Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, December 19, 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
5.1Approve Letter of Support for The Konocti Fire Safe Council’s “Wildfire Prevention Education and Safety in the Soda Bay Corridor Communities” and authorize the Chair to sign
Letter
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 Lake Konocti Fire Safe Council, a non-profit 501(c)3, is applying for a CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention Grant. In total, this application requests $54,000 and includes:
� Creation of an effective educational program using an innovative approach to providing information to all residents of the Soda Bay Corridor using roadside portable, programmable, full-matrix message centers,
� The KFSC will acquire, program, place, store and maintain the message center equipment,
� Placement will take advantage of the one road that all residents must travel to enter and leave the area, and
� the Council will design, acquire, and place permanent evacuation signage at critical egress points across the area.
Attached is a Letter of Support, and we request Board Approval of this Letter, in support of the above-referenced project.
Recommended Action
Approve the Letter of Support for The Konocti Fire Safe Council's "Wildfire Prevention Education and Safety in the Soda Bay Corridor Communities" and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the Letter of Support for The Konocti Fire Safe Council's "Wildfire Prevention Education and Safety in the Soda Bay Corridor Communities" and authorized the 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. Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon 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.
5.2Ratify Letter of Support for CSA-2 Spring Valley Application for BRIC Funding for the Spring Valley Drought Resiliency Project
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Special Districts on behalf of CSA-2 Spring Valley submitted an application to FEMA for funding through the BRIC (Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities) program for the construction phase of the reservoir recovery. The application was due 12/13/23 and required a letter of support from the water district authorizing Special Districts to apply on its behalf. The attached letter was reviewed by the CAO and the Chair and submitted with the application packet last week. We are requesting the Board to ratify the action taken to support CSA-2 through the submittal of the letter.
Recommended Action
Ratify Letter of Support for CSA-2 Spring Valley Application for BRIC Funding for the Spring Valley Drought Resiliency Project
5.3Ratify the following Advisory Board Appointments for District 3 from the January 10, 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting:
East Region Town Hall - Pamela Kicenski
Upper Lake Cemetery District - Lynne Kary-Rana
Appointment
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In reviewing advisory board memberships for District 3, it came to my attention that although applications and requests for appointment had been on your Board agenda on January 10, 2023, there were some members that did not formally get appointed. The intention was for these public members to serve on these boards, so I am asking your Board to ratify the appointments today, effective January 10, 2023.
Pamela Kicenski serving on the East Region Town Hall
Lynne Kary-Rana serving on the Upper Lake Cemetery District Board of Trustees
Thank you.
Recommended Action
Ratify the following Advisory Board Appointments for District 3 from the January 10, 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting:
* East Region Town Hall - Pamela Kicenski
* Upper Lake Cemetery District - Lynne Kary-Rana
5.4Approve Letter Regarding Termination of Blue Shield Contract with Adventist Health and authorize the Chair to sign
Letter
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 December 1, 2023 the contract between Blue Shield and Adventist Health has been terminated forcing Blue Shield health insurance members to seek healthcare services elsewhere, including out of county.
With Lake County's health rankings close to the lowest ranking in the state, it is important for the Board of Supervisors to advocate for a both parties to come to a solution so continuity of care can be provided to those in need of health care services.
This letter does not choose a side between Blue Shield or Adventist Health, but demands that both parties come to an agreement for the community members we serve.
Recommended Action
Approve Letter Regarding Termination of Blue Shield Contract with Adventist Health and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the Letter Regarding Termination of Blue Shield Contract with Adventist Health and authorized the 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 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.
5.5a) Approve Budget Transfer in Budget Unit 1781 – for $10,432 from account 717.23-80 to Capital Asset account 717.62-74; and b) Amend the list of capital assets of Budget Unit 1781 for the 2023-2024 budget to include Two Washer/Dryer Combo Units and c) Create a capital asset in Budget Unit 4014 – Behavioral Health, account 740.62-72, for a Wolf Stove in the amount of $17,644.50 and authorize the Chair to the Board of Supervisors to sign
Action Item
pulled on consent
Motion carried · 3 motions
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
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
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
Supervisor Green pledged $25,000 to Public Services to assist with upgrading the shelter located at 1111 Whalen Ave, Lakeport. Public Services has been working with Behavioral Health and Administration to best spend the funds.
