Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, January 14, 2025
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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 Continuation of Emergency Proclamation Declaring a Shelter Crisis in the County of Lake
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Board of Supervisors originally approved an emergency declaration for shelter crisis on January 24, 2023. The proclamation cited the lack of beds available for those experiencing homelessness and would assist in allowing shelters to continue as well as new shelters to be initiated.
Due to the fact that the original proclamation discussed rain and snow as being part of the reason for declaring an emergency, a revised version of the emergency declaration is being brought back to the board to approve with revised recitals.
We are still short of beds needed to provide shelter for all of those who are experiencing homelessness. However, great strides are being made at both Behavioral Health and the Continuum of Care with the support of the Board of Supervisors to make progress in what is available.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Emergency Proclamation Declaring a Shelter Crisis in the County of Lake
5.2Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection found that its aerial and group surveys in Napa and Lake County revealed widespread conifer mortality leaving trees vulnerable to insect attacks and fire damage. On March 28, 2022, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order No. 7-77, that states the ongoing drought will have significant immediate impacts on communities. In response, the Lake County Risk Reduction Authority created the Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force established to investigate and address the extensive tree mortality in the County caused primarily by wildfire, drought and insect damage.
The Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force members have attended several presentations from individuals with considerable expertise in both entomology and tree mortality, including Forest
Advisor Dr. Michael Jones, an entomologist from University of California Cooperative. The overriding message was that failure to actively address tree mortality could result in the potential loss or degradation of forest habitats and associated ecological impacts, including the impact of wildlife, water and soil. And as such, create dangerous wildfire conditions that also threaten the safety of persons and property and will likely extend beyond the capacity of public safety services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this County.
This Resolution requests the following actions from Governor Newsom; 1) Proclaim a State of Emergency in Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State, 2) Seek designation of tree mortality areas within Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State under Section 8204 of the Agriculture Act of 2014 and seek additional Federal program support; and 3) Request a Presidential Declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster for this emergency.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
5.3Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This Proclamation was adopted February 7, 2023.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency
| Additional Requested | $100,000 |
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5.4Approve Continuation of Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the 2024 Late January, Early February Winter Storms
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This proclamation was adopted on February 6, 2024.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the 2024 Late January, Early February Winter Storms
5.5Approve Continuation of Proclamation of a Local Health Emergency by the Lake County Health Officer for the Boyles Fire
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This proclamation was approved on September 10, 2024.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation of a Local Health Emergency by the Lake County Health Officer for the Boyles Fire
5.6Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the 2024 Boyles Fire
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Section 6-5 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to declare the existence or threatened existence of a Local Emergency when Lake County is affected or likely to be affected by a public calamity. The Sheriff/OES Director's Proclamation expires seven days after issuance unless confirmed and ratified by the Lake County Board of Supervisors.
As your Board is aware, as OES Director, I declared a Local Emergency in response to the devastating effects of the Boyles Fire, which ignited September 8, 2024, near Boyles and 8th Avenues in the City of Clearlake.
While the City of Clearlake bore the brunt of the fire's destruction, including the loss of approximately 30 homes and the evacuation of over 4,000 residents, the fire's effects were felt beyond the city's borders; infrastructure damage resulting from the fire has caused widespread power outages, affecting nearby unincorporated areas Lake County.
This is the 30 day continuation of the emergency.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of a Local Emergency Proclamation by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the 2024 Boyles Fire
| Estimated Cost | $0 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $0 |
| Future Annual Cost | $0 |
5.7Approve Continuation of Local Emergency Proclamation by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the Glenhaven Fire
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Section 6-5 of the Lake County Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to declare the existence or threatened existence of a Local Emergency when Lake County is affected or likely to be affected by a public calamity. The Sheriff/OES Director's Proclamation expires seven days after issuance unless confirmed and ratified by the Lake County Board of Supervisors.
As your Board is aware, as OES Director, I declared a Local Emergency in response to the Glenhaven Fire, which ignited October 4, 2024, near Hwy 20 and Glenhaven Drive in Glenhaven, CA. Over 400 acres burned, threatening over 2,000 structures and resulting in mass evacuations.
Staff recommends your Board recognize emergency conditions persist, and ratify the Local Emergency related to the Glenhaven Fire.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Local Emergency Proclamation by the Lake County Sheriff/OES Director for the Glenhaven Fire
5.8Approve Grant Deed and Exhibit “A” attached hereto for APN 003-046-77 (Lake County Jail) and Authorize the Chair to Sign and the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to Record with the County Recorder’s Office
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On December 3, 2024, the Lake County Board of Supervisor provided direction to staff to prepare for issuance of Lease Revenue Bonds to fund improvements to the former National Guard Armory Facility (located in North Lakeport) and further public capital improvements to be completed in the next three years. In connection to those efforts, the contracted Title Company asked that a Grant Deed be prepared, clarifying the boundaries of AP 003-046-77 (the Lake County Jail parcel), for utilization as collateral.
While this task fulfills prior Board Direction, execution of this document requires the signature of the Board Chair.
Staff recommends your Board Approve the Grant Deed, and Authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve Grant Deed and Exhibit "A" attached hereto for APN 003-046-77 (Lake County Jail) and Authorize the Chair to Sign and the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to Record with the County Recorder's Office.
