Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Agenda packet (PDF) · Watch the meeting video
This is the plain-text record. Open this meeting in the interactive archive for video timestamps, search and vote comparisons.
How to attend or watch
Meetings of the Lake County Board of Supervisors will be available for participation virtually via Zoom. Live video of all Board of Supervisors meetings is broadcast online, at: https://countyoflake.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
To participate in real time, please join the Zoom Meeting, by clicking the link below at 9am: Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join. https://lakecounty.zoom.us/j/86533544962?pwd=eFU3SWhhVlR4OGtqK1hPLzI0N2F0dz09 Passcode: 726865 Or One tap mobile: +16694449171,,86533544962#,,,,*726865# US +16699006833,,86533544962#,,,,*726865# US (San Jose) Or join by phone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 444 9171 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 719 359 4580 or +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 360 209 5623 or +1 386 347 5053 or +1 507 473 4847 or +1 564 217 2000 or +1 646 931 3860 or +1 689 278 1000 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 305 224 1968 or +1 309 205 3325 or +1 312 626 6799 Webinar ID: 865 3354 4962 Passcode: 726865 International numbers available: https://lakecounty.zoom.us/u/kcUkQmMtyj PLEASE NOTE: IF ALL BOARD MEMBERS ARE PRESENT IN PERSON, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION BY ZOOM IS FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY AND IS NOT REQUIRED BY LAW. IF THE ZOOM FEED IS LOST FOR ANY REASON, THE MEETING MAY BE PAUSED WHILE A FIX IS ATTEMPTED BUT THE MEETING MAY CONTINUE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIRPERSON.
To submit a written comment on any agenda item please visit: https://countyoflake.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx and click on the eComment feature linked to the meeting date. If a comment is submitted after the meeting begins, it may not be read during the meeting but will become a part of the record.
Thank you for your interest in this meeting.
To participate in real time, please join the Zoom Meeting, by clicking the link below at 9am: Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join. https://lakecounty.zoom.us/j/86533544962?pwd=eFU3SWhhVlR4OGtqK1hPLzI0N2F0dz09 Passcode: 726865 Or One tap mobile: +16694449171,,86533544962#,,,,*726865# US +16699006833,,86533544962#,,,,*726865# US (San Jose) Or join by phone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 444 9171 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 719 359 4580 or +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 360 209 5623 or +1 386 347 5053 or +1 507 473 4847 or +1 564 217 2000 or +1 646 931 3860 or +1 689 278 1000 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 305 224 1968 or +1 309 205 3325 or +1 312 626 6799 Webinar ID: 865 3354 4962 Passcode: 726865 International numbers available: https://lakecounty.zoom.us/u/kcUkQmMtyj PLEASE NOTE: IF ALL BOARD MEMBERS ARE PRESENT IN PERSON, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION BY ZOOM IS FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY AND IS NOT REQUIRED BY LAW. IF THE ZOOM FEED IS LOST FOR ANY REASON, THE MEETING MAY BE PAUSED WHILE A FIX IS ATTEMPTED BUT THE MEETING MAY CONTINUE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIRPERSON.
To submit a written comment on any agenda item please visit: https://countyoflake.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx and click on the eComment feature linked to the meeting date. If a comment is submitted after the meeting begins, it may not be read during the meeting but will become a part of the record.
Thank you for your interest in this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Moment of Silence
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Consideration of Extra Items Not Appearing on the Posted Agenda
4.1EXTRA ITEM: (a) Consideration of “extra” agenda item; and (b) Consideration of recommendation to approve administrative funding to provide hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay in the amount of $40,000 per week for two weeks, $80,000 total; and (c) Consideration of recommendation to establish an Ad-Hoc Work Group for hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay
Action Item
Motion carried · 3 motions
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
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
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
This item came to my attention subsequent to the posting of the current agenda and there is a need to take action before the next agenda. As your board is aware, CalFresh benefits for the month of November 2025 are delayed due to the federal government shutdown. On Monday, November 3, 2025, under court order, USDA agreed to use remaining SNAP/CalFresh contingency funding. Contingency funds are not enough to cover full November benefits. USDA will be sending states a table to use to distribute partial November benefits. California's statewide CalFresh benefit issuance systems will need to be reprogrammed for partial issuance. These partial SNAP/CalFresh benefits may not be issued until Mid-November, or later. In Lake County $2.9 million per month in CalFresh benefits are issued to 10,333 families, 16,320 people, at an average of $287.49 per family; 46% are children, 18% are elderly, and 4% are disabled. CalFresh benefits normally issue to families between the 1st-10th of the month, with approximately 1/10th of families (1,033 families) getting their benefits each day. Families that turn in a report late get their benefits on the 11th of the month. Once partial November 2025 CalFresh benefits issue, the rest of November 2025 benefits will not be issued until after the federal government shutdown ends. December 2025 CalFresh benefits could be delayed if the shutdown continues into late November. There is a need to address immediate food instability for CalFresh recipients in Lake County.