One of the upgrades is the purchase of two washer/dryer combo units. Since the price including installation, parts and tax are over the threshold of $5,000, the units are capital assets.
Pledge
$25,000
Washer/Dryer Combo Units
($10,432)
Tree/Stump Removal
($5,000)
Balance
$9,568
Behavioral Health is purchasing a long-range stove to replace the current unusable stove so meals may be prepared on site. To complete this, a capital asset needs to be created. The funds will be reallocated from the Southshore capital asset.
Staff recommends your board approves the budget transfer and amendment of the capital asset listing.
Recommended Action
a) Approve Budget Transfer in Budget Unit 1781 - for $10,432 from account 717.23-80 to Capital Asset account 717.62-74; and b) Amend the list of capital assets of Budget Unit 1781 for the 2023-2024 budget to include Two Washer/Dryer Combo Units and c) Create a capital asset in Budget Unit 4014 - Behavioral Health, account 740.62-72, for a Wolf Stove in the amount of $17,644.50 and authorize the Chair to the Board of Supervisors to sign
| Estimated Cost | $28,076.50 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $28,076.50 |
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Budget Transfer in Budget Unit 1781 - for $10,432 from account 717.23-80 to Capital Asset account 717.62-74. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, amended the list of capital assets of Budget Unit 1781 for the 2023-2024 budget to include Two Washer/Dryer Combo Units. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, created a capital asset in Budget Unit 4014 - Behavioral Health, account 740.62-72, for a Wolf Stove in the amount of $17,644.50 and authorized the Chair to the Board of Supervisors to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier introduced the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Fiscal Manager Christine Andrus and Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter 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.
5.6Approve Long Distance Travel to Washington DC for Katherine VanDerWall to attend the California Agricultural Commissioner and Sealers Association’s DC Delegation Trip Serving as the North Group Representative from March 16-22, 2024 for an amount not to exceed $4,600
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Please approve long distance travel to Washington DC for Katherine VanDerWall to attend the California Agricultural Commissioner and Sealers Association's DC Delegation Trip Serving as the North Group Representative from March 16-22, 2024 to meet with members of the 118th Congress and interact with agency offices including USDA, OMB, CBP, and EPA.
Recommended Action
Approve Long Distance Travel to Washington DC for Katherine VanDerWall to attend the California Agricultural Commissioner and Sealers Association's DC Delegation Trip Serving as the North Group Representative from March 16-22, 2024 for an amount not to exceed $4,600.
5.7Approve Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes from November 14, 2023 and November 28, 2023
Action Item
passed on consent
5.8Approve Addendum to Agreement between the County of Lake and Tyler Technologies to add additional services for an amount of $15,000; 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
Executive Summary
The Probation Department first contracted with Caseload Pro for case management software in 2013. Caseload Pro was purchased by Tyler Technologies in 2018, and the County of Lake and Tyler Technologies entered into a contract in March of 2020. Extensions to this contract were approved by this Board in 2022 and 2023.
In 2022, the Board approved an addendum to the contract in order to have the Tyler system communicate directly with the Superior Court's computer system in order to make Pre-Trial Services more productive. This service was funded by an agreement between the Probation Department and the Superior Court.
As the contract work has continued with Tyler Technologies, it was realized additional work is needed to make the process most efficient. This contract addendum is meant to cover any additional issues that may arise during the data exchange conversion.
Recommended Action
Approve Addendum to Agreement between the County of Lake and Tyler Technologies to add additional services for an amount of $15,000; and authorize the Chair to Sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Addendum to Agreement between the County of Lake and Tyler Technologies to add additional services for an amount of $15,000; 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: Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans 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 a Letter of Opposition to AB 702, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act and local Juvenile Justice Coordinating Councils 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
As your Board will be aware, AB 702, introduced by the Honorable Assemblymember Corey Jackson, proposes to enact three major changes to the funding and coordination of local juvenile justice system activities. It would redirect Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) funds, change the designated chair and overall composition of local Juvenile Justice Coordinating Councils (JJCC), and recast elements of required multiagency juvenile justice plans. Previous legislative efforts have proposed similar changes (and faced strong, well-grounded opposition), including AB 1007 (Jones-Sawyer, 2020) and SB 493 (Bradford, 2021)
Particularly in rural Counties, Chief Probation Officers and County Probation Departments play a crucial coordination role, ensuring system-involved youth facing personal inflection points have the services and support they need to promote the best possible outcomes.
