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Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, March 14, 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 “extra” agenda item; and (b) Consideration of Resolution Authorizing the Application for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program for the Collier Avenue Apartment Project Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Behavioral Health Director, Todd Metcalf

Executive Summary

On June 28, 2022 a Resolution Authorizing the Application for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program for the Collier Avenue Apartment Project was approved by the Board. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has provided guidance that this Resolution needs to be changed to include all five years of PLHA funding. The original Resolution only spoke to the first two years of funding for the Collier Avenue Project. The Resolution does not need to identify what project(s) will be associated with remaining funds, only reference the remaining funds.

Background

In 2017, after many years of advocacy by California's affordable housing proponents, the state's legislature established a permanent source of funding intended to increase the affordable housing stock in California. Revenue is collected from a fee assessed recorded real estate transactions. Effective in 2019, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is directed to use 70 percent of collected revenue to provide financial assistance to local governments for eligible housing-related projects and programs to assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. This program is now named the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program. Funding Allocations The first Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the PLHA program was released by HCD in 2020, with a second NOFA release in 2021. A third NOFA is anticipated in June 2022. These NOFAs provided a formula-based noncompetitive allocation for each California local government, to be accessed over a five-year period through a formal application process with certain threshold requirements listed in the attached draft Housing Plan. Local governments may transfer some or all of their allocations to other local governments of a local or regional housing trust fund, also to be used for an eligible purpose. Additional funding is available through a competitive application. Lake County's noncompetitive, or formula, PLHA allocations authorized through the respective Notice of Funding Availability were $241,741 for 2019-2020 Year One and $360,728 for 2020/2021 Year Two. The current estimate for the total five-year formula commitment is $1,450,450. Local governments must also, in general, submit a formal application to utilize its first three years of noncompetitive funding allocations prior to December 31, 2022. Otherwise the Year One 2020 allocation will be lost. The same can happen with Year Two funding if the local government does not submit a complete application requesting that allocation by the end of calendar year 2023. Eligible Activities PHLA funds may be utilized for a variety of programs or projects benefitting Lake County low-income households. Rental and homeownership, new construction and rehabilitation, emergency shelters and services, are among the allowed uses. Details on these eligible activities are provided in the attached draft Five-Year Plan. Housing Plan Requirements The Board of Supervisors must adopt a Five-Year Plan, after consideration of any public comments received at a regular meeting, for use of any PHLA funds either obtained through formula allocation or accessed by competitive applications, The Plan must include the following information (detailed within the Plan): 1. How funds will be allocated and used for eligible activities. 2. How the county will prioritize increasing housing for households with incomes at or below 60 percent of Area Median Income. 3. A description of how the Plan is consistent with the programs set forth in the County's adopted Housing Element. 4. A Board of Supervisors resolution stating the Plan was adopted after public review and comment. Selected Collier Avenue Project The Board of Supervisors in August 2019, after soliciting public comment, adopted its No Place Like Home Housing Plan which prioritized several urgent affordable housing needs. Subsequently the county submitted to HCD in early 2022 a noncompetitive allocation application and a competitive funding application, respectively, for a long-planned permanent supportive multifamily housing project for the chronically homeless mentally ill. The NPLH funding was committed to the proposed Collier Avenue housing project, as it is currently known, after release of a formal Request for Proposals in accordance with the county's adopted procurement policy and the NPLH requirements. The Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC), a Mendocino County-based nonprofit affordable housing developer and management company with a long history in Lake County, was the sole responding entity. RCHDC proposed the development of a multifamily housing project on a site is had acquired from the county many years before for a different project that, for several reasons, never broke ground. This Five-Year Plan builds on that adopted No Place Like Home Housing Plan and its stated objective of developing and supporting that permanent supportive multifamily housing project for the chronically homeless mentally ill residents of Lake County. The attached Permanent Local Housing Allocation Five-Year Housing Plan addresses both the currently available $602,469 funding (also to be committed by BOS resolution to the RCHDC Collier Avenue project as discussed) as well as the anticipated $847,981 funding remaining for Years Three, Four and Five.

Recommended Action

(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item. (b) Offer the resolution.

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

a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved taking this item up as an extra 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) Supervisor Green offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: a) Deputy Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones 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. b) Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf introduced the item to the Board. Deputy Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones 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.
4.2EXTRA ITEM – (a) Consideration of an Extra Agenda Item; (b) Consideration of the AEM (Airborne Electromagnetic) Survey of Lake County’s Groundwater Basins Project as a Community Project Funding Priority; (c) Consideration of a Resolution Affirming the AEM (Airborne Electromagnetic) Survey of Lake County’s Groundwater Basins Project as among Lake County’s Highest Community Project Funding Priorities Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Scott De Leon, Water Resources Director

