Shasta County public meetings in 2022

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct an oath of office ceremony for incoming District 1 and 5 Supervisors and recognize outgoing supervisors for their service. Other notable items include adopting a resolution for a local drought emergency continuation, approving a remote work policy, and accepting donations of equipment and vehicles.

• Oath of office for incoming District 1 and 5 Supervisors
• Adopt resolution continuing local drought emergency proclamation
• Approve amendments to Personnel Rules for remote work policy
• Accept donation of radio repeater equipment from Eric Marler (value pending appraisal)
• Approve purchase of 14 vehicles from Lithia Chevrolet, Crown Motors, and Corning Ford

The Board of Supervisors approved a new fee schedule for county permits and services, including modified agricultural fees. They also approved a zoning change for a 6.42-acre property in Palo Cedro and reorganized Veterans Services under the County Administrative Office.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 765 setting and identifying fees for county permits and services (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for 6.42-acre property on Plaza Drive from C-O-DR to C-M zone (Unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2022-10 moving Veterans Services to the County Administrative Office (3-2)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1642 for a 3% longevity stipend for employees with 10+ years of service (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-150 to continue the local drought emergency proclamation (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-143 naming Stacey Hughes as 2022 Employee of the Year (Unanimous)
• Approved retroactive agreement amendment for PACE Engineering, Inc. increasing compensation by $20,392 (Unanimous)
• Appointed eight individuals to special district board seats in lieu of election (Unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will meet to approve its 2023 meeting calendar and the minutes from its November 1, 2022 meeting. Both items are on the consent calendar and are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The meeting is open for public comment on any agenda item or other matters within the board's jurisdiction.

• Approve the proposed calendar of Air Pollution Control Board meetings for 2023
• Approve the minutes of the November 1, 2022 meeting

The Board approved the proposed meeting calendar for 2023 and the minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider consent calendar items including denying property tax refund claims from T-Mobile ($5,911) and Lumen Technologies ($17,346) for fiscal year 2018-19. Other routine actions include approving a storage lease, reappointing board members, and adopting salary adjustments tied to minimum wage. The regular calendar has one item: recognizing an employee of the month.

• Deny T-Mobile West LLC's claim for $5,911.25 property tax refund
• Deny Lumen Technologies' claim for $17,345.95 property tax refund
• Approve lease with Richard Weaver for 2,000 sq ft storage at 3985 Eastside Road Unit 9, Redding
• Adopt salary resolution increasing some classifications to 5% above $15.50/hour minimum wage
• Approve agreement with The Difference A2C, LLC for community meetings on proposed new jail construction

The Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance to integrate the Veterans Services Office into the County Administrative Office to improve fiscal support. The Board also certified the November 8, 2022, general election results and tabled a proposal to privatize the Opportunity Center.

• Approved ordinance to place Veterans Services within the County Administrative Office (3-2)
• Certified results of the November 8, 2022, Statewide General Election (unanimous)
• Tabled transition of Opportunity Center to private non-profit (unanimous)
• Approved $23,000 agreement with The Difference A2C, LLC for jail public engagement (unanimous)
• Appointed Genevieve Richardson as Director of Child Support Services (unanimous)
• Appointed Miguel Rodriguez as Director of Mental Health Services (unanimous)
• Approved hiring sign-on bonus pilot program for DA Investigators (4-1)
• Approved partial appeal of $8,251.53 impact fee for 32120 Battleview Drive (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: HHAP Funding

The Board will receive a report on the Governor's decision to withhold certain HHAP funding and the state's request for a guidance letter by Nov 29, 2022, committing to specific actions to address homelessness. The Board will provide direction to staff on how to respond.

• Receive report on Governor's decision to withhold HHAP funding distribution to local agencies
• State requests local agencies sign a guidance letter by November 29, 2022, committing to actions related to homelessness
• Board to provide direction to staff on responding to the state's request

The Board of Supervisors unanimously directed the Director of Housing and Community Action Programs to sign a state guidance letter by November 29, 2022. This action is required to receive Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding, which the Governor had withheld pending a commitment to more ambitious homelessness efforts.

• Approved signing the State's guidance letter to receive HHAP funding (unanimous)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board will receive a report on the Governor's decision to withhold certain Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) program funds from local agencies, and on the state's request that local agencies sign a guidance letter by November 29, 2022, committing to specific actions to address homelessness. The Board will provide direction to staff on how to respond to the state's request.

