San Diego County public meetings in 2024
11 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Land Use Committee is meeting to finalize zoning amendments for the Fallbrook Sub-Area Plan and approve a lease with American Airlines at McClellan-Palomar Airport. The agenda also includes the continuation of a local emergency declaration regarding cross-border sewage pollution and the receipt of annual reports on park and transportation impact fees.
- Adoption of zoning ordinance amendments and acceptance of the Fallbrook Sub-Area Plan
- Approval of lease with American Airlines at McClellan-Palomar Airport
- Continuation of Local Emergency Proclamation for U.S.-Mexico Transboundary Pollution
- Receipt of Park Land Dedication Ordinance fee report ($5,739,314 collected in FY 2023-24)
- Approval of first amendment to Marquart Ranch subdivision agreement
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Fire Protection District Board voted to approve $1.7 million in budget adjustments for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2024-25. The funds, sourced from Fire Mitigation Fee balances, will be used to purchase one fire engine and provide additional capital funding for Jacumba Fire Station #43. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting.
- Approval of $1,000,000 appropriation to purchase one fire engine
- Approval of $700,000 appropriation for Jacumba Fire Station #43 capital project
- Approval of minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote to amend a grant agreement with the San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center (SDRPIC) to direct $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds toward climate-resilient green stormwater infrastructure at a site in Spring Valley. The meeting also includes the second reading of an ordinance establishing new speed limits on seven county-maintained roads and a public hearing regarding a land use easement in the Pala/Pauma area.
- Amend grant agreement with SDRPIC to allocate $2 million in ARPA funds for green stormwater projects at the San Diego Youth Services site in Spring Valley
- Second reading of ordinance to reduce speed limits to 30 MPH on Barnett Road and Eleventh Street in Ramona
- Second reading of ordinance to reduce speed limit to 35 MPH on El Camino Real/La Noria in Rancho Santa Fe
- Second reading of ordinance to establish speed limits on Flowerwood Lane, Little Gopher Canyon Road, Old River Road, and Royal Crest Drive in Bonsall and San Pasqual
- Public hearing on Turnbull Open Space Easement and Limited Building Zone Easement Vacation (PDS2024-VAC-24-002) in the Pala/Pauma Subregional Plan Area
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Fire Protection District Board is discussing a resolution to direct the Executive Director to help residents apply for the IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home program. This initiative aims to assist homeowners in meeting fire safety requirements to qualify for insurance discounts, addressing rising premiums and coverage cancellations. The agenda notes that over 80% of the district's jurisdiction is a disadvantaged unincorporated community, with 79% designated as High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity. Staff recommend this action to provide financial relief and improve home safety with minimal administrative cost.
- Direct SDCFPD Executive Director to facilitate IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home application and inspection process
- IBHS program requires a $125 application fee and a passed inspection for insurance discounts
- 79% of the unincorporated area is designated as High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity
- Over 80% of the SDCFPD jurisdictional area qualifies as a disadvantaged unincorporated community
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to address the Tijuana River pollution crisis, including a request to proclaim a local emergency and pursue litigation. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the 2025-29 Consolidated Plan and funding for Afghan refugee services. Routine items include updates on the Sheriff's Office and library operations.
- Request for Local Emergency Proclamation for U.S.-Mexico Transboundary Pollution Environmental Crisis
- Public Hearing: 2025-29 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025-26 Annual Plan Strategy for CDBG, HOPWA, and ESG
- Authorize acceptance of funding from California Department of Social Services for Afghan refugee supportive services and housing assistance for Ukrainians
- Affirmative litigation to fight for a faster fix for the Tijuana River pollution crisis
- Ordinance amending code to exempt VFW and fraternal organizations from entertainment and public dance licenses
FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
The San Diego County Flood Control District is seeking approval to continue emergency repairs at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court in Casa de Oro. This is the final location remaining from nine sites damaged by the January 22, 2024, storm event. The total estimated construction cost for all emergency repairs is $6.25 million, funded by the prior year Flood Control District Fund balance.
- Continuation of emergency repair work at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court, Casa de Oro
- Total project construction cost estimated at $6,250,000
- Funding source is the prior year Flood Control District Fund balance
- Eight of nine emergency repair projects were completed as of June 5, 2024
- Edgewood Court project is approximately 85% complete with work expected to finish by October 2024
The San Diego County Flood Control District approved continuing emergency repair work at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court in Casa de Oro, the only remaining site from the January 2024 storm damage. The board found the project statutorily exempt from CEQA and authorized the work without bidding, per Public Contract Code. The action was approved unanimously on consent.
