Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, June 17, 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
5.1Adopt a Proclamation Designating June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING JUNE 19TH, 2025, AS
JUNETEENTH: NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY
WHEREAS, Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and is a profoundly significant celebration of freedom, symbolizing the end of the oppressive era of slavery in the United States; and
WHEREAS, on June 19th each year, we look back to this day in 1865, on which Union General Gordon Granger led troops into Galveston, Texas, to announce the end of the Civil War and the insidious institution of slavery. Thousands of enslaved people in Texas - among the last to learn of their independence - tasted hard-won freedom for the first time; and
WHEREAS, over the next several decades, African Americans who journeyed out of the South seeking better lives brought Juneteenth celebrations with them. The thousands who settled in California, especially in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, taught our state that America's struggle for independence did not end in 1776 or 1865, but continues to this day; and
WHEREAS, we are urged to reflect on the ongoing cause of freedom for Black Americans - remembering that, though General Granger's announcement in 1865 called for "absolute equality," that vision was, and remains, far from complete; and
WHEREAS, as we recognize the significance of the this pivotal moment in history and its enduring impact on the struggle for equality and justice, we urge people of all backgrounds to reflect, celebrate, and continue the journey towards freedom.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby recognize June 19th, 2025, as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day.
Recommended Action
Adopt a Proclamation Recognizing June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day
5.2Approve MOU between the County of Lake Behavioral Health, lead agency of the Lake County Continuum of Care (LCCoC), and the Lake County Community Foundations to be the Fiscal Agent for the LCCoC and authorize the Chair to sign
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Continuum of Care is seeking to obtain more grant funding to reduce the population of those in Lake County that are experiencing homelessness. Lake County Behavioral Health staff have been hard at work ensuring that we continue to obtain the grants made available to us but have limited capacity to seek out other sources for grant funding to help the LCCoC reach its many strategic goals.
The Lake County Community Foundations has graciously offered to partner with the LCCoC and become a fiscal agent partner and work on getting new grant funding for the LCCoC. With this MOU LCCoC is anticipated to expand its services and its housing continuum in order to get people off our streets and sheltered appropriately.
Recommended Action
Approve MOU between the County of Lake Behavioral Health, lead agency of the Lake County Continuum of Care (LCCoC), and the Lake County Community Foundations to be the Fiscal Agent for the LCCoC and authorize the Chair to sign.
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 |
|---|
5.4Approve 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
5.5Approve 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
5.6Approve Letters of Support Responsive to State Legislative Update of May 13, 2025, and Authorize the Chair to Sign: (a) SB 346; (b) AB 418; (c) AB 259; (d) AB 339 and authorize the Chair to sign
Letter
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As your Board will recall, Nielsen Merksamer Parrinello Gross & Leoni has served as the County of Lake's State-level Advocacy Firm since January 2024. Their trusted support in Sacramento with your Board's Legislative Priorities has been highly valuable; all four Bills on which your Board took a formal position during the 2024 Legislative session were meaningfully influenced by our lobbying firm's actions on behalf of Lake County.
On Tuesday, May 13, Geoff Neill presented a State Legislative Update, and your Board expressed interest in engaging on the following Bills:
* SB 346 (Short-Term Rentals)
* AB 418 (Chapter 8 Sales)
* AB 259 (Extension of Brown Act sunsets)
* AB 339 (Limits Contracting)
* AB 470 (Carrier of Last Resort)
* SB 707 (Brown Act)
As of this writing, AB 470 has been re-referred to the Committee on Rules, and a Letter is considered untimely. Additionally, substantial Amendments were recently made to AB 707, and staff recommends waiting for the language of the Bill to clarify prior to your Board adopting a formal position.
Therefore, this Consent Item provides for Approval of position letters for SB 346, AB 418, AB 259, and AB 339. Given your Board's previous discussion of these Bills, it is anticipated these Letters will be non-controversial. When appropriate, given changes to SB 707 and potential for changes to AB 470 (if it emerges from the Rules Committee), a Discussion Item on one or both of those Letters will be brought forth.
Staff Recommends your Board Approve the Letters, in consistency with your discussion and direction of May 13, 2025, and Authorize the Chair to Sign. As is customary, approved Letters will be routed to our State Legislative Delegation, in addition to the addressee(s).
Recommended Action
Approve Letters of Support Responsive to State Legislative Update of May 13, 2025, and Authorize the Chair to Sign: (a) SB 346; (b) AB 418; (c) AB 259; (d) AB 339 and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.7Appoint Assistant County Administrative Officer, Stephen Carter, Jr. as Interim Animal Care and Control Director effective July 1, 2025
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Animal Care and Control Director, Gregory Wilkins, has given his resignation effective June 30, 2025. Please appoint Assistant County Administrative Officer, Stephen Carter, Jr. as Interim Animal Care and Control Director effective July 1, 2025, to continue until the position has been filled.
Recommended Action
Appoint Assistant County Administrative Officer, Stephen Carter, Jr. as Interim Animal Care and Control Director effective July 1, 2025.
5.8Approve the Agreement Between County of Lake and Davis Guest Home, Inc., for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for FY 2025-26 in the Amount of $300,000 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services respectfully requests the Board's approval of an agreement with Davis Guest Home, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2025-26, in an amount not to exceed $300,000. The agreement provides adult residential support and specialty mental health services for clients requiring long-term, conserved care in a structured, licensed setting.
Davis Guest Home is a long-standing partner that delivers high-quality care to clients with serious mental illness who need 24-hour supervision and support. Over the past year, the facility has served seven of our conserved clients, providing continuity of care and avoiding unnecessary institutionalization.
This agreement ensures continued placement for current residents and access to services for additional clients as needed throughout the contract year.
Recommended Action
Approve the Agreement Between County of Lake and Davis Guest Home, Inc., for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for FY 2025-26 in the Amount of $300,000 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Amount Budgeted | $300,000 |
|---|
5.9Approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Drug Medi-Cal Service Provider Redwood Community Services, Inc. Tule House Perinatal Residential Services ASAM Level 3.1 Outpatient Drug Free ASAM Level 1 and Intensive Outpatient Treatment ASAM Level 2.1 for Fiscal Years 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27 with No Change to the Contract Maximum and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This Amendment updates the original Agreement effective on July 1, 2024, between the County and Contractor. The purpose of the Amendment is to correct the address locations for outpatient service delivery, add CPT codes to authorize the provision of Peer Services and include provisions regarding charges for SmartCare users. There is no change to the maximum contract amount.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of
Lake and Drug Medi-Cal Service Provider Redwood Community Services, Inc. Tule House
Perinatal Residential Services ASAM Level 3.1 Outpatient Drug Free ASAM Level 1 and
Intensive Outpatient Treatment ASAM Level 2.1 for Fiscal Years 2024-25, 2025-26, and
2026-27 with No Change to the Contract Maximum and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
5.10Approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and BHC Fremont Hospital Inc., for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization for Fiscal Year 2024-25 to increase total compensation by $100,000 for a new contact maximum of $200,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Background
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS), acting as the designated Mental Health Plan (MHP) under California's Medi-Cal Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) program, is obligated to ensure access to medically necessary acute inpatient psychiatric hospital services for eligible Medi-Cal beneficiaries, in compliance with Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) �438.206(c)(1), California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 9, Section 1810.345, and Welfare and Institutions Code (W&I Code) �5600.4 and �5600.9. Due to the absence of an acute psychiatric hospital within Lake County, LCBHS must contract with out-of-county providers to meet its network adequacy standards (CCR, Title 9, �1810.435) and ensure timely care under federal and state Medicaid managed care requirements (42 CFR �438.68 and 42 CFR �438.207).
Original Agreement (March 31, 2025):
The Board of Supervisors approved an agreement (24.25.47) with BHC Fremont Hospital for the provision of acute inpatient psychiatric hospital services and associated professional services for Lake County Medi-Cal beneficiaries, with a not-to-exceed amount of $100,000 for FY 2024-2025. This agreement was structured to comply with federal and state regulations, including:
* Title 9, CCR, Sections 1810.380 and 1810.385, regarding oversight and audit requirements;
* 42 CFR Part 438, Subpart E, for program integrity and compliance;
* The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, False Claims Act, and HIPAA (45 CFR Parts 160 and 164);
* W&I Code �5325 et seq. for patient rights;
* California Government Code �12920 et seq. and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act for non-discrimination.
Amendment No. 1 (May 2025):
Due to higher-than-anticipated utilization of services, the parties agreed to increase the contract maximum by an additional $100,000, resulting in a revised total not-to-exceed amount of $200,000 for FY 2024-2025. This amendment ensures continued access to critical inpatient psychiatric services for Lake County beneficiaries, aligning with network adequacy standards and the County's contractual obligations under its MHP agreement with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), as governed by W&I Code �14712(c)(3) and the Special Terms and Conditions (STCs) of the Medi-Cal 1915(b) Waiver.
Key Compliance Provisions:
* The Contractor must maintain all required licenses and certifications (CCR, Title 9, �1810.435).
* The Contractor must comply with federal and state confidentiality requirements, including 42 CFR Part 2, 45 CFR Part 164 (HIPAA), and W&I Code �5328.
* Services must meet the standards outlined in the Community Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) and the Medi-Cal Provider Manual for SMHS.
* Rates of reimbursement adhere to the Short-Doyle Medi-Cal claiming structure, with facility and professional fees clearly delineated.
