Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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1. Call to Order
2. Moment of Silence
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Consideration of Extra Items Not Appearing on the Posted Agenda
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Approve Continuation of 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 |
|---|
5.2Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection found that its aerial and group surveys in Napa and Lake County revealed widespread conifer mortality leaving trees vulnerable to insect attacks and fire damage. On March 28, 2022, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order No. 7-77, that states the ongoing drought will have significant immediate impacts on communities. In response, the Lake County Risk Reduction Authority created the Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force established to investigate and address the extensive tree mortality in the County caused primarily by wildfire, drought and insect damage.
The Lake County Tree Mortality Task Force members have attended several presentations from individuals with considerable expertise in both entomology and tree mortality, including Forest
Advisor Dr. Michael Jones, an entomologist from University of California Cooperative. The overriding message was that failure to actively address tree mortality could result in the potential loss or degradation of forest habitats and associated ecological impacts, including the impact of wildlife, water and soil. And as such, create dangerous wildfire conditions that also threaten the safety of persons and property and will likely extend beyond the capacity of public safety services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this County.
This Resolution requests the following actions from Governor Newsom; 1) Proclaim a State of Emergency in Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State, 2) Seek designation of tree mortality areas within Lake County and other afflicted areas of the State under Section 8204 of the Agriculture Act of 2014 and seek additional Federal program support; and 3) Request a Presidential Declaration of Emergency or Major Disaster for this emergency.
Recommended Action
Approve Continuation of Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
5.3Approve Continuation of 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
5.4Adopt Proclamation Recognizing September 15th through October 15th, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 15TH THOURGH OCTOBER 15TH, 2025
AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Lake County wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans who have helped shape our county. We are grateful for the many contributions Hispanic American men and women make to our communities and the vibrancy they weave into our local culture; and
WHEREAS, Lake County believes that in diversity, we are strengthened by our beliefs, thoughts, cultures, and experiences. All Hispanic Americans who live in our county have and continue to enrich our classrooms, our neighborhoods, and our places of work; and
WHEREAS, from America's earliest days, Hispanic Americans have played a prominent and important role in our national heritage, and Hispanic Americans continue to embody the pioneering spirit of America today. Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to faith, family, and hard work, Hispanic Americans lift up our communities and our economy as entrepreneurs, executives, and small business owners, and make contributions in areas such as science, art, music, politics, academia, government, and sports; and
WHEREAS, this month is a national celebration of the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans, that honor the rich tapestry of Hispanic communities and individuals across the United States and in Lake County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors hereby proclaims September 15th through October 15th, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Recognizing September 15th through October 15th, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County
5.5Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Domestic Violence impacts, women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, emotional and physical scars resulting from Domestic Violence are often severe and long lasting; and
WHEREAS, in the past 12 months, Lake County Law Enforcement responded to over 418 incidents of Domestic Violence, including men, women and children. In the past 12 months the Victim Witness Division of the District Attorney's office has served 324 victims of Domestic Violence, and the District Attorney's Office has prosecuted 168 felonies and misdemeanor acts of Domestic Violence. Lake Family Resource Center responded to 927 crisis line calls, served victims, and sheltered 118 domestic violence victims and their children for a total of 4,228 bed nights.
WHEREAS, it is crucially important to hold perpetrators responsible for assault and to prevent Domestic Violence at every opportunity; and
WHEREAS, family violence is a community problem, stopping the cycle requires not only the strength and courage of survivors, but also the support and involvement of all members of the community; and
WHEREAS, many organizations such as the District Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, Lakeport Police Department, Clearlake Police Department, and Lake Family Resource Center are committed to ending Domestic Violence in Lake County and provide essential crisis intervention and prevention services to all members of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the month of October 2025 is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the County of Lake and our community is urged to support the efforts of the agencies assisting victims of domestic violence and to increase their involvement in efforts to prevent domestic violence, thereby strengthening our community and creating an environment which honors, nurtures, and protects all members of every family.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
5.6Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Head Start Awareness in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
HEAD START AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Head Start was part of the War on Poverty launched in 1964, however, Head Start officially began in 1965 and is a nationally, federally funded early childhood development program that serves children and families and whose purpose is to help children achieve their full potential; and
WHEREAS, Head Start provides comprehensive health, nutritional, educational, social services, family and community development and meaningful parent involvement; and
WHEREAS, Head Start focuses on children's language development, early literacy, social skills, and providing their parents the skills in becoming their child's first and best teacher; and
WHEREAS, Head Start is committed to the development of each child and provides preventative and early intervention services to children and families regardless of their economic status.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim the month of October 2025 as Head Start Awareness Month.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes that the needs of children and families in Lake County must become top priority for the future decision makers by investing financial resources and talent in the support of health, mental health, educational disabilities, early childhood education, child abuse and neglect, and family trauma sensitive care.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors encourages all parents of preschool age children to participate in literacy activities, such as reading a book with your child, attending a play with your child, and going to the library with your child during the month of October.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025, as Head Start Awareness Month in Lake County
5.7Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
PREGNANCY AND EARLY INFANT LOSS AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss is more common than we realize. It is estimated in the United States that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, 1 in 175 pregnancies end in stillbirth, and 5 infants per 1000 die before their first birthday; and
WHEREAS, many Lake County parents and families have suffered a miscarriage, a stillbirth or the death of an infant during delivery or shortly after birth, and such a terrible loss is often not recognized; and
WHEREAS, Lake County wishes to acknowledge the profound grief experienced by families who suffer the death of a small child, infant, or pre-term baby; and
WHEREAS, even the shortest lives are still valuable, and the grief of those who mourn the loss of these lives is significant; and
WHEREAS, the 15th day of October is recognized in the United States and around the world, as a day of remembrance and awareness of pregnancy and early infant loss, when Mother-Wise will host a free, community event at 6pm at THAT Ranch in Lakeport for those who have experienced this profound loss; and
WHEREAS, increased awareness of the causes and impacts surrounding pregnancy and infant loss may lead to greater understanding, support, and resources in communities across Lake County; and
WHEREAS, recognizing Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month and Remembrance Day would enable the people of Lake County to consider how, as individuals and communities, they can meet the needs of bereaved mothers, fathers, and family members, and work to prevent the causes of these deaths.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness month in Lake County and encourages parents, caregivers, and all residents to become educated in opportunities to prevent pregnancy and early infant loss and to support bereaved families when prevention is not possible.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
5.8Adopt Proclamation Designating the Week of October 5-11, 2025 as National 4-H Week in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5th - 11th, 2025
AS NATIONAL 4-H WEEK IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, this year's National 4-H Week theme, "Beyond Ready," reminds us that 4-H is building a ready generation in a world of change and equips young people with skills for the future while meeting them where they are today; and
WHEREAS, 4-H is America's largest youth development organization, and is in every city and county in the United States supporting six million youth across the country become engaged, successful and independent; and
WHEREAS, during the 2025-2026 legislative session, the California State Assemblymember
Cecilia M. Aguiar-Curry introduced House Resolution 66 (HR 66) to honor National 4-H Week; and
WHEREAS, the 4-H Leadership Team has over 225 youths and 72 volunteers in its 9 clubs in Lake County becoming confident, independent, resilient and compassionate leaders; and
WHEREAS, 4-H programs are delivered by the Cooperative Extension System - a community of more than 100 public land-grant colleges and universities across the Nation - that provides experiences for young people to learn by doing; and
WHEREAS, California 4-H is led by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the research and outreach arm of the University of California's Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources; and
WHEREAS, 4-H connects young people and adults to their communities, preparing them for work and life through experiential and inquiry-based learning while providing emerging research for positive youth development; and
WHEREAS, expanding from its strong agricultural roots, 4-H helps young people explore the world around them and grow into productive adults; and
WHEREAS, supporting future leaders in science, agriculture and community leadership is key for the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture 4-H program.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake, does hereby designate October 5th - 11th, 2025, as National 4-H Week throughout Lake County and encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for the significant impact they have made and continue to make by empowering youth with the skills they need to lead for a lifetime.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating the Week of October 6-12, 2024, as National 4-H Week in Lake County
5.9Adopt Resolution Approving Agreement # 24-0469-019-SF with the California Department of Food Agriculture for the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (GWSS) Program in the amount of $43,975.17 for the period of July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I would like to ask the Board to adopt the attached resolution approving the agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture for the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (GWSS) Agreement for the period of July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, in the amount of $43,975.17. This agreement includes reimbursement for trapping, inspection, and control of the Glassy Wing Sharpshooter. The Glassy Wing Sharpshooter is a serious pest to wine grapes because it carries Pierce's Disease, which is detrimental to the wine grape industry.
