Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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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 May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Designating May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
WHEREAS, according to the National Crime Justice Training Center Missing and Murdered Native Women are two and a half times more likely to experience violent crimes and two times more likely to experience rape or sexual assault crimes in their lifetime and make up 40% of victims of sex trafficking, and experience rape at the rate of one in every three; and
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease and Control, American Indian/ Alaskan Native Men are two and half times more likely to experience violent crimes and 45.3% experienced rape, physical violence and or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime; and
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease and Control, more than 4/5 of American Indian/Alaskan Native Men and Women have already experienced violence in their lifetime, and homicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among 1-19 year-olds, and the 4th leading cause of death among males 20-44 year-olds; and the 6th leading causes of death for women 20-44 year-olds; and
WHEREAS, the National Crime Information Center Missing and Unidentified Persons statistics from 2022 accounted for 5,487 indigenous missing person incidents, 4,251 of those under the age of 20, 1,236 over the age of 21, and at the end of 2022, 1,593 of the cases were still open; and
WHEREAS, in 2020 Savannah's Act and the Not Invisible Act were signed into Federal law to address a lack of data and to improve law enforcement coordination to address the number of missing and murdered indigenous women and people; and
WHEREAS, the area known as Lake County has been developed upon the ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples who have continuously inhabited, utilized, and stewarded the land since time immemorial and is also the home to 7 Federally recognized tribes: Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Elem Indian Colony, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Koi Nation of Northern California, Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California, Robinson Rancheria of Pomo Indians and Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake is committed to commemorating the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media and demonstrate solidarity with the families of victims in light of those tragedies and recognizing there is more work to be done to address this nationwide crisis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake, hereby designates May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
5.2Adopt Proclamation Designating May 1-7, 2024 as Elks National Youth Week in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
5.3Adopt Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Lupus Awareness Month and May 10th, 2024 as Lupus Awareness Day
Proclamation
passed on consent
5.4Adopt Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Community Action Month and Recognizing Their 60th Anniversary
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Community Action Month and Recognizing Their 60th Anniversary
5.5Adopt Proclamation Designating May 4, 2024, As Wildfire Community Preparedness Day in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, wildfire significantly impacts Lake County's environmental, economic, and social well-being and can occur during any month; and
WHEREAS, residents of Lake County's fire-prone communities must accept responsibility for living in high fire-hazard areas; and
WHEREAS, residents, property owners, utility providers, evacuation corridor owners, and essential services providers must prepare to survive wildfire by ensuring proper management of vegetation and debris surrounding their locations and must stay continuously vigilant throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, residents, citizens, and guests should take protective actions immediately during a wildfire or any other emergency to keep themselves safe; and
WHEREAS, Zone 0 is the Ember-Resistant Zone which extends 5 feet from buildings and has been proven by science to be the most important of all defensible space zones and is designed to keep fire or embers from igniting materials that can spread fire to your home; and
WHEREAS, using hardscape materials for landscaping, removing all dead or dying vegetation, removing all branches within 10 feet of any chimney or stovepipe outlet, limiting combustible items on top of decks, relocating firewood and lumber to Zone 2, and replacing combustible fencing attached to the home with noncombustible alternatives are some examples for clearing Zone 0; and
WHEREAS, residents and property owners are requested to create 100 feet of defensible space, reduce fuels, have their address clearly posted, have a wildfire "Ready Set Go" plan, prepare for extended periods without electricity; and
WHEREAS, residents and property owners are required to follow Article VIII to Chapter 13 of the Lake County Code regarding Hazardous Vegetation and/or Combustible Material which requires that defensible space protections are accomplished on those portions of unimproved parcels adjacent to improved parcels and along roadways; and
WHEREAS, utility providers (Phone, Cable, Fiber, Electrical, et al) are requested to create defensible space and remove all fuels within 100 feet of infrastructure stations, transmission line systems earth to sky and have their address clearly posted; and
WHEREAS, evacuation and roadway corridor owners (Federal, State, County, City, Private) are requested to create defensible space, limb up ladder fuels 10 feet, reduce and or remove all fuels within 100 feet of roadways; and
WHEREAS, essential services providers (Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Fire Stations, Police Stations, Government Facilities, Senior Centers, Care and Shelter locations), are requested to create defensible space and reduce and or remove all fuels within 100 feet of their infrastructure, have their address clearly posted, and prepare for extended periods without electricity.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Lake County Board of Supervisors in partnership with the Lake County Fire Chiefs' Association and the Lake County Community Risk Reduction Authority supports May 4, 2024, as Wildfire Community Preparedness Day in Lake County.
- What You Do Makes a Difference -
Wildfire Knows No Season!
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating May 4, 2024, As Wildfire Community Preparedness Day in Lake County
5.6Adopt Resolution Approving Agreement No.24-7306-0256-RA with the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, for the amount of $ 137,317.48
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I would like to ask the Board to adopt the attached Resolution which approves the Financial Plan between Lake County and USDA APHIS Wildlife Services for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Wildlife Services maintains an integrated wildlife damage management program in Lake County to protect residents, property, livestock, crops, and natural resources from damage caused by predators and other nuisance wildlife while providing Federal leadership in managing these issues. Federal Wildlife Specialists work cooperatively with State Fish and Wildlife when managing wildlife problems and strive to reduce damage caused by wildlife to the lowest possible levels while at the same time reducing wildlife mortality.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Approving Agreement No.24-7306-0256-RA
with the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services for July 1, 2024, through June
30, 2025, for the amount of $ 137,317.48.
5.7Approve waiver of the 900-hour limitation for Animal Care and Control employee Ashley Vasquez Higuera.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Ashley works in the Animal Care and Control kennels and office and has worked extra hours while we were short staffed in both areas of our facility. Ashley was used to help cover short shifts and train new staff. Animal Care and Control is still recruiting, hiring, and training for 2 more 900-hour extra help positions. Since Ashley's position is integral to the care of animals and assisting the public, we are requesting a waiver of the 900-hour limit to provide continual service through the fiscal year. There is enough budgeted due to salary savings from vacant positions.
The hours worked will not exceed 999 hour.
