Lassen County public meetings in 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider several service agreements for health and social services. The agenda also includes a large furniture purchase for the courthouse and staff reclassifications in the Sheriff's Department.

• $367,778.94 purchase of courthouse office furniture
• $391,295 agreement with California Department of Social Services
• $76,971.68 agreement with Lassen Family Services for child abuse prevention
• $38,600 contract with ECORP Consulting, Inc. for road rehabilitation
• Reclassification of Correctional Technician, Deputy, and Dispatcher positions

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss filling the vacancy in the Sheriff-Coroner office following a resignation. They are also considering an amended MOU for Lassen and Plumas County emergency communications integration.

• Sheriff's Department: Amended MOU for Lassen and Plumas County Emergency Communications integration
• Discretionary Fund: $500 to Volcanic Legacy Community Partnership
• Discretionary Fund: $1,000 to Blue Star Moms and $500 to Lassen Grizzly Claybreakers
• Discretionary Fund: $739.65 to C&S Waste Solutions of Lassen County, LLC for Little Valley clean-up
• Sheriff's Department: Proposed ordinance for annual review of Military Equipment Use Policy

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider appointments for the Susanville Veterans Memorial Building Task Force and a request to vacate parts of Laurel Way and Palm Way. They will also review training expenditures for two correctional deputies. Additionally, the board will address various discretionary fund requests and financial reports.

• Training for two Correctional Deputies at an estimated cost of $15,346
• Resolution to abandon or vacate a segment of Laurel Way and Palm Way
• Appointments for the Susanville Veterans Memorial Building Task Force
• Discretionary fund request of $203 for Lassen Regional Solid Waste
• Letter of support for the CAL FIRE Dixie Post Fire Recovery project

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several ordinances regarding kennel zoning, use permit procedures, and military equipment policy. Additionally, the Board is reviewing funding for the Historic Courthouse Renovation Project and various health and housing grant agreements.

• Proposed ordinance requiring a use permit for kennels in non-commercial/industrial zones
• Ordinance to authorize recordation of Use Permit revocations, abandonments, and authorizations
• First reading of an ordinance regarding annual review of Military Equipment Use Policy
• Veterans Day Proclamation adoption
• Resolution for sale of Tax Defaulted property via auction May 10-13, 2024

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

The Board of Directors will review the meeting minutes from June 27, 2023. Additionally, staff will provide an update regarding ground water well monitoring.

• Approval of June 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Ground water well monitoring staff update

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering several health and social services agreements, annual committee appointments, and departmental reports. Actions include authorizing grant agreements and public health programs alongside various administrative updates.

• CDFA California Network of Fairs Grant allocation of $49,700
• California Department of Public Health Agreement #22-11339 for $108,576
• Agreement with Pathways to Child and Family Excellence, Inc. for $376,321
• Annual Committee Appointments for 2023-2024
• Spalding Community Services District final severance date of November 1, 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several behavioral health contracts, including a $1.6 million subcontract for bridge housing. Other items include recognition awards, prison trial cost reimbursements, and a child advocacy center grant.

• Agreement with IDEA Consulting, Inc. for $67,500
• Agreement with Tulare County Superintendent of Schools for $125,000
• Subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. for $1,637,126
• Agreement with North American Mental Health for $300,000
• Resolution for Mikailia Child Advocacy Center Program involving $204,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider allocating $134,417.01 in Federal Title III funding to the Lassen County Sheriff’s Department for emergency response reimbursement. The Board will also review a resolution regarding advisory questions for voters about establishing a Director of Finance office.

• Allocation of $134,417.01 in Federal Title III funding to the Lassen County Sheriff’s Department
• Resolution regarding advisory questions for voters on establishing a Director of Finance office
• Ratification of Side Letter Agreement with Management and Professionals Association (MPA)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings and take action on the 2023-2024 county budget. The meeting also includes budget adoption for the Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV service area. Additionally, the Board will consider a network infrastructure upgrade purchase.

