Fresno County public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use and emergency items. This includes a resolution opposing federal critical habitat designations in the Southern Sierra Nevada and extending temporary housing permits for Creek Fire victims. The Board will also consider appeals regarding a new gas station and a large sign permit.
- Resolution opposing critical habitat designation for 554,454 acres in Southern Sierra Nevada
- Extension of temporary housing ordinance for Creek Fire victims through 2022
- Meal service contract with Trinity Services Group, Inc. up to $42,617,003
- Appeal regarding a restaurant and gas station near Mendota
- Budget increases of $300,000 for Sheriff's Office vehicles
The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution establishing new supervisorial district boundaries and numerical designations, with Supervisor Quintero voting no. The board also denied an appeal and upheld a conditional use permit for a restaurant, convenience store, and gas station near Interstate 5, and approved a variance for a 55-foot-tall sign on Kings Canyon Road. A resolution opposing a federal critical habitat designation for the Southern Sierra Nevada fisher population was also approved.
- Adopted new supervisorial district boundaries (Resolution 21-374, 4-1)
- Denied appeal, upheld conditional use permit for restaurant/gas station at Panoche Road & I-5 (5-0)
- Approved 55-foot sign variance at 10070 E. Kings Canyon Road, overturning Planning Commission denial (5-0)
- Adopted resolution opposing 554,454-acre fisher critical habitat designation (Resolution 21-373, 5-0)
- Extended interim urgency ordinance for Creek Fire temporary housing through Dec 31, 2022 (Ordinance 21-019, 5-0)
- Approved $42.6M meal service contract for detention facilities (Agreement 21-504, 5-0)
- Approved $7.2M agreement with Fresno Metropolitan Ministry for COVID community health worker network (Agreement 21-539, 5-0)
- Approved $39.1M State Rental Assistance Program allocation (Resolution 21-371, 5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings regarding a $425 million bond issuance for healthcare facilities and the composition of supervisorial districts. The meeting also includes discussions on budget increases for probation and public health departments. Additionally, several service contracts and fee ordinance amendments are on the agenda.
- Public hearing for $425,000,000 bond issuance to finance healthcare facility improvements
- Public hearing regarding supervisorial district composition and draft maps
- Contract with Brink’s U.S. for armored transport services not to exceed $591,000
- Amendment to RR-M Reyna Inc. agreement for decedent removal services up to $2,000,000
- Agreement with Serological Research Institute for Forensic DNA services up to $1,000,000
The Board of Supervisors selected draft map option 'County D' for the new supervisorial district boundaries, directing staff to prepare a resolution for final adoption on December 14, 2021. The vote was 4-1, with Supervisor Quintero dissenting. The board also approved a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, budget adjustments, and agreements, and held a public hearing on a $425 million bond issuance for Community Hospitals of Central California.
- Selected draft supervisorial district map 'County D' (4-1, Quintero no)
- Approved $425M conduit bond issuance for Community Hospitals of Central California (5-0)
- Approved $1.75M Public Health Workforce Development Program grant and 5 new positions (5-0)
- Approved $78,896-$197,880 budget increases for Probation funds and added 3 staff positions (5-0)
- Established ad hoc committee for BOS/CAO office and Agriculture Department building projects (5-0)
- Reappointed Kylene Hashimoto to Behavioral Health Board (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 19-62.1 except 21 and 22 (5-0)
- Approved settlement agreements in National Prescription Opiate Litigation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the composition of supervisorial districts and review draft map recommendations. Members will also hear public comments on community interests related to the proposed boundaries. The agenda includes several land use appeals and grant applications.
