El Dorado County public meetings in 2022
182 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for December 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2023.
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider a request to divide a 2.86-acre property on the west side of El Dorado Hills Boulevard into four separate parcels. Staff recommends approving the tentative parcel map and adopting environmental mitigation measures.
- Tentative Parcel Map P21-0010: subdivision of 2.86 acres into four parcels
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration
- Adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring Program
Zoning Administrator Bret Sampson approved a request to divide a 2.86-acre parcel into four smaller parcels in the El Dorado Hills area. The approval included the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring Program.
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map P21-0010 to divide 2.86-acre parcel (APN 120-150-002) into four parcels
- Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for project 22-2014
- Adopted Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance with CEQA Guidelines 15074(d)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold closed sessions regarding the Chief Administrative Officer position and labor negotiations. The Sheriff’s Office is also recommending an increase in the cost of a helicopter purchase due to taxes.
- Increase helicopter cost on Fixed Asset List from $3,100,000 to $3,325,000
- Purchase of AS350B3 from Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
- Authorization of a $150,000 deposit due by December 31, 2022
- Authorization of an $850,000 pre-payment for a new engine
The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of an AS350B3 helicopter from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. The action included increasing the asset cost to $3.325 million and authorizing specific deposits to secure a new engine.
- Approved increasing helicopter cost on FY 2022-23 Fixed Asset List from $3,100,000 to $3,325,000 (5-0)
- Approved exemption from competitive bidding for Airbus Helicopters, Inc. purchase (5-0)
- Authorized Undersheriff to sign Used Purchase Agreement and Florida tax affidavit (5-0)
- Authorized Purchasing Agent to process Purchase Order of approximately $3,325,000 (5-0)
- Authorized Auditor to provide $150,000 deposit by Dec 31, 2022, and $850,000 pre-payment by May 31, 2023 (5-0)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Committee will review the County's proposed sign standards for Cameron Park to finalize feedback. Members will also review applications for a vacant Business/Resident position.
- Review of proposed Cameron Park sign standards
- Review of applications for a vacant Business/Resident position
- Approval of October 24, 2022 meeting minutes
- Authorization for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
The Committee approved consultant recommendations for Cameron Park sign standards with eight specific modifications regarding colors, height, and materials. The body also approved the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings and scheduled interviews for a vacant committee position.
- Approved consultant recommendations for Cameron Park sign standards with eight specific modifications (4-0)
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361 (3-0)
- Approved minutes from the October 24, 2022 meeting (3-0)
- Tabled review of vacant Business/Resident position applications to January 23, 2023 (4-0)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The commission will consider the Capital Improvement Program Budget for fiscal year 23/24 and the Table of Contents for the Parks Master Plan. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and authorizing continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations.
- Capital Improvement Program Budget for fiscal year 23/24
- Table of Contents for the Parks Master Plan
- Authorization for continued virtual or hybrid commission meetings
- Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the Capital Improvement Program Budget for fiscal year 23/24 and authorized the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. No action was taken regarding the Parks Master Plan Table of Contents.
- Approved FY 23/24 Capital Improvement Program Budget with spelling correction for Carriage Hill (4-0)
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings per Assembly Bill 361 (4-0)
- Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- No action taken on Parks Master Plan Table of Contents
Community Action Council
The Council is reviewing recommendations regarding homelessness services and funding. This includes a proposal for a $55,000 security camera system at 295 Fair Lane and an application for approximately $2.3 million in state housing assistance funds.
- $55,000 security camera system project for the Homeless Navigation Center
- Application for an estimated $2,300,000 in HHAP Program Round 4 funding
- Approval of October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
The Community Action Council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from October 26, 2022. The meeting primarily consisted of agency reports regarding energy assistance, senior nutrition, and housing programs.
- Adopted Agenda and Approved Consent Calendar (15-0)
- Approved Minutes from 10.26.22 (via Consent Calendar)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial and administrative items. This includes authorizing a 4% tax increase for the Tahoe Area and discharging over $7 million in various debts. The Board will also address findings regarding the ongoing local health emergency from the Caldor Fire.
- 4% Special Tax increase to the TOT rate in the unincorporated Tahoe Area
- Discharge of $5,912,166.96 in ambulance fee debts older than 3.5 years
- $99,031 contract for South Lake Tahoe Sheriff’s Office Carport design services
- $27,019 increase to the Forebay Park Improvements Project in Pollock Pines
- $25,000 increase to legal services agreement with Albert Ramseyere, J.D.
The Board of Supervisors approved $2,121,133 in COVID-19 economic impact grants for 169 small businesses and allocated $4 million for the design and construction of a permanent Navigation Center. Other key actions included increasing the county minimum wage to $15.50 and authorizing a 4.96% increase in solid waste collection rates for South Tahoe Refuse Co.
- Approved $2,121,133 in COVID-19 Economic Impact Grants for 169 small businesses (5-0)
- Approved $4M for permanent Navigation Center design and construction (4-1)
- Increased county minimum wage from $15.00 to $15.50 effective Jan 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved 4.96% increase to South Tahoe Refuse Co. collection rates (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 192-2022 to add four full-time Sheriff’s Security Officers (5-0)
- Approved $1,172,573.60 contract with Kingsborough Atlas Tree Surgery for hazardous tree removal (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 5171 implementing a 4% Special Tax increase to the Tahoe Area TOT rate (5-0)
- Approved $276,000 agreement with Occu-Med LTD for pre-employment health screenings (5-0)
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee is meeting to select a new Chair and Vice-Chair following a resignation. The committee will also solicit input on expanding the Board of Supervisors from five to seven members. Additionally, members will review implementation of the Sheriff’s salary limitation.
- Selection of a new Chair and Vice-Chair
- Discussion on increasing Board of Supervisors from five to seven members
- Review of Charter Section 504 regarding Sheriff's salary limitations
- Establishment of an Ad Hoc Communications Committee
- Approval for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
The Charter Review Committee recommended against increasing the number of Board of Supervisors members from five to seven. The committee also appointed a new Chair and Vice-Chair and established an Ad Hoc Communications Committee.
- Recommended no revision to the number of Board of Supervisors members, remaining at five (5-0)
- Appointed Member Mitrisin as Committee Chair (5-0)
- Appointed Member Ross as Committee Vice-Chair (5-0)
- Established Ad Hoc Communications Committee and appointed Members Ross and Mitrisin (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 (5-0)
- Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Directed staff to gather recruitment retention data for Deputy Sheriff positions
Veterans Affairs Commission
The El Dorado County Veterans Affairs Commission will conduct elections for its Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes approving November meeting minutes and mileage, and receiving committee reports.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of proposed 2023 meeting dates and locations
- Fund usage and change requests for Operation Rebound, Arts & Culture El Dorado, Cold Springs Church, and Hearts Landing Ranch
- Approval of November 10, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of Commissioner November mileage
The Veterans Affairs Commission appointed interim officers for January and approved the 2023 meeting dates and locations. The Commission also approved the consent calendar, including the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations.
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings per AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved November Commissioner mileage reimbursement (5-0)
- Appointed Commissioner Welch as Interim Chair and Commissioner Smith as Interim Vice Chair for January (5-0)
- Approved proposed 2023 meeting dates and locations (5-0)
- TOT Committee approved Operation Rebound reimbursement of $174.09 to EDCF
- TOT Committee approved $5,000 recall from Arts & Culture El Dorado
- TOT Committee approved usage extension to May 2023 for Hearts Landing Ranch
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold an informational workshop regarding short-term and long-term water planning and utility infrastructure. The agenda also includes a request to transfer River Use Permit #18 from Sierra Nevada University to the University of Nevada, Reno.
- Transfer of River Use Permit #18 from Sierra Nevada University to University of Nevada, Reno
- Informational workshop on water planning and utility infrastructure
- Approval of November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of teleconference findings for continued virtual meetings
The Planning Commission approved the transfer of a river use permit between two universities. The commission also approved the November 10, 2022 meeting minutes and a finding to continue virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Approved transfer of River Use Permit #18 from Sierra Nevada University to University of Nevada, Reno (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the November 10, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)
- Approved Teleconference Finding to allow continued virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361 (5-0)
- Informational workshop on water planning and utility infrastructure: No action taken
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will review draft Bylaws to decide whether to form a subcommittee or adopt them. Members will also hear an update from the Chief Probation Officer regarding a November 15, 2022, presentation to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes a discussion on Alternate Commissioners.
- Review of draft Bylaws
- Update from Chief Probation Officer regarding Board of Supervisors presentation
- Discussion of Alternate Commissioners
- Approval of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and consent calendar. Members agreed to individually review draft bylaws and gather a pool of candidates for Alternate Commissioner positions.
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (8-0)
- Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 meeting
- Decided to review draft By Laws individually and bring suggestions to the next meeting
- Agreed to gather a pool of candidates for Alternate Commissioners
Behavioral Health Commission
The El Dorado County Behavioral Health Commission is meeting to review proposed changes to its bylaws and discuss new Brown Act allowances. The agenda also includes a status report on IDEA Consulting's recommendations and a presentation on the Clubhouse International model.
- Review of proposed amendments to the Bylaws
- Status report on IDEA Consulting assessment recommendations
- Presentation on the NAMI El Dorado Clubhouse International model
- Discussion of new Brown Act allowances effective January 1, 2023
- Approval of the 2022 Data Notebook
The Commission approved amended bylaws requiring the body to be scheduled to meet 10 times per year. Other approved items included the 2022 Data Notebook and the use of hybrid meetings for the January 2023 session. The Commission also received updates on a $2 million grant for mobile crisis units.
- Approved amended bylaws requiring the Commission be scheduled to meet 10 times per year (7-0)
- Approved 2022 Data Notebook (Consent Calendar)
- Approved hybrid meeting format for January 18, 2023, meeting (Consent Calendar)
- Approved minutes from November 16, 2022, meeting (Consent Calendar)
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider a request to divide a 2.86-acre parcel into four parcels in El Dorado Hills. The meeting also includes a hearing for a conditional use permit for a microbrewery on Robert J Mathews Pkwy.
- Subdivision of 2.86 acres into four parcels (P21-0010)
- Conditional use permit for H2O Alaro Microbrewery (CUP22-0004)
- Proposed microbrewery output of 650 to 12,000 beer barrels per year
The Zoning Administrator approved a conditional use permit for H2O Alaro Microbrewery to operate within an existing structure. A request to divide a 2.86-acre parcel into four parcels was continued to a later date.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP22-0004 for H2O Alaro Microbrewery
- Found H2O Alaro Microbrewery project exempt under Section 15301 of CEQA Guidelines
- Continued Tentative Parcel Map P21-0010 (Kukharets) to December 21, 2022
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several recommendations, including contract approvals and appointments. Proposed actions include updating the County’s Strategic Plan and providing community funding for a schoolhouse project.
- $26,500 contract with Municipal Resource Group to update the County’s Strategic Plan
- $5,000 funding contribution for the Kelsey Community Association/Old Kelsey Schoolhouse effort
- New salary scale and back pay for Assistant Chief Investigator (District Attorney)
- Appointment of Gabriel Tyler to the El Dorado County Airport Advisory Committee
- Sale of a surplus service weapon to retiring Deputy Keith Maher
The Board of Supervisors authorized a county-led debris removal program for the Mosquito Fire, including a $5M budget transfer from the General Fund. Other key actions included adjusting residential organic waste rates and dismissing the Health and Human Services Agency Director.
- Approved $5M budget transfer and Resolution 181-2022 for Mosquito Fire debris removal (4-0)
- Dismissed HHSA Director Evelyn Schaffer (5-0)
- Approved $3.07 monthly residential organic service rate increase (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution 171-2022 revising El Dorado Hills Fire Department impact fees (5-0)
- Approved $110,859.47 for Homeless Navigation Center security cameras
- Approved $26,500 contract with Municipal Resource Group for Strategic Plan update
- Established Chili Bar Ad Hoc Committee and appointed Supervisors Parlin and Hidahl (4-0)
- Approved $358,500 agreement with Ski Air, Inc. for weatherization services
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Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. These sessions include matters related to the employment of the Chief Administrative Officer and labor negotiations involving the Director of Human Resources.
- Closed session regarding Chief Administrative Officer employment
- Labor negotiations involving the Director of Human Resources
The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting consisting entirely of closed session items. No actions were reported for the discussed items.
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The El Dorado County Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss proposed budget expenditures for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The agenda also includes an update on a meeting with the District Attorney's Office and a finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Discussion of proposed budget expenditures for fiscal year 2022-2023 (22-21974)
- Update on the November 9, 2022 meeting with the District Attorney's Office (22-21963)
- Finding to allow continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings (22-05701)
- Approval of minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting (22-20932)
- Finance Report 11/17/2022 (22-21955)
The Commission approved a finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns. Members discussed 2022-2023 budget expenditures and coordinated payment preferences with the District Attorney's Office. The December meeting was cancelled.
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings (5-0)
- Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Decided to prefer fine payments as a lump sum unless the individual is unable to pay
- Cancelled the December meeting
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for Thursday, November 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2022.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will discuss developing the Capital Improvement Budget for fiscal year 23/24. They will also review information from an Ad-Hoc committee regarding the purpose and goals of the Parks Master Plan.
- Development of the fiscal year 23/24 Capital Improvement Budget
- Review of Parks Master Plan introduction, purpose, and goals
- Approval of findings for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
- Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the draft introduction, purpose, and goals for the Parks Master Plan. It also authorized the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations.
- Approved draft Parks Master Plan Introduction, Purpose and Goals (4-0)
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings per Assembly Bill 361 (4-0)
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- No action taken on developing the FY 23/24 Capital Improvement Budget
Commission on Aging
The Commission will conduct elections for 2023 officers and consider amendments to its policies and procedures. The meeting includes reports from various committees and a presentation by the County Tax Assessor.
- Election of 2023 Officers
- Approval of Amendments to Policy & Procedures
- Presentation by El Dorado County Tax Assessor Karl Weiland
- Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
Behavioral Health Commission
The commission will review the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) annual update and discuss recommendations for the new three-year MHSA plan. The agenda also includes proposed bylaw amendments and several commissioner appointments.
- Review of Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Update Fiscal Year 2022/23
- Discussion and approval of Behavioral Health Commission Bylaw amendments
- Appointment of John Taylor as a full member of the commission
- Reappointment of Commissioner Stephen Clavere
- Progress update on the completion of the 2022 Data Notebook
The Commission appointed John Taylor as a full member and reappointed Stephen Clavere. The body also approved the September and October 2022 meeting minutes and authorized a hybrid meeting format for December 7, 2022. Bylaw amendments were postponed pending legal clarification on meeting locations.
- Approved September 21 and October 19, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved hybrid meeting format for December 7, 2022
- Appointed John Taylor as a full member (7-0)
- Reappointed Stephen Clavere as a full member (5-0, 2 abstentions)
- Postponed approval of Bylaw amendments pending CalBHBC clarification
- Formed Ad Hoc Nominating Committee for 2023 officers
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will consider two parcel map requests. One involves removing an inactive irrigation easement on 2.77 acres in the Camino area. The second proposes dividing a 2.86-acre property into four parcels in El Dorado Hills.
- Parcel Map Amendment P-C21-0002: Removal of an inactive EID ditch easement in Camino
- Tentative Parcel Map P21-0010: Division of a 2.86-acre parcel into four parcels in El Dorado Hills
Zoning Administrator Bret Sampson approved a parcel map amendment to remove a non-buildable easement from a defunct irrigation ditch. A request to divide a parcel in El Dorado Hills was continued to a future meeting.
- Approved Parcel Map Amendment P-C21-0002 to remove a 30-foot El Dorado Irrigation easement (APN 043-030-032)
- Found Parcel Map Amendment P-C21-0002 exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15305
- Continued Tentative Parcel Map P21-0010 for the division of a 2.86-acre parcel to December 7, 2022
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including the acquisition of property on Emerald Bay Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a continuing local health emergency and updates to county job classifications.
- Property acquisition at 1111 and 1119 Emerald Bay Road
- Continuation of Local Health Emergency due to the Caldor Fire
- Legal Services Agreement with Cole Huber, LLP for Emergency Medical Services
- Approval of Job Order Contracting Bid for county construction jobs
- Updates to Traffic Signal and Lighting Technician job classifications
The Board of Supervisors established requirements for the Mosquito Fire Consolidated Debris Removal Program. Other key actions included approving property acquisitions in South Lake Tahoe and updating personnel rules and salary resolutions.
- Adopted Urgency Ordinance 5169 for Mosquito Fire Consolidated Debris Removal Program (4-0, 1 absent)
- Approved acquisition of 1111 and 1119 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe
- Approved $15,000 from Local Asset Forfeiture Funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters Snowball Event
- Adopted Resolution 166-2022 updating County Personnel Rules (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 167-2022 regarding Salary and Benefits for Unrepresented Employees (5-0)
- Approved appointment of LeeAnne Mila as Interim Agricultural Commissioner (5-0)
- Approved $261,939.37 contract amendment for Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan (3-2)
- Approved use of Engineering News-Record Construction Cost Index for Traffic Impact Fee updates (5-0)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission is meeting to discuss leadership changes and committee formations. The agenda includes voting on a new Commission Chair and creating committees for recruitment and scholarships. Members will also consider continuing virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Vote on new Commission Chair Mario Guerrero
- Creation of 'New Commissioners/Recruitment' ad hoc committee
- Creation of 'Scholarship' ad hoc committee
- Allocation of funds for scholarship recognition events
- Approval to continue virtual or hybrid meetings
The Commission appointed a new Chair and established two new ad hoc committees focused on recruitment and scholarships. Members also approved the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Approved appointment of Mario Guerrero as Commission Chair (unanimous)
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings per Assembly Bill 361 (unanimous)
- Approved creation of 'New Commissioners/Recruitment' ad hoc committee (unanimous)
- Approved creation of 'Scholarship' ad hoc committee (unanimous)
- Approved holding the scheduled December 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted the agenda with updates reflecting Chair Huscher's resignation (unanimous)
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will discuss possible amendments to the county charter, including increasing the number of Board of Supervisors members from five to seven. The committee will also select a new Chair and Vice-Chair following a resignation. Additionally, members will consider establishing an Ad Hoc Communications Committee.
- Selection of a new Chair and Vice-Chair (22-20753)
- Establishment of an Ad Hoc Communications Committee (22-20775)
- Discussion on increasing Board of Supervisors from five to seven members (22-17847)
- Review of feedback regarding possible Charter amendments (22-20764)
- Discussion on adding a third term for Board of Supervisors members (22-17836)
The Committee approved the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 health recommendations. Members received public feedback on potential charter amendments and continued several items to the next meeting.
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings per Government Code 54953(e)(3) (4-0)
- Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Tabled determination of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Tabled establishment of Ad Hoc Communications Committee
- Continued discussion on increasing Board of Supervisors from five to seven members and removed language stating no decision would be taken (4-0)
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The committee will review 2022 waste and recycling tonnage reports for EDD and STR. Discussion includes an update on SB 1383 implementation and a sixth amendment to the El Dorado Disposal franchise agreement. The agenda also covers the county's organic waste disposal ordinance.
- Review of El Dorado County Organic Waste Disposal and Diversion Ordinance (8.45)
- Sixth Amendment to the El Dorado Disposal Franchise Agreement
- SB 1383 implementation update
- 2022 Q2 waste/recycling tonnage reports for EDD and STR
- 2021 EAR Report for unincorporated county, Placerville, and South Lake Tahoe
The Committee approved the 2023 meeting schedule with three specific edits. Several waste and recycling tonnage and compliance reports were received and filed. No action was taken on the EDD Franchise Agreement amendment or SB 1383 implementation updates.
- Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0)
- Received and filed County Staff Report
- Received and filed Q2 2022 Waste/Recycling Tonnage Reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Received and filed Q2 2022 CalRecycle RDRS Reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Received and filed PARIS Reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Received and filed 2021 EAR Reports for El Dorado County Unincorporated, City of Placerville, and City of South Lake Tahoe
- Received and filed update on Organic Waste Disposal and Diversion Ordinance (8.45)
- Adopted 2023 EDSWAC meeting schedule with three edits (10-0)
Planning Commission
The Commission will review a request for a six-year time extension for the Sierra Sunrise Subdivision map. It will also consider a permit for an existing unpermitted ADU and five additional unpermitted structures in the Cool area.
