Del Norte County public meetings in 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting in special session to address personnel changes and several administrative agreements. Key items include appointing an Interim County Counsel following a resignation and reviewing programs for volunteer camp hosts.

• Appointment of Jacqueline Roberts as Interim County Counsel
• Purchase of up to four fixed generators for County Service Area No. 1 lift stations not to exceed $150,000
• Approval of new Volunteer Camp Host and Volunteer Caretaker Programs
• Amendment to agreement with Pacific Affiliates for sewage design at Florence Keller Park
• Agreement for placement of juvenile court wards at Shasta County Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review text amendments to the Del Norte County Code Title 20 Zoning. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding public health, emergency services grants, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance for Text Amendments to Del Norte County Code Title 20 Zoning
• Cal OES Second-Tier Subaward Agreement with Smith River Fire Protection District
• Cal OES Second-Tier Subaward Agreement with the City of Crescent City
• Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program grant implementation
• Final report on the OES Communications Interoperability Project

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet in a special session to discuss the 2023 Groundfish Season Closure and review various administrative and personnel matters. The agenda also includes reviewing a $6,810 budget transfer for Sheriff Department vehicle replacement costs.

• Discussion on how to proceed with the 2023 Groundfish Season Closure
• $6,810.00 budget transfer within the Sheriff Department for vehicle insurance replacement
• Real property negotiation for the Hunter Creek Bridge Project
• Approval of a lease agreement with Anfield Property Group LLC
• Ordinance to amend County Code Chapter 7.65 regarding Partnership HealthPlan of California

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance to amend the County Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting also includes updates on US Hwy 199 construction and a review of the quarterly Treasurer's Report.

• Ordinance to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs
• Agreement for Klamath Beach Road improvements in Klamath, CA
• Implementation of approved annual sewer user fee increases
• Formation of an Ad Hoc working group for a Sheriff’s Office strategy
• Renewal of agreement with Cascade Emergency Medicine, Inc.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a $513,555 software agreement for the Sheriff's Office and form an ad hoc working group to develop a county strategy for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes reviews of the Grand Jury Report and various budget transfers.

• $513,555 contract with Sun Ridge Systems, Inc. for software, implementation, and support
• Formation of an Ad Hoc working group to develop a strategy for the Sheriff’s Office
• $550,000 budget transfer for COPS Grant funding to update dispatch, records, and jail systems
• $353,534 budget transfer for emergency repairs to a culvert at Washington Boulevard near Harrold Street
• Review of the 2022-2023 Final Grand Jury Report findings and recommendations

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several consent agenda items including software licenses, service agreements, and appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on emergency culvert repairs at Washington Boulevard and various letters regarding wildlife and fishery management.

• Purchase of Virsec Advanced software licenses for $9,999.99
• Procurement of Palo Alto Networks endpoint protection software for $95,423.28
• Agreement with Maverick Networks for Mitel Phone Support in the amount of $30,000
• Emergency repairs to a failed culvert at Washington Boulevard near Harrold Street
• Appointment of members to the Opioid Litigation Working Group

Board of Supervisors

The Board adopted a resolution confirming a local emergency caused by wildfires. They also approved several health and mental health service agreements and authorized emergency repairs to a culvert at Washington Boulevard. A proposal to eliminate the Juvenile Hall Division was tabled.

• Approved resolution confirming local emergency due to wildfires (5-0)
• Approved emergency repairs to culvert at Washington Boulevard near Harrold Street (5-0)
• Tabled elimination of Juvenile Hall Division and associated staff positions (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $38,710 budget transfer to purchase tax defaulted properties (5-0)
• Approved renewed medical services agreement with California Forensic Medical Group, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved appointments of Annalee Santsche and George Badasci to Klamath Fire District Board (5-0)
• Approved request for technical assistance from State Department of Water Resources for Drought Resilience Plan (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending County Code relating to the Office of the Public Defender (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a reorganization of the Probation Department to establish a Reentry Unit and update several staff classifications. The Board also authorized multiple health service agreements and a budget transfer to cover out-of-county ward housing.