5.9Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors - Consideration to: (a) Waive the competitive bidding procedures pursuant to Lake County Code Section 2-39.2 and Section 1.C.2 of the County's Consultant Selection Policy; and (b) Approve Entering into an Agreement with ATA Law Group not to exceed $50,000 and authorize the APCO to sign the agreement
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The District, in coordination with County Counsel, is requesting authorization to enter into and agreement for outside counsel to assist with enforcement cases. Due to the need for specialized services for enforcement of local, State, and Federal Clean Air Act requirements, District staff and County Counsel agreed that outside counsel is the best option for the District.
District staff has worked with County Counsel to identify counsel capable of performing the specialized services needed for enforcement of air quality regulations. Aqua Terra Aeris (ATA) Law Group specializes in air quality regulations and is contracted with multiple air districts statewide for enforcement assistance. ATA Law Group worked with County Counsel and the District to develop the attached Agreement for Services.
Recommended Action
Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors - Consideration to: (a) Waive the competitive bidding procedures pursuant to Lake County Code Section 2-39.2 and Section 1.C.2 of the County's Consultant Selection Policy; and (b) Approve Entering into an Agreement with ATA Law Group not to exceed $50,000 and authorize the APCO to sign the agreement.
5.10Approve Amendment No.1 of Agreement Between County of Lake and Sacramento Behavioral Health Care Hospital LLC for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations for FY 2024-25 in the Amount of $250,000.00
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The County Mental Health Plan (MHP) in California is obligated to ensure access to a full continuum of mental health services, including acute inpatient psychiatric care, as part of its responsibilities to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. The California Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) and Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) guidelines outline these obligations.
Here are some key points about the MHP's obligations regarding acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals:
1. Obligation to Ensure Access to Acute Inpatient Care
* California Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) Section 5775 mandates that the County MHP ensure that individuals under its care have access to necessary mental health services, including inpatient psychiatric services when required. Specifically, MHPs are expected to ensure that clients who need acute psychiatric care can be referred to appropriate facilities, including hospitals.
* The WIC Section 5776 further reinforces that MHPs must work to ensure access to inpatient psychiatric care and other services that contribute to the recovery of individuals with serious mental health conditions. MHPs often do this through contracts with hospitals and other providers to provide services such as inpatient care, crisis stabilization, and detoxification services.
2. Contracts with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitals
* MHPs are required to contract with acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals or other designated inpatient facilities to ensure that individuals needing inpatient care have access to these services. This is particularly important for individuals experiencing psychiatric crises who need short-term intensive treatment in a hospital setting.
* In cases where a local MHP does not have adequate inpatient psychiatric beds, they must ensure that their contracted providers offer access to facilities in neighboring counties, or utilize the State Hospital system when necessary (such as when individuals are deemed incompetent to stand trial or require state-funded psychiatric care under other provisions of the law).
3. Medi-Cal Payment and Authorization Process
* The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) regulates the Medi-Cal reimbursement for acute inpatient psychiatric care. DHCS has specific Behavioral Health Information Notices (BHINs) that guide how MHPs should manage contracting, billing, and quality assurance for inpatient care. These notices provide clarity on what services are reimbursable under Medi-Cal and how to manage authorizations for inpatient admissions, treatment duration, and discharge planning.
* BHINs also specify the requirements for network adequacy, ensuring that MHPs have an adequate number of contracted psychiatric hospitals to meet the needs of their beneficiaries.
4. Network Adequacy Requirements
* Network adequacy is a critical component of an MHP's obligations under Medi-Cal. According to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 14184 and California Code of Regulations Title 9, MHPs must maintain a network of providers that offer a range of psychiatric services, including acute inpatient care. The DHCS issues guidance to MHPs on network adequacy requirements, outlining expectations for contracting with inpatient facilities and other providers to meet the needs of the local population.
* DHCS also monitors these contracts through annual reports and audits, ensuring that MHPs meet both state and federal standards for providing timely access to care, including inpatient psychiatric services.
5. Crisis Services and Continuity of Care
* MHPs are also responsible for ensuring continuity of care, which includes facilitating the smooth transition of individuals from acute inpatient care to outpatient services or community-based care. This may involve collaborating with acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals to ensure that discharge planning and follow-up care are in place.
6. Involuntary Treatment and Acute Care:
* Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5150 et seq. establishes procedures for the involuntary detention of individuals in psychiatric crisis and the subsequent provision of acute care, including inpatient hospitalization. MHPs must ensure access to facilities that can accommodate 5150 holds, 5151 evaluations, and 5152 certifications for those requiring emergency psychiatric care.
In summary, the County Mental Health Plan is required to:
* Contract with acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals or similar providers to ensure access to inpatient psychiatric care.
* Work within the framework of Medi-Cal and ensure adequate provider networks for psychiatric services, including emergency and short-term care.
* Ensure continuity of care from inpatient services to community-based services, especially through case management and discharge planning.
An amendment is being requested due to the contractor's (Sacramento Behavioral Health Care Hospital) service utilization exceeding projections, resulting in an increase to the total compensation, with a maximum limit of $250,000.00.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 1 of Agreement Between County of Lake
and Sacramento Behavioral Health Care Hospital LLC for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric
Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric
Hospitalizations for FY 2024-25 in the Amount of $250,000.00.
| Estimated Cost | $250,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $250,000.00 |
5.11Approve Amendment No.2 Between County of Lake and California Mental Health Service Authority Remote Supervision Program with no Change to the Contract Maximum for Fiscal Years 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The amendment will update the modification of the Project End Term from March 31, 2025, to March 31, 2027. The maximum amount for the contract will remain the same.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 2 Between County of Lake and California Mental Health Service Authority Remote Supervision Program with no Change to the Contract Maximum for Fiscal Years 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27. Authorize the Board to sign.
