Santa Barbara public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is considering a first amendment to the Transitions-Mental Health Association services agreement. The meeting also includes several closed session items regarding real property, litigation, and labor negotiations.
- Amendment to Transitions-Mental Health Association agreement adding $1,208,563.00 in mental health funding
- Real property negotiation for 915 Park Lane, Montecito
- Litigation discussion regarding American Medical Response West v. County of Santa Barbara
- Labor negotiations with the Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors is reviewing administrative contracts and closed-session reports on litigation and labor negotiations. Open agenda items include a $3,917.34 agreement with the California Department Food and Agriculture for Sudden Oak Death management and a new four-year Behavioral Wellness contract with Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara for substance use disorder services up to $9,136,400. These contracts fund county-operated treatment programs and agricultural disease management that directly affect local public health and land use. The board will also review closed-session discussions regarding Caltrans maintenance costs for a railroad crossing and negotiations with the deputy sheriffs’ union.
- Approve a $3,917.34 Sudden Oak Death Program Agreement with the California Department Food and Agriculture through June 2024
- Vote on terminating a prior contract and awarding a new four-year agreement for substance use disorder services to Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara, Inc., up to $9,136,400 total ($2,284,100 annually)
- Closed session discussion on Caltrans maintenance cost apportionment for the Butterfly Lane crossing over Union Pacific Railroad tracks in Santa Barbara
- Closed session labor negotiations with the Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will consider an affordable housing and rental restrictive covenant agreement for the Ocean Meadows Residential Development. The agenda also includes a request to purchase pharmaceuticals up to $300,000 and updates from the County Executive Officer.
- Affordable housing and rental restrictive covenant for Ocean Meadows Residential Development
- Pharmaceutical procurement waiver up to $300,000 from Cardinal Health 110, LLC
- Closed session discussion regarding litigation involving the District Attorney’s Office and an oil spill investigation
- Appointment of the Director of Child Support Services
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review a report from the County Executive Officer and consider several administrative items via consent agenda. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation.
- CDFA Pest Exclusion Program Agreement for $346,428.59
- Second Amendment to Zona Seca DUI and PC 1000 Revenue Agreement
- Closed session discussion regarding American Medical Response West v. County of Santa Barbara
- Closed session discussion regarding Joyce E. Dudley, Santa Barbara County District Attorney v. County of Santa Barbara
- Closed session discussion regarding an $800,000 claim from the Solomon-Zimmer Living Trust
🗳️ How they voted (52 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board will review internal audit reports and several administrative agreements. This includes a multi-year contract for mental health and residential treatment services. The meeting also includes closed sessions regarding litigation and labor negotiations.
- $4,800,000 contract renewal with Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. for mental health services
- First Amendment to PathPoint agreement for Mental Health and Other Supportive Services
- Review of Auditor-Controller’s Internal Audit Reports for fiscal year 2022-2023
- Closed session regarding Kathy Torres v. County of Santa Barbara litigation
- Closed session regarding labor negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review reports from the County Executive Officer and discuss litigation matters in closed session. The administrative agenda includes consideration of professional service contracts for the Cachuma RV Area Renovation Project and a committee appointment.
- Professional services agreement with Blackbird Architects, Inc. up to $363,492.00 for the Cachuma RV Area Renovation Project
- Professional services agreement with Storrer Environmental Services LLC up to $60,000.00 for biological inspection at the Cachuma RV Area
- Appointment of Amber Caldwell as City of Santa Barbara Representative to the County Library Advisory Committee
- Closed session discussion regarding American Medical Response West v. County of Santa Barbara
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative agreements and grant modifications. Items include updates to mental health service descriptions and a reimbursement agreement for the County's Detector Dog Team Program. The meeting also includes a report from the County Executive Officer.
- $830,195 in additional funding for Mental Health Association in Santa Barbara County services
- $700,000 grant modification for Behavioral Health Justice Intervention Services
- $258,875.28 reimbursement agreement for the County’s Detector Dog Team Program
- Closed session regarding City of Goleta v. Southern California Gas Company litigation
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review recommendations to add four full-time positions within the Behavioral Wellness and Public Defender departments. The agenda also includes a contract extension for mental health services and closed session discussions regarding litigation and labor negotiations.
