Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, May 9, 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
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023 as Military Appreciation Month
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MAY 2023
AS MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH
WHEREAS, the freedom and security that citizens of the United States enjoy today are the direct results of the sacrifice and continued vigilance by the United States Armed Forces over the history of our great nation; and
WHEREAS, members of the United States Armed Forces, and the family members who support them, have preserved the liberties that enrich this nation, making it unique in the world community; and
WHEREAS, in 2004, the United States Congress passed a resolution proclaiming May as National Military Appreciation Month, calling all Americans to remember those who have given their lives in defense of freedom and to honor the men and women of our Armed Services who have served and continue to serve our Country; and
WHEREAS, the months of May and June were selected for this display of patriotism because during these months we celebrate Victory in Europe (VE) Day, Military Spouse Day, Loyalty Day, Armed Forces Day and Week, National Day of Prayer, Memorial Day, Navy Day, Army Day and Flag Day; and
WHEREAS, the months of May and June are an opportunity to acknowledge and salute the families of those called away to duty; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is the place many veterans, close to 1 out every 12 residents, proudly call home; and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes the courage and sacrifice of all veterans and active duty military personnel in our communities and throughout our nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby designate the month of May 2023 as Military Appreciation Month in Lake County, and calls upon all residents to show their gratitude and appreciation for our Military personnel by the appropriate display of flags and ribbons.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the month of May 2023 as military appreciation month
5.2Approve Contract between Tyler Recording and County of Lake for a 5 year contract in the amount of $84,756 Initial and $41,256 annually thereafter and authorize Chair to Sign.
Agreement
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In the fall of 2022, the current Recording, Cashiering and Archival software company (Halfile), notified the County they were exiting the market and would discontinue service at the end of 2022.
We sent five sealed bid requests in January of 2022. A comparison analysis of the bids submitted began at the end of January 2022. In March of 2022, Tyler Technologies was selected as the winning bid. From May 2022 until February 2023, County Counsel for the County of Lake and Tyler's Counsel worked on a contract and approved, as to content, a contract that wound meet the needs and requirements of our county.
First year annual cost plus install, setup and conversion fee is $84,756.00. $43,500 for initial system setup and $41,256 for 1st year annual SaaS/Maintenance Fees.
Annual fee is $41,256 for the first five years and then renewed annual with new adjusted cost thereafter. Tyler will notify county per contract and provided new fee 120 prior to renewal, at that point we have 45 days to accept new contract or decline.
Recommended Action
Approve Contract between Tyler Recording and County of Lake for a 5 year contract in the amount of $84,756 Initial and $41,256 annually thereafter and authorize Chair to Sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved Contract between Tyler Recording and County of Lake for a 5 year contract in the amount of $84,756 Initial and $41,256 annually thereafter and authorized Recorder to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Assessor-Recorder Richard Ford 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.
5.3Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Willow Glen Care Center for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2023-2025 in the amount of $885,500.00 and authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Amendment decreases the total compensation payable under the Agreement by $100,000. Utilization for this contractor fell under projections for this fiscal year.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Willow Glen Care Center for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2023-2025 in the amount of $885,500.00 and authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $885,500.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $885,500.00 |
| Additional Requested | $885,500.00 |
5.4Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between County of Lake and the SmithWaters Group for Patient Rights Advocacy Services for Fiscal Years 2022-2025 in the amount of $135,000.00 and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services entered into an Agreement with the SmithWaters Group on July 1, 2022 for a three-year contract term. The original Agreement only specified funding for the first year of services. This Amendment clarifies the funding for the entirety of the contract period.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between County of Lake and the SmithWaters Group for Patient Rights Advocacy Services for Fiscal Years 2022-2025 in the Amount of $135,000.00 and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $135,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $135,000.00 |
| Additional Requested | $135,000.00 |
5.5Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between County of Lake and Clover Valley Guest Home for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Years 2022-2025 in the Amount of $550,000.00 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign the Agreement.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Utilization of this service has increased significantly, as Lake County Behavioral Health Services Department has transitioned more beneficiaries to a lower level of care. There are currently six (6) clients residing at Clover Valley. Four (4) of the six clients are on LPS conservatorship living at Clover Valley who were brought back in County from a higher level of care. The other two (2) clients had been experiencing increased symptoms that resulted in homelessness, hospitalizations, and risk of conservatorship.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. One to the Agreement between County of Lake and Clover Valley Guest Home for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Years 2022-2025 in the Amount of $550,000.00 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign the Agreement.