Recommended Action
Animal Care and Control recommends approving the waiver of the 900-hour limit for Ashley Vasquez Higuera.
| Estimated Cost | $2,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $2,000 |
5.8a) Approve Reissuance of Property Tax Refund Check from FY 20/21 in the amount of $37.78 issued to VNMSDW LLC; and b) Approve Reissuance of Property Tax Refund Check from FY16/17 in the amount of $483.16 issued to Barbara Ringen Treasurer Tax Collector FBO Rodrigo & Josephine Trustee
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Auditor-Controller's office has received two requests to reissue checks that were not cashed within six months of the date of issuance and are now void.
A) Check number 806712 was a supplemental tax refund in the amount of $37.78, issued to VNMSDW LLC on 09/4/2020. The check was misplaced and when found had exceeded the applicable reissue timeframe. The check was canceled on 05/28/2021 due to stale date. Attached is the supporting documentation for this request.
B) Check number 737713 was a supplemental tax refund in the amount of $483.16, issued to Barbara Ringen Treasurer Tax Collector FBO Rodrigo & Josephine Trustee on 10/17/2016. At the time of check issuance, the property owner had unpaid taxes therefore the refund was intercepted by the Treasurer-Tax Collector. This check was canceled on 02/28/2018 due to stale date. Since this time, the taxes have been paid and a refund is due to the property owners, Rodrigo & Josephine Vargas.
Government Code �29802 sets guidelines by which the Auditor-Controller or your Board may authorize replacement for void checks. The date of the checks falls outside the two-year timeframe allowable for the Auditor-Controller to approve reissuance; therefore, I respectfully request your approval to reissue the checks for VNMSDW LLC and Rodrigo & Josephine Vargas.
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)
? Other (Please describe in Executive Summary)
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ? Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
? Economic Development ? Infrastructure ? County Workforce
? Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake
Recommended Action
a) Approve Reissuance of Property Tax Refund Check from FY 20/21 in the amount of $37.78 issued to VNMSDW LLC; and b) Approve Reissuance of Property Tax Refund Check from FY16/17 in the amount of $483.16 issued to Barbara Ringen Treasurer Tax Collector FBO Rodrigo & Josephine Vargas
5.9Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 as Mental Health Matters Month
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Every day, millions of people face stigma related to mental illness, causing many to face their mental health challenges for years without help. Each May, Mental Health Matters Month provides the opportunity for everyone to come together to illuminate mental health awareness to stop the stigma. Bringing forth this awareness is crucial to helping people reach out for the assistance they deserve.
WHEREAS, mental health challenges are one of the most common health conditions in California, affecting one out of seven adults, and one out of fourteen youth, and impacting both the person experiencing mental health challenges and those persons who care and love the person facing the challenge; and
WHEREAS, one out of every twenty-six Californian's with a serious mental illness have difficulty functioning in everyday life and if left untreated, have life expectancies 25 years shorter than the general population; and
WHEREAS, every day, millions of people face stigma related to mental health and may feel isolated and alone, going years before receiving any help; and
WHEREAS, recovery can and does happen, and all Californians should know that support and help is available regardless of any individual's situation; and
WHEREAS, creating a community where everyone feels comfortable reaching out for the support they deserve is crucial to ending the stigma around mental health; and
WHEREAS, access to support and ending the stigma is of paramount importance; and
WHEREAS, Lake County Behavioral Health Services wishes to enhance public awareness of mental health now.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake join with the Department of Behavioral Health Services and do hereby designate the month of May 2024 as Mental Health Matters Month in Lake County.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 as Mental Health Matters Month.
5.10Approve Travel of Over 1,500 Miles for Lake County Behavioral Health Services Staff Member Wendy Gattoni to Attend an All-Expenses-Paid Training in Portland, Oregon from June 3, 2024 through June 6, 2024
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Staff Member Wendy Gattoni is a Parent Partner Specialist recently hired with LCBHS. The Lake County Probation Department reached out with an opportunity to attend a training to learn to facilitate Positive Indian Parenting classes in Lake County. This training is part of the County's Comprehensive Prevention Plan led by Resilient Lake County.
Ms. Gattoni will Depart from Sacramento on 06/03/2024 to Portland, Oregon, and return on 06/06/2024. All expenses are paid for this trip through CLPCCD.
Recommended Action
Approve Travel of Over 1,500 Miles for Lake County Behavioral Health Services Staff Member Wendy Gattoni to Attend an All-Expenses-Paid Training in Portland, Oregon from June 3, 2024 through June 6, 2024.
5.11Approve Board of Supervisors Minutes February 6, 2024 and April 16, 2024
Agreement
passed on consent
5.12Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117, Establishing Position Allocations for FY 2023-2024, Budget Unit 2702 (Planning), to delete one Cannabis Program Manager, and add one Senior Planner Allocation.
Resolution
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Staff requests the Board adopt resolution to amend the position allocation for Budget Unit 2702 Planning Division. We propose to delete one (1) Cannabis Program Manager and add one (1) Senior Planner allocation.
Over the last 18 months, Staff education, experience, and capacity have increased to the level that all permit applications, both cannabis-related and other permit types, as well as the annual cannabis compliance monitoring visits, can be managed in-house by our Planning Staff. With the larger, and more complex current Planning projects, including but not limited to the LakeCounty2050 Update and the Maha Guenoc Valley Multi-Use Development, one additional experienced Planner would be very helpful.
Staff recommends the Board adopt the Resolution to amend the position allocation for Budget Unit 2702 Planning Division, to delete the Cannabis Program Manager position, and add one Senior Planner position.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117, Establishing Position Allocations for FY 2023-2024, Budget Unit 2702 (Planning), to delete one Cannabis Program Manager, and add one Senior Planner Allocation.
Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Green introduced the item to the Board. Community Development Director Mireya Turner spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Margaux Kumbara and John Hess. The following person spoke via Zoom: Donna Mackiewicz. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.13Approve Request to Close Health Services offices from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2024, October 10, 2024, and December 5, 2024 for All-Staff Training
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
We respectfully request the Board's approval to close all Health Services offices to the public on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Thursday, October 10, 2024, and Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for All-Staff Training.
The training plan for each date will have a different focus.
June 18, 2024, focuses on Cultural Humility and Equity with training around DEI Awareness, Health Equity, Language Resources, LGBTQ+ Awareness, and Indigenous Populations.
October 10, 2024, focuses on Emergency Preparedness, with Emergency Drills, PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) Training, Respiratory Protection, and Safety Reviews.