• Adoption of the 2023-2024 Lassen County Budget with an appropriations limit up to $40,544,923
• Network Infrastructure Upgrade purchase not to exceed $1,070,000 from Step CG, LLC
• $240,000 reimbursement to Herlong Public Utility District for road base material
• Bieber Lighting District 2023/2024 budget adoption in the amount of $4,075
• Honey Lake TV 2023/2024 budget adoption in the amount of $145,641

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is considering several service agreements for housing, skills training, and emergency coordination. The agenda also includes recognition awards, retirement proclamations, and a discussion regarding the removal of a Planning Commission member.

• Agreement with Environmental Alternatives for Transitional Housing Program ($300,000)
• Agreement with University of California - Davis for skills training ($90,907.50)
• CAL FIRE Agreement Amendment for emergency functions coordination
• Recognition awards for Alicia Heard and Cynthia Raschein
• Retirement proclamations for Susan Bonham and Karen Zappettini

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several agreements for health and social services, including a large grant for the CalFresh Healthy Living Program. The meeting also includes discussions on juvenile detention agreements and community resource center contracts. Additionally, the board will review utility bid awards and advisory board appointments.

• $584,604 grant agreement for the CalFresh Healthy Living Program
• $513,360 agreement with Spare-a-Dime, Inc. for crisis services
• MOU with Shasta County for juvenile detention up to $250,000 per year
• Two $50,000 agreements with Communities United for Children & Families
• Bid award to Harbert Oil Company Inc. for heating oil and diesel

The Board approved the agenda and the consent agenda, each by a 4‑0 vote. It appointed two members to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board and approved a letter of support for Golden State Connect broadband funding. The Board also approved a letter to the Lassen National Forest, the MHSA three‑year plan update, a parcel map for the Crabtrees, and a $38,440 agreement with GrandCare, LLC for behavioral health technology.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved Behavioral Health Advisory Board appointments (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Golden State Connect broadband program (4-0)
• Approved comment letter to Lassen National Forest on Pikes Point boat ramp (4-0)
• Approved MHSA FY 2020/21‑2021/22 three‑year plan update (4-0)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 2022-003 for Crabtree property (4-0)
• Approved GrandCare, LLC behavioral health technology agreement for $38,440 (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider amending the public nuisance ordinance to allow recording notices of violation. Members will also review road maintenance contracts and a project to replace the roof at the Susanville Veteran's Memorial Building. Additionally, the Plumas National Forest Service will provide an update on post-fire restoration.

• Amendment to Public Nuisance Ordinance regarding notices of violation
• Contract increase for Susanville Veteran's Memorial Building roof replacement project
• Asphalt concrete awards for Bieber and Westwood areas
• Repeal of firearm discharge prohibitions in Eagle Lake and Lake Forest districts
• Phone system contract amendment for $35,064.98

The Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 2023-05 to repeal firearm discharge prohibitions in the Eagle Lake Community Services and Lake Forest Fire Protection districts. Other actions included approving road material contracts and a pesticide disposal agreement with three other counties.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-05 repealing firearm discharge bans in Eagle Lake and Lake Forest districts (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Public Nuisance Ordinance amendment to allow recordation of Notices of Violation (5-0)
• Approved asphalt concrete contracts for Hat Creek Construction ($45,849.38) and Sierra Cascade Aggregate ($48,262.50), and tack oil for Albina Asphalt ($2,681.25) (5-0)
• Increased Susanville Veteran's Memorial Building roof project change order limit to $28,140 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Shasta, Modoc, and Siskiyou counties for a Pesticide Take Back Disposal Event (5-0)
• Approved revised District Attorney Investigator job description (5-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda as amended (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements for behavioral health and public health, as well as funding for agricultural equipment. The board also authorized a contract for faith-based life skills mentoring for Lassen WORKs clientele.

