Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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1. Call to Order
2. Moment of Silence
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Consideration of Extra Items Not Appearing on the Posted Agenda
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Adopt a Proclamation Recognizing the Week of February 21-28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week
Proclamation
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 21 - 28, 2026
AS NATIONAL FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA WEEK
WHEREAS, Future Farmers of America (FFA) is a dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares members for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education; and
WHEREAS, FFA develops members' potential and helps them discover their talent through hands-on experiences, which give members the tools to achieve real-world success; and
WHEREAS, members are future farmers, chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, bankers, international business leaders, and teachers, among many other fields; and
WHEREAS, the FFA has 1,042,245 student members in 9,407 chapters in all 50 States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands; and
WHEREAS, more than 13,000 FFA advisors and agricultural education teachers deliver an integrated model of agricultural education, providing students with an innovative and cutting-edge education; and
WHEREAS, FFA members develop the necessary career-readiness skills to continue their education in college or to enter the workforce immediately; and
WHEREAS, Lake County's FFA chapters, Upper Lake FFA, Kelseyville FFA, Lower Lake FFA, and Middletown FFA play a vital role in connecting agricultural education to the local community by fostering partnerships with local producers, participating in civic and service activities, and strengthening the future of Lake County's agricultural economy; and
WHEREAS, FFA members exemplify the motto "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve" by embracing challenges and working toward meaningful conservation and educational efforts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world and recognizes the week of February 21 - 28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of February 2026.
Recommended Action
Adopt a Proclamation Recognizing the Week of February 21-28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week
5.2Adopt resolution approving the amended Agreement No. 25-0400-000-SG with California Department of Food and Agriculture for compliance with the High Risk Pest Exclusion Program for the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, for $12,559.94
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I would like to ask the Board to adopt the attached Resolution approving the amended agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for High Risk Pest Exclusion in Lake County from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The new agreement amount is $12,599.94. This is an increase of $7,483.19 to the original agreement approved by your Board on September 9, 2025.
This state program reimburses the Agricultural Commissioner's office for agricultural inspections at the UPS distribution center and other shipments received by local stores. This program is critical to Lake County agriculture to prevent invasive pests and diseases from becoming established in the county.
Should the Board adopt this Resolution, please have the chair sign and return one (1) copy of the Agreement, and one (1) copy of the Board Resolution and return them to the Department of Agriculture for processing. A signed completed copy will be returned for your records.
Recommended Action
Adopt resolution approving the amended Agreement No. 25-0400-000-SG with the California Department of Food and Agriculture for compliance with the High Risk Pest Exclusion Program for the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in the Amount of $12,559.94.
5.3Approve the Agreement Between the County of Lake and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services in the Amount of $750,000 for Fiscal Year 2025–26 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Behavioral Health Services Department (LCBHS) is seeking approval for an agreement with Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital to provide acute inpatient psychiatric hospital services and professional services. This agreement ensures that Lake County residents have access to 24/7 staffing and legally required care for stabilization and intensive psychiatric treatment in a licensed facility.
Rationale for Exemption from Competitive Bidding: Pursuant to the County's Consultant Selection Policy (Chapter 4), this agreement is recommended for an exemption from competitive bidding based on the following:
* Statutory Obligation & Public Health (Policy 4.1.3.1): The County has a statutory mandate under the California Mental Health Plan (MHP) to provide or pay for specialty mental health services for its beneficiaries. Because hospitalizations often occur in emergency situations before LCBHS is notified, the County must have established agreements to facilitate the Concurrent Review and authorization process. A delay caused by a standard RFP process for these essential emergency services would threaten public health and safety.
* Prevention of Service Interruption (Policy 4.1.3.2): Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is a critical regional provider. Adhering to the standard competitive selection process would cause an interruption of essential public services for Lake County residents requiring stabilization beyond local capacity.
* Specialized Nature of Services (Policy 4.1.1.B.1): These are "special services" governed by complex federal and state laws, including Medi-Cal Title 9 and Title 22 regulations. Due to the specialized clinical licensure required and the high level of regulation, it is in the County's best interest to maintain this partnership.
Fiscal Impact
The agreement is effective from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with a total compensation limit of $750,000. Payment is based on actual services rendered and is contingent upon available federal, state, and county funds.
