Lassen County public meetings in 2021

Board of Supervisors

The board approved a sole-source professional services contract with Timothy Prentiss and Prentiss Law Office to provide public defender services, at a cost of $792,000 ($66,000 per month). The board also approved the hire of a District Attorney Investigator at Step E (not Step G as initially listed), and approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution on employer medical contributions, prison trial cost reports, November 23 meeting minutes, and a correctional sergeant job description change. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $792K public defender contract with Prentiss Law Office (5-0)
• Approved hire of District Attorney Investigator at Step E (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 21-062A on medical contributions (5-0)
• Received and filed prison trial cost reimbursement reports (consent)
• Approved November 23, 2021 meeting minutes (consent)
• Approved correctional sergeant job description modifications (consent)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review a new redistricting plan and an update to the 1989 Noise Element. Other items include a $350,000 vaccine awareness contract and a $1,989,989 road paving project.

• $1,989,989 contract award for Punkin Center Road CR 417 asphalt overlay
• $350,000 subcontract with Public Health Institute for COVID-19 vaccine awareness
• Resolution adopting a Redistricting Plan for Lassen County
• Correction to motor grader bid award of $342,342
• Review of local emergency proclamations for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID

The Board of Supervisors adopted a redistricting plan for Lassen County by a 3-2 vote, with Supervisors Hemphill and Hammond dissenting. They also adopted an updated Noise Element and implementing ordinance, and approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $1,989,989 road project bid and a $350,000 COVID-19 vaccine outreach subcontract.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-059 for redistricting plan Proposal 3 (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-058 and Ordinance No. 2021-04 updating the Noise Element (5-0)
• Approved $1,989,989 bid to Hat Creek Construction for Punkin Center Road CR 417 rehab (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 subcontract with Public Health Institute for COVID-19 vaccine outreach (5-0)
• Approved amendments to agreements with 11 health contractors (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-060 granting Caltrans signing authority to CAO or Public Works Director (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-057 for Boating and Waterways financial aid application (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including motor grader bid correction to $342,342 and tax sale resolution (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021 redistricting and remapping of supervisorial districts. The agenda also includes labor negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association and potential re-appointments to the Milford Fire Protection District. Additionally, the Board will consider a purchase for jail security lighting.

• Public hearing on 2021 supervisorial redistricting and remapping process
• Approval of $39,865.98 for inmate area security lighting in the county jail
• Re-appointment consideration for Sandy Jansen, Colleen Snook, and Irene Doyle to Milford Fire Protection District
• Resolution authorizing staff to obtain FEMA, DHS, and Cal OES financial assistance

The Board held a public hearing on the 2021 redistricting process and directed staff to continue with Proposal 3, which was recommended by the County Clerk-Recorder's Office. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a resolution for federal and state emergency management funding, and approved the purchase of security lighting for the jail at a cost of $39,865.98. Reappointments to the Milford Fire Protection District were approved for Sandy Jansen, Colleen Snook, and Irene Doyle. No reportable action was taken in closed session regarding labor negotiations with the Lassen County Deputy Sheriffs Association.

• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including Resolution No. 21-056 for emergency management funding.
• Approved the purchase of jail security lighting for $39,865.98.
• Approved reappointments to the Milford Fire Protection District for Sandy Jansen, Colleen Snook, and Irene Doyle.
• Directed staff to continue with Proposal 3 for the 2021 redistricting of supervisorial districts.
• Received and filed the Personnel Movement Report for September 2021.
• Approved the meeting minutes of October 19, 2021.
• Held a closed session on labor negotiations with no reportable action.

Board of Supervisors

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-003, which repeals prior ordinances and allows supervisorial district boundary adjustments to be made by resolution. The board also tabled the Noise Element update and continued its public hearing to a future date. Additionally, the board approved resolutions for housing navigator and transitional housing program funding, and approved the consent agenda.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-003 (5-0)
• Tabled Noise Element update and continued public hearing (3-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 21-053 and 21-054 for housing programs (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts and training request (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda as amended, including resolutions for the Child Advocacy Center and Dixie Fire health emergency, and continued local emergency proclamations. They also approved a Memorandum of Understanding for Community Wildfire Protection Planning, approved position reclassifications, and made annual committee appointments for 2022. The Golden State Natural Resources presentation was pulled from the agenda and postponed.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (4-0, Hammond absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-049 for Child Advocacy Center funding (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-050 confirming Dixie Fire health emergency (consent)
• Continued local emergency resolutions for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID (consent)
• Approved position reclassifications for three administrative positions (4-0)
• Approved MOU for Community Wildfire Protection Planning (4-0)
• Approved 2022 committee appointments with Albaugh primary, Bridges alternate (4-0)
• Adopted Veterans Proclamation (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider contract awards for a new motor grader and a generator replacement project. The meeting also includes a request to refund building permit fees and a review of local emergency resolutions. Additionally, the Board will receive personnel and prison trial cost reports.