• Approved $90,000 agreement with Casa Serenity, LLC for adult residential care (5-0)
• Approved $115,320 contract amendment with GrandCare, LLC for staff training (5-0)
• Approved $270,000 agreement with Les Hall for Medi-Cal Administrative Activities (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 Noxious Weed Grant for equipment purchase (5-0)
• Approved $20,535.16 to replace a stolen agricultural sprayer (5-0)
• Approved $234,000 agreement with Crossroads Ministries Faith Works Program (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 designation to the Shasta-Cascade Wonderland Association (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 25 and August 8, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several behavioral health agreements for psychiatric care and crisis support. They also authorized a memorandum of understanding with Butte County for juvenile detention and introduced an ordinance to repeal firearm discharge prohibitions in specific districts.

• Approved $44,490 agreement with Crisis Support Services of Alameda County (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 maximum contract with Restpadd Health Corp for psychiatric care (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 maximum contract with Restpadd, Inc. for psychiatric care (5-0)
• Approved $72,730 maximum contract with Skyline Self Storage, LLC (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Butte County for juvenile detention at $175 daily rate (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance repealing firearm discharge prohibitions in Eagle Lake and Lake Forest districts (5-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review amendments to the county's zoning ordinance regarding animals and hemp provisions. They are also considering a $99,995 contract for the 2024-2029 Housing Element update. Other items include various service agreements for health and emergency services.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding animals and hemp provisions
• $99,995 contract with 4LEAF, Inc. to update the Housing Element
• $75,000 contract with Nor Cal EMS for consultant selection
• $30,000 agreement with Fiscal Experts, Inc. for a time study program
• $24,000 annual lease amendment with McNeill Properties 2, LLC

The Board of Supervisors directed Planning and Building Services to make recommended changes to Title 18 of the County Code and return the proposal to the Planning Commission. The board also approved several health service agreements and a contract for EMS consultant services.

• Returned Title 18 Zoning Ordinance amendments to Planning Commission for further changes (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Timothy Howard to Far Northern Coordinating Council on Developmental Disabilities (5-0)
• Approved $1,162.41 for C&S Waste for Westwood cleanup (5-0)
• Approved residential care facility agreement with Davis Guest Home, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 agreement with Fiscal Experts, Inc. for time study program (5-0)
• Approved annual Home Electronic Monitoring Policy for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $24,000 annual lease amendment with McNeill Properties 2, LLC (5-0)
• Approved epidemiology services agreement with Shasta County (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a new fiber optic contract and the transfer of tax sale proceeds to the General Fund. The meeting includes presentations on fire insurance and forest restoration updates. The board will also recognize retiring staff and long-term employees.

• Contract for private leased fiber with Zito Media totaling approximately $297,000 over five years
• Transfer of $181,488.91 in unclaimed excess proceeds from the 2022 tax sale to the General Fund
• District Attorney end-of-year appropriation increase of $3,898
• Presentation from the California Department of Insurance regarding fire insurance
• Update on post-fire restoration from the Plumas National Forest Service

The Board of Supervisors approved a five-year sole source contract for private leased fiber and authorized the transfer of $181,488.91 in unclaimed tax sale excess proceeds to the General Fund. They also approved a budget increase for the District Attorney's office and adopted two proclamations.

• Approved five-year private leased fiber contract with Zito Media for approximately $297,000, contingent on County Counsel review (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $181,488.91 in Unclaimed Excess Proceeds from 2022 tax sale to General Fund (5-0)
• Approved $3,898 appropriation increase for District Attorney's Advocacy Center membership (5-0)
• Adopted retirement proclamation for MaryJo Streible (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation for Probation Services Week 2023 (5-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Lassen County Public Improvement Corporation

The corporation will review the meeting minutes from July 12, 2022. It also considers an annual request for $1,000 from the Board of Supervisors to cover corporate expenses and state fees.

• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• $1,000 annual budget request for corporation expenses and state fees

The Lassen County Public Improvement Corporation approved a request for the Board of Supervisors to appropriate $1,000 for annual expenses, including state fees. The corporation also approved the meeting minutes from July 12, 2022.

• Approved request for Board of Supervisors to appropriate $1,000 for annual expenses (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of July 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive presentations regarding gray wolf activity and post-fire restoration in the Lassen National Forest. Additionally, the Board will consider road maintenance funding and a memorandum of understanding for a truancy reduction program.

