Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, July 11, 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 Honoring Brian Sumpter for his 40 years of Devotion and Service to the County of Lake
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Sports Editor Brian Sumpter has served as the voice for athletes for nearly 40 years. Sports are an integral part of the successes for many students; and
WHEREAS, we honor Brian Sumpter for his extraordinary achievements and dedication to accuracy, fairness and professionalism in his career; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter brought special events and tournaments to Lake County improving tourism and morale for the benefit of Lake County; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter was the first sports editor in the County of Lake covering five high schools independently, among numerous other county sporting events; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter has earned the respect of the community, going above-and-beyond his responsibilities for nearly four decades. He has commuted from Sonoma County and worked nights, weekends and holidays without fail for the duration of his career to provide the gold standard of sports coverage in Lake County.
NOW, THEREFORE, we declare appreciation for Brian Sumpter's devotion and service to the County of Lake and desire that there should be a permanent record of gratitude for his community service.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Honoring Brian Sumpter for his 40 years of Devotion and Service to the County of Lake
5.2Approve extension to PEG Professional Services Agreement for Videography of MACs
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On November 22, 2022, the Board of Supervisors approved allocating $10,000 to pay for videography services from PEG in support of our Municipal Advisory Councils (MACs). Due to a cancelled December meeting, supply chain issues, testing, and now training, PEG has not yet begun videography for the MACs, but is prepared to do so in fiscal year 23-24. Last training and testing took place during the Visioning Forum that took place in Clearlake City Hall.
For consideration in front of the Board is to continue the original agreement with an extension of dates to expire as of June 30, 2024 with no change to the amount of the contract. Thus far, due to training, PEG has spent $220 for training and PEG is working with the county to pay that amount for fiscal year 22-23 leaving a total of $9,780 left in this contract.
Recommended Action
Approve the extension for the Professional Services agreement between the County of Lake and Lake County PEG-TV.
5.3Approve Long Distance Travel for Deputy Director Jessica Leishman and Senior Officer Hailey Downhour to attend the Level 1 Equine Investigations Academy in Durango, Colorado from August 21, 2023 to August 26, 2023.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Animal Care and Control is requesting your Board's approval to send Deputy Director Jessica Leishman and Senior Officer Hailey Downhour to the Level 1 Equine Investigations Academy in Durango, Colorado. The course is from August 21, 2023 to August 26, 2023. Lake County Animal Care and Control previously sent all officers to this course as part of their training. Due to COVID, we have been unable to send an officer to the academy since 2020. The training is focused on the caring, investigating, and prosecuting cases involving horses. The information learned will also apply to nearly all calls that are handled by our staff. Lake County Animal Care and Control was placed on a waitlist for two placements and was granted the two placements on June 19, 2023
The cost of the course is $1950 per person. This includes food, room, and all course materials. We would also need to purchase airfare. Airfare is between $500 and $600 and depends on departure time.
Recommended Action
Approve Long Distance Travel for Deputy Director Jessica Leishman and Senior Officer Hailey Downhour to attend the Level 1 Equine Investigations Academy in Durango, Colorado from August 21, 2023 to August 26, 2023.
| Estimated Cost | $5,250 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $10,000 |
5.4Approve the Continuation of the Proclamation Declaring a Shelter Crisis Urgency Due to the Current Need for Sheltering for Those Experiencing Homelessness during the Weather and Temperature Patterns That the County of Lake has Been Experiencing
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
AB 2553 provides guidance to local governing bodies for declaring a shelter crisis. The need for a shelter is crucial to provide respite and safe shelter for those experiencing homelessness. This declaration will only be utilized to help support a temporary shelter. Once an emergency has been declared, the Continuum of Care and Behavioral Health of Lake County will continue to pursue solutions for permanent shelters. The HHAP Round 4 grant application was approved by the Board of Supervisors recently in hopes to obtain funding to provide a permanent shelter in the future. Both groups are dedicated to finding solutions and ensuring that all shelters provide adequate and appropriate services to those in need.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of proclamation declaring a shelter crisis urgency.