December 5, 2024, focuses on Compliance Requirements with Mandatory Reporter Requirements review, Department Policies and Procedures review, Screenings, and Local Resources Awareness.
The Public Health Officer and management staff remain on call during this time to respond as needed to emergent situations.
Your approval of this request will allow for timely training and team-building.
Recommended Action
Approve Request to Close Health Services offices from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2024, October 10, 2024, and December 5, 2024, for All-Staff Training
5.14Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Budget Unit No. 4012 Health Administration
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This position allocation resolution will add one Facilities Maintenance Worker I/II/Sr. allocation to budget unit 4012 to support Health Services building maintenance needs.
This position is currently an Extra Help role. We hope to make it permanent and expand its duties to include maintenance projects, tracking and arranging required vehicle maintenance, providing janitorial services, and serving as a liaison with partners when projects are outside the scope of the role.
This position will be funded partly by salary savings from the existing extra help role, other Health Admin salary savings, as well as with savings from existing contracted services.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Budget Unit No. 4012 Health Administration
5.15Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Budget Unit No. 4011 Public Health.
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This position allocation resolution will add two Health Program Coordinator allocations to budget unit 4011 to support the SafeRx, California Children's Services (CCS), and Medical Therapy Programs (MTP).
The SafeRx functions are currently coordinated by our Deputy Public Health Director in collaboration with an AmeriCorps Vista. Adding this allocation will allow staff to return to assigned duties while supporting consistency in the program. The SafeRx allocation will be fully funded by existing SafeRx grant funds.
The CCS and MTP programs require additional coordination and administrative support to maintain compliance with state requirements, coordinate clinic days, and train others. Currently, a Health Admin Staff Services Analyst (SSA) is filling in this role while also working to maintain current grant reporting required of their permanent position, creating an overtime burden. Adding this allocation will allow the SSA to return to Admin/grant reporting duties while allowing us to fill this urgently needed role. This allocation will be funded by the CCS & MTP programs at a percentage, with other grant funding (Future of Public Health) covering the remainder.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2023-117 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Budget Unit No. 4011 Public Health
5.16Approve Long Distance Travel to the National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies for Eva Lara and Chelsea Perez being held in New Orleans, Louisiana September 8th through 11th, 2024 in an amount not to exceed $5,000
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies Annual Conference and Training Institute is being held in New Orleans, Louisiana September 8th through 11th, 2024. Officers Lara and Perez handle all pretrial cases for the Probation Department and this conference is the premier training for pretrial services. Because of the distance of the conference, the officers may need to travel the day before and the day after depending on the timing of the classes.
The Probation Pretrial Unit is the newest unit in the Department and there is currently no other local training of this caliber.
Pursuant to the County of Lake Travel Policy 15-1.3(D), I respectfully request your Board's approval for Eva Lara and Chelsea Perez to travel out of State to attend the National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies Annual Conference and Training Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Recommended Action
Approve Long Distance Travel to the National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies for Eva Lara and Chelsea Perez being held in New Orleans, Louisiana September 8th through 11th, 2024.
5.17Approve Award of Bid for the Nice Lucerne Cutoff Asphalt Rehabilitation Project; Bid No. 24-16 Federal Project No: CRASL-5914(126) with Lamon Construction Inc. in the amount of $210,215.20 and Authorize the Chair to Sign the Notice of Award and Agreement.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Purchasing Department publicly opened bids for the subject project on Friday, March 21, 2024. Three (3) bids were received, and the apparent lowest responsible bidder was Lamon Construction Co., Inc. Please refer to the attached bid tabulation.
The project is fully funded from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 - Covid Relief Program. The scope of the project is a 2" and 2-1/2" mill and fill on Nice-Lucerne Cutoff from Lyons Road to the intersection at Lakeshore Blvd. The mill and fill will be followed by traffic striping, pavement markings, and final cleanup along the 1041LF of the project.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors award the Contract for the Nice-Lucerne Cuttoff Rd. Asphalt Rehabilitation to Lamon Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $210,215.20 and authorize the Chair to execute the Agreement and execute the attached Notice of Award.
5.18Approve Award of Bid for the Socrates Mine Road Stabilization Project, Bid No. 23-13 with Gregg Simpson Trucking and Construction in the Amount of $1,075,961.35 and Authorize the Chair to Sign the Notice of Award and Agreement
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Purchasing Department publicly opened bids for the subject project on Friday, March 29, 2024. Six (6) bids were received, and the apparent lowest responsible bidder was Gregg Simpson Trucking and Construction. Please refer to the attached bid tabulation.
The project is fully funded from the Cal OES (Office of Environmental Services). The scope of the project is clean up and repair two landslide damaged sections of Socrates Mine Rd. by installing new culvert pipe and constructing a pier wall to retain the road.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors award the Contract for the Socrates Mine Road Landslide Repair to Gregg Simpson Trucking and Construction in the amount of $1,075,961.35 and authorize the Chair to execute the Agreement and execute the attached Notice of Award
5.19Adopt Proclamation Designating the Week of May 5-11, 2024 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 5-11, 2024 AS CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS WEEK
WHEREAS, the operation of correctional and detention facilities housing millions of prisoners and detainees throughout the Nation represents a crucial component of our Criminal Justice System; and
WHEREAS, no public servant has a more difficult or less publicly visible job than the men and women who ensure the safety, containment, and control of the human beings charged to their care, while sustaining uncompromised regard for their dignity and constitutional rights; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel must remain constantly vigilant in terms of their own safety, as well as protecting inmates from the violence of other prisoners and at time, from inflicting harm on themselves; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel are charged with protecting the rights of the public and safeguarding the public from the criminals in their custody while at the same time, encouraging such prisoners to develop skills and attitudes that can help them become productive members of society after their release; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel work under demanding circumstances and face danger in their daily work lives, often sacrificing personal and family time to provide a necessary, but often thankless and unrecognized service to the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED the County of Lake Board of Supervisors designates the week of May 5 -11, 2024, as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County and encourages all citizens of Lake County to join in recognizing the commitment of all custody staff who maintain the safety and security of our correctional and detention facilities.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation designating the week of May 5-11, 2024 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County
5.20(a) Approve the purchase of a 2024 Honda Pioneer 700-4 Utility Terrain Vehicle, for use by the Search and Rescue Team, and (b) authorize attached budget transfer and (c) authorize the Sheriff or his designee to sign the purchase order.