- Six-year time extension for Sierra Sunrise Subdivision map (TM17-1532)
- Permit for unpermitted ADU and five residential accessory structures in the Open Space zone
- Approval of October 27, 2022, meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding to allow continued virtual meetings
The Planning Commission approved a six-year time extension for the Sierra Sunrise Subdivision map and a conditional use permit for an unpermitted ADU and five accessory structures in Cool. The commission also approved the October 27, 2022, meeting minutes and a finding to continue virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Approved six-year time extension for Sierra Sunrise Subdivision map to July 25, 2028 (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP20-0014 for an unpermitted ADU and five accessory structures (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the October 27, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)
- Approved Teleconference Finding to allow continued virtual meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Removed appeal regarding Cameron Hills Final Subdivision Map from agenda per applicant
Veterans Affairs Commission
The commission will review mini-grant details and guidelines for the TOT committee. Members are also scheduled to discuss women's history month and veterans monument policy mediation. The agenda includes reports from several veteran service organizations.
- Review of TOT Mini-Grant Details and Guidelines
- Elder Options Grant Change Request
- Women's History Month discussion
- Veterans Monument Policy Mediation
- Approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the Mini-Grant Details and Guidelines and granted a one-year spending extension for the Elder Options grant. Other actions included approving previous meeting minutes and mileage reimbursements.
- Approved Mini-Grant Details and Guidelines (5-0)
- Approved one-year spending duration extension for Elder Options grant (5-0)
- Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved Commissioner mileage reimbursements
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings per AB 361
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Commission for Youth and Families for November 10, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for discussion or decision.
- No items scheduled due to cancellation
Agricultural Commission
The Commission will consider a commercial cannabis use permit for Harde Commercial Cannabis Cultivation. Members will also select two commissioners for interviews and approve the 2023 hearing schedule. A request to continue virtual or hybrid meeting formats is also included.
- Commercial cannabis use permit for Harde Commercial Cannabis Cultivation (APN 093-032-071)
- Selection of two Commissioners for interviews on December 5, 2022
- Approval of the 2023 Agricultural Commission hearing schedule
- Continued use of virtual or hybrid meeting formats
The Commission recommended approval of staff findings regarding the compatibility of a commercial cannabis use permit with Williamson Act contracted parcels. The body also approved its 2023 hearing schedule and selected commissioners for an upcoming interview panel.
- Recommended approval of staff recommendations for CCUP21-0002 Harde Commercial Cannabis Cultivation compatibility with Williamson Act parcels (6-0)
- Approved 2023 Agricultural Commission Hearing Schedule (6-0)
- Selected Chuck Bacchi and Lloyd Walker for the 12/5/2022 interview panel
- Approved minutes of the 10/12/2022 meeting (6-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several procurement items and contract amendments. These include funding for road materials, laptop acquisitions, and updates to tribal intergovernmental agreements.
- Increase FENIX contract 6826 by $201,000 for Dell laptops
- Purchase High Performance Cold Patch Mix for $180,000 over 36 months
- Purchase Washoe Sand via a $190,000 three-year contract
- Purchase road sign accessories for $180,000 over three years
- Approve $3,015 community funding for Memento Lodge 37
The Board of Supervisors extended the deadline for El Dorado Disposal Service to complete a new transfer station to October 20, 2024. The Board also approved conceptual plans for a new Accelerator and Incubator Incentive Program and revisions to the Economic Development Incentive Policy. Additionally, several road material contracts and residential subdivision maps were approved.
- Adopted Resolution 163-2022 extending Waste Connections of California, Inc. transfer station deadline to Oct 20, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved conceptual draft of Policy J-9 Accelerator and Incubator Incentive Program (5-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy J-7 Economic Development Incentive Policy (5-0)
- Approved $180,000 contract for High Performance Cold Patch Mix (Consent)
- Approved $190,000 contract for Washoe Sand (Consent)
- Approved $180,000 contract for road sign blanks and accessories (Consent)
- Approved Final Maps for Promontory Village 6 and Ridgeview Village Unit 9 (Consent)
- Tabled adoption of Board, Committee and Commission Handbook to Dec 13, 2022 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider final passage of amendments to the County Zoning Ordinance. These changes include adding regulations for the cultivation of industrial hemp under a pilot program.
- Amendments to Title 130 - Zoning Ordinance Code regarding allowed uses
- New Chapter 130.43 for the cultivation of industrial hemp
- Closed session discussion regarding Chief Administrative Officer recruitment
The Board of Supervisors approved Ordinance 5168, which amends the County Zoning Ordinance to regulate the cultivation of industrial hemp. The action establishes a pilot program and includes specific setback requirements and waiver processes for cultivation sites.
- Adopted Ordinance 5168 amending Title 130 of the County Zoning Ordinance (4-1)
- Found the ordinance exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (4-1)
- Directed staff to provide a pilot program update in one year (4-1)
- Deleted Section 130.43.101.B.10 regarding License Requirements (4-1)
- Amended residential structure setbacks for industrial hemp cultivation (4-1)
- Approved a setback waiver process via written consent from adjacent parcel owners (4-1)
- No action reported regarding Chief Administrative Officer Recruitment in closed session
Planning Commission
The Commission is reviewing an appeal from Cameron Hills 41-20, LLC regarding whether a Final Subdivision Map was filed on time. This hearing for the creation of 41 residential lots and five miscellaneous lots south of Berry Road was continued to November 10, 2022. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and teleconference findings for virtual meetings.
- Appeal from Cameron Hills 41-20, LLC regarding subdivision map filing determination
- Proposed creation of 41 residential lots and five miscellaneous lots on 20.13 acres south of Berry Road
- Approval of October 13, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of teleconference findings for virtual committee meetings
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from October 13, 2022, and a finding to allow continued virtual meetings due to COVID-19. A hearing regarding a subdivision map appeal for Cameron Hills was continued to November 10, 2022.
- Approved minutes of the October 13, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved Teleconference Finding to allow virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361 (5-0)
- Continued hearing on Cameron Hills subdivision map appeal (22-1912) to November 10, 2022 (5-0)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Commission will review a finding to allow for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns. The agenda also includes reports from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and a finance report.
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings (22-05701)
- Approval of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (22-19112)
- Review of October 19, 2022 finance report (22-19743)
The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a finding to allow virtual or hybrid meetings due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. The Commission also approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting.
- Approved continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings pursuant to Government Code subsection 54953(e)(3) (6-0)
- Approved minutes from the September 28, 2022 regular meeting (6-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and funding items. This includes accepting state-administered grants for housing support and food pantry services. The Board is also considering energy agreement expansions and personnel appointments.
- Acceptance of $1,778,292 for the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Housing Support Program
- Acceptance of $625,238 for the Housing and Disability Advocacy Program
- Expansion of Pioneer Community Energy membership to include Grass Valley and Nevada City
- $122,033 contract with Sedgwick for Workers’ Compensation tail claims administration
- $15,000 funding agreement with Los Rios Community College District for a food pantry
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 161-2022 to revise park fees and allow for annual CPI-based increases. They also approved several state funding allocations for housing and disability advocacy, as well as roadwork and technology contracts.
- Adopted Resolution 161-2022 revising park fees and allowing annual CPI increases (5-0)
- Approved $982,683.25 in Targeted Airshed Grant funding for roadwork projects
- Accepted $1,778,292 for CalWORKs Housing Support Program (estimated)
- Accepted $625,238 for Housing and Disability Advocacy Program (estimated)
- Accepted $394,567 for Home Safe Program and $279,991 for Bringing Families Home Program
- Approved $122,033 contract with Sedgwick for Workers’ Compensation tail claims
- Approved $118,372.23 purchase order to ePlus Technology for firewall subscriptions
- Accepted retirement of Agricultural Commissioner Charlene Carveth effective Nov 30, 2022 (5-0)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The committee will discuss consultant recommendations for proposed Cameron Park sign standards and next steps for adoption. The agenda also includes a finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns. Additionally, the committee will review minutes from the September 26, 2022 meeting.
- Review of consultant recommendations for proposed Cameron Park sign standards (22-19563)
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid committee meetings (22-04131)
- Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2022 meeting (22-18682)
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved a finding to continue hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 concerns, and approved the September 26, 2022 minutes. The committee also received a presentation on proposed sign standards and discussed next steps for adoption. No substantive decisions were made on the sign standards.
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from September 26, 2022 meeting (4-0)
California Identification Remote Access Network
The board will consider recommendations regarding the FY 2022/23 budget and review FY 2021/22 expenditures. Members will also discuss using remaining funds in the board account and appointing designees for several agencies.
- Appointment of agency designees for voting members
- Presentation of FY 2021/22 expenditures and FY 2022/23 proposed budget
- Determination on encumbering remaining funds in the Cal-ID RAN Board Account
- Authorization of a budget transfer to finalize the FY 2021/22 budget
- Review of fee suspension under Resolution 127-2022
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will discuss developing the Capital Improvement Budget for fiscal year 23/24. Members will also review a revised timeline for the Parks and Trails Master Plan update. Additionally, the Commission will receive a presentation from a Grizzly Flats resident.
- Development of the FY 23/24 Capital Improvement Budget
- Update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan process
- Review and approval of the Revised Timeline for the Master Plan update
- Presentation from Grizzly Flats Resident Robin Kelly
The Commission discussed the Capital Improvement Budget for fiscal year 23/24 and received a presentation from a Grizzly Flats resident. They also approved a revised timeline for the Parks and Trails Master Plan update and established an ad hoc committee to work on the plan's introduction and vision. No votes were taken on the budget or presentation; the only formal vote was to create the ad hoc committee.
- Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 (4-0)
- Established ad hoc committee (Cumpston, Lowery) for Parks and Trails Master Plan introduction, vision, mission, objectives, and table of contents (4-0)
Behavioral Health Commission
The commission will review the Mental Health Services Act annual update and recommendations for the next three-year plan. The meeting also includes discussions on bylaw amendments and commissioner appointments.
- Discussion and approval of Behavioral Health Commission Bylaw amendments
- Appointment of John Taylor as a full member of the commission
- Reappointment of Commissioner Stephen Clavere
- Review of the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Update for Fiscal Year 2022/23
- Update on new Brown Act allowances effective January 1, 2023
The Behavioral Health Commission lacked a quorum, so all agenda items were continued and the meeting was adjourned. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, IT maintenance agreements, and community appointments. The Board is also considering renewing local health emergency declarations related to the Caldor and Mosquito fires.
- Contract award for Shakori Garage Replacement with total project funding of $4,832,542
- Purchase of approximately 900 Avaya IP telephones for $140,000
- $5,000 community funding contribution for the 'Let the Magic Begin' Festival of Lights
- Continuation of various IT hardware and software maintenance agreements
- Renewal of local health emergency declarations for the Caldor Fire and Mosquito Fire
The Board approved a $3.99 million contract for the Shakori Garage replacement and adopted the consent calendar with 20 items, including continued emergency declarations for the Caldor and Mosquito fires. They also approved a conceptual design for Forebay Park and directed staff to proceed with environmental review.
- Awarded $3,988,569 contract to DG Granade for Shakori Garage replacement (5-0)
- Approved $1.5M budget transfer for Shakori Garage project (5-0)
- Approved $140,000 purchase of 900 Avaya IP phones (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 on-call brushing services agreements with Highground Excavating and West Coast Arborists (5-0)
- Approved Final Map for Bass Lake North subdivision (90 lots) (5-0)
- Approved $120,000 consultant contract with O'Connell Research for Behavioral Health Justice Intervention Services (5-0)
- Approved conceptual design for Forebay Park and directed staff to proceed with environmental review (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 160-2022 extending Beatty Drive closure for 74 days (5-0)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission will consider a recommendation to continue using virtual or hybrid meeting formats. The agenda also includes reports from county officials and a presentation regarding foster rights in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
- Recommendation for continued virtual or hybrid meetings (22-1644)
- Presentation on Foster Rights/Services (22-1739)
- Confirmation of Fall 2022 Ad Hoc Committees (22-1741)
- Creation of a new committee for commissioner recruitment (22-1742)
The Delinquency Prevention Commission voted unanimously to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns, as allowed by Assembly Bill 361. No public comment was received. Several reports were given but no other substantive decisions were made; items on guest speakers, ad hoc committees, and recruitment were discussed without action.
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Adopted agenda after removing two report items (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a cannabis retail storefront in the Cameron Park Community Region. The commission will also hear a proposal to amend zoning ordinances regarding industrial hemp cultivation.
- Commercial Cannabis Use Permit (CCUP19-0005) for a retail storefront on Alhambra Drive
- Ordinance amendment for industrial hemp cultivation regulations
- Approval of the 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a draft ordinance regulating industrial hemp cultivation, with three modifications: removing a sentence about aggregating parcels, adding a 600-foot setback from residences on residential-zoned parcels, and removing references to the Sheriff's Office. The commission also continued a hearing on a commercial cannabis use permit to January 26, 2023. In closed session, the commission voted 3-2 to find that a Sheriff's background check does not disqualify a cannabis permit applicant.
- Recommended industrial hemp pilot program ordinance with three modifications (5-0)
- Continued commercial cannabis use permit hearing to January 26, 2023 (5-0)
- Found Sheriff's background check does not disqualify cannabis permit applicant (3-2)
- Approved September 8 and September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved 2023 Planning Commission meeting schedule (5-0)
- Approved teleconference finding for virtual meetings due to COVID-19 (5-0)
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Veterans Affairs Commission will review Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) mini-grant details and guidelines. The meeting includes a guest speaker regarding the Caldor Fire and reports from various veteran committees. Members will also discuss plans for Women's History Month in March 2023.
- Review of TOT mini-grant details and guidelines
- Guest speaker Andrew Herp on Caldor Fire disaster management
- Approval of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding March 2023 Women's History Month
- Review of Commission mileage reimbursements
The commission approved the consent calendar, including continued use of virtual meetings under AB 361, approval of September 8, 2022 minutes, and mileage reimbursements. All other items were received and filed as reports, with no substantive decisions made beyond the consent calendar.
- Approved consent calendar including AB 361 virtual meeting authorization (5-0)
- Approved minutes from September 8, 2022 meeting (consent calendar)
- Approved mileage reimbursements (consent calendar)
- Received and filed Ex-Officio report
- Received and filed committee reports (TOT, Housing, Transportation, Outreach)
- Received and filed communications reports (Veterans Memorial Building, American Legion, Veterans Alliance, VA Vet Center)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The October 13, 2022, meeting of the El Dorado County Commission for Youth and Families has been cancelled. The commission is scheduled to next meet on November 10, 2022.
Agricultural Commission
The El Dorado County Agricultural Commission will review a permit for a microbrewery use at an existing winery and consider agricultural setback relief requests. The commission will also discuss follow-up processes for the hemp pilot program.
- Review of microbrewery use at winery APN 078-240-021-000
- Agricultural setback relief for Christopherson residence (APN 078-260-058)
- Agricultural setback relief for BP#350856 (APN 048-050-020-000)
- Review of follow-up processes for the HEMP Pilot Program
- Review of draft HEMP Ordinance
The Agricultural Commission voted 4-0-1 to recommend approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a 400-square-foot microbrewery at an existing winery on a 10.52-acre parcel zoned Planned Agriculture-20. The commission also approved two agricultural setback relief requests: one for a home addition and garage on Pleasant Valley Road, and another for an accessory dwelling unit on Hassler Road. All actions were recommendations to the Planning Department or Board of Supervisors.
- Approved (4-0-1) recommendation for CUP21-0009: microbrewery use at existing winery on APN 078-240-021-000, finding it won't interfere with Williamson Act contract or crop production.
- Approved (5-0) ADM22-0073: agricultural setback relief for Christopherson residence addition, reducing setbacks to 100 feet northeast and 89 feet northwest on APN 078-260-058.
- Approved (5-0) ADM22-0058: agricultural setback relief for an accessory dwelling unit, reducing setbacks to 113 feet northeast and 52 feet south on APN 048-050-020-000.
- Approved (5-0) minutes of September 14, 2022 regular meeting.
- Approved (5-0) minutes of September 29, 2022 special meeting.
- Approved (5-0) continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Pulled from agenda: Commissioner Bacchi's letter on HEMP Pilot Program follow-up processes.
- Discussed only: draft HEMP Ordinance review by Planning Commission.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including staff allocations and contract amendments. Proposed actions include accepting a mental health grant for student services and authorizing PG&E resource centers at the Georgetown Library.
- Acceptance of $1,044,665 MHSSA grant for student mental health services with EDCOE
- Authorization of PG&E license agreement for resource centers at Georgetown Library
- Amendment to FirstWatch Solutions Inc. contract for $327,971.81 regarding emergency medical services
- Utility Relocation Agreement with El Dorado Irrigation District for Old Depot Bike Park
- Purchase contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for $165,040
The Board of Supervisors approved a consent calendar with 20 items, including approvals of subdivision final maps, budget transfers, and contract amendments. In closed session, the Board voted 4-1 to place District II Supervisor's Assistant Todd White on a leave of absence with pay. The Board also received presentations on code enforcement and a syringe exchange program, directing staff to explore amnesty programs and contact state health officials.
- Approved consent calendar with 20 items (5-0)
- Approved Final Maps for Summer Brook Unit 1 & 2 subdivisions (consent)
- Approved Final Map for Indian Creek Ranch Unit 1 subdivision (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 158-2022 adding 1.0 FTE Principal Management Analyst (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 154-2022 adding 1.0 FTE Office Assistant I/II and 1.0 FTE Social Worker III (consent)
- Continued code enforcement ordinance amendments to November 8, 2022 (5-0)
- Directed staff to explore code enforcement amnesty programs and remove anonymous complaint language (5-0)
- Placed District II Supervisor's Assistant Todd White on paid leave (4-1, closed session)
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee is soliciting public input on several potential revisions to the County Charter. These discussions include proposals to change the number of Board of Supervisors members and term structures for elected officials. No decisions will be taken during this meeting.
- Increasing Board of Supervisors from five to seven members
- Adding a third term for Board of Supervisors members
- Staggering terms for Elected Department Heads
- Consolidating some Elected Department Head positions
- Continuing virtual or hybrid committee meetings
Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee
The Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from PG&E regarding their Community Wildfire Safety Plan. The committee also intends to discuss a possible amendment to Resolution 078-2019. The agenda includes reports from several ad hoc committees and approval of meeting minutes.
- Presentation by Brandon L. Sanders (PG&E) on Community Wildfire Safety Plan
- Discussion of possible amendment to Resolution 078-2019
- Approval of finding for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
- Approval of July 7, 2022 meeting minutes
The Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee voted 4-0 (with one abstention) to recommend that the Board of Supervisors amend Resolution 078-2019 to redefine the outfitter representative as an owner/operator with a valid River Use Permit or a designated representative of a relevant outfitter trade association. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including a COVID-19 virtual meeting finding and the July 7, 2022 minutes, and dissolved the CLAC Ad Hoc Campfire/Air Quality Committee. A PG&E presentation on wildfire safety was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended amending Resolution 078-2019 Section 3 B to redefine outfitter representative (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding under AB 361 (4-0)
- Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Dissolved CLAC Ad Hoc Campfire/Air Quality Committee (5-0)
Disaster Council
The Council will discuss updates regarding PG&E and the fire season. The Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services recommends receiving a presentation on the updated Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and approving its submission to the Board of Supervisors. Additionally, the council will receive recovery updates for the Caldor and Mosquito fires.
- Presentation on the updated El Dorado County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
- Recommendation to submit the updated EOP to the Board of Supervisors
- Caldor Fire and Mosquito Fire recovery update
- Fire season update
- El Dorado County Fire Safe Council report
Agricultural Commission
The Agriculture Department is presenting an ordinance to amend the County Zoning Ordinance regarding industrial hemp cultivation. This proposal is being reviewed for comment before moving to a Planning Commission hearing in October. The commission will also consider continuing virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19.
- Ordinance amendment for industrial hemp cultivation regulations (22-17212)
- Approval of continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The El Dorado County Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss a letter sent to the District Attorney's Office regarding draft fine flow charts. The meeting also includes a review of a revised draft Grant Request Application form and a presentation on bats.
- Review of revised draft Grant Request Application form
- Discussion of expectations for sponsoring events
- Letter to El Dorado County District Attorney regarding draft fine flow charts
- Presentation on bats by Corky Quirk
- Approval of August 31, 2022 meeting minutes
The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361, citing ongoing COVID-19 concerns and the Public Health Officer's recommendations. The consent calendar, including approval of August 31, 2022 minutes, was adopted unanimously (4-0, with two absent). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports, a bat presentation, and discussions on a grant application and a letter to the District Attorney's office.