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 10, the County was contacted by staff from Congressman Thompson's office, advising a Community Project Funding Request had been submitted on behalf of a Blue Ribbon Committee Subcommittee. County staff from the Water Resources Department participate in this subcommittee on behalf of the Watershed Protection District. The Blue Ribbon Committee for the Rehabilitation of Clear Lake voted to approve this project for funding during 2022. All Community Project Funding Requests must be fully submitted by March 19, 2023, prior to your next (March 21) meeting. Therefore, this item cannot wait for your Board's next regular meeting. ITEM SUMMARY: Past, present, and future drought in California tests the resiliency of communities and emphasizes the need for resource planning to deal with the uncertain future. Not only have our native fish species began to dwindle as there is insufficient water to support their spawning runs, but Clear Lake which provides 60% of the County's drinking water faces record low levels requiring water purveyors to extend their intakes farther into the lake. In 2021 and 2022, California Department of Water Resources (CADWR) funded and conducted AEM flights across all of California's medium and above priority groundwater basins (including Big Valley) to help learn and safeguard quite possibly the most valuable natural resource on earth, water. This project aims to utilize the same technology CADWR applied to study other at-risk groundwater basins of Lake County to ensure sustainable growth and prepare for the uncertain climatic future for the entire Lake County community.

Recommended Action

(a) By Motion, accept this item for consideration as an "Extra" Agenda Item. (b) Discussion only. (c) Adopt the Resolution.

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

On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved taking this item up as an extra as it came up after the posting of the agenda and needs to be taken up before the next agenda and blend part (b) with item 6.8. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis 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. Approval of the Consent Agenda

5.1Adopt Proclamation Commending Operation Tango Mike for 20 Years of Support for Military Personnel and Their Families Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Board of Supervisors

Executive Summary

Proclamation COMMENDING OPERATION TANGO MIKE FOR 20 YEARS OF SUPPORT FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has supported deployed military personnel throughout Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, Operation Onward Liberty, Operation Odyssey Lightning, Operation Inherent Resolve, Operation Freedom's Sentinel and Operation Allies Refuge and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has shipped more than 25,000 care packages to deployed personnel and assisted multitudes of military families and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike coordinates annual collection and distribution of Christmas gifts and school supplies for military families WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has coordinated and hosted many welcome home celebrations and ceremonies for returning troops and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has assisted in honoring three of Lake County's fallen heroes in the Global War on Terror and WHEREAS, the Secretary of Defense has recognized families and community members as "the power behind the power" and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike fills a crucial role in supporting family members and loved ones of our Armed Forces and provides a compassionate community and incalculable moral support to families and loved ones and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike will mark 20 years of unwavering support for military personnel and families on March 16, 2023, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors does herby commend and express its gratitude to Operation Tango Mike for their commitment, dedication, and invaluable service to military personnel and their families.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Commending Operation Tango Mike for 20 Years of Support for Military Personnel and Their Families

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

5.2Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as March for Meals Month Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Board of Supervisors

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as March for Meals Month WHEREAS, over 220,000 meals are provided annually to homebound seniors in Lake County, so they may live independently in their homes for as long as possible; and WHEREAS, the loyal volunteers who prepare and deliver Meals on Wheels provide consistent and dependable meal delivery and daily wellness checks for Lake County seniors in need; and WHEREAS, the senior centers and their program partners bring together the community, local businesses, and community organizations for the purpose of providing nutrition, hope and independence to homebound seniors and those in need; and WHEREAS, COVID-19 has increased the demand from our Senior Centers' Meals on Wheels programs, and our Senior Centers have stepped up to the challenge and continued to provide a basic necessity to those who are deemed as some of the most vulnerable in our communities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby declare the month of March, 2023 as March for Meals Month in Lake County, and recognizes the vital role of Senior Centers and community volunteers in addressing the needs of seniors in Lake County. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of March, 2023.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as March for Meals Month

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

5.3Adopt Proclamation Commending Director of Behavioral Health Todd Metcalf For His 11 Years of Service to Lake County Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Bruno Sabatier, District 2 Supervisor

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROCLAMATION COMMENDING DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TODD METCALF FOR HIS 11 YEARS OF SERVICE TO LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, after a short stint of being employed by the County of Lake in 2003, Todd Metcalf came back to work for the County of Lake in 2012 in the Social Services; and WHEREAS, in 2016 Todd Metcalf was appointed the Interim Director of Behavioral Health where he eventually was given a permanent position in 2020; and WHEREAS, during his Interim position as Director, Todd Metcalf continued his education obtaining his Master's Degree in Public Administration in 2019 to give him the tools he needed to succeed in his new position; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf helped lead the department towards state compliance by bringing the county up to date on its billing and reporting, catching up on ten years' worth of backlog, allowing the county to be reimbursed at an increased rate bringing in much needed revenue for his department; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf helped expand critical Peer Support Centers and their services around the county including a new center in Middletown; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf and his department have worked hard to provide guidance to the Continuum of Care and being a part of the creation of multiple shelters such as Hope Center, Elijah House, and currently the Warming Center; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf has shown regularly that he cares immensely for the community he serves by seeking and advocating for the necessary resources that would provide the support people need for better mental health outcomes; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf has been a part of state pilot programs (i.e. electronic billing system) as well as state committees (i.e. CalMHSA) in order to enhance the impact and efficiency of the services provided by his department; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf will resign from his position on March 17, 2023 as he moves on to the next adventure in his life and his personality as well as his efforts will be missed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby commend Todd Metcalf for his 11 years of service to the County of Lake and to the residents of Lake County and extends our appreciation for his dedication and hard work, and wish him the best in the future.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Commending Director of Behavioral Health Todd Metcalf for His 11 Years of Service to Lake County