(b) I am recommending your Board consider allocating administrative funding of $40,000 per week for two weeks, $80,000 total, to provide hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay. Discussion will include, but not be limited, to fiscally responsible approaches to relieve hunger, and collaborative efforts with local service organizations.
(c) I am recommending your Board establish an Ad-Hoc Workgroup on hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay. Discussion will include, but not be limited to, role of Social Services, role of County Administration, and delegation of Board Member(s) to the workgroup, identifying action items and/or updates that may be expected at the November 18, 2025, Board Meeting, as well as other directions to staff as your Board deems appropriate.
Recommended Action
(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item.
(b) I request that the Board take action by motion to approve administrative funding to provide hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay in the amount of $40,000 per week for two weeks, $80,000 total.
(c) I request that the Board take action by motion to establish an ad-hoc workgroup for hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay.
| Estimated Cost | $80,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $0 |
| Additional Requested | $80,000 |
| Future Annual Cost | $0 |
a) On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen approved taking up the extra item as it came up after the posting of the agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Owen, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
b) On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, approved administrative funding to provide hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay in the amount of $40,000 per week for two weeks, $80,000 total. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
c) On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, established an Ad-Hoc Work Group for hunger relief due to SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay with membership from Supervisor Sabatier, Supervisor Pyska, Administration, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Grocery Stores, North Coast Opportunities, and Education. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: a) Supervisor Rasmussen introduced the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Mark Lipps. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
b) Social Services Director Rachael Dillman-Parsons presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke via Zoom: Angela Ameral, Elizabeth Larson, and Shannon Kimball-Auth spoke. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
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 our Veterans on Veterans Day
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
PROCLAMATION
RECOGNIZING OUR VETERANS ON VETERANS DAY
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining our freedoms and way of life; and
WHEREAS, tens of millions of Americans have served in the Armed Forces of the United States during the past century; and
WHEREAS, hundreds of thousands of Americans have given their lives while serving in the Armed Forces during the past century; and
WHEREAS, our state is home to more than 1.6 million veterans, the most of any state in the nation; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is home to approximately 4,500 veterans, or approximately 7% of our county's population; and
WHEREAS, our veterans are brave and selfless individuals who, when duty called, willingly put themselves in harm's way to defend the lives and liberty of others; and
WHEREAS, their abiding patriotism and enduring devotion to the ideals on which the United States is founded will never fail to inspire us; and
WHEREAS, our veterans understand the important task before the American service men and women now keeping watch.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors recognize the legacy of loyalty, service, and sacrifice of our veterans to our country, our local communities and their families. The Board of Supervisors honors the contributions of our veterans to the principles of democracy, individual freedom, and human rights.