• Amended resolution for $3,341,718 in SB1 road maintenance funds
• MOU approval for the Truancy Reduction Program ($59,662.50 revenue)
• Presentation on gray wolf activity and livestock interactions
• Update on Lassen National Forest post-fire restoration and timber sales
• Review of Homekey Housing Projects staff report

The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution for SB1 road maintenance funding and approved a Memorandum of Understanding for a Truancy Reduction Program. The Board also reached a consensus to move forward with Homekey housing projects.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-041 for SB1 RMRA funding of $3,341,718 (5-0)
• Approved MOU for Truancy Reduction Program with local school districts (5-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Consensus reached to move forward with Homekey housing projects

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

The District will hold an organization meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board will also conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget of $30,000. Additionally, the board is scheduled to approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023/2024 budget ($30,000)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of October 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review several department reports and approve meeting minutes from June 20. Items include a presentation on the Health and Social Services Care Court and updates to county policy regarding access to federal tax information.

• Approval of Client First agreements for Tyler Implementation totaling $268,359
• Presentation on Health and Social Services Care Court
• Overview of federal infrastructure funding via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
• Updates to County Policy 19-01 regarding IRS Background Investigation Requirements

The Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Client First for payroll, human resources, and financial management module implementations. They also approved updates to the county policy regarding access to federally protected tax information and the June 20 meeting minutes.

• Approved $268,359 contract with Client First for Tyler implementation (5-0)
• Approved updates to Policy 19-01 regarding Federal Tax Information (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved miscellaneous correspondence items (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider adopting the recommended budget and capital project expenditures for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a flour mill use permit appeal on Morgan Road. The meeting also covers SB-1 road maintenance funding and several service agreements.

• Public hearing for a flour mill use permit appeal at 515-805 Morgan Road
• Adoption of the recommended FY 2023-2024 budget and capital expenditures
• SB-1 road maintenance funding totaling approximately $3,341,718
• Agreement with California Hearing Officers, LLP for up to $50,000
• Purchase of Dell computer workstations for approximately $59,282.27

The Board of Supervisors upheld an appeal to prevent the abandonment of a use permit for a flour mill at 515-805 Morgan Road, granting a one-year extension starting June 20, 2023. Other actions included approving a hearing officer agreement and a grant for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved Resolution 23-037 to uphold appeal and grant one-year extension for flour mill use permit #2020-010 (3-2)
• Approved agreement with California Hearing Officers, LLP for psychiatric patient review hearings up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved $13,748.76 for three deputies to attend Class A commercial driver training (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-038 authorizing CAO as signing authority for $658,758 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice assistance Grant (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 23, 2023, and June 13, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to adopt the Safety Element Update for planning and building services. Members will also consider several letters of support and opposition regarding state bills and local projects. Additionally, the Board will review various health and social services agreements and grants.

• Public hearing for the Safety Element Update adoption
• $216,652 Victim/Witness Grant application
• $75,000 agreement with O'Connell Research, Inc.
• $1,405,316.74 California Immunization Program grant
• $1,770,445 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 23-033 to update the county's Safety Element. The board also approved appointments to the Planning and Service Area 2 Agency on Aging Advisory Council and passed several letters of support and opposition regarding state legislation and local projects.

• Adopted Safety Element Update (Resolution No. 23-033) (3-1)
• Approved appointments of Sharon Howard and Justin Cadili to PSA 2 AAA (4-0)
• Approved letter opposing SB 252 Fossil Fuel Divestment Act
• Approved letter opposing AB 28 Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax Act
• Approved letter of support for Modoc West Plantation Fuels Reduction Project
• Approved letter of support for Lassen Fire Safe Council grant application
• Approved letter of support for US 395 Wildlife Overpass Planning Project
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-034 for $216,652 Victim/Witness Grant

Board of Supervisors

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several community grants and contracts. This includes an agreement for the California Immunization Program and a bid award for a new fairground entrance gate. The Board will also address various local fund designations and job classification changes.