5.12Approve Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes July 25, 2023 and December 3, 2024
Action Item
passed on consent
5.13Approve Ratification of the Board of Supervisors’ Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for the County of Lake for 2025
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On January 7, 2025, your Board appointed Supervisor Eddie Crandell as Chair and appointed Supervisor Brad Rasmussen as Vice-Chair. Each appointment was approved by majority vote by your Board.
In light of the expiration of the terms of the former members of your Board and to clarify the votes that approved said appointments during the January 7, 2025 meeting, staff requests that your Board ratify these appointments.
Recommended Action
Ratify the Board of Supervisors' Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for the County of Lake for 2025
5.14Approve Ratification of the Board of Supervisors’ Approval of the January 7, 2025 Consent Agenda Item Nos. 5.1 through 5.7.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On January 7, 2025, your Board approved Consent Agenda Item Nos. 5.1 through 5.7 by majority vote.
In light of the expiration of the terms of the former members of your Board at that time and to clarify the vote that approved said consent agenda items, staff requests that your Board ratify the January 7, 2025 approval of these items.
Recommended Action
Ratify the Board of Supervisors' Approval of the January 7, 2025 Consent Agenda Item
Nos. 5.1 through 5.7.
5.15a) Adopt Resolution Authorizing the 2025-2026 Grant Project-Lake County Child Advocacy Center Program and b) Authorize the Chair to Sign the Grant Subaward Certification of Assurance of Compliance
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) created this grant in 2018 for the purpose of funding affiliate, developing, and accredited Child Advocacy Centers in California which work with child abuse victims to reduce trauma to the children and their families by using a multidisciplinary-team approach. The Victim Witness Division of the District Attorney's Office has had its own Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center (MDIC) called "Hope House" for over 15 years. Hope House uses specialized audio/video equipment to conduct children's interviews in a less intimidating setting. Due to the nature of these situations, interviews must be conducted by a specially trained, trauma-informed professional who can build a rapport with the child, while conducting a meaningful and productive interview - this professional is also known as a Forensic Interviewer.
The project cost of $88,000 will fund a full-time Forensic Interviewer, the Interviewer's training, transcription services for the forensic interviews, maintenance of the audio/visual equipment, as well as the upkeep and improvements to Hope House. Although a match is required for this grant, CalOES approved our request to waive the customary matching of funds.
Adoption of this resolution will allow the Lake County District Attorney as the Authorized Agent to submit an application, to enter into the grant and to affirm that County of Lake will comply with the applicable assurances per the attached Exhibits.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing the 2025-2026 Grant Project-Lake County Child Advocacy Center Program and Authorize the Chair to Sign the Grant Subaward Certification of Assurance of Compliance.
5.16Adopt Resolution Authorizing the County of Lake to Accept Grant Funds in the amount of $383,527 from the State of California Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement Grant Program, and Authorizing the Professional Services Agreement with Lake County Health Services
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded Lake County Health Services a Tobacco Enforcement Grant in the amount of $383,527. The purpose of this grant is to enhance the enforcement of tobacco-related laws and regulations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local policies designed to reduce youth access to tobacco products and prevent tobacco sales to minors. The grant funding will support the implementation of targeted enforcement efforts, including but not limited to:
* Compliance checks and inspections of tobacco retailers.
* Educational efforts to raise awareness about tobacco sales regulations.
* Collaborative efforts with local law enforcement agencies to increase the effectiveness of enforcement.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing the County of Lake to Accept Grant Funds in the amount of $383,527 from the State of California Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement Grant Program, and Authorizing the Professional Services Agreement with Lake County Health Services.
5.17(a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 2-38.4, Cooperative Purchases, and (b) Authorize the IT Director to issue a purchase order to Dell Marketing L.P. for Microsoft 365 G3 ‘Step up’ licenses in the amount of $21,186.00
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
For Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the Information Technology Department requested funding to implement Microsoft Office G3 licensing, which your Board approved. We have begun a project to migrate from our on-premise e-mail system, and implement Microsoft Teams. This project will require Microsoft 365 G3 licensing. We purchase all Microsoft Licensing on the competitively bid Riverside County EA contract. We are requesting a waiving of the formal bidding requirement because the purchase will be made on this piggyback contract. We will be purchasing licenses in tranches of up to 275 licenses as the project progresses and will return to your Board for authorization as the project progresses. This request is for Tranche 3 of 4.
We are requesting your Board to approve the purchase of these 'Step up' licenses, which upgrade our current 'Apps for Enterprise' licenses to Microsoft 365 G3 licenses.
Recommended Action
(a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to Lake County Code Section 2-38.4, Cooperative Purchases, and (b) Authorize the IT Director to issue a purchase order to Dell Marketing L.P. for Microsoft 365 G3 'Step up' licenses in the amount of $21,186.00
5.18Approve Amendment One to the Agreement between the County of Lake and SCS Engineers for Construction Quality Assurance Services for the Eastlake Landfill Phase One Cell Construction Project for a revised total of $577,478, and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
pulled on consent
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In March of 2024 your Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with SCS Engineers to perform construction quality assurance services for the Eastlake Landfill Phase One Cell Construction project. SCS' scope of work is to complete the tasks identified in the State-approved construction quality assurance (CQA) plan for the project, which includes construction administration, construction inspection, laboratory testing, land surveying, and preparation of a final construction certification report. The agreement is attached for reference.