If AB 702 were approved, as written, maintaining well-coordinated services and continuity of care would become much more difficult.
For the reasons described in the attached Letter, I ask that your Board Oppose AB 702.
This Letter has likewise been reviewed by Matthew Rothstein, Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer and Legislative Coordinator. Mr. Rothstein also recommends your Board approve the Letter of Opposition.
Recommended Action
Approve a Letter of Opposition to AB 702, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act and local Juvenile Justice Coordinating Councils and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved a Letter of Opposition to AB 702, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act and local Juvenile Justice Coordinating Councils 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. Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Ana Santana. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.10Approve the 2023-2024 Juvenile Justice Realignment Block Grant Plan
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
Each year, the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council (JJCC) is required to create a Plan about how juvenile justice dollars received by the County are spent pursuant to Government Code 30061. The Chief Probation Officer is the Chair of the JJCC. Attached is the most recent plan which we are seeking approval from by this Board.
Recommended Action
Approve the 2023-2024 Juvenile Justice Realignment Block Grant Plan
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the 2023-2024 Juvenile Justice Realignment Block Grant Plan as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans 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.
5.11Adopt Resolution authorizing the Public Services Director to sign the Notice of Completion for Work Performed under the Agreement for the Courthouse Roof Replacement Project.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On May, 3, 2022, the Board approved an agreement with BEST Contracting Services, Inc. in the amount of $791,000 for replacement of the Courthouse roof.
The project is complete and was done within the contract amount. Staff is requesting that the Board of Supervisors adopt the attached resolution authorizing the Public Services Director to sign the Notice of Completion.
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ? Infrastructure ? Technology Upgrades
? Economic Development ? Disaster Recovery ? County Workforce ? Revenue Generation
? Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake ? Cost Savings
Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution authorizing the Public Services Director to sign the Notice of Completion for Work Performed under the Agreement for the Courthouse Roof Replacement Project.
5.12(a) Approve Lake County Sheriff’s Office application for the Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant (Education) in the amount of $100,000 for “Operation Lake Co Ready”, a joint partnership between Lake County Sheriff’s Department Office of Emergency Services and the Lake County Fire Chief’s Association to fund prevention and preparedness outreach materials and community education events at local fire districts. (b) Authorize County Administrative Officer Parker to sign forms: STD19, STD21 and STD204.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services requests to submit a grant application to the Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant program for wildfire prevention education. The project will develop a comprehensive community education and outreach program to enhance wildfire prevention and awareness for those residing in very high and high fire hazard severity zones with an emphasis on reaching those who are not internet or social media consumers. Through outreach material development in English and Spanish, the Lake County Sheriff's Department Office of Emergency Services and the Fire Chief's Association will provide information and resources at multiple annual community events; as well as education and training with tangible, take-home supplies for participants (including fire extinguishers and hand tools). This program is modeled after the demonstrably successful South Lake Fire District.
All requested funds will be used for supplies to complete the project. There is no match requirement. The Lake County Fire Chief's Association submitted a letter of commitment to the project following a vote at its regular meeting with support from all fire districts. Letters of support have been received from the City of Lakeport and Lake County Health Services. The following provided verbal/e-mail support with the promise of a forthcoming letter of support: Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, Lucerne Area Revitalization Association, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Lake County Fire Safe Council, Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance (TERA) and Lake County Department of Social Services. The final application is due January 10, 2024.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve Lake County Sheriff's Office application for the Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant (Education) in the amount of $100,000 for "Operation Lake Co Ready", a joint partnership between Lake County Sheriff's Department Office of Emergency Services and the Lake County Fire Chief's Association to fund prevention and preparedness outreach materials and community education events at local fire districts. (b) Authorize County Administrative Officer Parker to sign forms: STD19, STD21 and STD204.