Rate Highlights (Medi-Cal Beneficiaries):
* Ages 0-21: $1,740 / Day
* Ages 22-64: $1,565 / Day
* Ages Over 64: $1,600 / Day
* Administrative Day Services: $950 / Day
* 1:1 Staffing (Patient Specific): $30 / Hour
Additionally, this agreement includes a SmartCare Access Provision, where the County provides the contractor with up to three user licenses for the Electronic Health Record system at no cost to facilitate administrative efficiency and care coordination.
Recommended Action
Approve the Agreement Between the County of Lake and Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services in the Amount of $750,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Authorize the Board Chair to Sign.
5.4Approve Update to the Bylaws of the Lake County Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Advisory Board
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
I am requesting your Board consider and approve an update to the Bylaws of the Lake County Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Advisory Board. The Bylaws were adopted by MCAH in February 2026.
Recommended Action
Approve Update to the Bylaws of the Lake County Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Advisory Board
5.5Approve the Qualified List from the Request for Qualifications for On-Call Construction Management Services, and Approve the General Services Agreements with GHD, MGE Engineering, Inc., and Ghirardelli Associates, Inc
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In November of 2025 the Public Works Department solicited a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional construction management services. The general scope of work requested was for services in support of construction management of County Department of Public Works Projects. Examples of services include full range of construction project management, construction oversight, inspection, project close out services, and other related tasks. There were no specific projects intended for the solicitation; rather, the objective was to establish a list of firms most qualified to complete the type of services requested, with the intent of entering into a general services agreement with each firm that defines the general terms and conditions, and future supplemental service agreements to be executed as County needs arise.
Public Works received eight responses to the RFQ. A selection committee reviewed the responses in accordance with the County's policy for review and selection of professional consultants, as well as the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual, and ranked GHD, MGE Engineering, Inc., and Ghirardelli Associates, Inc. as the top three most-qualified firms. The qualified list is based strictly on the requirements and criteria of the County's RFQ and does not in any way reflect judgement of any responding firms' capabilities to perform work outside of this specific solicitation. The County may use the resulting list for contracts, depending on project priorities and available funding. The general services agreements with each firm are set for a term not to exceed five (5) years.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends Board's approval of the "Qualified List - Construction Management Services" and the General Services Agreements for On-Call Construction Management Services with GHD, MGE Engineering, Inc., and Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., and authorize the Chair to sign the agreements.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
5.6Approve the Qualified List from the Request for Qualifications for On-Call Civil Engineering Services, and Approve the General Services Agreements with DCCM Infrastructure, NCE, and GHD
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In November of 2025 the Public Works Department solicited a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional civil engineering services. The general scope of work requested was for services in support of the planning and design of County Department of Public Works Projects. Examples of services include analysis, technical studies, design, review, and construction support, and other related tasks. There were no specific projects intended for the solicitation; rather, the objective was to establish a list of firms most qualified to complete the type of services requested, with the intent of entering into a general services agreement with each firm that defines the general terms and conditions, and future supplemental service agreements to be executed as County needs arise.
Public Works received five responses to the RFQ. A selection committee reviewed the responses in accordance with the County's policy for review and selection of professional consultants, as well as the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual, and ranked DCCM Infrastructure, Inc., NCE, and GHD as the top three most-qualified firms. The qualified list is based strictly on the requirements and criteria of the County's RFQ and does not in any way reflect judgement of any responding firms' capabilities to perform work outside of this specific solicitation. The County may use the resulting list for contracts, depending on project priorities and available funding. The general services agreements with each firm are set for a term not to exceed five (5) years.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends Board's approval of the "Qualified List - Civil Engineering Service Providers" and the General Services Agreements for On-Call Civil Engineering Services with DCCM Infrastructure, Inc., NCE, and GHD, and authorize the Chair to sign the agreements.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
5.7Approve Travel Exceeding 1,500 Miles to send Sgt. Dennis Keithly, Detective Michael Nakahara, and Sheriff Luke Bingham to attend the Northern California Coalition to Safeguard Communities (NCCSC) Human Trafficking Training in Decatur, Illinois
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Sheriff's Office respectfully requests approval to send Sgt. Dennis Keithly, Detective Michael Nakahara, and Sheriff Luke Bingham to attend the Northern California Coalition to Safeguard Communities (NCCSC) Human Trafficking Training in Decatur, Illinois.