Should the Board adopt the proposed Resolution, please have the chair sign one (1) original of the standard agreement form and one (1) copy of the Board Resolution and return them to the Agricultural Department for further processing. A signed, completed copy will be returned for your records.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Approving Agreement # 24-0469-019-SF with the California Department of Food Agriculture for the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (GWSS) Program in the amount of $43,975.17 for the period of July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
5.10Approve Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes August 19, 2025, September 16, 2025, and September 23, 2025
Action Item
passed on consent
5.11Adopt Resolution Authorizing the Submittal for the CalRecycle Solid Waste Disposal and Codisposal Site Cleanup Grant Program, Illegal Disposal Site Abatement for ($500,000.) Five-Hundred Thousand Dollars, and Authorize Deputy Community Development Administrator Shannon Walker-Smith to Sign.
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
CalRecycle is offering illegal dumping cleanup grant under the Solid Waste Disposal and Codisposal Site Cleanup Grant Program, Illegal Disposal Site Abatement to support projects for cleaning up illegal dumping, free dump days, demolition of unsafe dilapidated structures that are deemed structurally unsound and in danger of imminent collapse. These funds are intended to help jurisdictions like Lake County cleanup illegal dumping sites, remove dangerous structures, and blight throughout the community.
Lake County is currently in the final year of a CalRecycle Illegal Disposal grant. If successful with the grant application proposed here, Code Enforcement will continue the successful programs implemented throughout the county for an additional two (2) years.
To be eligible for grant funding, applicants must submit a formal, signed Resolution of Support. The resolution must include specific certifications, including:
* Approval to file the application;
* Agreement to accept the standard grant agreement template;
* Authorization for a designated representative to act on behalf of the County;
* Acknowledgement that the County must front the costs of the project prior to reimbursement by the State.
Adoption of the attached resolution will ensure the County meets all eligibility criteria and positions Lake County to secure funding for this important illegal dumping cleanup initiative and authorize Shannon Walker-Smith to act as the official representative of the County of Lake in connection with the grant application and implementation of the project.
Adoption of this resolution will authorize submission of the application of the Solid Waste Disposal and Codisposal Site Cleanup Grant Program, Illegal Disposal Site Abatement application.
Purchasing Considerations (check all that apply): ? Not applicable
? Fully Article X.- and/or Consultant Selection Policy-Compliant (describe process undertaken in "Executive Summary") ? Section 2-38 Exemption from Competitive Bidding (rationale in "Executive Summary," attach documentation, as needed)
? Other (Please describe in Executive Summary)
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ? Disaster Preparedness, Prevention, Recovery
? Economic Development ? Infrastructure ? County Workforce
? Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing Submittal of Application for the CalRecycle Solid Waste Disposal and Codisposal Site Cleanup Grant Program, Illegal Disposal Site Abatement, Authorize Shannon Walker-Smith to act as Official Representative and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.12Adopt Resolution authorizing the 2025-2026 Grant Project, Lake County Victim-Witness Assistance Program and authorize the District Attorney to certify that the County of Lake will comply with all applicable assurances
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) has released the application for the 2025-2026 Victim Witness Assistance Grant which will reimburse program costs of up to $349,371. There is no need for matching funds, as CalOES approved our request to waive 100% of the match. The 2025-2026 Grant Project will mark the 40th year that the Victim Witness Division of the Lake County District Attorney's Office has been funded, allowing the Victim Witness Division to continue to provide services to those individuals impacted by crimes in Lake County. The grant period will run from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 and will fund the majority of personnel and operating costs for the Victim Witness Division.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution authorizing the 2025-2026 Grant Project, Lake County Victim-Witness Assistance Program and authorize the District Attorney to certify that the County of Lake will comply with all applicable assurances
5.13Adopt Resolution Authorizing the Public Services Director to submit applications to CalRecycle for all grant applications for which the County of Lake is eligible
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) routinely offers grant opportunities to local agencies throughout the state to support recycling, waste reduction, and related programs.
Public Services staff prepared an updated resolution authorizing the Public Services Director to submit applications for all CalRecycle grant programs for which the County of Lake is eligible. These programs include, but are not limited to, beverage container recycling and litter education and prevention, organics management, used oil and filter disposal, tire amnesty and household hazardous waste events.
The proposed resolution would provide this authorization for a period of five years, ensuring timely and efficient participation in CalRecycle funding opportunities that benefit Lake County residents and the environment. A similar resolution was approved by your Board in 2020.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Authorizing the Public Services Director to submit applications to CalRecycle for all grant applications for which the County of Lake is eligible
5.14Approve Amendment Three to the Agreement between the County of Lake and Consor for Engineering Services for the Replacement of Bartlett Creek at Bartlett Springs Road Bridge (14C-0106) and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On January 19, 2019, the County of Lake entered into an agreement with Quincy Engineering to provide design, environmental, right of way, bidding and construction assistance services for the project to rehabilitate Bartlett Creek Bridge at Bartlett Springs Road (14C-0106). On December 20, 2022, Quincy Engineering was acquired by Consor Engineering, and the project agreement between the County and Quincy was assigned to Consor.