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

5.4Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as Women's History Month in Lake County Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH 2023 AS WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, American women of every race, class, and ethnic background have made historic contributions to the growth and strength of our Nation in countless recorded and unrecorded ways; and WHEREAS, American women have played and continue to play critical economic, cultural, and social roles in every sphere of the life of the Nation by constituting a significant portion of the labor force working inside and outside of the home; and WHEREAS, American women have played a unique role throughout the history of the Nation by providing the majority of the volunteer labor force of the Nation; and WHEREAS, American women were particularly important in the establishment of early charitable, philanthropic, and cultural institutions in our Nation; and WHEREAS, American women of every race, class, and ethnic background served as early leaders in the forefront of every major progressive social change movement; and WHEREAS, American women have served our country courageously in the military; and WHEREAS, American women have been leaders, not only in securing their own rights of suffrage and equal opportunity, but also in the abolitionist movement, the emancipation movement, the industrial labor movement, the civil rights movement, and other movements, especially the peace movement, which create a more fair and just society for all; and WHEREAS, despite these contributions, the role of American women in history has been consistently overlooked and undervalued, in the literature, teaching and study of American history. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the County of Lake Board of Supervisors, that March 2023 is designated as Women's History Month.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as Women's History 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.

5.5Adopt Proclamation Designating March 8, 2023 as International Women's Day in Lake County Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation DESIGNATING MARCH 8, 2023 AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY IN LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, women play a vital role in worldwide social, economic, cultural and political development; and WHEREAS, women continue to struggle against discrimination whether it is a barrier to education, a pay gap at work, higher premiums for health insurance, inadequate options for family leave, or physical or sexual abuse or violence; and WHEREAS, International Women's Day has been observed since the early 1900's, a time of great unrest and critical debate amongst women concerning oppression and inequality, spurring women to become more vocal and active in campaigning for change; and WHEREAS, March 8th is International Women's Day; a day to celebrate the collective power of women - past, present, and future; and WHEREAS, International Women's Day is a day to uphold women's achievements and contributions, recognize challenges, focus greater attention on women's rights and gender equality, encourage and mobilize all people to do their part to bring about positive change; and WHEREAS, the County of Lake wishes to take this opportunity to celebrate the diversity of people in our county and to learn from the women of our community about their experiences and aspirations and to use this day to commit ourselves to respect the rights of women to lead secure, creative, healthy, and free lives. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the County of Lake Board of Supervisors, that March 8, 2023 Is designated as International Women's Day. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of March, 2023

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Designating March 8, 2023 as International Women's Day 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.

5.6Adopt Proclamation Recognizing March 12-18, 2023 as All AmeriCorps Week Proclamation passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor

Executive Summary

Proclamation Recognizing March 12-18, 2023 as All AmeriCorps Week WHEREAS, service is a hallmark of the American character and has the unique ability to bring people of all backgrounds together in common cause, and throughout our history citizens have stepped up to meet our most pressing challenges of the day by volunteering in their communities; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs provide opportunities for more than 200,000 Americans to serve their country through service at nonprofits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups across the country; and WHEREAS, in the County of Lake, many AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers of diverse ages and backgrounds helped to meet local needs by responding to assist seniors with meals, tutoring or mentoring children and youth, supporting veterans and military families, helping communities to mitigate fuels and clear evacuation routes, restoring the environment, staffing warming centers, and helping neighborhoods to preparing and respond to disasters; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers encourage collaboration and partnerships, leveraging millions of volunteers in service and acquiring the support of business, foundation, and other local partners to increase the effectiveness of their initiatives; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs bring people together across race, age, and zip code to address critical issues facing the country, forge relationships and cultivate mutual respect, and help build resilient and thriving communities; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and WHEREAS, through their service, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers strengthen the lives of their families, communities, and the County of Lake; and WHEREAS, national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps Week is an opportunity to recognize the dedication and commitment of the more than 1.2 million Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps.