5.13Approve First Amendment to Contract between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for Differential Response Services, in the Amount of $107,000 from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 and $129,200 Per Fiscal Year from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Department of Social Services (LCDSS) has contracted with the Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) for the provision of Differential Response (DR) Services since 2007. DR services are community-based preventative activities designed to alleviate stress and to promote competency and behavior that will increase the ability of families to successfully nurture their children, to enable families to use other resources and opportunities that are available in the community, to create supportive networks that enhance childrearing abilities of parents, and to help compensate for the increased social isolation and vulnerability of families in an attempt to prevent entry or reentry with child welfare services. The current Contract between LCDSS and LCOE includes provisions for DR pathways 1 and 2.
This first amendment adds DR Pathway 3 to the Contract's Scope of Services. Pathway 3 is selected when clear instances of risk or harm to children have been noted, requiring more frequent contact between families and DR service providers, higher levels of direct assistance, and increased coordination between LCOE and relevant parties. The Contract's Compensation has been increased to reflect the wider range of services provided.
Recommended Action
Approve First Amendment to Contract between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for Differential Response Services, in the amount of $107,000 from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 and $129,200 per fiscal year from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $365,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $365,000 |
5.14Adopt Resolution authorizing the Department Head and/or Deputy Director of LCDSS to Apply for and Accept the County Allocation Award Under Round 5 of the Transitional Housing Program and Round 2 of the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program.
Resolution
passed 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 Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Program Encompasses several programs to prevent homelessness and secure and maintain housing for young adults aged 18 to 24 years, for those currently or formerly in the foster care or probation systems.
1. The THP program allocates grants to counties based on each count's percentage of the total statewide number of young adults aged 18 to 24 years, inclusive, in foster care or probation systems.
2. The HNMP program allocates grants to counties based on each county's percentage of that total statewide number of young adults aged 18 to 24 years of age, inclusive, currently or formerly in the foster care system.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution authorizing the Department Head and/or Deputy Director of LCDSS to apply for and accept the county allocation award under Round 5 of the Transitional Housing Program and Round 2 of the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.14 with the exception of items 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, 5.8, 5.9, and 5.10. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
6. Timed Items
6.19:06 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Justin Quayle, Skiela Laiwa, Ana Santana, and City of Lakeport Mayor Stacey Mattina spoke.
6.29:07 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Serena Copas presented the pet of the week to the Board.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.39:10 A.M. - Consideration of Report to the Board of Supervisors explaining the emergency conditions that necessitated the summary abatement for the property located at 3025 Spring Valley Rd / APN# 062-331-04
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On December 8, 2023, Code Enforcement requested and was granted a summary abatement pursuant to Lake County Code Chapter 5 and 13 of the Lake County Code to remove and disconnect all electric in direct contact with the ground and electric not in compliance with the code which creates a fire risk, including exposed wiring, solar panels, transformers, surge protectors, and car batteries occurring at/on 3025 Spring Valley Rd, Clearlake Oaks (property). Pursuant to Chapter 5, Article IX, Section 5-42.2 of the Lake County Code, "The Director shall provide a report to the Board of Supervisors at the next scheduled meeting explaining the emergency conditions that necessitated the summary abatement."
Facts leading to request for summary abatement:
Between November 13, 2023 to December 4, 2023, Code Enforcement received three (3) separate online complaints alleging persons moved two (2) recreational vehicles onto the property and are living in them, along with chickens with no fencing; the persons are using a campfire to cook and stay warm; there is an inoperable truck and junk spread along the fence line; concerns about a lack of septic and disposal of human waste.
On December 5, 2023, Code Officer Chris Colen and Code Enforcement Manager Marcus Beltramo conducted a site visit to the subject property. The property is a vacant lot, with two recreational vehicles situated on it. Observed on the property was unpermitted electrical, including solar panels propped on a propane tanks, wiring laying on the ground, connected to transformers and car batteries, and surge protectors and wiring dangling outside of one of the RVs. The immediate issues creating a potential fire risk was exposed wiring that was not covered or in a conduit in direct contact with the ground connected to a power source and jumper cables laying on the ground connected to a power sources that. (Attachment A - Site Photos)
Summary abatement:
On December 8, 2023, a 48 Hour Summary Abatement was posted at the property citing the following violation(s): (Attachment B)
Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1 of the Lake County Code: (4) Any condition dangerous to human life, unsafe, or detrimental to the public health or safety;
Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1 of the Lake County Code: (5) Any use of land, buildings, or premises established, operated, or maintained contrary to the provisions of Chapters 5, 9, 13, 21 of this Code;
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 5-4F, California Fire Code Chapter 6, Section 603.2 - Conditions that constitute an electrical shock or fire hazard shall be abated.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 5-4F, California Fire Code Chapter 6, Section 603.2.1 - Electrical wiring, devices, equipment and appliances that are modified or damage, constitute an electrical shock or fire hazard, shall not be used until repaired or replaced in accordance with this code.