This training focuses on the identification, investigation, and enforcement of human trafficking crimes in Lake County. It also emphasizes victim identification, intervention, and support services.
The Northern California Coalition to Safeguard Communities is comprised of six Northern California Sheriff's Offices, District Attorney's Offices, and Victim Advocates, working in partnership with Non-Governmental Organizations. The coalition is dedicated to collaboration aimed at preventing and deterring human trafficking within our communities. The NCCSC Board is composed of the Sheriff from each participating agency.
All costs associated with training, travel, lodging, and per diem will be coordinated and/or reimbursed by the NCCSC.
This training directly relates to the duties and responsibilities of Sgt. Keithly and Detective Nakahara. It is also directly related to Sheriff Bingham's role as a member of the NCCSC Board of Directors.
Therefore, pursuant to Section 1.6 E of the County of Lake Travel Policy, I respectfully request the Board's approval for travel exceeding 1,500 miles to support Sgt. Keithly's, Det. Nakahara's, and Sheriff Bingham's participation in this training and to further the continued success of the Northern California Coalition to Safeguard Communities.
Recommended Action
Approve Travel Exceeding 1,500 Miles to send Sgt. Dennis Keithly, Detective Michael Nakahara, and Sheriff Luke Bingham to attend the Northern California Coalition to Safeguard Communities (NCCSC) Human Trafficking Training in Decatur, Illinois.
5.8(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District Board of Directors) Authorize Special Districts Administrator/Assistant Purchasing Agent to issue a purchase order not to exceed $220,000 to JWC Environmental for the purchase of Septic Hauling Receiving Station
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The FY 25/26 LACOSAN-NW Capital Asset Budget includes an appropriation of $380,826 for the Septic Hauler Dump Station. The project is funded through the County's ARPA Spending Priorities. The total funding awarded for this project was $400,000.
The Septic Hauler Dump Station will enable better monitoring of septic haulers and the waste they bring to the Northwest Treatment Plant, allowing for more accurate tracking of waste volume and revenue generated. Currently, Septic Haulers leave handwritten slips after dumping into our station. The new receiving station will accurately measure the volume that enters our treatment plant. The new system will also allow seven days a week access through keycards. Septic haulers currently can only dump during normal business hours Monday through Friday.
The purchase follows the County's purchasing policy for Public Projects, which allows the Special Districts Administrator to use informal bidding procedures. Staff reached out to three vendors requesting quotes for a Septic Receiving System, and JWC Environmental was selected as the vendor with the lowest quote received.
Staff respectfully request that your Board approve the purchase of a Septic Hauling Receiving Station.
Installation of the equipment will be done under separate contract. This purchase to buy the equipment. The station civil designs are near complete for the final installation.
The purchase of equipment does not require environmental review. Environmental considerations will be made during the installation of the equipment and integration into the wastewater plant.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Recommended Action
(Sitting as the Lake County Sanitation District Board of Directors) Authorize Special Districts Administrator/Assistant Purchasing Agent to issue a purchase order not to exceed $220,000 to JWC Environmental for the purchase of Septic Hauling Receiving Station.
| Estimated Cost | $211,977 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $400,000 |
| Additional Requested | 0 |
| Future Annual Cost | 0 |
5.9(Sitting as the Board of Directors Lake County Watershed Protection District) a) Approve the Agreement for Caretaker Services at the Highland Springs Recreation Area Park in Lake County, California; and b) Approve the Lease Agreement at 3600 E. Highland Spring Rd., Lakeport, CA 95453, and authorize the Water Resources Director to Sign the Agreements
Agreement
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Highland Springs Recreation Area provides a wide variety of recreational use from water activities to hunting activities, including swimming, hiking, horseback riding, and disc golf. The park has roughly 3,000 acres of open space with trails, and about 30 acres of regularly used park space with bathrooms and barbeque grills. Within the Recreation Area there are two dams, Adobe Reservoir and Highland Reservoir. The park and the two reservoirs are maintained by the Lake County Watershed Protection District (District). Given the importance of Highland Springs Recreation Area to the community, it is essential to have a Caretaker to maintain the park as well as monitor and assist with the multi-use of the park.