5.5Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This Proclamation was adopted February 7, 2023.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency
| Additional Requested | $100,000 |
|---|
5.6Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection found that its aerial and group surveys in Napa and Lake County revealed widespread conifer mortality leaving trees vulnerable to insect attacks and fire damage. On March 28, 2022, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order No. 7-77, that states the ongoing drought will have significant immediate impacts on communities. In response, the Lake County Risk Reduction Authority created the Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force established to investigate and address the extensive tree mortality in the County caused primarily by wildfire, drought and insect damage.
The Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force members have attended several presentations from individuals with considerable expertise in both entomology and tree mortality, including Forest
Advisor Dr. Michael Jones, an entomologist from University of California Cooperative. The overriding message was that failure to actively address tree mortality could result in the potential loss or degradation of forest habitats and associated ecological impacts, including the impact of wildlife, water and soil. And as such, create dangerous wildfire conditions that also threaten the safety of persons and property and will likely extend beyond the capacity of public safety services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this County.
This Resolution requests the following actions from Governor Newsom; 1) Proclaim a State of Emergency in Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State, 2) Seek designation of tree mortality areas within Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State under Section 8204 of the Agriculture Act of 2014 and seek additional Federal program support; and 3) Request a Presidential Declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster for this emergency.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
5.7Approve Continuation of an Emergency Declaration for Drought Conditions
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Pursuant to Chapter 6, Article 1 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency when Lake County is affected by, or likely to be affected by a public calamity and the Board of Supervisors is not in session. During the existence of this local emergency, the powers, functions and duties of the Director of Emergency Services and the emergency organization of the County shall be those prescribed by state law, and by ordinance and resolutions of this County, approved by the Board of Supervisors, and by the Lake Operational Area Emergency Operations Plan, as approved by the Board of Supervisors.
On April 21, 2021, the Governor of the State of California proclaimed a State of Emergency for the Counties of Sonoma and Mendocino due to extremely low reservoir levels and drought conditions. Inasmuch, Lake County water table levels are at significantly to critically low levels and are being continuously monitored.
Based upon low water levels, the County may have to consider measures to address the water shortages. These measures may include taking steps to conserve water by practicing water conservation efforts, including, but not limited to repairing leaking plumbing, limiting non-essential watering, limiting car washing, filling bathtubs halfway or less, using high-efficient appliances, reducing shower times, only washing full loads of laundry, turning off water when brushing teeth or shaving, planting drought resistant landscaping and implementing other practices that reduce water consumption. Short or long-term solutions are costly; however, the County may be eligible for State or Federal assistance should the need arise to address drought issues if conditions persist.
Therefore, the declaration of an emergency will allow the County to qualify for funding that has been specifically set aside for drought relief purposes. Programs within the State focus on ground water management, conservation and recapture/recycle initiatives.
By declaring a local emergency, the County is taking a pro-active approach to address drought related disaster issues. In addition, with the adoption of a proclamation declaring a state of local emergency, State law requires the Board of Supervisors to review the status of the emergency at least once every 30 days.
Recommended Action
Approve the Continuation of a Proclamation of Emergency Declaration for Drought Conditions.
5.8Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Ratification of the Proclamation of a Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event.