Recommended Action

Adopt Proclamation Recognizing March 12-18, 2023 as All AmeriCorps Week

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

5.7Approve Letter of Support for The Tree Mortality Mitigation and Public Safety in Lake County - 22-WP-LNU 47229043 Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Susan Parker, County Administrative Officer Terre Logsdon, Chief Climate Resiliency Officer

Executive 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

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

5.8Adopt Resolution Pertaining to Tax Revenue Exchange for Annexation to CSA #20 - Soda Bay Water (Annexation - LAFCo Project #2022-0001) Resolution passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Susan Parker, County Administration Officer

Executive Summary

Our office has received notification from the County Auditor-Controller regarding a proposed annexation to CSA #20 - Soda Bay Water, which has been filed with LAFCO (Project #2022-0001). The assessor parcel number is: APN 008-029-090-000. A tax exchange agreement must be reached in order for this annexation to proceed. Since the County will not be relieved of any service requirements as a result of this annexation, it would not be appropriate for the General Fund and other taxing entities to incur any loss of property tax revenue. The proposed Resolution, attached hereto, provides for no exchange of the existing base property tax revenue or the future tax increment as a result of this annexation.

Recommended Action

Adopt Resolution Pertaining to Tax Revenue Exchange for Annexation to CSA #20 - Soda Bay Water (Annexation - LAFCo Project #2022-0001).

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

5.9Approve Agreement between County of Lake and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations in the amount of $50,000 for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign. Agreement passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Todd Metcalf, Director Behavioral Health Services

Executive Summary

As the Board is aware, LCBHS has an obligation to provide entry into and payment for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services. We have partnered with Aurora Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for many years for these services, in addition to many other hospitals. LCBHS went out to bid for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services prior to the start of the 22-23 FY, and no bids were received. The Department of Health Care Services requires Mental Health Plans to contract with a hospital when more than $20,000 of services have been utilized for beneficiaries.

Recommended Action

Approve agreement between County of Lake and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations in the amount of $50,000 for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Cost
Estimated Cost$50,000
Amount Budgeted$50,000
Additional Requested$50,000

Strategic priorities: Well-being of Residents

5.10Approve Board of Supervisors Minutes January 10, 2023 Action Item passed on consent
5.11(a) Approve Purchase of Vehicle Equipment from Precision Wireless in an amount not to exceed $175,000 from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 Object Code 28.30; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff/Coroner or his Designee to issue a Purchase Order Action Item passed on consent
Staff memo

Date: November 12, 2022 · From: Rob Howe, Sheriff/Coroner

Executive Summary

The Sheriff's Department issued two request for quotes (RFQ) for the purchase of pursuit equipment for seven recently ordered Ford Explorer's, one of which is a K9 vehicle and one Chevy Tahoe K9 vehicle. Three bidders were sent RFQ's and the bid results are listed on the attached spreadsheet. The prices below are per vehicle and do not include installation. Pursuit build (SUV) Sutter Buttes: Did not submit the bid properly so this vendor was disqualified. They did not submit a second bid. Lehr: $11,542.43 plus 10% local vendor preference ($1,154.24) = $12,696.67 Precision Wireless $12,569.20 K9 build (Tahoe) (This bid does not include a K9 cage as this vehicle and cage were purchased separately with donated funds). Sutter Buttes: No bid submitted Lehr: $12,200.73 plus 10% local vendor preference ($1,220.07) = $13,420.80. Note: Lehr did not submit bids on all equipment and therefore their bid was less. Precision Wireless: $13,653.13 K9 build (SUV) Sutter Buttes: No bid submitted Lehr: $17,170.80 plus 10% local vendor preference ($1,717.03) = $18,887.33. Note: Lehr did not submit bids on all equipment and therefore their bid was less. Precision Wireless: $ 17,731.19. The bid is being awarded to Precision Wireless. Precision Wireless is a local vendor, and the 10% local vendor preference was used to determine the low bidder. Installation costs are not included in this bid and due to the fluctuation in shipping costs, the amount may change by the time of shipment from the manufacturer. Please authorize the Sheriff/Coroner or his designee to issue a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $175,000 to Precision Wireless, to be paid from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201, object code 28.30. These funds are currently budgeted and being paid by the use of Cannabis funds that were approved during the mid year budget process.

Recommended Action

(a) Approve purchase of vehicle equipment from Precision Wireless in an amount not to exceed $175,000 from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 Object Code 28.30; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff/Coroner or his designee to issue a purchase order
Cost
Amount Budgeted175,000
5.12(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 passed on consent Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 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.

On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.12. 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 Joan Moss spoke.
6.29:07 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Commending Operation Tango Mike for 20 Years of Support for Military Personnel and Their Families Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Board of Supervisors

Executive Summary

Proclamation COMMENDING OPERATION TANGO MIKE FOR 20 YEARS OF SUPPORT FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has supported deployed military personnel throughout Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, Operation Onward Liberty, Operation Odyssey Lightning, Operation Inherent Resolve, Operation Freedom's Sentinel and Operation Allies Refuge and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has shipped more than 25,000 care packages to deployed personnel and assisted multitudes of military families and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike coordinates annual collection and distribution of Christmas gifts and school supplies for military families WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has coordinated and hosted many welcome home celebrations and ceremonies for returning troops and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike has assisted in honoring three of Lake County's fallen heroes in the Global War on Terror and WHEREAS, the Secretary of Defense has recognized families and community members as "the power behind the power" and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike fills a crucial role in supporting family members and loved ones of our Armed Forces and provides a compassionate community and incalculable moral support to families and loved ones and WHEREAS, Operation Tango Mike will mark 20 years of unwavering support for military personnel and families on March 16, 2023, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors does herby commend and express its gratitude to Operation Tango Mike for their commitment, dedication, and invaluable service to military personnel and their families.