Construction of the new cell is nearly complete, under a separate construction contract with Rege Construction. However, the scope of the project expanded from the initial design, most notably the addition of an underdrain system along the entire cell floor area, as well as enhanced perimeter storm drain erosion control measures. In June 2024 these items were added to Rege's construction contract through a change order approved by your Board. The increased scope and duration of construction subsequently resulted in an increase to SCS' time and expense to perform the mandated CQA services. With the scope and duration now established, staff and SCS negotiated the attached amendment to their agreement, which adds $169,272 to the original agreement amount of $408,206 for a revised total of $577,478. Sufficient funding is included in the FY 2024-25 Integrated Waste Management budget.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment One to the Agreement between the County of Lake and SCS Engineers for Construction Quality Assurance Services for the Eastlake Landfill Phase One Cell Construction Project for a revised total of $577,478, and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.18 with the exception of item 5.18 which was pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved Amendment One to the Agreement between the County of Lake and SCS Engineers for Construction Quality Assurance Services for the Eastlake Landfill Phase One Cell Construction Project for a revised total of $577,478, and authorized the Chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6. Timed Items
6.19:02 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Elaine Brown, Rob Brown, Julia Bono, and Benjamin Hittle spoke.
6.29:03 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Francisco Pelayo Moreno and Animal Care and Control Director Gregory Wilkins presented the pet of the week to the Board.
6.39:04 A.M. - New and Noteworthy at the Library
Action Item
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: County Librarian Christopher Veach presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:10 A.M. - Consideration of an Agreement Between the County of Lake and Paragon Government Relations for Professional Federal Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy Services in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $187,660.00
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As members of your Board may be aware, on August 26, 2024, the County Administrative Office issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2024-34 for Federal Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy (Lobbying) Services. To encourage the most competitive possible process, the County Administrative Office staff directly contacted six highly qualified firms on August 30, 2024. As of the September 23, 2024, deadline for Proposals, nine responses were received.
A Consultant Selection Panel comprised of leadership staff from four County departments and the Cities of Lakeport and Clearlake was convened Monday, October 21, 2024, to review Proposals, clarifying questions were thereafter sent to all respondents, and follow-up interviews were conducted Friday, December 13, 2024, with the five top-ranked respondents. Paragon Government Relations emerged as the top-ranked candidate. Administrative Office staff are grateful to all who contributed to this rigorous review.
The Agreement attached to your Board's Agenda provides for a retainer of $7,000 per month for Federal Advocacy services. That rate increases to $7,210 per month in year two of the Agreement. The remainder of the "not-to-exceed" total is recommended to accommodate potential travel expenses (particularly in the event one or more Paragon staff must travel to California solely for County of Lake business). Your Board will appreciate, effective advocacy for Lake County's needs at the federal level is essential, and it would be difficult and costly for County staff, alone, to maintain a consistent presence in Washington, D.C.
Members of your Board will be aware, Paragon currently represents the California State Association of Counties. They also have experience contributing to development of federal advocacy programs for multiple California Counties, including Humboldt and Nevada Counties.
Notices of Intent to Award were sent to all nine respondents the afternoon of Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Therefore, it is conceivable a valid protest to award of this Agreement could be received following your Board's meeting. Since this is your Board's final regular meeting of January, staff recommends your Board approve the Agreement, contingent on the protest period elapsing without a valid protest; if this occurs, Paragon would be under contract and able to contribute to your Board's Annual Governance Workshop. Should a valid protest be received, Administrative Office staff will return to your Board in February with any relevant update.
Recommended Action
Approve the Agreement Between the County of Lake and Paragon Government Relations for Professional Federal Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy Services in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $187,660.00, contingent on the protest period elapsing without a valid protest.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Paragon Government Relations for Professional Federal Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy Services in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $187,660.00 contingent on the protest period elapsing without a valid protest and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. Paragon Government Relations representative Joe Krahn spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Benjamin Hittle. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:15 A.M. - Consideration of Appeal (AB 24-02) of Planning Commission’s Approval of Major Use Permit (UP 20-96), Highland Farms, LP/Autumn Karcey as applicant and Tom Lajcik, Margaux Kambara and Associates, as appellant; location: 7408, 7522, 7527, 7634, & 7746 Highland Springs Road and 7257 & 7357 Amber Ridge Road in Lakeport, CA. (APNs 007-006-27, 34, 35, 40, 41, and 007-057-01, 02)
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Recommendation
Remand the project back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration of Major Use Permit (UP 20-96), following a recirculation of the revised project's draft Initial Study (IS 20-116).