| Estimated Cost | $550,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $550,000.00 |
5.6Adopt Proclamation Designating the Day of May 9th, 2023, as Fentanyl Awareness Day in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine; and
WHEREAS, Fentanyl use and poisoning impacts adults and youth of all racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, according to the CDC, 107,375 people in the United States have died of drug overdoses and poisoning; 67% of those deaths involved synthetic opioids, such as Fentanyl. Many of those deaths are attributed to Fentanyl being mixed with other substances, leaving many people unaware that they were taking Fentanyl; and
WHEREAS, through acknowledgment of Fentanyl Awareness Day, Lake County creates a space for organizations, community, affected individuals, and family members to come together, sharing experiences as a whole group to counsel our youth and the public about the dangers of Fentanyl; and
WHEREAS, with commitment and support, reducing Fentanyl misuse and poisoning can be prevented; however, success will not occur overnight; our patience and continued commitment to education and prevention are imperative; and
WHEREAS, while expanding access to Fentanyl test strips and the emergency overdose reversal drug, Naloxone is critical to reducing Fentanyl use, poisoning, and overdose, the stigma that surrounds drug use, addiction, and overdose often makes it difficult for communities to implement these measures and effectively address the opioid crisis; and
WHEREAS, today, the County of Lake joins all those who have been affected by Fentanyl use in spreading awareness of the harm that Fentanyl can cause and reminds all community members that anyone can save a life by educating themselves on the signs of an overdose, learning how to administer Naloxone, and calling 911; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake Board of Supervisors and Lake County Behavioral Health's Substance Use Disorder Services urges all citizens, families, governmental agencies, public and private institutions, businesses, healthcare, and education systems in Lake County to support efforts that will increase community awareness, understanding and action to address Fentanyl use and poisoning in our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ____________, Board of Supervisor for the County of Lake, join with the Lake County Department of Behavioral Health Services, Substance Use Disorder Services, do hereby proclaim that May 9th, 2023, is Fentanyl Awareness Day in the County of Lake.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Day of May 9th, 2023, as Fentanyl Awareness Day in Lake County
5.7a) Pursuant to Section 2-38 of the Lake County Code, Waive the Competitive Bidding Process for Enhanced Elements of the Scope of Services with Walnut Creek Consulting; and b) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Behavioral Health Contract Management Services with Walnut Creek Consulting to Increase the Not to Exceed Amount to $45,900, Update Scope of Services, and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Your Board directed staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Contract Management Services. Following an open and competitive process, we were pleased to award a contract to Walnut Creek Consulting. That agreement was signed December 11, 2022, with a Scope focused on provision of Contract Management Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $23,126.
Following my appointment as Interim Director, it became clear that Walnut Creek Consulting's owner and principal, Stephan Betz', experience as Behavioral Health Director in other California counties could be leveraged to support leadership of the department during this time of transition.
Mr. Betz' experience can also be beneficial to the onboarding of a permanent Behavioral Health Director.
The Contract Amendment before your Board broadens the Scope of Services to include the support of these new objectives, corrects a typo in the completion date and increases contract total.
The new recommended not-to-exceed amount is $45,900. It was calculated based on all tasks available in the Scope of Services, which will be provided on an as needed basis.
While our Department regrets we were unable to anticipate finding a candidate for Contract Management Services that could likewise provide this level of enhanced support so this could have been included in the initial RFP, staff undertaking an additional purchasing process would add considerable administrative burden without clear benefit to the County.
For this reason, staff recommends your Board waive the Competitive Bidding process for these additional services, and approve the Agreement Amendment, as presented.
Recommended Action
(a) Waive the competitive bidding process.
(b) Approve the Agreement Amendment.
5.8Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Contract between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education with no change to the contract maximum for Fiscal Years 2021-26 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) and the Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) entered into a fully executed Agreement for the provision of Mental Health Student Services (MHSSA) Grant services on 10/06/2022.
This second amendment reflect a budget modification for MHSSA grant funding approved by the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission on 02/22/2023. This budget modification reallocated unspent grant funds from the first year into the second year.
We are working hard in partnership with LCOE to launch this program successfully and this contract amendment is a critical piece of that work.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Contract between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education with no change to the contract maximum for Fiscal Years 2021-26 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
5.9Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May as Tourism Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Tourism plays a critical role in Lake County and the state's economic prosperity; and
WHEREAS, A robust travel industry provides significant economic benefits for the entire state, generating more than $134.7 billion dollars in visitor spending in 2022; and
WHEREAS, Travel has been the foundation of a healthy workforce, serving as one of the largest private-sector employers in California, supporting 1.1 million jobs in 2022; and
WHEREAS, Spending by travelers benefits state and local governments alike, generating $11.9 billion dollars in tax revenue in 2022 to support essential public services and programs that benefit all Californians; and
WHEREAS, In Lake County, Tourism generated $175.8 million in visitor spending, $13.1 million in state and local tax revenue and 1,800 jobs in 2022; and
WHEREAS, The COVID-19 pandemic devastated every sector of the travel industry with staggering economic impacts, affecting every community in California, including Lake County; and
WHEREAS, California's tourism industry's resilience has brought the economic impact of travel more than 90 percent back to pre-pandemic levels in 2022; and
WHEREAS, The rebound of travel will continue to drive the rebuilding of California's economy and workforce; and
WHEREAS, The California Legislature in 2016 declared every May as California Tourism Month to celebrate the positive economic impact of the tourism in California; and
WHEREAS, Californians can help put their fellow Californians back to work and support the recovery of local businesses by traveling in California; now,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors Designates May 2023 as Tourism Month in Lake County, and urge the residents of Lake County to join me in recognizing the critical role this industry plays in Lake County.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May as Tourism Month in Lake County
5.10Ratify the proposed Rule changes of the Lake County/City Area Planning Council as outlined in the adopted Resolution 19-20-11 of the Lake County/City Area Planning Council
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake Area Planning Council (APC) is the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the Lake County region. The RTPA was established in 1972 by a Joint Powers Agreement after the Transportation Development Act (TDA) was passed. The Council consists of eight members - two board members from the Lake County Board of Supervisors, two council members from the City of Lakeport, two council members from the City of Clearlake, and two at large citizen members appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
Lake APC staff is recommending some various changes to their governing rules to more accurately reflect the actual practices of the Council taking into account their expanded scope of services over the past several years. These changes primarily include reference to the various standing committees of the Council: Executive Committee, Policy Advisory Committee, Technical Advisory Committee and Social Services Transportation Committee. As a JPA, the proposed Rule changes are required to be approved by each of the legislative members in order to become effective.
Recommended Action
Ratify the proposed Rule changes of the Lake County/City Area Planning Council as outlined in the adopted Resolution 19-20-11 of the Lake County/City Area Planning Council.