Section 6-5 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency when Lake County is affected or likely to be affected by public calamity. Such a Proclamation shall expire seven days after issuance unless confirmed and ratified by the Lake County Board of Supervisors. On this date, the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director has proclaimed a local emergency for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event and ratification by the Lake County Board of Supervisors is needed.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the January 2023 Atmospheric River Event
5.9Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Please see attached proclamation.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Low Elevation Snow and Extreme Cold
5.10Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and June Wilson-Clarkin, LMFT for Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $30,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health partners with Community Business Organizations and private practitioners for the provision of Specialty Mental Health Services. These providers make up Lake County's Mental Health Plan provider network. LCBHS has worked with Ms. Wilson-Clarkin for the past few years and, due to increased capacity demands, has increased projections of services through this provider.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and June Wilson-Clarkin, LMFT for Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $30,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $30,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $30,000.00 |
5.11Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Sutter Center for Psychiatry for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations in the Amount of $50,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services is responsible for placement of beneficiaries requiring acute inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. Lake's utilization of Sutter Center for Psychiatry exceeded $20,000, and therefore according to California Code of Regulations, Section 1810.430(2)(B) https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/formsandpubs/Documents/14-030_Encl_1.pdf we must contract with them.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Sutter Center for Psychiatry for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations in the Amount of $50,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $50,000 |
| Additional Requested | $50,000 |
| Future Annual Cost | $50,000 |
5.12Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $200,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake has contracted with Vista Pacifica for these specialized services for many years, primarily for placement of clients on LPS Conservatorship requiring a high level of care. We conducted a Request for Qualifications with the vendor, ensuring they remain able to provide these services.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $200,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $200,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $200,000.00 |
5.13Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Crestwood Behavioral Health for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services with no change to the contract maximum for Fiscal Years 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This Amendment reflects rate changes for 2023-24. We do not anticipate this will result in a change to the contract maximum.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Crestwood Behavioral Health for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services with no change to the contract maximum for Fiscal Years 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
5.14Adopt Resolution Authorizing Cancellation of Reserve Accounts in the Amount of $3,167,543.00 to Provide Sufficient Cash Flow and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Resolution
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As the Board was made aware during the Department's budget presentation the Department is in a revenue shortfall due to lack of billing out of our new Electronic Health Record since March 1, 2023. While the Department is working intensely and closely with the California Mental Health Services Authority to execute a functioning billing process, and expect this issue to be resolved within 2-3 weeks, this Resolution is needed to ensure continuity of operations.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing Cancellation of Reserve Accounts in the Amount of $3,167,543.00 to Provide Sufficient Cash Flow and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
There was board consensus to return with a report at the final budget hearing in September and to bring back the item at the July 18, 2023 Board of Supervisors Meeting.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier introduced the item to the Board. Interim Behavioral Health Director Stephen Carter presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano and County Administrative Officer Susan Parker spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Michael Wagner. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.15Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Hardeep Singh, MD to Perform Substance use Disorder Treatment Medical Director Responsibilities on Behalf of Lake County Behavioral Health Services in the Amount of $124,800.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County has contracted with Dr. Singh for these services since 2018. We conducted a Request for Qualifications with the provider to ensure the remain in good standing to provide services. Additionally, Dr. Singh is maintaining the same rates as fiscal year 2022-23 with no increase.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake and Hardeep Singh, MD to Perform Substance use Disorder Treatment Medical Director Responsibilities on Behalf of Lake County Behavioral Health Services in the Amount of $124,800.00 for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $128,800.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $128,800.00 |
5.16Approve Board of Supervisors Minutes for June 27, 2023
Minutes
passed on consent
5.17Approve the Plans and Specifications for the Eastlake Sanitary Landfill Expansion Project, and Authorize the Public Services Director to Advertise for Bids
Action Item
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The plans and specifications for the Eastlake Sanitary Landfill Phase One Cell Construction Project are complete. A copy of the plans and specifications are available for Board of Supervisors' review at the Public Services Department.
The construction estimate is approximately $3,754,000. Appropriations are included in Budget Unit 4121, Integrated Waste Management Enterprise Fund.
Recommended Action
Approve the Plans and Specifications and Authorize the Public Services Director / Assistant Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved the Plans and Specifications for the Eastlake Sanitary Landfill Expansion Project, and Authorized the Public Services Director to Advertise for Bids. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier introduced the item to the Board. Public Services Director Lars Ewing presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.18Approve the purchase of a 2023 Ford F-150 for the Buildings and Grounds Division of the Public Services Department and authorize the Public Services Director to sign a purchase order not to exceed $44,000 to Folsom Lake Ford of Folsom, CA
Report
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The FY 23/24 budget for the Buildings and Grounds Division (BU 1671) of the Public Services Department includes appropriations for the purchase of a pickup truck to replace an existing leased truck for which the lease is expiring July 14, 2023 and must be returned.