- Rezoning 8.38 acres near S. Peach Avenue for light industrial use
- Appeal regarding a restaurant, convenience store, and gas station near I-5
- Public hearing on supervisorial district maps and redistricting
- $1,670,480 grant application for the Boating and Enforcement Aid Program
- Variance appeal for a 75-foot sign on N. McCall Avenue
The Board of Supervisors approved a rezone of 8.38 acres from agricultural to light manufacturing on S. Peach Avenue, adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and approved a related ordinance. The board also approved a liquor license for a Pilot travel center in Huron, continued two appeals to December 14, and directed staff to return with a modified redistricting map (Map 101B) for further consideration. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved rezone of 8.38 acres from AL-20 to M-1(c) on S. Peach Avenue (5-0)
- Approved Determination of Public Convenience for liquor license at 44779 S. Lassen Ave., Huron (5-0)
- Continued appeal of Conditional Use Permit for gas station at Panoche Road & I-5 to Dec. 14 (5-0)
- Continued appeal of sign variance at 10070 E. Kings Canyon Road to Dec. 14 (5-0)
- Directed staff to return with modified redistricting map 101B and options (consensus)
- Approved consent agenda items 18-43, except items 19 and 20 voted separately (5-0)
- Appointed Alma Beltran and Rosemary Alanis to county commissions (5-0)
- Approved $1.67M grant application for Boating and Waterways program (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing an ordinance amendment for supervisorial districts and a variance appeal for a 75-foot sign. The meeting also includes consideration of several grant applications and contract amendments.
- First hearing on amending Supervisorial Districts ordinance
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial for a 75-foot sign at 10070 E. Kings Canyon Road
- Public Health contract amendment increasing Community Health Teams program to $1,790,596
- District Attorney grant for Automobile Insurance Fraud Program ($387,390)
- Internal Services contract amendment with Geil Enterprises for $279,000 total
The Board of Supervisors denied a request for a Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for an alcoholic beverage license (Type 20) for Mega Food Mart at 4706 E. Shields Ave. The board also continued the appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a variance for a 75-foot-tall sign on Kings Canyon Road to November 2, 2021. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, were approved unanimously (5-0).
- Denied alcoholic beverage license request for Mega Food Mart (5-0)
- Continued sign variance appeal (Variance Application No. 4106) to November 2, 2021
- Approved agenda, except item 10 continued (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, except item 18.1 pulled for separate vote (5-0)
- Appointed Supervisor Mendes as CSAC Director and Supervisor Magsig as Alternate for 2022 (5-0)
- Proclaimed October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (5-0)
- Proclaimed October 2021 as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month (5-0)
- Approved board appointments to Clovis Cemetery District, Fire Protection District, and Transportation Authority (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing various contracts and grant applications. The agenda includes decisions on emergency status for drought and fire, as well as several departmental funding updates.
- $7,661,515 Measure C Extension Local Transportation Program Funds claim
- $2,350,000 Capital Financing Letter of Commitment for the Crossroads Village project
- $1,000,000 increase to the HVAC parts and service master agreement
- Extension of local emergency status for the 2020 Creek Fire and Severe Drought
- Lease amendment for Sheriff’s substation at 5717 E. Shields ($144,000 annual rent)
The Board of Supervisors approved a $2,350,000 capital financing letter of commitment for the Crossroads Village project, supporting UPholdings California's application for state funding. The board also directed staff to prepare an ordinance amendment to allow adoption of the final supervisorial boundary map by resolution, to be considered on October 19, 2021. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $2.35M capital financing commitment for Crossroads Village (5-0)
- Directed staff to prepare ordinance for supervisorial map adoption by resolution (5-0)
- Confirmed David Luchini as Public Health Director effective Oct 18, 2021 (5-0)
- Reappointed Scott Rurik, Kulwinder Brar, Esther Carver to boards (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 14-38 except 17, 18, 19, 19.1 (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions continuing local emergencies for Creek Fire and drought (5-0)
- Approved $325,000 grant for DUI probation supervision (5-0)
- Approved $7,661,515 Measure C transportation funds claim (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors appointed County Operating Officer Paul Nerland to the position of County Administrative Officer, effective upon the retirement of current CAO Jean Rousseau. The board also approved a 2.5% salary adjustment for unrepresented, management, senior management, and department head classifications, effective September 20, 2021, and again on September 19, 2022. A request to provide a one-time $500 contribution to the 457(b) accounts of vaccinated employees was continued to a date uncertain, and the confirmation of David Luchini as Director of Public Health was deleted from the agenda.
