Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, October 3, 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 Week of October 1-7, 2023 as National 4-H Week in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
5.2Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2023 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
5.3Adopt Proclamation Declaring the 2nd Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The second Monday in October is Indigenous Peoples' Day in Lake County and I ask we recognize this day with a proclamation.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Declaring the 2nd Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples' Day in Lake County.
5.4Adopt Proclamation Designating October 7, 2023 as Ageism Awareness Day
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Proclamation Designating October 7, 2023 as Ageism Awareness Day
Whereas, Ageism refers to the stereotypes of prejudice and discrimination toward others based on age; and
Whereas, there are an estimated 21,058 older adults in Lake County over the age of sixty who are impacted by ageism; and
Whereas, ageism toward older adults affects their health and longevity, financial well-being and the economy of Lake County; and
Whereas, preventing ageism in education, employment, housing, and healthcare will benefit all; and
Whereas, recognizing that it is up to all of us to ensure that older adults are respected and portrayed as capable, competent, effective, and valued in all areas of society; and
Whereas, ageism awareness and preventing ageism is beneficial to all citizens of Lake County by improving quality of life within Lake County,
Now therefore, the Lake County Board of Supervisors hereby proclaims October 7, 2023 to be AGEISM AWARENESS DAY.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating October 7, 2023 as Ageism Awareness Day
5.5Adopt Proclamation Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County, CA
Proclamation
passed on consent
5.6Adopt Proclamation Designating The Month of October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Proclamation
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2023 AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Domestic Violence impacts, women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, emotional and physical scars resulting from Domestic Violence are often severe and long lasting; and
WHEREAS, in the past 12 months, Lake County Law Enforcement responded to over 570 incidents of Domestic Violence, including men, women and children. In the past 12 months the Victim Witness Division of the District Attorney's office has served 406 victims of Domestic Violence, and the District Attorney's Office has prosecuted 397 felonies and misdemeanor acts of Domestic Violence. Lake Family Resource Center responded to 989 crisis line calls, served victims, and additionally sheltered 147 domestic violence victims and their children for a total of 5,200 bed nights.
WHEREAS, it is crucially important to hold perpetrators responsible for assault and to prevent Domestic Violence at every opportunity; and
WHEREAS, family violence is a community problem, stopping the cycle requires not only the strength and courage of survivors, but also the support and involvement of all members of the community; and
WHEREAS, many organizations such as the District Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, Lakeport Police Department, Clearlake Police Department and Lake Family Resource Center are committed to ending Domestic Violence in Lake County and provide essential crisis intervention and prevention services to all members of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the month of October 2023 is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the County of Lake and our community is urged to support the efforts of the agencies assisting victims of domestic violence and to increase their involvement in efforts to prevent domestic violence, thereby strengthening our community and creating an environment which honors, nurtures and protects all members of every family
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
5.7(a) Appoint Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon to the High Road Transition Collaborative Sector Table, as part of the Redwood Region RISE (Resilient Inclusive Sustainable Economy) Community Economic resilience Fund (CERF); and (b) Approve Redwood Region RISE Community Economic Resilience Fund High Road Transition Collaborative (HRTC) Collective Partnership Agreement Letter and Authorize the Chair or Designee to sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) is a state-wide program designed to promote a sustainable and equitable recovery from the economic distress of COVID-19. CERF will distribute $600 million across 13 regions to support the planning and implementation efforts of strategies and projects that prioritize the creation of accessible, high-quality jobs in sustainable industries.
Redwood Region RISE (Resilient Inclusive Sustainable Economy) is the name of our Region's CERF initiative, which includes Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino Counties, and Tribal Lands. Our Region's High Road Transition Collaborative (HRTC) is a broad community coalition of around 500 members (and counting!). The HRTC will work together to select projects that aim to support economic resilience and transition for the Region, while promoting economic diversification, sustainability, and equity.
The Redwood Region RISE HRTC will develop a meaningful and inclusive regional planning process to produce our Region's roadmap for economic development. Our efforts will prioritize the creation of accessible, thriving-wage opportunities for workers across our Region while pursuing sustainable economic growth that aligns with the State's goal for a carbon-neutral future.
Having the Chief Climate Resiliency Officer/Tribal Liaison for the County of Lake appointed to this table will ensure that plans for a carbon-neutral economy will benefit Lake County's environment, economy, and communities.
Recommended Action
(a) Appoint Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon to the High Road Transition Collaborative Sector Table, as part of the Redwood Region RISE (Resilient Inclusive Sustainable Economy) Community Economic resilience Fund (CERF).