• Approved Probation Department reorganization and new Reentry Officer positions (4-0)
• Approved Side Letter of Agreement with DNCEA/SEIU Local 1021 regarding Reentry Officer classification (4-0)
• Approved $81,100 budget transfer from Juvenile Hall to CYA for out-of-county housing (4-0)
• Approved emergency infrastructure repairs for culvert at Washington Boulevard near Harrold Street (4-0)
• Approved agreements with Granite Wellness Centers, Aegis Treatment Center, and CA Dept of Health Care Services (4-0)
• Approved amendment with S&B James Construction for Legacy Renovation Project phase II (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Noxious Weeds Grant Program agreement with CA Dept of Food and Agriculture (4-0)
• Approved new classification descriptions for Assistant Clerk-Recorder and HHS Deputy Director (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several health and human services agreements, authorized the purchase of a new truck, and terminated the local emergency proclamation related to the March storm event. They also approved budget transfers and personnel classification changes.

• Terminated local emergency response to March storm event (RESO#2023-035)
• Approved purchase of one 2024 Peterbilt Model 367 truck not to exceed $220,000.00
• Approved $14,000.00 budget transfer for Washington Boulevard culvert material (BT#06-11)
• Approved amendment to Agreement with Advocates For Human Potential, Inc. for Mobile Crisis Unit grant
• Approved agreement with Northridge Electric for emergency generator at K Street HHS offices
• Approved amendment to Agreement with Lenders Construction Services for The Legacy Renovation project
• Approved reclassification of Senior Certified Public Health Nurse to Director of Public Health Nursing (4-0-1)
• Tabled $10,000.00 increase to annual contribution to Del Norte Chamber of Commerce

Board of Supervisors

The County of Del Norte, the City of Crescent City, and the Harbor District each voted to continue their membership in the Tri-Agency JPA. The City and Harbor District further committed to including all Tribal partners and dedicating FY 23/24 budget funding to the agency.

• County voted to continue membership in Tri-Agency (3-2)
• City voted to continue membership in Tri-Agency, include all Tribal partners, and dedicate FY 23/24 budget funding (4-1)
• Harbor voted to continue membership in Tri-Agency, include all Tribal partners, and dedicate FY 23/24 budget funding (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors declared an emergency to repair a failed culvert at Washington Boulevard near Harrold Street. They also approved several health and human services contracts and a grant application for jail rehabilitation.

• Declared emergency for Washington Boulevard culvert repairs (5-0)
• Approved USDA grant application for Del Norte County Jail rehabilitation (5-0)
• Re-appointed Justin Riggs as Agricultural Commissioner for a four-year term (unanimous)
• Approved $19,800 budget transfer for hazardous tree removal (5-0)
• Approved agreement with S&B James Construction for Legacy Renovation Project
• Approved renewed agreement with Sutter Center for Psychiatry through June 30, 2025
• Approved salary schedule step C for new Fiscal Manager I
• Elected SRS payment for FY 2023: 85% Title I, 8% Title II, and 7% Title III (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a special session to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed sewer user fee increases. Following the hearing and a review of protest letters, the Board voted to approve and authorize the implementation of the fees outlined in the Sewer User Fee Study.

• Approved implementation of sewer user fees outlined in the Sewer User Fee Study (3-1)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a settlement for a claim involving a fallen tree on county property and authorized staff to pursue a Project Homekey grant. They also approved several service agreements, budget transfers, and staffing changes within the Department of Health and Human Services.

• Approved $77,528.31 settlement for Patricia Vaught (unanimous)
• Approved pursuit of Project Homekey grant application (3-1)
• Approved Mental Health Services Act Three-Year Plan for FY 2023-26
• Approved $78,000 budget transfer for legal settlement (BT#06-06)
• Approved four new Deputy Director positions in Health and Human Services (3-1)
• Approved reinstatement of Assistant Clerk/Recorder allocation (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Tidewater Contractors, Inc. for road materials
• Directed staff to transition Measure R Oversight Committee to an advisory committee

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved the FY 2023/24 budgets for the Border Coast Regional Airport Authority and the Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority. They also authorized several budget transfers for animal control, public health, and jail infrastructure. Additionally, the Board passed an ordinance regarding Planning Commissioner residency.