- Contract extension for TMHA ARPA Services through December 31, 2023 ($182,400)
- Addition of four full-time positions in BeWell and the Public Defender's Office
- Budget revision involving a $550,060 transfer from the Probation General Fund
- Closed session discussions regarding litigation with Modoc Preserve and Rosser International
- Closed session labor negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review a County Executive Officer's report and several administrative items. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation, labor negotiations, and a public employee appointment.
- $6,000.00 agreement with CDFA for the 2023 Noxious Weed Grant Program
- $12,785.73 agreement with CDFA for the Asian Citrus Psyllid Bulk Citrus Regulatory Program
- $25,267.00 agreement with CDFA for the Nursery Inspection Program
- Closed session regarding Joshua Rubow v. County of Santa Barbara et al.
- Public employee appointment for Community Services Department Director
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review property tax rates and levies for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. They are also considering a request to seek proposals for services at the Calle Real Campus Crisis Stabilization Unit through 2028. Additionally, the Board will consider an agreement with Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. for mental health and residential treatment services.
- Establishing property tax rates and levies for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Request for Proposals for services at the Calle Real Campus Crisis Stabilization Unit through 2028
- A contract with Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. not to exceed $4,575,000.00 for mental health and residential treatment services
- Appointment of a Human Resources Director in closed session
The Board of Supervisors established property tax rates for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The Board also approved several contracts for mental health and residential treatment services, including a request for proposals for the Calle Real Campus Stabilization Unit.
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-191 establishing property tax rates for FY 2023-2024 (5-0)
- Authorized RFP for services at the Crisis Stabilization Unit Calle Real Campus through June 30, 2028 (5-0)
- Approved $4.575M contract with Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. for mental health services (5-0)
- Approved $3.24M contract with Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $1.305M contract with CF Merced Behavioral, LLC (5-0)
- Approved $1.8M contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Olive Crest agreement, decreasing FY 2023-2024 funding by $225,000 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the August 22, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review reports from the County Executive Officer and consider several administrative agreements. These include contracts for agricultural inspections and university extension services. The Board will also meet in closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations.
- $180,000 agreement with Regents of the University of California for UCCE services
- $16,500 agreement for Certified Farmer’s Market Inspections
- $8,560 agreement for Organic Inspection Program services
- Closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations with Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements for the Agricultural Commissioner and the Department of Behavioral Wellness. It also authorized budget revisions to close the County's accounting records for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
- Approved $16,500 agreement for Certified Farmer’s Market Inspections (5-0)
- Approved $8,560 agreement for Organic Inspection Program (5-0)
- Approved $180,000 agreement with Regents of the University Cooperative Extension (5-0)
- Approved Budget Revisions and Transfers for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (5-0)
- Approved $334,836 SaaS and $540,000 managed services agreements with Alcor Solutions Inc. (5-0)
- Approved agreement with HumanGood NorCal for meals and dietary services not to exceed $468,000 total (5-0)
- Approved minutes of July 18 and July 19, 2023 meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will consider a no-interest loan to The Turner Foundation. This $90,000 loan is intended as an earnest money deposit for the property at 2011 Oak Avenue in Santa Barbara. The project uses state Homekey Program funding to provide housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
- $90,000 no-interest loan to The Turner Foundation
- Earnest money deposit for property at 2011 Oak Avenue
- Use of Round 3 Homekey Program grant funding from the State of California
- County Executive Officer's report on County programs and staff updates
The Board of Supervisors approved a no-interest loan to The Turner Foundation for an earnest money deposit to acquire property at 2011 Oak Avenue. The project aims to provide housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness using state Homekey Program grant funding.
- Approved $90,000 no-interest loan to The Turner Foundation for property acquisition at 2011 Oak Avenue (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will consider year-end budget transfers to close the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The agenda also includes reviewing the internal audit plan and considering agreements for alcohol, drug, and mental health services.