(b) Approve Redwood Region RISE Community Economic Resilience Fund High Road Transition Collaborative (HRTC) Collective Partnership Agreement Letter and Authorize the Chief Climate Resiliency Officer to sign.
5.8(a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.1, as an extension of an annual agreement; and (b) Approve Amendment No. 5 to the Contract between County of Lake and Granicus, Inc. for Agenda Management and Government Transparency Services in the amount of $25,154.91, and authorize the 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
..Title
..Body
MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Jessica Pyska, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
FROM: Susan Parker, County Administrative Officer
DATE: October 3, 2023
SUBJECT: (a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.1, as an extension of an annual agreement; and (b) Approve Amendment No. 5 to the Contract between County of Lake and Granicus, Inc. for Agenda Management and Government Transparency Services in the amount of $25,154.91, and authorize the Chair to sign
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Attached for your Board's consideration is Amendment No. 5 with Granicus, Inc. for Agenda Management Services, to adjust the annual compensation amount to 25,154.91. Below is a timeline of our contract agreements:
* On October 8, 2013, your Board approved a contract with Granicus, Inc. for agenda management and government transparency services.
* On December 19, 2018, Contract Amendment No. 1 was approved to include the purchase of encoding hardware and performance accelerator hardware/software.
* On September 17, 2019, Contract Amendment No. 2 was approved to adjust the annual compensation amount to Granicus.
* On July 31, 2020, Contract Amendment No. 3 was approved to add eComment services to the agenda management system.
* On February 6, 2023, Contract Amendment No. 4 was approved to adjust the annual compensation amount to Granicus (this was to address the 2022-23 contract increase).
* Contract Amendment No. 5 will increase the annual compensation to $25,154.91 for the 2023-24 contract.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost_______ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Purchasing Considerations (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Fully Article X.- and/or Consultant Selection Policy-Compliant (describe process undertaken in "Executive Summary")
☒ Section 2-38 Exemption from Competitive Bidding (rationale in "Executive Summary," attach documentation, as needed)
☐ For Technology Purchases: Vetted and Supported by the Technology Governance Committee ("Yes," if checked)
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☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness,
Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☒ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
..Recommended Action
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
(a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.1, as an extension of an annual agreement; and
(b) Approve Amendment No. 5 to the Contract between County of Lake and Granicus, Inc. for Agenda Management and Government Transparency Services in the amount of $25,154.91 and authorize the Chair to sign
There was Board consensus to use the RFP process the following year.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Waived the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.1, as an extension of an annual agreement; and Approved Amendment No. 5 to the Contract between County of Lake and Granicus, Inc. for Agenda Management and Government Transparency Services in the amount of $25,154.91, 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: Supervisor Sabatier 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.
5.9Approve Purchase Order for $30,000 grant funding for fiscal year 2023-2024 to 1Team 1Dream and authorize chair to sign
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
During the budget hearings on June 14, 2023, your Board approved grant funding of $30,000 to support 1Team 1Dream.
Attached is the original Memo and an updated memo from 1 Team 1 Dream detailing their request to receive grant funding.
The $30,000 will support and help build a more resilient and sustainable small business economy in Lake County. The goal of the small business competition is to help build a resilient and thriving economy, a few small businesses at a time. The premise is that strong small businesses are the backbone of small rural economies, such as ours. The program prepares small businesses and entrepreneurs to become even more ready to fill commercial gaps throughout the County and to build a sustainable business.
Recommended Action
Approve Purchase Order for $30,000 grant funding for fiscal year 2023-2024 to 1Team 1Dream and authorize chair to sign.
5.10Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital, Inc. for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization in the Amount of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
pulled on consent
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
Under 9 California Code of Regulations (CCR) section 1810.430(a), a Mental Health Plan like Behavioral Health is required to contract with a Traditional Hospital (TH) that meets the Implementation Plan standards. Behavioral Health shall also contract with Disproportionate Share Hospitals (DSH) that meet the Implementation Plan criteria and is either in the County or, if in a different County, accounts for 5 percent or $20,000, whichever is more, of the total fiscal year Fee-For Service/Medi-Cal psychiatric inpatient hospital services payments for Behavioral Health clients.