Public Services staff worked with Public Works Fleet Management to determine the appropriate method to secure a replacement vehicle. Fleet Management advised against entering into a new lease for work trucks due to the anticipated level of wear and tear. Furthermore, the State of California's Procurement Division, from whom Fleet Management typically purchases vehicles through a statewide contract, was unable to allocate sufficient trucks to the County of Lake in comparison to the needs of all County departments. Consequently, the Public Services Department solicited quotes from 4 vendors to purchase a 1/2-ton extended cab pickup truck with a 6 1/2 foot bed, in accordance with Lake County Code Chapter 2-39.1 (c) for expenditure in excess of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) but not exceeding fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00). Folsom Lake Ford provided the lowest bid, which is attached.
Recommended Action
Approve the purchase of a 2023 Ford F-150 and authorize the Public Services Director to sign a purchase order not to exceed $44,000 to Folsom Lake Ford of Folsom, CA
5.19Approve Contract Between County of Lake and People Services, Inc. for Yard Maintenance, in the Amount of $9,656.87 Per Fiscal Year from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
People Services, Inc. provides grounds maintenance to the Anderson Ranch and Employment Service Job Zone buildings in Lower Lake. Services include trash pickup, lawn mowing, hedge trimming, weed control, and table and walkway cleaning, which are performed on a weekly basis. Contractor also provides drain cleaning each month, and more extensive gardening work twice a year.
DSS issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) in which two quotes were received with one refusal. People Services, Inc. submitted the lowest quote and has been chosen for services.
Recommended Action
Approve Contract between County of Lake and People Services, Inc. for yard maintenance, in the amount of $9,656.87 per fiscal year from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026, and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $9,656.87 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $9,656.87 |
This item was pulled and continued to a future agenda.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Social Services Director Kelli Page pulled the item from the agenda.
5.20a) Waive the Formal Bidding Process Pursuant to County Ordinance 3109 Section 28.2 due to 38.2(3), not in the Public Interest as Competitive Bidding Would Produce No Economic Benefit to the County; and, b) Approve Contract Between County of Lake and Five Pasco Brothers, Inc. c/o Omarshall, Inc. for Lease Agreement, in the Amount of $49,440.00 Per Fscal Year from November 1, 2023 to June 30, 2028 and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The current lease agreement for the Child Welfare Services (CWS) building Suites E and F, at 16170 Main Street in Lower Lake will expire on October 30, 2023. The Department of Social Services (DSS) has negotiated a four and a half-year extension of the existing Lease agreement with the building owner, Five Pasco Brothers, Inc. c/o Omarshall, Inc. The Department of Social Services maintains leases for all buildings it occupies and cannot evaluate purchasing an office location, or relocating as a possible long-term cost saving alternative due to the consequential disruption a relocation would pose for the community, insufficient office space availability in the County, and the projected fiscal impact to the Department. Waiving the formal bidding process provides the community uninterrupted services at a familiar location and financial savings for the Department. DSS has rented the space at this location since 2018.This Contract will extend the lease for four and a half years.
Recommended Action
a) Waive the Formal Bidding Process Pursuant to County Ordinance 3109 Section 28.2 due to 38.2(3), not in the public interest as competitive bidding would produce no economic benefit to the County; and, b) Approve Contract between County of Lake and Five Pasco Brothers, Inc. c/o Omarshall, Inc. for Lease Agreement, in the amount of $49,440.00 per fiscal year from November 1, 2023 to June 30, 2028 and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $49,440.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $49,440.00 |
This item was pulled and continued to a future agenda.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Social Services Director Kelli Page pulled the item from the agenda.