• Approved FY 2023/24 Border Coast Regional Airport Authority budget (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority budget (3-1)
• Approved Ordinance#2023-004 amending Planning Commissioner residency (4-0)
• Approved $39,628 budget transfer for County Jail water heater replacement
• Approved $88,059 budget transfer for Public Health CHVP-SGF program
• Approved $6,900 budget transfer for Jail security camera IT equipment
• Approved letters of opposition to AB 338 and SB 525 (4-0)
• Tabled resolution recognizing Judge Abby Abinanti until July 11, 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a wide range of service agreements for health and human services, including psychiatric and mental health rehabilitation. They also authorized the vacation of a segment of Westbrook Lane and updated several personnel classifications.

• Approved resolution to not list proponents and opponents of local measures on ballots (RESO#2023-024)
• Approved vacation of Westbrook Lane from Highway 101 to its northern termini (RESO#2023-025)
• Approved revised classification for Recreation Program Coordinator I/II (3-1)
• Approved continuation of local emergency for unincorporated areas due to snow accumulation
• Approved agreement with BHC Sierra Vista Hospital for Psychiatric Inpatient Hospital Services
• Approved agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health for adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Services
• Approved elimination of County Grant Writer I/II and creation of Administrative Services Coordinator I/II
• Approved agreement with USDA-APHIS Wildlife Services for wildlife damage management

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved the establishment of an Office of the County Public Defender and authorized several budget transfers. They also increased annual funding for the Del Norte Association for Cultural Awareness and modified Planning Commission residency requirements.

• Approved creation of Office of the County Public Defender (4-0-1)
• Approved increasing annual contribution to DNACA from $2,000 to $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved removing residency requirements for Planning Commission members (5-0)
• Approved $35,777.17 contribution for National Center for Public Lands Counties (4-0-1)
• Approved $17,000 from Measure R funds to replace Pyke Field nets (5-0)
• Approved letter of opposition to AB 1484 (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 budget contribution to Tri-Agency Economic Development Authority (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Psychiatric Inpatient Hospital Services agreement with BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Veterans Memorial Hall. They also authorized a telepsychiatry services agreement and a minor subdivision of timberland preserve lands. One item regarding indigent defense services was pulled, and a contribution to the National Center for Public Lands Counties was tabled.

• Approved $387,500 budget transfer (BT#04-02) for Sheriff's Office and Veterans Memorial Hall
• Approved $90,351 and $137,770 budget transfers (BT#04-05, BT#04-06) for taser/body camera equipment
• Approved agreement with Iris Telehealth Medical Group for telepsychiatry services (DNCOAGREE#2023-077)
• Approved minor subdivision of Timberland Preserve Zone lands (MS2302)
• Approved ordinance allowing transfer of Tobacco Retail Licenses to subsequent owners
• Approved staffing changes and new Classification Description for Supervising Legal Clerk in Probation
• Tabled contribution of $35,777.17 for National Center for Public Lands Counties until May 09, 2023
• Withdrew appointment of Eric Taylor to the Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget workshops for Information Technology, County Counsel, and Community Development. The body is also deciding on various budget transfers and grant applications.

• Budget transfer of $96,424.00 for the Del Norte County Recreation Gymnasium Re-Roof project
• Grant application for $40,000.00 to the California Energy Commission for the CalAPP Program
• Budget transfer of $36,000.00 for two portable electronic signs and two mobile incident command centers
• Budget transfer of $2,200.00 within the Agriculture Budget Unit for device administrative fees
• Appointment of Ramsey Williamson as County Veterans Service Officer

The Board of Supervisors approved several budget transfers for gym roofing, agriculture fees, and emergency equipment. Other actions included approving a vehicle lease for Health and Human Services and authorizing a grant application for permit processing.

• Approved budget transfer of $96,424 for Recreation Gymnasium Re-Roof project (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer of $36,000 for portable electronic signs and mobile incident command centers (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer of $2,200 for Agriculture Budget Unit administrative fees (5-0)
• Approved vehicle lease through Enterprise Fleet Management for DHHS (4-1)
• Approved $40,000 grant application to California Energy Commission for CalAPP Program (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Ramsey Williamson as County Veterans Service Officer (5-0)
• Approved fee waiver for Forest Moon Festival at Florence Keller Park (5-0)
• Approved direction to clear vegetation adjacent to Wal-Mart parcel (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a 2.5% wage increase for all County salary schedules effective March 31, 2023. Other key actions included terminating a local emergency from January storm events and approving several health and infrastructure service agreements.