- Appointed Paul Nerland as County Administrative Officer, effective upon Jean Rousseau's retirement (5-0 vote).
- Approved 2.5% salary adjustments for unrepresented, management, senior management, and department head classifications, effective September 20, 2021 and September 19, 2022.
- Approved the consent agenda, including a $6,588,339 agreement with RH Community Builders for rapid rehousing services at Crossroads Village.
- Approved a retroactive grant application and agreement for the Alcohol and Drug Impaired Driver Vertical Prosecution Program, totaling $505,500.
- Approved staff recommendations on the General Plan update, directing staff to return with options for the Squaw Valley and Shaver Lake community requests.
- Approved an ordinance delegating authority to staff to settle litigation claims up to $50,000.
- Continued the item on a $500 COVID-19 vaccination incentive for employees to a date uncertain.
- Deleted the item to confirm David Luchini as Director of Public Health; it will return at a later date.
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings to review recommended budgets for the 2021-22 fiscal year. These sessions cover the General Fund, Capital Projects, and various enterprise and special revenue funds. The board will consider budget recommendations for numerous county departments and infrastructure projects.
- Review of General Fund budgets for departments including Sheriff-Coroner and Public Health
- Capital Projects budget including West Annex Jail and Juvenile Justice Campus
- Internal Service Funds review for Risk Management, Fleet Services, and IT
- Enterprise Funds review for Disposal Sites and Special Districts
- Recommendation to adopt the FY 2021-22 Final Budget Resolution
The Board of Supervisors held public hearings on the FY 2021-22 proposed budgets, received public testimony on the General Fund, and then adopted the final budget resolution (Resolution No. 21-266) by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The board also closed the budget hearings and adjourned the meeting.
- Adopted FY 2021-22 Final Budget Resolution (5-0)
- Closed FY 2021-22 budget hearings
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution in opposition to PG&E's June 2021 rate increase request and hold a public hearing for $19,600,000 in bonds for Valley Health Team, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning amendments for housing and a $9,273,640 contract for pavement recycling.
- Resolution opposing PG&E's June 2021 General Rate Case filing
- Public hearing for up to $19,600,000 in bonds for Valley Health Team, Inc.
- $9,273,640 contract award for Lincoln Avenue Cold Pavement Recycling
- Zoning amendments regarding employee and farmworker housing
- Appeal of a Planning Commission denial for a 133-lot project near Friant
The Board of Supervisors approved the agenda and consent agenda, with item 14 deleted and items 27.2 and 41 pulled for separate votes. They awarded a $9,273,640 contract for Lincoln Avenue Cold Pavement Recycling to Yarbs Grading & Paving, Inc., after a bid protest hearing. The Board also approved a $761,503 slurry seal contract, granted an appeal to allow increased lot coverage and reduced setbacks for 133 lots near Friant, and adopted a resolution opposing PG&E's rate increase request.
- Approved Contract No. 21-02-C for Lincoln Avenue Cold Pavement Recycling to Yarbs Grading & Paving, Inc. for $9,273,640.
- Approved Contract No. 21-03-M for Slurry Seals to Pavement Coatings Co. for $761,503.
- Granted appeal of Planning Commission's denial, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 3706 for 133 lots near Friant.
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-263 opposing PG&E's June 2021 General Rate Case filing.
- Approved Resolution No. 21-264 for conduit issuance of up to $19.6 million in tax-exempt bonds for Valley Health Team, Inc.
- Approved first hearing of an ordinance to delegate authority to staff to settle litigation against the County.
- Approved first hearing to amend the Master Schedule of Fees for Environmental Health services.
- Approved a $3,467,319 agreement with Fujitsu America, Inc. for a code modernization project.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a staff study for a proposed future Fresno County Business and Industrial Campus covering approximately 2,940 acres. The meeting also includes reports on county homelessness activities and updates on American Rescue Plan Act funding. Additionally, the Board will hear an appeal regarding a permit for a religious facility.