5.11Second Reading - Adopt Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of the Lake County Code relating to Exempt Agricultural Building Permitting for Temporary Hoop Structures for Cannabis Cultivation
Ordinance
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On April 18, 2023, the Board considered the recommendations of the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force, Agriculture Advisory Committee, and Planning Commission regarding the proposed ordinance contained within the Resolution of Intent (RES) 2022-122, adopted by the Board on September 27, 2022. The Board directed Staff to return the next meeting with a draft Ordinance regarding temporary hoop structures for cultivation.
The item returned to the Board on April 25, and May 2, 2023, for further revision. The first reading, in title only, was approved on May 2, 2023. The draft Ordinance is included as Attachment 1 (redlined version) and Attachment 2 (clean version).
Recommended Action
Adopt the Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of the Lake County Code, Section 6 of the Lake County Code, Adding Section 6.25 relating to Exempt Agricultural Building Permitting for Temporary Hoop Structures for Cannabis Cultivation.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to have the ordinance as amended be advanced to the next Board of Supervisors meeting for consideration and possible adoption with amendments that were covered during the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Sara Bodnar and Lake County Fire Protection District Chief Willie Sapeta. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.12Approve Request to Waive 900-Hour Limit for Extra-Help Accountant, Cindy Silva-Brackett and Public Health Nurse, Kathleen (Kitty) Wertz.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Health Services Department is requesting approval to exceed the 900-hour extra help limit for Cindy Silva-Brackett, Accountant not to exceed 960 hours and Public Health Nurse Kathleen (Kitty) Wertz not to exceed 960 hours.
Cindy has worked additional hours this fiscal year providing COVID billing and training expertise for the administration department through various staffing changes. Kitty has worked additional hours in various programs where we have not been able to fill will full time nurses. Health Services requests exceeding the 900-hour limit so that the Department may continue to assist our patients/clients in a timely manner.
Recommended Action
Approve Request to Waive 900-Hour Limit for Extra-Help Accountant, Cindy Silva-Brackett and Public Health Nurse, Kathleen (Kitty) Wertz.
5.13Adopt Resolution Approving an Agreement between the State of California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) and County of Lake Health Services Department for the Medi-Cal County Inmate Program for Administrative Services (MCIP) and Authorize the Health Services Director to sign said Agreement.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Federal law prohibits claiming Medicaid funds for healthcare services provided to inmates residing in correctional facilities. There is an exception to this federal prohibition when an inmate receives inpatient services at a medical facility located off the grounds of the correctional facility for an expected stay of more than 24 hours, and the inmate is found to be Medicaid eligible.
The Medi-Cal Inmate Program occurs at both a State and County level and allows Medi-Cal allowable inpatient hospital services, including inpatient psychiatric services, and physician services provided during the inpatient hospital stay of inmates in correctional facilities who are determined eligible for Medi-Cal.
The Medi-Cal County Inmate Program (MCIP) is voluntary and counties have the option to participate in this program by entering into an agreement with the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Per legislation, there is to be no General Fund (GF) impact under MCIP. The purpose of the MCIP agreement is to establish the amounts needed to satisfy each county's responsibility to reimburse DHCS for the nonfederal share of MCIP service costs incurred by DHCS. If a County does not participate in MCIP or does not abide by the terms of this Agreement, the County remains responsible for arranging for and paying for medical care for its inmates.
The attached Agreement will run through Fiscal years 2023-2026, with a maximum payable amount of $8,944.21 over the term.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Approving an Agreement between the State of California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) and County of Lake Health Services Department for the Medi-Cal County Inmate Program for Administrative Services (MCIP) and Authorize the Health Services Director to Sign said Agreement
5.14Approve Amendment to the Agreement Between the County of Tehama and County of Lake for the housing of juvenile offenders for an amount not to exceed $250,000; and authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On August 23, 2022, an Agreement between the County of Tehama and the County of Lake was approved by this Board for the housing of juvenile offenders. That Agreement had a cap of $150,000 per year. Since that time, the number of juvenile offenders has increased, and the State of California is closing the Division of Juvenile Justice which housed offenders who committed more serious crimes. As a result, the anticipated annual expense for the housing of juveniles by the Probation Department has increased, and it is anticipated that the expense will continue into the future.
The Probation Department anticipates that the cost of housing juveniles will not exceed $250,000 annually based on the numbers of juveniles incarcerated this year. This Amendment will cover that expense. This amount was budgeted for in this year's and next year's budgets.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment to the Agreement between the County of Tehama and County of Lake for the housing of juvenile offenders for an amount not to exceed $250,000; and authorize the Chair to Sign.
5.15Adopt Resolution to Establish a List of Projects Proposed to be Funded in FY 2023/2024 Pursuant to the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1)
Resolution
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1) provides additional funding for basic road maintenance and rehabilitation. One-half of the funding generated from SB1 is allocated to cities and counties with the remaining 50% being retained by the State. For FY 23/24 Lake County is expected to receive approximately $3,537,375, of which has been appropriated in the FY 2023/2024 adopted budget.
Although the adopted budget reflects this revenue estimate, actual receipt of this funding is subject to the State's approval of a proposed project list that has been formally established pursuant to a Board adopted Resolution. The Resolution establishes the required project list.
Recommended Action
We recommend that the Board adopt the resolution adopting a list of projects for Fiscal Year 2023-24 funded by SB1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 and authorize the Chair to sign.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda and continued to a future date.
5.16Approve Engineering/Inspection Agreement with Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Pursuant to a request by the Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians, the Department of Public Works intends to provide engineering services for the review of plans and specifications and the inspection of work for a proposed project on Tribal land that impacts Soda Bay Road. The attached agreement will provide for payment by the Tribe for all costs of services provided by the County.