This amendment incorporates additional environmental studies, engineering design, and other associated tasks that are necessary to deliver the project as a full bridge replacement, as opposed to the initially projected scope of a bridge rehabilitation. The amendment also extends the term of the agreement.
Attached is a detailed scope of work and cost proposal for the amendment. Public Works staff reviewed the amendment and consulted with Caltrans local assistance to confirm that the work is justified. The project is fully funded through the federal Highway Bridge Program.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment Three to the Agreement for Engineering Services for Rehabilitation of Bartlett Creek Bridge at Bartlett Springs Road (14C-0106) with Consor, an increase of $498,600.00, and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.15(a Approve Amendment 2 and 2b between the County of Lake and Summit Food Services to be effective October 1st, 2025, with no change from the original contract but to approve a CPI increase and (b) Authorize the Chair to sign the amendment
Action Item
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On October 1, 2022, the Sheriff's Office entered into a three-year agreement with two one-year extensions for food services at the Lake County Jail with Summit Food Services. Summit Food Services provides meal preparation services for the incarcerated population.
The Summit Food Services contract will expire on September 30, 2025. The Lake County Sheriff's Office requests your Boards' approval on the attached contract extension with Summit Food Services, for an additional one (1) year term.
Summit Food Services is requesting an annual price adjustment. Price adjustments are covered under the Food Services Agreement, Exhibit C, � 2.4 Future Pricing, which allows for Summit Food Services to request an annual increase of 3% or the most recently released U.S. Department of Labor Consumer Price Index, All Urban Consumers, National Average Unadjusted, Food Away From Home whichever is greater. The current CPI as of June 2024 was 3.8%. Therefore, Summit Food Services is requesting a 3.8% increase in their rates. This is the second request for an increase by Summit Food Services during this agreement. The Lake County Sheriff's Office requests your Boards' approval on the attached one-year contract amendment (2 and 2b) with Summit Food Services to be effective October 1st, 2025, and authorize the Chair to sign the amendment. Any shortfall in this account will be addressed during the mid year budget review.
Recommended Action
(a Approve Amendment 2 and 2b between the County of Lake and Summit Food Services to be effective October 1st, 2025, with no change from the original contract but to approve a CPI increase and (b) Authorize the Chair to sign the amendment
| Estimated Cost | 710,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | 675,000 |
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.15. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
6. Timed Items
6.19:02 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: There was no public input.
6.29:03 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Lake County Animal Care and Control Officer Francisco Pelayo Moreno presented the pet of the week to the Board.
6.39:05 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing September 15th through October 15th, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 15TH THOURGH OCTOBER 15TH, 2025
AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Lake County wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans who have helped shape our county. We are grateful for the many contributions Hispanic American men and women make to our communities and the vibrancy they weave into our local culture; and
WHEREAS, Lake County believes that in diversity, we are strengthened by our beliefs, thoughts, cultures, and experiences. All Hispanic Americans who live in our county have and continue to enrich our classrooms, our neighborhoods, and our places of work; and
WHEREAS, from America's earliest days, Hispanic Americans have played a prominent and important role in our national heritage, and Hispanic Americans continue to embody the pioneering spirit of America today. Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to faith, family, and hard work, Hispanic Americans lift up our communities and our economy as entrepreneurs, executives, and small business owners, and make contributions in areas such as science, art, music, politics, academia, government, and sports; and
WHEREAS, this month is a national celebration of the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans, that honor the rich tapestry of Hispanic communities and individuals across the United States and in Lake County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors hereby proclaims September 15th through October 15th, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing September 15th through October 15th, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Lake County
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Owen and Deputy Human Resources Director Diana Rico read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Community.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:10 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Head Start Awareness in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
HEAD START AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Head Start was part of the War on Poverty launched in 1964, however, Head Start officially began in 1965 and is a nationally, federally funded early childhood development program that serves children and families and whose purpose is to help children achieve their full potential; and
WHEREAS, Head Start provides comprehensive health, nutritional, educational, social services, family and community development and meaningful parent involvement; and
WHEREAS, Head Start focuses on children's language development, early literacy, social skills, and providing their parents the skills in becoming their child's first and best teacher; and
WHEREAS, Head Start is committed to the development of each child and provides preventative and early intervention services to children and families regardless of their economic status.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim the month of October 2025 as Head Start Awareness Month.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes that the needs of children and families in Lake County must become top priority for the future decision makers by investing financial resources and talent in the support of health, mental health, educational disabilities, early childhood education, child abuse and neglect, and family trauma sensitive care.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors encourages all parents of preschool age children to participate in literacy activities, such as reading a book with your child, attending a play with your child, and going to the library with your child during the month of October.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025, as Head Start Awareness Month in Lake County
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented it to North Coast Opportunities, E Center, Lake County Social Services, and Lake County First 5.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: E Center Representative and CPS Program Manager Kim Costa. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.59:15 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of October 5-11, 2025 as National 4-H Week in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5th - 11th, 2025
AS NATIONAL 4-H WEEK IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, this year's National 4-H Week theme, "Beyond Ready," reminds us that 4-H is building a ready generation in a world of change and equips young people with skills for the future while meeting them where they are today; and
WHEREAS, 4-H is America's largest youth development organization, and is in every city and county in the United States supporting six million youth across the country become engaged, successful and independent; and
WHEREAS, during the 2025-2026 legislative session, the California State Assemblymember
Cecilia M. Aguiar-Curry introduced House Resolution 66 (HR 66) to honor National 4-H Week; and
WHEREAS, the 4-H Leadership Team has over 225 youths and 72 volunteers in its 9 clubs in Lake County becoming confident, independent, resilient and compassionate leaders; and
WHEREAS, 4-H programs are delivered by the Cooperative Extension System - a community of more than 100 public land-grant colleges and universities across the Nation - that provides experiences for young people to learn by doing; and
WHEREAS, California 4-H is led by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the research and outreach arm of the University of California's Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources; and
WHEREAS, 4-H connects young people and adults to their communities, preparing them for work and life through experiential and inquiry-based learning while providing emerging research for positive youth development; and
WHEREAS, expanding from its strong agricultural roots, 4-H helps young people explore the world around them and grow into productive adults; and
WHEREAS, supporting future leaders in science, agriculture and community leadership is key for the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture 4-H program.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Lake, does hereby designate October 5th - 11th, 2025, as National 4-H Week throughout Lake County and encourages all citizens to recognize 4-H for the significant impact they have made and continue to make by empowering youth with the skills they need to lead for a lifetime.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of October 5-11, 2025, as National 4-H Week in Lake County