NOW, LET IT BE PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors will join the nationwide effort Operation Green Light in showing support for veterans by lighting our Lake County Courthouse in Lakeport green from November 4-11, 2025. By shining a green light, the County of Lake and our residents will let veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of November 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Recognizing our Veterans on Veterans Day
5.5Adopt Proclamation Designating November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month in Lake County
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING NOVEMBER 2025 AS NATIONAL NATIVE
AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Lake County has been home to people for greater than 12,000 years, and the richly diverse cultures of the seven Tribal Nations indigenous to Lake County, Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California, Koi Nation of Northern California, Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Robinson Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California and Elem Indian Colony, have informed every aspect of our community's history. Policies and practices of the United States and earlier colonial governments deprived Indigenous People in the State of California and Lake County, specifically, of landholdings, liberty, even life, itself; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have helped to make our community stronger and more prosperous. On August 3, 1990, President of the United States George H. W. Bush declared the month of November as National American Indian Heritage Month, thereafter, commonly referred to as Native American Heritage Month. The bill read in part that "the President has authorized and requested to call upon Federal, State and local Governments, groups and organizations and the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities"; and
WHEREAS, this landmark bill honoring America's tribal people represented a major step in the establishment of this celebration which began in 1976 when a Cherokee/Osage Indian named Jerry C. Elliott-High Eagle authored Native American Awareness Week legislation, the first historical week of recognition in the nation for native peoples. This led to 1986 with then President Ronald Reagan proclaiming November 23-30, 1986, as "American Indian Week." President Barack Obama made an annual Presidential Proclamation on the 31st of October stating that each respective November would be National Native American Heritage Month. We celebrate the richness of the County's unique Tribal history and traditions, and the impact Native American cultures have had on every American; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is committed to protecting the Sovereign right of Native American Tribal organizations and institutions to strengthen their own communities. In observance of Native American month, the County of Lake encourages all citizens to join in recognizing the many accomplishments and contributions Native Americans have made to our County and express deep appreciation for those who have sought to honor the important role of Tribal leadership in our County's past, present, and future.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors, do hereby designate the month of November 2025, National Native American Heritage Month in Lake County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of November 2025.
Recommended Action
Adopt Proclamation Designating November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month in Lake County
5.6(Sitting as the Lake County Air Quality Management District Board of Directors) Authorize the APCO to Sign the County of Lake South Main St. Purchase Agreement for a Portion of District Property at 2617 South Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453
Action Item
pulled on consent
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 Lake County Air Quality Management District (District) has received an Offer to Purchase Agreement from Bender Rosenthal Incorporated for the County of Lake regarding the South Main Street/ Soda Bay Road Widening and Bike Lake Project (Attached). As part of the road widening project approximately 6,893 sqft of District owned property or property that has undetermined ownership located between the District property and the South Main Street roadway has been requested to be acquired.
District staff worked with the County of Lake Public Works staff and their consultants to ensure the existing fence line next to the building will not change. Public Works has committed to work with the District to ensure appropriate safety measures are in place with the road widening, as the District building is less than 2 feet from the new property line. Additional time was required to resolve a construction easement issue, which has subsequently been removed. The updated Purchase Agreement received October 27, 2025 is attached.
With this safety commitment and documentation provided, District staff recommends moving forward with this request. To move forward the District has the power, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code 40701 (e): "To lease, sell, or dispose of any property, or any interest therein, whenever, in the judgment of the district board, such property, or any interest therein, or part thereof, is no longer required for the purpose without interfering with the use of the same for the purposes of the district, and to pay any compensation received therefor into the general fund of the district."
District staff recommends that the Board of Directors utilize their judgment to determine that the selling of this portion of the District property will not interfere with District operations or use of the property at this time.
Recommended Action
That the Board of Directors accept District staff recommendations and determine that the portion of District property referenced in the purchase agreement will not interfere with District operation or use of the property as such authorize the Air Pollution Control Officer to sign and submit the purchase agreement.
On motion of Director Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, accepted district staff recommendations and determine that the portion of the district property referenced in the purchase agreement is no longer required for the purpose of the district under health and safety code section 40701e approve the purchase agreement and authorized the Air Pollution Control Officer to sign and submit the purchase agreement. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Directors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano 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.
5.7Affirm Authority of County Administrative Officer Susan Parker to Manage the Fiscal and Budget Responsibilities of the Public Defenders Office
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Due to the resignation of the Chief Public Defender, staff is requesting to have the authority to manage the Fiscal and Budget responsibilities of the Public Defender's Office remain with County Administrative Officer, Susan Parker, or her designee.
Recommended Action
Affirm Authority of County Administrative Officer Susan Parker to Manage the Fiscal and Budget Responsibilities of the Public Defender's Office.