- Approved continued virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from August 31, 2022 meeting (4-0)
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (4-0)
Community Corrections Partnership
The Community Corrections Partnership is reviewing fiscal reports and proposing budget adjustments for several contracts. The body will also discuss jail service needs and the formation of an ad hoc committee to develop a comprehensive service plan. Additionally, members will receive updates on the Community Corrections Center status and mental health program applications.
- $118,546.40 budget increase for Northern California Construction Training (NCCT)
- $50,000 budget increase for Rane Community Development
- $3,500 budget increase for O'Connell Research
- Formation of an ad hoc committee to develop a jail service plan by June 30, 2023
- Application for El Dorado County to become a Nationally Recognized Stepping Up Innovator County
The Community Corrections Partnership approved creating an ad hoc committee to develop a comprehensive service plan for jail populations and unanimously approved several budget increases for FY 2022/2023, including $118,546 for NCCT and $50,000 for Rane Community Development. They also authorized the chair to submit revised budgets to the Board of Supervisors and approved the application to become a Stepping Up Innovator County. Minutes from February 2022 were approved, and presentations on the Community Corrections Center and NAMI Clubhouse were received without action.
- Approved ad hoc committee to create comprehensive jail service plan (6-0)
- Approved $118,546 budget increase for Northern California Construction Training (6-0)
- Approved $50,000 budget increase for Rane Community Development (6-0)
- Approved $3,500 budget increase for O'Connell Research (6-0)
- Approved revised FY 2022/2023 AB109 budget and implementation plan (6-0)
- Approved chair to submit revised budgets to Board of Supervisors (6-0)
- Approved application for Stepping Up Innovator County designation (6-0)
- Approved minutes from February 28, 2022 meeting (5-0-1)
Board of Supervisors
The Board is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-23 County Budget and budgets for several special districts. The agenda also includes contract amendments for personnel investigations and recruitment services. Additionally, the Board will consider consolidating local elections with the November 8, 2022 election.
- Adoption of FY 2022-23 County and Special District Budgets
- Extension of personnel investigations agreement up to $210,000
- CAO recruitment contract with The Greg Prothman Company up to $30,000
- Consolidation of local elections with the November 8, 2022 election
- Tyler Technologies ERP maintenance cost of $20,001
The Board approved the Cheplick project, rezoning a 10-acre parcel from RE-10 to R1A-PD, a Planned Development Permit, a Tentative Subdivision Map dividing the property into 7 lots (5 residential, 2 landscape), and a design waiver for common driveways. The vote was 4-0 with Supervisor Thomas absent. The Board also adopted Resolution 151-2022 revising Surveyor’s Office fees and received updates on the permit backlog and presentations from tourism organizations.
- Approved Cheplick project: Rezone Z05-0018, Planned Development Permit PD05-0015, Tentative Map TM05-1402, and design waiver (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 5167 for the Cheplick rezone
- Adopted Resolution 151-2022 revising Surveyor’s Office fees (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar items including budget resolutions, contracts, and appointments (5-0)
- Approved Proclamation recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month (4-0, Thomas absent)
- Received and filed presentations from five tourism organizations on FY 2021-22 activities
- Received and filed permit backlog update from Planning and Building Department
- No action reported from closed session on CAO recruitment
Meyers Advisory Council
The Council will receive updates on retail cannabis stores in the Tahoe area and the San Bernardino Bike Path. Discussions are also scheduled regarding the Meyers Visitor Center and Arts and Beautification.
- Discussion of the existing Meyers Visitor Center with US Forest Service
- Update on the San Bernardino Bike Path
- Update on retail cannabis stores in the Tahoe area
- Discussion on Meyers Corridor Arts and Beautification
- Paradise Park Board Member update
The Meyers Advisory Council met on September 27, 2022, and approved the agenda and consent calendar, which included a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 and approval of the June 27, 2022 minutes. The council received informational updates on the Visitor Center, San Bernardino Bike Path, retail cannabis dispensaries, corridor beautification, and Paradise Park, but took no action on these items. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no substantive decisions made beyond the consent calendar approval.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 (consent)
- Approved minutes from June 27, 2022 meeting (consent)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Committee will discuss a conditional use permit for a new AT&T cell site on a building rooftop. The project involves a stealth structure with 12 antennas located on Alhambra Drive. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and the continuation of virtual or hybrid meeting formats.
- Proposed AT&T cell site rooftop structure (CUP22-0007)
- Approval of August 22, 2022, meeting minutes
- Continuation of virtual or hybrid committee meetings
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee voted 4-0 to endorse a conditional use permit for a new AT&T cell site on a building rooftop at 0.52 acres on Alhambra Drive, but required the applicant to submit a plan to clean up and screen the yard, remove dead landscaping, and plant additional trees along Cameron Park Drive before a building permit is issued. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including continued use of virtual meetings due to COVID-19 and the August 22, 2022 minutes.
- Endorsed CUP22-0007/AT&T cell site on building rooftop with conditions for yard cleanup, screening, dead landscaping removal, and tree planting along Cameron Park Drive (4-0)
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 (3-0)
- Approved minutes from August 22, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held a hearing regarding a commercial cannabis use permit for a retail storefront in Cameron Park, which was continued to October 13, 2022. The commission also reviewed meeting minutes and discussed continuing virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Commercial Cannabis Use Permit CCUP19-0005 for a retail storefront in Cameron Park
- Approval of September 8, 2022, meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding for continued use of virtual committee meetings
The Planning Commission voted 3-0 to continue the hearing for a commercial cannabis use permit (CCUP19-0005) for a retail storefront in Cameron Park to October 13, 2022. No final decision was made on the permit. The consent calendar, including approval of prior meeting minutes and a COVID-19 teleconference finding, was also approved.
- Continued hearing for Commercial Cannabis Use Permit CCUP19-0005 to October 13, 2022 (3-0)
- Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 meeting (3-0)
- Approved teleconference finding for virtual meetings under AB 361 (3-0)
Agricultural Commission
The special meeting scheduled for September 22, 2022, was cancelled and moved to September 29, 2022. The agenda included a proposed ordinance regarding industrial hemp cultivation regulations.
- Cancellation of the September 22, 2022, special meeting
- Proposed ordinance to amend Title 130 of the County Zoning Ordinance for industrial hemp cultivation
- Approval of findings for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
Behavioral Health Commission
The commission will review amended By-Laws and discuss appointing an Ad Hoc Committee for the 2022 Data Notebook. The meeting also includes a status update on the MHSA Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Plan Update and the introduction of a prospective Commissioner.
- Introduction of amended By-Laws
- Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee for the 2022 Data Notebook
- Introduction of John Taylor as a prospective Commissioner
- Status update on the MHSA Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Plan Update
- Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes
The Behavioral Health Commission approved the July 20, 2022 minutes with a correction and approved continuing hybrid meetings for the public due to COVID-19. The chair introduced proposed bylaw changes for discussion at the next meeting. An ad hoc committee was appointed to complete the overdue 2022 Data Notebook by October. The commission confirmed its meeting schedule for October and November 2022, with no December meeting.
- Approved the July 20, 2022 minutes with a correction to reflect that Commissioner Clavere read WIC 5848 directly from the code.
- Approved hybrid meeting format for the October 19, 2022 regular meeting, citing ongoing COVID-19 concerns and the Public Health Officer's recommendations.
- Appointed Chair Santiago and Supervisor Thomas to an Ad Hoc Committee to complete the 2022 Data Notebook by the October meeting.
- Confirmed the regular meeting schedule: October 19, 2022 and November 15, 2022, with no meeting in December 2022.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing items related to emergency responses for the Caldor and Mosquito fires. They are also considering contract amendments for jail expansion projects and county procurement updates.
- $119,836.13 for a ladder truck at Station 28 in Shingle Springs
- Security contracts with Good Guard Security Services for Mosquito Fire evacuation shelters
- $235,100 contract increase with AMG Management Group LLC for jail and juvenile hall projects
- Negotiations for property located at 3883 Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs
- Final passage of Ordinance 5166 regarding County Procurement
The Board approved a $7.5 million purchase and sale agreement for two parcels on Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe for a new El Dorado Center, with a $200,000 escrow deposit. It also approved a preferred design for Diamond Springs Community Park and directed staff to begin planning a temporary Navigation Center at the old juvenile hall. The Board adopted the consent calendar with one no vote on a hemp zoning amendment.
- Approved $7.5M purchase of 1111 and 1119 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe for El Dorado Center (5-0)
- Approved Design Option B for Diamond Springs Community Park (5-0)
- Authorized termination of CalFire facility use agreement at 299 Fair Lane effective Dec. 15, 2022 (5-0)
- Directed staff to implement temporary Navigation Center at 299 Fair Lane (5-0)
- Directed staff to prepare design and cost estimates for permanent Navigation Center at 300 Fair Lane (4-1)
- Approved $204,000 for rescue boat for El Dorado Hills Fire Department from TOT contingency (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 5166 revising County Procurement Ordinance (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 146-2022 to amend hemp cultivation regulations (consent, Supervisor Parlin voted no)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Delinquencies Prevention Commission will consider a recommendation to continue using virtual or hybrid meeting formats. The agenda includes reports from the Chief Probation Officer and various committees, as well as a presentation on foster rights and services in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
- Recommendation for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings (22-1644)
- Presentation on Foster Rights and Services by Amanda Hammond (22-1739)
- Review and confirmation of Fall 2022 Ad Hoc Committees (22-1741)
- Creation of a new Ad Hoc Committee for Commissioner Recruitment (22-1742)
The Delinquency Prevention Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to continue using virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns, as authorized by Assembly Bill 361. The chief probation officer reported that the Board of Supervisors stopped the design process for a proposed Juvenile Hall on the West Slope, and the department is seeking to redirect grant funds to improve the existing Juvenile Treatment Center in South Lake Tahoe. No other substantive decisions were made; several agenda items were not discussed.
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)
- Noted Board of Supervisors halted West Slope Juvenile Hall design; grant funds may shift to South Lake Tahoe center improvements
Charter Review Committee
The committee will review discrepancies in the Civil Service Commission appointment process between Charter Section 502 and Ordinance Code Section 2.16.030. Members will also receive information on Assembly Bill 759 regarding staggered elected officer terms. Additionally, the committee will review other California County Charters.
- Review of Civil Service Commission appointment process variance
- Information on Assembly Bill 759 impacts on staggered elected officer terms
- Review of other California County Charters
- Approval of August 1, 2022 meeting minutes
The El Dorado County Charter Review Committee voted unanimously to keep the Civil Service Commission appointment process as currently written in Charter Section 502.2, after receiving a presentation on the variance between the Charter and County Ordinance. The committee also tabled discussion on staggering elected officer terms to the next meeting, and established a standing meeting schedule for the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m.
- Approved keeping the Civil Service Commission appointment process unchanged per Charter Section 502.2 (5-0).
- Tabled discussion on staggering elected officer terms via charter revision to the next regular meeting (5-0).
- Established a standing meeting every second Monday of the month at 5 p.m. (5-0).
- Approved the consent calendar, including continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 (5-0).
- Approved the minutes from the August 1, 2022 regular meeting (5-0).
- Directed staff to solicit public input on possible charter revisions: staggering terms for elected department heads, consolidating some elected department head positions, adding a third term for Board of Supervisors members, and increasing the Board from five to seven members.
Diamond Springs and El Dorado Community Advisory Committee
The Committee will discuss a planned development permit to renovate the Best Western Hotel into an Aiden by Best Western Hotel. Additionally, the Parks and Trails Department will provide a presentation regarding Diamond Springs Community Park. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and continuing virtual meeting protocols.
- Planned Development Permit PD22-0002 for Aiden by Best Western Hotel renovation
- Expansion of hotel lobby by 4,375 SF and addition of 13 guestrooms
- Reduction in parking count from 177 to 168 spaces at the hotel site
- Presentation regarding Diamond Springs Community Park
The Diamond Springs and El Dorado Community Advisory Committee voted 5-0 to express conceptual support for the Diamond Springs Community Park project, with an emphasis on addressing traffic circulation. The committee also approved a consent calendar that included a finding to continue hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 and approved minutes from July and August 2022. Additionally, the committee voted 5-0 to submit a comment letter to the Planning Department regarding the renovation and conversion of the Best Western Hotel into an Aiden by Best Western Hotel.
- Approved conceptual support for Diamond Springs Community Park (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including COVID-19 hybrid meeting finding and minutes (5-0)
- Approved submitting comment letter on Aiden by Best Western Hotel project (5-0)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will receive an update regarding the Parks Master Plan process. The agenda also includes recommendations to approve previous meeting minutes and to continue using virtual or hybrid meeting formats due to COVID-19 health recommendations.
- Update on the Parks Master Plan process
- Approval of August 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- Authorization for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
The commission approved a consent calendar that included minutes from August 18, 2022, and a finding to continue virtual or hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361 due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. No action was taken on the Parks Master Plan update, which was received as information only.
- Approved meeting minutes from August 18, 2022 (3-0)
- Approved finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19 (3-0)
- Received Parks Master Plan update; no action taken
Agricultural Commission
The Agricultural Commission will review an application for administrative relief from an agricultural setback to place a modular home. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and continuing the use of virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Administrative relief from agricultural setback for a modular home (APN 046-041-041)
- Approval of August 10, 2022, meeting minutes
- Authorization to continue virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns
The Agricultural Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of an administrative relief request to reduce the agricultural setback from 200 feet to 40 feet for a hardship modular home on APN 046-041-041. The applicant was not present; staff presented findings that three of four required criteria were met. The approval requires the applicant to comply with Resolution No. 079-2007 Exhibit A, including recording a Notice of Restriction.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (consent calendar)
- Approved continued use of virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (consent calendar)
- Recommended approval of ADM22-0064 Burnett Hardship Modular Home Ag. Setback Relief (7-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several contract amendments and policy updates during this meeting. Items include increasing funding for fuel services and updating 2023 retiree health plan rates. The Board also addresses the disposal of surplus property and committee appointments.
- $1,000,000 increase to contract 4404 for cardlock fueling services
- $75,000 increase to L&H Airco, LLC agreement for HVAC services
- Transfer of medic unit titles to Emergency Services Joint Powers Authority
- Approval of 2023 retiree health plan rate cards
- Appointment of Michaela Johnson to the Airports Advisory Committee
The Board approved the final response to the 2021-22 Grand Jury report with amendments, including directing staff to revise the timekeeping policy and return with a transitional housing discussion. A motion to ban industrial hemp cultivation failed; instead, the Board directed staff to develop a pilot program for industrial hemp cultivation. The consent calendar included ratifying a local health emergency and a local emergency proclamation due to the Mosquito Fire, and awarding a contract for Caldor Fire road repairs.
- Approved final Grand Jury response with amendments (5-0)
- Failed to adopt resolution banning industrial hemp cultivation (2-3)
- Directed staff to develop industrial hemp pilot program (3-2)
- Ratified local health emergency for Mosquito Fire (consent calendar)
- Ratified local emergency proclamation for Mosquito Fire (consent calendar)
- Awarded Caldor Fire road repair contract to A. Teichert & Son (consent calendar)
- Approved $5,000 community funding for Marshall Grange Hall repairs (consent calendar)
- Approved $1M increase for cardlock fueling contract (consent calendar)
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The committee will review Q1 2022 waste and recycling tonnage reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse. Members will also receive an update on the status of reworking the El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance and a presentation on organics recycling operations.
- Q1 2022 waste/recycling tonnage reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Q1 2022 CalRecycle RDRS reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Update on the status of reworking the El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance
- Presentation on organics recycling operations by Full Circle Compost
The El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee received and filed the 1st Quarter 2022 waste and recycling tonnage reports from El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse, as well as their CalRecycle RDRS reports. The committee also discussed strategies to increase the MRF diversion rate and received an update on the reworking of the county's solid waste ordinance, including SB 1383 Ordinance No. 5164. A presentation on organics recycling operations was given by Full Circle Compost. The meeting minutes from July 11, 2022, were approved.
- Approved meeting minutes from July 11, 2022
- Received and filed the County's Staff Report
- Received and filed El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse 1st Quarter 2022 waste/recycling tonnage reports
- Received and filed El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse 1st Quarter 2022 CalRecycle RDRS reports
- Discussed strategies to increase MRF diversion rate
- Discussed update on reworking of El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance, including SB 1383 Ordinance No. 5164
- Received presentation from Full Circle Compost on organics recycling operations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold hearings for two commercial cannabis use permit requests. One project involves a retail storefront in the Meyers area and the other is in South Lake Tahoe. Staff recommends approval for both applications.
- Commercial Cannabis Use Permit for a retail storefront in Meyers (Embarc Meyers, LLC)
- Commercial Cannabis Use Permit for a retail storefront in South Lake Tahoe (Eldo Lake Investment, LLC)
- Approval of August 25, 2022, meeting minutes
- Authorization for continued virtual committee meetings due to COVID-19
The El Dorado County Planning Commission approved two commercial cannabis use permits for retail storefronts: one for Embarc Meyers in the Meyers area and one for Eldo Lake Investment in South Lake Tahoe. Both were found exempt under CEQA Section 15301 and approved unanimously (5-0). The Embarc permit included a revision to the proposed wall sign, replacing the words 'Cannabis Goods' with a green cross.
- Approved Commercial Cannabis Use Permit CCUP21-0001 for Embarc Meyers retail storefront (5-0), with sign revision to use green cross instead of 'Cannabis Goods'
- Approved Commercial Cannabis Use Permit CCUP19-0008 for Eldo Lake Investment retail storefront (5-0)
- Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 meeting (4-0, Harkin abstained)
- Approved teleconference finding under AB 361 for continued virtual meetings (5-0)
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Veterans Affairs Commission approved a consent calendar that included a finding under AB 361 to continue hybrid/virtual meetings due to COVID-19, and approved the August 11, 2022 minutes. Commissioner Pratt's mileage reimbursement was removed from the consent calendar at her request. The rest of the meeting consisted of reports and updates, with no other substantive decisions.
- Approved AB 361 finding to continue hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 (consent calendar)
- Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
- Removed Commissioner Pratt's mileage reimbursement from consent calendar at her request
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The EDC Commission for Youth and Families will review a draft recommendation intended for the Board of Supervisors using updated data. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new Commission member and the approval of previous meeting minutes. Due to public health recommendations, the meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.
- Review of draft EDC Com Y and F Statement for BOS
- Introduction of a new Commission Member
- Approval of August 11, 2022, meeting minutes
- Decision to continue holding meetings remotely via Zoom
The Commission voted unanimously to adopt a draft recommendation statement with updated data for presentation to the Board of Supervisors at their next available meeting. The minutes also record the approval of the agenda and consent calendar, including the minutes from the August 11, 2022 meeting and a continued finding to hold meetings remotely due to COVID-19. No public comments were made.
- Approved draft recommendation statement for Board of Supervisors (6-0)
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (6-0)
- Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 meeting (consent)
- Reaffirmed remote meeting due to COVID-19 (consent)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss budgeting for future grants and fishing derbies. Members will also review a proposed grant application form and draft fine charts for violations. Staff recommended moving the regular meeting location to Building A.
- Discussion of budgeting for future grant funding requests and fishing derbies
- Review of a proposed draft Grant Request Application form
- Discussion regarding draft Fine Charts for fish and wildlife violations
- Recommendation to move regular meetings to Conference Room A in Building A
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review several funding agreements, including a large contract for adult residential services and federal energy assistance funds. The agenda also includes various personnel reclassifications and appointments.
- $3.3 million agreement with A&A Health Services, LLC for Adult Residential Facility services
- $95,600 funding agreement for Arts and Culture El Dorado programs
- $127,678 in federal energy assistance (SLIHEAP) funding
- $55,036.34 disbursement to El Dorado Hills Community Services District
- Reappointment of Kristen Patterson to the Commission for Youth and Families
The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to adopt Resolution of Necessity 131-2022, authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire property from the Wanda Nagel 1991 Revocable Trust for the Newtown Road Bridge at South Fork Weber Creek Replacement Project. The Board also approved the Mental Health Services Act Annual Update for FY 2022-2023, adopted ordinances on organic waste disposal and electric vehicle charging stations, and approved a $95,600 funding agreement with Arts and Culture El Dorado.