• Approval of $1,405,316.74 California Immunization Program grant agreement
• Awarding $17,644.18 contract to Crazy J’s Concrete Inc. for a new fairground entrance gate
• Rejection of bid for Bieber Lookout Road and Bridge Street rehabilitation project
• Approval of 3-year, $164,000 marketing agreement for the Lassen County Fair
• MOU with Honey Lake Valley Resource Conservation District for Mountain Meadow Restoration Project

The Board of Supervisors approved several discretionary fund donations and a grant for the California Immunization Program. They awarded a contract for a new fairground entrance gate and rejected a bid for the Bieber Lookout Road and Bridge Street rehabilitation project due to cash flow concerns.

• Approved $17,644.18 bid to Crazy J’s Concrete Inc. for new fairground entrance gate (5-0)
• Rejected bid for Bieber Lookout Road CR 419 and Bridge Street CR 417 SB-1 Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Honey Lake Valley Resource Conservation District for Mountain Meadow Restoration Project (5-0)
• Approved $1,405,316.74 California Department of Public Health grant for Immunization Program (5-0)
• Approved waste disposal expenditures of $859.64 and $1,289.78 for Herlong and Doyle clean-ups (5-0)
• Approved discretionary fund donations to Susanville American Legion Post# 204, Susanville Indian Rancheria POW-WOW, and Lassen County Historical Society (5-0)
• Approved discretionary fund donations to Westwood Little League and Westwood Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
• Approved discretionary fund donations to Lassen Lands Trail and Trust, Lassen County 4-H Council, Lassen Grizzly Clay Breakers, and VFW Susanville Post (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a contract amendment increasing payments to CAEHA by $80,000. They will also review a proposal to use CDBG funds for improvements to the Westwood Community Center. Other items include EMS service agreements and public health staffing.

• $80,000 increase for CAEHA contract amendment
• Use of CDBG funds for Westwood Community Center improvements
• $30,183.60 annual payment for NorCal EMS agreement modification
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 18.120 regarding nonconforming uses
• Agreement with Butte County for Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Care

The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance amending the county code regarding nonconforming zoning uses and approved a resolution to seek CDBG funds for Westwood Community Center upgrades. Other actions included approving health service agreements and discretionary fund donations.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-04 amending Chapter 18.120 regarding nonconforming uses (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-031 to apply for CDBG funds for Westwood Community Center improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-032 naming Lassen County Arts Council as local partner for FY 2023/2024 (4-0)
• Approved $30,183.60 agreement with Northern California EMS for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved agreement with County of Butte for Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Care (4-0)
• Approved Medi-Cal County Inmate Program agreement #23-MCIPLASSEN-18 (4-0)
• Authorized hire of Senior Public Health Nurse at an E Step (4-0)
• Approved discretionary fund donations: $500 to Susanville Indian Rancheria POW-WOW, $1,000 to Pit River Resource Conservation District, $1,000 to Blue Star Moms, and $250 to Lumberjack Clay Breakers (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board will receive an update from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding gray wolf activity and its impact on livestock. The agenda also includes reviewing annual reports from FIRST5 and adopting a proclamation for National Foster Care Month. Additionally, the Board will consider various committee appointments and county contracts.

• Presentation by CDFW on Gray Wolf activity and livestock interactions
• Authorization to purchase a replacement vehicle for $41,197.21
• Lease agreement with McNeill Properties 2, LLC for Paul Bunyan Road properties
• Approval of Parcel Map No. 2022-001 in Standish
• Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Hackstaff Road crossing improvements

The Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation for National Foster Care Month and adopted an amended resolution for Emergency Medical Care Committee quorum requirements. The Board also approved several personnel appointments, a land division parcel map, and a vehicle purchase for building inspectors.