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, moved to overturn the Planning Commission's decision Major Use Permit UP 20-96 due to the withdrawal of the application and directed staff to prepare findings of fact. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner introduced the item to the Board. Applicant Autumn Karcey, Appellant Legal Counsel Casey Shorrock, Applicant Legal Counsel James Anderson, and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Sara Bodnar, Peter Luchetti, Maria Kann, Tom Lajcik, Margaux Kambara, and Angela Ameral. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
A May 23 Planning Commission Staff Report for 20-96 A1 Site Plans Security Redacted A2 PC Conditions of Approval A3 Farm Management Plan A4 Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration A5 Hydrology Report A6 Drought Management Plan A7 Water Availability Analysis A8 Commercial Electrical Calculations A9 Combined Road Work and Culvert Volumes A10 Geotechnical Report A11 Biological Assessment A12 Air Quality and GHG models A13 Agency Comment A14 Tribal Comment A15 Public Comment B PC Minutes May 23 2024 PC C Appeal Application AB24-02 D Appellant Comments Submitted. E Applicant (Highland Farms) Comments Submitted F Ord. 3096 Public Lands H New Agency Comments I BOS Memo 8.13.24 J BOS Memo 10.22.24 K1 Site Plans_Submitted 11.12.24 K2 Farm Management Plan K3 Biological Botanical Assesments K4 10.15.24 Hydrological Analysis K5(1) Water Availability Analysis Technical Review K5(2) Water Availability Analysis K6 Drought Management Plan K7 Commercial Electrical Calculations K8 Geotechnical Report K9(1) Dust Mitigation Letter from Engineer K9(2) Primary Access Rd Plans and Dust Control Measures K10 Air Quality and GHG models K11 Wetland Delineation Report Graening Assoc Appellant 1.9.25 Ltr Exhibits Appellant 1.9.25 Ltr Submission to Board for 01142025 Hearing Public Input_Bill Wilson I 8.13.24 BOS Public Comments
6.610:30 A.M. - Consideration of Proposed Findings of Fact and Decision in the Appeal of Amy Hewitt-Novoa and Juan Novoa (AB 24-04)
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 4-0
Crandell: abstain Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: abstain Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 3-1 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: abstain Owen: nay Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: abstain Owen: nay Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Pursuant to your Board's statement of intended decision in the above matter on December 17, 2024, I have prepared the attached Findings of Fact to support your Board's decision.
If the Findings of Fact and Decision are acceptable to you, I would recommend that you take the
following two actions as recommended below.
Recommended Action
1. Move to approve the Findings of Fact and Decision and authorize the Chair to Sign; and
2. Move to deny the appeal.
Proposed Findings of Fact and Decision and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Recused- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, denied the appeal. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Owen
Recused- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano presented the item to the Board.
Vice-Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Juan Novoa, Amy Novoa, and Angela Carter. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.711:15 A.M. – HEARING - Consideration of Request for Post-Abatement Hearing on Account and Proposed Assessment of Abatement – 16155 Quail Trail, Clearlake Oaks (Spring Valley) (APN 062-032-030)
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Between October 1, 2024 and October 9, 2024, Lake County Code Enforcement (CE) performed an abatement for the property located at 16155 Quail Tr, Clearlake Oaks (Spring Valley), CA (property) owned by Phil Hemley and Kenneth Nicholson. In accordance with Lake County Code Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-42, the Board of Supervisors shall hear and consider the account and proposed assessment, together with objections and protests thereto. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board may make such modifications and revisions of the proposed account and assessment as it deems just and may order the account and proposed assessment confirmed or denied, in whole or in part or as modified and revised. The abatement was performed under the COPTR (Community Oriented Policing and Targeted Relief) program, which is a Lake County Board of Supervisors (BOS) approved program to allocate additional County resources to those underserved areas along the Northshore of the County, where public safety and well-being cannot be attained without the community's belief that their well-being is at the heart of all enforcement activities.
Property Information:
Property Owners: Phil Hemley (50% interest)
Kenneth Nicholson (50% interest)
Zoning Designation: "SR" Suburban Reserve
Lot Type: Vacant lot (prior existing structure(s) were damaged during Mendocino Complex fire in 2018)
Lot Size: �0.38 acres
Tax Delinquency: Default date 6/30/2021 in the approximate balance amount of $2,398.14
Investigation Background and Fact(s):
Code Enforcement had been receiving complaints against the property starting in 2019. The property was involved in either the 2018 Pawnee / Mendocino Complex fire (July 2018) where the primary residence, a manufactured home incurred severe fire damage and was removed from the property. In 2018, either a Governor's Executive Order or proclamation by the BOS was passed to defer provisions of the Lake County Zoning Ordinance to allow property owners the ability to begin recovery efforts by allowing property owners to live on their parcels in structures that do not meet minimum construction standards, when conditions are deemed safe. The owners for the subject property exercised the emergency provisions in July 2019, by obtaining the issuance of a building permit for temporary dwelling and electrical. Over five (5) years have passed since the governor's executive order or the BOS proclamation, and those emergency measures have since expired.
In addition, but not germane to the issue being heard before the BOS and should not be taken into consideration by the BOS when making a determination as to the subject action of the lien hearing today, starting in August 2023 the property was identified by Lake County Special Districts as a contributor to excessive water use in the Spring Valley area which increases the cost to produce water by straining the system, increasing the costs of utilities and treatment chemicals, increases wear and tear on the system, shortening the useful life of equipment and filter media, and increases repair costs. Also on July 8, 2024, Lake County Environmental Health issued violations against the property for "excessive debris covering septic leach field, occupied trailers with first obtaining a temporary dwelling permit, and septic permit expiration. (Attachment A - EH Notice of Violation)
On February 4, 2022 and April 22, 2022, Code Enforcement issued a "Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate" (NONOTA) against the property. Both notices provided for a thirty (30) day correction period and provided information if the property owner or any other interested wished to request a hearing/appeal. The NONOTOA cited the following violation(s) of the Lake County Code: (Attachment B - Photos) (Attachment C - NONOTA 2/4/2022) (D - NONOTA 4/22/2022)
* LCC Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1, Subsection (e) (4) - Condition dangerous to human life, unsafe, or detrimental to the public health or safety
* LCC Chapter 13, Article, I, Section 13-3.1 (e) (7) - The existence of garbage, rubbish, or which creates a fire hazard
* LCC Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1, Subsection (e) (8) - Items causing an unsightly appearance which is visible from the scenic corridor or public right of way or sites of neighboring properties or which provides harborage for rats and/or other vermin, or creates other potential health hazard or public nuisance.