- Adopted Resolution of Necessity 131-2022 for eminent domain to acquire property for the Newtown Road Bridge replacement project (4-1 vote).
- Approved the Mental Health Services Act Annual Update for FY 2022-2023 and authorized implementation of its projects (5-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 5164 adding Chapter 8.45 on organic waste disposal and diversion to comply with SB 1383.
- Adopted Ordinance 5165 adding Chapter 110.70 on electric vehicle charging station regulations.
- Approved $95,600 funding agreement with Arts and Culture El Dorado for cultural programming (Supervisor Turnboo voted no).
- Approved $448,800 for right-of-way acquisition for Diamond Springs Parkway Phase 1B.
- Adopted Resolution 130-2022 revising development impact mitigation fees for the Mosquito Fire Protection District.
- Approved $3,300,000 agreement with A&A Health Services for adult residential facility services.
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a permit for a 160-foot-tall monopine near the intersection of Carson Road and Larsen Drive. The project includes antennas, radio units, and a backup generator within a 1,250-square-foot area. The agenda also includes approving July meeting minutes and continuing virtual meeting protocols.
- Conditional Use Permit for Carson Road Monopine
- Approval of July 14, 2022, meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding to allow continued use of virtual meetings
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 160-foot-tall monopine (artificial pine tree) cell tower on Carson Road in the Camino area. The project includes antennas, equipment cabinets, a backup generator, and a fence within a 1,250-square-foot lease area. The commission also adopted a negative declaration under CEQA, finding no significant environmental impacts. The vote was 4-0, with one commissioner absent.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP21-0006 for 160-foot monopine cell tower on Carson Road (4-0)
- Adopted Negative Declaration under CEQA for the monopine project (4-0)
- Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 meeting on consent calendar (4-0)
- Approved teleconference finding under AB 361 for continued virtual meetings due to COVID-19 (4-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several recommendations, including the adoption of 2022/23 tax rates for local schools and community colleges. The agenda also includes a proposed 2% base salary increase for most county classifications and contract amendments for health services.
- Adoption of 2022/23 tax rates for county-wide general tax and local school districts
- Proposed 2% base salary increase for most County classifications
- Contract amendment with Granite Wellness Centers increasing compensation by $822,019
- Lease extension for 542 Main Street, Placerville through August 31, 2027
- Finding that a Local Health Emergency continues due to the Caldor Fire
The Board of Supervisors approved a 2% salary increase for all county classifications except the Board itself, effective the first full pay period after adoption. A proposed $3.66 million homeless navigation center contract and related budget transfer both failed on 4/5 votes. The Board also adopted an urgency ordinance waiving 100% of permit fees for Caldor Fire victims and authorized emergency road repair contracting.
- Approved 2% salary increase for all county classifications except Board of Supervisors (5-0)
- Failed to approve $3.66M contract with G&G Builders for homeless navigation center (3-2, needed 4/5)
- Failed to approve $4.16M budget transfer for homeless navigation center at Perks Court (3-2, needed 4/5)
- Adopted Urgency Ordinance 5163 waiving 100% of permit fees for Caldor Fire victims (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 126-2022 authorizing emergency Caldor Fire road repair contracting (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 5165 on electric vehicle charging station regulations, continued to Aug 30
- Introduced Ordinance 5164 on organic waste diversion (SB 1383 compliance), continued to Aug 30
- Voted 3-2 to discontinue negotiations on 471 Pierroz Road property
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The committee will consider a permit revision to rebrand a Mobil fueling station and convenience store to KWIK SERV. The project includes updating signage, lighting, and repainting various site elements. The committee will also address the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Permit revision to rebrand Mobil fueling station to KWIK SERV (APN 083-340-007)
- Approval of July 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Recommendation for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved a design review permit revision to rebrand the Mobil fueling station and convenience store as KWIK SERV, including signage, lighting, and repainting. The committee also approved the consent calendar, which included a COVID-19 finding for continued virtual meetings and the July 25, 2022 minutes, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved design review permit revision for KWIK SERV rebranding (4-0)
- Approved COVID-19 finding for continued virtual/hybrid meetings (4-0)
- Approved July 25, 2022 minutes (3-0, McKinney abstained)
Diamond Springs and El Dorado Community Advisory Committee
The committee will receive a presentation regarding the Diamond Springs Parkway project phase 2. Members will also discuss the purpose, mission, and goals of the committee. Additionally, the committee will consider continuing virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 health recommendations.
- Presentation on Diamond Springs Parkway phase 2 status and timeline
- Discussion regarding the committee's purpose, mission, and goals
- Approval for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
- Notice that the Dorado Oaks Final EIR review is not yet available
The committee approved a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19, and continued approval of July minutes to the next meeting. They received a presentation on the Diamond Springs Parkway phase 2 timeline and discussed the committee's purpose and goals. No public comment was made.
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding (7-0)
- Continued approval of July 21, 2022 minutes to next meeting
- Received presentation on Diamond Springs Parkway phase 2 timeline
- Discussed committee purpose, mission, and goals per Resolution 015-2015
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review updates on the Parks and Trails Master Plan. It will also consider approving conceptual designs for Forebay Park and recommending Design B for Diamond Springs Community Park.
- Approval of conceptual design for Forebay Park
- Recommendation for Diamond Springs Community Park Design B approval
- Authorization of the CEQA environmental review process for both park projects
- Update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan
- Approval of July 27, 2022 meeting minutes
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the conceptual design for Forebay Park with a possible perimeter trail and recommended the Board of Supervisors approve it and authorize the CEQA process. The commission also recommended the Board approve design B for Diamond Springs Community Park, with attention to oak tree retention and an updated economic evaluation. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0).
- Approved Forebay Park conceptual design with possible perimeter trail (5-0)
- Recommended Board of Supervisors approve Forebay Park design and authorize CEQA process (5-0)
- Recommended Board of Supervisors approve Diamond Springs Community Park design B (5-0)
- Recommended Board authorize CEQA process for Diamond Springs Community Park (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several service contracts and budget transfers. Proposed actions include upgrades to jail security systems and purchasing guardrail materials for road maintenance.
- $253,460 contract for a new detention controls system at South Lake Tahoe Jail
- $288,571 purchase contract for guardrail materials from Midstate Barrier Inc.
- $72,000 increase to Atlas Tech Service for county electrician services
- Negotiations with Barton Health Care regarding Emerald Bay Road properties
- Budget transfer for FirstWatch Solutions, Inc. data analysis in the Maddy EMS Fund
The Board of Supervisors approved a consent calendar including a $3.3 million skilled nursing and rehabilitation services contract with Siena Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and a $2.67 million Family Urgent Response System agreement with Sierra Child and Family Services. The Board also appointed Evelyn Schaeffer as Director of Health and Human Services Agency effective September 24, 2022, and adopted resolutions for the Bass Lake Hills Specific Plan fee program and a Williamson Act agricultural preserve. Item 12 regarding Child Abuse Prevention Council appointments was continued to August 23, 2022.
- Approved $3.3M skilled nursing contract with Siena Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (4-0)
- Approved $2.67M Family Urgent Response System agreement with Sierra Child and Family Services (4-0)
- Appointed Evelyn Schaeffer as HHSA Director, effective Sept 24, 2022 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 118-2022 for Bass Lake Hills Specific Plan fee program (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 120-2022 establishing Williamson Act Agricultural Preserve (4-0)
- Approved $520,000 purchase of Rook Armored Critical Incident Vehicle (4-0)
- Awarded $288,571 guardrail materials contract to Midstate Barrier Inc. (4-0)
- Continued item 12 (Child Abuse Prevention Council appointments) to Aug 23, 2022 (4-0)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The commission will consider a recommendation to continue holding virtual or hybrid meetings due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. The agenda also includes reports from the Chief Probation Officer and various ad hoc committees. Members will review committee goals, meeting times, and scribes.
- Recommendation for continued virtual or hybrid meetings (22-15011)
- Review of Ad Hoc Committee goals and schedules (22-15022)
- Reports from the Chief Probation Officer and Juvenile Treatment Center Superintendent
- Discussion on future juvenile detention in El Dorado County
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for Thursday, August 11, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 25, 2022.
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Commission will consider endorsing a proposed Veterans Monument Policy to the Board of Supervisors. Members will also review TOT Committee recommendations for mini-grants through the El Dorado Community Foundation. Various committee and communication reports are scheduled to be received and filed.
- Proposed Veterans Monument Policy endorsement and ad-hoc subcommittee creation
- TOT Committee recommended mini-grants via El Dorado Community Foundation
- Approval of July 2022 mileage reimbursements
- Approval of July 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to public health recommendations
The Veterans Affairs Commission approved $27,000 in TOT mini-grants for the 2022 grant cycle, including a $5,000 award to the Wooden Boats For Veterans Foundation contingent on proof of serving El Dorado County veterans. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included AB 361 authorization for continued virtual meetings, July 14 meeting minutes, and July mileage reimbursements. A motion to form an ad-hoc subcommittee for the proposed Veterans Monument Policy was approved.
- Approved $27,000 in TOT mini-grants (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved $5,000 to Wooden Boats For Veterans Foundation with restriction
- Approved consent calendar including AB 361 virtual meeting authorization
- Approved July 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved July 2022 mileage reimbursements
- Approved ad-hoc subcommittee for Veterans Monument Policy (4-0, 2 absent)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will review a draft statement intended for the Board of Supervisors. Members will also discuss changes in commission membership and next steps for the body. The Commission will continue to hold meetings remotely via Zoom following public health recommendations.
- Review of draft statement for the Board of Supervisors
- Discussion regarding changes in Commission membership and next steps
- Approval of July 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Decision to continue holding meetings remotely via Zoom
Agricultural Commission
The Agricultural Commission will review an application for agricultural setback relief to construct a new single-family residence. The meeting also includes a recommendation to appoint Charles Mansfield to the Fruit and Nut Farming position and a request to continue virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Administrative relief for a new single-family residence (APN 321-140-002-000)
- Recommendation to appoint Charles Mansfield to the Fruit and Nut Farming position
- Approval of continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
- Review of July 13, 2022, meeting minutes
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will hold its initial meeting to establish leadership and a review process. Members will discuss topics provided by the Board of Supervisors and determine a future meeting schedule. The committee also seeks to continue holding virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 health recommendations.
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Establishment of a meeting schedule
- Review of Charter topics provided by the Board of Supervisors
- Approval of finding for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
The El Dorado County Charter Review Committee held its first meeting, elected Bill Carey as Chair and Jim Mitrisin as Vice Chair, and approved a consent calendar item allowing continued virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. The committee reviewed six topics from the Board of Supervisors and directed staff to prepare information on staggered terms for elected department heads and aligning the charter with county ordinance regarding the Civil Service Commission for the next meeting. Other topics, including a third term for Board members and increasing Board membership from five to seven, were deferred to future meetings.
- Elected Bill Carey as Chair (5-0)
- Elected Jim Mitrisin as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar allowing virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 (5-0)
- Directed staff to research staggered terms for elected department heads for next meeting
- Directed staff to compile differences between County Ordinance and Charter on Civil Service Commission for next meeting
- Deferred review of third term for Board members to future meeting
- Deferred review of increasing Board membership from 5 to 7 to future meeting
- Deferred review of term limits for elected department heads to future meeting
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for July 28, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2022.
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing a recommendation to contract G&G Builders, Inc. for the development of a Navigation Center and emergency shelter. The proposal includes waiving competitive bidding due to the emergency shelter crisis. Additionally, the Board will consider budget transfers and funding allocations for the project at Perks Court.
- Contract with G&G Builders, Inc. not to exceed $3,659,010.71
- Budget transfer of $4,159,011 to the Accumulative Capital Outlay Fund for the Perks Court project
- Use of up to $500,000 in ARPA funding for potential road improvements at Perks Court
- Request for City of Placerville to contribute approximately $287,500 in ARPA funding
The Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 (with Supervisor Thomas recused) to continue two related items to the August 23, 2022 regular meeting: a proposed $3,659,010.71 contract with G&G Builders, Inc. for a congregate Navigation Center with emergency shelter, and a $4,159,011 budget transfer for the Homeless Navigation Center at Perks Court. The continuations were made pending a decision from the Fair Political Practices Commission regarding Supervisor Thomas's recusal. No substantive decisions were made on these items.
- Continued G&G Builders contract for Navigation Center to Aug. 23, 2022 (4-0, Thomas recused)
- Continued $4,159,011 budget transfer for Perks Court Navigation Center to Aug. 23, 2022 (4-0, Thomas recused)
- Adopted the agenda (4-1, Turnboo no)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Commission will consider funding for two separate fish purchases at Barron Lake totaling $5,000. The meeting also includes discussions regarding County funds used for co-sponsored events and the impact of active projects on wildlife.
- $5,000 total funding for Barron Lake fish purchasing ($2,500 now and $2,500 in September 2022)
- Approval of finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
- Discussion on use of County funds when co-sponsors charge for event access
- Discussion regarding County Active Projects and Wildlife
The Commission approved funding of $2,500 toward the estimated $6,500 stocking fee for the September Moose Lodge kids derby at Barron Lake, with a unanimous vote of 6-0. The item was continued from the June 29 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports from California Department of Fish and Wildlife staff, a finance report, and discussions on county co-sponsored events and active projects, with no action taken on those discussion items.
- Approved $2,500 toward Barron Lake fish stocking for September Moose Lodge kids derby (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including COVID-19 virtual meeting finding and June 29, 2022 minutes
- Received Finance Report 7/15/2022
- Discussed use of County funds for co-sponsored events; no action taken
- Discussed County Active Projects and Wildlife; no action taken
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the layout for Forebay Park and consider recommending it move into the environmental phase. Staff will also provide an update on the status of the Parks and Trails Master Plan. The agenda includes approving April 2022 meeting minutes and authorizing continued virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Review of Forebay Park layout and recommendation for environmental phase (Prop 68 & County CIP)
- Status update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan
- Approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid commission meetings
The Commission approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes and a COVID-19 virtual meeting finding. On the Forebay Park item, the Commission voted to create an ad hoc committee of two members (Harper and Lowery, with Cumpston as alternate) to review the schematic design and public input, and bring back a recommended design for initiating the CEQA process. No action was taken on the Parks and Trails Master Plan update, which was received as information only.
- Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding per AB 361 (3-0)
- Created ad hoc committee for Forebay Park schematic design review (3-0)
- Received Parks and Trails Master Plan update; no action taken
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several items including a local health emergency declaration related to the Caldor Fire and new payment plan options for ambulance bills. The meeting also includes discussions on budget transfers and various county personnel classifications.
- $5,445,000 agreement with El Dorado County Water Agency for ten water projects
- Declaration of a continuing Local Health Emergency due to the Caldor Fire
- Policy revision allowing payment plans for ambulance transport bills
- Construction bid authorization for Shakori Garage Replacement
- $5,220 purchase contract with Kahoot! ASA
The Board of Supervisors approved a consent calendar including a $5,445,000 ARPA subrecipient agreement with the El Dorado County Water Agency for ten water infrastructure projects. The Board also approved several road construction contracts, including a $12M on-call road surface treatment agreement, and adopted resolutions for emergency Caldor Fire road repairs. A proposed Navigation Center contract was continued to a special meeting on July 28, 2022.
- Approved $5,445,000 ARPA agreement with El Dorado County Water Agency for water infrastructure projects (5-0)
- Approved $12,000,000 on-call road surface treatment agreements with three contractors (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 116-2022 declaring emergency for Caldor Fire road repairs in Grizzly Flats (5-0)
- Approved $6,950,886.23 amendment for Mosquito Road Bridge design support services (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 114-2022 to initiate Zoning Ordinance Update for Ranch Marketing and Wineries (5-0)
- Continued Navigation Center contract with G&G Builders to special meeting July 28 (4-1)
- Approved $3,659,010.71 Navigation Center contract with G&G Builders (continued, not final)
- Adopted Resolution 115-2022 suspending Real Estate Fraud recording fee for 3 years (5-0)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The committee will consider a design review permit request for Tumble Time II. The proposal includes a 15,000-square foot commercial building featuring a gym floor and dance studio. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the July 18, 2022, meeting.
- DR22-0002: Proposed 15,000-square foot commercial building for Tumble Time II
- Approval of July 18, 2022, meeting minutes
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved the consent calendar, including the July 18, 2022 minutes, and reviewed the Tumble Time II design review permit application (DR22-0002) for a proposed 15,000-square-foot commercial building on Greenwood Lane. No public comment was received on the agenda item, and the chair will submit the committee's comment sheet to the Planning Department. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar including July 18, 2022 minutes (3-0)
- Reviewed Tumble Time II design review permit (DR22-0002) for 15,000 sq ft commercial building; no action taken, comment sheet to be submitted
Diamond Springs and El Dorado Community Advisory Committee
The Committee will receive an update on the Dorado Oaks Project from Planning & Building staff and project developers. The agenda also includes approving February 17, 2022, meeting minutes and finding that virtual or hybrid meetings may continue due to COVID-19 recommendations.
- Update on the Dorado Oaks Project
- Approval of February 17, 2022, meeting minutes
- Finding for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
- Welcome for new member Jessica Orr
The Diamond Springs and El Dorado Community Advisory Committee approved the February 17, 2022 minutes and a finding allowing continued virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. The committee also welcomed new member Jessica Orr and received an update on the Dorado Oaks Project, including remarks from Supervisor Thomas and developer representative Craig Sandberg. No substantive decisions were made on the project.
- Approved minutes from February 17, 2022 meeting (7-0)
- Approved finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (7-0)
Behavioral Health Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the FY 2022/23 Annual Update to the Mental Health Services Act program and expenditure plan. The body will also discuss recommendations for this update to be presented to the Board of Supervisors.
- Public hearing for MHSA FY 2022/23 Annual Update
- Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of hybrid meeting format for September 21, 2022
The Behavioral Health Commission approved the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) FY 2022/23 Annual Update to the Three Year Program and Expenditure Plan, recommending it to the Board of Supervisors. The consent calendar was also approved, including meeting minutes and a hybrid meeting authorization. Discussion raised concerns about fund balances, program funding, and the public comment process.
- Approved MHSA FY 2022/23 Annual Update (7-0)
- Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
- Approved hybrid meeting for September 21, 2022 (consent calendar)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing ballot measures to increase hotel/motel taxes in the West Slope and Tahoe Area for the November 2022 election. The agenda also includes funding for fire protection services and ammunition purchases for county departments.
- Proposed 2% tax increase for West Slope and 4% tax increase for Tahoe Area hotel/motel taxes
- $600,000 for a ladder truck at Station 28 in Shingle Springs and $600,000 for Fire Station no.17 expansion
- $35,000 COVID-19 Economic Impact Grant to Oak Ridge High School Community Foundation
- $225,000 award for ammunition for Sheriff, Probation, District Attorney, and Animal Services departments
- Request for proposals for food truck vending on County property
The Board approved placing two ballot measures on the November 2022 election to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel/motel tax) by 2% in the unincorporated West Slope and 4% in the unincorporated Tahoe Area, each requiring a 2/3 supermajority voter approval. The Board also approved a $2.055 million right-of-way acquisition for the Diamond Springs Parkway Phase 1B project and conceptually approved creating a new Department of Community Services. All votes were unanimous 5-0.
- Adopted Resolution 112-2022 placing 2% TOT increase on November ballot (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 113-2022 placing 4% TOT increase on November ballot (5-0)
- Approved $2.055M right-of-way acquisition for Diamond Springs Parkway Phase 1B (consent)
- Conceptually approved creation of Department of Community Services (5-0)
- Approved $35,000 COVID-19 grant to Oak Ridge High School Community Foundation (consent)
- Approved $600,000 for ladder truck at Station 28 and $600,000 for Fire Station 17 expansion (consent)
- Approved $225,000 ammunition purchase for Sheriff, Probation, DA, Animal Services (consent)
- Approved $8.77M insurance coverage for FY 2022-23 (consent)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission will discuss continuing virtual or hybrid meeting formats. The commission will also consider a funding request for flight instruction and review committee assignments.
- Approval of findings to allow continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings
- Discussion and vote on the At-Risk/Justice Involved Youth Technology Grant application
- Vote on a funding request not to exceed $500 for youth flight instruction
- Review of Ad Hoc Committee and Commissioner assignments
The Delinquency Prevention Commission approved a $500 funding request for youth N.E., who is receiving AB12 services, to pursue flight instruction. The commission also approved the agenda and the draft minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting. No public comment was received, and the meeting was held virtually via Zoom.