• Bid award for one Caterpillar Motor Grader to Cashman Equipment Company for $337,837.50
• Contract award for Sheriff Administration Building Generator Replacement Project up to $175,028
• Request by Michael Frederick to refund $20,097.20 of Building Permit# 2021-018
• Review of local emergency resolutions for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved several items, including a $337,837.50 bid for a new Caterpillar motor grader, a $159,116 contract for a generator replacement at the Sheriff Administration Building, and continuation of local emergency resolutions. A request for a $20,097.20 building permit fee refund was denied. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $337,837.50 bid to Cashman Equipment for new Caterpillar motor grader (5-0)
• Awarded $159,116 contract to Converse Construction for Sheriff Administration Building generator replacement (5-0)
• Continued local emergency resolutions for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID (5-0)
• Denied $20,097.20 building permit fee refund request by Michael Frederick (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel report, prison trial cost reports, and Sept 21 minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet for closed sessions regarding litigation exposure and labor negotiations with SEIU Local 2015. The agenda also includes service proclamations, employee recognition, and a workforce development update.

• Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 2015
• Service Proclamation for Janice Foster
• 20-year awards for Leslie Easley and Scott Nordstrom
• Alliance for Workforce Development annual update
• Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors met on October 19, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, which included the September 7, 2021 meeting minutes and miscellaneous correspondence. The board also adopted a service proclamation for Janice Foster and recognized two employees for 20 years of service. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely ceremonial and procedural.

• Approved consent agenda including September 7, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted service proclamation for Janice Foster (5-0)
• Recognized Leslie Easley and Scott Nordstrom for 20 years of service

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a $3,098,289 contract for the Center Road CR 215 Rehab C Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project, with change orders authorized up to $464,743. The board also approved several other items including a $77,726 heavy-duty truck purchase, a $66,521 PSPS mitigation grant, and a $43,000 environmental health services contract. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Hammond absent.

• Awarded $3,098,289 Center Road rehab contract to Hat Creek Construction (4-0)
• Approved $77,726 heavy-duty truck purchase from Silveria Chevrolet (4-0)
• Approved $66,521.78 PSPS mitigation grant agreement (4-0)
• Approved $43,000 CAEHA environmental health services contract (4-0)
• Approved $2,500 purchase of two modular buildings from Lassen County Office of Education (4-0)
• Approved vacation compensation for Correctional Deputy Jason Langslet (4-0)
• Approved Grand Jury response report (4-0)
• Appointed Jon Cross to Lake Forest Fire Protection District (4-0)

Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Special Meeting

The Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District held a special meeting on October 4, 2021, and adopted its final budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 in the amount of $30,000 via Resolution No. 21-02. The board also approved the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting and received a report on the development of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin. No public comments were made during the budget hearing.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-02 approving the $30,000 FY 2021-2022 final budget (7-0)
• Approved the April 27, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Received report on Groundwater Sustainability Plan development (no action taken)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings to adopt the 2021-2022 county budget and set tax rates. The agenda also includes an urgency ordinance for debris removal following the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires. Additionally, the board will consider budgets for the Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV.

• Adoption of 2021-2022 County Budget with a $38,456,102 appropriations limit
• Urgency ordinance for debris removal on properties damaged by the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires
• Approval of a $50,000 grant for medication-assisted treatment in county jails
• Adoption of 2021-2022 Honey Lake TV budget and user fees
• Travel authorization for Sheriff's Department SWAT training costing approximately $2,897.76

The Board of Supervisors adopted the FY 2021-2022 county budget, setting the appropriations limit at $38,456,102 and approving the budget, tax rate, and fund transfers. The board also adopted budgets for the Bieber Lighting District and County Service Area #1 (Honey Lake TV), and enacted an urgency ordinance regulating debris removal from properties damaged by the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Hammond absent.

• Adopted Resolution 21-045 establishing FY 2021-2022 appropriations limit of $38,456,102 and approving county budget (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-046 approving Bieber Lighting District FY 2021/2022 budget of $3,575 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-047 approving County Service Area #1 (Honey Lake TV) budget of $110,600 and TV user fees of $25/single-family and $10/multi-family unit (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-02 establishing debris removal regulations for properties damaged by Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including continuation of local emergencies, deputy SWAT training authorization, $50,000 MAT grant agreement, and CDSS agreement #21-5021 (4-0)
• Reappointed Supervisor Gallagher as regular and Supervisor Bridges as alternate to CSAC for 2021-2022 (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold public hearings to adopt the 2021-2022 Lassen County budget and set an appropriations limit of up to $38,456,102. They will also consider budgets for the Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV service area.

• Adoption of 2021-2022 Lassen County budget with a $38,456,102 appropriations limit
• Approval of 2021/2022 Bieber Lighting District budget of $3,575
• Honey Lake TV 2021/2022 budget and user fees for single and multi-family units
• Bid award for heating oil-diesel #2 to Harbert Oil Company
• Approval of SB-1 road maintenance project list with $2,681,927 in anticipated revenue

The Board of Supervisors, with three of five members present, approved the consent agenda, awarded fuel bids, and adopted the SB-1 road funding resolution. The FY 2021-2022 county budget hearing was opened and then continued to the September 28 meeting so absent Supervisor Albaugh could review it. The Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV budgets were also continued to the same date.