• Receive report on Governor's withholding of HHAP funding from local agencies
• State requests local agencies sign a guidance letter by November 29, 2022, committing to actions on homelessness
• Board to provide direction to staff on responding to the state's request

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a resolution to have the County Clerk run a special election for the City of Shasta Lake on March 7, 2023, with the county general fund covering costs. Other notable items include a proposed transient occupancy tax exemption for religious and charitable groups, a contract award for water meter replacements in Jones Valley, and updates on the Opportunity Center transition and HHSA organizational changes.

• Resolution to approve and fund City of Shasta Lake special election on March 7, 2023
• Ordinance establishing a transient occupancy tax exemption for religious, charitable, or educational purposes
• Award of $359,220.48 contract to SnL Group Inc. for CSA No. 6-Jones Valley water meter replacement project
• Update on proposed Opportunity Center transition and direction to staff
• Approval of HHSA organizational structure changes, adding two new classifications

The Board of Supervisors authorized the County to fund a special election for the City of Shasta Lake and approved a reorganization of the Health and Human Services Agency. Additionally, the Board extended local drought emergency proclamations and approved several public works and safety contracts.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-127 to fund and conduct Shasta Lake special election on March 7, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved HHSA organizational restructure and adopted Salary Resolution No. 1635 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-129 to continue local drought emergency proclamation
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-130 to continue Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2022-09 establishing transient occupancy tax exemptions for religious, charitable, or educational purposes
• Awarded $359,220.48 contract to SnL Group Inc. for Jones Valley Water Meter Replacement project
• Approved $177,494.36 for breathing apparatus safety upgrades from All Star Fire Equipment, Inc.
• Directed staff to return proposed Opportunity Center transition for decision on December 6, 2022

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting revisions to District Rules 2:6, 2:7, 2:8, and 2:9, which govern residential open burning. The board will also consider a budget amendment increasing appropriations by $22,432 for a state Wood Smoke Reduction Program grant and approve minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on revisions to open burning rules 2:6, 2:7, 2:8, and 2:9, consistent with Redding Ordinance 2598 and Public Resources Code Section 4423.1
• Budget amendment increasing appropriations by $22,432 for State Wood Smoke Reduction Program grant
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2022 meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted revisions to District Rules 2:6, 2:7, 2:8, and 2:9 regarding residential open burning. The board also approved a budget amendment for the State Wood Smoke Reduction Program grant.

• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2022-07 amending District Open Burning Rules 2:6, 2:7, 2:8, and 2:9 (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment increasing appropriations by $22,432 for State Wood Smoke Reduction Program grant (Unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a $4,134,387 contract to Slater & Son, Inc. for remodeling the Shasta County Sheriff's Office South County Patrol & Emergency Operation Center. They will also hold public hearings on three zone changes, including rezoning Foothill High School property to Public Facilities. Other items include approving a 2023 meeting calendar, selling up to 66 tax-defaulted properties at auction, and appointing a new HHSA Director.

• Award $4,134,387 contract for Sheriff's Office South County Patrol & Emergency Operation Center remodel
• Public hearings on three zone amendments: Foothill High School, Burney Civic Park, and Horsetown-Clear Creek Preserve
• Approve sale of up to 66 tax-defaulted properties at online auction on February 24, 2023
• Appoint Laura Burch as HHSA Director and Miguel Rodriguez as Acting Director of Mental Health Services
• Introduce ordinance to establish a Transient Occupancy Tax exemption for religious, charitable, or educational purposes

The Board of Supervisors approved several zoning amendments and mental health service agreements. They appointed Laura Burch as HHSA Director and Miguel Rodriguez as Acting Director of Mental Health Services. The 2023 meeting calendar was approved as amended.

• Awarded $4,134,387 contract to Slater & Son, Inc. for Sheriff's Office remodel
• Approved 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting calendar as amended
• Appointed Laura Burch as HHSA Director and Miguel Rodriguez as Acting Director of Mental Health Services
• Approved MOU to provide temporary Agricultural Commissioner services to Modoc County
• Enacted Ordinance No. 378-2065 rezoning Foothill High School property to Public Facilities
• Enacted Ordinance No. 378-2066 rezoning Burney Civic Park property to Public Facilities
• Enacted Ordinance No. 378-2067 rezoning Horsetown-Clear Creek Preserve to Open Space
• Enacted Ordinance No. 378-2068 rezoning 17 parcels in Cassel area to Limited Residential

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County IHSS Public Authority will consider approving the minutes from June 28, 2022, and a rate modification application to be submitted to the California Department of Social Services. Both items are on the consent calendar and are expected to be routine.

• Approve minutes of June 28, 2022 meeting
• Approve IHSS Public Authority Rate Modification Application and cover letter for submission to California Department of Social Services

The Governing Board approved a rate modification application and cover letter for the California Department of Social Services. The board also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2022, meeting.