5.8(a) Approve Agreement No. BSCC 1527-25 by and between the Board of State and Community Corrections and the County of Lake in the amount of $52,326.00, for law enforcement equipment and training; (b) Adopt the Governing Body Resolution; (c) Adopt the Resolution amending Resolution to amend the adopted budget for FY 2025-2026 by adjusting revenues and appropriations in Budget Unit 2201-Sheriff/Coroner; (d) Approve Appendix C, Certification of Compliance and (e) Authorize the Sheriff/Coroner as the Authorized Payee to sign any additional documents
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On September 8th, 2025, the Lake County Sheriff's office applied for the Edward Bryne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program through the Board of State Community Corrections. Lake County is eligible for up to $52,326.00 in funding disbursed from October 1st, 2025 through September 30th, 2026
The Sheriff's office proposal requested the full amount of $52,326.00
On October 7th, 2025, a representative from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) notified staff that Lake County's application met their committee's rating criteria and is recommended for approval. Attached are the following documents:
(a) Approve Agreement No. BSCC 1527-25 by and between the Board of State and Community Corrections and the County of Lake in the amount of $52,326.00, for law enforcement equipment and training; (b) Adopt the Governing Body Resolution; (c) Adopt the Resolution amending Resolution to amend the adopted budget for FY 2025-2026 by adjusting revenues and appropriations in Budget Unit 2201-Sheriff/Coroner; (d) Approve Appendix C, Certification of Compliance and (e) Authorize the Sheriff/Coroner as the Authorized Payee to sign any additional documents
These funds will be used for a Crisis Negotiation Throw Phone and Transmitter as well as Simunitions. There is no cost to the county general fund.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve Agreement No. BSCC 1527-25 by and between the Board of State and Community Corrections and the County of Lake in the amount of $52,326.00, for law enforcement equipment and training; (b) Adopt the Governing Body Resolution; (c) Adopt the Resolution amending Resolution to amend the adopted budget for FY 2025-2026 by adjusting revenues and appropriations in Budget Unit 2201-Sheriff/Coroner; (d) Approve Appendix C, Certification of Compliance and (e) Authorize the Sheriff/Coroner as the Authorized Payee to sign any additional documents.
STD-204-Payee-Data-Record a 2025 JAG RFA - Contract Lake County Grantee-Contact-Information-Sheet-September-2020 (1) Resolution to Appropriate Unanticipated Revenue_BU 2201 JAGgrantBSCC Dutra Governing Body Resolution -JAG BSCC Dutra certification of complia_20251022165802 addendum_bscc resolution_20251031111318
5.9Adopt Resolution Adopting the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan; and (b Accept and adopt the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP)
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In accordance with State and Federal requirements (California Natural Disaster Assistance Act and the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 [DMA 2000]), the Lake County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services requests that the Lake County Board of Supervisors accept and adopt the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP).
The MJHMP builds upon the 2023 Lake County Hazard Mitigation Plan previously adopted by the Board of Supervisors. Following that adoption, the County worked in close coordination with the City of Lakeport and the City of Clearlake to expand the plan into a single, multi-jurisdictional document. This collaborative effort ensures consistency across jurisdictions, allows for regional coordination in mitigation project development, and strengthens the County and Cities' eligibility for State and Federal hazard mitigation grant funding.
The MJHMP identifies known natural hazards that threaten Lake County and its incorporated cities, and proposes mitigation strategies and projects to reduce the impact of those hazards on residents, infrastructure, and the local economy. More than fifty (50) mitigation projects have been identified across jurisdictions. When mitigation funds become available after a disaster, these projects serve as the basis for applications, which may be eligible for up to seventy-five percent (75%) federal funding, with a required twenty-five percent (25%) local match.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services coordinated and supported the preparation of the MJHMP in partnership with the Cities of Lakeport and Clearlake. The planning process was led by OES Manager Leah Sautelet and supported by a Board-approved Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee, comprised of County and City staff, representatives from each Supervisorial District, and key stakeholders. Consultants from The Resiliency Initiative facilitated the entire planning process, authored the annexes for each jurisdiction, and provided technical expertise throughout plan development. Public input was gathered through community meetings, surveys, and stakeholder workshops.
After review by Cal OES and FEMA, the MJHMP has been designated Approved Pending Adoption. The City of Lakeport and the City of Clearlake have each adopted their respective annexes. With adoption by the Board of Supervisors, the County will complete the final step for full plan approval and implementation.
Per DMA 2000, hazard mitigation planning is required to be updated every five years. Accordingly, the next update of the MJHMP will be due five years following FEMA's final approval of this plan.
Recommended Action
(a) Adopt Resolution Adopting the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan; and (b) Accept and Adopt the Lake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP).