Lake completed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) with BHC Heritage Oaks to ensure they remain in good standing for continued partnership. In FY 2022-23 eleven (11) clients were placed in BHC for a total of 129 bed days.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital, Inc. for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization in the Amount of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $100,000 |
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On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved Agreement Between County of Lake and BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital, Inc. for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization in the Amount of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorized the Board Chair to Sign as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier introduced the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.11Second Reading - Adopt Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of the Lake County Code Relating to Permitting Temporary Cannabis Processing Structures, and Amending Chapter 27 of the Lake County Code regarding Mitigation Fees, and Amending Article 68 of the Zoning Ordinance Regarding Definitions of Temporary Building Types.
Ordinance
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Agricultural Exempt & Temporary Cannabis Processing Structures Ordinance is an ordinance that establishes regulations to permit the use of certain temporary structures for the purposes of drying and processing commercial cannabis onsite at approved outdoor, mixed-light, and indoor commercial cannabis operations. The proposed ordinance includes several limitations on the size, scope, and duration of the temporary structures that can be permitted in the County, including allowable footprints of structures, and building material specifications that cover temporary tent structures and temporary container structures.
The draft ordinance includes the following types of regulations on temporary drying structures for commercial cannabis cultivation: 1) application requirements including submittal of site plans, project descriptions, locations of proposed and existing structures and uses of structures, and proposed dates of use; 2) setback requirements and height limitations; 3) allowable footprint size; 4) slope requirements; 5) electrical limitations and inspection requirements; 6) guidelines for the use of generators; and 7) limitations on the duration of use. The draft ordinance also establishes a process for temporary drying structure building permit applications, renewal, suspension, and revocation; and establishes development standards, performance standards, and temporary permit requirements.
At its meeting on September 19, 2023, the Board considered the recommendations of the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force, Agriculture Advisory Committee, and Planning Commission. In addition to these amendments to the draft ordinance, the Board also approved amendments to increase setbacks, clarify language, and correct language pertaining to the environmental analysis. These amendments were substantive, resulting in the continuance of the draft ordinance hearing to the September 26, 2023, meeting. The Board unanimously approved the first reading of the ordinance at its meeting on September 26, 2023, and advanced the ordinance to the October 3, 2023 meeting for second reading and possible adoption. The clean draft version of the Ordinance is included as Attachment 1.
Recommended Action
Adopt Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 of the Lake County Code Relating to Permitting Temporary Cannabis Processing Structures, and Amending Chapter 27 of the Lake County Code regarding Mitigation Fees, and Amending Article 68 of the Zoning Ordinance Regarding Definitions of Temporary Building Types.
5.12Approve Long Distance Travel for Judy Garcia, Health Services Program Manager, Dean Eichelmann, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, and Christine Hannigan, Emergency Preparedness SSA, to Attend the National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference Training in Las Vegas, Nevada, from November 28-30, 2023
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference Training provides the opportunity for healthcare emergency management professionals around the country to share solutions to the ever-changing dynamics of the disasters we face in the world today. With over 40 sessions of content, sharing of best practices, building partnerships, and interacting with the latest technology and industry leaders, participants will benefit from advancing their individual and collective skill sets, specifically in Disaster Preparedness and Recovery.
Therefore, pursuant to Section 1.6, E, of the County of Lake Travel Policy, we request your Board approve travel to the National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference Training in Las Vegas, Nevada, for Dean Eichelmann and Christine Hannigan to access this essential training opportunity.
Recommended Action
Approve Long Distance Travel for Judy Garcia, Health Services Program Manager, Dean Eichelmann, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, and Christine Hannigan, Emergency Preparedness SSA, to Attend the National Healthcare Coalition Preparedness Conference Training in Las Vegas, Nevada, from November 28-30, 2023.
5.13Approve the Memorandum of Understanding Between County of Butte and Lake County for a Regional Facility Use Agreement from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 for a per diem rate of $175 for each 24-hour day per youth; and Authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Currently, the Probation Department contracts with Tehama County Probation for the housing of youth detained by the Court as a result of an arrest. Tehama County, like most law enforcement agencies, also struggles with hiring staff, and as a result, they are not always able to keep all the pods open in Juvenile Hall. When this happens, and a minor is arrested in Lake County, the Probation Department needs alternatives for housing youth until Tehama can reopen the pod or another youth is released.
In order to have alternatives in these situations, the Probation Department is requesting to enter into an agreement with Butte County Probation to house youth short term. Butte County offers similar programs as Tehama County to their incarcerated youth, and the distance to the Butte County facility is similar to Tehama County. The Probation Department also has a similar contract with Mendocino County, so several alternatives are available should multiple counties have the same staffing or space issues.