• Approved In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Rate Modification Application and Cover Letter (Unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider enacting an ordinance to regulate organic waste disposal from residential and commercial premises in unincorporated areas. They will also receive updates on the county's American Rescue Plan projects and mental health funding. Several routine consent items include appointments, contract amendments, and a drought relief program continuation.

• Ordinance adding Chapter 8.34 'Organic Waste Disposal Reduction' to county code
• Amendment with Care Horizons Assisted Living increasing compensation by $1,000,000
• Resolution authorizing $2,845,000 planning grant for Cottonwood Sewer Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades
• Continuation of emergency drought relief program for private water supply systems
• Agreement with Urban 3, LLC for countywide development pattern analysis

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to pause work on the Palo Cedro Specific Plan until the community is ready to bring it forward, after a motion to rescind a prior directive was withdrawn by consensus. The Board also approved letters of authorization for the Shasta County Fire Safe Council to apply for state grants, adopted proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Global Youth Justice Month, and approved a consent calendar including an organic waste ordinance and various appointments. A proposed ordinance to move the Veterans Service Office under the County Administrative Office was postponed to December 6, 2022, with a 4-1 vote (Supervisor Rickert dissenting).

• Paused Palo Cedro Specific Plan work until community ready (consensus)
• Approved letters for Fire Safe Council to apply for state grants (unanimous)
• Adopted Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Global Youth Justice Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including organic waste ordinance, appointments, and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved 32 appointments in lieu of election to 16 special district boards (unanimous)
• Postponed Veterans Service Office reorganization to Dec. 6, 2022 (4-1, Rickert no)
• Received ARPA update and authorized CEO to sign special district grant agreements (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority Board will consider approving a Notice of Conditional Award for 49 Project Based Vouchers to Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the September 27, 2022 meeting. Public comment is open for all items.

• Approve and authorize signing a Notice of Conditional Award for 49 Project Based Vouchers to Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCH)
• Approve the minutes of the September 27, 2022 meeting

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board is meeting to approve routine administrative items and air quality funding. The board will consider several grant agreements with the California Air Resources Board and subvention program applications.

• Emission Inventory District Grant Program Year 5 Funds for FY 2021-22 in the amount of $12,583
• Community Air Protection Program Year 5 Funds for FY 2021-22 in the amount of $35,563
• Subvention Program Application for FY 2022-23 in the amount of $40,893.31
• Supplemental Funds Request Form for FY 2022-23 in the amount of $8,086.97
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 28, 2022

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting resolutions ratifying grant agreements for the Emission Inventory District Grant Program ($12,583) and the Community Air Protection Program ($35,563), both with the California Air Resources Board. The board also approved and authorized the Air Pollution Control Officer to sign the Subvention Program Application for FY 2022-23 ($40,893.31), a Supplemental Funds Request ($8,086.97), and the FY 2021-22 Year-End Financial Report. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved minutes of June 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-05 ratifying $12,583 Emission Inventory District Grant Program agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 ratifying $35,563 Community Air Protection Program agreement (unanimous)
• Approved and authorized signing of Subvention Program Application for FY 2022-23 ($40,893.31) (unanimous)
• Approved and authorized signing of Supplemental Funds Request for FY 2022-23 ($8,086.97) (unanimous)
• Approved and authorized signing of Subvention Program Year-End Financial Report for FY 2021-22 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss an ordinance to regulate organic waste disposal for residential and commercial premises in unincorporated areas. The meeting also includes decisions on mental health service agreements and public works project funding.

• Proposed ordinance adding Chapter 8.34, 'Organic Waste Disposal Reduction' to Title 8 of the Shasta County Code
• Budget amendment of $50,000 for the Cascade Office Building Storm Drain Repair Project
• Continuation of the emergency proclamation for the Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Addition of 2.0 Full-Time Equivalent Juvenile Detention Officer I/II positions
• Agreement with California Mental Health Services Authority for the Behavioral Health Quality Improvement Program

The Board of Supervisors received a report on transitioning Opportunity Center programs to Far Northern Regional Center and directed staff to hold further stakeholder meetings before returning with a possible action item. The board also approved a retroactive $4.5 million agreement for a jail-based competency treatment program, adopted an organic waste reduction ordinance for unincorporated areas, and cancelled the November 15 meeting due to a CSAC conflict.