5.10(Sitting in Concurrence with the Kelseyville County Water Works Board of Directors and Lake County Sanitation District Board of Directors) Approve Agreement between the County of Lake, Kelseyville County Water Works and Lake County Sanitation District, on behalf of CSA #1 Lighting Districts, CSA #2 Spring Valley, CSA #6 Finley, CSA #13 Kono Tayee, CSA #20 Soda Bay, CSA #21 North Lakeport, Kelseyville County Water Works District #3, and Lake County Sanitation District, with Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants for Rate and Fee Study Services, award the identified task orders, and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Agreement
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
Lake County Special Districts solicited proposals from qualified consultants to perform a variety of rate and fee study services to help assist District staff in rate/fee assignments and tasks that are needed for the District to perform at various times. This will enable staff to quickly and efficiently address needed rate and fee study services without having to go through the individual Request for Proposal and Consultant Selection process for each needed rate/fee service.
A Request for Proposals (Solicitation #251110) was advertised in the Record Bee and placed on the Special Districts website. One Firm submitted a proposal. A Consultant Selection Board (CSB) was convened in accordance with County policy and the recommendation of the CSB was to select Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants. The district is ready to move forward with Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants to be under contract for on-call services.
Attached for your consideration is an agreements for Rate and Fee Study Services with Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants. Also attached for your consideration and approval are Task Orders to be assigned for the consultant.
The following task orders need to be approved. Additional task orders will be submitted in the future under separate Board actions.
* Task Order 1 - Sewer Rate Study and Proposition 218 Assistance for LACOSAN Southeast: $41,600
* Task Order 2 - Sewer Rate Study and Proposition 218 Assistance for Lands End/South Lakeport Sewer: $19,850
* Task Order 3 - Proposition 26 User Fee Study; $21,100
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement between the County of Lake, Kelseyville County Water Works and Lake County Sanitation District, on behalf of CSA #1 Lighting Districts, CSA #2 Spring Valley, CSA #6 Finley, CSA #13 Kono Tayee, CSA #20 Soda Bay, CSA #21 North Lakeport, Kelseyville County Water Works District #3, and Lake County Sanitation District, with Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants for Rate and Fee Study Services, award the identified task orders, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.10 with the exception of item 5.6 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 Contos, Mark Lipps, April Lakerman, Olga Martin Steele, and Skiela Laiwa spoke.
6.21:00 P.M. - HEARING - Consideration of Transient Occupancy Tax Appeal - 21469 Yankee Valley Rd, Hidden Valley Lake, CA 95467 APN 144-131-040-000
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Treasurer - Tax Collector staff identified this property as short-term rental and sent a series of letters between April and August. Staff was unable to make to contact with the owner, and ultimately estimated tax, with accompanying interest and penalties, was imposed at full occupancy pursuant to State guidelines. A lien was recorded on September 9, 2025, for a total of $70,160.06
Following the recording of the lien, Joshua Skiles contacted our office and has provided all documentation previously requested by our office. The relevant materials are attached, and although they were provided after the deadline set forth in the County's ordinance, our office has calculated the taxes we would have imposed based on actual occupancy, including applicable interest and penalty. The revised tax assessment of $12,324.22 is attached as part of the agenda packet.
Due to the lapsed deadlines, it is no longer within the authority of the Treasurer - Tax Collector's office to make any adjustment, so our office advised Mr. Skiles to file this appeal.
Recommended Action
N/A
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, moved to grant the appeal in part and deny the appeal in part based on the findings that 1) The Board of Supervisors accepts and adopts the materials in the attached packet as part of the administrative record for this proceeding. 2) The Board of Supervisors accepts and adopts the revised transient occupancy tax assessment, including interest and penalties, for a total of $12,324.22. and 3) The Board of Supervisors authorizes the Treasurer – Tax Collector’s office to take any necessary actions to implement these findings, including the issuance of any potential rescission and recording or revised liens; while reserving all other rights and remedies available to the County for further enforcement. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Treasurer-Tax Collector Patrick Sullivan introduced the item to the Board. Accountant-Auditor Jesus Marquez presented the item to the Board. Appellants Josh Skiles, Laurey Skiles, 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.
6.31:15 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.
Direction was given to staff to look into options for a Programmatic EIR regarding water impacts from all conditional use cannabis projects.