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Lake County 4-H.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Jean Goulart, Sakira Edwards, Emmy Lou Hays, Marley Rudy, and Leah. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.69:20 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
PREGNANCY AND EARLY INFANT LOSS AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss is more common than we realize. It is estimated in the United States that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, 1 in 175 pregnancies end in stillbirth, and 5 infants per 1000 die before their first birthday; and
WHEREAS, many Lake County parents and families have suffered a miscarriage, a stillbirth or the death of an infant during delivery or shortly after birth, and such a terrible loss is often not recognized; and
WHEREAS, Lake County wishes to acknowledge the profound grief experienced by families who suffer the death of a small child, infant, or pre-term baby; and
WHEREAS, even the shortest lives are still valuable, and the grief of those who mourn the loss of these lives is significant; and
WHEREAS, the 15th day of October is recognized in the United States and around the world, as a day of remembrance and awareness of pregnancy and early infant loss, when Mother-Wise will host a free, community event at 6pm at THAT Ranch in Lakeport for those who have experienced this profound loss; and
WHEREAS, increased awareness of the causes and impacts surrounding pregnancy and infant loss may lead to greater understanding, support, and resources in communities across Lake County; and
WHEREAS, recognizing Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month and Remembrance Day would enable the people of Lake County to consider how, as individuals and communities, they can meet the needs of bereaved mothers, fathers, and family members, and work to prevent the causes of these deaths.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness month in Lake County and encourages parents, caregivers, and all residents to become educated in opportunities to prevent pregnancy and early infant loss and to support bereaved families when prevention is not possible.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Pregnancy and Early Infant Loss Awareness Month in Lake County
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Pyska read the proclamation into the record and presented to the Lake County Community.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Thomas Jordan and Samantha Bond. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.79:25 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Domestic Violence impacts, women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, emotional and physical scars resulting from Domestic Violence are often severe and long lasting; and
WHEREAS, in the past 12 months, Lake County Law Enforcement responded to over 418 incidents of Domestic Violence, including men, women and children. In the past 12 months the Victim Witness Division of the District Attorney's office has served 324 victims of Domestic Violence, and the District Attorney's Office has prosecuted 168 felonies and misdemeanor acts of Domestic Violence. Lake Family Resource Center responded to 927 crisis line calls, served victims, and sheltered 118 domestic violence victims and their children for a total of 4,228 bed nights.
WHEREAS, it is crucially important to hold perpetrators responsible for assault and to prevent Domestic Violence at every opportunity; and
WHEREAS, family violence is a community problem, stopping the cycle requires not only the strength and courage of survivors, but also the support and involvement of all members of the community; and
WHEREAS, many organizations such as the District Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, Lakeport Police Department, Clearlake Police Department, and Lake Family Resource Center are committed to ending Domestic Violence in Lake County and provide essential crisis intervention and prevention services to all members of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the month of October 2025 is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the County of Lake and our community is urged to support the efforts of the agencies assisting victims of domestic violence and to increase their involvement in efforts to prevent domestic violence, thereby strengthening our community and creating an environment which honors, nurtures, and protects all members of every family.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lake County
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 Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Lake Family Resource Center Representative Kaya Vogus. The following person spoke via Zoom: Sterling Wellman. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.89:30 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation of the Semi-Annual Employee Service Awards for the County of Lake
Ceremonial Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Board of Supervisors presents the semi-annual Employee Service Awards for the County of Lake to recognize years of service.
Recommended Action
Ceremonial item only. No action to be taken.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Human Resources Director Pam Samac introduced the item to the Board. Chief Deputy Assessor Recorder Lan Dai Janekes, County Librarian Christopher Veach, Child Support Services Director Tammie Widener, Community Development Director Mireya Turner, Information Technology Director Shane French, Health Services Anthony Arton, Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones, Public Services Director Lars Ewing, Road Superintendent Jim Hale, Special Districts Administrator Robin Borre, District Attorney Susan Krones, Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans, Sheriff Lucas Bingham, Social Services Director Rachael Dillman-Parsons, County Administrative Officer Susan Parker, and Chair Rasmussen presented the item to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.910:00 A.M. - PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of (a) Rescission of Resolution 2025-102 Adopting Development Agreement 24-01 for the Guenoc Valley Mixed Use Planned Development Project; and (b) draft Ordinance Adopting Development Agreement 24-01 for the Guenoc Valley Mixed Use Planned Development Project
Public Hearing
Motion carried · 3 motions
Carried 4-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 4-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Carried 4-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On August 26, 2025, the Board adopted Resolution 2025-102 to approve the Development Agreement for the Guenoc Valley Mixed Use Planned Development Project. The Lake County Zoning Ordinance, Article 69.8 states that if the Board of Supervisors approves a Development Agreement, it does so via ordinance. The Development Agreement has completed the other required criteria of Article 69, including a recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission.
This item is to correct the process of approval of the Development Agreement by rescinding the Resolution and placing the draft Ordinance before the Board for its consideration and adoption.
Recommended Action
(a) Rescind Resolution 2025-102 Adopting Development Agreement 24-01 for the Guenoc Valley Mixed Use Planned Development Project, and (b) Waive the Reading of the Ordinance, to be read in title only, and advance the ordinance to the next Board agenda.
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, rescinded resolution 2025-102. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, offered the ordinance as amended to be read in title only. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, approved the draft ordinance as amended to be advanced to the next Board of Supervisors Meeting for consideration and possible adoption. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1011:00 A.M. - Consideration of Request for Board Direction regarding Establishment of Ad Hoc Committee for Development of Agriculture Road Standards
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On August 27, 2019, the Board adopted Resolution 2019-124, Adopting Recommendations to Address Fire Safe Regulations Applicable to Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation. At that time, because the cultivation of cannabis had been labeled "commercial cannabis cultivation", there was confusion regarding the appropriate road standard requirements. In this case, the term "commercial cannabis cultivation" is meant to differentiate a legal and permitted activity from the pre-Prop 64 unregulated cannabis industry. The Board recognized that cannabis cultivation, even for commercial purposes, is a similar agricultural process to the cultivation of any other commercial crop in Lake County.
In addition to local regulations, Public Resource Code 4290 and 4291 provide for the implementation of minimum fire safety standards on certain real properties. These standards vary according to the type of activity taking place. The cultivation of agriculture crops are held to driveway standards, whereas commercial activity such as agricultural crop processing and manufacturing are held to commercial road standards.
Resolution 2019-124 provided clarification that cannabis cultivation permit projects, when limited solely to outdoor cultivation, qualifies for the same exemption to commercial road standards as other types of agricultural crops.
Although the agenda title limited Board action to cannabis cultivation, robust discussion took place regarding the establishment of road standards for all cultivation activities. The Board expressed interest in forming an ad hoc committee representing various aspects of the local agricultural industries, including but not limited to pear, walnut, winegrape, hemp, and cannabis cultivators, Fire Protection Districts, Lake County Winegrape Association, and Lake County Farm Bureau.