- Approved continuation of emergency storm drain repair at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court, Casa de Oro (unanimous)
- Found project statutorily exempt from CEQA under Section 15269(b)
- Authorized continued emergency work without public bidding per Public Contract Code 22050(c)(2)
- Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to authorize up to $50 million in as-needed engineering and land surveying contracts for the Department of Public Works. The board will also set a public hearing for October 23, 2024, to consider vacating open space easements on a 22.63-acre parcel near Cole Grade Road and Pauma Valley Drive. Additionally, the board will take first reading on an ordinance amending the San Diego County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
- Authorization to award up to four as-needed contracts for engineering design and land surveying, totaling up to $50 million over five years.
- Setting a public hearing for October 23, 2024, to vacate a 9.43-acre Biological Open Space Easement and 1.75-acre Limited Building Zone Easement (PDS2024-VAC-24-002).
- First reading of an ordinance to amend the San Diego County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, County Code § 811.101.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Fire Protection District approved the minutes of the July 17, 2024 meeting and adopted Resolution No. 24-120 accepting the FY 2023-24 fire inspection report, which confirmed completion of 100% of mandated inspections at 258 sites. The board also introduced an ordinance to transfer the Ramona fire protection and ambulance/paramedic fees and charges into the county code, scheduling a second reading for October 8, 2024.
- Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-120 accepting FY 2023-24 fire inspection report (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinance on Ramona fire protection and ambulance/paramedic fees (first reading, unanimous)
- Scheduled second reading of Ramona ordinance for October 8, 2024
FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
The San Diego County Flood Control District approved continuing emergency repair work at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court in Casa de Oro, the last of nine storm drain sites damaged in the January 2024 flooding. The board found the project statutorily exempt from CEQA and authorized the work without bidding, per Public Contract Code section 22050. The total estimated construction cost for all emergency repairs is $6.25 million. The motion passed unanimously on consent.
- Approved continuing emergency storm drain repair at 4362 & 4368 Edgewood Court, Casa de Oro (unanimous)
- Found project statutorily exempt from CEQA under Section 15269(b)
- Authorized continuation of emergency work without notice for bids per Public Contract Code 22050(c)(2)
- Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The Board of Supervisors adopted the 2024 Climate Action Plan Update, certifying the final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and amending the General Plan. The board also directed continued fire safety technical studies for battery energy storage projects, but rejected a proposed urgency ordinance banning non-containerized BESS facilities. All other agenda items were approved on consent.
- Adopted Climate Action Plan Update and certified Final SEIR (3-2, Vargas, Lawson-Remer, Montgomery Steppe ayes; Anderson, Desmond noes)
- Directed continued fire safety technical studies for BESS projects and disclosure in applicant packages (4-1, Desmond dissenting)
- Directed County Fire Chief to analyze residential buffer distances for BESS facilities, report back by Dec 11, 2024 (4-1)
- Rejected urgency ordinance prohibiting non-containerized BESS facilities (motion failed, no second)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 10917 amending speed limits on county roads (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 10918 updating onsite wastewater treatment system standards (5-0)
- Continued local emergency for U.S.-Mexico transboundary pollution (5-0)
- Approved $3,541,470 revenue agreement with state for radiation control program (5-0)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors adopted the Fair Chance Ordinance, adding Chapter 27 to the County Code to regulate private employers' use of criminal history in employment decisions, with enforcement by the Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement. The Board also approved several consent items, including accepting multiple grant funds, setting the FY 2024-25 appropriation limit and property tax rates, and adopting compensation ordinance amendments. Several agenda items were withdrawn, including a proposed immigration enforcement policy and a reproductive health program.
- Adopted Fair Chance Ordinance No. 10914 (4-0)
- Adopted FY 2024-25 appropriation limit resolution (4-0)
- Adopted FY 2024-25 property tax rates resolution (4-0)
- Adopted compensation ordinance amendments No. 10915 & 10916 (4-0)
- Approved $319,971 FEMA hazard mitigation grant (4-0)
- Approved $600,000 traffic safety grant for Medical Examiner (4-0)
- Approved $650,000 DUI probation grant (4-0)
- Approved $63.5M EDCO revenue bond issuance (4-0)