Action Item
pulled on consent
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
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 Pyska
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 Sheriff's Office is requesting the Board of Supervisors authorize the purchase of a 2024 Honda Pioneer 700-4, a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) for use by the Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team.
The Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team responds to approximately twenty (20) searches each year in Lake County. The majority of these searches are in rural areas and forest lands of the county. Off highway vehicles such as this UTV are used for searching vast areas of roads and trails in a fraction of the time that it would take ground searchers to cover the same area. Additionally, this UTV offers the ability to transport search teams to their designated search areas that are not accessible by trucks, and also to be able to extract missing, lost, or injured citizens back to safety.
A request for bid was issued to three (3) vendors on March 18, 2024, a copy of which is attached for your review. Three (3) bids were received and the outcome is as follows:
Motosports of Ukiah - $18,352.74
Hillside Powersports Marine - $21,037.65
Factory Powersports - $20,926.29
Funding for this purchase is budgeted in the Sheriff's Search and Rescue budget 2218, object code 62.74. These monies were received through donations and this purchase is not being purchased with county general funds. An internal budget transfer is attached for your approval.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve the purchase of a 2024 Honda Pioneer 700-4 Utility Terrain Vehicle, for use by the Search and Rescue Team, and (b) authorize attached budget transfer and (c) authorize the Sheriff or his designee to sign the purchase order.
a) On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved the purchase of a 2024 Honda Pioneer 700-4 Utility Terrain Vehicle, for use by the Search and Rescue Team as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
b) On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, authorized attached budget transfer and authorized the Sheriff or his designee to sign the purchase order. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Chair Sabatier introduced the item to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.21Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 as CalFresh Awareness Month In Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, CalFresh is a monthly benefit for food purchases that helps low-income residents gain access to healthy foods and participation can play a crucial role in improving the health and status of vulnerable populations; and
WHEREAS, every $1 in CalFresh generates $1.79 in local economic activity; and
WHEREAS, 17,169 individuals in Lake County are currently receiving CalFresh benefits totaling $3.08 million per month, $32.73 million in benefits over the course of the last year; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake, Department of Social Services, recognizes the need to reduce hunger by increasing access to and participation in food assistance benefits, particularly for elderly, disabled, families and children, and is committed to an outreach and public awareness campaign that promotes equity and inclusion in access, and to increasing awareness of potentially eligible Lake County residents about the benefits of CalFresh.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby designate the month of May, 2024 as CalFresh Awareness Month.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating The Month of May 2024, As CalFresh Awareness Month
5.22Adopt Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan, Director of Social Services on her Retirement
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Adopt Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan
WHEREAS, following seven years of dedicated and inspiring leadership as the Director of Social Services in Lake County, Crystal Markytan retired on May 3rd, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Crystal Markytan has been a steadfast advocate for advancing the well-being and welfare of the most vulnerable members of our community; and
WHEREAS, under her guidance, the Department of Social Services has achieved numerous milestones and accomplishments, including the effective continuation of all programs and services during the global pandemic, ensuring the community was supported and all mandates were met; and
WHEREAS, throughout her tenure, Crystal Markytan has exemplified outstanding direction, vision, and commitment to excellence, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and compassion; and
WHEREAS, her departure from the Department leaves a profound void, her positive impact will be enduring, and she will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her colleagues, peers, and the community at large.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, Crystal Markytan is hereby commended for her dedication, passion, and tireless efforts in serving those in need, and we wish her good health and much happiness during her retirement.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan
5.23Approve Lake County’s System Improvement Plan (SIP) for the Term of November 2021 to November 2025 and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Child and Family Services Review (C-CFSR) System was formed as a result of the passage of the Child Welfare System Improvement and Accountability Act (AB 636) in 2001 and modeled after the Federal CFSR. The C-CFSR was designed to improve outcomes for children in the child welfare system while holding county and state agencies accountable for the outcomes achieved. The County's System Improvement Plan (SIP) serves as a roadmap of measurable goals and strategies to be implemented by Child Welfare Services and Probation Department to improve safety, permanency and well-being of children. The SIP has specific measurable outcomes for system of care of children and families that is completed every five years. Lake County's 2021- 2025 SIP was delayed due to several unforeseen variables, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Lake County was granted an extension from CDSS and has been consulting with CDSS to create the current SIP which includes the required SIP Narrative and Chart.
Lake County Department of Social Services and Lake County Probation Department are requesting your approval for the November 2021 to November 2025 System Improvement Plan.
Recommended Action
Approve Lake County's System Improvement Plan (SIP) for the term of November 2021 to November 2025
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled and continued to the next Board of Supervisors meeting.
5.24Authorize the Closure of the Special Districts Administration Office from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, May 17, 2024.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I respectfully request the Board's approval to close the Special Districts Administration office to the public on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this closure the Department will be participating in a field trip related to the Department operations. The purpose is to familiarize office staff with the details and functions of our Department in relation to our geothermal partners.
Recommended Action
Authorize the closure of the Special Districts Administration Office from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, May 17, 2024.
5.25Approve Request to Waive 900 Hour Limit for Extra-Help Water Resources Ramp Monitors Anthony DeBolt, John MacDonald, Robert Dragness, Frank Levings Jr., Wayne Moore, Kenneth Wikstrom, and the two ramp coordinators Albert Acrey and Robert Valdez
Action Item
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
The Water Resources Department is requesting the approval to exceed the 900 hour extra-help limit for several ramp monitors Anthony DeBolt, John MacDonald, Robert Dragness, Frank Levings Jr., Wayne Moore, Kenneth Wikstrom, and the two ramp coordinators Albert Acrey and Robert Valdez. Funds for these positions are allocated under Budget Unit 8109, and sourced through several State Division of Boating and Waterways Quagga Mussel Prevention grants, and a federal grant through the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Between these current grants, there are sufficient funds to cover these requests. If this request is approved, hours are not to exceed 999.
Water Resources Extra-Help ramp staff have been working this year since the season started in February, and have been working additional hours to maintain ramp coverage during a very busy fishing tournament season that is taking advantage of our very full lake. February through June is the busiest season for ramp monitoring as this period is when we see large volumes of boats that come into the county for pre-fishing prior to the majority of fishing tournaments. We have seen more tournaments this year with all public ramps being open and significant water levels that are generally expected to provide for good fishing conditions as well as other water-based events.