Recommended Action
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding Between County of Butte and Lake County for a Regional Facility Use Agreement from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 for a per diem rate of $175 for each 24-hour day per youth; and Authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement.
5.14(Sitting as the Board of Directors Lake County Watershed Protection District) Approve and authorize the Lake County Watershed Protection District to file grant application for the Hitch Habitat Improvement Planning and Assessment for Tule Lake, Scotts Creek and Adobe Creek with the Wildlife Conservation Board in an amount not to exceed $2,591,000.
Action Item
pulled on consent
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
Staff is requesting the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District (District) approve and authorize the District to file a grant application through the California Wildlife Conservation Board, for funds to conduct a Clear Lake hitch (Lavinia exilicauda chi) "Habitat Improvement Planning and Assessment for Tule Lake, Scotts Creek and Adobe Creek". This item will both satisfy actions identified in the BOS Declared Emergency for the Clear Lake Hitch and actions identified in the US Fish and Wildlife Service Hitch Conservation Strategy.
This item is not anticipated to be controversial; therefore we are requesting this item be placed on the consent agenda.
This project includes tribal and professional partners from Big Valley Band of Pomo Indian, Flowwest Consulting, Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, and Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake. Specifically, this project would support five tasks, spanning over the Adobe Creek and Scotts Creek Watershed and associated tributaries. While this project is focused on assessments and planning, the products from this project will provide substantial footing for the District to be competitive for future implementation funds from state or federal sources. This project is designed so that we can apply for implementation funding in 2025/2026.
The total cost of the grant request would not exceed $2.591 Million dollars, with an approximate contribution from the District totaling no more than $219,000. Other match sources, at this time, total about $300,000. The project includes the following five tasks with their requested dollar amounts:
Task 1 Project Management $86,700,
Task 2 Scotts Creek Fish Passage Assessment $1,057,550
Task 3 Adobe Creek Conjunctive Use Assessment $706,000
Task 4 Bell Hill Rd. Culvert Replacement $648,950
Task 5 Outreach and Education $84,000
Other benefits from this project will include water quality improvements, increased flows during spawning and hatch periods, reduced barriers to hitch migration, improved groundwater aquifer recharge, streambank restoration and stabilization, and localized flood reductions.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Lake County Board of Supervisors, acting as the Board of Directors of the Watershed Protection District, approve the Wildlife Conservation Board Grant application to complete the planning and design project "Habitat Improvement Planning and Assessment for Tule Lake, Scotts Creek and Adobe Creek" for an amount not to exceed $2,591,000.
On motion of Director Green, and by vote of the Board, approved and authorized the Lake County Watershed Protection District to file a grant application for the Hitch Habitat Improvement Planning and Assessment for Tule Lake, Scotts Creek and Adobe Creek with the Wildlife Conservation Board in an amount not to exceed $2,591,000. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Assistant Clerk of the Board Johanna DeLong introduced the item to the Board. Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis presented the item to the Board.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Elaine Brown. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.15(Sitting as the Board of Directors Lake County Watershed Protection District) Approve the Joint Funding Agreement with US Geological Survey for the Annual Maintenance of the Kelsey Creek Flow Gauge Station in the amount of $17,860 from October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024, and Authorize the Water Resources Director to sign the Agreement
Agreement
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Attached for your Board's consideration and approval is the annual Joint Funding Agreement (JFA) between the Lake County Watershed Protection District (WPD) and the U.S. Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior (USGS).
The JFA provides funding for the operation of the stream gauge station on Kelsey Creek near the town of Kelseyville. The WPD has assisted in the maintenance costs of the station for decades, and staff utilizes the gauge to obtain real-time creek flow information which assists in the operation of the Kelsey Creek Detention Structure and during flood events.
The WPD anticipates this expense in our annual budget, and an appropriation is included for it in BU 8109. The cost share for this agreement is:
Lake County Watershed Protection district - $17,860
U.S. Geologic Survey - $7,340
We are hopeful that the Board agrees that the continuation of the JFA with the USGS is justified, and we respectfully request the Board's approval and authorization for the Director of Water Resources to sign the attached agreement.
Recommended Action
Approve the Joint Funding Agreement with US Geological Survey for the Annual Maintenance of the Kelsey Creek Flow Gauge Station in the amount of $17,860 from October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024, and Authorize the Water Resources Director to sign the Agreement.