* LCC Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1, Subsection (e) (13) - Abandoned, dismantled, wrecked, or inoperable motor vehicles, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, trailers, campers, boats or parts thereof.
* LCC Chapter 13, Article, I, Section 13-3.1 (e) (5) - Any use of land, buildings, or premises established, operated, or maintained contrary to the provisions of Chapter 21.
More Specifically: (the following are the related code section(s) cited in connection or pursuant Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1 (e) (5)):
* LCC Chapter 21, Article 9 - Not first meeting the primary purpose of the zoning designation (secondary use, storage)
* LCC Chapter 21, Article 42, Section 42.11 - Open and Outdoor Storage, not maintain in compliance.
On or about March 3, 2024, a "Notice of Intent to Abate" along with a "Right-of-Entry" form was mailed to the property owner at the address listed with County records. (Attachment E)
On or about August 2, 2024, a "Last and Final Notice/packet" was mailed to the property owner along with copies of the 4/22/2022 NONOTA and a "Right-of-Entry" form, providing a final request to correct the violations; and to satisfy the requirements of California Code of Civil Procedure 1822.51 requesting consent from the responsible parties prior to obtaining an inspection and abatement warrant. (Attachment F)
On or about August 29, 2024, for each of the vehicles located on the property in violation of the County Code, twelve (12) letters were mailed out to the registered owners informing them the vehicles were located on the property and in violation. The letters provided the registered owners with an opportunity to claim their vehicles prior to the abatement and removal of the vehicles from the property. Only one response was received, and the individual did not wish to reclaim the vehicle.
On September 26, 2024, an "Inspection and Abatement" warrant was signed by Lake County Superior Court judge allowing access onto the property and to abatement of those issue(s) cited for being in violation pursuant to the NONOTA dated February 4, 2022 and April 19, 2022.
Abatement:
Between September 27, 2024 to October 10, 2024 Code Enforcement proceed with the abatement process as the violations existing on the property had not corrected and the property owners failed to demonstrate substantial progress or any real intention to correct the violations. Due to the fact the violation(s) existing on the property created a public nuisance and/or a health and safety issue for the surrounding properties, Code Enforcement obtained an inspection and abatement warrant and moved forward with an abatement to correct the violations existing on the property by removal (Attachment G). Code Enforcement enlisted the services of Leonard's Hauling to perform the abatement. The contractor cost of the abatement is $22,855.00 (Attachment H); plus the costs for the tow contractor Jones Towing in the amount of $1,450 (Attachment I); plus the costs for the tow contractor Kelseyville Salvage in the amount of $1,600 (Attachment J); plus administration fees in the amount of $3,372.20 (Attachment k) for a total abatement cost of $29,277.20.
The abatement consisted of the removal of:
* 44,180 lbs. of trash and debris
* 30 tires with rims
* 15 tires without rims
* 2 fifth wheel recreational vehicles demolished
* 2 1/2 bumper pull trailers demolished
* 4 loads of scrap metal
* 2 class C motor homes demolished
* 6 vehicles towed
* 1 Recreational Vehicle was towed
* 1 toilet
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Evidence:
Attachment(s) - A - EH Notice of Violation
B - Violation Photos
C - Notice of Nuisance and Order to 2/4/2022
D - Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate 4/22/2022
E - Notice of Intent to Abate and Right-of-Entry form
F - Last and Final packet
G - Post Abatement Photos
H - Contractor Invoice
I - Jones Towing Invoice
J - Kelseyville Salvage Invoice
K - Cost Recovery Task Sheet
County Witness(es):
Marcus Beltramo, Code Enforcement Manager
Norman Valdez III, Code Enforcement Supervisor
Michael Herringshaw, Code Enforcement Officer
Recommended Action
Staff recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a lien in the amount of $29,277.20 and direct staff to record the lien against the property with the Lake County Recorders Office, after recordation, shall be delivered to the County Auditor who shall enter the amount of the lien on the assessment roll as special assessments.
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved a lien in the amount of $29,277.20 and directed staff to record the lien against the property with the Lake County Recorders Office, after recordation, shall be delivered to the County Auditor who shall enter the amount of the lien on the assessment roll as special assessments. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
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 Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.81:30 P.M.- Informational Update on Cannabis Ordinance Task Force Recommendations (Continued from December 17, 2024)
Report
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner introduced the item to the Board. Assistant Planner Mary Claybon presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke: Bill Wilson, Angela Ameral, Sara Bodnar, Peter Lucetti, Tom Lacjik, Holly Harris, Andrew Daabs Cramer, Jim Comstock, Peter Simon, Maria Kann, Jennifer Smith, Richard Derum, Julia Bono, Margaux Kambara, and Carlos Bono. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.93:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Vicious Animal Abatement Case Number #7296, located at Elk Mountain Road, Upperlake CA 95485 (Courtney Palmer)
Public Hearing
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
At the request of Cortney Palmer, this hearing has been scheduled to appeal a vicious animal abatement order imposed by Animal Care and Control for Appellant Palmer's 4 dogs.
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, moved to modify the current draft of the abatement order to include the hard deadline of January 21st to satisfy all conditions as stated and to add the condition that by that day that the owner prior to retrieval pay all fees that are outlined in accordance with section 4-4 of the lake county code. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Deputy Animal Care and Control Officer Jessica Leishman and Animal Care and Control Director Gregory Wilkins presented the item to the Board. Appellant Courtney Palmer, Katy Delbar, Antonio Gonzales, Gary Johnson, County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano, Matthew Delbar, and Taylor Delbar spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Approval of Agreement Between County of Lake -Lake County Behavioral Health Services as Lead Agency for the Lake County Continuum of Care and Lake County Office of Education for Fiscal Year 2024-27 in the Amount of $125,000.00
Agreement
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Housing First model prioritizes securing stable housing as the essential first step for unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness. This program provides immediate emergency assistance, rapid rehousing, and temporary shelter with a focus on high-risk youth. In addition to housing support, the program offers comprehensive services including case management, mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and life skills training aimed at fostering long-term stability.