• Approved retroactive revenue agreement with CA Dept. of State Hospitals for jail-based competency treatment program, not to exceed $4,492,720.24, through June 30, 2025
• Introduced and waived reading of ordinance adding Chapter 8.34 (Organic Waste Disposal Reduction) to Shasta County Code
• Amended 2022 meeting calendar: cancelled Nov. 15 meeting, added Nov. 8 meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-115 approving revised Conflict of Interest Code for Columbia Elementary School District
• Approved retroactive amendment to Psynergy Programs agreement for residential mental health treatment, increasing compensation by $45,000 to $2,060,000
• Approved agreement with California Mental Health Services Authority for Behavioral Health Quality Improvement Program, not to exceed $73,420
• Approved retroactive renewal revenue agreement with City of Redding for Community Prosecutor Program, $200,000 for FY 2021-2023
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1633 adding 2.0 FTE Juvenile Detention Officer I/II positions and approved related budget amendments

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on the Shasta Public Library System, recruitment efforts, and the status of the Grant-Funded Drought Relief Program. The agenda includes several appointments, contract renewals, and a public hearing regarding a public easement in Keswick.

• Presentation on the Shasta County Grant-Funded Drought Relief Program
• Renewal agreement with Invo HealthCare Associates, LLC for mental health services
• Purchase of three trucks with plow components from Crown Motors
• Purchase of ZoneHaven software for Sheriff's department evacuations
• Public hearing to consider vacating a public easement in the Keswick area

The Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Sean O'Hara, CAL FIRE Shasta-Trinity Unit Chief, as Shasta County Fire Warden and Chief of the Shasta County Fire Department, effective September 19, 2022. The Board also approved a consent calendar including contracts, resolutions, and appointments, and adopted two resolutions vacating public easements in the Keswick area. A discussion to reschedule the November 15, 2022 meeting to November 8 was tabled for future consideration.

• Appointed Sean O'Hara as Fire Warden and Chief of Shasta County Fire Department (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-112 vacating public easement in Keswick Block 20 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-113 vacating public easement in Keswick Block 21 (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 378-2604 rezoning 411 acres to Timber Production (unanimous)
• Approved $1,483,575 renewal agreement with Invo Healthcare for mental health services (consent)
• Approved $374,730.85 purchase of Palo Alto Firewall system (consent)
• Approved $232,649.73 purchase of three pickup trucks from Crown Motors (consent)
• Tabled discussion on rescheduling November 15 meeting to November 8 (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will conduct public hearings to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan and the Annual PHA Plan. These updates are required to maintain rental assistance programs and implement HUD rules.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend the FY 2022-23 HCV Program Administrative Plan and FSS Action Plan
• Public hearing and resolution to amend the FY 2022-23 Annual PHA Plan
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 21 and June 28, 2022

The Shasta County Housing Authority unanimously approved two resolutions (2022-03 and 2022-04) after public hearings. Resolution 2022-03 amends the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan and the Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan. Resolution 2022-04 amends the Annual Public Housing Agency Plan and authorizes the Housing Director to sign compliance certifications. Both amendments were found exempt from CEQA.

• Approved minutes of June 21 and June 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-03 amending HCV Administrative Plan and FSS Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04 amending Annual PHA Plan and authorizing Director to sign certifications (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review various administrative, financial, and public works items. The agenda includes personnel recognition, tax rate approvals, health service agreements, and several public works project completions.

• Recognition of Shellie Costa as Employee of the Month
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Countywide Tax Rate
• Retroactive agreement with Aloha Psychiatry for telepsychiatry services up to $1,475,000
• Purchase of MagNA Pure 24 DNA Extraction Instrument from Roche Diagnostics Corp.
• Notice of Completion for the Shasta County Jail Door Replacement and Modification Project

The Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with Calaveras County to house Shasta County inmates at $85 per day per inmate, plus additional costs, through June 2025. The board also adopted resolutions consolidating elections for November 2022, approved a budget amendment for electronic poll books, and introduced an ordinance allowing separate appointment of a Mental Health Director. A motion to request preservation of 2020 election materials failed for lack of a second.

• Approved agreement with Calaveras County to house inmates at $85/day per inmate through June 30, 2025 (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-107 consolidating city and district elections for November 8, 2022 (unanimous).
• Approved budget amendment for KnowInk electronic poll books contract, 4-1 (Jones opposed).
• Appointed Ruth Atkins, Benjamin Hanna, and Jennifer Snider to Public Health Advisory Board, 4-1 (Jones opposed).
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 2.28 to allow separate appointment of Mental Health Director (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-108 implementing Williamson Act changes to reduce tax benefits and increase county revenue (unanimous).
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2022-06 updating FEMA floodplain management regulations (unanimous).
• Enacted Ordinance 378-2063 rezoning 0.09-acre parcel from C-2-DR to Mixed Use (unanimous).

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a public hearing regarding $355,000,000 in revenue bonds for waste disposal facilities. The agenda also includes several administrative actions for the Consent Calendar involving water systems, drought relief, and fire equipment.