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.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Crandell read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Ginny Craven. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Brian Dobrowski. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.39:08 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as March for Meals Month Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Board of Supervisors

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as March for Meals Month WHEREAS, over 220,000 meals are provided annually to homebound seniors in Lake County, so they may live independently in their homes for as long as possible; and WHEREAS, the loyal volunteers who prepare and deliver Meals on Wheels provide consistent and dependable meal delivery and daily wellness checks for Lake County seniors in need; and WHEREAS, the senior centers and their program partners bring together the community, local businesses, and community organizations for the purpose of providing nutrition, hope and independence to homebound seniors and those in need; and WHEREAS, COVID-19 has increased the demand from our Senior Centers' Meals on Wheels programs, and our Senior Centers have stepped up to the challenge and continued to provide a basic necessity to those who are deemed as some of the most vulnerable in our communities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby declare the month of March, 2023 as March for Meals Month in Lake County, and recognizes the vital role of Senior Centers and community volunteers in addressing the needs of seniors in Lake County. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of March, 2023.

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.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Simon read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Lake County Social Services. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Lori from Middletown Senior Center. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:09 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2023 as Women's History Month in Lake County Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Pyska read the proclamation into the record. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Bob Perez and Pastor Shannon. The following people spoke via Zoom: Zabdy Neria and Sherry Treppa. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:10 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating March 8, 2023 as International Women's Day in Lake County Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Pyka read the proclamation into the record and presented it. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Deputy Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones. No one else wised to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.69:11 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Commending Director of Behavioral Health Todd Metcalf For His 11 Years of Service to Lake County Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Bruno Sabatier, District 2 Supervisor

Executive Summary

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROCLAMATION COMMENDING DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TODD METCALF FOR HIS 11 YEARS OF SERVICE TO LAKE COUNTY WHEREAS, after a short stint of being employed by the County of Lake in 2003, Todd Metcalf came back to work for the County of Lake in 2012 in the Social Services; and WHEREAS, in 2016 Todd Metcalf was appointed the Interim Director of Behavioral Health where he eventually was given a permanent position in 2020; and WHEREAS, during his Interim position as Director, Todd Metcalf continued his education obtaining his Master's Degree in Public Administration in 2019 to give him the tools he needed to succeed in his new position; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf helped lead the department towards state compliance by bringing the county up to date on its billing and reporting, catching up on ten years' worth of backlog, allowing the county to be reimbursed at an increased rate bringing in much needed revenue for his department; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf helped expand critical Peer Support Centers and their services around the county including a new center in Middletown; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf and his department have worked hard to provide guidance to the Continuum of Care and being a part of the creation of multiple shelters such as Hope Center, Elijah House, and currently the Warming Center; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf has shown regularly that he cares immensely for the community he serves by seeking and advocating for the necessary resources that would provide the support people need for better mental health outcomes; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf has been a part of state pilot programs (i.e. electronic billing system) as well as state committees (i.e. CalMHSA) in order to enhance the impact and efficiency of the services provided by his department; and WHEREAS, Todd Metcalf will resign from his position on March 17, 2023 as he moves on to the next adventure in his life and his personality as well as his efforts will be missed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby commend Todd Metcalf for his 11 years of service to the County of Lake and to the residents of Lake County and extends our appreciation for his dedication and hard work, and wish him the best in the future.

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.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf. Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf and Health Services Director Jonathan Portney 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.
6.79:12 A.M. - Proclamation Recognizing March 12-18, 2023 as All AmeriCorps Week Proclamation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor

Executive Summary

Proclamation Recognizing March 12-18, 2023 as All AmeriCorps Week WHEREAS, service is a hallmark of the American character and has the unique ability to bring people of all backgrounds together in common cause, and throughout our history citizens have stepped up to meet our most pressing challenges of the day by volunteering in their communities; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs provide opportunities for more than 200,000 Americans to serve their country through service at nonprofits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups across the country; and WHEREAS, in the County of Lake, many AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers of diverse ages and backgrounds helped to meet local needs by responding to assist seniors with meals, tutoring or mentoring children and youth, supporting veterans and military families, helping communities to mitigate fuels and clear evacuation routes, restoring the environment, staffing warming centers, and helping neighborhoods to preparing and respond to disasters; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers encourage collaboration and partnerships, leveraging millions of volunteers in service and acquiring the support of business, foundation, and other local partners to increase the effectiveness of their initiatives; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs bring people together across race, age, and zip code to address critical issues facing the country, forge relationships and cultivate mutual respect, and help build resilient and thriving communities; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and WHEREAS, through their service, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers strengthen the lives of their families, communities, and the County of Lake; and WHEREAS, national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps Week is an opportunity to recognize the dedication and commitment of the more than 1.2 million Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps.