5.21(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors)
Approve budget transfer allocating money from object code 23.80 to 62.74.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Budget Transfer is needed for the purchase of a Rigid Drain Cleaning Machine. The Rigid Drain Cleaning Machine will be used for sewer lateral line cleaning, which will help reduce Inflow & Infiltration and prevent potential sewer spills due to blockage. The necessary purchase cannot be delayed until the upcoming Budget cycle and current appropriations in Budget Unit 8355 are not sufficient to finance the purchase.
Recommended Action
(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors)
Approve budget transfer allocating money from object code 23.80 to 62.74.
| Estimated Cost | $5,103.00 |
|---|
5.22(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors) Adopt Resolution revising the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Adopted Budget of the County of Lake by cancelling reserves in Fund 255 NW Regional Sewer System O&M Reserve Designation, in the amount of $150,000 to make appropriations in the Budget Unit 8355, Object Code 785.30-00 Utilities to pay for sewer utility costs.
Resolution
pulled on consent
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 3-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Carried 3-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Attached for your review is a Resolution cancelling Fund 255 Lake County Sanitation District NW Regional O&M Reserve Designation in the amount of $150,000. The amount would be appropriated to Fund 255 Object Code 783.30-00 Utilities. Funds were budgeted in FY 22/23 in the amount of $935,728 for utilities, however invoices from PG&E pertaining to sewer collection, treatment and disposal costs have exceeded the FY 22/23 Budget.
Recommended Action
(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors) Adopt Resolution revising the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Adopted Budget of the County of Lake by cancelling reserves in Fund 255 NW Regional Sewer System O&M Reserve Designation, in the amount of $150,000 to make appropriations in the Budget Unit 8355, Object Code 785.30-00 Utilities to pay for sewer utility costs.
| Estimated Cost | $150,000 |
|---|
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, continued the item to next week July 18, 2023 as an untimed item. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.22 with the exception of items 5.14, 5.17, 5.19, 5.20, and 5.22 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Special Districts Administrator Scott Harter presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon 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: Animal Care and Control Officers Hailey Downhour and Daniel Gard presented the pet of the week to the Board. Public Members Andre Guizec and Michael Wegner spoke.
6.29:15 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Brian Sumpter for his 40 years of Devotion and Service to the County of Lake
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, Sports Editor Brian Sumpter has served as the voice for athletes for nearly 40 years. Sports are an integral part of the successes for many students; and
WHEREAS, we honor Brian Sumpter for his extraordinary achievements and dedication to accuracy, fairness and professionalism in his career; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter brought special events and tournaments to Lake County improving tourism and morale for the benefit of Lake County; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter was the first sports editor in the County of Lake covering five high schools independently, among numerous other county sporting events; and
WHEREAS, Brian Sumpter has earned the respect of the community, going above-and-beyond his responsibilities for nearly four decades. He has commuted from Sonoma County and worked nights, weekends and holidays without fail for the duration of his career to provide the gold standard of sports coverage in Lake County.
NOW, THEREFORE, we declare appreciation for Brian Sumpter's devotion and service to the County of Lake and desire that there should be a permanent record of gratitude for his community service.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Simon read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Brian Sumpter. Brian Sumpter spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Public Works/ Water Resources Director Scott De Leon. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.310:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING -(Sitting concurrently as Clearlake Keys CSA#1, #2, #6, #13, #20, #21-Board of Supervisors, Kelseyville County Waterworks District #3 and Lake County Sanitation District - Board of Directors) - Consideration of (a) Resolution Confirming Collections of Annual Lighting Fees; (b) Resolution Confirming Collections of Delinquent Water Fees; (c) Resolution confirming Collections of Delinquent Water and Sewer Fees; (d) Resolution of Delinquent Sewer Fees for Lake County Sanitation District.
Public Hearing
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On July 11, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. a Public Hearing will be held to hear protests regarding the placement of Lighting Fees and Delinquent Water and Sewer Fees on the 2023-2024 Tax Rolls for collection.
Resolutions, once approved by your Board, authorize this action in accordance with Section 55501 of the Water Code, and Sections 25215.4 and25215.5 of the Government Code. The required Resolutions are attached.