Clerk’s notes: 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 Lajcik, Margaux Kambara, Charles Morris, Autumn Karcey. The following people spoke via Zoom: Skiela Laiwa, Angela Ameral, Richard Durham, Holly Harris, and James Anderson. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.41:45 P.M - Consideration of 2026 Cannabis Cultivation and Business Tax Rates
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Your Board has previously offered various reductions and adjustments to the Cannabis Cultivation and Business Taxes. Based on prior Board action, any remaining reductions would terminate effective December 31, 2025.
This item seeks direction on whether your Board intends to make any adjustments for the Cannabis Tax programs in calendar year 2026.
Recommended Action
Provide direction to staff.
There was direction to staff to return with a resolution.
Clerk’s notes: Treasurer-Tax Collector Patrick Sullivan presented the item to the Board. Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector Liz Martinez and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Kyle Bill, Rick Mayo, Charles Morris, and Autumn Karcey. The following people spoke via Zoom: Angela Ameral, Skiela Laiwa, and James Anderson. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.52:15 P.M. - a) Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing our Veterans on Veterans Day; and b) Consideration of joining Operation Green Light and Lighting the County Courthouse with Green Lights from November 4-11, 2025
Proclamation
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
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, COUNTY OF LAKE,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
PROCLAMATION
RECOGNIZING OUR VETERANS ON VETERANS DAY
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining our freedoms and way of life; and
WHEREAS, tens of millions of Americans have served in the Armed Forces of the United States during the past century; and
WHEREAS, hundreds of thousands of Americans have given their lives while serving in the Armed Forces during the past century; and
WHEREAS, our state is home to more than 1.6 million veterans, the most of any state in the nation; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is home to approximately 4,500 veterans, or approximately 7% of our county's population; and
WHEREAS, our veterans are brave and selfless individuals who, when duty called, willingly put themselves in harm's way to defend the lives and liberty of others; and
WHEREAS, their abiding patriotism and enduring devotion to the ideals on which the United States is founded will never fail to inspire us; and
WHEREAS, our veterans understand the important task before the American service men and women now keeping watch.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Board of Supervisors recognize the legacy of loyalty, service, and sacrifice of our veterans to our country, our local communities and their families. The Board of Supervisors honors the contributions of our veterans to the principles of democracy, individual freedom, and human rights.
NOW, LET IT BE PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors will join the nationwide effort Operation Green Light in showing support for veterans by lighting our Lake County Courthouse in Lakeport green from November 4-11, 2025. By shining a green light, the County of Lake and our residents will let veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of November 2025.
Recommended Action
a) Presentation Only. b) Approve joining Operation Green Light and Lighting the County Courthouse with Green Lights from November 4-11, 2025
a) This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
b) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Operation Green Light and Lighting the County Courthouse with Green Lights from November 4-11, 2025. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Rasmussen read the proclamation into the record and presented it to Lake County Veterans. Rick Mayo spoke.
Chair Crandell 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.
6.62:30 P.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Designating November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month in Lake County
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
DESIGNATING NOVEMBER 2025 AS NATIONAL NATIVE
AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Lake County has been home to people for greater than 12,000 years, and the richly diverse cultures of the seven Tribal Nations indigenous to Lake County, Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California, Koi Nation of Northern California, Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Robinson Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California and Elem Indian Colony, have informed every aspect of our community's history. Policies and practices of the United States and earlier colonial governments deprived Indigenous People in the State of California and Lake County, specifically, of landholdings, liberty, even life, itself; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have helped to make our community stronger and more prosperous. On August 3, 1990, President of the United States George H. W. Bush declared the month of November as National American Indian Heritage Month, thereafter, commonly referred to as Native American Heritage Month. The bill read in part that "the President has authorized and requested to call upon Federal, State and local Governments, groups and organizations and the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities"; and
WHEREAS, this landmark bill honoring America's tribal people represented a major step in the establishment of this celebration which began in 1976 when a Cherokee/Osage Indian named Jerry C. Elliott-High Eagle authored Native American Awareness Week legislation, the first historical week of recognition in the nation for native peoples. This led to 1986 with then President Ronald Reagan proclaiming November 23-30, 1986, as "American Indian Week." President Barack Obama made an annual Presidential Proclamation on the 31st of October stating that each respective November would be National Native American Heritage Month. We celebrate the richness of the County's unique Tribal history and traditions, and the impact Native American cultures have had on every American; and
WHEREAS, Lake County is committed to protecting the Sovereign right of Native American Tribal organizations and institutions to strengthen their own communities. In observance of Native American month, the County of Lake encourages all citizens to join in recognizing the many accomplishments and contributions Native Americans have made to our County and express deep appreciation for those who have sought to honor the important role of Tribal leadership in our County's past, present, and future.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors, do hereby designate the month of November 2025, National Native American Heritage Month in Lake County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of November 2025.