Thank you for your consideration on waiving the 900-hour limit for Extra-Help Water Resources ramp monitoring staff for Anthony DeBolt, John MacDonald, Robert Dragness, Frank Levings Jr., Wayne Moore, Kenneth Wikstrom, and the two ramp coordinators Albert Acrey and Robert Valdez.
Recommended Action
Approve Request to Waive 900 Hour Limit for Extra-Help Water Resources Ramp Monitors Anthony DeBolt, John MacDonald, Robert Dragness, Frank Levings Jr., Wayne Moore, Kenneth Wikstrom, and the two ramp coordinators Albert Acrey and Robert Valdez.
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.25 with the exception of items 5.12, 5.20, and 5.23 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
6. Timed Items
6.19:02 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Invasive Species Manager Angela DePalma Dow and Supervisor Pyska spoke.
6.29:03 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Kaitlyn Murry presented the pet of the week to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.39:04 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Designating May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
WHEREAS, according to the National Crime Justice Training Center Missing and Murdered Native Women are two and a half times more likely to experience violent crimes and two times more likely to experience rape or sexual assault crimes in their lifetime and make up 40% of victims of sex trafficking, and experience rape at the rate of one in every three; and
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease and Control, American Indian/ Alaskan Native Men are two and half times more likely to experience violent crimes and 45.3% experienced rape, physical violence and or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime; and
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease and Control, more than 4/5 of American Indian/Alaskan Native Men and Women have already experienced violence in their lifetime, and homicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among 1-19 year-olds, and the 4th leading cause of death among males 20-44 year-olds; and the 6th leading causes of death for women 20-44 year-olds; and
WHEREAS, the National Crime Information Center Missing and Unidentified Persons statistics from 2022 accounted for 5,487 indigenous missing person incidents, 4,251 of those under the age of 20, 1,236 over the age of 21, and at the end of 2022, 1,593 of the cases were still open; and
WHEREAS, in 2020 Savannah's Act and the Not Invisible Act were signed into Federal law to address a lack of data and to improve law enforcement coordination to address the number of missing and murdered indigenous women and people; and
WHEREAS, the area known as Lake County has been developed upon the ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples who have continuously inhabited, utilized, and stewarded the land since time immemorial and is also the home to 7 Federally recognized tribes: Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Elem Indian Colony, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Koi Nation of Northern California, Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California, Robinson Rancheria of Pomo Indians and Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake is committed to commemorating the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People whose cases are documented and undocumented in public records and the media and demonstrate solidarity with the families of victims in light of those tragedies and recognizing there is more work to be done to address this nationwide crisis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake, hereby designates May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Lake County Month of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
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 Indigenous Community.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors chambers spoke: Katie Ray. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:07 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 1-7, 2024 as Elks National Youth Week in Lake County
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 Elks Lodge. Elks Representative Pat spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:10 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Lupus Awareness Month and May 10th, 2024 as Lupus Awareness Day
Proclamation
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Georgina Marie Guardado read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Community. India Mendoza spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.69:13 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 2024 as Community Action Month and Recognizing Their 60th Anniversary
Proclamation
Staff memo
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented it to North Coast Opportunities. Pastor Shannon and North Coast Opportunities Representative Justin Gaddy spoke.
6.79:16 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 Mental Health Matters Month
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Every day, millions of people face stigma related to mental illness, causing many to face their mental health challenges for years without help. Each May, Mental Health Matters Month provides the opportunity for everyone to come together to illuminate mental health awareness in an effort to stop the stigma. Bringing forth this awareness is crucial to helping people reach out for the assistance they deserve.
WHEREAS, Mental health challenges are one of the most common health conditions in the California, affecting one out of seven adults, and one out of fourteen youth, and impacting both the person experiencing mental health challenges and those persons who care and love the person facing the challenge; and
WHEREAS, One out of every twenty-six Californian's with a serious mental illness have difficulty functioning in everyday life and if left untreated, have life expectancies 25 years shorter than the general population; and
WHEREAS, Every day, millions of people face stigma related to mental health and may feel isolated and alone, going years before receiving any help; and
WHEREAS, Recovery can and does happen, and all Californians should know that support and help is available regardless of any individual's situation; and
WHEREAS, Creating a community where everyone feels comfortable reaching out for the support, they deserve is crucial to ending the stigma around mental health; and
WHEREAS, Access to support and ending the stigma is of paramount importance; and
WHEREAS, Lake County Behavioral Health Services wishes to enhance public awareness of mental health now; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Lake Board of Supervisors join with the Department of Behavioral Health Services and do hereby proclaim that May 2024 is Mental Health Matters Month in the County of Lake.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 Mental Health Matters Month.
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. Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.89:19 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of May 5-11, 2024 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 5-11, 2024 AS CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS WEEK
WHEREAS, the operation of correctional and detention facilities housing millions of prisoners and detainees throughout the Nation represents a crucial component of our Criminal Justice System; and
WHEREAS, no public servant has a more difficult or less publicly visible job than the men and women who ensure the safety, containment, and control of the human beings charged to their care, while sustaining uncompromised regard for their dignity and constitutional rights; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel must remain constantly vigilant in terms of their own safety, as well as protecting inmates from the violence of other prisoners and at time, from inflicting harm on themselves; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel are charged with protecting the rights of the public and safeguarding the public from the criminals in their custody while at the same time, encouraging such prisoners to develop skills and attitudes that can help them become productive members of society after their release; and
WHEREAS, correctional personnel work under demanding circumstances and face danger in their daily work lives, often sacrificing personal and family time to provide a necessary, but often thankless and unrecognized service to the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED the County of Lake Board of Supervisors designates the week of May 5 -11, 2024, as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County and encourages all citizens of Lake County to join in recognizing the commitment of all custody staff who maintain the safety and security of our correctional and detention facilities.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation designating the week of May 5-11, 2024 as Correctional Officers Week in Lake County
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 Sheriff's Office. Lake County Sheriff Rob Howe spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.99:22 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of May 2024 as CalFresh Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, CalFresh is a monthly benefit for food purchases that helps low-income residents gain access to healthy foods and participation can play a crucial role in improving the health and status of vulnerable populations; and
WHEREAS, every $1 in CalFresh generates $1.79 in local economic activity; and
WHEREAS, 17,169 individuals in Lake County are currently receiving CalFresh benefits totaling $3.08 million per month, $32.73 million in benefits over the course of the last year; and
WHEREAS, the County of Lake, Department of Social Services, recognizes the need to reduce hunger by increasing access to and participation in food assistance benefits, particularly for elderly, disabled, families and children, and is committed to an outreach and public awareness campaign that promotes equity and inclusion in access, and to increasing awareness of potentially eligible Lake County residents about the benefits of CalFresh.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake does hereby designate the month of May, 2024 as CalFresh Awareness Month.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
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 Social Services. Social Services Program Manager Tera Gandolfo spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was close.