• Public hearing on $355,000,000 in solid waste disposal revenue bonds
• Approval of CSA 2-Sugarloaf Water System Improvement Project bids
• Resolution for Shasta County Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Distribution of Dixie Fire Settlement Funds to CSA No. 1-County Fire
• Purchase of fire engine, extrication tools, and a pickup truck for County Fire

The Board voted 3-2 to place a discussion on preserving 2020 Presidential Election records on the September 13 agenda, after being told they could not act on it that night. They also approved a consent calendar including $640,000 in Dixie Fire settlement fund distribution, a $275,000 autopsy services contract amendment, and a $355M bond issuance for Waste Management facilities. In closed session, the Board reported that a candidate for Health Officer declined the offer and a new recruitment will begin.

• Agendized discussion on preserving 2020 election records for Sept. 13 meeting (3-2)
• Approved $640,000 Dixie Fire settlement fund distribution to volunteer fire stations (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive amendment to James Olson autopsy contract, increasing compensation to $275,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $355M bond issuance for Waste Management facilities, up to $5M for Anderson Landfill (unanimous)
• Approved $378,518.96 fire engine purchase for Shasta County Fire Department (consent)
• Approved $90,413.47 for extrication tools from Fire Rescue Equipment NW (consent)
• Approved $52,401.66 utility pickup truck purchase for County Fire (consent)
• Reported Health Officer candidate declined offer; new recruitment with interview panel authorized (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review the 2021 Shasta County Crop and Livestock Report. The consent calendar includes several administrative actions, budget amendments for landfill improvements, and emergency drought relief proclamations.

• Award $319,961.21 contract to Co-T Construction for Sacramento & Court Street Parking Lot Project
• Award $1,478,637 contract to SnL Group, Inc. for 2022 West Central Landfill Site Improvements
• Authorize purchase of a special response vehicle not to exceed $375,000
• Renew emergency drought relief program proclamation
• Approve easement contracts for the CSA 17-Cottonwood Collection System Improvement Project

The Board received a presentation on a new jail facility and unanimously directed staff to explore increasing jail bed space using Option A at the existing jail, allocate up to $25,000 for a public workshop on a separate jail campus, and appoint two supervisors as liaisons. The Board also adopted resolutions on an emergency solutions grant, land division standards, and wind energy zoning, and appointed Alfred Cathey as Public Works Director.

• Directed staff to explore jail bed expansion via Option A at existing jail (5-0)
• Allocated up to $25,000 for public workshop on new jail campus (5-0)
• Appointed Supervisors Jones and Rickert as jail campus liaisons (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-094 for Emergency Solutions Grant application up to $400,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-096 revising land division standards for onsite wastewater systems (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-097 to study zoning amendments for large wind energy systems (5-0)
• Appointed Alfred Cathey as Public Works Director effective Aug 28, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including $1.48M landfill contract and $319,961 parking lot contract (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative renewals and public safety presentations. Key discussions include drought emergency continuations, water pump modifications, and school resource officer incentives.

• Presentation on school resource officers and deputy hiring incentives
• Resolution to continue the local drought emergency proclamation
• Emergency pump modification for County Service Area No. 6-Jones Valley Water
• Cottonwood Collection System Improvement Project resolution
• Authorization of unmanned aerial vehicle equipment and training purchase

The Board unanimously directed staff to research the Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District's water allocation and drought impacts and place it on a future agenda. It also adopted resolutions for a CEQA addendum for the Cottonwood sewer project and continued the drought emergency. The Sheriff presented on SROs and staffing, but no formal action was taken on those topics.

• Directed staff to research ACID water allocation and place on future agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-088, CEQA Addendum for CSA 17-Cottonwood Collection System Improvement Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-086 continuing local drought emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-087 continuing CSA 6-Jones Valley Water emergency (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including JUMP software amendment reducing compensation by $37,520 (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff purchase of drone equipment from Steel City Drones for $77,438.58 (5-0)
• Approved CDCR jail services agreement not to exceed $100,970 (5-0)
• Approved retroactive training agreements with UC Davis totaling $450,585 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review a temporary organizational change within the Health and Human Services Agency and receive a presentation on fentanyl use. The agenda also includes several administrative, law enforcement, and public works agreements for approval.

• Proclamation designating August 2022 as Child Support Awareness Month
• Ordinance amending Section 16.04.160 of the Shasta County Code
• Agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for inpatient psychiatric care
• Purchase of a Caterpillar Model 420 Backhoe Loader from Peterson Tractor for $150,593.49
• Budget amendment and contract award for Cascade Office Building Storm Drain Repair Project for $375,940

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included multiple contracts, purchases, and budget amendments. Key actions included approving a $300,000 agreement for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, awarding a $375,940 storm drain repair contract, and purchasing a jail transport vehicle for up to $330,000. The board also adopted a proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month and received reports on HHSA reorganization and fentanyl use.