- Year-End Transfers and Revisions of Appropriations for FY 2022-2023
- FY 2023-2024 Internal Audit Plan
- CADA agreement amendment and new services agreement for Alcohol and Drug Program (ADP) and Mental Health Services (MHS)
- Closed session regarding litigation: Kathy Torres v. County of Santa Barbara
- Closed session regarding labor negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements for substance use and mental health services, including a $15.1M contract with CADA and a $4.5M contract with Tarzana Treatment Centers. The Board also approved year-end budget revisions and the FY 2023-2024 Internal Audit Plan.
- Approved budget revisions and transfers to close FY 2022-2023 accounting records (5-0)
- Received and filed FY 2023-2024 Auditor-Controller’s Internal Audit Plan (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 funding increase for CADA FY 2021-2024 agreement (5-0)
- Approved new FY 2023-2027 agreement with CADA for up to $15,102,450.00 (5-0)
- Approved termination of FY 2021-2024 agreement with CADA effective June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved new FY 2023-2027 agreement with Tarzana Treatment Centers for up to $4,568,400.00 (5-0)
- Approved termination of FY 2021-2024 agreement with Tarzana Treatment Centers effective June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the July 11, 2023 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review the County Executive Officer's report and several administrative items. The meeting includes a closed session regarding litigation, labor negotiations, and a performance evaluation.
- Budget revisions and transfers for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Healthcare recruitment contract with SHC Services, Inc. up to $300,000.00
- Litigation: Matthew Udkow v. County of Santa Barbara, et al.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 620 and Union of American Physicians and Dentists
The Board of Supervisors approved a $1.25 million HOME loan and related agreements for the Polo Village Apartments in Buellton. Other actions included approving healthcare recruitment services and budget revisions for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
- Approved $1.25M HOME Loan and subordination agreements for Polo Village Apartments (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 contract with SHC Services, Inc. for healthcare recruitment (5-0)
- Approved Year-End Transfers and Revisions of Appropriations for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
- Approved Budget Revision Request No. 0009031 (5-0)
- Approved legal services revenue agreements with BEACON for FY 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 (5-0)
- Approved changes to the 2023 meeting dates and locations schedule (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a regular session including a report from the County Executive Officer. The agenda includes several closed session items regarding litigation and labor negotiations.
- Weights and Measures Fuels, Lubricants and Automotive Products Agreement for $6,375.00
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated civil litigation
- Closed session: Alicia Pischke v. Santa Barbara County et al.
- Closed session: Joyce E. Dudley, Santa Barbara County District Attorney v. County of Santa Barbara
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements for Behavioral Wellness, including a $2 million contract for clinical staffing. The Board also authorized agreements with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and janitorial services.
- Approved $2M multiyear contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for clinical staffing (5-0)
- Approved $290,000 multiyear contract with Southern Coast Janitorial for Behavioral Wellness facilities (5-0)
- Approved $352,000 contract (2023-2027) with Pacific Pride Foundation for alcohol, drug, and opioid services (5-0)
- Approved $6,375 reimbursement agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for Fuels, Lubricants and Automotive Products Compliance Program (5-0)
- Approved $1,200 agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for Weighmaster Compliance Program (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 6, June 16, and June 20, 2023 meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review a report regarding emergency response actions following recent storms and flooding. Additionally, the Board is considering a second reading to update regulations for non-exclusive ambulance services in the county.
- Second reading to repeal and replace Chapter 5 Ambulances of the Santa Barbara County Code
- Review of Public Works Director’s report on emergency response actions from flooding and storms
- Decision on continuing emergency actions for debris removal and transportation projects
The Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 5182 to regulate non-exclusive ambulance services. The Board also approved the continuation of emergency response actions related to flooding and storm debris removal.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 5182 repealing and replacing Chapter 5 Ambulances of the Santa Barbara County Code (4-0)
- Approved continuation of emergency response actions for flooding, storms, and debris removal (4-0)
- Directed staff to return every 14 days to review the need for continued emergency actions (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget hearings for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Plan. Various departments, including Public Safety and Health & Human Services, will present their recommended budgets. The agenda also includes administrative resolutions and a report from the County Executive Officer.
- Budget hearings for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Plan
- Resolution proclaiming June 19, 2023, as Juneteenth in Santa Barbara County
- Resolution proclaiming June 2023 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Santa Barbara County
The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Recommended Budget and Operating Plan for the County and several special districts. The Board also adopted the budget for the County as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency and passed two commemorative resolutions.