Recommended Action
Presentation Only.
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Crandell read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County Community.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Kyle Bill. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Update and Discussion on status of SNAP/CalFresh Benefit Delay
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As of the writing of this memo, the federal government continues to be shut down, day 30. One of the impacts related to this shutdown is the SNAP/CalFresh benefit delay that impacts approximately 24% of our population in Lake County, or 16,320 individuals. SNAP/CalFresh benefits are used to supplement low-income families with food. As of November 1, 2025 there will be no available funding to refill SNAP/CalFresh benefits.
Some counties have taken action, such as Napa County who has declared a local emergency in order to provide flexibility in how to use their available funds to provide grocery gift cards to low-income families. Los Angeles School Unified School District is helping to stock up pantries, and 2-1-1 is being utilized to provide information about where food can be accessed.
Finally, Governor Newsom has fast-tracked $80 million dollars in state support to food banks throughout California. He has also deployed "the California National Guard and California Volunteers on a humanitarian mission to support food banks."
Social Services Director Dillman-Parsons will provide an update and potential options on how Lake County can position themselves to mitigate the impact this may have on our most vulnerable populations.
Recommended Action
Discussion and possible direction to staff
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Social Services Director Rachael Dillman-Parsons presented the item to the Board. Paragon Representative Tom Joseph spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke via Zoom: Angela Ameral, Elizabeth Larson, and Shannon Kimbal-Auth. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of Funding Request for $50,000 Under BU 1892 Pursuant to Board Direction on September 23, 2025
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On September 23, 2025, your Board was informed of a funding request in the amount of $50,000 for One Team One Dream. Your Board then pulled this budget item for discussion regarding the County of Lake's budget for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 pending further review from staff on whether approval of this funding is a gift of public funds in violation of the California Constitution.
Cal. Const., art. XVI, � 6 states that the "Legislature shall have no power to give or to lend, or to authorize the giving or lending, of the credit of the State, or of any county, city and county, city, township or other political corporation or subdivision of the State now existing, or that may be hereafter established, in aid of or to any person, association, or corporation, whether municipal or otherwise, or to pledge the credit thereof, in any manner whatever, for the payment of the liabilities of any individual, association, municipal or other corporation whatever; nor shall it have power to make any gift or authorize the making of any gift, of any public money or thing of value to any individual, municipal or other corporation whatever."
However, expenditures or disbursements made for a "public purpose" are not considered a gift of public funds. County of Alameda v. Janssen (1940) 16 Cal 2d 276, 281; Redevelopment Agency of San Pablo v. Shepard (1977, Cal App 1st Dist) 75 Cal. App 3d 453; Schettler v. County of Santa Clara (1977, Cal App 1st Dist) 74 Cal App 3d 990. The public purpose exception is liberally construed, and a "[d]etermination of public purpose is primarily a matter for the Legislature and will not be disturbed as long as it has a reasonable basis." County of Alameda v. Janssen (1940) 16 Cal 2d 276, 281. An expenditure valid under public purpose exception even if there is an incidental private benefit Redevelopment Agency of San Pablo v. Shepard (1977, Cal App 1st Dist) 75 Cal. App 3d 453 (citing County of Alameda v. Janssen (1940) 16 Cal 2d 276)).
Examples of what constitutes as a "public purpose" include expenditures for free school text books, transportation; tuition and living expenses for education of veterans, erection of memorial hall for war veterans]; street improvements; payments for destruction of diseased cattle; flood control; relief of indigent sick and poor; slum clearance; payment of delinquent assessments on overburdened property; free treatment in county hospital only for those unable to pay]. See 9 Cal. Law Rev. 431; payments to a nonprofit county fair county fair association whose purposes are those of a county fair.