6.109:25 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan, Director of Social Services on her Retirement
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presentation of Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan
WHEREAS, following seven years of dedicated and inspiring leadership as the Director of Social Services in Lake County, Crystal Markytan retired on May 3rd, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Crystal Markytan has been a steadfast advocate for advancing the well-being and welfare of the most vulnerable members of our community; and
WHEREAS, under her guidance, the Department of Social Services has achieved numerous milestones and accomplishments, including the effective continuation of all programs and services during the global pandemic, ensuring the community was supported and all mandates were met; and
WHEREAS, throughout her tenure, Crystal Markytan has exemplified outstanding direction, vision, and commitment to excellence, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and compassion; and
WHEREAS, her departure from the Department leaves a profound void, her positive impact will be enduring, and she will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her colleagues, peers, and the community at large.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, Crystal Markytan is hereby commended for her dedication, passion, and tireless efforts in serving those in need, and we wish her good health and much happiness during her retirement.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Commending Crystal Markytan
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 Social Services Director Crystal Markytan. Deputy Social Services Director Kelli Page, Deputy Social Services Director Amber Davis, and Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via zoom: Samantha Bond. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.119:28 A.M. - a) Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 4, 2024, As Wildfire Community Preparedness Day in Lake County; and b) Consideration of report from partnering agencies on wildfire preparedness events and programs
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
WHEREAS, wildfire significantly impacts Lake County's environmental, economic, and social well-being and can occur during any month; and
WHEREAS, residents of Lake County's fire-prone communities must accept responsibility for living in high fire-hazard areas; and
WHEREAS, residents, property owners, utility providers, evacuation corridor owners, and essential services providers must prepare to survive wildfire by ensuring proper management of vegetation and debris surrounding their locations and must stay continuously vigilant throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, residents, citizens, and guests should take protective actions immediately during a wildfire or any other emergency to keep themselves safe; and
WHEREAS, Zone 0 is the Ember-Resistant Zone which extends 5 feet from buildings and has been proven by science to be the most important of all defensible space zones and is designed to keep fire or embers from igniting materials that can spread fire to your home; and
WHEREAS, using hardscape materials for landscaping, removing all dead or dying vegetation, removing all branches within 10 feet of any chimney or stovepipe outlet, limiting combustible items on top of decks, relocating firewood and lumber to Zone 2, and replacing combustible fencing attached to the home with noncombustible alternatives are some examples for clearing Zone 0; and
WHEREAS, residents and property owners are requested to create 100 feet of defensible space, reduce fuels, have their address clearly posted, have a wildfire "Ready Set Go" plan, prepare for extended periods without electricity; and
WHEREAS, residents and property owners are required to follow Article VIII to Chapter 13 of the Lake County Code regarding Hazardous Vegetation and/or Combustible Material which requires that defensible space protections are accomplished on those portions of unimproved parcels adjacent to improved parcels and along roadways; and
WHEREAS, utility providers (Phone, Cable, Fiber, Electrical, et al) are requested to create defensible space and remove all fuels within 100 feet of infrastructure stations, transmission line systems earth to sky and have their address clearly posted; and
WHEREAS, evacuation and roadway corridor owners (Federal, State, County, City, Private) are requested to create defensible space, limb up ladder fuels 10 feet, reduce and or remove all fuels within 100 feet of roadways; and
WHEREAS, essential services providers (Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Fire Stations, Police Stations, Government Facilities, Senior Centers, Care and Shelter locations), are requested to create defensible space and reduce and or remove all fuels within 100 feet of their infrastructure, have their address clearly posted, and prepare for extended periods without electricity.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Lake County Board of Supervisors in partnership with the Lake County Fire Chiefs' Association and the Lake County Community Risk Reduction Authority supports May 4, 2024, as Wildfire Community Preparedness Day in Lake County.
- What You Do Makes a Difference -
Wildfire Knows No Season!
Recommended Action
Presentation/ Report Only.
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Community.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Red Cross Representative Nick Widner, Fire Safe Council Representative Lori Hutchinson, CAL FIRE Fire Apparatus Engineer Gannon Chapman, Diana Purway, Magdalena Valderama, North Coast Opportunities Representative Tammy Alakzay, Amanda Jo, Amanda Kann, Dawn, Pamela Coleman, Denis Burke, and Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.129:35 A.M. - Consideration of Updated Contract with the Lake County Resource Conservation District for the Lake County Fire Safe Council
Agreement
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
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 County Fire Safe Council (LCFSC) is in part funded by Title III funds under the Secure Rural Schools Act. Lake County receives Title I funding for roads and schools, Title II funding for projects on Federal lands, and Title III funding for county projects to carry out activities under the Firewise Community program. The LCFSC's mission is to empower Lake County residents and businesses with the information, knowledge, and support to protect their family and property from wildfire, and their vision is to foster a fire-wise county developed through ongoing public education, training, and community collaboration for wildfire mitigation projects.
These Title III funds have helped support the LCFSC since 2010 under the same contract, which established the LCFSC as a Fire Safe Advisory Committee for the purpose of assisting the Board of Supervisors in facilitating resource sharing, communications, and cooperation among the various Fire Safe planning groups within Lake County.
This updated contract before you for consideration removes the Fire Safe Advisory Committee to the Board of Supervisors as the Lake County Community Risk Reduction Authority Joint Powers Authority (RRA) was created in 2018, includes two members of the Board of Supervisors, and is better positioned to serve that function.