• Approved consent agenda including heating oil and propane bid awards (3-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 21-044 approving SB-1 RMRA project list and $2,681,927 in funding (3-0, 2 absent)
• Continued FY 2021-2022 county budget hearing to Sept. 28 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Continued Bieber Lighting District budget hearing to Sept. 28 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Continued County Service Area #1 Honey Lake TV budget hearing to Sept. 28 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Postponed Agricultural Commissioner performance evaluation due to lack of quorum

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board will review local emergency resolutions regarding the Beckwourth Complex Fire and COVID-19. They will also consider ratifying a memorandum of understanding with UPEC and an amendment to a bridge design contract.

• $50,000 increase to Morrison Structures, Inc. contract for bridge design services
• Ratification of MOU between Lassen County and UPEC, Local 792
• Review of Beckwourth Complex Fire and COVID-19 emergency resolutions
• Resolution for the Golden State Connect Authority agreement
• Real property negotiations for APN 123-200-018 and APN 123-020-006

The Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda as amended, which included ratifying a three-year Memorandum of Understanding with UPEC Local 792 for general unit employees, adopting Resolution No. 21-043 for the Golden State Connect Authority, and continuing local emergency proclamations for the Beckwourth Complex Fire. The board also approved a $50,000 seventh amendment to an agreement with Morrison Structures, Inc. for bridge design services. Closed session items on litigation, labor negotiations, and real property negotiations resulted in no reportable actions, except direction given to staff on two property negotiations.

• Approved the consent agenda as amended (4-0, Hammond absent).
• Ratified the MOU between Lassen County and UPEC Local 792 for general unit employees (Sept 7, 2021 – June 30, 2024).
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-043 authorizing the Golden State Connect Authority Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement.
• Continued Resolution No. 21-033 (Local Emergency) and Resolution No. 21-038 (Local Health Emergency) for the Beckwourth Complex Fire.
• Approved the seventh amendment to the agreement with Morrison Structures, Inc., increasing the contract from $306,770 to $356,770 for bridge design services.
• Received and filed the Treasurer's Fund Balance Report, Investment Report, and prison trial cost reimbursement reports for July 2021.
• Approved the meeting minutes of August 24, 2021.
• Gave direction to staff on two real property negotiations (APNs 123-200-018 and 123-020-006) in closed session.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing on permanent weight limit restrictions for Whitehead Slough Bridge. Members will also receive updates regarding forest restoration following the Dixie Fire and shelter status. Additionally, several service contracts and fee waivers are up for consideration.

• Public hearing for weight limit restrictions on Whitehead Slough Bridge 7C-70
• Probation Department contract with Lassen Interventions not to exceed $150,000
• ECORP Consulting agreement amendment increasing total cost to $153,470
• ECORP Consulting agreement for Rehab B Project in the amount of $38,800
• Fee waiver for Lassen Family Services use of Susanville Veterans Memorial Building

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 21-040, permanently posting weight limits on Whitehead Slough Bridge 7C-70 on Capezolli Lane. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included ratifying a local health emergency proclamation related to the Dixie Fire, approving a contract with Lassen Interventions (not to exceed $150,000), and approving amendments to agreements with ECORP Consulting, Inc. for environmental and engineering services. Additionally, the Board approved waiving the fee (estimated $600-$1,000) for Lassen Family Services to use the Susanville Veterans Memorial Building for a fundraising event, and ratified an agreement with CAL FIRE for use of the Lassen County Fairgrounds for the Dixie Fire incident.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-040, permanently posting weight limits on Whitehead Slough Bridge 7C-70 on Capezolli Lane.
• Approved the consent agenda, including ratifying a Proclamation of Local Health Emergency relative to the Dixie Fire.
• Approved a contract with Lassen Interventions for probation services, not to exceed $150,000.
• Approved a first amendment to an agreement with ECORP Consulting, Inc., increasing the contract to $153,470 for environmental and engineering services.
• Approved a new agreement with ECORP Consulting, Inc. for the Rehab B Project in the amount of $38,800.
• Approved waiving the fee (estimated $600-$1,000) for Lassen Family Services to use the Susanville Veterans Memorial Building for a fundraising event.
• Ratified an agreement between CAL FIRE and Lassen County for use of the Lassen County Fairgrounds for the Dixie Fire incident.
• Approved the meeting minutes of August 10, 2021.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider recovering administrative penalties via a lien for a nuisance on Marr Road. They will also review emergency resolutions related to COVID-19 and the Sheep Fire. Additionally, the Board will consider an ordinance amending probation fees.