- Study of ~2,940 acres for a proposed Fresno County Business and Industrial Campus
- Appeal of a denied permit for a religious facility on a 5.02-acre parcel
- Retroactive agreement with Election Systems and Software, LLC up to $405,570
- Contract award for Travers Creek at Manning Avenue tree removal
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a 2,940-acre location for further study of a proposed Fresno County Business and Industrial Campus, directing staff to develop an infrastructure assessment. The board also approved a contract for tree removal, overturned a Planning Commission denial to allow a religious facility, and directed staff to revisit homeless priorities. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved 2,940-acre site for Fresno County Business and Industrial Campus study (5-0)
- Awarded $82,000 tree removal contract to Julian Tree Care Inc. (5-0)
- Granted appeal, approved religious facility conditional use permit (5-0)
- Directed staff to revisit homeless priorities and revive Street2Home structure (5-0)
- Approved $7,699,255 transportation funding claim for transit services (5-0)
- Adopted policy prohibiting new speed humps on county roads (5-0)
- Approved $405,570 election equipment maintenance agreement with Election Systems & Software (5-0)
- Approved $7.5M special counsel agreements with two law firms (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors approved a standalone tax sharing agreement with the City of Fresno for the Dakota-Hayes No. 4 Annexation/Reorganization proposal, covering approximately 240.03 acres, including a 486-unit residential subdivision. The board also adopted a resolution supporting safe in-person instruction in schools, approved COVID-19 equity project contract amendments, and authorized litigation against property owners for ordinance violations. Several items were approved on the consent agenda, including contracts for services and grants.
- Approved Dakota-Hayes No. 4 tax sharing agreement with City of Fresno (5-0)
- Adopted resolution supporting safe in-person instruction in schools (5-0)
- Approved COVID-19 equity project contract amendments (4-1)
- Authorized litigation against Faraz Gill and Firdose Gill at 5450 N. Van Ness Blvd (5-0)
- Authorized litigation against EVC Homes LLC at 4910 N. Van Ness Blvd (5-0)
- Approved annual assessments for Tenaya Estates and Renaissance at Bella Vista (5-0)
- Approved vacation of drainage easement at 21872 Eastmere Lane (5-0)
- Approved board appointments to various commissions (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal from California Health Collaborative and approved a five-year, $6,096,760 agreement with Youth Leadership Institute for substance abuse prevention services for youth ages 10-20, with a 4-1 vote. The Board also approved a consent agenda with several notable items, including a $2.9M amendment for Dominion Voting Systems, a $133.6M master agreement for mental health placement beds, and a $2.66M contract for a new Environmental Compliance Center. A COVID-19 equity project amendment was continued to August 10, 2021.
- Rejected California Health Collaborative appeal; approved $6,096,760 contract with Youth Leadership Institute (4-1)
- Approved $2,909,148 amendment with Dominion Voting Systems (4-1)
- Approved $133,577,211 master agreement for mental health placement beds (5-0)
- Awarded $2,660,000 construction contract to BMY Construction for Environmental Compliance Center (5-0)
- Approved $1,400,000 public defender case management system with Aeon Nexus (5-0)
- Continued COVID-19 equity project amendments to August 10, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved cancellation of Williamson Act contract for 1.5-acre homesite parcel (5-0)
- Approved General Plan Amendment for fire station in Millerton Specific Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review the 2021-25 Fresno County Road Improvement Program and a recommended budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes discussions on public health staffing changes and social service grant amendments. Additionally, the Board will consider the purchase of property located at 333 W. Pontiac Way.