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 Recommended Budget and Operating Plan (5-0)
- Approved CEO's recommended expansions and final budget adjustments for FY 2023-2024 (5-0)
- Adopted Salary Resolution for job classifications and position allocations (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 budget for the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency (5-0)
- Proclaimed June 19, 2023, as Juneteenth 2023 in Santa Barbara County (5-0)
- Proclaimed June 2023 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month 2023 in Santa Barbara County (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Delegated authority to the Chair for single-year grant and contract renewals within 10% of previous amounts (5-0)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board will consider recommendations regarding Proposition 4/111 Appropriations Limits for various districts and service areas. The agenda also includes a report from the County Executive Officer and closed sessions concerning litigation and labor negotiations.
- Adoption of resolutions establishing FY 2023-2024 appropriations limits for several districts
- Review of claims related to anticipated litigation exceeding $10,000
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 620
- Performance evaluations for various County department directors
The Board of Supervisors approved seven resolutions establishing appropriations limits for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. They also approved several behavioral health contracts and a revenue agreement for DUI program services.
- Adopted 7 resolutions establishing FY 2023-2024 appropriations limits (5-0)
- Approved DUI Program Services revenue agreement with CADA for $6,000 per year (5-0)
- Approved First Amendment to CalMHSA MOU for loan repayment program, increasing budget by $3,076 (5-0)
- Approved $35,000 contract for Andra Dillard, R.N. for infection disease prevention (5-0)
- Approved $26,400 contract for Edwin Feliciano, M.D. for psychiatric services (5-0)
- Received and filed Auditor-Controller's Report on Treasurer’s Investment Pool (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the May 16, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing administrative items including year-end budget transfers and a cost-sharing agreement with CenCal Health. The agenda also includes reports from the County Executive Officer and closed sessions regarding litigation and personnel appointments.
- MOU with CenCal Health for eating disorder treatment costs involving a $100,279.00 payment to BWell
- Authorization for year-end budget transfers and revisions of appropriations
- Closed session discussions regarding litigation including Frontier California Inc. v. County of Santa Barbara
- Public employee appointment for County Counsel
The Board of Supervisors reappointed Rachel Van Mullem as County Counsel and authorized an appellate review of a Superior Court decision regarding East Mountain Drive. Several Behavioral Wellness contracts and financial transfers were also approved.
- Reappointed Rachel Van Mullem as County Counsel (5-0)
- Authorized appellate review of Superior Court decision in Anderson, et al. v. County, et al. (5-0)
- Approved year-end transfers and revisions of appropriations for FY ending June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved MOU with CenCal Health for eating disorder care cost-sharing, resulting in $100,279 payment to BWell (5-0)
- Withdrew Idea Engineering, Inc. agreement from the agenda (5-0)
- Approved psychiatric services contract with Fred Berge, M.D. not to exceed $141,294.40 (5-0)
- Approved $150,000 amendment to KPMG LLP contract for Crisis Services review (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Stalwart Clean and Sober Inc. contract increasing FY 2022-2023 maximum to $235,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board will consider a contract amendment to fund public workshops for the Countywide Recreation Master Plan. Other items include a resolution supporting the CSAC AT HOME Plan to Address Homelessness and budget revisions. The Board will also review an ordinance regarding compensation for Supervisors.
- $30,000 increase for WSP Environment and Infrastructure Inc. contract
- Resolution supporting CSAC’s AT HOME Plan to Address Homelessness
- Budget Revisions Request Nos. 0008771 and 0008816
- Amendment to Ordinance 5119 regarding Board of Supervisors compensation
The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance to increase the salary cap and adjust the timing of salary increases for board members. The board also approved several public health grants and a contract amendment for a recreation master plan.