The location of the subject project is: 1135 Soda Bay Road, Lakeport
Description of project is: Construction of a fueling station and mini market on Tribal land
Recommended Action
We hereby request the Board of Supervisors authorize the Chair to sign the attached Inspection Agreement
5.17(a) Approve Amendment One (1) to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Mountain G. Enterprises Inc. (MGE) for consulting services related to the development of an application to the USDA for grant funds, and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement, and (b) Authorize the application to USGS for grant funds
Agreement
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On November 8, 2022, your Board approved a contract with Mountain G. Enterprises (MGE) for the development of an application to the State Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) for funding of a county-wide hazardous tree removal project that would address hazardous trees adjacent to County roads. During the development of this application, staff became aware of a potential Federal grant through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that could be used towards the match requirements of the CalOES grant. Today's item is for your Board's consideration of a proposed amendment to the agreement with Mountain G. Enterprises, Inc. for the development of a grant application to the USDA.
Mountain G. Enterprises Inc. has been working closely with staff over the past few months on the development of the CalOES grant application. One issue that is limiting the scope of the proposed project is the 25% match required by the state for their grants. Staff became aware that the USGS has a grant program that can potentially be used for the State match, which would allow a larger scope for the State grant. MGE is familiar with the USGS grant, and much of the information they are preparing for the State grant can be used for the USGS application. Their proposal includes a two-part approach to the USGS grant, which includes: 1) a thorough review of the grant requirements to be assured the funds can be used as matching funds for the State grant, and 2) upon confirmation the funds can be used as a match, prepare an application for the USGS grant. The amendment is attached for your information.
Because time is of the essence, staff is recommending that your Board approve the submittal of an application to USGS for grant funds, in accordance with County policy, should it be determined that the funds can be used for local match of the State grant. The USGS grant is a dollar-for-dollar match, so the County will still be required to provide matching funds to the State grant, but that contribution would be matched by the Federal funds, and your Board will get an opportunity to approve or deny that amount should we be successful with the State grant.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors (a) Approve Amendment One (1) to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Mountain G. Enterprises Inc. (MGE) for consulting services related to the development of an application to the USDA for grant funds, and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement, and (b) Authorize the application to USGS for grant funds
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, a) Approved Amendment One (1) to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Mountain G. Enterprises Inc. (MGE) for consulting services related to the development of an application to the USDA for grant funds, and authorized the Chair to sign the Agreement, and (b) Authorized the application to USDA for grant funds. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Public Works Director Scott De Leon 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.
5.18Adopt Resolution Delegating to the County Public Works Director authority to Negotiate and Acquire Certain Real Estate up to $7,000; the purchase of a portion of certain parcel (APN 027-221-110), is part of the bridge replacement project on First Street over Clover Creek
Resolution
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On January 13, 2015, The Department of Public Works entered into an Agreement with Bender Rosenthal Inc., to provide Right of Way services for Four (4) Bridge Replacement Projects and Two (2) Bridge Rehabilitation Projects in Lake County, CA.
The bridge on First Street over Clover Creek is slated for construction in 2024. In order to commence negotiations and set just compensation for the required property acquisitions and temporary construction easements, authorization must be provided to the County's Right of Way consultants, Bender Rosenthal Inc., to proceed.
By approving the purchase of fee title acquisition at the appraised fair market value for a portion of the listed parcel (attached to the Resolution as Exhibit A) and authorizing the County Administrative Officer or the Public Works Director to execute necessary documents, the process will be expedited and enable the County to secure the necessary right of way in time to proceed with utility undergrounding. It should be noted that the project has been previously evaluated for environmental impacts, and it received an approved mitigated negative declaration on January 28, 2021. Furthermore, the purchasing of property for the project is categorically exempt under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3) because it can be seen with certainty that these actions will have no significant effect on the environment.
This project is 100% funded for construction with state and federal funds. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Caltrans offer Federal Highway Bridge Program (HBP) funds and California Toll Credits to eligible projects. The FHWA, in an agreement with Caltrans, provides for the use of toll credits in lieu of local matching funds.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Delegating to the County Public Works Director authority to Negotiate and Acquire Certain Real Estate up to $7,000; the purchase of a portion of certain parcel (APN 027-221-110), is part of the bridge replacement project on First Street over Clover Creek.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda and continued to a future date.
5.19Adopt Proclamation Designating the Week of May 7 -13, 2023 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County, CA
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 7 -13, 2023 AS CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS WEEK
WHEREAS, the operation of correctional and detention facilities housing millions of prisoners and detainees throughout the Nation represents a crucial component of our Criminal Justice System; and
WHEREAS, no public servant has a more difficult or less publicly visible job than the men and women who ensure the safety, containment and control of the human beings charged to their care, while sustaining uncompromised regard for their dignity and constitutional rights; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel must remain constantly vigilant in terms of their own safety, as well as protecting inmates from the violence of other prisoners and at time, from inflicting harm on themselves; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel are charged with protecting the rights of the public and safeguarding the public from the criminals in their custody while at the same time, encouraging such prisoners to develop skills and attitudes that can help them become productive members of society after their release; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel work under demanding circumstances and face danger in their daily work lives, often sacrificing personal and family time to provide a necessary, but often thankless and unrecognized service to the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake designates the week of May 7 -13, 2023, as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County and encourages all citizens of Lake County to join in recognizing the commitment of all custody staff who maintain the safety and security of our correctional and detention facilities.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation designating the week of May 7 -13, 2023 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County, CA
5.20Approve Long Distance Travel for Diana Duran, Adult Services Program Manager, Thomas Swanson, APS Supervisor, Catherine Sims, APS Social Worker to attend the NAPSA Annual Conference training in Boston, Massachusetts from August 27- September 1, 2023
Action Item
passed on consent
5.21Approve Contract Between County of Lake and Shore Side Electric for Electrical Services, in the Amount of $49,000 from April 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
5.22Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023, as CalFresh Awareness Month
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MAY 2023, AS
CALFRESH AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, CalFresh is a monthly benefit for food purchases that helps low-income residents gain access to healthy foods and participation can play a crucial role in improving the health and status of vulnerable populations; and
WHEREAS, every $1 in CalFresh generates $1.79 in local economic activity; and
WHEREAS, 16,507 individuals in Lake County are currently receiving CalFresh benefits totaling $4.7 million per month, $50.1 million in benefits over the course of the last year; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake, Department of Social Services, recognizes the need to reduce hunger by increasing access to and participation in food assistance benefits, particularly for elderly, disabled, families and children, and is committed to an outreach and public awareness campaign that promotes equity and inclusion in access, and to increasing awareness of potentially eligible Lake County residents about the benefits of CalFresh.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby designate the month of May, 2023 as CalFresh Awareness Month.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023, as CalFresh Awareness Month
5.23Sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District - Approve the Memorandum of Understanding: Implementation of the Westside Sacramento Integrated Regional Water Management Plan for the Westside Subregion of the Sacramento River Funding Area, 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
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to implement the Westside Sacramento Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (Westside IRWMP) by the Westside Sacramento Regional Water Management Group (RWMG). Lake County is within the "Westside Sub-Area" hydrological unit which is part of the larger Sacramento River Funding Area. The Westside Sub-Area contains the watersheds of both Cache Creek and Putah Creek. The development of an IRWMP for this hydrologically linked region will require the coordinated efforts of four counties: Lake, Yolo, Solano, and Napa. Specifically, the RWMG consists of the Lake County Watershed Protection District, Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Solano County Water Agency, and Yolo Sub basin Groundwater Agency.