• Public hearing regarding administrative penalties at 739-950 Marr Rd
• Ordinance amending Title 3 of the County Code regarding probation fees
• Appointment of Heather Masotti-Summers to Big Valley Recreation District
• Amendment to the County Purchasing and Contracting Policy
• Travel authorization for training totaling approximately $2,999.88

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved a letter to USDA and Forest Service officials expressing no confidence in Plumas National Forest's wildfire management, with an amendment adding CAL FIRE to the list of appreciated frontline workers. The board also continued the local COVID-19 emergency declarations, terminated the Sheep Fire emergency, adopted a resolution for a nuisance abatement lien, and approved several other items including a probation fee ordinance and a letter to the insurance commissioner.

• Approved letter to USDA/Forest Service criticizing Plumas National Forest wildfire management (4-0)
• Continued local COVID-19 emergency declarations (Resolution 20-014, 20-015)
• Terminated Sheep Fire local emergency (Resolution 20-039, 2020-04)
• Adopted Resolution 21-039 for nuisance abatement lien on Marr Rd property (4-0)
• Appointed Heather Masotti-Summers to Big Valley Recreation District (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Surprise Valley Electrification letter, purchasing policy amendment, and minutes
• Approved letter to Insurance Commissioner Lara re fire insurance coverage (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-01 amending probation fees (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors ratified a local emergency proclamation for the Dixie Fire and a local health emergency for the Beckwourth Complex Fire, both approved unanimously (4-0, with one absence). They also approved a parcel map for a homesite segregation and the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Ratified Dixie Fire local emergency proclamation (4-0)
• Ratified Beckwourth Complex Fire local health emergency (4-0)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 2020-003 for Jared and Tamera Hancock (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 22 and July 20, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda as amended, which included agreements for psychiatric inpatient services, a truancy reduction MOU, and a youth wellness program award. They also approved appointments to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board and a letter of support for the Lassen Fire Safe Council. The board adopted a retirement proclamation and recognized employees for years of service.

• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including agreements with Butte County and Restpadd for psychiatric services, a truancy reduction MOU, and a youth wellness program award to Lassen Interventions.
• Approved the appointment of Angela Reed to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board.
• Approved a letter of support for Lassen Fire Safe Council's grant application.
• Approved the agreement designating Northern California EMS as the Local EMS Agency for 2021/2022.
• Approved travel authorization for two Child Support Services staff to attend a leadership symposium in Texas.
• Adopted a proclamation recognizing retirements of county employees.
• Recognized employees for 10, 15, 20, and 35 years of service.
• Postponed items D3 and D5, and pulled item D6 from the agenda.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors ratified Resolution No. 21-033, confirming a local emergency declaration for the Sugar Fire, and approved the consent agenda as amended. Several items were pulled for discussion, including election authorization, consolidation of elections, a public health job description, a juvenile detention MOU, and equipment replacement. All pulled items were approved, with the election authorization resolution passing 3-1. The board also introduced an ordinance amending probation fees and approved a foster youth services MOU.

• Ratified Resolution No. 21-033 proclaiming local emergency for Sugar Fire (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-034 authorizing elections in 2021 (3-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-035 consolidating elections and sharing costs (4-0)
• Approved revised Public Health Program Assistant job description (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Butte County for juvenile detention at $150/day (4-0)
• Awarded bid to A2Z Laundry Services for jail laundry equipment at $45,778.06 (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending probation fees, waived first reading (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Lassen County Office of Education for Foster Youth Services (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct eight public hearings regarding the recovery of administrative penalties for public nuisances. These items involve potential liens against properties in Ravendale, Termo, Bieber, Janesville, and Doyle. The Board will also meet in closed session to discuss litigation and labor negotiations.

• Eight public hearings regarding administrative penalties for public nuisances
• Closed session discussion of Harsh vs. Lassen County litigation
• Labor negotiations with Lassen County Peace Officers Management Assn. (LCPOMA)
• Potential liens on properties including 530-860 Tuledad Road and Marr Road

The Board of Supervisors held public hearings and adopted resolutions to record liens against eight properties for failure to abate public nuisances, with two items tabled or amended. The Board also approved a partial 2021-2022 road budget with $13.48 million in construction expenditures and $480,000 in capital outlay, and continued the local COVID-19 emergency for 60 days.

• Adopted Resolution 21-025 ordering a lien for penalties on property at 530-860 Tuledad Road, Ravendale (APN 047-060-024).
• Adopted Resolution 21-026 ordering a lien for penalties on property on Marr Road, Ravendale (APN 047-100-062).
• Adopted Resolution 21-028 as amended ordering a lien for penalties on property at 661-720 County Road A2, Bieber (APN 003-090-044).
• Adopted Resolution 21-030 as amended ordering a lien for penalties on property at 736-500 Marr Rd., Ravendale (APN 047-090-030).
• Adopted Resolution 21-031 ordering a lien for penalties on property on Marr Rd., Ravendale (APN 047-090-028).
• Adopted Resolution 21-032 as amended ordering a lien for penalties on property at 441-950 Deddie Do Ln., Doyle (APN 139-220-031).
• Tabled the nuisance lien item for property at 739-950 Marr Rd., Ravendale (APN 047-100-044) to a future meeting.
• Approved the 2021-2022 partial road budget: $480,000 for capital outlay and $13,480,000 for road construction.