- Adopted Ordinance 5176 to increase salary cap from 3% to 5% and adjust salary timing (4-1)
- Approved $30,000 contract increase for WSP Environment and Infrastructure Inc. for Recreation Master Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-100 supporting CSAC’s AT HOME Plan to Address Homelessness (5-0)
- Approved $3,761,097.31 Immunization Local Assistance Grant from CA Dept of Public Health (5-0)
- Approved acceptance of $976,415.70 in pharmaceutical donations from Direct Relief International (5-0)
- Approved $2,433,999.00 in Future of Public Health funding for workforce and infrastructure (5-0)
- Approved Budget Revisions Request Nos. 0008771 and 0008816 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board will review Single Audit Reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The agenda also includes a proposal to extend a $300,000 service agreement with Resource Development Associates, Inc. Additionally, closed sessions are scheduled regarding litigation and labor negotiations.
- Receive and file Single Audit Reports for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
- Extend Resource Development Associates, Inc. service agreement through June 30, 2023 ($300,000)
- Closed session regarding litigation: Emerging Acquisitions, LLC v. Leslie Wells
- Closed session for labor negotiations with Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
The Board of Supervisors approved a $2,000,000 funding reservation for the Buellton Senior Village Apartments affordable housing project, contingent on the sponsor receiving 9% low-income housing tax credits by May 2, 2024. The board also approved a revised policy for naming and dedicating county assets, and continued a $511,435 contract for mental health stigma reduction materials to May 16, 2023. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including audit reports, service agreements, and a bid waiver for BioBag Americas.
- Approved $2M funding reservation for Buellton Senior Village Apartments (5-0)
- Adopted revised policy for naming and dedicating county assets (5-0)
- Continued $511,435 contract with Idea Engineering for mental health stigma reduction materials to May 16, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 amendment to Behavioral Wellness contract with Resource Development Associates (5-0)
- Approved $20,000 contractor agreement with Dr. John Onssy Anis for medical support services (5-0)
- Authorized $35,000 purchase order with BioBag Americas, waiving competitive bidding (5-0)
- Received and filed Single Audit Reports for FY ended June 30, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 4, 2023 meeting and April 6, 2023 special meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board is conducting a budget workshop to review the preliminary fiscal year budget. Discussions include priority capital projects, the use of discretionary revenues for non-cannabis programs, and evaluating revenue tax measures.
- Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget and Budget Development Workshops
- Cannabis Revenue Update
- Revenue Tax Measures
The Board of Supervisors held a budget workshop to review departmental budgets and special issues. They provided direction on the preliminary budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and determined the actions were not subject to CEQA review.
- Approved direction for FY 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget and Budget Development Workshops (5-0)
- Received and filed staff presentations on Policy & Executive departmental budgets
- Received and filed staff presentation on Cannabis Revenue Update
- Received and filed staff presentation on Revenue Tax Measures
- Determined budget actions are not subject to CEQA review (5-0)
- No reportable action taken during closed session
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget workshop to review the preliminary fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. Discussions include departmental budgets for general government, support services, and public safety.
- Review of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget
- Direction regarding priority capital projects
- Discussion on use of discretionary revenues for non-cannabis programs
- Evaluation of revenue tax measures
The Board held a budget workshop to receive staff presentations and public testimony regarding departmental budgets and capital projects. No final budget approvals or votes were recorded during this session.
- Received and filed staff presentations for General Government & Support Services budgets
- Received and filed staff presentation for Maintenance and Capital Projects
- Received and filed staff presentations for Public Safety budgets
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items including schedule changes for budget hearings and a contract amendment for CAL FIRE services. They are also considering the continuation of emergency response actions related to recent flooding and storms.
- Rescheduling June 2023 Budget Hearings to June 16 or June 20
- Amendment to CAL FIRE agreement increasing amount by $3,321,608.00 for a total not to exceed $48,930,148.00
- Continuation of emergency response actions regarding flooding, storms, and debris removal
- Proposed hearing for an amendment to the Cannabis Business Licensing Fee Ordinance
The Board of Supervisors approved a funding increase for fire protection services and extended emergency response actions for flooding and storms. They also scheduled a hearing for May 16 to discuss cannabis business licensing fee amendments and held budget workshops for several county departments.