Napa County has standards for agricultural roads which seem straightforward and would serve as a reference for the ad hoc committee to consider. Their recommendations would then go before the Agriculture Advisory Committee and Planning Commission for consideration, before returning to the Board of Supervisors for consideration. Because of Board input at the beginning of this process, and consideration of recommendations at the conclusion, Staff does not request Board membership in the ad hoc committee. This team would be considered a working group, assembled for a specific purpose and disbanded at the conclusion of its recommendations. The Community Development Department would extend invitations to contacts in the various categories and would coordinate and lead the meetings. Meetings would be held virtually and would not be subject to the Brown Act. Due to its relevance to cannabis regulations, it would follow the same timeline as the current update to existing cannabis regulations.
Staff requests Board direction regarding the formation of an ad hoc committee/working group for the development of agriculture road standards.
Recommended Action
Direct Staff regarding the formation and membership categories of the Agriculture Road Standards Ad Hoc Committee/Working Group.
There was board direction to the Community Development Director to create draft standards.
Clerk’s notes: Community Development Director Mireya Turner presented the item to the Board. Interim Public Works Director Lars Ewing and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Tom Lajcik and Rebecca Harper. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.111:00 P.M. - Consideration of Western Region Town Hall Presentation to the Lake County Board of Supervisors
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
A presentation from the Western Region Town Hall (WRTH) with updates to your Board on local challenges and accomplishments. WRTH is comprised of 7 members from the Upper Lake, Blue Lakes and Nice regions of Lake County.
Recommended Action
Presentation only.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Western Region Town Hall Members Tim Chiara, Julia Carrera, Thomas Aceves, and Lisa-Marie Benavides presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: John LaBoito. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.121:30 P.M. HEARING – Consideration of Hearing Request Regarding Code Enforcement Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate; 14526 Snead Dr., Cobb (APN 052-042-11); Property Owner: Jose Barbosa Garcia
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Code Enforcement Division received a request for a hearing before the Board of Supervisors from the property owner, Jose Barbosa Garcia (hereinafter, Garcia) regarding a Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate issued against the property for violations of the Lake County Code.
Rule:
Property Information: (Attachment A - Map)
Property Interest: According to the County records, on February 5, 2025 interest in the subject property was granted to Garcia. No other parties were identified as having an interest in the property.
Zoning: The property is zoned "R1" Single Family Residential. Pursuant to Ch 21, Article 10, Section 10.1, the primary purpose is: "To establish areas for individual residential dwelling units at relatively low densities where the traditional neighborhood character of single-family units prevail."
Improvement(s): The property is currently a vacant lot with no improvement or structures.
Assessment Information: The property is currently only being assessed for the value of the land.
Building Permit(S): CDD records do not reflect any open permits or application for permits.
Planning Permit(s): CDD records do not reflect any open permits or application for permits. Although a Grading Questionnaire was completed by Garcia, which was reviewed by the Planning Division and a determination was made that grading permit would be required.
Septic Information: Per Environmental Health Department (EH), there are no open permits currently. In the EH file there was site evaluation denial letter which states: (Attachment B - EH Letter)
The conditions in this area of the site do not appear to meet minimum requirements as set forth by Lake County standards for Subsurface and Alternate Sewage and Non-water Carried Waste Disposal. Given the lot size and/or conditions which exist on and around this property, there is not sufficient area to allow for development and the construction of an adequate disposal system. The property has been denied based on soil mottling, indicating that the depth to the winter water table is above acceptable limits. A winter re-check can be made to determine the actual depth to, the water table. If you desire a winter re-check, contact this office.
Water / Sewer Information: Cobb Area County Water District stated there is no water service. To activate water service a fee would need to be paid to connect to the water line.
Investigation Background and Fact(s):
On April 28, 2025, Code Enforcement received a complaint with photos, alleging: (Attachment C - Photos)
New owner placed an older RV on property. No water septic or electric not sure if going to occupy. No home exists on the land; it is undeveloped vacant land.
On April 29, 2025, A courtesy letter was generated to the property owner and mailed to the address listed with County records. (Attachment D - Letter)
On May 27, 2025, Code Enforcement conducted its first site inspection. It was determined that potential violation(s) exist for storage on a vacant lot contrary to the provisions of Chapter 21, The Lake County Zoning Ordinance. The Code Officer made the following notes: (Attachment E - Photos)
On May 27, 2025, Code Enforcement Officer Christopher Colen, conducted a site inspection and observed a travel trailer parked on the vacant parcel, along with various other personal property. I spoke with the owner, Jose Garcia, on site and explained that he needed to remove everything from the property I told him I would give him two (2) weeks to remove everything.
On June 12, 2025, Code Conducted a follow site visit and made the following notations:
On June12, 2025, Code Enforcement Officer Christopher Colen, conducted a site inspection and observed the violations on the property still remained - a Hideout by Hornet travel trailer parked on the vacant parcel, along with various other personal property. There also seemed to be some fill occurring, comprised of dirt and branches. The property owner was given two (2) weeks to bring the property into compliance on 05-27-25, but the property remains in violation and will be written up.
On June 26, 2025, Code Enforcement issued a "Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate" (NONOTA) against the property. NONOTA provided a thirty (30) day period to correct the violations and provide for a twenty-one (21) day appeal period. The NONOTOA cited the following violation(s) of the Lake County Code: (Attachment F)
LCC Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3.1 (e) (5) - Any use of land, buildings, or premises established, operated, or maintained contrary to the provisions of Chapter 21.
Storage of a recreational vehicle and other items contrary to the primary purpose for the "R1" zoning designation by not first establishing a residential dwelling and/ occupation of a recreational vehicle being used for the purpose of permanent habitation that does not meet minimum construction standards.
On June 30, 2025, a request for a hearing before the Board of Supervisors (appeal) was received from Jose Barbosa Garcia (Garcia). The form asks for a reason why the property should not be considered a public nuisance. Garcia provided the following reason: (Attachment G)
"Hi, I need more time to get my permits for building & for the trailer. I do have consistent income & my family is helping me with funding."
On July 17, 2025, I (Beltramo) spoke with Garcia. Garcia stated RV is his homestead and he does not have another place to store the RV. Garcia stated it is his intent to build a structure on the property. Garcia was provided with information for Environmental Health for septic information; a list of drafters to design his home; and information on how to submit a building permit application.
On September 24, 2025, I (Beltramo) sent an email to Garcia informing him of the Oct 7, 2025, hearing which Garcia confirmed receipt of the email and hearing information.