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.15 with the exception of items 5.8, 5.10, and 5.14 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
6. Timed Items
6.19:06 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner and Dr. Aava spoke.
6.29:07 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Sadie Egan presented the pet of the week to the Board.
6.39:08 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of October 1-7, 2023 as National 4-H Week in Lake County
Proclamation
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: 4-H Member Presley Bussard read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County 4-H Community. Jean Goulart Nicole, and Elizabeth Lincoln 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.
6.49:09 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating October 7, 2023 as Ageism Awareness Day
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Proclamation Designating October 7, 2023 as Ageism Awareness Day
Whereas, Ageism refers to the stereotypes of prejudice and discrimination toward others based on age; and
Whereas, there are an estimated 21,058 older adults in Lake County over the age of sixty who are impacted by ageism; and
Whereas, ageism toward older adults affects their health and longevity, financial well-being and the economy of Lake County; and
Whereas, preventing ageism in education, employment, housing, and healthcare will benefit all; and
Whereas, recognizing that it is up to all of us to ensure that older adults are respected and portrayed as capable, competent, effective, and valued in all areas of society; and
Whereas, ageism awareness and preventing ageism is beneficial to all citizens of Lake County by improving quality of life within Lake County,
Now therefore, the Lake County Board of Supervisors hereby proclaims October 7, 2023 to be AGEISM AWARENESS DAY.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
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 the Lake County Community.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Sherry Young and Elaine Brown. The following person spoke via Zoom Olga Martin Steele. 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 the Month of October 2023 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Community. Tom Jordan spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Elaine Brown. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.69:11 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County, CA
Proclamation
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 Community. Community Representatives 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 Declaring the 2nd Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The second Monday in October is Indigenous Peoples' Day in Lake County and I ask we recognize this day with a proclamation.
Recommended Action
Ceremonial item only.
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 the Lake County Community.
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 Month of October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Proclamation
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2023 AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Domestic Violence impacts, women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, emotional and physical scars resulting from Domestic Violence are often severe and long lasting; and
WHEREAS, in the past 12 months, Lake County Law Enforcement responded to over 570 incidents of Domestic Violence, including men, women and children. In the past 12 months the Victim Witness Division of the District Attorney's office has served 406 victims of Domestic Violence, and the District Attorney's Office has prosecuted 397 felonies and misdemeanor acts of Domestic Violence. Lake Family Resource Center responded to 989 crisis line calls, served victims, and additionally sheltered 147 domestic violence victims and their children for a total of 5,200 bed nights.
WHEREAS, it is crucially important to hold perpetrators responsible for assault and to prevent Domestic Violence at every opportunity; and
WHEREAS, family violence is a community problem, stopping the cycle requires not only the strength and courage of survivors, but also the support and involvement of all members of the community; and
WHEREAS, many organizations such as the District Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, Lakeport Police Department, Clearlake Police Department and Lake Family Resource Center are committed to ending Domestic Violence in Lake County and provide essential crisis intervention and prevention services to all members of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the month of October 2023 is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the County of Lake and our community is urged to support the efforts of the agencies assisting victims of domestic violence and to increase their involvement in efforts to prevent domestic violence, thereby strengthening our community and creating an environment which honors, nurtures and protects all members of every family
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
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 Lake County Victim Witness and Lake Family Resource Center. Lake Family Resource Center Representative Nicki Summerville, District Attorney Susan Krones, and Victim Witness Program Administrator Tatsuhiro Suzuki 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.
6.99:15 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation by Rural County Representatives of California's Senior Vice President, Craig Ferguson
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Senior Vice President, Craig Ferguson will give a presentation on RCRC's Strategic Plan and work of affiliated entities, Golden State Finance Authority, National Homebuyers Fund, Environmental Services Joint Powers Authority, Rural Alliance Inc., Golden State Natural Resources, and Golden State Connect Authority.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Rural County Representatives of California's Senior Vice President Craig Ferguson presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Elaine Brown. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1010:00 A.M. - (a) Consideration of Presentation of the Lake County Community Wildfire Protection Plan; and (b) Consideration of Approval of the Lake County Community Wildfire Protection Plan and Authorize the Chair to sign
Presentation
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
This Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) provides the information and tools residents and agencies need to reduce catastrophic wildfires, protect vital community assets, and live in better balance with the land. The Lake County CWPP identifies wildfire risks and hazards, and actions to reduce them, in Lake County, California. Sponsored by the County of Lake, the Lake County Fire Safe Council, the Lake County Fire Chiefs Association, and the Lake County Community Risk Reduction Authority, the Lake County CWPP represents the collective knowledge, work, and community effort of many individuals and organizations.