Fiscal Impact
The total revised agreement amount is $200,000, funded by Medi-Cal and realignment revenues, consistent with the County's budgetary authority. Payments will follow the fiscal provisions outlined in the agreement, including rates for specific populations and services, and adherence to billing and documentation requirements.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the executive summary and the accompanying agreement and amendment documents for submission to the Board of Supervisors for final approval.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and BHC Fremont Hospital Inc., for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization for Fiscal Year 2024-25 to increase total compensation by $100,000 for a new contact maximum of $200,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
| Amount Budgeted | $100,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Additional Requested | $100,000.00 |
5.11Approve Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes May 13, 2025 and May 20, 2025
Action Item
passed on consent
5.12Approve the General Services Agreement between the County of Lake and NCE Engineering & Environmental Services for Landscape Architecture and Planning Services, and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On March 12, 2024, your Board approved a pre-qualified list of landscape architecture and planning service providers available for future work with the County. The list included NCE, and Public Services staff anticipates future work with NCE. Consequently, staff prepared for your Board's consideration a General Services Agreement with NCE that establishes general terms and conditions for future work.
Recommended Action
Approve the General Services Agreement between the County of Lake and NCE Engineering & Environmental Services for Landscape Architecture and Planning Services, and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement
5.13Approve budget transfer from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 to the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Sheriff's Department requests approval to transfer funds from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 into the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301 in order to process payroll through fiscal year end. It is projected there will be a shortfall in this budget due to staffing issues resulting in overtime being worked in addition to the mandatory 4/12 weekly shifts currently being scheduled. These staffing issues have been caused by vacancies in addition to various leaves of absence by staff. This shortfall was noted during the mid-year review and was anticipated.
Recommended Action
Approve budget transfer from the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201 to the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301
5.14(a) Approve purchases of replacement computer equipment from MGT Impact Solutions, Dell and Berkeley Communications and (b) Approve budget transfer from the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301 to the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget 2202.
Action Item
pulled on consent
Motion carried · 3 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 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 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 Lake County Sheriff's Office relies on a system of servers to conduct business operations on a daily basis which are now past their service life.
Our existing RIMS server is operating on Windows Server 2012, which has reached its end of life and is no longer receiving critical security updates from Microsoft. As a result, the system is increasingly vulnerable to security risks and operational failures. This is one of two remaining Windows Server 2012 systems in our environment, and we are beginning to experience compatibility issues due to recent updates released for supported systems. These updates are starting to break functionality on our legacy servers, making it clear that continued operation on these platforms is unsustainable.
Additionally, our Sheriff's Office relies heavily on two HyperFlex servers that currently host our virtualized environment for all Sheriff-related virtual machines. These servers must also be replaced to maintain system reliability, performance, and compatibility with modern software requirements.
As part of this infrastructure upgrade, we will also update the RIMS server's operating system and migrate to a supported version of Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) to ensure the integrity, performance, and supportability of our data systems.
These upgrades are essential to maintain uninterrupted operations, secure communication, data storage, and user access across all Sheriff's Office functions.
This project includes exemptions from the completive bidding process per Lake County Code of Ordinances Article X sections 2-38.4 and 2-38.5. The quote for the recommended Dell servers is based on the NASPO Computer Equipment PA - California competitively bid contract. Microsoft licensing will be procured through the Riverside County Microsoft competitively bid contract. The Cisco switches will be acquired under the FOCUS #2021092 competitively bid contract. The NetApp all-flash filer is manufactured by NetApp, which is the sole source provider of this product.
This request has been reviewed and approved by our Information Technology Director Shane French.
The solution will be implemented by a one-time purchase of hardware and software not to exceed $150,000.00 with a subsequent annual license fee of approximately $2,650.00 per year. Funding is being allocated in the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget unit 2202, object code 62.74. Total funds in the amount of $200,000, from the security project are being transferred at this time.
Proposed IT summary:
Project 1: Replace Hypervisor (virtual server) hardware:
* This will replace your existing 2 Cisco Hyperflex servers
* These servers run vmware hypervisor which, in turn, runs all of your Sheriff VMs (sheriff servers)
* This is a hardware-only replacement of storage and computers
Project 2: Update RIMS server OS and SQL
* We will set up a new VM for RIMS
* We will install Windows server 2022 and SQL 2022/2025
* We will migrate your existing RIMS install to this new server
* You already have the licensing for Server 2022, just need to purchase the SQL licenses.
* $29,994.07 for (2) servers-this quote includes tax and shipping. This item is being purchased on a piggyback contract.
* $54,919.64 for storage appliance includes tax and shipping. This item can be justified as sole source. Only available from this company.
* $39,629.16 for 2 new 25/100Gb switches (optional, and could be added later. Allows you to connect storage at 25Gb instead of 10Gb). Includes tax and shipping. This item is being purchased on a piggyback contract.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve purchases of replacement computer equipment from MGT Impact Solutions, Dell and Berkeley Communications and (b) Approve budget transfer from the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301 to the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget 2202.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, waived the competitive bidding requirements per Lake County Code 2-38.4 cooperative purchases. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved purchases of replacement computer equipment from MGT Impact Solutions, Dell and Berkeley Communications and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved budget transfer from the Sheriff/Jail budget 2301 to the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget 2202. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Sheriff Lucas Bingham 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.
5.15Adopt Resolution Authorizing and Designating Special Districts Administrator, or designee, to submit a Financial Assistance Grant Application to the State Water Resources Control Board on behalf of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3, a Financial Assistance Application for a financing agreement from the SWRCB for the planning, design, and potential construction of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3 Consolidation Project.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The County of Lake Special Districts department will seek funding for planning documentation to determine the feasibility of consolidating three small water systems. The planning grant application will be submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), to evaluate the feasibility of consolidating three small water systems with the potential for the Kelseyville Waterworks District No. 3 being the receiving system. The district strives to be good stewards of their water resources and if the potential to consolidate three small water systems is feasible, the project will result in building system resiliency and sustainability. ______________________________________________________________________
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing and Designating Special Districts Administrator, or designee, to submit a Financial Assistance Grant Application to the State Water Resources Control Board on behalf of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3, a Financial Assistance Application for a financing agreement from the SWRCB for the planning, design, and potential construction of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3 Consolidation Project.
5.16Adopt Resolution Authorizing and Designating the Special Districts Administrator, or designee, to submit a Financial Assistance Grant Application to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) on behalf of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3, for the planning, design, and potential construction of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3 Consolidation Project.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The County of Lake Special Districts department will seek funding for planning documentation to determine the feasibility and exploration of wastewater system consolidation options for systems currently managed by the district and other systems identified during the planning process. The main sewer collection system is Kelseyville/Finley and the additional systems should be identified through the planning process including septic systems in the area. The planning grant application will be submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), to evaluate the feasibility of consolidating three small wastewater systems and septic systems with the potential for the Kelseyville Waterworks District No. 3 being the receiving system. The district strives to be good stewards of their water resources and if the potential to consolidate three small wastewater systems is feasible, the project will result in a safer more affordable system, building system resiliency and sustainability, as well as removal of septic systems in the Soda Bay communities. ______________________________________________________________________
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing and Designating the Special Districts Administrator, or designee, to submit a Financial Assistance Grant Application to the State Water Resources Control Board on behalf of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3, for the planning, design, and potential construction of the Kelseyville County Water Works District No. 3 Consolidation Project.
5.17Adopt Resolution Authorizing County Of Lake (The “Public Agency”) To Join With Other Public Agencies As a Founding Member and Participant Of California Fixed Income Trust (Calfit) Joint Powers Authority and to Invest in Interests of the Trust
Resolution
passed on consent
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 purpose of this item is to introduce the California Fixed Income Trust (CalFIT), a joint powers authority (JPA) being formed for the purpose of providing California local governments with additional options to invest short-term funds safely.
Our office is asking the Board of Supervisors to approve a new Joint Powers Authority (JPA) for a new local government investment pool (LGIP), called the California Fixed Income Trust JPA (CalFIT). CalFIT will provide the County and other local governments a low-volatility investment option for its most liquid funds. A new LGIP is needed in California alongside the already established ones which already exist due to rising cash balances and the need for diversification. Alameda County and Lake County are hoping to establish this today, on June 17th, 2025. San Diego County and the San Diego Water District plan to join soon, and it will be open to all public jurisdictions in California immediately upon its formation. There is no cost to the County in taking this action, and the County's involvement will allow the County to have a strong voice in the way the LGIP will operate.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing County of Lake (The "Public Agency") to Join with Other Public Agencies as a Founding Member and Participant of California Fixed Income Trust (Calfit) Joint Powers Authority and to Invest in Interests of the Trust.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.17 with the exception of item 5.14 which was pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
6. Timed Items
6.19:02 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Michael Newdow, Sterling Wellman, and Lake County Chamber of Commerce Director Amanda Martin spoke.
6.29:03 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Gabrielle Reil 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.