Estimated Abatement Costs:
Removal of RV - $3,000.00 ($100 per ft)
Removal of miscellaneous items - $200.00 (disposal fees and contractor time)
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Evidence:
Attachment(s) - A - Property Map
B - EH Letter regarding Septic
C - Complaint with photos
D - Courtesy Letter
E - First Site Inspection photos
F - Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate
G - Request for Hearing Form (Garcia)
County Witness(es):
Marcus Beltramo, Code Enforcement Manager
Christopher Colen, Code Enforcement Officer
Recommended Action
Staff recommend the Board of Supervisors uphold the NONOTA and instruct staff to move forward with its abatement processes to remove the recreational vehicle and other miscellaneous items from the property, restoring the lot back to a vacant parcel and compliance with the Lake County Zoning Ordinance.
On motion of Supervisors Pyska, and by vote of the Board, moved to uphold the Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate and if not corrected by the property owner within two weeks of today's hearing, instruct staff to move forward with its abatement processes to remove the recreational vehicle and other miscellaneous items from the property, restoring the lot back to a vacant parcel and in compliance with the Lake County Zoning Ordinance. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: All members of the hearing were sworn in by the Clerk. Code Enforcement Manager Marcus Beltramo presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Code Enforcement Officer Christopher Colen spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Ellie Jane Vitalis. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.132:00 P.M. - Consideration of a County Fee Deferral Program and Participating in California Statewide Community Development Authority’s Statewide Community Infrastructure Program
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
A fee deferral program is designed to incentivize commercial and residential development through delaying the payment of selected fees until the property can generate revenue. This program would utilize $840,000 from the Economic Development, Housing, and Risk Reduction Allocation from Cannabis Fund 064 to capitalize a revolving loan fund. The fund would enable the payment of fees from the developer when they attain the certificate of occupancy or five years from a deferral agreement, whichever comes first. A security instrument, most likely a lien, would be placed on the property to protect the County financially from the risk of the deferral agreement. Developments would only be eligible once entitlement is approved with applicants eligible to apply for a deferral when they apply for a building permit. Interest would be charged on the deferral to preserve the value of the revolving fund. Guidelines would be established for the program to provide clarity on the structure of the program and the process. An ordinance would need to be enacted. Since each fee deferral would require its own agreement, it is envisioned that only multifamily and commercial developments would be eligible due to administrative capacity.
There is a limited financial capacity and benefit of timeframe for a fee deferral program operated by the County. For larger projects the California Statewide Communities Development Authority's (CSCDA) Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP) could be an appropriate tool. CSCDA, which the County joined in 1988, is a joint powers authority founded and sponsored by the California State Association of Counties and the California League of Cities. SCIP finances developer's impact fees and public improvements through land secured, tax-exempt bonds. CSCDA performs the underwriting and assumes the risk through an assessment or community facilities district of the development. SCIP is often utilized for master plan communities. The local agency, which would be the County, is paid upfront for the fees and/or allows a developer to finance public improvements associated with a project. An assessment is placed on the property for up to 30 years to repay the bonds, which is a cheaper cost of capital through tax-exempt bonds. SCIP has financed projects (fees, public improvements, facilities) from $500,000 to $35,000,000. Generally, the minimum size for a residential project for SCIP is 100 units.
Recommended Action
This is an informational session only. No action is required.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Ben Rickleman presented the PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. California Statewide Community Development Authority Representative James Hamill spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Tom Lajcik. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.142:30 P.M. - Consideration of Presentation on Cannabis Policy Update Process
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Since 2014, regulations concerning cannabis-related businesses have been established. The Board of Supervisors has periodically revised these regulations to reflect updates in state law and to incorporate insights gained from existing procedures. This update reflects a considerable amount of input from the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Cannabis Ordinance Task Force, relevant departments, and the public.
Staff recommends amending Article 27, Uses Generally Permitted in light of these contributions, while we concurrently work on establishing thresholds of significance through the CEQA process for issues associated with the revised Cannabis Ordinance, Article 73, which is in the Drafting process with the Planning Division.
Direction from the Board on this process has been clear; to streamline the current regulations to support legal cannabis activity, while considering the impacts of the industry on the surrounding environment and improve processes to reveal and address bad actors. The following summary identifies issues for the local regulations governing commercial cannabis-related enterprises that can be corrected by implementation of an amendment to Article 27, Uses Generally Permitted. These actions have no potential for significant effect on the environment, qualifying for the Common Sense exemption in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15061(b)(3).
The following summary addresses these issues to achieve these directives, as directed by the Board of Supervisors.
* Increased setbacks from offsite residences from 200' to 500'
* A cap in the size of the commercial cannabis canopy at 20 acres or 871,200 square feet
* Incomplete, abandoned applications - establishes process for departmental denial of stagnant applications
* Application and Qualifications for Background Clearance for County Permit - sync with state regulations to address challenges noted by the Treasurer-Tax Collector for tax collection
* Active warrant review for property owner(s) and applicant(s) - to be established at Completeness Review stage
* Method for Calculating Canopy - sync with state method
* Setbacks from Industrial Hemp and Commercial Cannabis canopy - for clarity during site visits
* Scenic Corridor setbacks
* METRC Track and Trace tag destruction after use
* Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Exclusion Areas; Clear Lake at 7.79 Rumsey as Public Land
* Farmland Protection Zone; Greenhouse construction shall utilize anchor-point foundation when feasible. Concrete slab foundations are discouraged.
* Setbacks from watercourses in alignment with the minimum Riparian Setbacks approved by the California State Water Resources Quality Control Board.
* Construction hours, Operational hours, and Delivery hours
* Opt Out and Reduced Canopy Process due to CDD by June 1
* Opt Out not allowed for consecutive years
* Voluntary Termination of Use for an Approved Project
* Expiration; two years of inactivity, including two consecutive years of opting out
* Removal of 10-year permit limit
* $5,000 Restoration Bond; Lake County as obligee
The proposed timeline for presentation of a draft ordinance of the above listed items is as follows:
* Presentation of this summary to the Planning Commission on October 9, 2025;
* Public Hearing of draft Ordinance at Planning Commission on November 13, 2025;
* Public Hearing and possible first reading of draft Ordinance at Board of Supervisors on November 18, 2025;
Please note that the following items, which will not be addressed by implementation of an amendment to Article 27, Uses Generally Permitted, will require CEQA analysis for the drafting of Article 73.
* Air Quality
* Water Use
* Prohibited activities: tree removal, odor
* Type S: Shared Manufacturing facilities
* Type 9 Retail sales, delivery only
* Type 10 retail sales with onsite consumption
* Temporary Cannabis events
* Temporary Cannabis events with onsite consumption
* Excessive Concentration of Retail Sales locations
Since 2014, the two main topics of complaints and concerns expressed by the public, Planning Commission, and Board of Supervisors has been odor and water impacts of commercial cannabis cultivation. Staff recommends a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) be conducted in order to establish thresholds of impact for these aspects of cannabis cultivation and processing. Included as Attachment A is a recent estimate for a PEIR specific to odor impacts. Staff requests Board direction regarding the addition of a PEIR to the development of Article 73.