Integrated resource planning is a comprehensive approach to resource management and planning. It is a systems approach that explores cause-and-effect relationships affecting water resource components (water use, quality, and supply) in a given region. The focus is on understanding how changes in the management of one component will affect the others. Because these components are normally not confined to the boundaries of a single water management agency, a consensus-based, cross- jurisdictional, regional approach may be required to formulate comprehensive, win-win solutions to identified problems.
Since 2010, Lake County has been a part of the Westside IRWMP group, and has benefited greatly from the fostered coordination, collaboration, and communication between the members, the RWMG and other agencies. For example, Special Districts recently was awarded about $2M in prop 1 funds to conduct much-needed improvements to vital drinking water infrastructure throughout the County.
This MOU supersedes the MOU signed by the RWMG in September of 2010, and amended in January and July of 2013, to develop the Westside IRWMP.
Recommended Action
Sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District approve the Memorandum of Understanding: Implementation of the Westside Sacramento Integrated Regional Water Management Plan For The Westside Subregion of the Sacramento River Funding Area, and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.23 with the exception of items 5.2, 5.11, 5.15, 5.17, 5.18, and 5.23 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
No action taken on item 5.23.
Clerk’s notes: Public Member Joan Moss pulled the item from the agenda. Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis 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. Timed Items
6.19:06 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Member Joan Moss spoke.
6.29:07 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officers Sadie Egan and Daniel Gard presented the pet of the week 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.
6.39:08 A.M. - New and Noteworthy at the Library
Action Item
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: County Librarian Christopher Veach 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.
6.49:09 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023 as Military Appreciation Month
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MAY 2023
AS MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH
WHEREAS, the freedom and security that citizens of the United States enjoy today are the direct results of the sacrifice and continued vigilance by the United States Armed Forces over the history of our great nation; and
WHEREAS, members of the United States Armed Forces, and the family members who support them, have preserved the liberties that enrich this nation, making it unique in the world community; and
WHEREAS, in 2004, the United States Congress passed a resolution proclaiming May as National Military Appreciation Month, calling all Americans to remember those who have given their lives in defense of freedom and to honor the men and women of our Armed Services who have served and continue to serve our Country; and
WHEREAS, the months of May and June were selected for this display of patriotism because during these months we celebrate Victory in Europe (VE) Day, Military Spouse Day, Loyalty Day, Armed Forces Day and Week, National Day of Prayer, Memorial Day, Navy Day, Army Day and Flag Day; and
WHEREAS, the months of May and June are an opportunity to acknowledge and salute the families of those called away to duty; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is the place many veterans, close to 1 out every 12 residents, proudly call home; and
WHEREAS, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes the courage and sacrifice of all veterans and active duty military personnel in our communities and throughout our nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby designate the month of May 2023 as Military Appreciation Month in Lake County, and calls upon all residents to show their gratitude and appreciation for our Military personnel by the appropriate display of flags and ribbons.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Kelseyville FFA President Stephen Frace read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Ginny Craven.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:10 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023, as CalFresh Awareness Month
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MAY 2023, AS
CALFRESH AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, CalFresh is a monthly benefit for food purchases that helps low-income residents gain access to healthy foods and participation can play a crucial role in improving the health and status of vulnerable populations; and
WHEREAS, every $1 in CalFresh generates $1.79 in local economic activity; and
WHEREAS, 16,507 individuals in Lake County are currently receiving CalFresh benefits totaling $4.7 million per month, $50.1 million in benefits over the course of the last year; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake, Department of Social Services, recognizes the need to reduce hunger by increasing access to and participation in food assistance benefits, particularly for elderly, disabled, families and children, and is committed to an outreach and public awareness campaign that promotes equity and inclusion in access, and to increasing awareness of potentially eligible Lake County residents about the benefits of CalFresh.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby designate the month of May, 2023 as CalFresh Awareness Month.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2023, as CalFresh Awareness Month
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Kelseyville FFA Sentinel Samuel Bennett read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Social Services Department. Deputy Social Services Director 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.