- Approved $500 funding for flight instruction for youth N.E. (AB12 services)
- Approved the agenda
- Approved draft minutes from April 19, 2022 meeting
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Committee will review an SB35 pre-application for the Country Club Apartments project. This proposed development would consist of 192 fully affordable units on 15.82 acres. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and continuing virtual meeting procedures.
- SB35 Pre-Application request for Country Club Apartments
- Approval of June 27, 2022, meeting minutes
- Finding to continue virtual or hybrid committee meetings
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved the consent calendar, including the June 27, 2022 minutes and a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. The committee reviewed an SB35 pre-application for a 192-unit affordable housing development at Country Club Apartments, with no public comment, and the chair will submit a comment sheet to the Planning Department. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding under AB 361 (3-0)
- Reviewed SB35 pre-application for 192-unit affordable housing; chair to submit comment sheet
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a hearing regarding a request to divide a 10-acre property into five residential and two landscape lots. The application includes requests for a rezone and a planned development permit within the Bass Lake Hills Specific Plan. Additionally, the Commission will consider a finding to allow continued virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Rezone from RE-10 to R1A-PD (Z05-0018)
- Planned Development Permit (PD05-0015)
- Tentative Subdivision Map (TM05-1402) for 7 lots
- Teleconference finding for virtual committee meetings
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the Board of Supervisors approve the Cheplick Tentative Subdivision Map, Planned Development Permit, and Rezone for a 10-acre site in the Bass Lake Hills Specific Plan. The project would divide the property into 7 lots (5 residential, 2 landscape) and rezone from RE-10 to R1A-PD. The Commission also approved a design waiver for common driveways and reciprocal access easement, with modifications to conditions of approval.
- Approved recommendation to rezone parcel from RE-10 to R1A-PD (5-0)
- Approved Planned Development Permit PD05-0015 (5-0)
- Approved Tentative Subdivision Map TM05-1402 (5-0)
- Approved design waiver for common driveways and reciprocal access easement (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including June 23, 2022 minutes (4-0, Clerici abstained)
- Approved COVID-19 teleconference finding under AB 361 (5-0)
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Commission will review recommendations for Annual Grants using Transient Occupancy Tax funds for Fiscal Year 22/23. The agenda also includes a proposed Veterans Monument Policy and various committee reports.
- Review of FY 22/23 TOT Annual Grant funding recommendations
- Proposed Veterans Monument Policy
- Approval of June 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Commission mileage reimbursement approvals for April–June 2022
- Report on El Dorado County Veterans Monument Honor Wall additions
The commission approved the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Annual Grants for Fiscal Year 22/23, with a 4-0 vote (Chair Poimiroo abstained, two members absent). The consent calendar, including approval of prior meeting minutes and mileage reimbursements, was also adopted. A proposed Veterans Monument Policy was presented and discussed but no action was taken.
- Approved TOT Annual Grants for FY 22/23 (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved consent calendar including AB 361 virtual meeting authorization (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 9, 2022 meeting (consent)
- Approved mileage reimbursements for April-June 2022 (consent)
- Approved Commissioner Cockrell mileage reimbursement July 2021-June 2022 (consent)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will review and approve a draft recommendation intended for the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes presentations regarding Unite Us implementation and substance use impacts on infants and mothers.
- Review of draft recommendation to the Board of Supervisors
- Update on Unite Us county-wide implementation
- Presentation on substance use impacted infants and mothers
- Approval of May 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Continuation of hybrid meeting format
Agricultural Commission
The Agricultural Commission will receive an update from the Hemp Working Committee regarding industrial hemp concerns. George Osborne of the El Dorado Irrigation District will also provide a report on drought conditions. The agenda includes a notice for a vacancy in the Fruit and Nut Farming Industry seat.
- Hemp Working Committee update on industrial hemp concerns
- Drought condition report from George Osborne of El Dorado Irrigation District
- Notice of vacancy for the Fruit and Nut Farming Industry seat
- Approval to continue virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
The Agricultural Commission voted 5-1 to forward a concept for a two-year industrial hemp pilot program to the Board of Supervisors for consideration. The program would allow five producers to grow hemp during the 2023 and 2024 growing seasons. The commission also approved the agenda, consent calendar, and minutes from the June 8 meeting, and received a report on drought conditions from an El Dorado Irrigation District board member.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar for 07/13/2022 and minutes of 06/08/2022 (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar item 22-0140, received and filed COVID-19 virtual meeting findings (6-0)
- Approved sending Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Concept to Board of Supervisors for two-year test ordinance (5-1, Bacchi no)
- Received and filed drought conditions report from EID Board Member George Osborne
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Committee will review a pre-application for the 192-unit Country Club Apartments project. They will also consider a permit request for a 15,000-square foot commercial building on Greenwood Lane.
- Pre-application for Country Club Apartments, a 192-unit affordable housing development
- Design Review Permit request for Tumble Time II, a 15,000-square foot commercial building
- Approval of continued virtual or hybrid meeting formats due to COVID-19 recommendations
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The committee will consider receiving and filing Q4 2021 waste and recycling reports from local providers. Staff will also provide updates on the El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance rework and state organic recycling compliance.
- Q4 2021 waste/recycling tonnage reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse
- Reworking of the El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance
- Compliance update for AB 1826 Mandatory Organics Recycling
- Summary of officially waived areas for SB 1383
The committee approved the agenda and consent calendar, including meeting minutes and staff reports. They received and filed quarterly tonnage, CalRecycle, and PARIS reports, plus the 2022 El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan. Updates were provided on SB 1383 waivers, solid waste ordinance rework, AB 1826 compliance, and the five-year review board presentation. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved March 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Received and filed County Staff Report
- Received and filed Q4 2021 tonnage reports
- Received and filed Q4 2021 CalRecycle RDRS reports
- Received and filed Q4 2021 PARIS reports
- Received and filed 2022 El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan
Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee
The Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee is discussing updates for future meetings to be held at Gold Trail Grange. The agenda also includes an update on the El Dorado County Parks and Trails Master Plan Survey. Members will provide reports on Cronan Ranch, air quality, and fire signs.
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
- Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Update on future committee meetings at Gold Trail Grange
- Update on the El Dorado County Parks and Trails Master Plan Survey
The Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee approved the consent calendar, which included a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 and approval of the May 5, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; discussion items were informational only, and no action was taken on the Parks and Trails Master Plan Survey.
- Approved continued virtual/hybrid meeting authorization under AB 361 (consent calendar)
- Approved minutes from May 5, 2022 regular meeting (consent calendar)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Commission is considering a recommendation to fund Barron Lake fish purchases with $5,000. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the use of County funds when co-sponsors charge fees for event access.
- $5,000 funding recommendation for Barron Lake fish purchasing
- Discussion on County funds and co-sponsored event access fees
- Approval of May 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings
The Fish and Wildlife Commission voted 5-0 to table a $5,000 fish purchasing proposal for Barron Lake to the July 27, 2022 meeting. A discussion item about county funds for co-sponsored events was also tabled for further discussion. The consent calendar was approved, including a finding to continue virtual meetings and approval of May 25 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Tabled $5,000 Barron Lake fish purchase to July 27, 2022 (5-0)
- Tabled discussion on county funds for co-sponsored events (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including COVID-19 virtual meeting finding and May 25 minutes (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several service contracts and administrative items. Proposed actions include agreements for security monitoring, pest control, and janitorial services. The Board will also consider findings regarding the ongoing local health emergency from the Caldor Fire.
- $700,000 contract with Pride Industries One, Inc. for janitorial services in South Lake Tahoe
- $510,000 agreement with Superior Court of California for dispute resolution services
- $350,000 security system monitoring contract with Sonitrol of Sacramento LLC
- $225,000 purchase of signal controller cabinets from Western Pacific Signal, LLC
- Finding that a Local Health Emergency continues due to the Caldor Fire
The Board approved allocating $2,156,128.41 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for a Small Business COVID-19 Economic Impact Grant program. It also approved placing two Transient Occupancy Tax increase measures on the November 2022 ballot with added oversight language and a January 1, 2023 effective date. Numerous consent calendar items were approved, including contracts for janitorial, security, and health services.
- Approved $2,156,128.41 ARPA allocation for Small Business COVID-19 Economic Impact Grant program (5-0)
- Approved placing TOT increase measures on Nov 2022 ballot (10% to 12% West Slope, 10% to 14% Tahoe) with oversight language and Jan 1, 2023 effective date (5-0)
- Approved $700,000 janitorial services contract with Pride Industries One, Inc. (Consent)
- Approved $350,000 security system monitoring contract with Sonitrol of Sacramento LLC (Consent)
- Approved $1,347,963 Navigation Center operations contract with Volunteers of America (Consent)
- Approved $608,300 Probation counseling contract with Tahoe Youth and Family Services (Consent)
- Adopted Resolution 098-2022 setting election for Highlands Village lighting tax increase (Consent)
- Adopted Resolution 097-2022 setting election for Lynx Trail Road improvement tax increase (Consent)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee is meeting to review design-related items, including sign plans for a Quick Quack Car Wash, a Design Review Permit for a Dutch Bros Coffee House with drive-thru, and a rezone/planned development for 10 townhomes. The agenda also includes consent items to approve prior meeting minutes and a finding to continue hybrid meetings due to COVID-19, plus an update on future meeting locations and equipment.
- Quick Quack Car Wash sign plans review (CUP22-0001)
- Dutch Bros Coffee House and Drive-Thru design review, 950 sq ft on 0.87 acre at Cameron Park Drive (DR22-0001)
- Greenwood Estates: rezone, planned development, tentative map for 10 multifamily townhomes on Greenwood Lane (Z21-0012, PD21-0003, TM21-0001)
- Approval of minutes from Nov 22, 2021 and May 23, 2022 meetings
- Finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved consent items including COVID-19 virtual meeting findings and prior minutes. It approved a sign program for Quick Quack Car Wash limited to two wall signs, and approved Dutch Bros Coffee House signs except the monument sign, with a suggestion for logo entry/exit signs. The committee also reviewed Greenwood Estates and received updates on future meeting locations.
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding (3-0)
- Approved minutes from Nov 22, 2021 and May 23, 2022 (3-0)
- Approved Quick Quack Car Wash sign program limited to two wall signs (3-0)
- Approved Dutch Bros Coffee House sign program except monument sign (3-0)
Meyers Advisory Council
The Meyers Advisory Council voted 3-2 against recommending that the Planning Commission find a proposed commercial cannabis retail storefront in Meyers consistent with the Meyers Area Plan. Members who voted no cited inconsistency with the plan's Vision Statement. The motion to recommend consistency failed, and no further action was taken on the item.
- Adopted agenda and approved consent calendar (5-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Approved continued virtual/hybrid meeting finding under AB 361 (5-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Approved June 14, 2022 minutes (5-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Motion to recommend cannabis use permit consistency with Meyers Area Plan failed (2-3, 1 recused, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The El Dorado County Planning Commission will review a request to extend the expiration date for the 243.6-acre Silver Springs Subdivision in El Dorado Hills. The commission will also consider transferring a river use permit and approving previous meeting minutes.
- Time extension for Silver Springs Subdivision in El Dorado Hills
- Transfer of River Use Permit #20 to Tramwall, LLC dba Coloma Lotus Whitewater
- Approval of June 9, 2022, meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding for continued virtual meetings
The El Dorado County Planning Commission approved a two-year time extension for the Silver Springs Subdivision tentative map, moving the expiration date to March 2, 2024. The commission also approved the transfer of River Use Permit #20 from Rise UP River Trips, LLC to Tramwall, LLC dba Coloma Lotus Whitewater. Both items passed with a 4-0 vote, with Commissioner Clerici absent.
- Approved transfer of River Use Permit #20 to Tramwall, LLC dba Coloma Lotus Whitewater (4-0)
- Approved two-year time extension for Silver Springs Subdivision tentative map TM-E22-0001, new expiration March 2, 2024 (4-0)
- Determined no subsequent EIR or addendum needed for Silver Springs Subdivision under CEQA (4-0)
Board of Supervisors
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will review several items including potential tax rate changes and service contracts. The agenda includes discussions on personnel allocations for highway maintenance and updates to meeting formats for county commissions.
- Reconsideration of November 2022 ballot measures to increase Transient Occupancy Tax rates
- Amendment to financial auditing contract with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, increasing compensation by $152,350
- Amendment to legal services agreement with Abbott & Kindermann, Inc., increasing compensation by $255,000
- Approval of personnel allocations for two Highway Maintenance Worker positions
- Contract with Summitview Child and Family Services, Inc. for mental health support up to $150,000
The Board approved a 4.07% Consumer Price Index increase to residential and commercial solid waste collection rates for El Dorado Disposal Service (Franchise Areas A, B, C), effective July 1, 2022, and adopted Resolution 091-2022. A separate motion to also approve the Material Recovery Facility rate increase (Resolution 090-2022) failed for lack of a second, but a subsequent motion approved it 3-2. The Board also approved a 4.72% rate increase for Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal and adopted Resolution 092-2022.
- Approved 4.07% solid waste collection rate increase for El Dorado Disposal Service, Areas A, B, C (5-0)
- Approved 4.07% Material Recovery Facility rate increase for El Dorado Disposal Service (3-2)
- Approved 4.72% solid waste collection rate increase for Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal (5-0)
- Approved $31,692,788 increase to ambulance services agreement with El Dorado County Emergency Services Authority (5-0)
- Approved $675,000 for License Plate Reader systems purchase (5-0)
- Approved directing Title III funds to El Dorado County Fire Safe Council for fire prevention (5-0)
- Approved directing County boards to hold hybrid meetings with recordings posted online (5-0)
- Approved $152,350 increase to financial auditing services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen (5-0)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission will discuss several administrative and policy matters. This includes a vote on a technology grant for at-risk youth and a decision regarding moving from virtual to hybrid meetings. The commission will also review bylaws related to commissioner attendance.
- Vote on At-Risk/Justice Involved Youth Technology Grant application
- Reimbursement request up to $400 for food at South Tahoe and Mt. Tallac High Schools event
- Decision on transitioning from all-virtual to hybrid meeting formats
- Review and amendment of bylaws, including attendance policy enforcement
The Delinquency Prevention Commission unanimously approved continued virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361, approved a bylaw change regarding commissioner attendance, and approved a $400 reimbursement for food at a high school event. Several items were continued to the July meeting, including the technology grant application and a draft minutes approval.
- Approved continued virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)
- Approved bylaw change regarding commissioner attendance (unanimous)
- Approved $400 reimbursement to Amy Jackson for high school event food (unanimous)
- Continued draft minutes approval to July meeting
- Continued technology grant application discussion to July meeting
- Continued hybrid meeting discussion to July meeting
- Continued fund accounts grant process discussion to July meeting
Behavioral Health Commission
The commission will review a presentation regarding MHSA Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) programs. Members will also discuss the Behavioral Health Director's Report containing May 2022 data. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and continuing hybrid meeting formats for future sessions.
- Presentation of MHSA Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) programs
- Review of Behavioral Health Director's Report with May 2022 data
- Approval of May 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of hybrid meeting format for the July 20, 2022, meeting
The Behavioral Health Commission approved the May 18, 2022 minutes (with amendments to reflect a 5-year suicide reduction goal) and approved a hybrid meeting for July 20, 2022 due to COVID-19. The commission received a presentation on MHSA Prevention and Early Intervention programs and discussed the Director's Report, including staffing shortages and jail medication concerns. No major policy decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approvals.
- Approved May 18, 2022 minutes with amendments (6-0, 3 absent)
- Approved hybrid meeting for July 20, 2022 (6-0, 3 absent)
- Amended minutes to reflect 5-year suicide reduction goal instead of 10 years
- Agendized jail medication and site-visit discussion for future meeting
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and service contracts. Items include funding for the County Fair Association and janitorial services for county buildings. The Board will also consider findings regarding a local health emergency related to the Caldor Fire.
- $1,190,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement with El Dorado County Fair Association
- $1,400,000 contract for janitorial services at specified County buildings
- $307,152 contract for janitorial services at the Public Safety Facility
- $108,000 agreement for professional services related to the Electronic Patient Care Report system
- Finding that a Local Health Emergency continues due to the Caldor Fire
The Board of Supervisors approved the 2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) via Resolution 086-2022, which includes various road, airport, and pedestrian projects. The Board also appointed members to the Charter Review Committee and provided seven topics for review, including examining increasing the board from five to seven members. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Adopted 2022 Capital Improvement Program, Resolution 086-2022 (5-0)
- Appointed Charter Review Committee members and set review topics (5-0)
- Approved $1.19M ARPA grant agreement with El Dorado County Fair Association (consent)
- Approved $1.4M janitorial contract with Spencer Building Maintenance (consent)
- Awarded $333,913.75 construction contract for Missouri Flat Road trail to AM Development Inc. (consent)
- Approved $1.19M ARPA grant agreement with El Dorado County Fair Association (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 085-2022 approving Managers' Association MOU (consent)
- Approved $281,000 budget transfer for wheel loader purchase (consent)
Meyers Advisory Council
The Council will review a Commercial Cannabis Use Permit for a retail storefront in Meyers to provide a recommendation to the Planning Commission. The agenda also includes approving October 2021 meeting minutes and findings regarding continued virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Review of a Commercial Cannabis Use Permit for a retail storefront in Meyers (22-1066)
- Approval of October 19, 2021, meeting minutes (22-1063)
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations
The council approved the agenda and consent calendar, including a COVID-19 virtual meeting finding and the October 19, 2021 minutes. The only substantive item, a commercial cannabis use permit for Embarc Meyers, was continued to June 27, 2022, with a 3-1 vote.
- Adopted agenda with no changes (5-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding on consent (4-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Approved October 19, 2021 minutes on consent (4-0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Continued cannabis use permit review to June 27, 2022 (3-1, 1 recused, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a hearing regarding the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan project. This includes requests for rezoning, a development agreement, and a subdivision map for 336 acres in the El Dorado Hills Community Region. Staff recommends reviewing the staff report and recommending certification of the Revised Final Environmental Impact Report.
- Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan: Rezoning and development agreement for 336 acres
- Approval of May 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding to allow continued virtual meetings due to COVID-19
The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors not certify the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan Revised Final Environmental Impact Report, and voted 5-0 to recommend denial of the project due to inconsistency with the General Plan. The consent calendar was approved, including meeting minutes and a teleconference finding for virtual meetings.
- Recommended denial of Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan project (5-0)
- Recommended not certifying the project's Revised Final EIR (4-1)
- Approved consent calendar including May 26, 2022 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved teleconference finding for virtual meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
Veterans Affairs Commission
The meeting consists primarily of receiving and filing various committee and communications reports. The commission will also consider approving May 12, 2022, meeting minutes and authorizing expenditure for commission letterhead. A finding regarding the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings is also on the agenda.
- Authorization of expenditure for Veteran Affairs Commission Letterhead
- Approval of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting
- Finding for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
The commission adopted the agenda and consent calendar, including approval of May 12, 2022 minutes, authorization for letterhead expenditure, and a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. All items were approved 4-0. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were received and filed.
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (4-0)
- Approved May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (consent)
- Authorized expenditure for commission letterhead (consent)
- Approved finding to continue hybrid meetings under AB 361 (consent)
Agricultural Commission
The commission will review applications for administrative relief from agricultural setbacks regarding pool construction and an accessory dwelling unit. The meeting also includes a report from the Hemp Working Committee on industrial hemp concerns.
- Setback relief for a pool at Valdez Pool Ag. (APN 100-090-002-000)
- Review of Carson Road Monopine project (CUP21-0006)
- Setback relief for a new pool at Schram’s Ag. (APN 078-270-010)
- Setback relief for an accessory dwelling unit at Blue Ledge Agricultural (APN 060-420-025-000)
- Hemp Working Committee update on industrial hemp concerns
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a budget hearing to review the recommended Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. This includes authorizing spending for capital projects, road work, and new staff positions. Additionally, the Board will receive an update on Caldor Fire disaster reimbursement efforts.