• Adopted National Foster Care Month proclamation (5-0)
• Adopted amended EMCC Membership Resolution No. 23-030 regarding quorums (5-0)
• Appointed Barbara Mauck to EMCC and ratified David Junette (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Theresa Woodbury to Children & Families Commission (5-0)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 2022-001 for William and Crystal Harkness Family Trust (5-0)
• Approved $41,197.21 purchase of 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 for Building Inspectors (5-0)
• Approved changes to Community Services Officer job descriptions (5-0)
• Authorized hire of Senior Public Health Nurse at an E Step (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Lassen County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several departmental contracts and community funding requests. Items include a large purchase for jail radios and agreements for public health software and housing services. The board will also consider various small financial designations for local organizations.

• Purchase of 60 Motorola radios for Lassen County Jail for $152,976.60
• Agreement with Champ Software, Inc. for an Electronic Healthcare Record System ($31,107)
• Amendment to agreement with Housing Tools for affordable housing development ($90,070)
• Bid award for traffic line paint in the amount of $75,214.82
• Wildlife Damage Management Work Plan not to exceed $104,004

The Board of Supervisors approved several funding requests for local organizations and an amendment to an affordable housing project agreement. They also authorized a wildlife damage management agreement with the USDA and waived interest in deed restrictions for the Herlong VFW building.

• Approved $90,070 amendment for affordable housing project with Housing Tools (5-0)
• Approved Wildlife Damage Management agreement with USDA not to exceed $104,004 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-027 waiving interest in Herlong VFW building deed restrictions (5-0)
• Approved $31,107 agreement with Champ Software, Inc. for electronic healthcare records (5-0)
• Approved transfer of surplus 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe to Doyle Fire Protection District (5-0)
• Approved funding for various local groups including Lassen County Farm Bureau, Volcanic Legacy Community Partnership, and Doyle Senior Center (5-0)
• Approved position change to unfund Program Manager and fund Senior Public Health Nurse (5-0)
• Approved letter supporting Almanor Recreation and Park District’s Mile High cycling event (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider adopting the Safety Element Update and an associated Negative Declaration. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Caltrans Road Charge Program. Additionally, several hearings are scheduled regarding the recovery of administrative penalties for public nuisances.

• Adoption of the Safety Element Update and associated Negative Declaration
• Presentation from Caltrans Road Charge Program Manager Lauren Prehoda
• Recovery of administrative penalties for a public nuisance on Mendiboure Rd., Termo
• Recovery of administrative penalties for a public nuisance at 441-940 Hackstaff Rd., Herlong
• Recovery of administrative penalties for a public nuisance at 446-655 Honey Lake Dr., Herlong

The Board of Supervisors adopted an urgency ordinance to combine the offices of the Lassen County Auditor and Treasurer/Tax Collector. They also approved a mid-year budget review and awarded a jail food services contract to Trinity Services Group.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-03 to consolidate Auditor and Treasurer/Tax Collector offices (5-0)
• Approved mid-year budget review for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Awarded jail kitchen and food services contract to Trinity Services Group (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-026 to put a question on the ballot regarding a Director of Finance (5-0)
• Approved 10 administrative penalty liens for public nuisances (Resolutions 23-015 through 23-024) (5-0)
• Appointed Christian Siemer, Jesse Midgley, Chase Dahle, and Paul Smith to Fish and Game Commission (5-0)
• Approved lease for 1616 Chestnut Street (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-02 repealing firearm and bow restrictions in Hayden Hill-Silva Flat Game Refuge (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several department contracts and budget expenditures. Items include a major courthouse renovation, new phone systems, and state grant agreements. They will also consider ordinance changes regarding firearm restrictions in specific game refuges.

• $5,882,748 contract award for Historic Courthouse Renovation Project
• $257,725.62 purchase of a new phone system
• $820,745.64 state grant for the California Oral Health Program
• Ordinance to repeal firearm and bow restrictions in Hayden Hill - Silva Flat Game Refuge
• $488,413.91 bid award for a new Caterpillar Motor Grader

The Board of Supervisors approved a major renovation contract for the Historic Courthouse and purchased a new motor grader. Other actions included approving a new phone system, appointing a Planning Commissioner, and authorizing a law enforcement wellness app.