• Approved $300,000 agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for inpatient psychiatric care (unanimous)
• Awarded $375,940 storm drain repair contract to Sunrise Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of jail transport vehicle up to $330,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $323,249 CHP grant for DUI enforcement and education (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-083 for Crime Victims Assistance Center grant up to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $150,593.49 purchase of Caterpillar backhoe loader (unanimous)
• Approved $200,551.68 purchase of John Deere tractor with boom mower (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Tierra Robles

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding the Tierra Robles project. The proposed actions include adopting a Final Environmental Impact Report and amending zoning for the 715.4-acre site to a Planned Development zone. Additionally, the Board will consider a map to subdivide the site into 166 residential parcels and six open space parcels.

• Public hearing for Tierra Robles Planned Development
• Zoning amendment for 715.4-acre project site (Zone Amendment 10-002)
• Vesting Tentative Tract Map 1996 to subdivide into 166 residential parcels and six open space parcels

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors unanimously denied certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Tierra Robles Planned Development, disapproved Zone Amendment 10-002, and disapproved Vesting Tentative Tract Map 1996. The decision was made after a public hearing with concerns about water supply, fire safety, and traffic. The project cannot proceed without a water supply agreement.

• Denied certifying Final EIR for Tierra Robles Planned Development (5-0)
• Disapproved Zone Amendment 10-002 (5-0)
• Disapproved Vesting Tentative Tract Map 1996 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative actions, including a $7.8 million fire department agreement and updates to the county's legislative platform. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding parcel charges for service areas and a proposed ordinance to regulate wind energy systems.

• Retroactive renewal of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection agreement for $7,858,481
• Proposed ordinance to regulate small and large wind energy systems (Zone Amendment 22-0001)
• Public hearings regarding annual parcel charges for County Service Areas and Permanent Road Divisions
• Resolution to amend the Shasta County Code regarding onsite wastewater treatment system permits
• Award of contract to Nicolet Glass, Inc. for door and window installation and repair

The Board of Supervisors certified the June 7, 2022 Statewide Direct Primary Election results, rejecting a motion to audit the election. The board also approved a successor MOU with UPEC Professional Unit, salary increases for attorney classifications, a wind energy ordinance, and several consent calendar items. The certification passed 3-2 with Supervisors Chimenti, Baugh, and Rickert in favor, and Garman and Jones opposed.

• Certified June 7, 2022 primary election results (3-2, Chimenti/Baugh/Rickert ayes, Garman/Jones noes)
• Rejected motion to audit election and bring back item for review (failed, no vote tally recorded)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-079 approving UPEC Professional Unit MOU (unanimous)
• Adopted Salary Resolution 1631 increasing attorney salaries (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2022-04 prohibiting large wind energy systems (unanimous)
• Approved CAL FIRE agreement up to $7,858,481 for fire department administration (unanimous)
• Approved $756,482.51 purchase of Type I Fire Engine (consent calendar)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Nicolet Glass for door/window repair (consent calendar)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board will meet to review administrative and resource management items. Key actions include approving previous meeting minutes and adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget for the Air Quality Management District.

• Approval of June 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Shasta County Air Quality Management District budget

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Air Quality Management District budget as recommended by staff. The board also approved the minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 Air Quality Management District budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to adopt the FY 2022-23 budget, including salary schedules and position allocations. The body will also consider several healthcare service renewals and public works contracts.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and County Salary Schedule
• Establishment of the Shasta County appropriations limit at $243,358,466 for FY 2022-23
• Contract award to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. for Riverland Drive (2H16) Shoulder Widening
• Proposed loan not to exceed $100,000 to CSA No. 2-Sugarloaf Water Administration Fund
• Proclamation designating July 4-10, 2022, as 'National Marijuana Facts Week'

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget, committed fund balances, position allocations, salary schedule, and related resolutions, with Supervisor Baugh absent. It also approved several consent calendar items, including contracts for mental health services, a road widening contract, and a resolution extending parcel charges for the Siskiyou County Transfer Station. The Board directed staff to agendize a discussion with the Sheriff about stationing full-time deputies in outlying areas and housing bonuses.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget via Resolution 2022-073 (4-0, Baugh absent)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1629 and Resolution 2022-074 amending personnel rules
• Awarded $1,172,947 contract to J.F. Shea Construction for Riverland Drive shoulder widening
• Approved $2.5M renewal agreement with Crest Home for the Elderly
• Approved $2.5M renewal agreement with Psynergy Programs for mental health treatment
• Approved $3.5M renewal agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for mental health rehab
• Adopted Resolution 2022-075 extending Siskiyou County Transfer Station parcel charges
• Directed staff to agendize discussion on full-time deputies and housing bonuses for outlying areas

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will review routine administrative actions and significant financial policies. The Board is scheduled to consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget, position allocations, and the County Salary Schedule.