6.69:11 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of May 7 -13, 2023 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County, CA
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 7 -13, 2023 AS CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS WEEK
WHEREAS, the operation of correctional and detention facilities housing millions of prisoners and detainees throughout the Nation represents a crucial component of our Criminal Justice System; and
WHEREAS, no public servant has a more difficult or less publicly visible job than the men and women who ensure the safety, containment and control of the human beings charged to their care, while sustaining uncompromised regard for their dignity and constitutional rights; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel must remain constantly vigilant in terms of their own safety, as well as protecting inmates from the violence of other prisoners and at time, from inflicting harm on themselves; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel are charged with protecting the rights of the public and safeguarding the public from the criminals in their custody while at the same time, encouraging such prisoners to develop skills and attitudes that can help them become productive members of society after their release; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel work under demanding circumstances and face danger in their daily work lives, often sacrificing personal and family time to provide a necessary, but often thankless and unrecognized service to the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake designates the week of May 7 -13, 2023, as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County and encourages all citizens of Lake County to join in recognizing the commitment of all custody staff who maintain the safety and security of our correctional and detention facilities.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Lower Lake FFA President Ivette Ortega read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Rob Howe 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. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May as Tourism Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Tourism plays a critical role in Lake County and the state's economic prosperity; and
WHEREAS, A robust travel industry provides significant economic benefits for the entire state, generating more than $134.7 billion dollars in visitor spending in 2022; and
WHEREAS, Travel has been the foundation of a healthy workforce, serving as one of the largest private-sector employers in California, supporting 1.1 million jobs in 2022; and
WHEREAS, Spending by travelers benefits state and local governments alike, generating $11.9 billion dollars in tax revenue in 2022 to support essential public services and programs that benefit all Californians; and
WHEREAS, In Lake County, Tourism generated $175.8 million in visitor spending, $13.1 million in state and local tax revenue and 1,800 jobs in 2022; and
WHEREAS, The COVID-19 pandemic devastated every sector of the travel industry with staggering economic impacts, affecting every community in California, including Lake County; and
WHEREAS, California's tourism industry's resilience has brought the economic impact of travel more than 90 percent back to pre-pandemic levels in 2022; and
WHEREAS, The rebound of travel will continue to drive the rebuilding of California's economy and workforce; and
WHEREAS, The California Legislature in 2016 declared every May as California Tourism Month to celebrate the positive economic impact of the tourism in California; and
WHEREAS, Californians can help put their fellow Californians back to work and support the recovery of local businesses by traveling in California; now,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors Designates May 2023 as Tourism Month in Lake County, and urge the residents of Lake County to join me in recognizing the critical role this industry plays in Lake County.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Lower Lake FFA Vice-Chair Araceli Gullien Rubio read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Lake County Tourism Improvement District President Brian Fisher. Brian Fisher 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.
6.89:13 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Day of May 9th, 2023, as Fentanyl Awareness Day in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine; and
WHEREAS, Fentanyl use and poisoning impacts adults and youth of all racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, according to the CDC, 107,375 people in the United States have died of drug overdoses and poisoning; 67% of those deaths involved synthetic opioids, such as Fentanyl. Many of those deaths are attributed to Fentanyl being mixed with other substances, leaving many people unaware that they were taking Fentanyl; and
WHEREAS, through acknowledgment of Fentanyl Awareness Day, Lake County creates a space for organizations, community, affected individuals, and family members to come together, sharing experiences as a whole group to counsel our youth and the public about the dangers of Fentanyl; and
WHEREAS, with commitment and support, reducing Fentanyl misuse and poisoning can be prevented; however, success will not occur overnight; our patience and continued commitment to education and prevention are imperative; and
WHEREAS, while expanding access to Fentanyl test strips and the emergency overdose reversal drug, Naloxone is critical to reducing Fentanyl use, poisoning, and overdose, the stigma that surrounds drug use, addiction, and overdose often makes it difficult for communities to implement these measures and effectively address the opioid crisis; and
WHEREAS, today, the County of Lake joins all those who have been affected by Fentanyl use in spreading awareness of the harm that Fentanyl can cause and reminds all community members that anyone can save a life by educating themselves on the signs of an overdose, learning how to administer Naloxone, and calling 911; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake Board of Supervisors and Lake County Behavioral Health's Substance Use Disorder Services urges all citizens, families, governmental agencies, public and private institutions, businesses, healthcare, and education systems in Lake County to support efforts that will increase community awareness, understanding and action to address Fentanyl use and poisoning in our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ____________, Board of Supervisor for the County of Lake, join with the Lake County Department of Behavioral Health Services, Substance Use Disorder Services, do hereby proclaim that May 9th, 2023, is Fentanyl Awareness Day in the County of Lake.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This ceremonial item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Lower Lake FFA Reporter Ariana Covarrubias read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Lake County Behavioral Health. Deputy Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones, Lake County Fire Chief Willie Sapeta, Deputy Behavioral Health Director April Giambra, Deputy Probation Officer Meredith Noyer 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.
6.99:14 A.M. - Presentation by the Lake County FFA on their work and accomplishments
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County FFA will give a presentation of their accomplishments and upcoming events.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Kelseyville FFA President Steven Frace, Kelseyville FFA Sentinel Samuel Bennett, Lower Lake FFA President Ivette Ortega, Lower Lake FFA Treasurer Ally Becksten, Lower Lake FFA Secretary Brittany Wade, Lower Lake FFA Officer Ariana Covarrubias, Lower Lake FFA Sentinel Shecid Pelcastre, Araceli Gullien Rubio presented the item to the Board. Lieutenant Lucas Bingham 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.
6.1010:00 A.M. - Consideration of the March 31, 2023 Report of Lake County Pooled Investments
Report
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In 2021, the County issued a Request for Proposals for Investment Management & Advisory Services. Chandler Asset Management (Chandler) was selected and provided the technical expertise necessary to update the County's investment policy and strategy. Chandler then began actively managing the County's funds in September 2021, and has previously provided quarterly reports of the County's pooled investments.