• Awarded $5,882,748 Historic Courthouse renovation contract to Ginno Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $488,413.91 purchase of a Caterpillar Motor Grader from Cashman Equipment Company (5-0)
• Approved $257,725.62 expenditure for a new phone system with Maverick Networks (5-0)
• Appointed Jeff Askew to the Planning Commission for District Five (5-0)
• Approved $104,000 contract amendment with Tyler Technologies, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Cordico Law Enforcement Wellness Solution app using grant funds (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-013 to submit the Water Year 2022 Annual Report for Big Valley Groundwater Basin (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance repealing firearm and bow restrictions in Hayden Hill-Silva Flat Game Refuge (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several public works contracts for chip seal projects and asphalt emulsion oil. They will also discuss a proposed ordinance regarding building site designations at Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract and a joint powers agreement for state IT grant funding.

• Asphalt emulsion oil contract up to $453,759
• Chip seal aggregate contract of $243,871.49
• Chip seal project sand contract of $28,296.30
• Proposed ordinance for building site designations at Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract
• Joint Powers Agreement for state IT grant funding

The Board approved several road maintenance contracts and a letter of support for wildland firefighter safety. They also adopted an ordinance amending the building site designation process at the Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract.

• Approved $28,296.30 sand contract for Chip Seal Project to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc.
• Approved $243,871.49 chip seal aggregate contract to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc.
• Approved asphalt emulsion oil contract to VSS International, Inc. not to exceed $453,759
• Approved letter of support for HR 1586, Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act of 2023
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-01 amending building site designations at Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract (3-0, 2 absent)
• Pulled Joint Powers Agreement for State I.T. Grant Funding from the agenda

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a proposed ordinance to regulate camping on private and County-owned property. They are also reviewing a staff report regarding permanent supportive housing on North Mesa Street. Additionally, the Board will discuss reauthorizing an abandoned vehicle abatement fee.

• Proposed ordinance to regulate camping on private and County-owned property
• $1,249,000 grant match for the Eagle Lake Road rehabilitation project
• $35,682 contract with Integrated Security Controls, Incorporated for jail computer replacements
• $28,881.10 bid award to Maxwell Inc. for asphalt rubber crack and joint sealant
• Proposed ordinance to amend building site designation processes at the Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract

The Board of Supervisors approved several Fair Advisory Board appointments and a contract for jail PC replacements. They also introduced an ordinance regarding building site designations at the Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract and reduced the weight limit on the Willow Creek Bridge.

• Introduced and waived first reading of Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract building site ordinance (5-0)
• Appointed Randy Harlin, Brian Wolf, Holly Mueller, Claudio Bustamante, Cheryl Lauritsen, and Tim Ochotorena to Fair Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved $35,682 contract for Lassen County Jail PC replacements (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $28,881.10 bid to Maxwell Inc. for asphalt rubber crack and joint sealant (Consent Agenda)
• Approved revised job classifications for Deputy Clerk of the Board and Personnel/Risk Analyst (5-0)
• Approved Child Support Services mid-year budget reallocations and salary range adjustments (5-0)
• Appointed Robert Burns as Hearing Officer via Resolution No. 23-011 (5-0)
• Reduced weight limit on Willow Creek Bridge via Resolution No. 23-012 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a request for a sole source taser purchase and a letter opposing State Assembly Bill 338. The meeting also includes discussions on vacating part of Poplar Way and appointing a member to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board.

• Sole source purchase of tasers from Axon Technologies up to $422,106.88
• Resolution to abandon or vacate a segment of Poplar Way
• Approval of a letter opposing State Assembly Bill 338 regarding prevailing wages
• Appointment of Rebecca Jordan to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board
• Annual update from Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc.

The Board of Supervisors approved a sole source purchase for probation equipment and adopted a resolution to vacate a segment of Poplar Way. They also approved a letter of opposition to State Assembly Bill 338 and appointed a member to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board.