Attached for your review is the Agreement for Caretaker Services at the Highland Springs Recreation area as well as the Lease Agreement for the Caretaker House. By approving these two items, the District will be able to fill the Caretaker position.
Recommended Action
(Sitting as the Board of Directors Lake County Watershed Protection District) a) Approve the Agreement for Caretaker Services at the Highland Springs Recreation Area Park in Lake County, California; and b) Approve the Lease Agreement at 3600 E. Highland Spring Rd., Lakeport, CA 95453, and authorize the Water Resources Director to Sign the Agreements.
| Amount Budgeted | $14,000 |
|---|
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.1 through 5.9 with the exception of items 5.5 and 5.6 which were pulled and continued to a future date. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
6. Timed Items
6.19:02 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Skiela Laiwa, Maya Lyn, Roseanne Domingo, Vicki Osborne, Hilary Mosure, Social Services Director Rachael Dillman Parsons, Barbara Armarino, Tom Lajcik, Stephen Zurker, Melody Zurker, Ted Macklay, Jill Combs, John Martin, and Richard Schmidt spoke.
6.29:03 A.M. - Pet of the Week
Presentation
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Animal Care and Control Officer Francisco Pelayo presented the pet of the week 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.
6.39:05 A.M. - Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing the Week of February 21-28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week
Proclamation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 21 - 28, 2026
AS NATIONAL FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA WEEK
WHEREAS, Future Farmers of America (FFA) is a dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares members for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education; and
WHEREAS, FFA develops members' potential and helps them discover their talent through hands-on experiences, which give members the tools to achieve real-world success; and
WHEREAS, members are future farmers, chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, bankers, international business leaders, and teachers, among many other fields; and
WHEREAS, the FFA has 1,042,245 student members in 9,407 chapters in all 50 States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands; and
WHEREAS, more than 13,000 FFA advisors and agricultural education teachers deliver an integrated model of agricultural education, providing students with an innovative and cutting-edge education; and
WHEREAS, FFA members develop the necessary career-readiness skills to continue their education in college or to enter the workforce immediately; and
WHEREAS, Lake County's FFA chapters, Upper Lake FFA, Kelseyville FFA, Lower Lake FFA, and Middletown FFA play a vital role in connecting agricultural education to the local community by fostering partnerships with local producers, participating in civic and service activities, and strengthening the future of Lake County's agricultural economy; and
WHEREAS, FFA members exemplify the motto "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve" by embracing challenges and working toward meaningful conservation and educational efforts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Lake County Board of Supervisors recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world and recognizes the week of February 21 - 28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of February 2026.
Recommended Action
Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing the Week of February 21-28, 2026 as National Future Farmers of America Week
This Ceremonial Item was read into the record and presented.
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Owen read the proclamation into the record and presented it to the Lake County FFA Chapters. Lake County Farm Bureau Director Rebecca Harper and members of the Lake County FFA Chapters 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.
6.49:15 A.M. - Consideration of Request to Close Health Services Offices all day on April 9, 2026, August 13, 2026, and October 15, 2026, for Essential All-Staff Training
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Owen
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
We respectfully request the Board's approval to close all Health Services offices to the public on April 9, 2026, August 13, 2026, and October 15, 2026, for essential All-Staff Training listed below:
* Regulatory Compliance Day - April 9, 2026: On this day, we will ensure our team is fully up to date on local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal compliance requirements, to guarantee our services remain legally compliant and aligned with best practices.
* Health Equity Day - August 13, 2026: This training will focus on advancing our understanding of health disparities and promoting inclusive practices to ensure equitable care for all members of our community.
* Safety and Emergency Preparedness Day - October 15, 2026: This session will provide staff with critical training on safety protocols, emergency response procedures, and disaster preparedness, enabling us to maintain a safe environment for both staff and the community.
These closures are essential for strengthening our team's capacity to provide high-quality, safe, and compliant services. I request your approval to proceed with these closures to prioritize staff development and improve the services we offer to the public.