• Approved 2.5% wage adjustment for all County salary schedules (5-0)
• Approved termination of local emergency from January 2023 storm event (5-0)
• Approved $289,734 budget transfer for Health and Human Services (5-0)
• Approved use of Measure R Funds for Sheriff's Office and Veterans Memorial Hall parking lot rehab (5-0)
• Approved defense of lawsuit Jennifer Perry v. County of Del Norte (5-0)
• Approved letter of opposition to AB 742 regarding police canines (5-0)
• Approved support for PacificCorp's PEER project grant application (5-0)
• Approved rental agreement with Del Norte Little League for Pyke Field (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors voted to begin the process of closing the Juvenile Hall as a custodial institution. Other actions included approving various professional service contracts, budget transfers, and emergency declarations. The Board also voted to join a national opioid litigation settlement.

• Approved process to close Juvenile Hall (3-2)
• Voted unanimously to join National Opioid Litigation settlement
• Voted unanimously to engage Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP for case CV 22-01700
• Appointed Eric Taylor to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget transfer for Sheriff's vehicle maintenance
• Approved $75,000 budget transfer for WIC-BFPC Program State Aid
• Confirmed local emergency for March 2023 winter storm conditions
• Approved continuing local emergency from January 2023 storms

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors voted to end the local emergency and health emergency declarations related to the COVID-19 pandemic. They also approved several non-profit grants and established smoke-free regulations for multiunit housing.

• Terminated COVID-19 local emergency and health emergency (5-0)
• Approved smoke-free multiunit housing regulations (5-0)
• Approved 12 grant applications for Community Non-Profit Pilot Program (5-0)
• Approved 5% local match for Border Coast Regional Airport Authority runway project (4-1)
• Approved $96,424 contract with Red Sky Roofing, Inc. for Recreation Gym roof
• Approved budget transfers of $16,100 and $25,000 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Del Norte County Legislative Platform (5-0)
• Continued local emergency for January 2023 storms

Board of Supervisors

The Board adopted a resolution declaring a shelter crisis and approved the 2022-2030 Housing Element. Other actions included approving several budget transfers for vehicles and infrastructure, and directing staff to oppose the listing of California/Oregon Chinook Salmon as threatened.

• Adopted Resolution #2023-007 declaring a shelter crisis (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-008 for the 2022-2030 Housing Element (5-0)
• Approved opposition letter regarding California/Oregon Chinook Salmon status (5-0)
• Approved Encampment Resolution Funding Program application (4-1)
• Approved $24,000 budget transfer for emergency culvert lining (5-0)
• Approved $51,000 budget transfer for Weights & Measures vehicle (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 budget transfers for Treasurer and Assessor vehicles (5-0)
• Approved streetlight installation agreements up to $3,566 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance establishing regulations for smoke-free multiunit housing and confirmed a local emergency due to January winter storms. They also approved several health and mental health service agreements and updated the 2023 committee appointment list.

• Approved ordinance establishing regulations for smoke-free multiunit housing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming local emergency for Jan 5, 2023 winter storms (RESO#2023-003)
• Approved 2023 Board of Supervisors Committee Appointment List (5-0)
• Approved five agreements with Enterprise Fleet Management for county vehicles (4-1)
• Appointed Gerald Cochran as County Veterans Service Officer (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget transfer for IT document digitization (BT#01-01)
• Approved $6,600 budget transfer for jail fire alarm repairs (BT#01-03)
• Approved $10,000 budget transfer for Public Nuisance professional services (BT#01-05)

Board of Supervisors

The Board elected Supervisor Darrin Short as Chair and Supervisor Valerie Starkey as Vice-Chair. The Board also voted to recommend that Northcoast EMS pursue an Exclusive Operative Area through a competitive bidding process. Various health service agreements and budget transfers were approved.

• Elected Supervisor Darrin Short as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Supervisor Valerie Starkey as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Recommended Northcoast EMS pursue Exclusive Operative Area via competitive bidding (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #2023-001 establishing Chief Probation Officer as a Board-appointed position (5-0)
• Approved agreement for placement of Juvenile Court Wards at Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (5-0)
• Approved $22,000 budget transfer for a backup generator for Redwood Coast Transit Authority (5-0)
• Approved $20,500 budget transfer for a replacement water heater in the County Jail (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-001 granting investment authority to the County Treasurer (5-0)