- $4,575,000 purchase of 333 W. Pontiac Way, Clovis
- Approval of the 2021-25 Fresno County Road Improvement Program
- Partial cancellation of agricultural land conservation contract for True Organic Products, LLC
- $5,000 allocation for Pine Ridge Volunteer Fire Department
- Public hearing on CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grants
The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of 333 W. Pontiac Way in Clovis from Botfee, LLC for $4,575,000, authorizing the Chairman to execute the purchase/sale contract and the Internal Services Director to finalize escrow. The board also approved the recommended FY 2021-22 budget, the 2021-25 Road Improvement Program, and a partial cancellation of an agricultural land conservation contract for True Organic Products. The board abstained from signing a petition to renew the Downtown Fresno Property and Business Improvement District, directing staff to abstain as well.
- Approved the purchase of 333 W. Pontiac Way, Clovis, for $4,575,000 from Botfee, LLC (Agreement No. 21-234).
- Approved the recommended budget for FY 2021-22, including capital projects.
- Approved the 2021-25 Fresno County Road Improvement Program and adopted Resolution No. 21-201.
- Approved partial cancellation of Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 2093 for True Organic Products, LLC (Resolution No. 21-202).
- Abstained from signing the petition to renew the Downtown Fresno Property and Business Improvement District and directed staff to abstain.
- Approved amendments to the Salary Resolution adding four Public Health positions and deleting one (Salary Resolution No. 21-019).
- Approved the consent agenda, including numerous contracts, agreements, and resolutions, with the exception of item 21 which was approved separately.
- Approved the 2021-25 Fresno County Road Improvement Program and adopted Resolution No. 21-201.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved declaring the former University Medical Center property (approximately 30 acres at E. Kings Canyon Road and S. Cedar Avenue) as surplus and set a minimum sale price of $6,000,000. The board also approved four general engineering job order contracts totaling up to $12 million, and held first hearings on amendments to the Master Schedule of Fees for IT, General Services, and Probation. All votes were 5-0.
- Declared former University Medical Center property surplus, set $6M minimum sale price (5-0)
- Awarded 4 general engineering job order contracts, $3M each, to Ardent General, Avison Construction, Emmett's Excavation, Eslick Construction (5-0)
- Held first hearing to amend IT services fees in Master Schedule (5-0)
- Held first hearing to amend General Services fees (5-0)
- Held first hearing to delete Probation fees for various programs (5-0)
- Reclassified one Principal Administrative Analyst to Project Administrator – Homelessness Liaison (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 16-43 (5-0)
- No board appointments made
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a $3,148,584 contract for the American Avenue and Golden State Blvd intersection. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding water service fee adjustments in County Service Area 39AB. Additionally, the Board will review tax and revenue anticipation notes up to $130,000,000.
- $3,148,584 contract for American Avenue and Golden State Blvd intersection improvements
- Issuance of County tax and revenue anticipation notes not exceeding $130,000,000
- Public hearing on water service fee adjustments for County Service Area 39AB
- $1,500,000 contract for Voter Information Guide printing with Toppan Merrill LLC
- $2,500,000 contract for ballot printing services with Integrated Voting Systems Inc.
The Board of Supervisors approved the issuance of up to $130 million in tax and revenue anticipation notes for 2021-22, and adopted increased water service fees for County Service Area 39AB (Beran Way/Prospect) effective July 1, 2021, after finding no majority protest. The board also awarded a $3,148,584 contract for American Avenue and Golden State Blvd intersection improvements to AJ Excavation, rejecting a bid protest. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved $130M tax and revenue anticipation notes (5-0)
- Adopted increased water service fees for CSA 39AB Beran Way/Prospect (5-0)
- Awarded $3,148,584 contract for American Ave/Golden State Blvd improvements to AJ Excavation (5-0)
- Rejected bid protest from Avison Construction (5-0)
- Appointed 11 commissioners to 2021 Advisory Redistricting Commission (5-0)
- Authorized litigation against property owners at 5403 Colombia Drive North for fence encroachment (4-0, Quintero recused)
- Approved $703.7M conduit bond issuance for Republic Services solid waste facilities (5-0)
- Approved $1.5M voter information guide printing agreement with Toppan Merrill (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding community development, housing, and homeless grant programs. The Board is also reviewing an appeal to rezone a 1.74-acre parcel for light manufacturing. Other items include building contracts and historic site designations.