- Approval of the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget to authorize spending until September adoption
- Update on Caldor Fire Disaster reimbursement status from the Sheriff's Office and OES
- $40,000 payment to the City of Placerville for aquatic center maintenance (FY 2020-22)
- $76,500 payment to the City of Placerville for aquatic center maintenance (FY 2022-23)
- Authorization for capital projects and road work plans effective July 1, 2022
The Board of Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget, granting authority to spend until formal adoption in September. It also authorized capital projects, fixed asset purchases, new positions, and take-home vehicles. The Board adopted resolutions to pay the City of Placerville for aquatic center maintenance costs, with one resolution passing 4-1 and the other 5-0.
- Approved FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget for spending authority (5-0)
- Authorized capital projects and road work plans effective July 1, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved Fixed Asset listing and purchases (5-0)
- Authorized filling new positions in Recommended Budget (5-0)
- Approved take-home vehicles per Board Policy D-4 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 077-2022: $40,000 to City of Placerville for aquatic center maintenance (4-1)
- Adopted Resolution 078-2022: $76,500 to City of Placerville for aquatic center maintenance (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to modify an existing cell tower on Green Valley Road and establish a new agricultural contract for grapevines in Pleasant Valley. The commission will also discuss organizing a workshop focused on county water planning and utility infrastructure.
- AT&T Verizon cell tower revision (CUP-R21-0049) to increase height from 75-ft to 85-ft
- Williamson Act Contract (WAC21-0002) for a 41.86-acre parcel in Pleasant Valley
- Request for a workshop on water planning and utility infrastructure
- Approval of continued use of virtual committee meetings due to COVID-19
The Planning Commission approved a Williamson Act Contract (WAC21-0002) for a 41.86-acre parcel in the Pleasant Valley area, allowing grapevine planting on 5-6 acres with associated wells and irrigation. The commission also approved a conditional use permit revision for an AT&T colocation on an existing Verizon cell tower in Placerville, and agreed to hold a future workshop on water planning. All votes were 4-0 with one commissioner absent.
- Approved Williamson Act Contract WAC21-0002 for 41.86-acre agricultural preserve (4-0)
- Approved AT&T Verizon Colocation Cell Tower Revision CUP-R21-0049 (4-0)
- Approved holding informational workshop on water policy with local water districts (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and teleconference finding (4-0)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will review findings from an ad hoc committee regarding criteria for selecting data points to track improvements for local children and families. Members will discuss which specific data measures to recommend to the Board of Supervisors. The Commission will also vote on recommending an applicant to fill a vacant commissioner position.
- Report on ad hoc committee findings regarding data points for children and families
- Discussion and potential vote on child and family data indicators
- Vote on recommending an applicant to fill a vacant commissioner position
- Approval of April 14, 2022, meeting minutes
The Commission directed staff to draft a statement for the Board of Supervisors recommending a focus on improving access to services for behavioral health, substance abuse disorders, and domestic violence. It also voted to recommend William Bladen to fill a vacant commissioner position. The agenda and consent calendar were adopted, including approval of prior minutes and a hybrid meeting format.
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (5-0, 4 absent)
- Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 meeting
- Approved hybrid meeting format for next meeting due to COVID-19
- Directed staff to draft statement recommending focus on behavioral health, substance abuse, and domestic violence services (5-0)
- Recommended William Bladen for vacant commissioner position (5-0)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Fish and Wildlife Commission is reviewing proposals for fish purchasing at Sawmill Pond and Barron Lake. The commission will also consider a plan to enhance fishing opportunities at Chili Bar. Additionally, members will address the continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Motion to support American River Conservancy's draft plan for fishing at Chili Bar
- Recommendation to approve $3,000 for Sawmill Pond fish purchasing
- Recommendation to approve $5,000 total for Barron Lake fish purchasing
- Approval of April 27, 2020 meeting minutes
The Commission approved funding of $3,000 for fish purchasing for a Summer 2022 fishing derby at Sawmill Pond. It also supported in principle the American River Conservancy's draft plan to enhance fishing opportunities at Chili Bar. A proposal for Barron Lake fish purchases totaling $5,000 was tabled to the next meeting. The consent calendar, including approval of April minutes and continued virtual meeting authorization, was approved.
- Approved $3,000 for Sawmill Pond fish purchasing for Summer 2022 derby (5-0)
- Supported in principle American River Conservancy's draft plan for Chili Bar fishing enhancement (5-0)
- Tabled Barron Lake fish purchasing ($5,000 total) to next regular meeting (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including April 27, 2022 minutes and virtual meeting authorization (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing recommendations for several administrative and technology contracts. Items include updates to software agreements and the Western El Dorado County Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The meeting also addresses federal funding for water assistance in El Dorado and Alpine counties.
- $500,000 increase for Microsoft Enterprise licenses through Insight Public Sector
- Acceptance of the Western El Dorado County Community Wildfire Protection Plan
- $107,960 in funding for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program
- $32,775.52 purchase order for Crowdstrike security endpoint protection
- $98,855 contract with Host Compliance LLC for short-term rental monitoring
The Board approved accepting a $1,498,000 Community Development Block Grant for property acquisition for the Diamond Village 81-unit affordable multifamily workforce housing project in Diamond Springs, and authorized related loan and grant documents. The Board also directed staff to rescind the Western Slope Cemetery Zone of Benefit and not pursue a November 2022 ballot measure. A contract with G&G Builders for a congregate Navigation Center was approved 4-1, with Supervisor Turnboo dissenting.
- Approved $1.498M CDBG grant for Diamond Village affordable housing project (5-0)
- Directed staff to rescind Western Slope Cemetery Zone of Benefit and not pursue ballot measure (5-0)
- Approved $140,385.86 contract with G&G Builders for Navigation Center planning (4-1)
- Adopted Ordinance 5160 establishing Military Equipment Use Policy (consent)
- Approved $5,534,662 Community Corrections AB109 budget for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
- Approved $139,000 Community Corrections Planning and Training Budget (5-0)
- Directed Surveyor's Office fee increases with full cost recovery over 3 years (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 radio simulcast upgrade purchase from Codan (consent)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The Committee will review a conditional use permit application for a Quick Quack Car Wash on Merrychase Drive. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the County's design review process and a new Clerk of the Board position.
- Conditional Use Permit application for Quick Quack Car Wash on North side of Merrychase Drive
- Discussion of County design review process and emergency standards for multi-family projects
- Discussion regarding the new Sr. Deputy Clerk of the Board position
- Approval of November 22, 2021 meeting minutes
The Cameron Park Design Review Committee approved a finding allowing continued virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19, and tabled approval of the November 22, 2021 minutes to the next meeting. The committee also discussed a car wash conditional use permit application and broader design review processes, but took no final action on those items.
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding under AB 361 (consent calendar)
- Tabled approval of Nov 22, 2021 minutes to next regular meeting
- Directed Member Maloney to complete comment sheet for Quick Quack Car Wash CUP application (3-0, Anderly abstained)
Behavioral Health Commission
The El Dorado County Behavioral Health Commission will discuss updates on the Suicide Prevention Plan and mental health service access. The meeting also includes a review of the Behavioral Health Director's April 2022 report and proposed changes to commission bylaws.
- Update on the Suicide Prevention Plan
- Proposed changes to Behavioral Health Commission Bylaws
- Presentation on Access to Mental Health Services and Mental Health Assessment
- Review of the Behavioral Health Director's Report (April 2022 data)
- Approval of hybrid meeting format for June 15, 2022
The Behavioral Health Commission approved presenting the Suicide Prevention Plan to the Board of Supervisors, amending the goal from a 10-year to a 5-year timeframe for reducing suicide deaths by 20%. The minutes were approved with amendments to item 3. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including the April minutes and a hybrid meeting for June 15, 2022.
- Approved Suicide Prevention Plan for Board of Supervisors with 5-year goal (7-0)
- Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting (consent calendar)
- Approved hybrid meeting for June 15, 2022 due to COVID-19 (consent calendar)
- Approved amended minutes with changes to item 3
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a proposed reduction in force for 9.85 full-time custodians and one senior custodian. They are also considering a license agreement with PG&E to establish resource centers at the Placerville Library during power shutoffs. Additionally, the agenda includes a $1.5 million contract for office supplies and budget transfers for public safety fees.
- Reduction in force for 9.85 full-time custodians and 1.0 senior custodian position
- $1,500,000 contract award to Walker's Office Supplies
- PG&E license agreement for resource centers at Placerville Library
- $250,000 contract with Barton Healthcare Services for COVID-19 recovery
- $85,600 increase for Shakori Garage Replacement project management
The Board of Supervisors approved the $93,001,334 construction contract for the Mosquito Road Bridge replacement project, awarded to Shimmick Construction Company, Inc. The Board also certified the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Mount Murphy Road Bridge replacement project, adopted the 2022 Traffic Impact Fee Schedule, and continued the Military Equipment Use Policy ordinance to a second reading. All substantive votes were unanimous 5-0.
- Awarded $93,001,334 Mosquito Road Bridge construction contract to Shimmick Construction (5-0)
- Certified Final EIR for Mount Murphy Road Bridge replacement project (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 072-2022 for 2022 Traffic Impact Fee Schedule update (5-0)
- Continued Ordinance 5160 (Military Equipment Use Policy) to May 24 for final passage (5-0)
- Approved $1.5M office supplies contract with Walker's Office Supplies, rejected bid protest (consent)
- Approved $727,983 amendment for Netsmart electronic health record system (consent)
- Approved $258,546 pre-apprenticeship program with Northern California Construction Training (consent)
- Approved salary increase for Director of Human Resources from step 2 to step 3 (5-0, closed session)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The scheduled meeting for the El Dorado County Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission on May 17, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included items regarding bylaw amendments, technology grants, and a $400 reimbursement request.
- Reimbursement request not to exceed $400 for food for South Tahoe and Mt. Tallac High Schools event
- Discussion on transitioning from virtual to hybrid meetings
- Review and amendment of bylaws regarding attendance policy
- Discussion of the At-Risk/Justice Involved Youth Technology Grant application
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a hearing regarding a request by Cybele Holdings to construct and operate a cannabis cultivation and nursery facility. The project covers approximately 180 acres near the intersection of Freshwater Lane and Sand Ridge Road. Staff recommends approving the permit subject to specific mitigation conditions.
- Permit for cannabis cultivation and nursery facility (CCUP20-0001)
- Approval of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding to allow virtual meetings due to COVID-19
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Veterans Affairs Commission will consider using prior year Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) funds to support a Student Intern/General Trainee position. The agenda also includes routine approvals for meeting minutes and mileage reimbursements.
- Authorization of prior year TOT Fund usage for a Student Intern/General Trainee position
- Approval of April 14, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of mileage reimbursements from December 2021 to March 2022
- Finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
The Veterans Affairs Commission approved a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361, with a motion to revise the wording as proposed. The revised motion passed 4-1, with Member Raffetto voting no. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes and mileage reimbursements, and authorized prior-year TOT fund usage for a Student Intern/General Trainee position.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar with item 22-0806 pulled for discussion (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved minutes from April 14, 2022 meeting
- Approved mileage reimbursement for Dec 2021 - March 2022
- Approved virtual meeting finding with revised wording (4-1, 2 absent)
- Authorized prior-year TOT fund usage for Student Intern/General Trainee position (5-0, 2 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and operational items. Proposed actions include purchasing a backup generator for the Psychiatric Health Facility and Senior Center in Placerville. Other items involve park contract amendments, budget transfers, and county appointments.
- Purchase of a $93,204 Caterpillar diesel generator for local health and senior facilities
- Contract amendment for Forebay Park increasing compensation by $29,115
- $39,931 budget transfer for computer equipment and office renovation
- $44,758.56 contract for camera system installation and licensing
- Resolution permitting a fireworks display at Cameron Park Lake on June 25, 2022
The Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 069-2022 revising development impact mitigation fees for parks and recreation for the El Dorado Hills Community Services District, with an amendment excluding Accessory Dwelling Units from the fees. The vote was 3-2, with Supervisors Hidahl and Turnboo voting no. The Board also adopted resolutions amending First Time Homebuyer Loan Program guidelines and held a joint workshop to gather input for a future Affordable Housing Ordinance.
- Adopted Resolution 069-2022 revising park and recreation development impact fees for El Dorado Hills CSD, excluding ADUs (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution 066-2022 amending First Time Homebuyer Loan Program guidelines (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 067-2022 amending CDBG First Time Homebuyer Loan Program guidelines (5-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring May 10, 2022 as National Fentanyl Awareness Day (5-0)
- Approved proclamation recognizing May 2022 as Mental Health Awareness Month (5-0)
- Appointed Supervisors Turnboo and Parlin to a 2x2 committee with Cameron Park CSD (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including 39 items (5-0)
- Held joint workshop on Affordable Housing Ordinance; directed staff to create task force
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors will hold a joint informational workshop. The session aims to solicit input and direction for the development of an Affordable Housing Ordinance. This process is supported by California Department of Housing and Community Development grants.
- Joint informational workshop regarding an Affordable Housing Ordinance
- Discussion of Regional Early Action Planning Grants (22-08071)
The Planning Commission held a joint informational workshop with the Board of Supervisors to discuss developing an Affordable Housing Ordinance. The Commission gave staff seven directions to create a task force, including reexamining surplus County lands, considering tiny homes, inclusionary zoning, mixed-use overlays, mobile home park zoning, a Missouri Flat Corridor 'Green Zone' for grants, and a housing trust fund. No ordinance was adopted; the item was informational only.
- Directed staff to create task force to reexamine surplus County lands for affordable housing
- Directed staff to consider Tiny Homes for residential use
- Directed staff to consider Inclusionary Zoning Policy with fee deferral or in-lieu fees
- Directed staff to consider new residential zoning overlays for Mixed Use on commercial lands (e.g., Missouri Flat Corridor)
- Directed staff to consider zoning options for affordable housing in mobile home parks
- Directed staff to designate Missouri Flat Corridor 'Green Zone' for grant-funded projects
- Directed staff to consider a Housing trust fund
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The committee will review Q4 2021 waste and recycling tonnage reports for El Dorado Disposal and South Tahoe Refuse. Staff will also present updates regarding the county's Solid Waste Ordinance rework and SB 1383 waived areas.
- Review of Q4 2021 waste/recycling tonnage reports for local providers
- Summary of officially waived areas in the county for SB 1383
- Update on reworking the El Dorado County Solid Waste Ordinance
- Status update on the five-year review board presentation
The committee approved the March 14, 2022 meeting minutes and received and filed the County's Staff Report. It also received and filed quarterly waste/recycling tonnage reports, CalRecycle RDRS reports, PARIS reports, and the 2022 El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan. Updates were presented on SB 1383 waived areas, the five-year review board presentation, and reworking of the Solid Waste Ordinance, but no decisions were made on these items.
- Approved March 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Received and filed County Staff Report
- Received and filed Q4 2021 waste/recycling tonnage reports
- Received and filed Q4 2021 CalRecycle RDRS reports
- Received and filed Q4 2021 PARIS reports
- Received and filed 2022 El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan
Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee
The committee will hold an election for the position of Secretary. Discussion items include an update from El Dorado County Parks and Trails staff and the status of Grange upgrades.
- Election of Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee Secretary
- El Dorado County Parks Update
- Status of Grange upgrades
- Clerk of the Board Office equipment status update
- Reports on Cronin-Ranch/County Parcel and fire danger signage
The Coloma Lotus Advisory Committee approved the consent calendar, including minutes from February 22, 2022, and a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. Robert Bradshaw was re-elected as Secretary, and Darin Freeland was nominated as Chair of the Parks and Trails Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee. Staff provided updates on county parks and off-site meeting equipment.
- Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
- Approved COVID-19 finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings (consent calendar)
- Re-elected Robert Bradshaw as Committee Secretary (5-0)
- Nominated Darin Freeland as Chair of Parks and Trails Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a hearing regarding the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan project covering 336 acres in the El Dorado Hills Community Region. The item includes requests for rezoning, a subdivision map for six large lots, and a development agreement with Serrano Associates, LLC. Additionally, the Commission will consider continuing virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan project (336 acres)
- Rezone and subdivision map for six large lots
- Development Agreement with Serrano Associates, LLC
- Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Teleconference finding to allow continued virtual meetings
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for the Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan project to June 9, 2022, to accept additional public testimony. The consent calendar was approved, including meeting minutes and a COVID-19 teleconference finding. No final decision was made on the project.
- Continued Central El Dorado Hills Specific Plan hearing to June 9, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved COVID-19 teleconference finding for virtual meetings (5-0)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss a $500 request for Village Green Pond stocking and the new date for the Village Green Pond Derby. The agenda also includes a Lumsden Derby report and a presentation to the Board of Supervisors.
- Request for an additional $500 for Village Green Pond stocking
- New date of June 11th for the Village Green Pond Derby
- Lumsden Derby Report
- Board of Supervisors Presentation
The commission approved an additional $500 for stocking Village Green Pond and adopted the agenda and consent calendar, which included a COVID-19 virtual meeting finding and approval of March 30, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and announcements.
- Approved additional $500 for stocking Village Green Pond (4-0, 2 absent)
- Adopted agenda and approved consent calendar (4-0, 2 absent)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding per AB 361 (consent calendar)
- Approved minutes of March 30, 2022 meeting (consent calendar)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss the 2022-23 budget preparation and consider two ballot measures to increase hotel taxes. Additionally, officials are reviewing grant awards for non-profits and potential leases for homeless shelter sites.
- Proposed 2% hotel tax increase for West Slope road maintenance
- Proposed 4% hotel tax increase for Tahoe Area snow removal and road maintenance
- Awarding $1,978,931.59 in COVID-19 Economic Impact Grants to 24 non-profits
- Negotiating leases for homeless shelter sites at 1940 and 1970 Broadway, Placerville
- Appointment of Daniel Del Monte as Interim Director of Health and Human Services
The Board of Supervisors approved placing two ballot measures on the November 2022 election to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel/motel tax) in unincorporated areas: a 2% increase (from 10% to 12%) on the West Slope for road maintenance, and a 4% increase (from 10% to 14%) in the Tahoe Area for snow removal and road maintenance. Both measures require 2/3 voter approval. The Board also approved $1,978,931.59 in COVID-19 economic impact grants to 24 non-profits, appointed Daniel Del Monte as Interim Director of Health and Human Services, and gave budget direction for FY 2022-23, including increasing the road maintenance goal to $5 million and allocating funds for the Placerville Pool and Sheriff's helicopter.
- Adopted Resolutions 062-2022 and 063-2022 placing two TOT tax increase measures on Nov. 2022 ballot (5-0)
- Approved 24 Non-Profit COVID-19 Economic Impact Grants totaling $1,978,931.59 (5-0)
- Appointed Daniel Del Monte as Interim Director of Health and Human Services at $100.93/hour (5-0)
- Approved FY 2022-23 budget direction, including $5M road maintenance goal and $76,500 for Placerville Pool (5-0)
- Authorized negotiations for homeless shelter lease at 1940/1970 Broadway and Navigation Center at 2820 Cold Springs Rd (5-0)
- Closed session: no action reported on real property negotiations or litigation
Parks and Recreation Commission
The commission will review meeting minutes and a finding for continued virtual meetings. Members will also discuss questions regarding the Brown Act and make a recommendation on a new Parks Fee Schedule. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan survey.
- Recommendation to Board of Supervisors regarding a new suggested Parks Fee Schedule
- Discussion of Brown Act questions and guidance from County Counsel
- Update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan and Master Plan Survey
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 17, 2022, and March 28, 2022
- Finding to allow continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
The Commission recommended the Board of Supervisors adopt a revised Parks Fee Schedule with specific changes, including eliminating hourly field rentals for youth and adult, replacing a description with 'for profit event surcharge', and adjusting trailer parking fees. They also approved the consent calendar, which included meeting minutes and a COVID-19 virtual meeting finding. An item on Brown Act guidance was continued off the agenda, and a Master Plan update was received with no action.
- Recommended Board adopt revised Parks Fee Schedule with changes (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including March 17 and March 28 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved COVID-19 virtual meeting finding under AB 361 (5-0)
- Continued Brown Act discussion item off agenda per staff request
Delinquency Prevention Standing Committee
The Delinquency Prevention Standing Committee will meet to discuss probation department plans. This includes reviewing preliminary plans for a new Placerville facility and discussing future uses for the South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center.
- Meeting with Chief Probation Officer regarding preliminary plans for the new Placerville facility (22-0735)
- Discussion of possible uses for the South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center (22-0736)
Behavioral Health Commission
The Behavioral Health Commission will meet to consider adopting the 2021 Data Notebook. The agenda includes presentations on penetration rates and the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors. Members will also review the Behavioral Health Director’s Report.