6.49:05 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING JUNE 19TH, 2025, AS
JUNETEENTH: NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY
WHEREAS, Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and is a profoundly significant celebration of freedom, symbolizing the end of the oppressive era of slavery in the United States; and
WHEREAS, on June 19th each year, we look back to this day in 1865, on which Union General Gordon Granger led troops into Galveston, Texas, to announce the end of the Civil War and the insidious institution of slavery. Thousands of enslaved people in Texas - among the last to learn of their independence - tasted hard-won freedom for the first time; and
WHEREAS, over the next several decades, African Americans who journeyed out of the South seeking better lives brought Juneteenth celebrations with them. The thousands who settled in California, especially in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, taught our state that America's struggle for independence did not end in 1776 or 1865, but continues to this day; and
WHEREAS, we are urged to reflect on the ongoing cause of freedom for Black Americans - remembering that, though General Granger's announcement in 1865 called for "absolute equality," that vision was, and remains, far from complete; and
WHEREAS, as we recognize the significance of the this pivotal moment in history and its enduring impact on the struggle for equality and justice, we urge people of all backgrounds to reflect, celebrate, and continue the journey towards freedom.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby recognize June 19th, 2025, as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth: National Freedom Day
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 the Lake County Community.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:10 A.M. - Consideration of Proposed Second Reading of Ordinance to Designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Local Responsibility Areas in the Unincorporated Lands of Lake County
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is required to classify lands within State Responsibility Areas (SRA) into Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) of Moderate, High, and Very High fire hazard severity based on consistent statewide criteria and based on the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas. In April of 2024, the FHSZ map for the state of California was adopted for the SRA.
Both the OSFM and CAL FIRE have now classified, evaluated, and recommended updates to the 2011 FHSZ in the LRA and released updated maps (Attachment 1) for a 90-day public review and comment period. The comment period started on April 12, 2025, with a press release issued by the Risk Reduction Authority (Attachment 2), with the maps available for review on the Ready.LakeCountyCA.gov website and at the Community Development Department (CDD). Public comment was received via email to CDD (Attachment 3).
What is new for this update is the incorporation of climate data. A 2-kilometer grid of climate data covering the years 2003-2018 has been used in this update. The previous model used stock
weather inputs across the state to calculate wildland fire intensity scores. The updated model will adjust fire intensity scores based on the most extreme fire weather at a given location considering temperature, humidity, and wind speed. In addition, ember transport has been modeled based on local distributions of observed wind speed and direction values instead of using a generic buffer distance for urban areas adjacent to wildlands.
This updated modeling also places an emphasis on the spread of embers. Embers spread wildfire because they can travel long distances in the wind and ignite vegetation, roofs, attics (by getting into vents), and decks.
All areas in the State Responsibility Area, including water bodies like Clear Lake, require a Fire Hazard Severity Zone designation. The 2007 FHSZ maps zoned all water as Moderate by default. For ease of viewing for Lake County residents, Clear Lake is shown as gray, (non-wildland), as areas of the shoreline have been designated as Moderate as well.
In the 2024 FHSZ model for the SRA, CAL FIRE added a buffer of FHSZ from the surrounding wildland into water bodies to account for potential threat of embers to buildings on docks and boats, as well as variation in lake height that occurs with drought.
Each jurisdiction is required to adopt the draft maps via ordinance. Amendments can be made to the map to increase the severity levels but not decrease them. The cities of Clearlake and Lakeport have already launched this process with their City Councils.
The draft Ordinance was approved for its first reading, with the amendment of a correction of a typographical error in Section 4, with a 4-1 vote (Supervisor Owen - No).
Recommended Action
Adopt the Ordinance Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Local Responsibility Areas in the Unincorporated Lands of Lake County.
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the ordinance as amended and stated by County Counsel and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Owen
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner 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.
6.69:15 A.M. - (Sitting as the Lake County Air Quality Management District, Board of Directors) LCAQMD FY 25/26 Draft Budget Hearing for Budget Units #8799 & #8798
Action Item
Motion carried · 5 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 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 4-1 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Air Quality Management District (District) maintains an active and effective air quality management program to protect the health and welfare of the populace of the Lake County Air Basin. This is a shared mission with State and Federal agencies. The District has primary responsibility for Stationary air pollution sources in conformance with all District regulations and State and Federal laws. As a designated Air Basin, the District participates in several local, State, and Federal programs by law. The District's attainment status with all of the Ambient Air Quality Standards (AAQS) has enabled flexibility when meeting State and Federal requirements.
The above referenced, June 17, 2025 draft budget hearing is intended to meet the requirements of California Health and Safety Code (H&SC) Section 40131.
Recommended Action
1) That the Board of Directors approve the FY 25/26 Draft Budget proposed for the District;
2) That the Board of Directors continue to be on record as opposed to any further State subvention cuts to the District, and is in support of the District pursuing increased State subvention funding to cover Legislative/State mandates in rural communities, and support District staff seeking additional funding to support the additional work load placed on the District;
3) That the Board of Directors be on record as supporting District staff to continue to participate on the CAPCOA Board of Directors when feasible, and to take a more active role in future years to represent the needs and interests of Lake County related to Air Quality program funding, regulations, and benefits;
4) That the Board of Directors continue their policy directive that health impacts, health risks, health based complaints, and mandated programs/requirements be given top priority, followed by activities that have regulatory time frames, and other funded activities which includes new permit issuance, periodic inspections, or as directed by the Board. Voluntary programs are on hold until all mandated programs are up to date; and
5) That the Board of Directors be on record as supporting District staff working with County Human Resources and County Administration to continue to review and develop improved recruitment and retention proposals for the District, and to bring proposals to the Board of Directors for discussion and/or direction.
On motion of Director Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved the FY 25/26 Draft Budget proposed for the District. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Director Pyska, and by vote of the Board, directed staff to opposed to any further State subvention cuts to the District, and is in support of the District pursuing increased State subvention funding to cover Legislative/State mandates in rural communities, and support District staff seeking additional funding to support the additional work load placed on the District. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Director Pyska, and by vote of the Board, directed staff continue to participate on the CAPCOA Board of Directors when feasible, and to take a more active role in future years to represent the needs and interests of Lake County related to Air Quality program funding, regulations, and benefits. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Director Pyska, and by vote of the Board, directed that the Board of Directors continue their policy directive that health impacts, health risks, health based complaints, and mandated programs/requirements be given top priority, followed by activities that have regulatory time frames, and other funded activities which includes new permit issuance, periodic inspections, or as directed by the Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Director Pyska, and by vote of the Board, moved that the Board of Directors be on record as supporting District staff working with County Human Resources and County Administration to continue to review and develop improved recruitment and retention proposals for the District, and to bring proposals to the Board of Directors for discussion and/or direction. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Director: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Air Pollution Control Director Doug Gearhart 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.
6.79:45 A.M. - Public Hearing - Consideration of a Resolution Dedicating Herndon Cemetery as Pioneer Memorial Park
Public Hearing
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In 2006, your Board approved Resolution 2006-116 declaring Abandonment of Herndon Pioneer Cemetery as a place of future interment. The cemetery has also been referred to as, "Lower Lake Pioneer Cemetery," "Herndon-Copsey Pioneer Cemetery," and, "Copsey Creek Cemetery" (APN 012-039-060), and similar derivatives. Resolution 2006-116 expressed that Board's intent the parcel would be Dedicated as a Memorial Park.
The parcel has been surveyed, and a legal description was created. All copings (i.e., borders or frames surrounding grave plots), improvements, and embellishments found to be a danger to the health, safety, comfort or welfare of the public have been removed. A Public Notice was published once a week for 4 weeks. The final step is to bring this Resolution before the Board of Supervisors for approval.
Your Board's Adoption of today's Resolution will ratify Resolution 2006-116, deem the cemetery Abandoned, and officially dedicate the parcel as "Pioneer Memorial Park."
This action by your Board is not intended to increase maintenance obligations or public use, but rather to formally acknowledge the abandonment of the cemetery."
Staff recommends your Board Adopt the Resolution.
Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution Dedicating Herndon Pioneer Cemetery as Pioneer Memorial Park
Supervisor offered the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, and Pyska
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein 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.
6.810:00 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Employees Association, Units #3, #4, & #5 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presented, today for the consideration of your Board is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Employees Association, Units 3, 4, & 5 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this MOU implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Incorporated Side Letters into the Memorandum of Understanding.
2. Bilingual add pay from 2.5% base pay for all hours worked to $225 per month.
3. Change Meet and Confer members from 3 to 5 members.
4. Added 2.5 % Differential / Add Pay for obtaining Class A/B license.
Employees who are required to possess a Class A/B driver's license due to the minimum requirements of the job description, shall receive a two and one-half percent (2.5%) of their base salary.
5. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years & Hours
Longevity Pay
1
10 years and 20,800 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
15 years and 31,200 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
20 years and 41,600 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
25 years and 52,000 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
30 years and 62,400 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
35 years and 72,800 hours
15.0% of base pay
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Employees Association (LCEA) Units 3, 4, & 5 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $2,978,654 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $2,978,654 |
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Employees Association, Units #3, #4, & #5 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
MOU LCEA Unit 3, 4, 5 Oct 21, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed LCEA_ Letter_Adin LCEA Side Letter Geothermal Hazardous Differential Add Pay 10.22.2024 Longevity Clarification Letter LCEA Unit 3,4,5 SideLetter_LCEA_Admin Juneteenth SideLetter_LCEA_Health Insurance monthly contribution SideLetter_LCEA_HR (1) Longevity SideLetter_LCEA_HR Bereavement Leave LCEA redline MOU DRAFT Unit 3, 4 & 5 Lake County Employee Association LCEA MOU 7.1.2025 - 6.30 signed Unit 3, 4 & 5 Lake County Employee Association LCEA MOU 7.1.2025 - 6.30 REVISED
6.910:01 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Correctional Officers Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Correctional Officers Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
MOU LCCOA Unit 6 Oct 21, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed LCCOA_Letter_Admin SideLetter_LCCOA_HR - Rotation of Special Assignments SideLetter_LCCOA_HR Bereavement Leave SideLetter_LCCOA_HR Health Insurance County Contribution SideLetter_LCCOA_HR Longevity Language SideLetter_LCCOA_HR DRAFT MOU LCCOA Unit 6 7.1.2025 - 6.30.2029 Red Line Unit 6 Lake County Correctional Officer Association LCCOA 7.1.2025 - 6.30.2029_Signed
6.1010:02 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Deputy District Attorney’s Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presented today for the consideration of your Board is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Deputy District Attorneys Association, Unit 8 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this MOU implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Incorporated Side Letters into the Memorandum of Understanding.