The Public Health Officer and management staff remain on call during this time to respond as needed to emergent situations.
Your approval of this request will enhance Department morale, as well as information sharing and timely training.
Recommended Action
Approve Request to Close Health Services Offices all day on April 9, 2026, August 13, 2026, and October 15, 2026, for Essential All-Staff Training.
On motion of Supervisor Owen, and by vote of the Board, approved Health Services Offices all day on April 9, 2026, August 13, 2026, and October 15, 2026, for Essential All-Staff Training. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Health Services Deputy Director Lisa Faraco 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.
6.59:30 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation Giving an Update on the Lake County Resilience Hub Work Group of the American Red Cross Community Adaptation Program
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Community Adaptation Program of the American Red Cross has created a growing network of community-based Resilience Centers through the Lake County Resilience Hub Work Group. The Red Cross has partnered with the Lake County Community Organizations Active in Disasters (COAD) and Lake County Community Health Adaptation and Resilience Mobilization (CHARM) teams for this work.
We are here to inform your Board and offer a high-level overview of current progress, including a map of participating sites, an update on resilient power capacity (generators, batteries, and solar), and key readiness milestones.
As part of this work, CHARM is partnering with the Resilience Hub network to support site-based workshops and community engagement events at each of Lake County's newer Resilience Centers, strengthening local readiness for extreme heat and other climate-related disruptions. We will also highlight training outcomes to date, including CPR/First Aid participation and instructor development, FEMA, and other preparedness courses completed, and ongoing efforts to strengthen consistent activation criteria, communications readiness, and coordinated service delivery during disruptions such as extreme heat and Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events.
Recommended Action
Information presentation. Consider Direction to Staff, as appropriate.
Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: Chief Climate Resiliency Officer Terre Logsdon introduced the item to the Board. Shannon Kimball-Auth presented the item to the Board. Susan Paulukonis 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.
6.610:00 A.M. - Public Hearing Regarding Community Development Block Grant Funding For the Business Assistance Loan Program and Sewer Line Testing of the Southeast Regional Wastewater System.
Public Hearing
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Community Development and Economic Development Allocations of the CDBG program publish a combined Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) each program year. Eligible Cities and Counties may submit up to three sub applications not to exceed $3,600,000.
At the January 13, 2026, Board of Supervisors meeting staff recommended returning to the Board of Supervisors at a later date with a revised CDBG application to include funding for the assessment, cleaning and CCTV (videoing) the Southeast Wastewater collection system (SE). The SE is part of the Lake County Sanitation District (LACOSAN) which serves the City of Clearlake, the community of Lower Lake and the surrounding unincorporated area. On January 11, 2026, a force main sewer line broke on the northern section of Robin Lane. The resulting sanitary sewer spill discharged 1.3 million gallons of raw sewage and 3,900 gallons migrated into Burns Valley Creek which flows into Clear Lake. The SRWS contains approximately 5,600 connections primarily consisting of single-family dwelling units. Approximately 85% of these connections flow through the collection system to Pump Station #1 and onto the treatment plant.
To improve the reliability of the collection system, funds are needed to test all gravity sewer lines. This will identify sections of pipes in need of repair to reduce infiltration/inflow into the system and identify needed system improvements. This CDBG application requests $2,100,000 for the gravity sewer lines cleaning and CCTV of the entire 90 miles gravity system and portions of the 10-mile force main system, collectively called the collection system.
Alongside the SE gravity line project is the $1,500,000 Economic Development program funding request for a small business assistance loan program and a fa�ade improvement program as an activity within the small business assistance loan program.
Recommended Action
Offer the resolution.
Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Deputy County Administrative Officer Ben Rickleman presented the item to the Board. Special Districts Administrator Robin Borre and Community Development Services Representative Jeff Lucas spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Alan Flora. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.710:30 A.M. - a) Consideration of 2026 Governance Workshop Presentation for University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE); and b) Consideration of Presentation on the University of California Livestock and Natural Resources Program
Report
Staff memo
Executive Summary
a) I was unavailable to present at this year's Board of Supervisors Governance Workshop Special Meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. I will introduce the presentation for UCCE at today's meeting.
b) Your Board will be introduced to Dr. Jennie Lane, DVM, MPH, the newly appointed Livestock and Natural Resources Academic Advisor serving Lake and Mendocino Counties with the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE). Dr. Lane brings experience in livestock health, rangeland management, food systems, and watershed restoration, most recently with the One Health Institute at UC Davis, where she supported research and training efforts linking animal health, public health, and ecosystem stewardship. In her role with UCCE, she will work collaboratively with livestock producers, land managers, and Tribal and community partners to assess local needs, strengthen the economic viability of ranching operations, improve rangeland health, and leverage livestock management as a tool for wildfire resilience and long-term landscape sustainability.