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.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Green read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County AmeriCorps. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Robert Norgrove, Tammy Alakszay, Sierra Manly, and Sara Music. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.89:15 A.M. - ERRATUM - (a) Consideration of Priorities for FY 2024 Community Project Funding; (b) Consideration of Resolutions Confirming Lake County’s Highest Priority Projects for submittal for FY 2024 Community Project Funding, including (1) Big Valley Fish Habitat Improvement and Groundwater Recharge Project, (2) Pre-Development Support for a Recreation Center and Aquatic/Community Swim Center, and (3) Regional Navigation Center Pre-Development Support Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 (recovered from the archived minutes)
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Susan Parker, County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter, Assistant County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein, Deputy County Administrative Officer

Executive Summary

On the afternoon of Wednesday, March 1, 2023, the County was advised by Congressman Mike Thompson Community Project Funding will once again be made available for Fiscal Year 2024. You will recall, in recent years, successful submittals have been well-established, community supported projects (Armory Repurposing Project, Middle Creek, update to the Full Circle Effluent Pipeline Project Feasibility Study and the Kelseyville Sidewalk Project, a Safe Routes to School Project that provides sidewalks that separate children walking/biking to school from vehicular traffic). Staff has reached out County Department Heads, your Board, and partners from the Cities of Clearlake and Lakeport, seeking input on projects that should be granted priority for the County's submittal(s). As noted in the attached Letter, "Members of Congress are limited to submitting 15 Community Project Funding requests," responsive to needs across the entirety of their Districts. There is no guarantee all requests submitted will be funded, and strong local support for projects is frequently pivotal in the Committee on Appropriations' competitive evaluation process. Congressman Thompson advises this process is likely to be even more challenging than in recent previous years, so it is critical only the highest priority projects are submitted for consideration. The following three projects appear most likely to be successful, and are recommended for your Board's consideration: (a) The Big Valley Fish Habitat Improvement and Groundwater Recharge Project ($1,185,000 Requested) encompasses two areas of priority: 1) development of the Adobe Creek Conjunctive Use (ACCU) Project, which would seek to: modify Adobe Creek Reservoir and the structure and operation of Highland Springs Reservoir; and 2) rehabilitation of the Kelsey Creek Detention Structure, improving the natural form and functions of the creek. Both facets of this project would support downstream flows and riparian habitat, benefitting the Clear Lake Hitch population, in consistency with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service's Draft Clear Lake Hitch Conservation Strategy Document and your Board's February 7 Emergency Proclamation. Groundwater recharge benefits are additionally expected. (b) Pre-Development Support for a Recreation Center and an Aquatic/Community Swim Center ($3,100,000 Requested) would meaningfully support the County and Cities of Clearlake and Lakeport's joint effort to promote development of a new Aquatic/Community Swim Center in Lakeport and Recreation Center in Clearlake. Recent surveys have demonstrated considerable support for this effort; 95% of respondents indicated they were likely to visit these facilities. Joint use of the proposed facilities among the participating jurisdictions and local schools, hospitals and sovereign Tribal Nations is also strongly supported by County residents (86% of survey respondents). This funding, if granted, would provide for Programming Validation, Environmental/Site Analysis, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Document Preparation for both centers. You may be aware, the City of Clearlake-sponsored request in support of the proposed "Burns Valley Sports Complex and Recreation Center" was funded during the FY 2023 Community Project Funding Cycle ($2,000,000, https://mikethompson.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/thompson-presents-2-million-check-city-clearlake-burns-valley-sports). However, County staff have been advised this allocation did not include pre-development funding for the recreation center, so inclusion of both projects is appropriate. (c) Development of a Regional Navigation Center ($1,950,000 Requested) is essential to provide for emergency sheltering, transitional housing needs and delivery of wraparound services for Lake County-connected individuals experiencing homelessness. Under emergency conditions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and severe winter weather, similar services have recently been provided at the former Juvenile Hall Facility in North Lakeport (currently operated by Sunrise Special Services), which has signaled there is profound need of such supports. If funded, this request would provide for completion of predevelopment tasks, including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) analysis, Needs Assessment/Site Analysis, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Document Preparation. For your Board's awareness, opportunities to fund measures to mitigate our Tree Mortality emergency were also investigated, and there was no specific funding opportunity that was clearly complementary of funding available under the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA). Administrative Office staff will continue to seek opportunities to fund this much-needed work. Staff recommends your Board Adopt the three attached Resolutions, enabling submittal of the projects described here for consideration of FY 2024 Congressional Community Project Funding. The deadline for submittals is Sunday, March 19, 2023.

Recommended Action

Adopt the following Resolutions: (1) Big Valley Fish Habitat Improvement and Groundwater Recharge Project, (2) Pre-Development Support for a Recreation Center and Aquatic/Community Swim Center; and (3) Regional Navigation Center Pre-Development Support.