2. Changed Bilingual add pay from 2.5% base pay for all hours worked to $225 per month.
3. Updated the holiday schedule to align with the Court's official holiday calendar, as attorneys are required to appear in court on certain County-designated holidays. This change ensures greater consistency with court operations and minimizes scheduling conflicts.
4. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years & Hours
Longevity Pay
1
10 years and 20,800 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
15 years and 31,200 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
20 years and 41,600 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
25 years and 52,000 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
30 years and 62,400 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
35 years and 72,800 hours
15.0% of base pay
Recommended Action
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Deputy District Attorneys Association, LCDDA, Unit 8 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $360,062 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $360,062 |
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Deputy District Attorney's Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
1.MOU LCDDA Unit 8 Oct 21, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed LCDDA_Letter_Benefit Longevity Clarification Letter LCDDA Unit 8 SideLetter_LCDDA_HR Longevity Language SideLetter_LCDDAA_Admin Juneteenth SideLetter_LCDDAA_Health Insurance monthly contribution SideLetter_LCDDAA_HR Bereavement Leave 1. Redline LCAA Unit 8 Draft MOU 7.1.2025 Red Line Unit 8 Lake County Deputy District Attorneys Association LCDDA MOU 7.1.2025 - 6.30 -signed
6.1110:03 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Safety Employees Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presented today for the consideration of your Board is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Safety Employees Association, Unit 10 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this MOU implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028 County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Incorporated Side Letters into the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
2. Changed Bilingual incentive pay from 2.5% base pay for all hours worked to $225 per month.
3. Changed County benefit contribution from $1500 per month to 80% / 20%.
4. Changed how seniority is defined for call backs. Supervisors shall initiate callbacks based on employee seniority within their respective classifications.
5. Changed how seniority is defined to offer stand by assignments by classification. Supervisors shall offer stand by to employees by seniority within classification.
6. Change Deputy Probation Officer, Senior to Supervising Deputy Probation Officer.
7. Established an unpaid Assistant Firearm Instructor position to support training activities.
8. Added ability for Employees on alternative schedules to use accrued leave to supplement holiday pay in order to receive a full day's pay on designated holidays.
9. Add one (1) additional Weaponless Defense Instructor.
10. Updated overtime definition; Sick and Holiday are not considered time worked for overtime calculations
11. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years & Hours
Longevity Pay
1
10 years and 20,800 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
15 years and 31,200 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
20 years and 41,600 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
25 years and 52,000 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
30 years and 62,400 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
35 years and 72,800 hours
15.0% of base pay
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Safety Employees Association (LCSEA) Unit 10 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $56,231 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $56,231 |
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Safety Employees Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
MOU LCSEA Unit 10 Oct 21, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed LCSEA_Letter_Admin Group Insurance Longevity Clarification Letter LCSEA Unit 10 Longevity SideLetter LCSEA Unit 10 SideLetter_LCSEA_HR Bereavement Leave SideLetter_LCSEA_HR Health Insurance contribution SideLetter_LCSEA_Juneteenth Red Line LCSEA Draft MOU 7.1.2025 Unit 10 Lake County Safety Employee Association LCSEA 7.1.2025 - signed
6.1210:04 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Deputy Sheriff’s Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presented today for the consideration of your Board is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Deputy Sheriffs Association Unit 16, and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028.
Except as explained below, this MOU implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Incorporated all existing Side Letters into the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
2. Revised bilingual incentive pay from 2.5% of base pay for all hours worked to a flat rate of $225 per month.
3. Extended eligibility for 2.5% incentive pay to Sergeants assigned to manage the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.
4. Adjusted Range Master incentive pay from a flat $125 monthly rate to a 2.5%.
5. Increased SWAT Team incentive pay from 1% to 2.5%.
6. Introduced a 2.5% incentive pay for members of the Critical Response Team (CRT).
7. Added a 2.5% incentive pay for Search and Rescue assignments.
8. Increased on-call pay rates: from $20 to $50 for weekdays and from $25 to $75 for weekends.
9. Expanded the Department Head's authority to assign on-call duties to any employee as operationally required.
10. Overtime defined language update
11. Revised the grievance procedure by removing the Board of Supervisors as the final step and replacing it with a hearing officer or arbitration process.
12. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years and Hours
Longevity Pay
1
6 years and 12,480 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
11 years and 22,880 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
16 years and 33,280 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
21 years and 43,680 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
26 years and 54,080 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
31 years and 64,480 hours
15.0% of base pay
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Deputy Sheriffs Association (LCDSA) Unit 16 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028.
| Estimated Cost | $372,154 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $372,154 |
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Deputy Sheriff's Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
LCDSA Unit 16 MOU 2021 to 2025 - signed.pdf LCDSA_Letter_Admin Group Insurance Reso2023-120_PositionAllocation_Sheriff SideLetter_LCDSA_Admin Juneteenth SideLetter_LCDSA_HR Bereavment Leave SideLetter_LCDSA_HR Longevity Language RedLine LCDSA DRAFT Unit 16 MOU 7.125 to 6.30.28 Unit 16 Lake County Deputy Sheriff Association LCDSA MOU 7.1.25 to 6.30.28 - Final Unit 16 Lake County Deputy Sheriff Association LCDSA MOU 7.1.25 to 6.30.28 - REVISED Unit 16 Lake County Deputy Sheriff Association LCDSA MOU 7.1.25 to 6.30.28 - Signed
6.1310:05 A.M. - Consideration of Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned to the Confidential Unit, Section A, for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Consistent with the terms of your agreements with other labor groups, presented today for the consideration of your Board is the attached Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned the Confidential Unit, Section A, for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this Resolution implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation Study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Resolution Revisions:
1. Changed Bilingual incentive pay from 2.5% base pay for all hours worked to $225 per month.
2. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years & Hours
Longevity Pay
1
10 years and 20,800 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
15 years and 31,200 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
20 years and 41,600 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
25 years and 52,000 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
30 years and 62,400 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
35 years and 72,800 hours
15.0% of base pay
There are no other changes to the pre-existing terms and conditions of employment for Confidential Unit, Section A employees.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned to the Confidential Unit, Section A, for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $57,145 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $57,145 |
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
6.1410:06 A.M. - Consideration of Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned to the Confidential Unit, Section B, for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Consistent with the terms of your agreements with other labor groups, presented today for the consideration of your Board is the attached Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned to the Confidential Unit, Section B, for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this Resolution implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Changed Bilingual incentive pay from 2.5% base pay for all hours worked to $225 per month.
2. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime.
Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years & Hours
Longevity Pay
1
10 years and 20,800 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
15 years and 31,200 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
20 years and 41,600 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
25 years and 52,000 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
30 years and 62,400 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
35 years and 72,800 hours
15.0% of base pay
There are no other changes to the pre-existing terms and conditions of employment for Confidential Unit, Section B employees.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Employees Assigned to the Confidential Unit, Section B, for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $0 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $0 |
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
Reso 2021-123_Confidential B Oct 21, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Reso2023-59_ConfB_Health Insurance County Contribution Longevity Reso2023-84 Confidential B Reso2023-84_ConfidentialB_HR Longevity Language Reso 2023-19_CalPERS longevity language Reso2023-13_ConfidentialB_Admin Confidential B (CC) Resolution July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029
6.1510:07 A.M. - Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Sheriff’s Management Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Presented today for the consideration of your Board is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Sheriff Management Association, Unit 17 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
Except as explained below, this MOU implements the Compensation Study of March 2024 at 97.5% of market median. Wages for the affected classes will be paid at 97.5 of the mid-point of the 12 Comparison Counties. Those included small counties of comparable size as well as neighboring counties with which we directly compete for talent listed below.
Salary Comparison Counties
1. Calaveras
2. Colusa
3. Glenn
4. Humboldt
5. Mendocino
6. Napa
7. Nevada
8. Sonoma
9. Sutter
10. Tehama
11. Yolo
12. Yuba
The salary for each classification from step 1 through 5 shall be as shown in Attachment "A" which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein and reflects the following adjustments:
a. Beginning July 1, 2025, the County will implement the 2024 Compensation study at 97.5% of the market median.
b. Beginning July 1, 2026, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
c. Beginning July 1, 2027, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
d. Beginning July 1, 2028, the County will implement a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to base salaries.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Revisions:
1. Incorporated all existing Side Letters into the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
2. Longevity eligibility is now determined by an employee's total continuous service and total qualifying hours worked, excluding overtime. Longevity pay is calculated based on the employee's continuous years of service from their permanent hire date and total qualifying hours. Each longevity step corresponds to a 2.5% increase per the table below.