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved three resolutions: adopting the Victim/Witness Assistance Program grant application, opting out of AB1976 assisted outpatient treatment, and accepting the BSCC Indigent Defense Grant. The consent agenda was approved as amended, including discretionary fund donations requested by supervisors. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Adopted Resolution 21-022 for the Victim/Witness Assistance Program grant application
• Adopted Resolution 21-023 to opt out of AB1976 Mental Health Services
• Adopted Resolution 21-024 accepting the BSCC Indigent Defense Grant
• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including discretionary fund donations
• Approved a proclamation recognizing Joe Vicondoa's retirement
• Recognized employees Samantha Sam and Alex Smith for 20 years of service

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the recommended budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The agenda includes allocating Federal Title III funds to the Lassen Fire Safe Council and the Sheriff’s Department. Additionally, the Board will receive an economic impact analysis regarding the California Correctional Center closure.

• Allocation of $59,383 in Federal Title III funding to Lassen Fire Safe Council Inc.
• Allocation of $78,163 and $34,355 in Federal Title III funding to the Lassen County Sheriff’s Department
• Resolution adopting the recommended budget for fiscal year July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
• Economic impact analysis of the California Correctional Center closure
• Agreement with Sierra Vista Hospital for acute psychiatric inpatient care

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved the recommended budget for fiscal year July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022, via Resolution No. 21-021, allowing departments to continue operations before final budget adoption. The board also approved several other items, including agreements for weed management, banking services, Title III funding allocations, and a side letter agreement with the Peace Officers Association. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Hammond absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-021 for FY 2021-22 recommended budget (4-0)
• Approved Cooperative Agreement for noxious weed control with California Dept. of Food and Agriculture (4-0)
• Approved extension of banking services to US Bank (4-0)
• Approved $59,383 Title III allocation to Lassen Fire Safe Council (4-0)
• Approved $78,163 (2019-20) and $34,355 (2020-21) plus interest Title III allocation to Sheriff's Dept. (4-0)
• Ratified Side Letter Agreement with Lassen County Peace Officers Association (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel reports, minutes, and Sierra Vista Hospital agreement (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a large-scale bridge replacement project and an affordable housing predevelopment agreement. The agenda also includes reviews of COVID-19 emergency proclamations and various departmental appointments.

• $6,955,559 contract award for Hackstaff Road Bridges 7C-12 & 7C-81 Replacement Project
• MOU with Danco Communities for affordable housing predevelopment
• $95,000 annual agreement with Law Office of Jessica Ryan Keeney
• Review of local emergency proclamations regarding COVID-19
• Application for a $200,000 Off Highway Vehicle Grant

The Board of Supervisors awarded the Hackstaff Road Bridges 7C-12 & 7C-81 Replacement Project contract to Hat Creek Construction and Materials, Inc. for $6,955,559, with authorization for change orders up to $700,000. The board also approved a no-cost MOU with Danco Communities for predevelopment of an affordable housing project under the No Place Like Home program, and allowed local COVID-19 emergency proclamations to expire on June 19, 2021. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Hammond absent.

• Awarded Hackstaff Road bridge replacement contract to Hat Creek Construction for $6,955,559 (4-0)
• Approved no-cost MOU with Danco Communities for affordable housing predevelopment (4-0)
• Took no action to allow COVID-19 local emergency proclamations to expire June 19, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved $95,000/year child support services agreement with Law Office of Jessica Ryan Keeney (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 21-020 to apply for Off Highway Vehicle Grant for Fort Sage Road (4-0)
• Approved $14,700 budget transfer from Ag Commission to Predatory Animal fund (4-0)
• Appointed Jesse Midgley to Fish and Game Commission (4-0)
• Appointed Jon Olson to Standish-Litchfield Fire Protection District Board (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement costing $453,956.25, adopted a resolution certifying county road mileage, and authorized the purchase of ten vehicles. They also approved a $30,000 expenditure for the Blue Grass Festival and a letter of support for a broadband strategic planning application. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, $453,956.25 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-017 certifying county maintained road mileage for 2020 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of ten vehicles from state bid contracts (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 expenditure for Blue Grass Festival (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Golden State Finance Authority broadband planning application (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fund balance and investment reports (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss potential amendments to Title 18 of the Lassen County Code regarding commercial cannabis cultivation. The meeting aims to provide direction to staff on this matter. Adoption of an ordinance may result in future implementation and environmental review costs.

• Discussion of possible amendments to Title 18 of the Lassen County Code regarding commercial cannabis cultivation

The Board discussed possible amendments to Title 18 regarding commercial cannabis cultivation, which remains illegal in Lassen County. After hearing from staff and public speakers, the Board agreed to establish an ad hoc committee, consisting of two supervisors, two public members, and department heads selected solely by Chairman Albaugh, with an announcement expected in two weeks. No ordinance was drafted or approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Established ad hoc committee to discuss commercial cannabis cultivation amendments
• Chairman Albaugh to select committee members and announce in two weeks

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive a report from CDCR officials regarding the closure of the California Correctional Center. The agenda also includes discussions on enforcement actions for an event in Janesville and a demand letter to LMUD concerning power line removal.