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 Infrastructure Community Collaboration

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 as amended 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 Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. Public Services Director Lars Ewing, Clearlake City Manager Alan Flora, Lakeport City Manager Kevin Ingram, Community Development Director Mireya Turner, Water Resources Director Scott De Leon, Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.910:15 A.M. - Consideration of Update on the Parks, Recreation, and Trails Master Plan Presentation
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Lars Ewing, Public Services Director

Executive Summary

Earlier this year the Public Services Department solicited proposals to analyze opportunities and constraints of the County's parks, recreation, and trails system; assess existing facilities, potential locations, recreation programs, and trail components; and develop a comprehensive countywide parks, recreation, and trails master plan. Your Board awarded the contract for this effort to BluePoint Planning, and work is now underway. The final plan will serve as an implementation tool and operational guide for management of county parks, recreation programs, and trails. Public Services staff, along with BluePoint Planning, will give a brief presentation to introduce the project, provide an overview of the work plan, summarize the work completed to date, and highlight the events that will occur over the next year.

Recommended Action

Presentation and direction to staff

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 Infrastructure County Workforce Community Collaboration Clear Lake

Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing introduced the item to the Boards. BluePoint Planning President Mindy Craig presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf spoke. Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Joan Moss. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1010:45 A.M. - Consideration of a Joint Powers Agreement to form the Lake County Recreation Agency Action Item
no itemized roll call in the official record
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Lars Ewing, Public Services Director

Executive Summary

In September 2022 your Board received a presentation summarizing the results of a study exploring the feasibility of developing a public recreation center and/or swimming pool in Lake County. The multi-year effort between the County, the City of Clearlake, and the City of Lakeport included public input, site selection, program development, conceptual design, capital and operating cost estimates, organizational management options, and partnership opportunities. After receiving the presentation your Board directed staff to continue participation for future project development and to further investigate a joint powers authority (JPA) for a countywide recreation agency. After that presentation, representatives from the County and the two cities worked with consultants to prepare a polling strategy and prepare a draft joint powers agreement, with the vision that a JPA would form a Community Facility District (CFD) and place a ballot measure for voter approval of a special tax that could pay for debt service on authorized bonds and operation costs associated with the recreation facilities. The agreement has been drafted and polling is underway. The proposed JPA would consist of a board of directors that would be responsible for the recreation facilities; any tax measures to be placed before the voters within the jurisdictions of Lakeport, Clearlake, and Lake County; and related agency matters. Each of the local agencies would appoint two members to the seven-member Board of the JPA, and the final member of the Board would be a member of the public appointed by the other Board members. formed under California Government Code section 6500, would be a legally distinct and separate entity from the three local agencies; any debts, liabilities, and obligations of the JPA would not constitute debts, liabilities or obligations of any JPA members. The purpose of creating the JPA is to establish the entity that may issue bonds or incur other obligations to finance and refinance capital improvement projects or working capital needed for recreational facilities located in the County of Lake, and operating and maintaining those facilities. The foregoing is intended to be accomplished by placing a revenue measure before the voters in Lakeport, Clearlake, and the unincorporated County at the earliest feasible opportunity. The JPA may also enter into contracts with its members, other local agencies (such as school districts), and private parties to carry out its purposes. Creating the JPA requires the adoption of the attached resolution. Similar resolutions have been presented to both cities.

Recommended Action

Offer the resolution.

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 Infrastructure County Workforce Community Collaboration

Supervisor Sabatier offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing presented the item to the Board. Assistant Lakeport City Manager Walker and 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.

7. Non-Timed Items

7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration and Discussion of Rescinding Resolution No. 2020-22, Approve Continuation of a Local Health Emergency Related to the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) as Proclaimed by the Lake County Public Health Officer Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Susan Parker, County Administrative Officer

Executive Summary

On March 7, 2023, agenda Item 5.10 was pulled by the Board of Supervisors for further discussion related to the relevance of the Health Services Emergency Declaration related to the COVID-19 health emergency. This request resulted in response to the announcement by Governor Newsome's that the related State's declaration expired February 28, 2023. Your Board requested that staff request a determination from the Lake County Public Health Officer and the Lake County Auditor-Controller/County Clerk to analyze the need to continue this extension with respect to both public health and emergency event cost-recovery. Both the Interim Public Health Officer Karl Sporer M.D. and Auditor-Controller/County Clerk Jenavive Herrington support the rescission of Resolution 2020-22.

Recommended Action

Rescind Resolution No. 2020-22, entitled "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.