In light of the foregoing, your Board may consider approving the funding request for One Team One Dream so long as the terms of the expenditure / disbursement expressly outlines the public purpose served by the funding recipient's obligations under the memorandum of understanding, both in the recitals and said recipient's scope of duties.
Recommended Action
Direction to staff.
There was direction to staff to lower the amount to $25,000 and have staff return with a MOU.
Clerk’s notes: County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Olga Martin Steele. The following person spoke via Zoom: Kyle Bill. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of Proposed 2026 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Calendar
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Attached please find the proposed Board of Supervisors 2026 regular meeting calendar. The Annual Governance Workshop has been scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Meeting dates related to the Annual Budget are as follows:
* Mid-Year Budget - Tuesday, February 3, 2026
* Budget Hearings - Tuesday, June 16 & Wednesday, June 17, 2026
* Final Budget - Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Recommended Action
Approve the proposed 2026 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Calendar, as presented.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved Proposed 2026 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Administrative Analyst Carolyn Purdy presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.5Consideration of the following Advisory Board appointments:
East Region Town Hall (ERTH)
Spring Valley County Service Area (CSA) #2 Advisory Board
Appointment
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
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The following Advisory Boards and Commissions have vacancies and applications for consideration have been received.
East Region Town Hall (ERTH)
One (1) Vacancy: Member of CLO Business Association
* Stephen Robin
* Sterling Wellman
Spring Valley County Service Area (CSA) #2 Advisory Board
Three (3) Vacancies: General
* Scott Renkes
* Mark Sahf
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Sterling Wellman to the East Region Town Hall. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Scott Renkes and Mark Sahf to the Spring Valley CSA #2 Advisory Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chair Crandell introduced the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Betsy Cawn. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6Consideration of approval to accept $100,000 in funding from Partnership HealthPlan of California to be utilized over three years to support implementation of the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan process.
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: aye Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Health Services requests approval to accept $100,000 in funding from Partnership HealthPlan of California to be utilized over three years to support implementation of the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan Process.
This funding will enable the department to meet new California Department of Public Health regulatory changes and timeline requirements for Local Health Jurisdictions.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends your Board approve Lake County Health Services to accept $100,000 in funding from Partnership HealthPlan of California to be utilized over three years to support implementation of the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan process and authorize the Director of Health Services to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved to accept $100,000 in funding from Partnership HealthPlan of California to be utilized over three years to support implementation of the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan process and authorized the Health Services director to sign and execute all documents necessary to get the funding. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Health Services Director Anthony Arton presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.7Consideration of Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2025-119 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Unit 2301, Sheriff-Jail Facilities
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is requesting the addition of one (1) Limited Term Sergeant-Corrections. This position is necessary to ensure continuity of operations within the Custody Division. Currently, a Sergeant-Corrections is on long-term leave with no estimated date of return. Establishing this Limited Term position will provide consistent supervision and maintain effective operations within the facility. The Limited Term position will conclude upon the return or separation of the Sergeant-Corrections currently on leave. Salary savings from the existing position will be used to cover any additional costs for this position.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2025-119 Establishing Position Allocations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Unit 2301, Sheriff-Jail Facilities.
Supervisor Rasmussen offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Sheriff Lucas Bingham presented the item to the Board.
Chair Crandell asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. 10:00 A.M. - (Sitting as the Board of Equalization) Assessment Appeal Hearings
8.1Consideration of Continuation of Assessment Appeal Applications: No. 02-2024 through 09-2024, Donica LLC
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
On motion of Commissioner Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, continued the item to March 3, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Commissioners: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
Clerk’s notes: Chair Crandell introduced the item to the Board. Appellant Attorney Michael Lebaeu and County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
9. Closed Session
9.19:03 A.M. - Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Interim Chief Public Defender
Appointment of Interim Chief Public Defender
Closed Session 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
On motion of Supervisor Rasmussen, and by vote of the Board, appointed Carlos Torrez as Interim Chief Public Defender effective November 4, 2025. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Owen, Sabatier, Rasmussen, Pyska, and Crandell
9.23:00 P.M. - Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b) (1):
Interviews for Animal Care and Control Director
Appointment of Animal Care and Control Director
Closed Session Item
9.3Conference 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