Chapter 5, Article I, Section 5-4F, California Fire Code Chapter 6, Section 603.2.2 - Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes.
On December 11, 2023, Code Enforcement, along with a Lake County building inspector and assisted by Lake County Sheriff Deputies visited the subject property to conduct the summary abatement. It was determined by a Lake County Building Inspector the immediate unpermitted electrical violations had been abated. A Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate was issued against the property for the remaining violations of the Lake County Code. (Attachment C - Site Photos.)
Recommended Action
Staff does not have a recommendation for the Board of Supervisors as the current proceeding / report is a statutory requirement and does not require an action by the Board of Supervisors.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner introduced the item to the Board. Code Enforcement Manager Marcus Beltramo presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano 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.
6.49:20 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation on the Multi-County Agency Full Functional Evacuation Shelter Exercise
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Today's presentation to your Board is on the Multi-County Agency Full Functional Evacuation Shelter Exercise, coordinated by the Health Services Department at the Twin Pine Event Center. The exercise gave the Department of Social Services, Behavioral Health Services Department, Lake County Office of Emergency Services, Health Services Department, Department of Animal Care and Control, the Lake County Medical Reserve Corps, and American Red Cross the opportunity to practice response, setup, and running a County evacuation shelter for a wildland fire scenario. With over 50 people in attendance from the above agencies, the exercise gave each agency the opportunity to practice their roles in this type of scenario.
Recommended Action
No action, presentation only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Dean Eichelmann and Staff Services Analyst Christine Hannigan presented the item to the Board.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Betsy Cawn. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.510:00 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation for Overview of Grant Award from the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research under the Adaptation Planning Grant Program
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
You will recall that in March 2023, your Board approved submission of an Adaptation Planning Grant Program (APGP) application to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) with the County of Lake as lead applicant. The grant application was successful, and our partnership was awarded $649,350 with the contract executed on October 9, 2023.
Work under the grant will be performed as a partnership between the County of Lake, the Lake County Risk Reduction Authority JPA (RRA), and the Lake County Resource Conservation District (RCD), including the Lake County Fire Safe Council and subcontractors of the RCD.
Grant partners will be available to answer any questions you may have.
Recommended Action
No action, presentation only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Deputy Community Development Director Shannon Walker-Smith and Community Development Director Mireya Turner 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.
6.610:30 A.M. - Consideration of LG Sonic Proposal
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
On June 13, 2023 an item was brought to the Board of Supervisors introducing the LG Sonic technology to abate toxic algae blooms in Clear Lake, more specifically in the Clearlake and Clearlake Oaks arms of Clear Lake. These areas are known to have the highest levels of cyanobacteria and the highest accumulation of algae blooms around the lake.
Conversations with both LG Sonic and Water Resources has continued to try to bring a better offer and opportunity to the Board of Supervisors. In speaking with Water Resources, due to the project scope being the same as what was approved by the Blue Ribbon Committee, the scope of the project has not changed. 28 LG Sonic buoys will be located within the project scope to treat the lake for algae. 8 of those buoys would collect data to help Water Resources and other agencies better understand our lake and have earlier detection of cyanobacteria levels.
The cost for the project is still approximately $1,509,020 million for installation and purchase of all 28 buoys. However, a new negotiated term is being brought to the Board for discussion. LG Sonic has agreed to a three-year payment plan.
Year 1 - $754,510 / Year 2 - $399,215 / Year 3 - $399,215
In the unfortunate case that performance of the LG Sonic Buoys does not meet our expectations, instead of paying Year 3, we would give back the buoys except for the 8 buoys that collect data. This would be a loss of $752,925 over the course of two years.
If the LG Sonic buoys work as anticipated in reducing algae and algae blooms in Clear Lake, the buoys have a 15-20 year lifespan providing us a cleaner lake at a cost of approximately $75,451 - $100,601 per year. In comparison, the aquatic weed abatement contract we approve annually to provide safe boating lanes from public docks and ramps costs us $225,000 for a single year as of our last 2023 contract.