It is not intended to be all encompassing, rather, a living document that will be continually updated, improved, and be a foundation for funding opportunities for all agencies within and serving Lake County.
Recommended Action
(a) Presentation.
(b) Approve the Lake County Community Wildfire Protection Plan and Authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, approved the Lake County Community Wildfire Protection Plan and Authorized the Chair to sign with amendment to add Appendix F. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Northshore Fire Protection District Chief Mike Ciancio spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Elaine Brown, Joan Moss, Tom Jordan, Magdalena Valderama, and Will Evans. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1111:30 A.M. - (Sitting as Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors) -Consideration of Presentation and Direction to Staff regarding the potential use of LACOSAN Property by the Lake County Rodeo
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Members of the rodeo board have approached Special Districts about possibly utilizing District property to host the rodeo on a long-term basis. District staff and rodeo board members have made multiple site visits to determine feasibility of the proposal prior to any formal presentation or negotiation. Due diligence has proceeded to the point that it makes sense to approach the Board of Directors to provide an informational presentation and seek consensus of the concept prior to proceeding further with any actions.
The Rodeo Board is proposing a multi-use area which would accommodate the rodeo on an annual basis, but also provide the possibility of a public access trail head for equestrian trails, as well as the ability to coordinate with Lake County Animal Care and Control to facilitate large animal sheltering in the event of an emergency.
The proposed area is approximately 86 acres out of the Districts 1,186 acres as shown in the accompanying maps and is in an area with minimal district infrastructure. Any proposed use in this area will not negatively impact current or future District operations.
If the Board is supportive of the concept staff intends to move into negotiating a lease under Article XXVI - Alternative Procedures for Leasing and Licensing of County Real Property, Section 2-191. The lease would likely be an interim measure prior to declaring the property surplus and listing if for sale. This possibility has been discussed with County Counsel and any future move in this direction would involve them, County Admin, and this Board. Discussions with CDD have confirmed that a lease for use of the property does not constitute a project for the purposes of CEQA, however future use of the property by the rodeo board would likely require a use permit and all associated reviews/approvals including CEQA compliance.
Recommended Action
Review presentation and provide direction to staff regarding the potential use of LACOSAN property by the Lake County Rodeo
There was Board consensus to move forward with creating an agreement.
Clerk’s notes: Special Districts Administrator Scott Harter presented the item to the Board. Lake County Rodeo Board Member Aaron Hyatt 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.
6.121:00 P.M. - Presentation on California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Clear Lake Hitch Barriers Removal Project
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Deputy Water Resources Director, Marina Deligiannis, will be joined alongside California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) staff to present an overview, update and next steps for CDFW's Clear Lake Hitch Barriers Removal Project.
In Summer of 2023, CDFW onboarded the California Conservation Corps (CCC) to clear vegetation in creeks identified as spawning barriers to the Clear Lake Hitch (Hitch).
This item will provide an overview of the project area identification process, project collaboration efforts, status, next steps and provide the public information on the CDFW permitting process for private landowners wishing to clear vegetation in creeks falling within their property boundaries.
Recommended Action
Presentation only.
There was Board consensus to return with a Code Enforcement discussion.
Clerk’s notes: Pulled
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Appointments to the Emergency Medical Care Committee
Action Item
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
15 Vacancies - (1) Hospital - (2) ER Affiliated-Medical Care Coordinator - (1) Community College District - (1) Sheriff - (1) Highway Patrol - (1) OES Director - (2) Fire Department - (4) Others/Consumer/Interested Group - (1) Public Health Officer - (1) Health Services Director
Appoint to the following seats:
Sheriff Rob Howe - Sheriff
Lieutenant Gavin Wells - OES
Dr. Noemi Doohan - Public Health Officer
Deputy Health Services Director Rainy Grafton - Health Services Director
Dr. Evan Bloom - Hospital
Lakeport Fire Chief Patrick Reitz - Fire Department
Recommended Action
Appoint applicants.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the list as stated by Chair Pyska to the Emergency Medical Care Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Assistant Clerk of the Board Johanna DeLong 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
8.1Conference with Legal Counsel: Decision whether to initiate litigation pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(d)(4): Two potential cases
Closed Session Item
8.2Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9 (d)(1): Earthways Foundation, Inc. v. County of Lake, et al
Closed Session Item