- Adoption of the 2021 Data Notebook
- Presentation on Penetration Rate tables (CY 2017 - CY 2019)
- Presentation of the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
- Review of the Behavioral Health Director’s Report
- Approval of hybrid meeting format for May 18, 2022
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several consent calendar items during this meeting. These include renewing health emergency findings due to the Caldor Fire and approving various county service contracts. The agenda also includes updates to the county salary schedule and election consolidation.
- $1,486,399.51 contract for Old Depot Bike Park with TJR Resources, Inc.
- $150,000 agreement for pest control services with More 4 Less Pest Control
- Finding that a Local Health Emergency continues due to the Caldor Fire
- Resolution to consolidate local elections with the June 7, 2022 election
- $72,293.49 agreement for applicant tracking services via Neogov
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Commission will consider approving findings to allow for continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. Members will also discuss the application process for a Youth Technology Grant. Additionally, the group will review committee transitions and an annual report.
- Approval of findings for continued virtual or hybrid meetings
- Presentation on restorative justice by Sara Justice
- Review of Dunlop Fund Statement (1-21 to 12-21)
- Vote on Youth Technology Grant application form and process
- Proposal to transition the 'Juvenile Detention' committee to a standing committee
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The EDC Commission for Youth and Families will discuss substance use resources and education data measures. The commission will also review applications for a vacant position and vote on term extensions for two members.
- Vote to recommend candidates for a vacant Commissioner position
- Vote to extend terms for Commissioners Terri Stratton and Berry Harwell
- Discussion regarding substance use resources for women and infants
- Review of re-organized Education Data Measures
The commission adopted the reorganized Education Data Measures and agreed to form an ad hoc committee (Commissioners Harwell and Patterson) to recommend top priorities for the Board of Supervisors. A discussion with Christine Parker on substance use was tabled because she was absent. The May 12 meeting was moved to May 26 and will be hybrid. No vote was taken on the vacant commissioner position; Supervisor Novasel will interview applicants.
- Adopted reorganized Education Data Measures
- Formed ad hoc committee (Harwell, Patterson) to recommend priorities for Board of Supervisors
- Tabled substance use discussion with Christine Parker (not in attendance)
- Moved May 12 meeting to May 26, 2022, as hybrid
- Deferred decision on vacant commissioner position pending Supervisor Novasel's interviews
Planning Commission
The commission will review a request to revise the Summer Brook subdivision map in Cameron Park. The proposal seeks to remove conditions requiring a traffic signal and intersection improvements. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2022 Annual Capital Improvement Program.
- Summer Brook subdivision map revision
- 2022 Annual Capital Improvement Program consistency findings
- Missouri Flat Road Phase 1 - Class I Trail Connection Project
- El Dorado Hills Boulevard/Saratoga Way Turn Lanes Project
- Election of First and Second Vice-Chairs for 2022
Veterans Affairs Commission
The commission will consider approving March 10, 2022 meeting minutes and a finding to continue virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations. The agenda includes a guest presentation by Placerville Police Chief Joseph Wren. Various committee and communications reports will also be received and filed.
- Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finding to allow continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations
- Guest speaker presentation by Placerville Police Chief Joseph Wren
- Committee reports regarding budget, housing, and transportation
- Communications reports from the American Legion Service Officer and EDC Veterans Alliance
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and service contracts. Items include funding for public health, software purchases, and electrical services. The agenda also includes various appointments to county commissions.
- $3,120,000 contract with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for social rehabilitation services
- $350,000 contract with Barton Healthcare Services for public health services
- $170,000 purchase order to Kronos, Inc. for workforce management software
- Amendment to Carnahan Electric, Ltd. agreement increasing compensation by $70,000
- $25,000 state grant acceptance for the Early Learning Mentor Library project
The Board approved a motion to prepare amendments to the Commercial Cannabis Ordinance to allow cannabis as a compatible use on Williamson Act properties, and to amend the Williamson Act Resolution accordingly. It also directed staff to expand the Design Review Combining Zone for the Cool Rural Center to include about 8 commercial/multi-family parcels. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved preparing amendments to allow commercial cannabis on Williamson Act properties (5-0)
- Directed staff to expand Design Review Combining Zone for Cool Rural Center parcels (5-0)
- Appointed Supervisors Parlin and Turnboo to biomass cogeneration ad hoc committee (5-0)
- Approved $3.12M contract with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health for social rehab services (consent)
- Approved $170,000 purchase order to Kronos for workforce management software (consent)
- Approved $350,000 agreement with Barton Healthcare Services for public health services (consent)
- Approved $25,000 state library grant for Early Learning Mentor Library project (consent)
- Approved Yancey Parcel Map and Rezone in Cameron Park (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several items including federal relief fund allocations and contract amendments. The agenda includes approving the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for county departments and other agencies. Additionally, the Board will consider various committee appointments and service agreements.
- Approval of $4.25 million in ARPA SLFRF budget transfers
- $78,000 increase to Cleanrite, Inc. emergency repair contract
- Resolution for July 2 fireworks display at El Dorado Hills Town Center
- Revisions to various job class specifications for IRS compliance
- Continuation of $66,000 in software and treasury service agreements
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution of Necessity 048-2022, authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire three parcels for the Diamond Springs Parkway Phase 1B Project, with a 4-1 vote. The Board also continued a letter of support for HR 6903 to April 19, 2022, and approved the consent calendar, including a $1.85 million budget transfer for Silva Valley reimbursement.
- Adopted Resolution of Necessity 048-2022 for Diamond Springs Parkway Phase 1B (4-1)
- Continued letter of support for HR 6903 to April 19, 2022 (4-1)
- Approved consent calendar, including $1.85M Silva Valley budget transfer
- Approved ARPA SLFRF subrecipient agreement template and $4.25M budget transfer
- Approved $2.375M construction advertisement for San Bernardino Class 1 Bike Trail
- Approved $2.43M airport design/engineering contract and $775K planning contract
- Approved $172,960 grant for Behavioral Health Justice Intervention Services
- Approved $78,000 increase to Cleanrite emergency restoration contract
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The commission will review the minutes from the February 23, 2022 meeting and consider a finding to allow continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings. The agenda also includes reports from state biologists and a finance report.
- Approval of February 23, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finding for continued use of virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 recommendations
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife biologist and warden reports
- Finance report dated March 24, 2022
The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the consent calendar, including the February 23, 2022 minutes and a finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings due to COVID-19. It also approved the 3/24/2022 finance report. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.
- Approved consent calendar including Feb 23, 2022 minutes (5-0)
- Approved finding to continue virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved 3/24/2022 finance report (5-0)
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
This agenda contains only standard meeting logistics and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The document is essentially boilerplate with no listed projects, applications, or public hearings.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing recommendations from the CAO's Office, Parks Division. These recommendations involve conducting site tours of Bradford Park and Pioneer Park.
- Recommended tour of Bradford Park (22-05721)
- Recommended tour of Pioneer Park (22-05732)
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for Thursday, March 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2022.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several service contracts for county facilities and parks. This includes agreements for fire suppression maintenance and park design work. The Board will also address the continuation of a local health emergency related to the Caldor Fire.
- $297,995.50 contract with Dudek for Diamond Springs Community Park CEQA and design
- $300,000 agreement with Tri-Signal Integration, Inc. for fire suppression maintenance
- Lease of 3066 Lake Tahoe Boulevard for an ambulance operations base
- Extension of $112,373 in funding for the Winter Lodging Program
- $150,000 total contract for portable toilet and sink services
The Board unanimously approved the amended 2021-2029 Housing Element update, including a CEQA addendum and Resolution 046-2022. It also approved in concept the creation of an Office of Wildfire Resilience and designated $3.375 million in contingency funds for a federal Hazard Mitigation Grant. The Board denied a property tax refund claim by Denise Cook in a 4-1 vote. All consent calendar items were approved, with item 20 continued to April 5, 2022.
- Approved 2021-2029 Housing Element update and CEQA addendum (5-0)
- Approved in concept Office of Wildfire Resilience and $3.375M matching funds (5-0)
- Denied Denise Cook's $17,207.55 property tax refund claim (4-1)
- Approved consent calendar, including lease for ambulance base in South Lake Tahoe
- Approved $297,995.50 contract for Diamond Springs Community Park CEQA work
- Approved $540,000 contract with Canyon Manor for mental health services
- Approved $103,487.31 for Verkada camera system for District Attorney
- Continued item 20 (I.D.E.A. Consulting contract) to April 5, 2022
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will receive information regarding a fee increase for County Parks, including proposed rates and revenue projections. The body will also elect a new Chair and Vice Chair and receive an update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan.
- Proposed fee increases for County Parks
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan survey and inventory
- Proclamation for National Playground Safety Week
- Proclamation for Earth Day
Behavioral Health Commission
The Behavioral Health Commission will consider recommending three individuals for appointment as full members. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2021 Data Notebook and the commission's Annual Report. Additionally, staff will discuss EQRO review processes and penetration rate data.
- Recommendations to appoint Lauryn Sumimoto, Elizabeth Debenedetto, and Antoinette Maita as commissioners
- Adoption of the 2021 Data Notebook
- Presentation on the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
- Staff presentation regarding the EQRO review process for April 6, 2022
- Review and discussion of penetration rate tables from 2017 to 2019
The El Dorado County Behavioral Health Commission met virtually on March 16, 2022, but lacked a quorum (5 of 6 members present, one absent). As a result, no formal decisions were made; all agenda items were not heard and no action was taken. The commission did direct staff to forward three appointment recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
- No action taken on any agenda item due to lack of quorum
- Recommended Lauryn Sumimoto for full commission membership (staff to forward to Board of Supervisors)
- Recommended Elizabeth DeBenedetto for full commission membership (staff to forward to Board of Supervisors)
- Recommended Antoinette Maita for full commission membership (staff to forward to Board of Supervisors)
Board of Supervisors
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several proposed contracts and appointments. Items include agreements for trail maintenance, software licenses, and mental health services. The Board will also recognize American Red Cross Month.
- $400,000 contract with Siller Helicopters, Inc. for Rubicon Trail maintenance
- $51,000 total for Just Appraised software licenses and implementation
- $80,000 agreement with Lake Tahoe Community College District for mental health services
- $96,500 contract with Foresite MSP, Inc. for cyber security monitoring
- $170,000 agreement with Kronos Incorporated for workforce management software
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to uphold an appeal and approve Design Review Permit DR20-0009 for a 360-square-foot Bean Barn drive-through coffee shop on a 0.61-acre parcel in Cameron Park, finding it categorically exempt from CEQA. The Board also approved a $1,000,000 three-year planning services agreement with Raney Planning & Management, Inc., and adopted the consent calendar with several contract approvals and appointments. Two items were pulled for discussion, and one appointment was continued to March 22, 2022.
- Approved Bean Barn drive-thru coffee shop appeal and Design Review Permit DR20-0009 (5-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 planning services agreement with Raney Planning & Management, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 helicopter services agreement with Siller Helicopters for Rubicon Trail maintenance
- Approved $170,000 Kronos workforce management software agreement
- Approved $96,500 cyber security monitoring agreement with Foresite MSP
- Approved $80,000 mental health services subcontract with Lake Tahoe Community College District
- Approved $250,000 Noble Software Group assessment service agreement
- Continued Commission on Aging appointment of Linda Grimoldi to March 22, 2022
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Delinquency Prevention Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to continue using virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19, citing Government Code 54953(e)(3) and Assembly Bill 361. The commission also approved the February 15, 2022 draft minutes. All other agenda items were continued to the April meeting, including combining ad hoc committees, creating a new committee for commissioner candidates, converting ad hoc committees to standing committees, and reviewing an annual report.
- Approved recommendation for continued virtual/hybrid meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)
- Approved draft minutes from February 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Continued item to combine Outreach/Communication and Board of Supervisors ad hoc committees to April meeting
- Continued item to create new ad hoc committee for commissioner candidate recommendations to April meeting
- Continued item to convert ad hoc committees to standing committees to April meeting
- Continued item to review and approve an annual report to April meeting
- Continued 'Get to know your Commissioner' team building exercise to April meeting
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The committee will review 2021 waste and recycling tonnage reports and CalRecycle RDRS reports. Members will also discuss and consider adopting the El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan.
- Adoption of the El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan
- Review of 2021 Q3 Waste/Recycling Tonnage Reports for EDD and STR
- Review of 2021 CalRecycle RDRS Reports (Q3 and Q4)
- Approval of January 24, 2022 meeting minutes
The El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the January 24, 2022 meeting minutes and received the County's Staff Report. The committee received and filed the 3rd Quarter 2021 waste/recycling tonnage reports, noting a portion was not received and will be discussed next meeting. The committee also received and filed the 3rd Quarter 2021 CalRecycle RDRS reports. The El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan was not ready and will be discussed at the next meeting; no action was taken.
- Approved meeting minutes from January 24, 2022
- Received and filed County Staff Report
- Received and filed 3rd Quarter 2021 Waste/Recycling Tonnage Reports (partial; missing portion deferred)
- Received and filed 3rd Quarter 2021 CalRecycle RDRS Reports
- Deferred discussion of El Dorado Disposal Annual Strategic Plan to next meeting
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to revise the special use permit for Enchanted April Acres to convert three existing sheds into overnight campsites. The commission will also review renewals for several three-year River Use Permits and approve findings to allow continued virtual meetings.
- Conditional Use Permit revision for Enchanted April Acres to convert sheds into campsites
- Renewal of 26 three-year River Use Permits
- Approval of teleconference findings to allow virtual committee meetings
- Approval of February 24, 2022, meeting minutes
The El Dorado County Planning Commission approved three-year River Use Permits for 26 applicants and approved a Conditional Use Permit Revision for Enchanted April Acres, allowing conversion of accessory structures into rentable campsites. Both items passed 3-0 with two commissioners absent. The meeting also included approval of the consent calendar and a teleconference finding for COVID-19.
- Approved 26 three-year River Use Permits (3-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit Revision CUP-R20-0059 for Enchanted April Acres, converting tack sheds to campsites (3-0)
- Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 meeting (consent calendar)
- Approved teleconference finding for continued virtual meetings under AB 361 (consent calendar)
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Veterans Affairs Commission will review various committee and communications reports regarding veteran resources. The agenda includes a discussion on housing and FEMA assistance related to the Caldor Fire. The Commission will also consider approving February meeting minutes and mileage reimbursements.
- Approval of February 10, 2022, meeting minutes
- Veteran Affairs Commission mileage reimbursements for July 2021 - November 2021
- Discussion regarding Caldor Fire housing and FEMA assistance
The El Dorado County Veterans Affairs Commission met on March 10, 2022, and approved the agenda, the February 10, 2022 meeting minutes, and mileage reimbursements for July–November 2021, all by 5-0 votes. The commission also received and filed the Ex-Officio report, committee reports, and communications reports. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with a guest speaker unable to attend and a presentation on Caldor Fire housing assistance.
- Adopted the agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from February 10, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved mileage reimbursements for July–November 2021 (5-0)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will discuss new data measures for education, homelessness, and early childhood in El Dorado County. The body will also review applications for a vacant commissioner position and vote on a new chairman.
- Discussion of State and El Dorado County Education Data measures
- Discussion of new Homelessness Data Measures
- Review of applications for vacant Commissioner position
- Vote to extend Commissioner terms for Teri Stratton and Barry Harwell
- Nomination and vote for Commission Chairman position
Agricultural Commission
The Agricultural Commission will review an application for administrative relief from agricultural setbacks to allow a single-family dwelling addition in Overton. The agenda also includes approving February 9, 2022, meeting minutes and authorizing continued virtual or hybrid meetings.
- Request for agricultural setback relief for a single-family dwelling addition (APN 321-230-008)
- Approval of February 9, 2022, meeting minutes
- Request to continue virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 concerns
The Agricultural Commission approved an administrative relief from the agricultural setback for Assessor's Parcel Number 321-230-008, allowing construction of an addition to a single-family dwelling, per staff recommendations. The consent calendar was adopted, including approval of the February 9, 2022 minutes and continued authorization for virtual/hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Overton ag setback relief (APN 321-230-008) for dwelling addition (motion by Bacchi, second by Draper)
- Adopted agenda and approved consent calendar, including Feb 9, 2022 minutes (Bacchi and Bolster recused)
- Approved continued virtual/hybrid meeting authorization under AB 361 (consent calendar)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including a $4 million grant for mental health student services and personnel changes in the District Attorney's office. The agenda also includes highway restrictions for an upcoming bike ride event.
- Acceptance of a $4,000,000 Mental Health Student Services Act grant
- Personnel reclassifications within the District Attorney’s Victim/Witness Program
- Highway restrictions for the 29th Annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride on June 5, 2022
- Approval of a $6,800 budget transfer for a new storage container
- Sale of a surplus service weapon to retired Deputy Jack Kerriush
The Board of Supervisors approved the consent calendar, including the Sheriff's Office purchase of 300 body-worn cameras for up to $675,000 and related servers for $90,000, funded by general funds and a $438,000 federal grant. The Board also approved a $250,020 agreement with the El Dorado Hills Fire Department for defensible space inspections, and authorized changes to the 2022 Capital Improvement Program. All votes were unanimous (5-0) where recorded.
- Approved $675,000 purchase of 300 body-worn cameras and $90,000 in servers for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
- Approved $250,020 agreement with El Dorado Hills Fire Department for defensible space inspections (5-0)
- Authorized 2022 Capital Improvement Program changes, including new trail and turn lane projects (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 038-2022 for temporary right turn restrictions on Highway 50 (5-0)
- Approved $1,050,000 hauling services agreement with Blain Stumpf Trucking (consent)
- Approved $4,000,000 Mental Health Student Services Act grant acceptance (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 043-2022 for June 2022 special tax election in Cascade Drainage Zone (consent)
- Approved comment letter on Countywide Homeless Strategic Plan with one sentence struck (5-0)
Meyers Advisory Council
The provided text contains only meeting logistics and a list of members for the March 8, 2022, Meyers Advisory Council meeting. No discussion topics, decisions, or public hearings are documented in this document.
Cameron Park Design Review Committee
The committee will review minutes from the November 2021 meeting and consider a recommendation to continue using virtual or hybrid meeting formats due to COVID-19. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Sr. Deputy Clerk of the Board position.
- Approval of November 22, 2021 minutes
- Recommendation for continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
- Discussion regarding the Sr. Deputy Clerk of the Board position
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss amendments to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update of the General Plan to incorporate state-required revisions. The commission will also consider a permit request for a swimming pool at a residence in the Diamond Springs area. Additionally, the agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and authorizing continued use of virtual meetings.
- Amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (GPA21-0004)
- Conditional Use Permit for a pool on Hwy 49 in Diamond Springs (CUP21-0003)
- Approval of January 27, 2022, meeting minutes
- Authorization for continued use of virtual committee meetings
The El Dorado County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a pool at a nonconforming residence in Diamond Springs and forwarded a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to adopt revisions to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. Both items passed unanimously 5-0. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes and a teleconference finding related to COVID-19.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP21-0003 for Santana Pool addition (5-0)
- Forwarded recommendation to Board of Supervisors to approve General Plan Amendment GPA21-0004 for Housing Element Update (5-0)
- Approved minutes of January 27, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved teleconference finding under AB 361 for continued virtual meetings (5-0)
Fish and Wildlife Commission
The El Dorado County Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss the 2022 budget request and review its annual report to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes reports from California Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists and the warden.
- Review of Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
- 2022 Budget Request
- Finance Report
- Reports from CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife biologists and warden
The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a $15,000 budget request to the Board of Supervisors for 2022, and adopted the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. The commission also reviewed its annual report to the Board, with two members tasked to finalize the presentation for the March 15, 2022 Board meeting. No public comment was received, and the meeting was procedural aside from the budget request.
- Approved $15,000 budget request to Board of Supervisors (5-0)
- Adopted agenda for 02/23/2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved minutes of 01/26/2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved financial report dated 2/17/2022 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and service agreements. These include extending contracts for jail expansion projects and emergency medical software systems. The meeting also includes appointments to various county advisory committees.