Youth will also be connected to critical resources such as education, job training, and medical services, and assisted with securing permanent housing and rental assistance. To assess program effectiveness, data will be collected on key outcomes including successful housing placements, client satisfaction, and improvements in education and employment. All materials will be designed to be accessible and culturally sensitive, ensuring they meet the unique needs of the youth we serve.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement Between County of Lake - Lake County Behavioral Health Services as Lead Agency for the Lake County Continuum of Care and Lake County Office of Education for Fiscal Year 2024-27 in the Amount of $125,000.00.
| Estimated Cost | $125,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $125,000.00 |
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Agreement Between County of Lake -Lake County Behavioral Health Services as Lead Agency for the Lake County Continuum of Care and Lake County Office of Education for Fiscal Year 2024-27 in the Amount of $125,000.00 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of Resignation of Lake County Fire Chiefs Association from the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force, and Request to Remove the Position from Task Force Membership
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Cannabis Ordinance Task Force (COTF) was formed by the Board of Supervisors on July 12, 2022, to develop recommendations to update and streamline the County's Cannabis Policy. The COTF includes eight positions including North and South County Residents, cannabis industry, Farm Bureau, Conventional Agriculture, Lake County Cannabis Alliance, Tribal Representative, and Fire District Representative.
On December 3, 2024, Staff received a letter of resignation from the Lake County Fire Chiefs Association. Due to their demanding schedules, they are no longer able to provide a representative for the COTF. In follow up discussions, they recommended that the Fire District Representative position be removed from the COTF, rather than fill it with someone outside of the Fire Chiefs Association.
The input from the fire representatives have been very helpful as the Task Force has navigated through a long list of cannabis policy issues. When the draft Ordinance is ready for review, it will be sent to the Fire Chiefs for their input. At this late stage of COTF, the absence of a fire district representative will not negatively impact their progress.
Staff recommends the Board of Supervisors amend the roster of the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force to remove the Fire District Representative position.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends the Board of Supervisors amend the roster of the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force to remove the Fire District Representative position.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved Resignation of Lake County Fire Chiefs Association from the Cannabis Ordinance Task Force, and Request to Remove the Position from Task Force Membership. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of the following Advisory Board appointments:
Big Valley Advisory Council
Cobb Municipal Advisory Council
First Five Lake County
Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee
Lake County Resource Conservation District
Law Library Advisory Board
Library Advisory Board
Appointment
Motion carried · 7 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The following Advisory Boards and Commissions have vacancies as of January 1, 2025, and applications for consideration have been received.
Big Valley Advisory Council: Three (3) vacancies
Two (2) General Membership, and one (1) Alternate
Rick White, Incumbent - Alternate
Cobb Municipal Advisory Council: Three (3) vacancies
Two (2) Member-At-Large, and one (1) Alternate
Paul Duncan, New Applicant - Alternate
Christopher Nettles, Incumbent - Member-At-Large
Donald Strickler, Incumbent - Member-At-Large
First Five Lake County: Two (2) vacancies
Two (2) Member-At-Large
Carolynn Rosen, New Applicant - Member-At-Large
Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee: Five (5) vacancies
One (1) representative from Supervisorial Districts: 1 & 3, one (1) Education, and one (1) Recreation Industry
Angela DePalma-Dow, New Applicant - Education
Justin Ratcliffe, Incumbent - District 3
Julia Carrera - District 3
Lake County Resource Conservation District: Two (2) vacancies
One (1) representative from Supervisorial District: 1, and one (1) Member-at-Large
Charles Barron, New Applicant - District 1
Steve Campbell, New Applicant - District 1
Mary Daly, New Applicant - District 1
Kate Schmidt-Hopper, Incumbent - District 1
Law Library Board: One (1) annual vacancy
Dennis Fordham, Incumbent
Library Advisory Board: Five (5) vacancies
One (1) representative from Supervisorial Districts: 1, 2, & 3
Kate Schmidt-Hopper, New Applicant - District 1
Paula Warner, New Applicant - District 1
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, appointed Rick White to the Big Valley Advisory Council.The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, appointed Paul Duncan, Christopher Nettles, Donald Strickler to the Cobb Municipal Advisory Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Carolyn Rosen to First Five Lake County. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, appointed Justin Ratcliffe to the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Steve Campbell to the Lake County Resource Conservation District. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, appointed Dennis Fordham to the Law Library Advisory Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Paula Warner to the Library Advisory Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Administrative Analyst Carolyn Purdy presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell 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 Request for Board Direction Regarding the County of Lake Serving as Lead Applicant for the California Dept. of Conservation’s Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program Grant Pre Application
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Community Development Staff has been approached by the Resource Conservation District with a request to serve as Lead Agency for the above listed grant. Tasks proposed include the following:
1. Grant administration
2. "State of the ag" report - GIS mapping of Important Farmland in Lake County and identification of areas facing high risk of conversion to other uses; and Economic analysis of the agricultural sector
3. Broad community engagement - Emphasis on Tribal engagement; Support for continuing to convene ag stakeholders group (building directly on December 2024 meeting)
4. Integration with County CDD planning efforts - Building on General Plan/CAP; and Developing planning guidelines and/or other document to steer future implementation
5. Evaluation of incentivizing tools for ag land conservation: easements, Williamson Act, support with transitions in cropping systems, etc. - Utilization of a carbon sequestration quantification method for measuring and monetizing greenhouse gas reductions in the ag sector; and Demonstrate capacity for carbon-smart practices to offset emissions from other economic sectors over a designated timespan
Eligible Applicants include: Counties, cities, local area formation commissions (LAFCOs), councils of government, municipal planning organizations, regional transportation planning agencies, groundwater sustainability agencies, special districts with land use or transportation planning authority, and Federally recognized California Native American tribe or a non-Federally recognized California Native American tribe that is on the contact list maintained by the Native American Heritage Commission are eligible to apply.