- Public hearing for community development, housing, and homeless grant programs
- Appeal of rezoning a 1.74-acre parcel to M-1(c) Light Manufacturing
- Building job order contracts up to $5,185,091.94
- Designation of Thomas Law Reed Home Ranch on the Register of Historic Places
- $452,764 agreement for boating safety and enforcement
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to uphold the Planning Commission's denial of a rezone application for a 1.74-acre parcel from agricultural to light manufacturing use. The board also approved several contracts, including a $2.7 million bridge replacement project and three general building job order contracts. All votes were unanimous.
- Denied rezone of 1.74-acre parcel from AL-20 to M-1(c) (5-0)
- Awarded Sand Creek Bridge Replacement contract to Agee Construction Corp for $2,697,777 (5-0)
- Awarded three General Building Job Order Contracts, each max $5,185,091.94 (5-0)
- Approved 2021-22 Annual Action Plan for community development, housing, and homeless grants (5-0)
- Adopted resolution allowing rehired FCERA members to purchase prior service (5-0)
- Approved appointments to boards and commissions (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with item 31 deleted (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting. The agenda includes a resolution to proclaim and ratify a local emergency resulting from drought.
- Resolution proclaiming and ratifying a Local Emergency as a result of the drought
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 21-126 proclaiming and ratifying a local emergency due to drought, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting included public presentations and committee reports, including discussion of American Recovery Act funding and drought-related concerns.
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-126 proclaiming local drought emergency (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold hearings on ordinances regarding mobile home park rent stabilization and speed limit updates. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Juvenile Justice Realignment Plan.
- First hearing on Mobile Home Park Rent Review and Stabilization ordinance
- Ordinance amendment to update speed limits based on traffic studies
- Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for print and mail services up to $1,800,000
- Agreement with UPH Butterfly Gardens, LP for supportive housing ($9,327,580)
- Aircraft maintenance contract with DFC, Inc. up to $4,000,000
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to continue the first hearing on the proposed Mobile Home Park Rent Review and Stabilization ordinance to a date uncertain, effectively tabling it. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included a $5.26 million contract for bridge replacements on Manning Avenue, and established the 2021 Advisory Redistricting Commission. Several other items were received, including the Juvenile Justice Realignment Plan and a public meeting review plan.
- Continued mobile home rent stabilization ordinance to date uncertain (5-0)
- Approved $5,260,535 contract for James Bypass Bridge Replacements on Manning Avenue (5-0)
- Established 2021 Advisory Redistricting Commission; application period April 27-May 14 (5-0)
- Approved sale of seven tax-defaulted properties to Habitat for Humanity for $27,900 (5-0)
- Approved $4,000,000 aircraft maintenance agreement with Advanced Helicopter Services (5-0)
- Approved $1,800,000 print/mail services agreement with InfoSend, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $1,508,867 lease with Fresno Community Hospital for asthma/diabetes education (5-0)
- Approved $907,875 sole-source agreement with Fresno Child Abuse Prevention Council (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will determine whether to establish a Supervisorial Redistricting Commission or complete the redistricting process without one. They will also consider repealing ordinances and environmental reports related to the Friant Ranch Specific Plan. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of landfill contract awards and sheriff fee amendments.
- Decision on establishing a Supervisional Redistricting Commission
- $1,998,421 contract for American Avenue Disposal Site improvements
- Repeal of Friant Ranch Specific Plan ordinances and environmental reports
- Amendments to Sheriff's Office fees and charges
- Alcoholic Beverage License application at 6012 S. Elm Ave.
The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to repeal Fresno County's COVID-19 emergency declaration and directed the County Administrative Officer to coordinate with departments to begin opening to the public as soon as possible. The board also created an 11-member advisory redistricting commission, approved a $1.99 million landfill gas contract, and authorized litigation against CMG Construction Management Inc. over a failed UMC transaction. Supervisor Quintero cast the sole dissenting vote on the emergency repeal.