• Report on the closure of the California Correctional Center
• Potential enforcement actions for 'The Great Awakening' event at 465-565 Elysian Valley Road
• Demand letter to LMUD regarding Hayden Hill Power Line removal compliance
• Resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month
• Service awards for the Road, Sheriff, and Court departments

The Board approved a demand letter to the Lassen Municipal Utility District (LMUD) regarding compliance with the Hayden Hill power line reclamation plan, with a six-month timeframe for LMUD to submit an application for an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or CEQA review, or a permit to remove the line. The letter is to be addressed to the LMUD Board President. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 21-016 recognizing May as Foster Care Month, approved the consent agenda, and approved a letter of support for Assembly Bill 754 regarding a 180-day extension for the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act process.

• Approved demand letter to LMUD re: Hayden Hill power line removal compliance, with 6-month EIR/CEQA or removal permit caveat (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-016 recognizing May as Foster Care Month (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fund balance report, investment report, and April 20 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for AB 754 Sustainable Groundwater Management extension (5-0)
• Added emergency item to agenda for AB 754 letter (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)

Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Special Meeting

The Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District approved a $10,000 professional services contract with the Modoc County Watermaster, as amended to modify section 4. The board also approved the September 22, 2020 meeting minutes and received reports on the UC Cooperative Extension well data and the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan progress.

• Approved agenda (8-0, 2 absent)
• Approved September 22, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0, 2 absent)
• Approved $10,000 contract with Modoc County Watermaster, as amended (8-0, 2 absent)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors approved a $1,388,689 contract with Hat Creek Construction for the Herlong Access Road CR 359 rehab project, plus change orders up to $208,000. They also adopted Lassen County's 10-year plan to address homelessness (4-1, Albaugh dissenting), approved a new employment agreement with CAO Richard Egan, and authorized a follow-up letter to Governor Newsom opposing the closure of California Correctional Center. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $1,388,689 contract to Hat Creek Construction for Herlong Access Road CR 359 rehab (5-0)
• Adopted 10-year plan to address homelessness (4-1, Albaugh dissenting)
• Approved employment agreement between Lassen County and CAO Richard Egan (5-0)
• Approved follow-up letter to Governor Newsom opposing California Correctional Center closure (5-0)
• Approved $93,073 Wildlife Damage Management work plan for 2021-2022 FY (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including letters supporting Lassen Fire Safe Council grants and job descriptions (5-0)
• Appointed Mark Low to Lassen County Fish and Game Commission (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several items including road funding, the status of various fire emergencies, and appointments to advisory councils. The agenda also includes a five-year carnival agreement for the county fair and support for a broadband project. Additionally, the board will review federal project reimbursements for law enforcement and fire safety.

• $473,285 in state and federal funds for county roads
• Five-year carnival agreement with $50,000 minimum guaranteed revenue
• $103,800 expenditure for Hackstaff Bridges habitat mitigation
• Termination of local emergency declarations for Gold, Hog, Laura, and Laura 2 fires
• Support for Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications' broadband project

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on April 6, 2021, at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. The board convened in closed session for 42 minutes to discuss potential litigation and labor negotiations with several peace officer bargaining units. After the closed session, the board announced that no reportable action was taken on either item. The board then approved the agenda, heard a public comment about a Salvation Army open house, and adjourned.

• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (5-0 vote).
• Held closed session on potential litigation (no reportable action).
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with peace officer units (no reportable action).

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved appointments to the Fair Advisory Board, Fish and Game Commission, and Planning Commission, all by 5-0 votes. It also approved a $153,153 bid for a new Sheriff's marine patrol boat, adopted resolutions for a boating safety grant and the Emergency Operations Plan, and authorized a letter to the Governor requesting an extension for a groundwater sustainability plan. The LMUD Hayden Hill power line item was discussed but no action taken, with a request to re-agendize it.

• Approved appointments to the Lassen County Fair Advisory Board, Fish and Game Commission, and Planning Commission (5-0).
• Approved a $153,153 bid to Precision Weld Custom Boats for a Sheriff's marine patrol boat, authorizing a contract up to $155,000 (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-013 for the Boating Safety and Enforcement Financial Aid Program (Consent Agenda).
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-014 re-promulgating the Emergency Operations Plan (5-0).
• Authorized the Chairman to sign a third follow-up letter to Governor Newsom requesting an extension for the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan (5-0).
• Approved expenditures from discretionary funds for Doyle town clean-up, Janesville School Locker Program, and Lassen High School Clay Breakers (Consent Agenda).
• Received and filed miscellaneous correspondence (Consent Agenda).
• Discussed the LMUD Hayden Hill power line removal but took no action; requested to re-agendize with LMUD General Manager present.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to deny an appeal by Norman "Bud" Laraway and Becky Thompson of a Planning Commission decision, thereby disapproving Lot Line Adjustment Application #2020-007. The board also approved several road-related contracts, including asphalt concrete and emulsion oil bids, and approved revised job descriptions for Public Works positions. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Denied appeal of Planning Commission Resolution 2-03-21, disapproving Lot Line Adjustment Application #2020-007 (4-1, Hemphill dissenting).
• Approved $500 donation to Lassen Land and Trails Trust for the Paiute Run.
• Approved letter of support for Lassen Fire Safe Council's Thompson Peak Initiative Bootsole Project.
• Approved travel authorization for Sergeant Chris McNally to attend POST Supervisory Leadership Institute.
• Awarded asphalt concrete bid to multiple contractors, with total not to exceed $230,721.57.
• Awarded asphalt emulsion oil bid to Albina Asphalt for $186,630.
• Approved revised job descriptions for Assistant and Deputy Director of Public Works/Transportation.
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including personnel report, fund balances, and minutes of March 9, 2021.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the fiscal year 2020/2021 mid-year budget and adopt various fund modifications. The meeting also includes reviewing a COVID-19 addendum for the county's injury prevention program and authorizing a truck conversion for the Road Department.