- Approved $3,321,608.00 increase for CAL FIRE agreement for period July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved continuation of emergency response actions for flooding and storms (4-0)
- Approved rescheduling June 2023 Budget Hearings to June 16 and June 20 (4-0)
- Set hearing for May 16, 2023 regarding Cannabis Business Licensing Fee Ordinance (4-0)
- Received and filed staff presentations for FY 2023-2024 budget workshops
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is considering an ordinance to add 'Just Cause for Residential Evictions' to County Code Chapter 44. The Board will decide whether to adopt this as an urgency ordinance or move forward with a standard introduction process.
- Hearing on Just Cause for Residential Evictions (Item 23-00364)
- Closed session regarding potential civil litigation
- County Executive Officer's report on programs and staff updates
The Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 5175, which amends County Code Chapter 44 to add Article IV regarding Just Cause for Residential Evictions. The action followed a public hearing and staff presentation.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 5175 to add Just Cause for Residential Evictions to County Code Chapter 44 (4-0, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items including contract renewals and cost recovery reports. The meeting includes a report from the County Executive Officer and a closed session regarding existing litigation.
- Amendment to Brown Armstrong Accountancy Corporation contract for $145,000.00 to $157,000.00 for annual financial audits
- Property Tax Administrative Cost Recovery report and resolution for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Agreement with Idea Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $621,435.00 for mental health and substance use materials
- Closed session discussion regarding Christopher Anderson, et al. v. County of Santa Barbara, et al.
The Board of Supervisors denied appeals against the Highway 101 Widening project (Segment 4D) and granted de novo approval. Additionally, the Board canceled an ambulance RFP to move toward a non-exclusive service arrangement.
- Denied appeals for Highway 101 Widening project and granted de novo approval (4-0, 1 absent)
- Canceled Ambulance RFP and directed staff to enter a non-exclusive ambulance arrangement (5-0)
- Awarded $3,175,961 contract to Dixon Marine Services, Inc. for Carpinteria Salt Marsh Emergency Dredging (5-0)
- Awarded $1,213,320 contract to Raminha Construction, Inc. for Tajiguas Landfill Groundwater Protection System (5-0)
- Approved $452,000 contract to Best Contracting Services, Inc. for Elections and VA Building roof replacement (5-0)
- Approved $2,000,000 contract increase for legal services with Meyers Nave (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-70 re-ratifying the Proclamation of Local Emergency Caused by Drought Conditions (5-0)
- Approved $100,000 HOME fund increase for Good Samaritan Shelter residence rehabilitation (4-0, 1 abstained)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative items, including a $400,000 loan for a housing project in Santa Maria. The agenda also includes federal funding for a rental security deposit program and medical service contracts.
- $400,000 HOME-ARP loan to Good Samaritan Shelter for 2723 Marlberry Street
- $150,000 in federal funds for a Santa Maria rental security deposit program
- $20,000 medical support services agreement with Muhammad Salman ul Haq, M.D.
- Closed session discussion regarding litigation involving the District Attorney’s Office
The Board of Supervisors re-ratified a local emergency proclamation for winter storms and approved a $1.2M computer-aided dispatch system for the Fire Protection District. Other actions included approving various housing grants, legal services contracts, and salary resolutions for elected department heads.
- Approved $1.2M CAD system contract for Regional Fire Communications Center (5-0)
- Re-ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency for 2023 winter storms (5-0)
- Approved $750,000 legal services agreement with Perkins Coie LLP (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 HOME-ARP loan for residence at 2723 Marlberry Street (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved $150,000 HOME funds for City of Santa Maria security deposit program (5-0)
- Approved $380,000 contract increase for Modoc Road Multiuse Trail Segment 1 (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions for elected department head compensation and salary increases (4-0, 1 absent)
- Approved $122,126 agreement with Fighting Back Santa Maria Valley for youth mediation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a contract for mental health and substance use materials. They are also considering applications for state-funded affordable housing in Santa Barbara and Lompoc.
- $621,435 contract with Idea Engineering, Inc. for mental health and substance use materials
- Affordable housing application at 115 W. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara
- Affordable housing application at 1401 East Cypress Avenue, Lompoc
The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure and housing contracts, including a major fire communications center and road rehabilitation. They also authorized funding for supportive affordable housing projects and continued emergency storm response actions.