Responsibilities for the LCFSC under this contract include:
1. Community outreach and education,
2. Plan and coordinate activities, programs, and resources that provide for the on-going development and implementation of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP),
3. Provide updates to the RRA on the CWPP and other relevant fire safety activities and opportunities,
4. Contract invoicing, and
5. Submit quarterly progress reports.
Recommended Action
Approve Updated Contract with the Lake County Resource Conservation District for the Lake County Fire Safe Council
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved Updated Contract with the Lake County Resource Conservation District for the Lake County Fire Safe Council as amended and authorized the County Administrative Officer to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon, Fire Safe Council Coordinator Laurie Hutchinson, and Kristen Murphy presented the item to the Board. Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1310:00 A.M. - (a) Consideration of Letter of Opposition to AB 2882, which proposes changes to the Community Corrections Partnership; and (b) Consideration of Letter of Opposition to SB 1057, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
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
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
AB 2882, introduced by the Honorable Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (6th District, City of Sacramento and unincorporated areas, longtime Chair of the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance), proposes to enact major changes to the funding and coordination of local adult rehabilitation efforts. Specifically, it would amend the composition of the local Community Corrections Partnership (CCP) and the CCP Executive Committee; specify new plan development and processing requirements at the local level; and add considerable new CCP data collection and reporting requirements.
SB 1057, introduced by the Honorable State Senator Caroline Menjivar (20th District, Burbank and San Fernando Valley), would repurpose and reprioritize funding the Probation Department relies on to provide necessary services to youth and families in Lake County who have contact with the justice system. It would change the composition of the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council and change the multi-agency Juvenile Justice Plan.
Particularly in rural Counties, Chief Probation Officers and County Probation Departments play a crucial coordination role, ensuring system-involved youth and individuals have the services and support they need to promote the best possible outcomes.
AB 2882 and SB 1057 have the potential to disrupt necessary services to Lake County and make our communities less safe. If both are approved, as written, maintaining well-coordinated services and continuity of care would become much more difficult.
For the reasons described in the attached Letters, I ask that your Board Oppose AB 2882 and SB 1057.
The Letters have been reviewed by Matthew Rothstein, Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer and Legislative Coordinator. Mr. Rothstein found an "Oppose" position would be consistent with previous Board action on 2023's AB 702.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve Letter of Opposition to AB 2882, which proposes changes to the Community Corrections Partnership; and
(b) Approve Letter of Opposition to SB 1057, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council.
a) On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter of Opposition to AB 2882, which proposes changes to the Community Corrections Partnership. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
b) On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter of Opposition to SB 1057, which proposes changes to the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans presented the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Helen Owen. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1411:00 A.M. - (Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District Board of Directors) Consideration of Entering Into a Land Lease Agreement Between the Lake County Sanitation District and the Lake County Rodeo Association for use of a Portion of APNs 003-046-30 and 003-046-72
Agreement
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
Last fall discussions were initiated between members of the Lake County Rodeo Association and Special Districts staff about the possibility of relocating the rodeo to a location at the Northwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant property. LACOSAN has approximately 1,200 acres in the north Lakeport area that the treatment plant is located on and the roughly 80-acre area being considered for a rodeo site is not currently being utilized. Prior to the Geysers Effluent Pipeline project in the early 2000s, land application of treated effluent occurred at the site. For the last 20+ years there has simply been cattle grazing on the property. Neither the application of effluent or grazing activities are happening or anticipated in the future.
Earlier this year the Rodeo Association and LACOSAN staff made a presentation to the Board regarding this possible location and arrangement and received positive feedback on bringing a lease document back for Board discussion. A lease document has been drafted and reviewed by Rodeo Association Board members, County Counsel, and the CAO, and is presented today for your consideration. This lease is envisioned as a transitional step toward a more permanent parcel creation and sale of surplus land. The lease will allow the Rodeo Association to formally start the use permit process with the Community Development Department and the studies required as part of that land use review.
Recommended Action
Approve a Land Lease Agreement Between the Lake County Sanitation District and the Lake County Rodeo Association for use of a Portion of APNs 003-046-30 and 003-046-72 and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved Land Lease Agreement Between the Lake County Sanitation District and the Lake County Rodeo Association for use of a Portion of APNs 003-046-30 and 003-046-72 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Special District Administrator Scott Harter presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and Helen Owen No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of rescission of urgency Ordinance No. 3113 amending urgency Ordinance No. 3110 prohibiting water hauling to commercial agricultural operations including cannabis cultivation sites
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Green
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On Aug. 24, 2021, your board enacted urgency Ordinance No. 3110 prohibiting water hauling to unpermitted cannabis cultivation sites. On Oct. 5, 2021, your board enacted urgency Ordinance No. 3113 amending Ordinance No. 3110 prohibiting water hauling to commercial agricultural operations including cannabis cultivation sites.
For the board's information, a license is required from the Food and Drug Branch of the California Department of Public Health to haul potable water in bulk quantities of 250 gallons or greater, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sec. 111120. The sponsor contacted each of the three licensed water haulers based in Lake County, and each confirmed they do not currently provide service to commercial agricultural operations including commercial cannabis cultivation sites. Only one of the operators was aware of the 2021 urgency ordinances described above.
The county's local drought emergency declaration was terminated by your board April 2, 2024. As confirmed by county counsel, Ordinance No. 3113 contained a sunset clause that rescinded the ordinance upon the termination of the local drought emergency declaration. This recission is not easily documented in MuniCode or Granicus without formal board action. The recommended action would create a formal record that Ordinance No. 3113 is no longer in effect.
Recommended Action
Move to rescind urgency Ordinance No. 3113.
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, rescinded urgency Ordinance No. 3113. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Green presented the item to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Tom Lasik and Margaux Kumbara. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of an Agreement for Tree Survey Services Between the County of Lake and Tetra Tech, Inc., in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $201,359.72
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
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 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
Your Board has declared Pervasive Tree Mortality a Local Emergency (Resolution No. 2022-61, Adopted May 3, 2024), and among your 2024 Legislative Priorities (established during your January 23, 2024, Governance Workshop).
Further, now-State Senate President pro Tempore, Mike McGuire, and the California State Legislature have signaled strong support for Lake County moving forward with Tree Mortality mitigation, providing a $1M FY2023 Budget Allocation (AB 102) to support hazardous tree removal.