Recommended Action
Provide Board direction regarding the addition of a PEIR to the Article 73 drafting process.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
6.153:00 P.M. - (A) Consideration of Staff Review of Sonoma Clean Power Joint Powers Agreement; (B) Conceptual Introduction of Draft Enabling Resolutions and Ordinance for County to Join Sonoma Clean Power and Possible Direction to Staff (No Action on Part B, Discussion and Possible Direction to Staff, Only)
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
First, thank you to all of you for your attendance and engagement in the Tuesday, September 30, special 5pm Joint Workshop of the County of Lake and Cities of Clearlake and Lakeport on the option of Public Power Generation in Lake County with Sonoma Clean Power (SCP). Video of that session is now accessible here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4jexfZaxn4
Earlier this year, the Lake County Board of Supervisors and the Cities of Lakeport and Clearlake sent requests to SCP to consider extending service into Lake County, and an offer of service has been extended (PDF Pages 83-95 are relevant to Lake County, and the signed/final version of the offer of service is attached here, for your reference and public inspection):
https://sonomacleanpower.org/uploads/documents/SCPA-BOD-2025.08.07-Meeting-Agenda-Packet-with-Teleconference-Instructions.pdf
Your Board asked that County Counsel and Administration review the Sonoma Clean Power Joint Powers Agreement in detail, and staff have drawn out the following observations:
1. The title of the attached document should delete the reference to "By and Among The County of Sonoma and The Sonoma County Water Agency"
2. Section 2.5 expressly states that "the power of the Authority is subject to the restrictions upon the manner of exercising power possessed by the Sonoma County Water Agency."
3. Section 3.3 states that a Participant who has not agreed to assume an Authority debt liability or obligation shall not be responsible in any way for such debt, liability, or obligation even if a majority of the Parties and Participants agree to assume the debt, liability or obligation of the Authority.
4. Section 4.7 states that the if the Board of Directors approves any other municipality or county as a Participant, the Board of Directors shall determine whether such municipality or county may appoint an additional member of the Board of Directors.
5. Section 4.7.3 states that any "action by the Board shall require the affirmative vote of a majority of Directors present at the meeting." However, Section 4.7.4 allows for any Director to make a demand that approval of any matter related to the CCA Program be determined on the basis of voting shares and by affirmative vote of a majority of Directors present at the meeting." Furthermore, Section 4.7.5. provides that for actions consisting of an amendment to the agreement, the removal of a member from the Community Advisory Committee, or the involuntary termination of a Party or Participant, any Director present at the meeting may demand that the vote be determined on the basis of voting shares. Voting shares are based on (Annual Energy Use/Total Annual Energy) multiplied by 100, and the Authority has determined that the County of Lake, City of Clearlake, and the City of Lakeport shall have 2 voting shares.
6. Section 4.9.3 designates the Sonoma County Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector as the Treasurer and the Auditor for the Authority.
7. Section 5.1.2 mandates the Authority to prepare and approve an Implementation Plan (also attached for your reference), that requires our Board's authorization to implement should the Board decide to be a member of this Authority.
8. Section 7.1.1. allows for a Participant in this JPA to withdraw upon 6 months advance written notice to the Authority that the governing board of said participant has voted to withdraw. However, Section 7.3 states:
Claims, demands, damages, or liabilities for which a withdrawing or terminated Party or Participant may remain liable include, but are not limited to, losses from the resale of power contracted for by the Authority to serve the Party or Participant's load. With such respect to such liability, upon notice by a Participant that it wishes to withdraw from the program, the Authority shall notify the Party or Participant of the minimum waiting period under which the Participant would have no costs for withdrawal if the Participant agrees to stay in the CCA Program for such period.
9. Section 8.2 states that the Authority would indemnify and hold harmless the individual current and former Directors, officers, and employees for any acts or omissions int eh scope of their employment or duties.
10. Section 8.3 states that the Authority would indemnify and hold harmless the Parties and Participants and each of their respective Board or Council members, officers, agents and employees from an any claims or damages arising directly or indirectly from the conduct of the Authority under this Agreement.
Your Board will recall, Sonoma Clean Power staff have repeatedly spoken to the long-term nature of the commitment joining represents, and conditions for doing so are more favorable than either of the two previous times the County explored Community Choice Aggregation (2015-16, 2019-20).
Additionally, members of your Board requested that the Resolutions and Ordinance that will be considered during your Tuesday, October 21, 2025, meeting, which could effectuate the County joining Sonoma Clean Power, if that is the will of your Board in representing the public interest, be made accessible for public inspection. Those are attached to this Agenda Item. No action will be taken on any of these documents today; however, your Board and members of the public may wish to advise staff of any questions, in the interest of providing for the best possible policy direction and decision-making Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Staff looks forward to your Board's discussion and questions, and we sincerely hope this item augments public understanding. The decision to join Sonoma Clean Power is very long-term, and staff truly appreciates your earnest efforts to appropriately weigh this decision. As you are aware, Sonoma Clean Power has committed to robust engagement with Lake County's Tribal Nations, for example, prior to service commencing, to ensure any that wish to opt out have the opportunity to do so prior to service ever starting.
If there are additional considerations you feel should be made, staff hopes your Board will agree Sonoma Clean Power leadership have consistently sought to accommodate those needs, including conduct of the feasibility study at no cost to the County or Cities of Clearlake and Lakeport and attendance of seven Lake County Town Halls and more than a dozen public meetings (including the Tuesday, September 30, joint workshop) with no commitment from your Board or the City Councils. As you would expect, Staff is committed to following up on any lingering questions you may have.
No decision-making action is associated with this item. You may consider direction to staff, as appropriate.
Recommended Action
No decision-making action. Consider direction to staff, as appropriate.
There was Board Consensus to include language regarding the geozone set backs.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein introduced the item to the Board. Deputy County Administrative Officer Ben Rickleman presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Denise Rushing, Weston Syphers, Tom Lajcik, Mireya Turner, and Margaux Kambara. The following people spoke via Zoom: Sterling Wellman and Angela Ameral. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
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7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of an Update on Xabatin: Big Lake Big Science Documentary and Approval of Further Usage of Film
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As members of your Board are aware, the recent Soper-Reese Community Theatre premiere of Xabatin: Big Lake Big Science was very well attended (not all who presented to the theatre were able to be accommodated due to strong interest). Thanks to Chair Crandell and Supervisor Rasmussen for appearing in the film.
Your Board's support of this unique project, of which the County's Videographer, Sam Euston, is a primary driving force, has resulted in a significant positive community response, and stands as a counterpoint to negative messages regarding our County's central feature, Clear Lake.
The intent from the outset of this project has been to segment the film for use in educational settings, for example, and present the full-length documentary at film festivals, which is anticipated to occur in late 2025 and 2026. No request is being made of your Board to contribute to festival submittal fees or other expenses, at this time.