Algae contributes to a negative economy, a negative experience for visitors, and a potential health hazard.
Recommended Action
Provide direction to staff to return with funding resolution and contract.
Direction was given to staff to return with an agreement.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to reopen the item. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Supervisors Sabatier and Supervisor Crandell presented the item to the Board. Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter and County Administrative Officer Susan Parker.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Betsy Cawn. Supervisor Sabatier read public input from Clearlake City Manager Alan Flora. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.711:00 A.M. - a) Consideration of Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Real Property Located at of 5245 3rd St. Kelseyville, CA 95451 for the Continued Purpose of a Kelseyville Senior and Event Center; and b) Consideration of Real Property Purchase and Sale Agreement contingent upon approval of the General Plan Conformity Report; and c) Consideration of Lease Agreement Between the County of Lake and Kelseyville Seniors INC., and Authorize Chair to Sign.
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
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
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
The community of Kelseyville is one of the few major communities in Lake County which does not have a full-scale senior citizens center. The current "center" is a very small County-owned building which contains space for little more than an office. There are limited food services provided at this facility.
The purchase and renovation of the Kelseyville Senior Center is funded entirely by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). ARPA has allowed for contributions toward senior centers around the lake. The County of Lake has had a Security Agreement on the Kelseyville Senior Center since 2002 so it was in the best interest of the residents and the county to purchase the senior center.
Administration has been working diligently with Kelseyville Senior Center Inc. to ensure the purchase, and subsequent lease agreement, to allow for a seamless transition with no loss of services. The purchase of the Kelseyville Senior Center will allow for the development of a sustainable senior citizens center which would serve the entire Kelseyville area, including the Rivieras, Buckingham and portions of Cobb. Lake County will continue to provide opportunities for senior services in the Kelseyville area.
The purchase of the Kelseyville Senior Center is contingent upon Planning Commission approval of General Plan Conformity Report which is scheduled for December 14, 2023.
Recommended Action
a.) Adopt Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Real Property Located at of 5245 3rd St. Kelseyville, CA 95451 for the Continued Purpose of a Kelseyville Senior and Event Center, b.) Approve Real Property Purchase and Sale Agreement contingent upon approval of the General Plan Conformity Report, and c.) Approve Lease Agreement Between the County of Lake and Kelseyville Seniors INC., and Authorize Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $117,795 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $117,795 |
Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved Real Property Purchase and Sale Agreement contingent upon approval of the General Plan Conformity Report. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved Lease Agreement Between the County of Lake and Kelseyville Seniors INC., and Authorize Chair to Sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Elizabeth Larson. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.811:30 A.M. - PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of Proposed Negative Declaration (IS 23-03), General Plan Amendment (GPAP 23-01), and Rezone (RZ 23-01) for Reynolds System, Inc., to Change the General Plan Designation of a Portion of the Parcel from Rural Lands to Industrial, and Rezone a Portion of the Parcel from Rural Lands to Heavy Industrial; Location: 18649 CA State Highway 175, Middletown (APN: 013-046-04)
Public Hearing
Motion carried · 2 motions
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
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
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The applicant requests a Rezone and a General Plan Amendment for a +145-acre parcel located at 18649 Hwy 175, Middletown. The Planning Commission reviewed this application on September 28, 2023, and approved a recommendation for approval of the Rezone and General Plan Amendment to the Board of Supervisors.
The Project Parcel has been divided into three General Plan land use designations: Rural Lands, which covers most of the parcel; Resource Conservation, which applies to the creek that runs through the middle of the property; and Industrial, located on the lower east side of the parcel. The property has two base zones: Rural Lands and Heavy Industrial. Additionally, there are three overlays in place: Waterway Combining District, Scenic Combining District, and Design Review Combining District.
In 2009 the applicant received approval for a Rezone and General Plan Amendment for the Industrial portion of the property. However, due to an error on the part of the County, the action was recorded in the wrong location. Now, the applicant would like to rectify this mistake and expand the Industrial portion of the property to allow for future expansion of its current use as a manufacturing facility.