Step
Completion of Years and Hours
Longevity Pay
1
6 years and 12,480 hours
2.5% of base pay
2
11 years and 22,880 hours
5.0% of base pay
3
16 years and 33,280 hours
7.5% of base pay
4
21 years and 43,680 hours
10.0% of base pay
5
26 years and 54,080 hours
12.5% of base pay
6
31 years and 64,480 hours
15.0% of base pay
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) By and Between the Lake County Sheriffs Management Association (LCSMA) Unit 17 and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
| Estimated Cost | $56,231 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $56,231 |
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Memorandum of Understanding By and Between the Lake County Sheriff's Management Association and the County of Lake for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
MOU LCSMA Unit 17 Nov 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed ClarificationLetter_LCSMA_HR Longevity Language LCSMA_Letter_Revised_Admin_GroupInsurance Longevity Reso2023-86 Sheriff Management Reso 2023-21 CalPERS Longevity language Salary Sheriff Management_CC Reso2023-86_SheriffManagement_HR Longevity language Reso2023-120_PositionAllocation_Sheriff SideLetter_LCSMA_Admin Juneteenth SideLetter_LCSMA_HR Bereavement Leave SideLetter_LCSMA_HR Longevity Redline LCSMA Unit 17 Draft MOU July 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2029 Unit 17 Lake County Sheriff Management Association LCSMA 7.1.2025 -6.30 signed
6.1610:08 A.M. - Consideration of Resolution Establishing Salaries and Benefits for Management Employees for the Period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029
Action Item
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Casey Moreno 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.
Reso 2021-124_Management Nov 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2025 Signed Reso2024-109_AirQuality_HR Reso2023-101_PostionAllocation_Admin Reso2023-20_ CalPERS longevity Salary Management_CC Longevity Reso 2023-85 Management Juneteenth Holiday Reso2023-14_Management_Admin Health Benefit contibution 1500 Reso2023-60_Management_HR_encrypted_ Resolution_Management_July 1 2025 to June 30 2029 Resolution_Management_July 1 2025 to June 30 2029_Revised for missing page
6.1711:00 A.M. - HEARING - Consideration of Appeal of Planning Commission's Revocation of Major Use Permit (UP 20-50); for Commercial Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation of up to 110,000 sf; Located at 26102 19N16 Road, Lake Pillsbury (APN 001-030-36); Permittee: John Evans/Pillsbury Family Farms
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
On March 27, 2025, the Planning Commission approved the Community Development (CDD) Director's recommendation to revoke Major Use Permit (UP 20-50) for John Evans/Pillsbury Family Farms for commercial outdoor cannabis cultivation. They based their decision on the findings that the Permittee cultivated commercial cannabis in 2022 without a state license, and a background check disqualification for Pillsbury Family Farms, LLC Chief Financial Officer, Director, and cultivator Justin Quayle. The staff report and attachments are included as Exhibit 1.
An appeal of the Planning Commission's decision was received in a timely manner (Exhibit 2). The Appellant's basis for the appeal is listed below, with staff responses to follow.
1. The Applicant diligently pursued its state license.
2. Pending criminal record expungement should delay Board action.
3. Due process and discretion should be exercised fairly.
4. No ongoing public safety risk.
5. The disqualification of one individual member should not invalidate the entire permit.
1. The Applicant cultivated prior to securing a state license.
The Planning Commission approved Major Use Permit (UP 20-50) on January 27, 2022. Condition of Approval (COA) Item A.2 states, "This permit does not abridge or supersede the regulatory powers or permit requirements of any federal, state, local agency, special district or department which may retain a regulatory or advisory function as specified by statue or ordinance. The applicant shall obtain permits as may be required from each agency. COA Item A.6 states, "All necessary permits shall be obtained from applicable Federal, State and County agencies having jurisdiction over this project prior to this use permit being of any force or effect, including but not limited to, Department of Cannabis Control, Department of Food and Agriculture, Department of Pesticide Regulation, Department of Fish and Wildlife, The State Water Resources Control Board, Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, Central Valley or North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board, Department of Public Health, and Department of Consumer Affairs."
The Permittee began commercial outdoor cannabis cultivation after the County approved UP 20-50. Their application with the state was not submitted until August 16, 2022. When the Annual Compliance Monitoring Site Visit was conducted on October 12, 2022, active cultivation of cannabis plans was observed, with no proof of a state license.
Section 27.13(1)(ii) allows for a major use permit to be deemed authorized by the County to engage in cannabis cultivation operations in instances where there is a delay in the State's issuance of a state cannabis cultivation license. It is the department's position that the time between August 16, 2022, when the state license application was received, and October 12, 2022, when cannabis cultivation was observed, is not a delay by the state, but rather is normal license processing time, which would not deem UP 20-50 authorized to cultivate.
2. Pending criminal record expungement should not delay Board action.
The CDD Director sent the Permittee a Notice of Intent to Recommend Revocation of Major Use Permit (UP 20-50) on April 9, 2024, based on unlicensed cultivation and background check disqualification of one of the members of the LLC. The Permittee requested more detailed information regarding the reasons for the disqualification notice. CDD provided the explanation that, according to the Lake County Code, the Sheriff's Office (SO) receives the Live Scan application, which is then submitted to the Department of Justice and Homeland Security. Sheriff's Department Staff reviews the reports from those agencies and sends CDD a notification of qualification or disqualification. The possible disqualifying criteria are listed on the Live Scan Application, included in Attachment 1. Staff referred the Permittee to the Sheriff's Office for more information regarding the SO's decision.
Between April 9, 2024 and February 7, 2025, Staff maintained periodic correspondence with the Permittee in order to allow for time for the Permittee to seek resolution on the background check disqualification. On February 7, 19, and 21, 2025, Staff received correspondence from a representative of the Permittee, named John Phillips, Jr., demanding CDD schedule a revocation hearing immediately. The revocation hearing was then scheduled by CDD andheld before the Planning Commission on March 27, 2025 (Exhibit 3).
3. Due process and discretion were "exercised fairly" by both CDD and the Planning Commission.
Due process was followed. The March 27, 2025 Planning Commission hearing was held according to the process required in Chapter 21 of the Lake County Code. Although not required under the County Ordinance, the revocation hearing was scheduled within a reasonable time of the Permittee's request. An application for appeal to the Board of Supervisors was received in a timely manner and scheduled on a Board agenda according to the process required in Chapter 21 of the Lake County Ordinance.
4. Public safety risk was not the determination on which the revocation was based.
According to Article 60 of the Lake County Zoning Ordinance, "the Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors may revoke or modify any minor use, major use, variance or development review permit or specific plan of development granted in accordance with the terms of this Chapter, on any one or more of the following grounds:
(1) That such permit was obtained by fraud.
(2) That one or more of the terms or conditions upon which such permit was granted has been violated.
(3) That the use for which the permit was granted is so conducted as to be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or as to be a nuisance."
The Planning Commission found that Part 2 listed above is violated by the permit user in this case. They determined that both commercial cannabis cultivation without the conditional prerequisites being met and the disqualification of a member of the permit user's team are violations of the Major Use Permit's Conditions of Approval. Public safety risk was not included in the Director's recommendation to the Planning Commission and the Planning Commission did not base its revocation conclusions on part 3 above.
5. The background check disqualification of one individual LLC member, employee, or corporate owner are all grounds to invalidate the entire permit.
Lake County Municipal Ordinance Chapter 21, Article 27, Section 27.13, Part (at)1ii(f),
All ... employees shall undergo a background check by the Lake County Sheriff Department. An individual may fail the background check if employee has been convicted of an offense that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business or profession for which the application is made, ...
Throughout the application process, and subsequent correspondence, Mr. Quayle has been a main participant in the permit and this cannabis cultivation operation. He signed the Permit Conditions of Approval as Applicant/Authorized Agent, he is listed as a member of the LLC, as a corporate participant in the role of Chief Financial Officer and Director. In its appeal application, the Appellant provided CDD revised LLC documents showing Mr. Quayle's removal from the corporation on or before 4/1/2025. It is the department's position that Mr. Quayle remains instrumental to the operation of UP 20-50 because, to this date, Mr. Quayle remains a lead contact regarding farm operations.
Recommended Action
Deny Appeal (AB-PL-25-85) of Planning Commission's Revocation of Major Use Permit (UP 20-50); for Commercial Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation of up to 110,000 sf; Located at 26102 19N16 Road, Lake Pillsbury (APN 001-030-36); Permittee: John Evans/Pillsbury Family Farms, in concept, and direct Staff to prepare Draft Findings of Fact.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, moved to grant appeal AB-PL-25-85 in part of the Planning Commissions Revocation of Major Use Permit UP 20-50 for Commercial Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation of up to 110,000 sf; Located at 26102 19N16 Road, Lake Pillsbury (APN 001-030-36); Permittee: John Evans/Pillsbury Family Farms in concept and directed staff to draft findings of fact reflecting language of the violations that happened in the past and the subsequent remedies that have taken place since then and that granting of this appeal will be based in part on Lake County Zoning Ordinance section 21-60.11a and certain conditions imposed to be satisfied by the appellant and outlined by Supervisor Sabatier. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: All members of the hearing were sworn in by the Clerk. Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Skiela Leiwa, John Evans, and Michael Green. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.181:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of Appeal (PL-25-22; AB 24-06) of the Planning Commission's Approval of Major Use Permit (UP 23-05), and Initial Study (IS 23-10); for the AG Forest Wood Processing Bioenergy Project; locate at 755 East State Highway 20, Upper Lake (APN 004-010-04); Appellant: Larry Kahn (Continued from May 20, 2025)
Public Hearing
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
Larry Kahn has appealed the decision made by the Lake County Planning Commission on December 12, 2024, to approve Major Use Permit (UP 23-05) for the AG Forest Wood Processing Bioenergy Project which would allow the development of a wood processing and bioenergy facility, located at 755 E State Highway 20 in Upper Lake (APN 004-010-04) (Exhibit A). This appeal was continued at the May 20,2025 Board meeting to allow for additional time for Staff to confer with state agencies and respond to the Appellant's request for public records.