- Repealed COVID-19 emergency declaration and directed reopening of county departments (4-1, Quintero no)
- Created 11-member advisory redistricting commission with board and CAO nominations (5-0)
- Awarded $1,998,421 landfill gas contract to BSE General Engineering after protest hearing (5-0)
- Authorized litigation against CMG Construction Management Inc. for breach of contract (4-0, Quintero recused)
- Approved letter to Governor requesting water emergency declaration for westside deliveries (5-0)
- Approved $16.58 million COVID-19 rent relief program participation (5-0)
- Approved $6 million school-based mental health services agreement with Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (5-0)
- Approved $27 million increase to child welfare mental health services agreement, total $107 million (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review the mid-year budget report for fiscal year 2020-21 and discuss upcoming budget schedules. Members will also consider funding increases for community development and housing programs. Additionally, the Board will address contract amendments related to COVID-19 testing and treatment in jails.
- $5,261,182 increase to California Forensic Medical Group contract for jail COVID-19 services
- Funding increases of $253,282 for CDBG and $109,565 for HOME programs
- Partial cancellation of Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 5705 on Thompson Avenue
- $3,223,669 budget increase for inmate population costs due to COVID-19
- $1,000,000 budget increase for jail equipment including vehicles and radios
The Board of Supervisors approved the mid-year budget report for fiscal year 2020-21 and set the schedule for the 2021-22 budget, with a recommended budget due by June 22, 2021 and proposed adjustments starting September 13, 2021. The board also adopted changes to the state legislative platform, including support for local oil and gas and specific positions on state bills. A partial cancellation of a Williamson Act agricultural contract was approved, and the board accepted the 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report.
- Approved agenda and consent agenda (items 18-50) unanimously.
- Adopted changes to the Fresno County State Legislative Platform, including support for local oil and gas and positions on AB 1078, SB 467, and SB 559.
- Approved the mid-year budget report and the schedule for the FY 2021-22 budget.
- Approved partial cancellation of Williamson Act contract No. 5705 for a 2.5-acre parcel near Sanger.
- Approved amendments to the 2020-21 Annual Action Plan for additional CDBG and HOME funding.
- Adopted the 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report.
- Reappointed Raine Bumatay to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board.
- Approved consent agenda items including contracts, budget resolutions, and resolutions.
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review financing for the West Annex Jail project involving approximately $79.2 million in bonds. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the District Attorney and Probation departments and new water conservation stages.
- $79.2 million bond financing for the West Annex Jail project
- $181,782 budget increase for District Attorney positions and services
- $280,500 SAKI Grant Program agreement with the City of Fresno
- First hearing on amending local emergency continuation ordinances
- Declaration of new water conservation stages for specific districts
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the financing of the West Annex Jail project through the issuance of lease revenue bonds, including ratifying prior agreements and authorizing subordination of certain contractor agreements. The Board also declared water conservation stages for County Service Area No. 39 and Waterworks District No. 40, and appointed James Kus as Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters. Additionally, the Board approved a consent agenda with several items, including agreements for Ford vehicle maintenance, COVID-19 vaccination services, and emergency shelter services.
- Approved resolution authorizing the West Annex Jail project financing via lease revenue bonds (Resolution 21-052).
- Declared water conservation stages for County Service Area No. 39 and Waterworks District No. 40 (Resolutions 21-054, 21-055).
- Appointed James Kus as Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.
- Approved consent agenda, including agreements for Ford vehicle maintenance, COVID-19 vaccination services, and emergency shelter services.
- Approved salary resolution adding positions to the District Attorney's office (Salary Resolution 21-008).
- Approved agreement with City of Fresno for the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (Agreement 21-073).
- Held first hearing to amend ordinance on local emergency continuations, set second hearing for March 23, 2021.
- Authorized participation as amicus in Ghost Golf et al. v. Newsom lawsuit (3-1 vote).
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing updates on COVID-19 vaccinations and the county's federal legislative platform. The agenda also includes several contract amendments and petitions regarding agricultural land conservation.
