategic planning and implementation process to transform the homeless housing and service system. Through an analysis of data regarding homeless housing and service interventions and the individuals and families they serve, the Continuum of Care (CoC) Executive Committee has identified goals and strategies to prevent and end homelessness, including the county-wide implementation of a Coordinated Entry (CE) process for residents experiencing a housing crisis. CE is a process for individuals and families in Lake County who are experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of homelessness to access needed homelessness prevention, housing, and other services. CE incorporates uniform screening and assessment, prioritization and program matching, and connections to mainstream services to help those in need obtain housing stability more effectively and efficiently. The CE system will be implemented comprehensively across the county. CE enrollment and access to services will be led by Adventist Health. Alternative locations throughout the county and physical sites, including peer support centers operated by LCBHS, provide standardized CE enrollment, assessments, and referral to services, including specialized services. In addition to established CE sites, partner agencies also provide services where individuals and families experiencing homelessness are known to live, ensuring that unsheltered individuals and families are enrolled in CE and have support from to access needed services. Every CE site offers information and referral services to any individual or family seeking assistance and refers individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of homelessness. Site staff will use this policy as guidance while working with individuals and families to not only address their current housing crisis, but their immediate barriers to housing stability by making direct referrals to tailored services offered by CE service partners, including behavioral health services, and a range of employment and job training programs.

Recommended Action

Review and provide feedback on the Lake County Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry System Policy.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Community Collaboration

Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf introduced the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Program Manager Scott Abbott and Behavioral Health Staff Services Analyst Melissa Kopf spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Teddy Pierce. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of the following Advisory Board Appointments: Cobb Municipal Advisory Council Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee Appointment Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Johanna DeLong, Assistant Clerk of the Board

Executive Summary

Cobb Municipal Advisory Council: Two (2) vacancies: Darlene Warner Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee: Four (4) vacancies - one (1) Fish and Wildlife Conservation, one (1) Land Conservation, one (1) Agriculture, one (1) General Public- one from each district Nellie Dorn - Agriculture Andy Scully - Agriculture Michelle Scully - Fish and Wildlife Conservation or Land Conservation based on college coursework and graduate experience

Recommended Action

Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents Community Collaboration

On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, appointed Darlene Warner to the Cobb Municipal Advisory Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, appointed Nellie Dorn to the Agriculture seat and Michelle Scully to the Land Conservation seat of the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chair Pyska presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Discussion and Consideration of potential funding source for Mike Marsh EMS Consulting in the amount of $20,000 for emergency ambulance strike team support through Regional Disaster Management Services Association (Resource Order Request) to decompress two overwhelmed hospitals during Emergency Proclamation (Winter Storm) Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Jonathan Portney, Health Services Director

Executive Summary

Mike Marsh Consulting Cost ($20,000) Adventist Hospital Cost/Reimbursement ($21,913.02) Sutter Hospital Cost/Reimbursement ($3,277.03) I am writing to recommend that our rural remote county covers the costs for an emergency ambulance strike team to clear two hospitals in our area. As you are aware, our county faces unique challenges due to its remote location and limited access to healthcare resources. Recently, two of our local hospitals had become overwhelmed with patients, leaving them unable to provide adequate care to those in need. This situation was particularly concerning in light of no available Inter Facility Transfers operating in the county during the Emergency Declaration (Winter Storm), which placed a county-wide strain on our healthcare system and emergency responders. To address this issue, we will assess lessons learned in an After Action Report developed in collaboration with our Health Care Coalition. This team would consist of trained paramedics and other medical professionals who assist with patient transport and care. As the Medical Health Operations Area Coordinator, It is clear we need to be able to alleviate some of the pressure on our local hospitals and ensure that patients receive the care they need promptly, especially when we are in a disaster situation with many elements working against healthcare and critical access. While there would be some costs associated with implementing this program, I believe that the benefits would far outweigh the expenses. By investing in Local Emergency Medical Services, we would be taking a proactive approach to addressing the healthcare needs of our community, particularly during times of crisis. Moreover, this organizational assessment, AAR, and investment could save lives and reduce the overall burden on our healthcare system. Therefore, I strongly recommend that our county covers the costs for Mike Marsh EMS Consulting, assess our local ambulatory resources, and support the health department and future contractors' assessment and recommendations made based on the After Action Report to be presented in the near future.

Recommended Action

Direction to staff to return with an Agreement for payment for Mike Marsh EMS consulting at $20,000.00 and direction on where payment should come from considering an Emergency Declaration was in place and rapid response was needed to fill an unmet need in the county. Support the Health Department in engaging in the After Action Report and consider recommendations to enhance our local emergency response systems.

No additional funding requested — the memo's cost fields were left blank, which on this form means the item is already budgeted.

This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Chair Pyska 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 Approval to Waive the 900 Hour Limit for Certain Janitorial Positions Within the Department of Social Services Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 7, 2023 · From: Crystal Markytan, Director, Social Services

Executive Summary

The Department of Social Services requests authorization to waive the 900 hour limit for four extra help janitors - Darrell Grady, Nathan Russell McLean, Neil Raffanelli, and Marc Whitney. The janitorial team performs janitorial work for 11 Social Services buildings. Their wages are paid out of Budget Unit 5011, Social Services Administration. We have sufficient salary savings to cover this increase in cost. Their hours will not exceed 999.

Recommended Action

Approval of waiver of the 900 hour limit for certain janitorial positions within the Department of Social Services. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Kelli Page, Deputy Social Services Director
Cost
Estimated Cost$6,500
Amount Budgeted$6,500

Strategic priorities: County Workforce

On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved to Waive the 900 Hour Limit for Certain Janitorial Positions Within the Department of Social Services. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Social Services Director Crystal Markytan introduced the item to the Board. Deputy Social Services Director Kelli Page presented the item to the Board. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.

8. Closed Session

8.1Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b)(1): Interviews for Public Health Officer Appointment of Public Health Officer Closed Session Item
8.2Public Employee Evaluation: Title: Community Development Director Closed Session Item
8.3Public Employee Evaluation: Title: Animal Care and Control Director Closed Session Item
8.4Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code section 54956.9 (d)(1) – Complaint under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act: Pomeroy v. County of Lake, et al. Closed Session Item
8.5Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code section 54956.9 (d)(1) - City of Clearlake v. Testate and Intestate Successors of Bailey Lumber Co, et al. Closed Session Item

9. Adjournment