The reporting materials will provide an overall economic update, as well as reporting information on the County's holdings, both those under the investment portfolio as well as consolidated reporting. A representative from Chandler is in attendance to present the materials.
Recommended Action
Accept the March 31, 2023 Report of Lake County Pooled Investments.
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, accepted the investment report. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chandler Asset Management Representative Carlos Oblitas presented the item to the Board. Treasurer-Tax Collector Patrick Sullivan, County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano, and County Administrative Officer Susan Parker 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.
6.1110:30 A.M. - Consideration of an Update on the Broadband Action Planning Process, by CBG Communications, Inc.
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As you will recall, on December 20, 2022, your Board adopted an Agreement with CBG Communications, Inc., for Broadband Action Plan Consulting Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $245,000. Tom Robinson, CBG's Chief Executive Officer, appeared before your Board on that date:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C91AzJsY0SE
A summary of CBG's actions and progress to date is attached to this Memo, and Mr. Robinson will again be present via Zoom, to answer your questions, and discuss next steps. Administration staff will likewise be available for this item, and look forward to any discussion and/or direction.
Background
On July 19, 2022, your Board approved allocation of up to $300,000 to fund an Agreement for a Broadband Action Plan Consultant. RFP 22-32 was issued August 5, 2022, with a submission deadline of Thursday, September 15, 2022. Six Proposals were ultimately received and determined to be complete. A Consultant Selection Panel was convened Tuesday, October 11, 2022, and the Panel conducted follow-up interviews Thursday, October 27, 2022, with the two provisionally top-ranked candidates. As a result of that process, CBG Communications, Inc., was identified as the most suitable firm to conduct the Scope of Work envisioned by RFP 22-32. Your Board awarded a Contract to CBG, in the not-to-exceed amount of $245,000, Tuesday, December 20, 2022. The CBG team has been working in earnest in the months since, and the attached document describes their progress, to date.
Recommended Action
Informational report. Consider direction to staff.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein introduced the item to the Board. Tom Robinson presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Dick Nielsen spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: CAL FIRE Chief Paul Duncan. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1211:15 A.M. - Consideration of Lake Countywide Community Visioning Forum Planning Committee Update
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Residents from Lake County's richly diverse communities watched on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, as your Board unanimously proclaimed "Promoting Tolerance, Respect, Equity and Inclusion" among your utmost priorities:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnmnWM70JFI
You will recall, this historic moment culminated significant community efforts, and was punctuated by each Supervisor reading a portion of the Proclamation, and affirming their commitment to host a Community Visioning Forum to unearth priorities in the following categories:
� Meaningful actions and activities that will build bridges where there may be walls;
� Fostering tolerance, respect, understanding, equity and inclusion;
� Promoting non-violence and non-violent conflict resolution;
� Focusing resources on underlying causes and conditions that lead to inequitable resource and justice distribution; and
� Relevant solutions for any social injustices, as they may come to light.
Community members and leaders from the County of Lake, Cities of Lakeport and Clearlake and Tribal governments that resonated with the Board's Proclamation volunteered to be a part of this historic effort, and have served on the Lake Countywide Community Visioning Forum Planning Committee.
Nicole Anderson and Associates, LLC, is currently facilitating a series of Public Forums, the first, of which was hosted Monday, April 24, 2023, from 6-8pm. The next will be held Monday, May 15, 2023, from 6-8:30pm, at Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino.
Staff appreciates the invaluable leadership and contributions Supervisors Crandell and Green, and former Supervisor Scott, have brought to this process on behalf of your Board, and looks forward to providing an update on ongoing efforts.
Recommended Action
Informational Update. Consider Direction to Staff.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein 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.
6.1311:30 A.M. - Consideration of Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council project requests and prior allocation of discretionary cannabis tax funds
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Acting upon the request of the Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council (SVCAC), former Supervisor Tina Scott directed administrative staff to allocate $165,000 in District 4 discretionary cannabis tax revenues for a project to clear brush and sediment from a 3-mile stretch of Scotts Creek. As requested, the funds were transferred to Water Resources - Flood Zone #4, budget unit 8104, on or about July 29, 2022, shortly before Ms. Scott's resignation date of July 31, 2022. However, no formal work plan has been submitted for review and approval by your board to date.
Early scoping work by Water Resources staff and additional inquiries by the current District 4 supervisor disclosed several areas of concern with the project as it was originally proposed, including cost, efficacy and potential expenditure of public funds for private landowner benefit. On April 24, 2023, the SVCAC met and considered several project alternatives suggested by Water Resources. The council then voted to request the project alternatives be presented to the full Board of Supervisors for consideration and possible direction to staff to develop a work plan.
In brief, the project alternatives include:
* Hydrological survey of surface water movements.
* Aerial electromagnetic (AEM) groundwater survey.
* Establishment or enhancement of stream flow and water level monitors.
All of the project alternatives benefit the Scotts Valley community as a whole and fit well with the existing goals and programs of Water Resources. Additional details are provided below.
Hydrological survey
Water Resources has previously applied for grant funding to assess surface flow patterns of Scotts Creek and its tributaries during baseline conditions and high-flow storm events including atmospheric rivers. A better understanding of the lower creek's interaction with the Tule Lake flood plain is also desired, as is an updated inventory of in-stream barriers to fish passage. Water Resources staff are working on another grant application that includes this scope of work. Local funding, in full or in part, could help make the grant application more competitive. Your board previously approved a contract not to exceed $50,000, but the contract was not fulfilled.