Background
Scotts Valley Energy Corporation (Applicant) has received grant funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration to develop a facility to process forest wood, removed from local forests to lower wildfire risk, into bioenergy. Biomass material will come from the contractors that are removing biomass such as tree branches from powerline rights-of-way and operations from forest clearing for reduction of fuel resources to help protect communities. The facility will operate as a central forest wood management and processing system for forest thinning biomass collected throughout Lake County. Exhibit B includes the staff report from the Planning Commission meeting. Exhibit C includes the Minutes for the meeting.
The project was originally scheduled for consideration by the Planning Commission on October 24, 2024, (Exhibit D), but was continued to December 12, 2024, to give the Community Development Department (CDD) and the Applicant time to address community concerns at a municipal advisory council meeting (Western Regional Town Hall [WRTH]). At the WRTH meeting on November 20, 2024, the Applicant, Community Development Department Director, and Staff addressed several concerns from the October 24, 2024, Planning Commission meeting: project's size and visibility from State Highway 20, air quality, possible removal of debris on the parcel, where the biomass materials come from, waterways on the parcel, flood zone, site plans, truck traffic, nearby neighbors, employees, etc. The Applicant provided a demonstration using polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe to illustrate how large the biomass equipment would be with the help of participants from the meeting. Exhibit G includes the presentation that was presented to the WRTH by the Applicant.
Following the WRTH meeting, the Planning Commission again considered the Project on December 12, 2024, and approved the major use permit based on the Findings and subject to the Conditions included in the Staff Report, dated December 12, 2024 (Exhibit B).
Exhibit J includes a CEQA Handbook for Bioenergy and Wood Products Businesses Outreach.
Reason for Appeal Summary
Appellant Larry Kahn provided the following reasons for the appeal (Exhibit A):
1. Findings not yet submitted by licensed engineer, and not yet considered by the Planning Commission, for alleged violations of varying codes/laws/regulations. Please see attached for alleged Business and Profession code violations of application as submitted.
2. Findings not yet submitted, and not yet considered by the Planning Commission, on the designation of Highway 20 Scenic Highway that this project allegedly does not comply with.
3. Findings not yet submitted, and not yet considered by the Planning Commission, on gravel placement on Prime Ag Lands and other Prime Ag land protections.
4. Findings not yet submitted on alleged Air Quality Department and Staffing deficits for monitoring this approved project.
5. Findings not yet submitted, and not yet considered, of alleged Air Quality Contaminants from the approved Project.
Appeal Discussion
An appeal of approval of Major Use Permit (UP 23-05) was filed on December 12, 2024, to the Community Development Department. The Appellant submitted a written statement detailing the above listed reasons for their appeal. According to the Appellant's statements, the reasons for the appeal include the following:
1. Findings not yet submitted by licensed engineer for alleged violations of varying codes/laws/regulations.
Response: The appeal states that the project plans violate the following Business and Professions Codes (BPCs) 5536, 5536.1, 5536.2, 6735, 6735.3, 6735.4, 6787, 8726, 8792. A summary of each Code is provided in Exhibit I.
While the County is required to comply with all applicable State regulations related to land surveying and engineered plans, as well as the Lake County Code Chapters 5, 30, and 29, neither the final building nor grading plans are required at this stage of the use permit approval. These plans are required for completeness review of all projects, however, after approval of the use permit and prior to grading and building permit issuance. Further, Chapter 30 of the Lake County Code specifies when engineered plans are required, and if engineered plans are required, they must comply with the California Business and Professions Code. If grading plans are found to be out of compliance, pursuant to Lake County Code Article 56, Selection 21-56, subsection 56.7 (b) the grading permit can be appealed to the Board of Supervisors.
The 2022 California Building Code, Section 107[A] 107.1 requires that all construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Based on the Lake County Code Chapter 5, Article III, Section 5-12, subsection 12.2, if building plans are approved by the Director of the Building and Safety Department but determined to be out of compliance with local and State regulations, "any person has the right to appeal that decision in writing to the Board of Appeal". This appeal mechanism allows individuals to challenge the Director's determination regarding the compliance of building plans with the Lake County Code by submitting a formal written appeal to the designated Board of Appeals. In California, if a county does not have a dedicated Board of Appeals for building code matters, the governing body of the county, as specified in California Health and Safety Code Sections 17920.5 and 17920.6, serves as the local appeals board. Therefore, since the Planning Commission approved the project, it would need to be appealed to the Board of Supervisors.
At the time of a permit submittal, the site plans must comply with the Lake County Code Zoning Ordinance Article 55, Section 21-55, subsection 55.2. The plans provided for Use Permit (UP 23-05) under this section for the approval of the applicable use permit do meet the requirements listed in Article 55.
2. Findings not yet submitted on the designation of Highway 20 Scenic Highway that this project allegedly does not comply with.
Response: The Scenic Highway Program is found in the California Code, Streets and Highways Code Sections 260 through 263. The State Scenic Highway System includes a list of highways that are either eligible for designation as State scenic highways or have been officially designated. Although Route 29 near Lower Lake/Route 20 East of Clearlake Oaks is eligible for designation, it has not been officially designated a Scenic Highway. Further, this section of highway is not impacted by the project or near the project site.
The project site has an overlay zone of "SC" Scenic Combining that is subject to the requirements in the Lake County Code Zoning Ordinance Article 34. This includes meeting the performance standards in Section 21-34.10, subsection 34.11. Screening has been addressed through the use permit with the adoption of the following mitigation measure:
AES-1: Prior to construction activities, a landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Community Development Department that includes the appropriate visual screening using drought resistant or indigenous vegetation. Water conservation shall be applied with the use of drip irrigation.
On the County's Google Earth shape file, a 500' setback has been identified from State Highway 20. However, the project site is beyond the setback.
In addition, with the exception of the water tank foundation, no permanent infrastructure is proposed with the project. The Applicant will be required to return the property to the same conditions existing at the time the lease agreement was entered into.
3. Findings not yet submitted on gravel placement on Prime Ag Lands and other Prime Ag land protections.
Response: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, Division 13, Chapter 2.5, Section 21061.2 in determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment (LESA) Model prepared by the California Department of Conservation. Due to the parcel's designated "Prime Farmland" classification by the California Department of Conservation, a LESA assessment was prepared, and the Project which includes the gravel placement was found to have a less than significant impact on the prime farmland (Exhibit H).
4. Findings not yet submitted regarding the alleged Air Quality Department and Staffing deficits for monitoring this approved project.
Response: A Request for Review was sent to the Lake County Air Quality Management District (LCAQMD) on September 27, 2023, and comments were received. The comments have been added to the record, and mitigation measures recommended were incorporated into the Project requiring the Applicant to apply for an Authority to Construct permit among other things from the LCAQMD (Exhibit E). Whether the LCAQMD can or will process an Authority to Construct permit when an application is filed in the future is not an element of this use permit analysis.
5. Findings not yet submitted of alleged Air Quality Contaminants from such Project. This includes the air flow/lack of air flow within the community of Upper Lake.
Response: Comments and reports containing information and opinions on criteria for air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions related to the Project were analyzed by staff. Based on this analysis, staff concluded that emissions fell well below the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) thresholds of significance (Exhibit F). Air quality information on the project was provided by the Applicant's representative (Thomas Jordan), and was discussed at the October 24, 2024, and December 12, 2024, Planning Commission meetings, and at the Western Region Town Hall meeting on November 20, 2024 (Exhibit E).
Lastly, according to the LCAQMD, Lake County meets all Ambient Air Quality Standards (State and Federal) for clean, healthful air quality. Exceptions to this only occur during major wildfire events.
FINDINGS OF APPROVAL
On December 12, 2024, the Planning Commission found that, with the mitigation measures proposed in Initial Study, IS 23-10, the project would not have significant impact on the environment and adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration. Required Findings of Approval can also be found in the Planning Commission Staff Report (Exhibit B). The Planning Commission also made the required "Findings of Approval" for Major Use Permit (UP 23-05).