The authorization by your Board for placement of the Delinquent Sewer Fees is accomplished by motion of one of the Board members, in accordance with Section 25214.4 of the Government Code.
Recommended Action
10:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING -(Sitting concurrently as Clearlake Keys CSA#1, #2, #6, #13, #20, #21-Board of Supervisors, Kelseyville County Waterworks District #3 and Lake County Sanitation District - Board of Directors) - Consideration of (a) Resolution Confirming Collections of Annual Lighting Fees; (b) Resolution Confirming Collections of Delinquent Water Fees; (c) Resolution confirming Collections of Delinquent Water and Sewer Fees; (d) Resolution of Delinquent Sewer Fees for Lake County Sanitation District.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, continued the item to the July 25, 2023 Board of Supervisors Meeting at 11:15 A.M. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Special Districts Administrator Scott Harter introduced the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Matthew St. Clair. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.410:30 A.M. - (Sitting as the Board of Directors, Lake County Watershed Protection District) Consideration of a new Agricultural Well located In the Big Valley Groundwater Basin at 2999 Soda Bay Road APN: 008-010-24
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On March 28, 2022, Governor Newsom approved Executive Order N-7-22 which continued the State's declaration of an emergency due to drought conditions. This Order included a number of provisions directed towards the reduction of use and conservation of the State's water supplies. On February 13, 2023, this Executive Order was revised by Executive Order N-3-23, however one provision of the original Order related to new wells remained. Copies of both Executive Orders are attached for your information. Today's item is intended to introduce the requirements of the provision to your Board, discuss the details of the proposed well, and take action on the application.
Background Information
Order #9 of the Governor's Executive Order N-7-22 requires that all new wells proposed for groundwater basins that are subject to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act and ranked as either medium or high priority must have approval by the Groundwater Sustainability Agency managing the basin. Based on the requirements of the Order, the approval shall be a written verification of the following:
a. Groundwater extraction by the proposed well would not be inconsistent with any sustainable groundwater management program established in any applicable Groundwater Sustainability Plan, and it would not decrease the likelihood of achieving a sustainability goal for the basin covered by such a plan, and
b. The extraction of groundwater from the proposed well is:
(1) not likely to interfere with the production and functioning of existing nearby wells, and
(2) not likely to cause subsidence that would adversely impact or damage nearby infrastructure.
According to the information provided by the applicant, the proposed well will be located within the Big Valley Groundwater Basin, approximately 170 feet from the centerline of McGaugh Slough. The new well is intended for agricultural use, and it's expected to produce over 2 acre-feet of water per year. (This is noted because wells producing less than 2 acre-feet of water are exempt from the provision). The property where the new well is proposed is a pear orchard with an existing well for irrigation. The new well is intended to be a back-up to the existing well and it's intended to be a spare water supply in case the existing well becomes damaged or inoperable in any way. No expansion or change to the existing use is proposed.
The applicant provided a hydrology report prepared by Hurvitz Environmental, a geologic and environmental engineering consulting firm with experience writing these types of reports. Their report concluded that the proposed well will not have an impact on neighboring wells, nor will it create land subsidence. A copy of this report dated November 30, 2022, is attached for your information.
Because of the proposed use (spare water supply), the overall water use on the property will not increase, and as a result, staff feels the proposed well will not be inconsistent with the objectives of the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan (summarized below).
The goal of the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan (Plan) is as follows:
"Sustainable management of the groundwater resources of the Big Valley Basin for the long-term community, environmental, and economical benefits of existing and future residents and businesses in the Basin."