AEM groundwater survey
A proposal to conduct an Airborne Electromagnetic (AEM) survey of Lake County's groundwater basins was approved by the Blue Ribbon Committee for the Rehabilitation of Clear Lake in 2022. However, no funding for the project was identified. Your board recently approved submission of this proposal to U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson for consideration as a Community Funded Project with an estimated budget of $300,000 total to survey multiple watersheds in Lake County. Funding the Scotts Valley portion of the project could help demonstrate our commitment to cost-sharing.
Stream flow monitoring
In-stream flow meters can generate near-real-time measurements that are useful on multiple fronts, including citizen monitoring during high-flow storm events with heightened flood risk. Expanding stream flow datasets is a key strategy in the Clear Lake hitch emergency response, and flow metering is also central to water quality and storm water discharge monitoring programs.
Peak stage data may be important to know when designing stream restoration projects where high flows and physical barriers including levees shape the physical habitat of the stream. Perhaps most importantly, continuous stream monitoring is required to assess the "flashiness" of a watercourse as measured by the frequency and rapidity of short-term changes in streamflow.
State-of-the-art streamgages that measure water levels and flow rates are not inexpensive. The recommended action requests Water Resources to identify one or more potential new monitoring stations in Scotts Creek and/or its important hitch-bearing tributaries including Hendricks Creek, and to identify options for cost-effective flow meter installation, maintenance and data-sharing.
Recommended Action
Direct Water Resources staff to research the project alternatives identified by Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council, develop a recommended work plan not to exceed $165,000 in total cost in consultation with the SVCAC, and return to the board for review and approval of the expenditure of District 4 discretionary cannabis tax revenues.
There was Board consensus to direct Water Resources staff to work with County Counsel on the 3 project alternatives identified by Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Green presented the item to the Board. Public Works Director Scott De Leon 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 of One-Time Dedication of 1% of Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funding (LATCF, $30,607.51) to Support Establishment of a National Center for Public Lands Counties
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As your Board will be aware, the signatories of this Memo collectively represented the County of Lake at the California State Association of Counties' (CSAC's) 2023 Legislative Conference. During this conference, Supervisor Pyska and Deputy County Administrative Officer, Matthew Rothstein, attended a Rural Caucus Meeting, at which Mono County's District 4 Supervisor, and CSAC's delegate to the National Association of Counties' (NACo's) Western Interstate Region Board (WIR, https://www.naco.org/advocacy/western-interstate-region), John Peters, presented a request on behalf of NACo that Counties consider a one-time dedication of 1% of Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funding (LATCF) toward establishment of a National Center for Public Lands Counties.
Your Board will be aware, there are over 400,000 acres (630+ square miles) of total Public Lands within Lake County's geographic borders. This constitutes approximately half of our land mass.
Lake County encompasses approximately 849,670 acres (1,327.6 square miles)
� Clear Lake occupies roughly 40,000 acres (62 square miles)
Total Public Landmass in Lake County: 403,468 acres (630.35 square miles)
� Local Govt: 8,582 acres (13.4 square miles)
� Tribal Nations: 1,117 acres (1.75 square miles)
� USFS: 253,848 acres (396.6 square miles)
� BLM: 121,504 acres (189.85 square miles)
� State: 18,417 acres (28.75 square miles)
The County receives Payments In-Lieu of Taxes (PILT), in consideration of potential revenues lost due to State and Federal Public Lands being nontaxable; this recognizes certain service needs and obligations arise consequent to those Publicly-maintained lands, and a dominant revenue source to meet this needs (i.e. Property Taxes) is not available. State PILT payments are categorically permissive, not required:
https://www.doi.gov/pilt
https://www.rcrcnet.org/state-payment-lieu-taxes-pilt#:~:text=California's%20Payment%2DIn%2DLieu%2D,property%20for%20wildlife%20management%20areas.
Similar to Geothermal Royalty payments, State and Federal PILT is continually subject to Legislative debate, and there is not currently a research institution dedicated to providing data to help public agencies and Federal legislators understand the impacts on local communities of federally-owned lands (both from the standpoint of encouraging revenue through amenities like National Parks and Monuments and costs to local governments). The National Center for Public Lands would be dedicated to filling this critical information gap, and their fundraising goal is $15M over two years.
The work of this Center, if successfully established, would support quality decision-making at all levels of government, particularly in the areas of public land use and conservation, community stability and economic development.
NACo and CSAC are asking that Lake County consider dedicating $30,607.51 in Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funding (LATCF), which was appropriated via the American Rescue Plan Act, but distinct from direct allocations to counties. This constitutes 1% of Lake County's total LATCF allocation ($3,060,750.78).
No requests for ongoing financial support for this Center are anticipated.
Supervisors Pyska, Sabatier and staff recommend your Board approve dedication of these funds and the attached Letter, and authorize Chair Pyska to sign. CSAC has asked Counties to commit prior to the WIR Board meeting of May 17, 2023. Allocation of these funds for this purpose would ultimately be effectuated through the FY 2023-24 Budget Process.
We collectively hope the attached materials will support your decision-making.
Recommended Action
Approve Letter of Commitment to one-time dedication of 1% of LATCF Funding ($30,607.51) to support establishment of a National Center for Public Lands Counties
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, Approved Letter of Commitment to one-time dedication of 1% of LATCF Funding ($30,607.51) to support establishment of a National Center for Public Lands Counties and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board.
Chair Pyksa asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of the following Advisory Board Appointments:
Lower Lake Cemetery District
Appointment
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lower Lake Cemetery District (1) Vacancy
Michael Dean
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicant to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, appointed Michael Dean to the Lower Lake Cemetery District. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chair Pyska 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 were closed.
8. Closed Session
8.12:00 P.M. - Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Child Support Services Director
Appointment of Child Support Services Director
Action Item