Recommended Action
Presentations only.
a) Presentation Only.
b) Presentation Only.
Clerk’s notes: a) UC Cooperative Extension Director Matthew Barnes presented a PowerPoint Presentation 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.
b) UC Cooperative Extension Advisor Jennie Lane 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: Margaux Kambara. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.810:45 A.M. - Consideration of Enterprise Resource Planning Project
Action Item
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Per the Boards request in item 7.4 at the 11/18/2025 board meeting, I am bringing forth a project update regarding the Enterprise Resource Planning software implementation, which includes Finance and HCM.
Recommended Action
No action, presentation only.
This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Rasmussen 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.
6.911:00 A.M. - Consideration of Amendment 2 between the County of Lake and Avero Advisors for Enterprise Resource Planning Implementation Services.
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
In March of 2024, the Board approved an agreement between the Auditor-Controller Office and Avero Advisors. As the Board is aware, my office is heading the Countywide Enterprise Resource Planning/Human Capital Management replacement. The county's current software has not been replaced in over 20 years.
We contracted with Avero Advisors so that Avero would provide needs assessment, request for proposal, and implementation support. The original contract delineates these tasks in three phases. We have completed Phase 1: ERP Needs Assessment of the County and Phase 2: Request for Proposal Development Assistance and Selection Assistance. We are now in the midst of Phase 3: Implementation Project Management Services.
For your consideration is amendment 2 which should support our county through the end of this system implementation.
Recommended Action
Approval of Amendment 2 between the County of Lake and Avero Advisors for Enterprise Resource Planning Implementation Services.
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved Amendment 2 between the County of Lake and Avero Advisors for Enterprise Resource Planning Implementation Services and authorized the chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Auditor Controller Jenavive Herrington introduced 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.
6.1011:10 A.M. - Consideration of Presentation of Deficit Tax Default Land Sale Letter and Memo
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
At the 12/9/2025 meeting when discussing Item 7.2, the Board requested I bring forth my planned communication (letter and memo) with agencies regarding any repayment due to deficit tax defaulted land sales.
The attached memo provides background regarding the Teeter program in Lake County, as well as other events that affected tax sales - including deficits. This was in an effort to explain how the erroneous overdistribution of property tax revenue occurred.
Software system limitations allowed for erroneous distribution of funds that had not been collected.
For cash flow purposes, I suggest aligning repayment with Teeter distributions, although the actual recovery will come from the revenue account respective to the direct charge overpayment.
Revenue and Taxation codes related to the Teeter program do not apply to the negative apportionment that must occur to recover the overdistribution, as the direct charges in question are not covered under the Teeter program.
Recommended Action
No action. Presentation only.
This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Rasmussen introduced the item to the Board. County Counsel Lloyd Guintivano spoke.
Chair Rasmussen asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Alan Flora. The following person spoke via zoom: Betsy Cawn. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.1111:30 A.M. - Consideration of Approval of a Transitional Rent Provider Agreement Between Lake County Behavioral Health Services and Partnership HealthPlan of California, Effective January 1, 2026, to Allow the County to Provide Transitional Rent Services Under the Medi-Cal Community Supports Benefit, With no Impact to the County General Fund.
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) requests Board of Supervisors approval of a Transitional Rent Provider Agreement with Partnership HealthPlan of California (Partnership), effective January 1, 2026. This agreement authorizes LCBHS to serve as a Transitional Rent Provider under the Medi-Cal Community Supports benefit, providing up to six months of rental assistance for eligible Medi-Cal members who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and have specific behavioral health needs. Managed Care Plans must contract with County Behavioral Health agencies (or their designees) as providers to ensure a bridge to longer-term subsidies like those provided under the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA).