- Approved $13,871,556 construction contract for Emergency Operations and Regional Fire Communications Center (5-0)
- Awarded $4,060,540 contract to Granite Construction for South and Central Pavement Rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved $1,333,619 HHAP Round III funding for Good Samaritan Shelter (5-0)
- Approved ARPA funding not to exceed $2,038,760 for Good Samaritan Shelter's DignityMoves project (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions for supportive affordable housing at 115 W. Anapamu St and 1401 East Cypress Ave (5-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 ARPA-funded agreement with United Way for childcare sector recovery (5-0)
- Determined need to continue emergency actions for flooding and storm response (5-0)
- Approved equity wage adjustments for Engineer and Technicians Association (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will consider a water exchange request for the Flood Control and Water Conservation District. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding anticipated civil litigation involving land in Santa Maria.
- Central Coast Water Authority State Water Project water exchange with Irvine Ranch Water District
- Closed session discussion of potential civil litigation regarding 2936 Industrial Parkway in Santa Maria
The Board of Supervisors, acting as the Board of Directors for the Flood Control and Water Conservation District, approved a water exchange between the Central Coast Water Authority and Irvine Ranch Water District. This action was taken to protect water in the San Luis Reservoir from imminent spill loss.
- Approved exchange of State Water Project water between Central Coast Water Authority and Irvine Ranch Water District (4-0)
- Found water exchange with Irvine Ranch Water District to be in the best interests of the District (4-0)
- Approved CEQA exemption for the water exchange and directed staff to file a Notice of Exemption (4-0)
- Approved minutes of the February 28, 2023 meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors will review annual financial reports and budget schedules for the county. They are also considering a services agreement for alcohol and drug recovery programs. The Board will meet in closed session to discuss litigation and labor negotiations.
- $224,475 contract with Stalwart Clean and Sober Inc. for recovery program services
- Review of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
- Review of County Adopted Budget Schedules for fiscal year 2022-2023
- Closed session regarding litigation with Central Coast Water Authority
- Closed session labor negotiations with Deputy Sheriffs’ Association and SEIU Local 620
The Board of Supervisors approved a ground lease and development agreement for modular units at 2131 Southside Parkway. Other key actions included terminating COVID-19 emergency proclamations and approving several behavioral health and public works contracts.
- Approved ground lease and development agreement for DignityMoves Hope Village (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions terminating COVID-19 Local Emergency Proclamation and Local Health Emergency Declaration (5-0)
- Approved $510,000 agreement with Sicuro Data Analytics, LLC for the District Attorney's Office (5-0)
- Approved $2.9M total contract for LocumTenens.com LLC for psychiatric staffing (5-0)
- Approved $387,700 construction contract to Beador Construction Company for Refugio Rd retaining wall (5-0)
- Approved $609,183 five-year agreement with Priority Dispatch Corporation for fire/medical software (5-0)
- Approved $956,000 agreement with Ernst and Young for 2023 storm disaster cost recovery (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 5173 to rezone APN 103-200-065 from 2-E-1 to 1-E-1 (5-0)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items, including a budget revision for Proposition 47 grant funds. This revision would increase funding for the Behavioral Wellness Alcohol and Drug Program and transfer funds to the Public Defender, District Attorney, Sheriff, and Probation departments.
- $940,804 budget revision for Proposition 47 grant funds
- Contract with Mattress Recycling Council for mattress collection services
- Compensation agreement for Chief Pilots in the Air Support Unit
- Auditor-Controller's report on the County Treasurer’s Investment Pool
- Recycled water distribution plans for Rancho Maria Golf Course
The Board of Supervisors approved the continuation of emergency response actions for flooding and storms. They also adopted a Zero-Emission Vehicle Policy and provided specific direction to staff to revise the sixth Cycle Housing Element Goals, Policies and Programs. Additionally, several infrastructure contracts and budget revisions were approved.