• Approved sole source purchase of tasers and body cameras from Axon Technologies not to exceed $422,106.88 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-009 to abandon/vacate a portion of Poplar Way (4-0)
• Approved letter of opposition to State Assembly Bill 338 regarding public works definitions (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Rebecca Jordan to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Lassen County Transportation Commission's Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of February 21, 2023 (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors ratified salary increases for bargaining units, department heads, and elected officials. They also approved several public works completion notices and a contract for GIS services. A staff report on permanent supportive housing at North Mesa Street was received.

• Approved 10% salary increase and MOU extensions for seven bargaining units (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-007 for 10% salary increase for department heads, confidential employees, and elected officials (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-008 for 10% salary increase for Sheriff and Undersheriff (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Geographic Technologies Group for GIS services (5-0)
• Authorized grant application for CDFA Fairgrounds & Community Resiliency Center (5-0)
• Approved $92,440.26 purchase of playground equipment for Doyle Park (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Center Road ($3,392,475.31) and Hackstaff Road ($7,573,380.16) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-006 to abandon a segment of Poplar Way (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to discuss public employment regarding the Lassen County Auditor in closed session. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors approved grant funding for the Sheriff's Off-Highway Vehicle program and established a pledge of revenue for the Gravier Pit reclamation plan. They also authorized several Health and Social Services contractor agreements and recognized retiring staff.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-005 to approve Off-Highway Vehicle Grant G22-03-65-L01 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-004 establishing a $101,639.10 pledge of revenue for Gravier Pit financial assurance (5-0)
• Approved agreements with Lassen Family Services, UC Davis, O’Connell Research, Inc., SacValley Medshare, and California Mental Health Services Authority (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing the retirement of Jeff Hemphill and Tom Hammond (5-0)
• Approved amended meeting minutes for December 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved amended meeting minutes for January 10, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several contract awards for bridge engineering and facility improvements. They will also review budget adjustments related to tobacco and gun violence reduction grants. Additionally, the Board will receive various financial reports and discuss fire hazard zone revisions.

• $456,762.05 agreement for Beaver Creek and Muddy Slough bridge engineering services
• $273,300 bid award for Adult Detention Facility Safety Cell Improvement Project
• $104,500 bid award for Susanville Veteran’s Memorial Building roof replacement
• $380,801 budget appropriation for Sheriff's Department Tobacco Grant positions
• $146,293 budget adjustment for the Gun Violence Reduction Program Grant

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure projects, including bridge engineering and roof replacement. They also authorized the use of state grants to fund new sheriff's department positions and gun violence reduction programs.

• Approved $456,762.05 contract with Morrison Structures, Inc. for bridge engineering (5-0)
• Awarded $273,300 bid to Michael Kirack Construction, Inc. for Adult Detention Facility safety cells (5-0)
• Awarded $104,500 bid to Pacific Polymers Inc. for Veteran’s Memorial Building roof replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-003 to accept $380,801 Proposition 56 Tobacco Grant for two staff positions (5-0)
• Approved creation of Correctional Services Coordinator position (5-0)
• Approved $146,293 for Gun Violence Reduction Program Grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-002 for State of California Surplus Property Program application (5-0)
• Approved November 2022 Fund Cash Balances report (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda also includes annual committee appointments for 2023 and reviewing financial aid for boating patrol services.

• Election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Annual 2023 appointments for various boards and commissions
• $1,601.66 expenditure request for the Westwood Cleanup
• Boating and Waterways financial aid application (potential $45,640)
• Appointments to fill vacancies on the Fall River RCD

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. Members approved annual committee appointments for 2023 and supported candidates for the Fall River Resource Conservation District. The Board also adopted a resolution for boating and waterways financial aid.

• Elected Supervisor Bridges as Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Supervisor Albaugh as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved appointments for 21 boards, committees, and commissions (unanimous)
• Supported appointments of Bill Buckman and Chris Camarata to Fall River RCD (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-001 for Boating and Waterways financial aid (5-0)
• Approved $1,601.66 for Westwood Cleanup via Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes via Consent Agenda (5-0)