• Approval of meeting minutes from April 5 and June 14, 2022
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 Budget
• Adoption of the FY 2022-23 Schedule of Position Allocations
• Adoption of the County Salary Schedule

The Shasta County Housing Authority unanimously approved the minutes of its April 5 and June 14, 2022 meetings. It also adopted Resolution No. 2022-02, which approves the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget, the Schedule of Position Allocations, and the County Salary Schedule. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of April 5 and June 14, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-02 approving FY 2022-23 Budget, Position Allocations, and Salary Schedule (unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority is meeting to adopt the budget and position allocations for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The body will also consider the County Salary Schedule and approve minutes from the June 14, 2022, meeting.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 Budget
• Adoption of FY 2022-23 Schedule of Position Allocations
• Adoption of County Salary Schedule
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board approved the minutes from June 14, 2022, and adopted IHSS Public Authority Resolution No. 2022-02, which sets the FY 2022-23 budget, position allocations, and county salary schedule. The budget resolution passed with one dissenting vote from Supervisor Jones. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget, position allocations, and salary schedule via Resolution No. 2022-02 (4-1, Jones no)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency is meeting to adopt the budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from May and June 2022.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget
• Approval of May 17 and June 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Water Agency approved its Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget via Resolution No. 2022-01, as reviewed at the June 14, 2022 meeting. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 17 and June 14, 2022 meetings. No public comments were made.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget via Resolution No. 2022-01 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 17 and June 14, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a proclamation for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and various administrative updates. The agenda includes several consent calendar items regarding public works projects, health services, and county policies.

• Proclamation designating June 2022 as 'LGBTQIA+ Pride Month'
• West Central Landfill Improvements project bid advertisement
• Sacramento & Court Street Parking Lot Project bid advertisement
• CSA #8 Palo Cedro Water Backup Generator Project bid advertisement
• Year-end budget amendments

The Board of Supervisors voted 2-2 on a proclamation declaring June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Shasta County, with Supervisors Chimenti and Rickert in favor and Garman and Jones opposed; the motion failed. A subsequent motion to bring the proclamation back to a future meeting when all supervisors were present also failed 2-2. The board unanimously approved a consent calendar including contracts, grants, and budget amendments, and approved a letter opposing AB 1717.

• LGBTQIA+ Pride Month proclamation failed (2-2)
• Motion to revisit Pride Month proclamation failed (2-2)
• Approved letter opposing AB 1717 (unanimous)
• Approved $2M multi-functional devices contract with Ray A. Morgan and Carrel's (unanimous)
• Approved $2.5M telepsychiatry services renewal with American Telepsychiatrists (unanimous)
• Approved $893,424 Day Reporting Center renewal with GEO Reentry Services (unanimous)
• Approved $2,941,766 substance abuse block grant application (unanimous)
• Approved year-end budget amendments (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority Board will hold a regular meeting with a public comment period and a consent calendar. The only substantive action is approval of fiscal year-end 2022-23 budget amendments to better align the projected budget, with no additional General Fund impact and requiring a 4/5 vote. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Approve fiscal year-end 2022-23 budget amendments (no additional General Fund impact, 4/5 vote required)

The Shasta County Housing Authority approved a budget amendment increasing appropriations by $116,520 and revenue by $117,703. The motion was made by Chimenti and seconded by Rickert, and carried unanimously. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved budget amendment increasing appropriations by $116,520 and revenue by $117,703 (unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority is meeting to conduct public hearings for the FY 2022-23 budget. The body will review the recommended budget and consider revisions, reductions, or additions before directing the County Executive Officer to prepare an adopted budget resolution.

• FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget review and public hearing
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 18, 2022

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board held a budget hearing for FY 2022-23. No public comments were made. The board unanimously approved the budget units that were not appealed and had no major policy issues, and directed the County Executive Officer to prepare an adopted budget resolution for later consideration.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-23 budget units without appeals or major issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget resolution

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding the County's annual budget starting at 1:00 p.m. The meeting also includes the appointment of Patrick J. Minturn as Acting County Executive Officer/Clerk of the Board.