• Adopt budget modifications for multiple funds during the mid-year budget review
• Approve $30,182.00 to convert a Road Division truck chassis into a water truck
• Review and approve the County Injury Illness and Prevention Program COVID-19 Addendum
• Authorize a consulting agreement with Baharak Amanzadeh for Public Health activities
• Approve travel authorizations for Sheriff's Department training

The Board of Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Mid-Year Budget modifications, which increased appropriations and revenues across multiple funds. They also approved a $30,182 contract to convert a road division truck chassis into a water truck, and approved an agreement with a public health consultant. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved the FY 2020/21 Mid-Year Budget modifications (4/5 vote required) - carried 5-0.
• Approved $30,182 for conversion of a Road Division truck chassis to a water truck - carried 5-0.
• Approved agreement with Baharak Amanzadeh, DDS, MPH for consulting activities through June 2022 - carried 5-0.
• Approved update to the Injury Illness and Prevention Program (IIPP) to include COVID-19 Addendum - carried 5-0.
• Approved revised job description for Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III - carried 5-0.
• Approved appointments to LAFCo (Gallagher, Hemphill, Bridges as alternate) - carried 5-0.
• Approved appointment to Big Valley Pest Abatement District (David Adams) - carried 5-0.
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including various reports and resolutions - carried 5-0.

Lassen County Disaster Council

The Lassen County Disaster Council will review the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan to recommend approval to the Susanville City Council and Lassen County Board of Supervisors. The council also plans to approve meeting minutes from March 5, 2019.

• Review of the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan
• Approval of March 5, 2019 meeting minutes

The Lassen County Disaster Council approved the minutes from its March 5, 2019 meeting. The council also reviewed the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan and voted to recommend its approval to the Susanville City Council and the Lassen County Board of Supervisors. The meeting was brief, with no public comments and no other substantive actions.

• Approved the meeting minutes of March 5, 2019.
• Reviewed the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan and recommended its approval to the Susanville City Council and Lassen County Board of Supervisors.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a proposal by Estill Ranches LLC to export up to 504.4 acre-feet of groundwater annually from the Surprise Valley basin to Nevada. The agenda also includes ratifying a memorandum of understanding with the Lassen County Road Workers Association.

• Groundwater Exportation Application 2020-001 (Estill Ranches LLC)
• Ratification of MOU with Lassen County Road Workers Association
• Recognition of Jennifer Uruburu for 20 years in the Sheriff’s Office

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution No. 21-011, granting Estill Ranches LLC a permit to export up to 504.4 acre-feet of groundwater annually from the Lassen County portion of the Surprise Valley basin to Nevada. The approval was amended to strike item No. 7 from the resolution. The board also ratified a memorandum of understanding with the Lassen County Road Workers Association and approved the February 16, 2021, meeting minutes as amended.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-011, as amended, for the Estill Ranches LLC groundwater export application (5-0).
• Ratified the Memorandum of Understanding with the Lassen County Road Workers Association.
• Approved the February 16, 2021, meeting minutes as amended to correct an adjournment memorial name.
• Approved the consent agenda as amended, which included the MOU ratification and receiving miscellaneous correspondence.
• Held a closed session with no reportable action on labor negotiations and a performance evaluation.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding permanent weight limit restrictions on the Hartson Slough Bridge. The agenda also includes a grant application for Susanville Ranch Park renovations and several committee appointments. Additionally, the Board will review a request to extend the groundwater sustainability plan deadline for Big Valley.