Under this agreement, LCBHS will coordinate and administer transitional rent payments for interim and permanent housing placements, ensuring units meet habitability standards, leases are compliant, and payments are issued timely to landlords or housing providers. Services may be delivered in coordination with Enhanced Care Management (ECM) providers and other housing support services to promote housing stability and continuity of care.
The agreement establishes reimbursement rates consistent with Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) guidance and Small Area Fair Market Rents standards, which vary by zip code and unit size to reflect local market costs, with no impact to County General Fund, as all costs are reimbursed through Partnership HealthPlan. Approval of this agreement allows Lake County to expand housing stabilization services for high-risk Medi-Cal members while aligning local behavioral health and housing interventions with statewide CalAIM objectives, reducing homelessness, improving health outcomes, and strengthening the County's continuum of care without additional local fiscal impact.
Recommended Action
Approve the Transitional Rent Provider Agreement between Lake
County Behavioral Health Services and Partnership Healthplan of California, effective
January 1, 2026, and authorize the Behavioral Health Director to sign the agreement and
any future non-substantive amendments necessary to implement the program.
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, Approved the Transitional Rent Provider Agreement Between Lake County Behavioral Health Services and Partnership HealthPlan of California, Effective January 1, 2026 and authorized the Behavioral Health Director to sign the agreement and future non-substantive amendments necessary to implement the program. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, directed staff to consult with the tribes as it relates to the agreement to meet and confer to pursue any agreed upon amendments with both Partnership HealthPlan and the tribes consistent with what the Board has raised as concerns for tribal involvement as it relates to the agreement to be presented to the Board as a proposed amendment with a 30 day deadline for consultation and a 90 day deadline for amendment. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones presented the item 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: Kyle Bill, Ernesto Padilla, Kati Ray, and Flamen McCloud. 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 Lake County/City Area Planning Council Membership to Remove and Appoint a Member-At-Large
Appointment
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The Lake County/City Area Planning Council recommends the Lake County Board of Supervisors remove a Member-At-Large and appoint a qualified replacement. This recommendation was approved by the Executive Committee and is reflected in the draft February 4, 2026 Lake County/City Area Planning Council Minutes, Item 6.
Recommended Action
Remove a Member-At-Large and appoint a qualified applicant to the Lake County/City Area Planning Council.
This item was pulled and continued to a future date.
Clerk’s notes: Chair Rasmussen 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.
7.3Consideration of the following Advisory Board appointments:
Central Region Town Hall (CeRTH)
Child Care Planning Council
Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Committee
Appointment
Motion carried · 3 motions
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Carried 3-0 — moved by Crandell
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Crandell: aye Owen: aye Pyska: absent Rasmussen: aye Sabatier: absent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The following Advisory Board and Commission has vacancies and application(s) for consideration have been received.
Central Region Town Hall (CeRTH)
One (1) Vacancy: General
* Leah Robbins
Child Care Planning Council
Five (5) Vacancies: Public Agency (2); Community Representative (1); Child Care Provider (2)
Note: all are reappointment requests
* Soledad Aguayo
* Samantha Bond
* Kimberly Gentle
* Miriam McNamara
Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Board
Four (4) Vacancies: General
* Sabrina Andrus
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, appointed Leah Robbins to the Child Care Planning Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, appointed Soledad Aguayo, Samantha Bond, Kimberly Gentle, and Miriam McNamara to the Child Care Planning Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, appointed Sabrina Andrus to the Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 3 - Owen, Crandell, and Rasmussen
Absent- Supervisors: 2 - Sabatier and Pyska
Clerk’s notes: Chair Rasmussen 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.
8. Closed Session
8.1Conference with Labor Negotiator: Conference with Labor Negotiator: (a) Chief Negotiator: S. Parker; County Negotiators: J. Sloan, S. Carter, C. Moreno, P. Samac and D. Rico; and (b) Employee Organization: Deputy County Counsel Association
Closed Session Item
8.2Conference with Legal Counsel: Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code section 54956.9(d)(2), (e)(1) – Three potential cases
Closed Session Item
8.3Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9 (d)(1) – Lajcik, et. al. v. County of Lake, et .al.
Closed Session Item