Resource Conservation Districts (RCD) may apply if they team up with one of the Applicants listed above. Lake County's RCD approached LAFCO but they were not able to serve as Lead Applicant. There are ongoing conversations with both Community Development and the Agriculture Department to see if either department would be the best fit to serve as Lead Applicant. A Preapplication letter is required no later than January 31, 2025. The agency identified as Lead Applicant must enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the RCD if the grant funds are approved. This MOU would assign to the Lead Applicant the fiscal management of the grant, and regular report submission to the Grantor, with RCD assuming responsibility for the majority of the grant activities and production of grant deliverables.
Staff requests Board direction on whether the County of Lake should serve as Lead Applicant for this grant preapplication letter, and which department would be the best fit for Lead Applicant.
Recommended Action
Staff requests Board direction on whether the County of Lake should serve as Lead Applicant for this grant preapplication letter, and which department would be the best fit for Lead Applicant.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, Moved to designate CDD to serve as applicant for California Dept. of Conservation's Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program Grant Pre Application. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board. RCD representative Noah Cordell spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6Consideration of Resolution Accepting the Work of the Lucerne Harbor Dredging Project (24-13) and Directing the Public Services Director to File the Notice of Completion
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On October 1, 2024, your Board executed a construction contract with Marz General Engineering in the amount of $211,700 for the dredging of Lucerne Harbor. On December 13, 2024, the work was completed to the satisfaction of the Public Services Director.
A resolution accepting the work and directing the Public Services Director to file the Notice of Completion with the Lake County Recorder's Office is attached.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Accepting the Work of the Lucerne Harbor Dredging Project (24-13) and Directing the Public Services Director to File the Notice of Completion
Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.7a) Consideration of a Resolution for an Exception to the 180-day Wait Period to Hire a CalPERS Retiree as an Extra-Help County Employee; and b) Consideration of Advanced Step Hiring of Brian Powers as an Extra-Help Employee
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
State law prevents a CalPERS retiree from employment with a public employer in the CalPERS system for a period of 180 days following the date of retirement, unless the appointment is necessary because the retired employee has skills needed to perform critical work of limited duration, in which case the waiting period can be waived by the appointing governing body.
As your Board is aware, the Public Services Department is managing multiple capital improvement projects. Included among these projects is the renovation of the former National Guard Armory into the Lake County Sheriff Administration Center, the Courthouse Campus Solar Carport Array, the design and construction of the Eastlake Sanitary Landfill Phase 2 and 3 Cell, and the Kelseyville Senior Center Renovation. In light of the anticipated construction management demands of these projects, I believe it is in the best interest of the County to augment the construction management of these projects on an extra help basis by Brian Powers, who recently retired from the department as the Public Works Construction Project Manager. Mr. Powers is uniquely skilled for the responsibilities of the position and has significant prior experience in all facets of the department, including critically needed experience in construction management.
Should your Board adopt the Resolution, I am requesting approval for an advanced step hire for Brian Powers at Step 5. Mr. Powers has over twenty years of construction and project management experience, including ten years working for the County as Facilities Project Supervisor, Parks and Project Superintendent, and Public Works Construction Project Manager.
Recommended Action
A) Adopt the Resolution for an exception to the 180-day wait period pursuant to government code sections 7522.56 and 21224 for Brian Powers; and B) Approve the Advanced Step 5 Hiring of Brian Powers.
a) Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
b) Advanced Step Hiring of Brian Powers as an Extra-Help Employee
Clerk’s notes: Public Services Director Lars Ewing presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.8Consideration of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Harmony Research LLC to increase the total compensation to the Contractor to a total not to exceed $615,000
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Treasurer-Tax Collectors office is seeking an amendment to the existing agreement with Harmony Research LLC, seeking to expand maximum compensation to $615,000 from $307,500. There is no change to applicable rates.
Auction expense is assigned to each individual parcel posted for sale and is included in the minimum auction bid. Said costs are typically recovered via auction proceeds or parcel redemption. When the properties are not sold or the minimum bid is reduced, these costs may not be successfully recovered. It remains possible that cost recovery may cease to become effective during the term of this agreement due to the value of the existing inventory eligible for sale.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Harmony Research LLC. to increase the total compensation to the Contractor to a total not to exceed $615,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Harmony Research LLC to increase the total compensation to the Contractor to a total not to exceed $615,000. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Treasurer-Tax Collector Patrick Sullivan presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. Closed Session
8.1Public Employee Evaluation:
Title: Water Resources Director
Closed Session Item
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda.
8.2Public Employee Evaluation:
Title: Special Districts Administrator
Closed Session Item
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda.
8.3Public Employee Evaluation:
Title: Air Pollution Control Officer
Closed Session Item