EXHIBITS: Exhibit A:-Appeal Form (PL-25-22; AB 24-06)
Exhibit B:-Planning Commission Staff Report (December 12, 2024)
Exhibit C:-Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (December 12, 2024)
Exhibit D:-Planning Commission Meeting Agenda (October 24, 2024)
Exhibit E:-Lake County Air Quality Management District Comments
Exhibit F:-CARB Ambient Air Quality Standards and Air Quality Information
Exhibit G:-WRTH Site Presentation 11-18-2024 REV3
Exhibit H: -Land Evaluation & Site Assessment (LESA)
Exhibit I: -Business and Professions Codes Summary
Exhibit J:-CEQA Handbook for Bioenergy and Wood Products Businesses Outreach
Exhibit K:-Public Comments
Recommended Action
Deny Appeal (PL-25-22; AB 24-06) of Planning Commission's approval of Major Use Permit (UP 23-05), and Initial Study (IS 23-10); for the AG Forest Wood Processing Bioenergy Project; locate at 755 East State Highway 20, Upper Lake (APN 004-010-04), in concept and direct Staff to prepare Findings of Fact.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, continued the item to August 26, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Planner Laura Hall introduced the item to the Board. Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Tom Lacjik, Barbara Morris, Terra Morris, and Marsha Burch. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
Public Comment Exhibit K Public Comments Exhibit J CEQA Handbook for Bioenergy and Wood Products Businesses Outreach Exhibit I Business and Professions Codes Summary Exhibit H Land Evaluation & Site Assessment (LESA) Exhibit G WRTH SITE PRESENTATION 11-18-2024 REV3 Exhibit F CARB and Air Quality Information Exhibit E Lake County Air Quality Management District Comments Exhibit D Planning Commission Meeting Agenda (October 24, 2024) Exhibit C Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (December 12, 2024) Exhibit B Planning Commission Staff Report (December 12, 2024) Exhibit A Appeal Form AB 24-06 2025.05.13 Appeal Letter re Ag Forest LetterToBOS_TerraMorris_UpperLakeAppealHearing_06122025 BOS_BarbaraMorris_ContinuanceDate_June152025 LawyerMarshaBurch_RePRAWoodProcessingIS23-10_LackOfResponse_06112025 Scotts Valley REC_signed
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of an Update on Blue Ribbon Committee Priorities and a Coalition Letter Sent on Behalf of the Committee Seeking State General Fund or Proposition 4 Funding
Letter
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As all members of this Board are aware, the Blue Ribbon Committee for the Rehabilitation of Clear Lake was established in response to 2017's AB 707, championed by Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry. Administered by the California Natural Resources Agency, this critical Committee includes, for example, representation of Environmental, Economic, Agricultural, Local and Tribal Government and Water Supply-focused interests, with the intent of making evidenced-based interventions to promote the sustainable health and vibrancy of Clear Lake. Through the Committee's years of hard work and public engagement, solutions across three categories have been proposed:
* In-lake phosphorus sequestration to reduce the nutrient pollution in sediments driving poor water quality, including blooms of toxic algae.
* Hypolimnetic oxygenation - a technique that adds oxygen to deeper lake waters, helping reduce phosphorus release from sediments and creating a healthier environment for fish and aquatic life.
* Early warning systems to detect harmful algal blooms before they become public health emergencies.
Late last week, members of the Blue Ribbon Committee were alerted of an urgent need to advocate for State General Fund or Proposition 4 Funding support for the Committee, in light of the absence of its primary funding source in the State Budget.
As our Board's assigned Committee member, I signed the Letter.
This item is scheduled to provide an informational update, and ensure public awareness and transparency.
Recommended Action
No action. Informational Update, only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Rasmussen 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.
7.3(a) Consideration and Discussion of the Public Defender Oversight Committee membership; and (b) Consideration of Appointment of Committee members
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
On November 22, 2005, the Board of Supervisors approved the establishment of a committee to assist in overseeing the Public Defender Program on the recommendation of the Grand Jury. The committee was comprised of the following members:
* 2 members of the General Public
* 2 members of the Board of Supervisors
* 1 County Administrative Officer (or designee)
* 1 representative of the Courts
* 1 local Attorney who does not accept indigent defendant representation and not employed by the County of Lake
In 2023, the Lake County Board of Supervisors authorized the creation of a statutory Public Defender's Office in Lake County (CA Govt Code Section 27706). Ray Buenaventura was appointed Chief Public Defender by your Board on October 16, 2023. Due to the change of operations from a contract to a county department, the recommendation would be to remove the County Administrative Officer from the membership and add the Chief Public Defender to this role.
Additionally, applications from the individuals below have been received for consideration.
Mark Bice, New Applicant - General Public
Michael Green, New Applicant - General Public
Mitchell Hauptman, New Applicant - Local Attorney
Melanie Lim, New Applicant - General Public
Alison Mannwieler, New Applicant - General Public
Matthew O'Day, New Applicant - Local Attorney
Heather Rulka, New Applicant - Public General
Mary Wilson, New Applicant - General Public
Recommended Action
(a) Direction to Staff on the membership of the Public Defender Oversight Committee; and (b) Appoint qualified members to this committee.
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Mitch Hauptman on condition of him finishing meeting with clients. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
There was Board Consensus to return with revised bylaws.
Clerk’s notes: Chief Public Defender Ray Buenaventura presented the item to the Board. Assistant Clerk of the Board Johanna DeLong and 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.
Hauptman, Mitchell_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Wilson, Mary_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Rulka, Heather_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf ODay, Matthew_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Mannwieler, Alison_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Lim, Melanie_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Green, Michael_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf Bice, Mark_PD Oversight Committee_Redacted.pdf
7.4Consideration of Letter of Support and Authorization to Submit Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Grant Application.
Letter
Motion carried · 3 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 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 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
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS), in collaboration with the Lake County Probation Department, seeks Board approval to submit an $8 million grant application to the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) under the Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Request for Proposals. The proposed project expands permanent supportive housing, mental health and substance use treatment, and workforce development services for justice-involved individuals.
Background
Proposition 47 reclassified certain non-violent offenses from felonies to misdemeanors and allocates resulting state savings to local projects that support mental health treatment, substance use services, and housing for justice-involved individuals. BSCC's Cohort 5 RFP prioritizes cross-sector collaboration, housing supports, job training, and civil legal services in alignment with AB 1056.
Lake County's proposed project will:
* Support construction of a 20-unit supportive housing development in partnership with Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC), leveraging $5 million in AB 109 funds already committed to the project.
* Provide clinical treatment and case management through LCBHS, including Medi-Cal reimbursable services under the County's integrated agreement with DHCS.
* Deliver workforce readiness training in partnership with North Coast Opportunities (NCO) through their BUILD program.
* Enhance reentry support through dedicated Probation staffing and data coordination.
The grant requires that at least 5% of awarded funds be allocated to an independent evaluation of project outcomes.
Request
Staff respectfully requests the Board:
1. Authorize submission of the Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Grant Application by Lake County Behavioral Health Services in partnership with the Probation Department.
2. Approve the Letter of Support for inclusion in the application (attached).
3. Authorize the Behavioral Health Director to sign the application and any related documents as required by BSCC.
Fiscal Impact
If awarded, Lake County will receive $8,000,000 in additional funding over 42 months to support housing, treatment, and reentry services. This investment supplements existing resources and will not require additional County General Fund contribution.
Recommended Action
Authorize submission of the Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Grant Application by Lake County Behavioral Health Services in partnership with the Probation Department; Approve the Letter of Support for inclusion in the application (attached); Authorize the Behavioral Health Director to sign the application and any related application documents as required by BSCC.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter of Support for Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Grant Application as amended and authorized the chair to sign. 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, authorized submission of the Proposition 47 Cohort 5 Grant Application by Lake County Behavioral Health Services in partnership with the Probation Department. 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, authorized the Behavioral Health Director to sign the application and any other related applications and documents as required by the DSCC. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans presented the item to the Board. Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones 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.
7.5Consideration of Short-Term Loan from the General Fund to Behavioral Health Services in the amount of $2,000,000.
Resolution
Carried after a failed motion · 3 motions
FAILED 3-2
Crandell: aye Owen: nay Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
Crandell: aye Owen: nay Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: nay
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
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) is requesting a short-term loan of $2,000,000 from the General Fund to sustain operations during the State's annual Medi-Cal claims payment pause, which spans from mid-May through late August. This loan addresses a temporary cash flow challenge caused by the Department's successful and strategic expansion under Medi-Cal payment reform-not a structural deficit.
Background
As part of Medi-Cal payment reform, counties must maintain an account balance with the State to draw down matching federal funds through the Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) process. Lake County uses 2011 Realignment funds as the non-federal share to participate in this process.
Over the past two years, LCBHS has expanded its service delivery significantly, aligning with State reform goals and securing the highest Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) fee-for-service rates in California. This expansion has resulted in a dramatic increase in submitted claims-and with it, the matching funds required to access full reimbursement.
As of May 2025, LCBHS has contributed $6,932,914.68 in IGT match for FY 2024-25 SMHS claims and has received $5,184,008.77 in IGT funds back to date. Though this funding flows with a delay, the overall return is strong: for every dollar LCBHS commits to IGT, the County typically receives more than twice that amount in combined reimbursements from the State General Fund (SGF), Federal Financial Participation (FFP), and returned IGT.
However, nearly all of the funding returned must immediately be reallocated to the IGT account to maintain claim flow. This creates a low-cash, high-throughput cycle that prevents LCBHS from building the reserves needed to stay ahead of the rapidly accelerating payment volume.
Compounding this challenge is the annual DHCS claims processing freeze, which begins May 15 and runs through late August, with reimbursements not resuming until September. This well-known year-end pause places additional strain on the Department's cash flow at a time when claims are peaking.
Loan Request and Justification
To navigate this predictable but impactful gap in reimbursement, LCBHS is requesting a $2,000,000 short-term loan from the County's General Fund. This funding will ensure continuity of care, timely payroll, and fulfillment of vendor obligations during the claims processing suspension.
The loan will be repaid in full within 12 months using Medi-Cal reimbursements expected in fall 2025. Given the Department's strong claims volume and high reimbursement rates, this loan is a low-risk, high-return investment for the County.