On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Rescinded Resolution No. 2020-22, Approve 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: County Administrative Officer Susan Parker presented the item to the Board. Human Resources Director Pam Samac 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.
7.3Discussion 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 Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2022 · From: Susan Parker, County Administration Officer Stephen L Carter Jr, Assistant County Administrative Officer

Executive Summary

On March 7, 2023, your Board directed the Administrative Office to evaluate the recommendation from Public Health to determine the proper funding source for the Mike Marsh Consulting contract. Public Health is a self-funded department funded by State, Federal and sales tax realignment dollars. Generally, this type of request would be funded within the Public Health budget. However, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) committee recommended, and your Board approved an allocation to the Public Health Department for an emergency medical services (EMS) contract in the amount of $200,000. Public Health Director Jonathan Portney has recommended the use of the ARPA funds to cover the $20,000 expense. As your Board is aware, Federal ARPA funds are one-time awards and once all expended a new sustainable funding source will need to be identified for EMS activities. Staff recommends approving the use of ARPA funds to pay the Mike Marsh EMS Consulting contract. The scope of work for the Mike Marsh contract included: A. Observe system operations from call intake to emergent transport and from hospital discharge to bed placement at alternate facilities. Document common obstacles and inadequacies which create choke points and duplication of efforts. 1. Observe the 911 call intake process with Cal Fire Emergency Communications Center (ECC). 2. Observe the process and document the workflows involved in transferring a patient from a hospital to an alternate care facility. 3. Monitor the transfer process through the transfer center and identify causes of delay. 4. Quantify ambulance arrival times for patient transfer and identify causes of protracted wait times for ambulance transportation. 5. Create a comprehensive report to the Healthcare Services Director summarizing the status of Lake County's IFT integration with Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and receiving hospitals. 6. Develop and improve relationships between the Lake County Health Department and the pre-hospital, hospital, and extended care facilities.

Recommended Action

Approve the use of the ARPA allocation for EMS services to pay the Mike Marsh EMS Consulting contract in the amount of $20,000.

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

Strategic priorities: Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery

On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, approved using realignment funding source for Mike Marsh EMS Consulting in the amount of $20,000. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Susan Parker introduced the item to the Board. Health Services Director Jonathan Portney presented the item to the Board. Sutter Lakeside Representative Tim Stephens, Dr. Evan Bloom, Sutter Lakeside Chief Nurse Executive Pauline Orr, Adventist Health Representative Ed Beltram, Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter, and 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.
7.4Consideration of Contract Change Order No. 1 for the Hill Road Correctional Facility Standby Generator Project, Bid No. 22-08 Action Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Lars Ewing, Public Services Director

Executive Summary

Attached for the Board's review and approval is Contract Change Order No. 1 for the subject project. This change order addresses modifications to the contract scope of work related to electrical grounding, a remote annunciator, and the automatic transfer switch. The result is an increase of $31,038 to the contract amount for a revised contract total of $538,494. There are sufficient appropriations to fund this change order and the contract work to be completed this fiscal year.

Recommended Action

Approve Change Order No. 1 with G.D. Nielson Construction for the Hill Road Correctional Facility Standby Generator Project, Bid No. 22-08 for an increase of $31,038 and a revised contract amount of $538,494 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: Public Safety Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery Infrastructure

On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Change Order No. 1 for the Hill Road Correctional Facility Standby Generator Project, Bid No. 22-08. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing 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
7.5(Sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District) Consideration of the Purchase Agreement with Eric Seely for Property within the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration project in the amount of $1,206,900.00 and authorize the Chair of the Board of Directors to sign the Agreement Agreement Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo

Date: March 14, 2023 · From: Marina Deligiannis, Deputy Water Resources Director

Executive Summary

Our consultant, Monument Right of Way, has reached an agreement for the purchase of property known as Assessor's Parcels Number (APN) 004-010-450 owned by Mr. Eric Seely. The purchase of this property will be one step closer toward the development of the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project (Middle Creek Project). The purchase of APN 004-010-450 totals $1,206,900.00 and is being completed using grant funds provided by the State of California, Department of Water Resources (CADWR) by means of the Flood Corridor Program. CADWR's Flood Corridor Program follows the provisions required by the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Properties Acquisition Policies Act of 1970. The appraisal was prepared by a third party hired by our relocation consultant, Monument Right of Way, with review and approval by CADWR's Real Estate Division. The Purchase Agreement is attached for your review and approval.

Recommended Action

(Sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District) Approve the Purchase Agreement with Eric Seely for Property within the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration project in the amount of $1,206,900.00 and authorize the Chair of the Board of Directors to sign the Agreement
Cost
Estimated Cost$1,206,900.00
Amount Budgeted$1,206,900.00
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved Agreement with Eric Seely for Property within the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration project in the amount of $1,206,900.00 and authorized the Chair of the Board of Directors to sign the Agreement. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis 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 Interim Behavioral Health Director Appointment of Interim Behavioral Health Director Closed Session Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, appointed Stephen Carter as Interim Behavioral Health Director, subject to approval of California Department of Health Care Services effective March 18, 2023 at existing salary. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
8.2Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b)(1): Interviews for County Counsel Appointment of County Counsel Closed Session Item Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, appointed Lloyd Guintivano to County Counsel effective March 25, 2023 at step 1. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
8.3Conference 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
8.4Public Employee Evaluation: Title: County Librarian Closed Session Item
8.5Public Employee Evaluation: Title: County Counsel Closed Session Item

9. Adjournment