Given the strong response, thus far, staff anticipates your Board will support taking these further anticipated steps and sharing the film with a broader audience. However, staff and project partners Sam Euston and Lake County Land Trust are seeking your Board's concurrence.
Recommended Action
Approval, by consensus, to proceed with submittal of Xabatin: Big Lake Big Science for consideration by Film Festivals and use for educational purposes.
| Estimated Cost | $0 |
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There was Board consensus to add the county seal in the beginning of the movie.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. Assistant County Administrative Officer Stephen Carter spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Margaux Kambara. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of the Agreement Between County of Lake and Clover Valley Guest Home for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $1,200,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
Agreement
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services requests Board approval of an agreement with Clover Valley Guest Home for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in the amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00, to provide 24-hour adult residential support and specialty mental health services for individuals with serious mental illness. The contract term is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
LCBHS has contracted with Clover Valley Guest Home for these services for several years. Clover Valley Guest Home is one of two Board and Care facilities for our clients in Lake County (we contract with both.) Clover Valley served 7 unduplicated clients during FY2024-25.
Recommended Action
Approve the Agreement between the County of Lake and Clover Valley Guest Home for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, for a maximum compensation of $1,200,00.00, and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $1,200,000.00 |
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On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved agreement Between County of Lake and Clover Valley Guest Home for Adult Residential Support Services and Specialty Mental Health Services in the Amount of $650,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and authorized the Chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Services Director Elise Jones presented the item to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of Approval of Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Redwood Community Services, Inc. Phoenix House Crisis Residential Treatment Facility for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The County entered into an agreement with Redwood Community Services, Inc. on July 1, 2025, to operate the Phoenix House Crisis Residential Treatment Facility. Service demand has exceeded initial projections, requiring an increase in contract funding. Amendment No. 1 raises the contract maximum by $350,000, for a new total of $375,000, ensuring uninterrupted access to short-term stabilization and crisis residential services for Lake County residents. All other terms and conditions, including scope of services and fiscal provisions, remain unchanged.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Redwood Community Services, Inc. Phoenix House Crisis Residential Treatment Facility for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
| Estimated Cost | $350,000 |
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On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved Amendment No.1 to the Agreement Between County of Lake and Redwood Community Services, Inc. Phoenix House Crisis Residential Treatment Facility for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones presented the item to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.5Consideration to Approve the Submission of the Attached Letter to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On August 15, 2025, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) issued Lake County Behavioral Health a recoupment notice seeking recovery of funds for (1) Specialty Mental Health Services inpatient claims and (2) services provided to beneficiaries with Unsatisfactory Immigration Status. These recoupments reach back to claims from 2011-2020.
LCBH, in coordination with County Counsel, has formally protested this action, arguing that counties acted in good faith reliance on DHCS eligibility and claims systems, that many claims fall outside the statutory three-year audit window, and that DHCS has not provided claim-level detail or a formal appeal process. The protest requests rescission of the recoupments or, at minimum, an appeal pathway or State backfill of the disallowed claims.
If upheld, these retroactive recoupments would create substantial unbudgeted liabilities for the County and set a precedent that shifts State claiming errors onto counties. Staff recommends the Board receive this update and authorize continued coordination with County Counsel and CSAC to protect the County's fiscal interests.
Recommended Action
Receive update regarding the DHCS recoupment notice and authorize staff to continue coordination with County Counsel, the California State Association of Counties (CSAC), and other counties to protect Lake County's fiscal interests.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Submission of the Attached Letter to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) with condition to look into possibility of cc'ing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones presented the item to the Board. Chief Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Angela Ameral. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6Consideration of Resolution Approving County of Lake Health Services to Apply for Funding in the Amount of $488,205 Through the California Department of Public Health for Fiscal Years 2025 Through 2030 and Authorize the Director of Health Services to Sign Said Application
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
We respectfully request your approval to accept funding from the California Department of Public Health for Sexually Transmitted Infection and Disease Intervention Support for the period of FY 2025-2030 in the amount of $488,205.
This funding supports critical prevention, case investigation, contact tracing and other intervention services to reduce the spread of sexually transmitted infections in Lake County. These services help protect community health, lower long-term treatment costs, and address disparities affecting vulnerable populations.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends your Board Adopt Resolution Approving County of Lake Health Services to Apply for Funding in the Amount of $488,205 Through the California Department of Public Health for Fiscal Years 2025 Through 2030 and Authorize the Director of Health Services to Sign Said Application.
Supervisor Sabatier offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Health Services Director Anthony Arton presented the item to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed
7.7Consideration to a) Waive the formal bidding requirement; and b) authorize the IT Director to issue a Purchase Order for Microsoft365 and associated services renewal in the amount of $343,629.24.
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 4-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: absent Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The County of Lake utilizes Microsoft365 cloud services for collaboration, security, and productivity software. These services are purchased yearly as a subscription. We currently purchase licenses for 1100 users along with several SQL server, Visio, and PowerBI licenses.
This software suite is the primary office/productivity suite used by all departments serviced by County Information Technology and must be renewed yearly in order to continue utilizing the software and systems.
We are requesting your Board to waive the formal bidding requirement and approve this purchase in the amount of $343,629.24 for fiscal year 2024-2025. The purchase will be made using the cooperative County of Riverside LSP contract.
Recommended Action
Waive the formal bidding requirement and authorize the IT Director to issue a Purchase Order for Microsoft365 and associated services renewal in the amount of $343,629.24.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, Waived the formal bidding requirement and authorized the IT Director to issue a Purchase Order for Microsoft365 and associated services renewal in the amount of $343,629.24. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Sabatier, Pyska, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisor: 1 - Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Information Technology Director Shane French introduced the item to the Board.
Chair Rasmussen 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 update to the Lake County Library Collection Development Policy
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Attached please find the Lake County Library Collection Development Policy for consideration for approval. This policy guides staff in developing the collection and informs the public of the principles on which collection development decisions are based. Its purpose is to serve as a guide to build a diverse, balanced, and high quality collection that represents a multiplicity of viewpoints.
On February 27, 2024 your board approved the current Lake County Library Collection Development Policy. The changes before your Board today are to affirm that this policy complies with the California Freedom to Read Act (AB 1825), signed into law on September 29, 2024.
The California State Library has advised that we should add the language highlighted in the attached document to our collection development policy to positively affirm that it complies with the Freedom to Read Act. Complying with this state law by January 1, 2026 is important to continue being eligible for state funding for our library.
Thank you for your consideration of this update.
Recommended Action
Approve the update to the Lake County Library Collection Development Policy.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled and continued to the October 21, 2025 Board of Supervisors Meeting.
8. Closed Session
8.1Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9 (d)(1) – FERC Proceeding No. P-77, Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project
Closed Session Item