- Approved continuation of emergency response actions for flooding and storms (5-0)
- Approved Zero-Emission Vehicle Policy (5-0)
- Directed staff to revise Housing Element goals to include livable communities and workforce housing (5-0)
- Awarded $868,600 construction contract to Raminha Construction, Inc. for recycled water project (5-0)
- Approved $249,462.41 engineering contract with Atkins North America, Inc. for Montecito Flood Control (5-0)
- Increased Bob’s Backhoe and Trucking contract by $1,000,000 and Filippin Engineering Inc. by $300,000 (5-0)
- Approved Budget Revision Request No. 0008722 for Prop 47 Grant funds (5-0)
- Approved Difficult-To-Fill Position Employee Referral Program Policy (5-0)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items, including a new digital literacy program funded by ARPA funds. The meeting also includes an update on January 2023 storm recovery and contract amendments for energy assessment services.
- $375,000 agreement with Santa Barbara Partners in Education for a digital literacy program
- $330,000 contract increase for Energy Assurance Assessment Services with Arup North America LTD
- Appointment of Buellton and Solvang representatives to the County Library Advisory Committee
- January 2023 storm recovery update from the County Executive Officer
The Board of Supervisors approved the issuance of tax-exempt revenue obligations to finance a 49-unit rental housing facility. Other key actions included adopting a wildfire protection plan for the Gaviota Coast and re-ratifying a drought emergency proclamation.
- Approved $11.5M in tax-exempt obligations for Brisa Encina Apartments (5-0)
- Adopted the Gaviota Coast Community Wildfire Protection Plan (5-0)
- Re-ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency Caused by Drought Conditions (5-0)
- Approved $375,000 ARPA-funded digital literacy program with Santa Barbara Partners in Education (5-0)
- Approved $330,000 contract increase for Arup North America LTD Energy Assurance services (5-0)
- Approved lease for Child Support Services at 201 South Miller Street at $5,107.25 monthly (5-0)
- Approved $51,764 contract increase for BrightView Landscape Services (5-0)
- Approved remote hearings until February 28, 2023 (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several funding applications and agreements for the Department of Behavioral Wellness. These include a project to increase housing retention and a grant for crisis stabilization services. The meeting also includes an update on storm emergency efforts.
- $7,552,606.00 application for the Housing Assistance and Retention Team (HART) project
- $6,000,000.00 grant for the CREDO47 Program to divert individuals from criminal justice
- Student Support Agreement with the Regents of the University of California
- Update on storm emergency status
The Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance to implement a streamlined ministerial review process for multiple-unit and mixed-use housing projects. They also authorized several grants for homelessness and mental health services and approved emergency storm recovery actions.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 5172 to streamline housing project reviews (5-0)
- Authorized application for up to $6M in California Encampment Resolution Funding (5-0)
- Approved $600,000 in ARPA funding for senior nutrition assessments and provider gaps (5-0)
- Designated Rocky Nook Park as a County Historic Landmark (4-1)
- Approved $1.69M emergency facility system upgrade contract (5-0)
- Authorized $651,996 emergency contract for Toro Canyon Creek oil cleanup (5-0)
- Approved $7.55M Mental Health Services Act project plan for housing retention (5-0)
- Approved $6M Prop 47 grant for the CREDO47 program (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board will elect 2023 officers and administer oaths to officials elected in 2022. The agenda also includes reviewing mitigation fee reports and approving contracts for behavioral health and healthcare staffing.
- Election of 2023 Board Officers and District Directors
- $420,000 agreement for suicide prevention and stigma reduction services
- Amendment to Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services contract for dietitian services
- Review of the FY 2021-2022 AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report
The Board of Supervisors ratified a local emergency proclamation following a storm that began January 9, 2023. The Board also authorized the creation of a standalone IT department for the 2023-2024 budget and appointed 2023 leadership and committee representatives.
- Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency for January 2023 Storm (5-0)
- Appointed Supervisor Williams as Chair and Supervisor Lavagnino as Vice-Chair for 2023 (5-0)
- Authorized formation of a standalone IT department for FY 2023-2024 budget (5-0)
- Approved $420,000 CalMHSA PEI Participation Agreement for suicide prevention (5-0)
- Approved $840,000 in HOME-ARP rental assistance for county and city housing authorities (5-0)
- Awarded $199,821.26 contract to Endelos Energy, Inc. for solar inverter replacement (5-0)
- Authorized $100,000 annual waiver of competition for lumber and sign posts from Hayward Lumber Co. (5-0)
- Approved $100,000 consulting agreement with Ernst and Young for ReSource Center (5-0)