Your Board will additionally recall, Lake County's application for California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) support to mitigate Tree Mortality affecting County roadways and evacuation routes included a request to waive the local match (25%) requirement. In the months since our initial submittal, CalOES staff advised, in the current adverse budgetary climate, a pre-assessment must be conducted to determine whether Tree Mortality in Lake County is eligible for Private Property Debris (Tree) Removal (PPDR). Data gathered from that assessment is expected to inform CalOES' determinations on PPDR eligibility and, ultimately, our request to waive the local match requirement.
Initial estimates suggest upward of 80% of the approximately 20,000 dead and dying trees that could potentially threaten County roadways are rooted in Private Property. In some high priority areas, that number could be north of 90%. Fully mitigating the Tree Mortality emergency may cost more than $100M. Therefore, the County's capacity to effectively mitigate Tree Mortality is highly dependent on these CalOES approvals.
The proposed Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc., before your Board today covers the pre-assessment. AB 102 funds will be used to support the $201,359.72 cost. Staff find this Agreement is fully compliant with County Purchasing policies under the Section 2-38.4 Exemption for Cooperative Purchasing, as it leverages a State Master Service Agreement. Tetra Tech was top ranked in that competitive solicitation, and State and County Purchasing Policies permit "Piggybacking" in this manner. State procurement documents can be accessed here: https://caleprocure.ca.gov/PSRelay/ZZ_PO.ZZ_CTR_SUP_CMP.GBL?Page=ZZ_CTR_SUP_PG&Action=U&SETID=STATE&CNTRCT_ID=5-22-99-33-04
This Agreement's Scope has been reviewed by CalOES staff, to ensure it meets their needs for the pre-Assessment.
Staff recommends your Board Approve the Agreement, and Authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve the Agreement for Tree Survey Services between the County of Lake and Tetra Tech, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $201,359.72 and Authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | 201,359.72 |
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On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, waived the competitive bidding process pursuant to Lake County Code 2-38.4 related to the proposed agreement. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, approved Agreement for Tree Survey Services Between the County of Lake and Tetra Tech, Inc., in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $201,359.72 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Chief County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Joan Moss. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of the following Advisory Board Appointment:
Lower Lake Waterworks District One Board of Directors
Appointment
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Green: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lower Lake Waterworks District One Board of Directors: One (1) vacancy - Public Member (must live within the district boundaries and be registered to vote in Lake County)
Kristen Grotle - Public Member
Recommended Action
Appoint Qualified Applicant
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, appointed Kristen Grotle to the Lower Lake Water District Board of Directors. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Chair Sabatier introduced the item to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.5Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding Between Lake County Social Services Department and Behavioral Health Department for a Short-Term Loan of $1,000,000 from 1991 Realignment Funds.
Agreement
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
On March 19, 2024 the Board approved an action to provide a short-term loan from the County General Fund of $3,000,000 as well as a loan from Department of Social Services' realignment funds of $1,000,000. The attached Memorandum of Understanding clarifies the terms of the loan between LCBHS and DSS.
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding Between Lake County Social Services Department and Behavioral Health Department for a Short-Term Loan of $1,000,000 from 1991 Realignment Funds and authorize the Department Heads for Behavioral Health and Social Services to Sign.
On motion of Supervisor Green, and by vote of the Board, approved the Memorandum of Understanding Between Lake County Social Services Department and Behavioral Health Department for a Short-Term Loan of $1,000,000 from 1991 Realignment Funds and authorized the department heads of Behavioral Health and Social Services to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano and Assistant County Administrative Officer/ Interim Social Services Director Stephen Carter spoke.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District Board of Directors) Consideration of Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to Address Contracts and Topics Related to the Geothermal Industry
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
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 County interfaces with our geothermal industry partners (Calpine; Northern California Power Authority, NCPA; Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, YCFCWCD; Clearlake Oaks County Water District) in many areas. Current topics include the Geysers Air Monitoring Program (GAMP), the Southeast Geysers Effluent Pipeline Project Joint Operating Agreement (JOA), the LACOSAN/YCFCWCD water supply agreement, and the LACOSAN/CLOCWD agreement. Some of the noted agreements are expiring within a couple of years and work to review and revisit the agreements has begun.
Staff recommends the formation of an ad hoc committee with two board members appointed as well as staff from the relevant departments to more formally address these various topics. The suggested composition of the committee would consist of two Board members, the Special Districts Administrator or their appointee, the CAO or their appointee, the Air Pollution Control Officer, or their appointee.
Recommended Action
Appoint two Board members to serve on an ad hoc committee to work with the relevant departments on issues related to the County relationship with the Geothermal industry.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, appointed Supervisor Pyska and Supervisor Simon to an Ad Hoc Committee to Address Contracts and Topics Related to the Geothermal Industry along with Special Districts, Air Quality, County Counsel, and Administration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Crandell, Green, Pyska, and Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Special District Administrator Scott Harter presented the item to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Joan Moss. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.7Consideration of Presentation of the Lake County Public Health Officers Workplan
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I. Summary of Workplan:
The Public Health Officer's work spans the 10 Essential Public Health Services (CDC) and 5 Foundational Public Health Services (PHAB).
Examples of the Public Health Officers' work in all of these areas will be presented to the Board of Supervisors with the Workplan.
Ten Essential Public Health Services (CDC)
ASSESMENT
1. Population Health
2. Health Hazards-Root Causes
POLICY DEVELOPMENT
3. Communicate-Educate
4. Strengthen Communities
5. Create-Champion Policies
6. Utilize Legal Action
ASSURANCE
7. Enable Equitable Access
8. Build Diverse Workforce
9. Improve and Innovate
10. Build Strong Organization
II. PDF copy of Workplan PowerPoint presentation attached.
Recommended Action
No action presentation only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Public Health Officer Dr. Doohan presented the PowerPoint Presentation to the Board.
Chair Sabatier asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. 1:00 P.M. - Closed Session
8.1Public Employee Evaluation:
Title: Public Health Officer
Closed Session Item
8.2Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Special Districts Administrator
Appointment of Special Districts Administrator
Closed Session Item
8.3Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Social Services Director
Appointment of Social Services Director
Closed Session Item
8.4Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Water Resources Director
Appointment of Water Resources Director
Closed Session Item