For every dollar temporarily committed to the IGT cycle, the County typically receives over two dollars in return. This loan is not just a cash flow tool-it is a strategic mechanism to unlock millions in federal and state matching funds that are otherwise delayed due to structural timing, not operational failure.
This request reflects LCBHS's commitment to fiscal responsibility, service expansion, and efficient leveraging of all available resources. It ensures that Lake County continues to meet the behavioral health needs of its residents without interruption, while also maximizing its position under State reform.
Recommendation
Approve the attached Resolution authorizing a $2,000,000 short-term loan from the General Fund to Lake County Behavioral Health Services. This action supports operational stability, protects essential services, and positions the County to continue drawing down enhanced reimbursement at scale under the reformed Medi-Cal payment structure.
Recommended Action
Approve the attached Resolution authorizing a $2,000,000 short-term loan from the General Fund to LCBHS, to be repaid within 12 months, in order to ensure stability of County behavioral health services during the State reimbursement hiatus.
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the resolution as amended and it failed by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisors: 2 - Owen and Sabatier
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, moved to reconsider the item. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Supervisor Sabatier offered the resolution as amended and it passed 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. Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter and 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.
7.6Consideration of a Letter of Support for the County of Lake's Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning and Demonstration Grant Application
Letter
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 County of Lake Department of Public Works is preparing an application for a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration Grant from the United States Department of Transportation that is due on June 26, 2025
The U.S. Department of Transportation has two types of SS4A grants: (1) Planning and Demonstration Grants and (2) Implementation Grants.
Planning and Demonstration Grants fund the preparation and development of a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (Action Plan). The purpose of the action plan is to develop a holistic, well-defined strategy to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries in the community.
Implementation Grants fund the design and construction of projects identified in the Action Plan. To be eligible for an Implementation Grant, the County must have a certified Action Plan. The County does not have a certified Action Plan, so it is not eligible for SS4A Implementation Grants to perform design and/or construction.
In FY2026, the Lake Area Planning Council (Lake APC) intends to update the County's Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP Update) so the LRSP Update conforms to requirements of a certified Action Plan. Th projects listed below will be included in the LRSP Update. When LRSP Update is adopted by the Board of Supervisor, the County will be eligible to apply for an implementation grant for projects listed below.
Lake APC's The available funding for the LRSP Update is not sufficient to advance planning to develop more accurate scopes of work, estimates, and benefit-to-cost ratios which will be used to prioritize projects for future Implementation Grant applications. The Public Works Director is submitting the application to fund advanced planning for the projects listed below.
The following corridor planning studies are included in the grant application:
* Nice-Lucerne Cutoff Corridor Safety Improvements (State Route 29 to Rodman Slough Bridge)
* Bottle Rock Road Safety Improvements (State Route 29 to State Route 175)
* Soda Bay Road Safety Improvements (State Route 175 to Stone Drive)
* Lakeshore Drive (North Lakeport) Safety Improvements (Nice-Lucerene Cutoff to Giselman Street (City of Lakeport))
* Keys Boulevard Safety Improvements (State Route 20 to Driftwood Village)
* Lucerne Roads Safety Improvements (State Route 20 from Foothill Drive to Country Club Drive, Country Club Drive from State Route 20 to Foothill Drive)
* Main Street/Morgan Valley Road (Lower Lake) Safety Improvements (State Route 29 to Sams Road)
* High Valley Road Safety Improvements (State Route 20 to Greenview Drive)
* Highland Spring Road Safety Improvements
The application will also include a School Area Safety Study, Downtown Business District Safety Study, and an Intersections Safety Study. The application also includes a demonstration project in Lucerne which will be used to inform the Lucerne Safety Improvements Project planning study.
The County intends to incorporate the studies in the LRSP as a supplemental document.
The Public Works Director asks the Board of Supervisors to support the grant application and authorize the Chair to sign the attached letter of support.
Recommended Action
Approve the letter of support for the County of Lake's Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning and Demonstration Grant Application and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved Letter of Support for the County of Lake's Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning and Demonstration Grant Application as amended 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 Works Director Glen March presented the item to the Board. Assistant Engineer David Bingham 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.
7.7A) Consideration of Update on the Lake Pomo Family Sculpture at Historic Courthouse Museum Project; and
B) Consideration of Amendment One to the Agreement with Nordhammer Art Foundry for the Creation and Installation of the Lake Pomo Family Sculpture
Presentation
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
On November 28, 2023, your Board approved a contract with Nordhammer Art Foundry to create and install a Lake Pomo family statue to be placed on the grounds of the Historic Courthouse Museum in Lakeport. Nordhammer Art Foundry, a full-service foundry based in Kelseyville, has been working toward completion of the project, which represents the culmination of nearly a decade of collaboration, planning, and fundraising. Once completed, the statue will serve as a powerful attraction - drawing residents, tourists, and museum visitors to the seat of Lake County. More importantly, it will stand as a lasting symbol of the cultural richness and enduring heritage of the Lake Pomo people. The work was anticipated to be complete by June 30th of this year; however, unanticipated circumstances arose with the artist, and the foundry requested a time extension. Staff has considered the circumstances and recommends your Board's approval of an extension of the agreement term to December 30, 2025
Background
For additional project background information, on July 10, 2018, the Board of Supervisors approved the concept of a sculpture to be installed at the Historic Courthouse Museum in Lakeport depicting a Lake Pomo family. In July 2019, a selection committee was formed, comprised of County museum staff and representatives from all seven local Pomo tribes. The County then issued a "Call for Artists", and on June 19, 2020, Rolf Nord Kriken of Nordhammer Art Foundry was chosen as the project's sculptor.
Over the next few years, Lake County Museum staff and the Tribal Advisory Committee to the Museums worked closely with Mr. Kriken to ensure cultural authenticity in the statue's design. Ongoing consultations with Pomo representatives helped refine the regalia, family composition, and symbolism represented in the sculpture, with an emphasis on resilience, intergenerational connection, and identity. A clay maquette was completed in October 2023, followed by a bronze maquette in March 2024. Work is now underway on the full-size clay figures, an essential step in the bronze casting process.
Funding for the project has come from multiple sources. To date, more than $60,000 has been raised through community and tribal donations. In addition, a $65,000 grant from the Upstate Creative Corps supports the participation of a local artist. Lastly, in FY 2023-24, your Board approved $140,000 to further support this project.
Purchasing Considerations (check all that apply): X - Not applicable
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment One to the Agreement for the Creation and Installation of the Lake Pomo Family Sculpture at Historic Courthouse Museum; and direct staff to continue work toward project completion.
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Amendment One to the Agreement with Nordhammer Art Foundry for the Creation and Installation of the Lake Pomo Family Sculpture. 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.
7.8Consideration of Change Order #1 to the Construction Contract with Weeks Drilling & Pump Co., for the Spring Valley Test Wells in the amount of $133,400 for a total contract amount of $280,400 and Authorize the Administrator to Sign the Contracts
Agreement
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
The district has received a grant for additional water supplies for Spring Valley. The funding is to install one well in Spring Valley. A test well must be drilled to ensure adequate water is found and to ensure that it meets state requirements related to water quality. Weeks Drilling and Pump Co. was awarded the initial Test Well contract on March 25, 2025.
Weeks Drilling we hit water at about 300 feet providing about 100 gallons per minute (gpm). Due to the rock formations and drilling conditions, it was beneficial to drill deeper to increase the gpm. Weeks drilled to 560 feet and hit two different aquafers producing at least 200 gpm in total. The current plant produces about 180 to 200 gpm. The additional drilling cost is reflected in the attached Change Order in the amount of $133,400 for a total contract amount of $280,400. This additional cost is covered by grant funding and no additional funds are needed to award the Change Order.
Upon completion of the test wells, additional bids will be solicited to complete the production wells, connect them to the water system and install all necessary equipment. There is sufficient funding in the grant to complete the production well.
Recommended Action
Award Change Order #1 to the Construction Contract with Weeks Drilling & Pump Co., for the Spring Valley Test Wells in the amount of $133,400 and Authorize the Administrator to Sign the Contracts.
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, approved Change Order #1 to the Construction Contract with Weeks Drilling & Pump Co., for the Spring Valley Test Wells in the amount of $133,400 for a total contract amount of $280,400 and Authorized the Administrator to Sign the Contracts. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Special Districts Administrator Robin Borre 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.
7.9Consideration of Resolution Granting Authority to Waive Transient Occupancy Tax Interest & Penalties on Appeal by an Operator
Resolution
Motion carried
Carried 5-0
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On May 13, 2025, your Board provided direction that the existing authority to waive applicable interest and penalties for Transient Occupancy Tax should expire in 30 days. The Treasurer - Tax Collector's office will consider waivers up until that time for first-time operators who have met the designated registration, filing, and payment criteria. The resolution authorizing this action is attached for your consideration.
Recommended Action
Approve Resolution Granting Authority to Waive Transient Occupancy Tax Interest & Penalties on Appeal by an Operator.
Supervisor Sabatier offered the resolution as amended as stated by county counsel and it passed 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. 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.
8. Closed Session
8.1Public Employee Evaluation:
Title: Special Districts Administrator
Closed Session Item
8.2Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
Closed Session Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
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 Rasmussen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, moved to terminate Public Works Director Glen March effective immediately. 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, moved to appoint Susan Parker and Lars Ewing as Interim Public Works Directors effective immediately. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
8.3Conference with Legal Counsel: Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code section 54956.9(d)(2), (e)(1) – One potential case
Closed Session Item