- $315,676.52 agreement for Electronic Patient Care Report software
- $50,000 legal services agreement for Safeway Assessment Appeals Board Matters
- Contract extension for the Placerville Jail Expansion Project
- Annual ordinance codification services with Municode LLC (estimated $16,000)
- Findings to continue local health emergency status due to Caldor Fire
The Board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians for the entertainment center and parking expansion to the existing Red Hawk Casino parking structure. The Board also received and filed the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Report and directed staff to solicit requests for Transient Occupancy Tax funds. A presentation on the first draft of the 5-Year Countywide Homeless Strategic Plan was received and filed with feedback given. The Board also approved the consent calendar, which included numerous routine items such as contracts, resolutions, and appointments.
- Approved the intergovernmental agreement with the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians for the Red Hawk Casino parking structure expansion.
- Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Report and directed staff to solicit Transient Occupancy Tax fund requests.
- Received and filed the first draft of the 5-Year Countywide Homeless Strategic Plan and provided feedback.
- Approved the consent calendar, including the minutes of February 8, 2022, and various contracts, resolutions, and appointments.
- Adopted Resolution 027-2022 setting an election for a special tax in the Cascade Drainage Zone of Benefit.
- Adopted Resolution 034-2022 authorizing a grant application for the El Dorado Trail Extension project.
- Adopted Resolution 032-2022 approving the Notification of Intent to Comply with SB 1383 regulations.
- Approved a budget amendment for the Department of Child Support Services and various personnel changes.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Parks and Trails Master Plan. The Commission will also consider approving January 20, 2022, meeting minutes and authorizing continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 health recommendations.
- Approval of January 20, 2022, meeting minutes
- Authorization for continued virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19
- Update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes and approved a finding to continue virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19, citing the Public Health Officer's recommendations. The Commission also received an update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan as a discussion item. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the meeting minutes from the January 20, 2022 regular meeting.
- Approved a finding to allow continued virtual or hybrid meetings under Assembly Bill 361, citing COVID-19 social distancing recommendations.
- Received an update on the Parks and Trails Master Plan (discussion only, no action).
Behavioral Health Commission
The Behavioral Health Commission will review a presentation regarding the Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan. The commission will also discuss continuing virtual or hybrid meeting formats and review the Behavioral Health Director’s Report.
- Presentation of the Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan
- Approval of virtual or hybrid meeting format
- Review of the Behavioral Health Commission Annual Report
- Review of the Behavioral Health Director's Report
- Approval of January 19, 2022, meeting minutes
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission will consider a recommendation to continue holding meetings virtually due to COVID-19. Members will also discuss the possibility of meeting in person at different locations for the West Slope and Tahoe Basin. Additionally, commissioners will participate in an exercise to introduce their assigned partners.
- Recommendation to allow continued use of virtual meetings via Zoom
- Approval of draft minutes from the January 18, 2022, meeting
- Discussion regarding potential in-person meeting locations at the Probation Department and Juvenile Treatment Center
- Introduction of assigned commissioner partners
The Delinquency Prevention Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to continue holding virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361, citing ongoing COVID-19 concerns. The commission also unanimously adopted the agenda and approved the draft minutes from the January 18, 2022 regular meeting. Reports were given by the Juvenile Treatment Center superintendent and committee chairs, with no public comment. Two old business items, regarding in-person meetings and commissioner introductions, were continued to the March meeting.
- Approved recommendation to continue virtual meetings under AB 361 due to COVID-19
- Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously
- Approved the draft minutes from the January 18, 2022 regular meeting
- Continued discussion of in-person meeting options to the March meeting
- Continued commissioner partner introductions to the March meeting
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the El Dorado County Planning Commission for Thursday, February 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 24, 2022.
Veterans Affairs Commission
The Commission will receive updates from various committees regarding housing, budget, and transportation. The agenda includes a proposal to rename the Social Media committee to Outreach. Members will also review updates on veteran grants and the Veteran Owned Business program.
- Update on annual grants and funding for El Dorado Community Foundation Mini-Grants
- Proposal to rename the 'Social Media' committee to 'Outreach'
- Discussion regarding EDC Veterans Affairs Commission logo and letterhead
- Review of the Veteran Owned Business program
The commission approved an update to the annual grants and total 21/22 funding for the El Dorado Community Foundation Mini-Grants, as outlined in the attached table. It also approved changing the committee name from 'Social Media' to 'Outreach'. The agenda and previous meeting minutes were adopted, and several reports were received and filed.
- Approved update to annual grants and 21/22 funding for El Dorado Community Foundation Mini-Grants (5-0)
- Approved changing committee name from 'Social Media' to 'Outreach' (5-0)
- Adopted the agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from 01/13/22 meeting (5-0)
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The El Dorado County Commission for Youth and Families will hold nominations and a vote for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary positions. The meeting also includes discussions on homelessness data and substance use resources for women and infants.
- Nominations and voting for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
- Discussion of homelessness and self-sufficiency data
- Discussion regarding substance use resources for women and infants
- Approval of December 2021 meeting minutes
The commission approved the agenda and consent calendar, including minutes from December 9, 2021, and a finding to continue remote meetings due to COVID-19. It elected Kristen Patterson as West Slope Vice Chair, Cheyanne Lane as South Lake Tahoe Vice Chair, and Dr. Ed Manansala as Secretary, all by a 7-0 vote. The chairperson nomination and vote were postponed to the March 10, 2022 meeting. A scheduled presentation on substance use with Christine Parker, RN, did not occur because she did not attend.
- Adopted agenda and consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved minutes from December 9, 2021 meeting (7-0)
- Reaffirmed remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 (7-0)
- Elected Kristen Patterson as West Slope Vice Chair (7-0)
- Elected Cheyanne Lane as South Lake Tahoe Vice Chair (7-0)
- Elected Dr. Ed Manansala as Secretary (7-0)
- Deferred chairperson election to March 10, 2022 meeting
Agricultural Commission
The Commission will consider whether cannabis is a compatible use under Williamson Act Resolution No. 188-20002. The agenda also includes a recommendation to continue holding virtual or hybrid meetings due to COVID-19.
- Consideration of cannabis as a compatible use for Williamson Act Resolution No. 188-20002
- Approval of continued virtual or hybrid meeting formats
- Review of January 12, 2022 minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including budget transfers and contract extensions. This includes a resolution to set an election for a special tax increase in the Sundance Trail Zone of Benefit. The Board is also considering funding for the Winter Lodging Program.
- Resolution for a special tax increase in Sundance Trail Zone of Benefit
- $112,373 budget transfer to support the Winter Lodging Program
- Revised plans and construction bids for Old Depot Bike Park
- Agreement extension with Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP up to $75,819
- $65,000 grant acceptance from Cal OES for domestic violence programs
The Board approved a General Plan Amendment and Rezone affecting eight parcels in Cameron Park, North Placerville, and Cedar Grove, changing land use designations and zoning. It also approved a $112,373 budget transfer for the Winter Lodging Program, a $248,864 COVID-19 consulting contract, and a $25,608 fee offset for Tri-Square Construction. The Board unanimously supported a bipartisan effort to petition for FEMA individual assistance for Caldor Fire victims.
- Approved GPA21-0003 and Z21-0011, amending land use and zoning for 8 parcels (5-0)
- Approved $112,373 budget transfer for Winter Lodging Program (5-0)
- Approved $248,864 contract with Colleen Bridger Consulting LLC for COVID-19 recovery (3-2)
- Approved $25,608 TOT fund offset for El Dorado Hills Fire District fees for Tri-Square (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 024-2022 for Sundance Trail Zone of Benefit tax increase election (5-0)
- Approved MOU with El Dorado County Criminal Attorneys' Association (5-0)
- Approved $65,000 grant for Domestic Violence American Rescue Plan Program (5-0)
- Unanimously supported FEMA individual assistance petition for Caldor Fire victims (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including grant approvals and contract amendments. Key discussions include fire safety projects, snow removal services in South Lake Tahoe, and health emergency findings. The meeting also addresses personnel changes and reimbursement for community supplies.
- $175,000 grant for El Dorado County Fire Safe Coordinator Project
- $50,000 increase for South Lake Tahoe snow removal services
- $4,409.87 reimbursement to Georgetown Gas N Go for storm supplies
- $45,000 contract with CDPH for COVID-19 data tracking
- Addition of one full-time Social Worker position in HHSA
The Board of Supervisors approved a $306,615 contract with Mintier Harnish to create custom design guidelines for new commercial and multi-family residential developments, as part of the County's General Plan Policy 2.1.1.1. The Board also approved a consent calendar that included a $175,000 grant for a Fire Safe Coordinator Project, a $50,000 amendment for snow removal services, and the appointment of Daniel Del Monte as Acting Director of Health and Human Services. Supervisor Parlin recused herself from the design standards vote due to a Fair Political Practices Commission determination letter.
- Approved $306,615 contract with Mintier Harnish for Commercial/Multi-Family Residential Design Standards (4-0, Parlin recused)
- Approved $175,000 Fire Safe Coordinator Project grant from California Fire Safe Council
- Approved $50,000 amendment for snow removal services in South Lake Tahoe
- Appointed Daniel Del Monte as Acting Director of Health and Human Services at $100.93/hour
- Adopted Ordinance 5157 requiring electronic filing of campaign statements
- Approved reimbursement of $4,409.87 to Georgetown Gas N Go for volunteer supplies
- Approved step increase for Director of Library Services Carolyn Brooks in closed session
- Appointed Supervisors Parlin and Thomas to 2x2 Committee with Placerville City Council
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a hearing on an appeal to the approved construction of a 360-square-foot Bean Barn Drive-Thru Coffee Shop. The meeting also includes the election of 2022 officers and a vote to continue virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
- Appeal of Design Review Permit DR20-0009 for Bean Barn coffee shop
- Election of 2022 Chair, First Vice-Chair, and Second Vice-Chair
- Teleconference finding to allow continued virtual meetings
- Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve an appeal by Jim Dillingham and deny the Bean Barn Drive-Thru Coffee Shop project in its present form without prejudice for resubmittal. The project, a 360-square-foot commercial structure on a 0.61-acre parcel in Cameron Park, had been conditionally approved by the Planning and Building Department Director on December 8, 2021. The Commission also approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes and a teleconference finding, and elected officers for 2022.
- Approved appeal and denied Bean Barn Drive-Thru Coffee Shop project without prejudice (5-0)
- Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Ross recused)
- Approved teleconference finding for virtual meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Elected Jon Vegna as Chair for 2022 (5-0)
- Elected Amanda Ross as First Vice-Chair for 2022 (5-0)
- Elected John Clerici as Second Vice-Chair for 2022 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing funding for the legal unification of North Tahoe and Meeks Bay Fire Protection Districts. Other items include a property donation for a sports complex in Diamond Springs and a license agreement with PG&E for an emergency resource center at Pioneer Park.
- $42,000 funding request to unify North Tahoe and Meeks Bay Fire Protection Districts
- Property donation at 3447 Clemenger Drive for a Diamond Springs Sports Complex
- PG&E license agreement for an emergency resource center at Pioneer Park
- $16,601.22 disbursement to El Dorado Hills Community Services District
- Reappointment of David Livingston as County Counsel
The Board denied an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a Grocery Outlet at Green Valley Station, upholding the permit and adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration. It also approved $115,000 for the Winter Lodging Program, adopted a ground lease with South Lake Tahoe, and approved several consent items including a $42,000 grant for fire district unification.
- Denied appeal PD-A21-0001, upheld Grocery Outlet permit (4-1)
- Approved $115,000 for Winter Lodging Program (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 019-2022 for South Lake Tahoe ground lease (5-0)
- Approved $42,000 for North Tahoe and Meeks Bay fire district unification (5-0)
- Approved salary resolutions 016-2022 and 017-2022 (5-0)
- Approved $248,864 COVID consulting contract, continued to Feb 8
- Approved $983,000 HOME grant for housing programs (5-0)
- Appointed Parlin and Thomas to El Dorado Opportunity Knocks (5-0)
El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee
The El Dorado Solid Waste Advisory Committee is meeting to establish its direction for 2022. The agenda includes nominating a Chair and Vice Chair and planning a session for the Solid Waste Management Plan. Members will also discuss and adopt the committee's 2022 goals.
- Nomination of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
- Strategy and planning session for the Solid Waste Management Plan
- Adoption of 2022 Committee Goals and Objectives
- Approval of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes
The committee unanimously approved the agenda, consent calendar, and November 2021 minutes. It re-elected Catherine Dickson-Schwarzbach as Chair and Don Nizolek as Vice Chair for 2022. Members voted to update the Solid Waste Management Plan and take it to the Board of Supervisors for review, and adopted the committee's 2022 goals and objectives.
- Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed County staff report (unanimous)
- Re-elected Schwarzbach as Chair and Nizolek as Vice Chair (10-0, 2 absent)
- Approved motion to update Solid Waste Management Plan and take to Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Adopted 2022 Goals and Objectives (unanimous)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review Capital Improvement Program budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 22/23. They will also discuss a proposed increase in fees for park use and rentals.
- Review of FY 22/23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget recommendations
- Proposed fee increase for park use and rentals
- Proclamation recognizing National Playground Safety Week, April 26-30, 2022
- Approval of December 2021 meeting minutes
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget recommendations for FY 22/23, including a $100,000 request for sports complex CEQA (with Commissioner Cumpston recused) and a $15,000 appraisal for Thomas Property. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included meeting minutes and a proclamation for National Playground Safety Week. No action was taken on a proposed fee increase for park use and rentals.
- Approved FY 22/23 CIP budget recommendations including $100,000 for sports complex CEQA (4-0, Cumpston recused)
- Approved CIP request with $15,000 for Thomas Property appraisal (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including December 16, 2021 meeting minutes and National Playground Safety Week proclamation (5-0)
- No action taken on park use and rental fee increase
Behavioral Health Commission
The El Dorado County Behavioral Health Commission will elect its 2022 officers and review minutes from late 2021 meetings. The commission will also discuss the meeting format for February 2022 and receive updates on CalAIM, the Suicide Prevention Plan, and MHSA community program planning.
- Election of 2022 Behavioral Health Commission officers
- Approval of virtual or hybrid meeting format for February 16, 2022
- Update on the progress of the 2021 Data Notebook
- Presentation and overview of CalAIM
- Update on the Suicide Prevention Plan
The commission approved the virtual meeting format for February 16, 2022, citing COVID-19 concerns, and elected the 2022 slate of officers: Norma Santiago as Chair, Richard Lynn and Debra Thornburgh as Vice Chairs, and Kathryn Hamilton as Secretary. It also approved minutes from three prior meetings with a correction to Commissioner Clavere's abstention record. The Suicide Prevention Plan was discussed but not approved; it will be reviewed at the February meeting before going to the Board of Supervisors.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved November 17, December 15, and December 29, 2021 minutes with corrected vote record (6-0)
- Approved virtual meeting format for February 16, 2022 (6-0)
- Accepted Ad Hoc Committee recommendations for 2022 officers (6-0)
- Elected 2022 officers: Santiago (Chair), Lynn and Thornburgh (Vice Chairs), Hamilton (Secretary) (6-0)
Delinquency Prevention Commission
The commission will vote on findings to allow for continued use of virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361. The agenda includes reports from county officials and a guest speaker sharing experiences as a juvenile justice involved youth. Members will also discuss potential locations for future in-person meetings.
- Approval of findings to continue virtual meetings (22-00651)
- Approval of November 16, 2021, draft minutes (22-00662)
- Presentation by a juvenile justice involved youth
- Discussion regarding future in-person meeting locations (22-00694)
The Delinquency Prevention Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to continue holding virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361, citing ongoing COVID-19 concerns. The commission also approved the draft minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; two discussion items were continued to the February meeting.
- Approved recommendation to continue virtual meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)
- Approved draft minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Continued discussion on in-person meeting options to February meeting
- Continued commissioner partner introductions to February meeting
Veterans Affairs Commission
The commission will receive and file various committee and communications reports. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding El Dorado County veteran-owned businesses. Due to COVID-19 protocols, all meeting attendees are required to wear masks.
- Committee reports on housing, budget, and transportation
- Communications' reports from the American Legion Service Officer and EDC Veterans Alliance
- Discussion of El Dorado County veteran-owned businesses
- Ex-officio report from Todd Smith
The El Dorado County Veterans Affairs Commission met on January 13, 2022, with masking and social distancing protocols in place due to the Omicron variant. The meeting was largely procedural, consisting of roll call, approval of the agenda and consent calendar, and receiving reports from committees and communications. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; the only new business item, regarding veteran-owned businesses, was listed but no action was noted.
- Approved agenda and consent calendar (no vote tally recorded)
- Approved minutes from previous meeting (no vote tally recorded)
- Received and filed ex-officio report (no vote tally recorded)
- Received and filed committee reports (no vote tally recorded)
- Received and filed communications reports (no vote tally recorded)
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, January 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 27, 2022.
EDC Commission for Youth and Families
The Commission will hold elections for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson roles, and Secretary. Members will also discuss homelessness data and substance use resources for women and infants. The meeting will continue to be held remotely due to public health recommendations.
- Vote on Executive Commission positions including Chairperson and Secretary
- Discussion of homelessness data with community leaders
- Discussion regarding substance use resources for women and infants
- Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- Decision to continue holding meetings remotely via Zoom
Agricultural Commission
The Commission will review Resolution No. 188-20002 regarding cannabis as a compatible use under the Williamson Act. The agenda also includes consideration of a Williamson Act contract for APN 078-280-016.
- Review of Resolution No. 188-20002 regarding cannabis as a compatible use
- Williamson Act Contract (WAC21-0002/Giorgis) for APN 078-280-016
- Approval of December 8, 2021, meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several items regarding emergency recovery and public health. This includes a budget amendment for Caldor Fire relief and the acceptance of additional federal funding for housing solutions.
- $130,000 budget amendment for El Dorado and Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation Districts Caldor Fire recovery
- Acceptance of $500,000 in additional ESG-CV funding for emergency solutions
- Children’s Medical Services Program budgets with a maximum reimbursement of $1,012,726
- $125,000 increase to Five Star Automotive contract for fleet maintenance in South Lake Tahoe Basin
- Finding that a Local Health Emergency continues due to the Caldor Fire
The Board approved amendments to the Meyers Area Plan allowing Accessory Dwelling Units in MAP-1 and MAP-3 zones, adopting Resolution 010-2022 with a 4-1 vote (Parlin dissenting). It also conceptually approved developing a Livestock Pass Program and an Ag Pass program. The consent calendar was approved with several items, including continued Caldor Fire recovery efforts and a $500,000 grant for homeless services.
- Approved Meyers Area Plan ADU amendments, Resolution 010-2022 (4-1)
- Approved conceptual Livestock Pass and Ag Pass programs (5-0)
- Approved $130,000 for Caldor Fire recovery RCDs (consent)
- Approved $500,000 ESG-CV homeless grant, total $1,216,000 (5-0)
- Approved $139,961 Salvation Army disaster case management contract (consent)
- Continued item 8 (state hospital beds MOU) to Jan 25
- Adopted Resolution 011-2022 changing Traffic Operations Technician bargaining unit (consent)
- Adopted Resolution 012-2022 reallocating Probation staff positions (consent)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to elect its Chair, Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair for 2022. The agenda includes approving a $327,971.81 software contract for the EMS system and several personnel allocation changes. The Board will also consider various appointments to local commissions.
- Election of 2022 Chair, Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair
- $327,971.81 software contract with FirstWatch Solutions, Inc.
- Personnel allocation changes adding 2.1 full-time positions
- Appointments to various county boards and commissions
- Disposal of county surplus property
The Board accepted a donated property at 3447 Clemenger Drive for a future sports complex in Diamond Springs, with Supervisor Parlin voting no due to lack of due diligence. The Board also directed staff to discontinue pursuing a Homekey Round 2 application for the Best Western Inn in Pollock Pines. Several resolutions and agreements were approved on the consent calendar, including a $327,971.81 EMS software agreement and a $400,000 drug treatment services contract.
- Accepted donation of 3447 Clemenger Drive property for sports complex (4-1)
- Discontinued Homekey Round 2 application for Best Western Inn in Pollock Pines (3-2)
- Approved $327,971.81 FirstWatch Solutions EMS software agreement
- Approved $400,000 Bi-Valley Medical Clinic drug treatment services agreement
- Adopted Resolution 013-2022 ratifying local state of emergency for December 2021 storms
- Approved $1,609,148 El Dorado County Fair Association 2022 budget
- Adopted Resolutions 008-2022 and 009-2022 for Prop 68 grant applications
- Approved introduction of Ordinance 5157 requiring electronic campaign filings