The sustainable management criteria (SMC) characterize the conditions that constitute sustainable groundwater management for the Big Valley Basin. The SMCs include "sustainability indicators" as measurement tools to gauge the health of the groundwater basin. A sustainability indicator is defined by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) as one of six effects caused by groundwater conditions that, when significant and unreasonable, cause the following undesirable results:
� Chronic lowering of groundwater levels indicating a significant and unreasonable
depletion of supply
� Significant and unreasonable reduction of groundwater storage
� Significant and unreasonable seawater intrusion
� Significant and unreasonable degraded water quality
� Significant and unreasonable land subsidence
� Depletions of interconnected surface water that have significant and unreasonable adverse impacts on beneficial uses of the surface water
Based on staff's review, we conclude that the hydrology report together with the fact that this is not a new or expanded use, provides suitable justification that the proposed well is consistent with the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan and it will not decrease the likelihood of achieving the Plan's sustainability goals.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors, sitting as the Board of Directors of the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agency, conclude that the proposed agricultural well for 2999 Soda Bay Road (APN: 008-010-24) is: a) not inconsistent with the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan and it will not decrease the likelihood of achieving sustainability in the Big Valley Basin, and b) the extraction of groundwater will not interfere with the production and functioning of nearby wells nor is it likely to create land subsidence.
On motion of Director Green concluded that the proposed agricultural well for 2999 Soda Bay Road (APN: 008-010-24) is: not inconsistent with the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan and it will not decrease the likelihood of achieving sustainability in the Big Valley Basin, and the extraction of groundwater will not interfere with the production and functioning of nearby wells nor is it likely to create land subsidence. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Directors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Water Resources Director Scott De Leon presented the item to the Board. Pat Scully, Deputy Water Resources Director Marina Deligiannis, and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Michael Wagner and Joan Moss. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.511:00 A.M. - Presentation of the Progress and Future Plans of Lake County Health Services Department’s Implementation of the California Advancing and Innovative Medi-Cal (Cal-AIM) Initiative
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Director Portney will present an update to your Board on the progress made by Lake County Health Services Department in implementing Cal-AIM. This presentation will provide an overview of the department's strategic plan, highlight key milestones, and outline its future plans.
Additionally, Director Portney will express his and the department's commitment to working collaboratively with other stakeholders to streamline processes, optimize service delivery and achieve better health outcomes for the community.
Recommended Action
None - presentation only
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Health Services Director Jonathan Portney presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Gillian Parrillo, Joan Moss, Licabet Casito, and Laura McAndrew Samuel. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Sending Letter to Congressman Thompson Regarding Possible Resolution in PG&E’s Proposed Decommissioning of Potter Valley Dam
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 3-0
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Your Board has consistently and steadfastly raised concerns over the potential adverse effects of the decommissioning and removal of Scott Dam proposed by PG&E. United States Congressman Mike Thompson recently approached County representatives to assist in furthering discussions related to PG&E's proposed decommissioning plan and has also encouraged County Supervisors and leadership to meet and share areas of priority for mitigation and restoration measures with other interested parties, should decommissioning and dam removal prove inevitable.
The enclosed letter has been prepared for your Board's consideration, reiterating your opposition to decommissioning, and describing anticipated categories of need, should dam removal occur. You Board has previously approved sending similar letters after discussion of the County's interests in open session. Your approval of this letter will assist the County in future communications with Congressman Thompson and other interested parties as it relates to this issue.
Staff recommends your Board Approve the Letter to Congressman Thompson, as written, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve the Letter to Congressman Thompson regarding possible resolution in PG&E's proposed decommissioning of Potter Valley Dam.
On motion of Supervisor approved Letter to Congressman Thompson Regarding Possible Resolution in PG&E's Proposed Decommissioning of Potter Valley Dam with the proposal from Mr. Rothstein to submit the verbiage to the Congressman and get all five signatures. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Michael Wagner. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. Closed Session
8.1Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Behavioral Health Director
Appointment of Behavioral Health Director
Closed Session Item
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: absent Green: aye Pyska: absent Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, moved to appoint Elise Jones as Behavioral Health Director subject to approval of California Department of Health Care Services Effective August 1, 2023 at Step 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Green, and Simon
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Crandell and Pyska
8.2Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9 (d)(1) – FERC Project No. 77, Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project
Closed Session Item
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda.
8.3Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Public Health Officer
Appointment of Public Health Officer
Closed Session Item