- Ratification of $13,900,330 in US Department of the Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance
- Petition for partial cancellation of Agricultural Land Conservation Contract on East Huntsman Avenue
- Amendment to JP Marketing agreement increasing total maximum to $6,072,223
- Contract amendment for polygraph testing services up to $705,000
- Grant application for Community Power Resiliency Allocation of $157,500
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to appoint James Kus to the office of County Clerk/Registrar of Voters, contingent upon a final background check. The board also ratified acceptance of a $13,900,330 federal Emergency Rental Assistance award to support eligible renter households. Additionally, the board approved a partial cancellation of an agricultural land conservation contract and reappointed members to several boards and committees.
- Appointed James Kus as County Clerk/Registrar of Voters, contingent on background check (5-0).
- Ratified acceptance of $13,900,330 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds.
- Approved partial cancellation of Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 2823 (Resolution 21-040).
- Reappointed Cheri Kekaha, Pamela Hancock, and Sophia Ramos to various boards/committees.
- Approved consent agenda including proclamations, agreements, and contract awards.
- Awarded water system improvement contract to Teichert Construction for $2,866,888.
- Approved water transfer agreement with Arvin-Edison Water Storage District for $574,750.
- Approved amended template for Non-Exclusive Waste Hauler Agreements.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors approved a variance application (No. 4059) that the Planning Commission had denied, allowing creation of three substandard-sized parcels with reduced lot width, depth, and setbacks in the AL-20 zone at 4955 E. Belmont Avenue. The board also approved a zoning ordinance amendment (No. T-095-379) establishing new fencing requirements for urban residential zones, and adopted resolutions to vacate road right-of-way portions on East Belmont and East Sumner Avenues for security gates. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved Variance Application No. 4059 for three substandard parcels at 4955 E. Belmont Avenue (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. T-095-379 amending fencing requirements in urban residential zones (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-032 vacating road right-of-way on East Belmont Avenue for a security gate (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-033 vacating road right-of-way on East Sumner Avenue for a security gate (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 15-34, except item 17 pulled for separate vote (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-031 honoring retired Cal Fire Chief Mark Johnson (5-0)
- Approved $9M agreement with ConvergeOne for Cisco networking products (5-0)
- Approved $1.6M agreement with City of Fresno for police officers on Adult Compliance Team (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors approved a rezone of a 6.58-acre parcel at E. North Avenue and S. Willow Avenue from AL-20 to M-1(c) for light industrial uses, adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration. They also approved a variance for a 1.18-acre parcel on South Rolinda Avenue, overturning the Planning Commission's denial, and denied an appeal to overturn the denial of a solid waste processing facility permit. The board approved a letter to Governor Newsom requesting additional vaccine and added several public health positions.
- Approved rezone of 6.58-acre parcel to M-1(c) (5-0)
- Approved variance for 1.18-acre parcel on South Rolinda Ave (4-1)
- Denied appeal of solid waste facility permit denial (5-0)
- Approved letter to Governor Newsom for additional vaccine (5-0)
- Added 14 public health positions (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with exception of item 17 (5-0)
- Reappointed members to various boards and commissions (5-0)
- Approved salary resolution adding COVID Vaccinator classification (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review a COVID-19 response update and several board appointments. The meeting also includes proposals to amend salary resolutions for Human Resources and the District Attorney's office.
- $200,000 increase to Integrated Voting Systems contract for ballot printing, totaling $4,000,000
- Master Agreement for polygraph testing services not to exceed $705,000
- Approval of a $376,101 Department of Justice grant for forensic DNA backlog reduction
- $235,000 budget resolution for prisoner transport and non-patrol vehicle up-fitting
- Ordinance amending the County Code regarding Public Nuisance Administrative Abatement Procedure
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
This meeting consists of administrative procedures, including the administration of oaths of office to three supervisors and the designation of officers. The Board will also hold a closed session to consult on potential threats to public services or facilities.
- Oath of office for Supervisors Steve Brandau, Sal Quintero, and Nathan Magsig
- Designation of Board officers
- Closed session consultation regarding threats to public services or facilities