• Public hearing on weight limit restrictions for Hartson Slough Bridge 7C-40
• Grant application for Susanville Ranch Park land acquisition and ballfield renovations
• Appointment of nine members to the Local Child Care Planning Council
• Resolution authorizing staff to seek emergency management funding from FEMA and Cal OES
• Requesting an extension for the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan deadline

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 21-008, which rescinds the 2011 load limits and establishes new permanent weight limits for Hartson Slough Bridge 7C-40 on Mapes Road. The board also approved a grant application for Susanville Ranch Park improvements, made several appointments, and approved the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-008 setting new weight limits on Hartson Slough Bridge 7C-40 (5-0)
• Approved grant application to California State Parks for Susanville Ranch Park land acquisition and ballfield renovations (5-0)
• Appointed 9 members to the Lassen County Local Child Care Planning Council (5-0)
• Reappointed Supervisor Albaugh to Sierra Nevada Conservancy North Sierra Subregion (5-0)
• Appointed Supervisor Bridges as alternate to Big Valley Groundwater Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-009 authorizing staff to seek FEMA/Cal OES disaster assistance (5-0)
• Approved Amendment A01 to Performance Agreement #18-95250 with CA Dept. of Health Care Services (5-0)
• Authorized letter to Governor Newsom requesting extension of Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan deadline (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing to reconsider an appeal regarding a use permit for a retail store construction off Old Highway Road. The meeting also includes a closed session with legal counsel to discuss potential litigation exposure.

• Public hearing on Use Permit #2019-011 appeal
• Proposed 9,100-square-foot retail store at 436-400 and 436-410 Old Highway Road
• Closed session regarding litigation exposure

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on the appeal by Jagpreet Singh of the Planning Commission's conditional approval of Use Permit #2020-011 for a 9,100-square-foot retail store off Old Highway Road near Doyle. After hearing testimony, the Board adopted Resolution No. 21-007, which affirmed the Planning Commission's decision, adopted Negative Declaration No. 2019-007, and denied the appeal. The motion carried 4-0, with Supervisor Hammond absent by recusal.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-007 affirming Planning Commission Resolution No. 6-01-20, conditionally approving Use Permit #2020-011 (4-0)
• Adopted Negative Declaration No. 2019-007 under CEQA (4-0)
• Denied the appeal filed by Jagpreet Singh (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to table a discussion on possible amendments to Title 18 regarding commercial cannabis cultivation, with the motion specifying that the future meeting be held in the evening to allow fuller public participation. The board also approved several appointments, including to the Fall River RCD, Far Northern Coordinating Council, and Herlong Public Utility District, and adopted five resolutions to record liens for code enforcement abatements.

• Tabled commercial cannabis cultivation ordinance discussion to future evening meeting (3-2)
• Approved appointments to Fall River RCD (Chris Christofferson, Don Martin, Clay Jacobsen) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Timothy Howard to Far Northern Coordinating Council (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Lee Harris to Herlong Public Utility District (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-002 recording lien for nuisance at 741-925 Park Drive, Doyle (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-003 recording lien for nuisance at 308 Delwood Street, Westwood (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-004 recording lien for nuisance at 460-760 Wray Road, Janesville (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-005 recording lien for nuisance at 446-855 Spruce Ave, Herlong (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors made three appointments to the Fair Advisory Board, approved the consent agenda as amended, and approved several action items including a contract amendment with Willdan Engineering and a letter regarding Lassen Community College's TRANS request. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Appointed Claudio Bustamante to Fair Advisory Board District 3 (5-0)
• Appointed Christina Rose to Fair Advisory Board District 2 (5-0)
• Appointed Tim Ochotorena to Fair Advisory Board District 5 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Willdan Engineering increasing amount from $80,000 to $140,000 and extending term to June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved letter directing Clerk of the Board to sign regarding Lassen Community College TRANS request (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The agenda includes annual committee appointments for 2021 and reviews of local emergency proclamations regarding COVID-19 and recent fires. The Board will also consider several contracts and training authorizations.

• $161,481 agreement between Lassen County Public Health and Heluna Health
• Annual 2021 appointments for various county boards and commissions
• MOU with Sonoma County for detained juveniles not to exceed $45,000
• Review of COVID-19 and fire emergency proclamations
• Sheriff's Department training authorizations totaling approximately $21,246

The Board of Supervisors held its organizational meeting, electing Aaron Albaugh as Chairman and Chris Gallagher as Vice Chairman for 2021, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board approved a $3,056,374 contract with Broward Builders, Inc. for the Historic Courthouse Renovation Project, including seismic upgrades, elevator and accessibility improvements, and authorized change orders up to $300,000. The board also approved the purchase of a Ford F-550 prisoner transport van from Braun NW, Inc. for $237,641.33, and made annual appointments to various boards and commissions. A motion to continue the local emergency declaration for COVID-19 (Resolution No. 20-014 and 20-015) passed 4-1, with Supervisor Hemphill voting no.

• Elected Aaron Albaugh as Chairman and Chris Gallagher as Vice Chairman for 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $3,056,374 contract with Broward Builders for courthouse renovation, with up to $300,000 in change orders (5-0)
• Approved $237,641.33 purchase of Ford F-550 transport van from Braun NW, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved annual appointments to 21 boards and commissions (5-0)
• Continued local emergency declaration for COVID-19 (Resolution No. 20-014 and 20-015) (4-1, Hemphill nay)
• Approved $161,481 agreement with Heluna Health for Public Health (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including MOU with Sonoma County for juvenile detention and sheriff's training authorizations (5-0)