On September 28, 2023, the Planning Commission reviewed this proposal. The Planning Commission approved a recommendation for approval of the Rezone and General Plan Amendment to the Board of Supervisors. However, the Planning Commission inadvertently omitted the adoption of the Negative Declaration. The adoption of the Negative Declaration is included in the recommended actions below.
The Board continued this item from its meeting on November 28, 2023, due to an inadvertent omission of posting the draft ordinance. A typographical error on the previous draft zoning map has also been corrected.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends the following actions:
A. Adopt a Negative Declaration (IS 23-03) based on the following findings:
1. The rezoning is consistent with the Lake County General Plan, Middletown Area Plan, and the Lake County Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the uses intended on the subject site is compatible with the existing zoning
3. The project will not result in the conversion of agricultural lands into a land use designation that precludes agriculture uses.
4. The project will not result in the need for increased public services.
5. The rezoning will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact and a negative declaration with no new mitigation measures.
B. Approve the General Plan Amendment (GPAP 23-01) for the following reasons:
1. The amendment is consistent with the Lake County General Plan and the Middletown Area Plan.
2. The project will not result in the conversion of agricultural lands into a land use designation that precludes agricultural uses.
3. The project will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact, a negative declaration has been adopted.
4. All existing General Plan designations will remain unchanged.
C. Approve Rezone (RZ 23-01) for the following reasons:
1. The rezoning is consistent with the Lake County General Plan, Middletown Area Plan, and the Lake County Zoning Ordinance.
2. That the use intended on the subject site is compatible with existing zoning.
3. The project will not result in the conversion of agricultural lands into a land use designation that precludes agricultural uses.
4. All existing combining districts will remain unchanged.
5. The project will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact.
SAMPLE MOTIONS:
NEGATIVE DECLARATION (IS 23-03)
I move that the Board of Supervisors adopt the Negative Declaration (IS 23-03) for Reynolds Systems, Inc. for the property located at 18649 CA State Hwy 175, Middletown, (APN: 013-064-04), based on the findings set forth in the Board Memorandum dated November 28, 2023.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT APPROVAL
I move that the Board of Supervisors make a motion to adopt the General Plan Amendment (GPAP 23-01) for Reynolds Systems, Inc. located at 18649 CA State Hwy 175, Middletown (APN: 013-064-04), based on the findings set forth in the Board Memorandum, dated November 28, 2023.
REZONE APPROVAL
(This action should not be taken until after the Board has adopted the general plan amendment)
I move that the reading of the ordinance be waived, and the title only be read.
I offer the ordinance.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, adopted the negative declaration IS 23-03 for Reynolds System Inc. for the property located at 18649 CA State Hwy 175, Middletown APN 013-064-04 based on the findings of the Board Memorandum dated December 19, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Supervisor Sabatier offered resolution as amended and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, waived the reading of the ordinance to be read in title only. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Supervisor Sabatier offered ordinance as amended based on the findings set forth in the Board Memorandum dated December 19, 2023 and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Green, and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Assistant Planner Trish Turner presented the PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Pyska asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Betsy Cawn. 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 Presentation of the Compliance and Fiscal Audit of the Elijah House Foundation
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Following Elijah House ceasing emergency shelter operations at the former juvenile hall, several community members raised questions regarding the contract and related obligations. At the September 27, 2022, board meeting, your board directed staff to contract with an external auditor to perform a compliance and fiscal audit.
Quotes were requested from several audit companies to perform the audit of the Elijah House Foundation and unfortunately, no quotes were received. It was decided the Continuum of Care would perform the reporting portion of the compliance audit while the Administration office would perform the fiscal audit, which included review of 100% of the documentation.
Ultimately, the audit took longer than expected to finish for the following reasons: staff turnover, lack of response from Elijah House for documentation requests and inconsistency with reporting methods.
After a thorough audit, it has been determined by the state audit of the ESG grant that Elijah House will need to repay $3,983.55 for Rapid Rehousing. The activity is an allowed activity; however Elijah House was not able to provide the required data points and documentation to justify the expense. All other costs have been validated and do not need to be repaid.
Recommended Action
Presentation of the Compliance and Fiscal Audit of the Elijah House Foundation
There was Board Consensus to present the information to the Continuum of Care.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno presented the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Program Manager Scott Abbott, Behavioral Health Senior Staff Analyst Melissa Kopf, and Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter 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.