• Public hearing concerning the County's annual budget (Item R7)
• Ordinance approving a Military Equipment Use Policy for the Shasta County Sheriffs Office
• Agreement with Megabyte Property Tax Systems, Inc. for software support and modules
• Resolution continuing the local drought emergency proclamation
• Amendment to agreement with Haley Sadler, MA, LMFT increasing compensation by $23,920

The Board of Supervisors approved a motion to transfer $10 million from General Reserves to the Jail Capital Outlay account (4-1), and later approved the FY 2022-23 budget units not formally appealed, directing the CEO to prepare the adopted budget resolution. The board also approved numerous consent calendar items, including contracts for psychiatric services, an electronic health records system, and a military equipment use policy for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved $10M transfer from General Reserves to Jail Capital Outlay (4-1)
• Approved FY 2022-23 budget units not formally appealed (unanimous)
• Approved $6,015,763.46 agreement with Netsmart Technologies for electronic health records (unanimous)
• Approved $7M renewal agreement with RESTPADD, Inc. for inpatient psychiatric services (consent)
• Approved $4.5M renewal agreement with Restpadd Health Corp. for psychiatric inpatient services (consent)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 764 approving military equipment use policy for Sheriff's Office (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-064 appointing Patrick J. Minturn as Acting County Executive Officer (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 approving successor MOU with Professional Peace Officers Association (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Water Agency is meeting to review and discuss the recommended budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The body will consider revisions to the budget and conduct a public hearing before directing the County Executive Officer to prepare an adopted budget resolution.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget
• Review of the County Executive Officer’s Overview of the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget
• Consideration of revisions, reductions, or additions to the Recommended Budget

The Shasta County Water Agency held a public hearing on the FY 2022-23 recommended budget, with no public comments. The board unanimously approved budget units that were not formally appealed and had no major policy issues, and directed the County Executive Officer to prepare a final adopted budget resolution for later consideration.

• Approved unappealed FY 2022-23 budget units (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget resolution

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Air Pollution Control Board will conduct a public hearing to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and provide direction for revisions. The body will also consider the transfer of emission reduction credits and the appointment of a hearing board member.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget
• Public hearing on inter-district transfer of emission reduction credits to Tehama County
• Reappointment of Allen Krohn to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board
• Participation in the FARMER Program via agreement with Placer County Air Pollution Control District
• Receipt of the 2022 Annual Report on the Air Toxics 'Hot Spots' Information and Assessment Act

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved an inter-district transfer of up to 15 tons of banked NOx emission reduction credits to Tehama County, adopted a resolution authorizing continued participation in the FARMER Program, and accepted the FY 2020-21 audit. The board also reviewed the proposed FY 2022-23 budget, which will be considered for adoption on June 28, 2022. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Reappointed Allen Krohn to Air Quality Management District Hearing Board medical position, term to expire February 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted Independent Auditors' Report for FY 2020-21 financial statements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-03 authorizing continued participation in CARB FARMER Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04 approving inter-district transfer of up to 15 tons NOx credits to Tehama County (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on 2022 Air Toxics 'Hot Spots' Annual Report; received and discussed report (unanimous)
• Conducted public hearing on proposed FY 2022-23 budget; budget to return for adoption on June 28, 2022 (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Housing Authority is meeting to review the recommended budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The board will consider revisions, reductions, or additions to the budget and conduct a public hearing.

• Review of the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget
• Public hearing on the FY 2022-23 budget
• Consideration of a FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget resolution

The Shasta County Housing Authority held a public hearing on the FY 2022-23 recommended budget, with no public comments. The board unanimously approved budget units that were not appealed and had no major policy issues, and directed the County Executive Officer to prepare an adopted budget resolution for later consideration.

• Approved FY 2022-23 budget units without appeals or major issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget resolution

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider establishing a grant-funded emergency drought relief program for private water systems. They will also vote on appointing an Acting Public Works Director and adopting a military equipment use policy for the Sheriff's Office.

• Establishment of Shasta County Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Appointment of Alfred Cathey as Acting Public Works Director at $82.072 per hour
• Public hearing and ordinance adoption for a Sheriff's Office military equipment use policy
• $341,600 contract award to Stimpel-Wiebelhaus Associates, Inc. for Redding Regional Septage Impoundment 1B Cleanout
• Termination of local health and emergency proclamations related to the Fawn Fire

The Board unanimously approved the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan, allocating $25.9 million for a community corrections and rehabilitation center, along with funds for water, fire, housing, business, and administration. It also directed staff to draft language repealing ordinances that hinder solar permitting, approved a $2.23 million health care agreement for the juvenile facility, and adopted a drought relief program. The Board introduced a military equipment use policy ordinance for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved ARPA spending plan: $25.9M for community corrections center, $2M water, $2M fire, $2M housing, $800K business, $3.1M admin (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back language to repeal/amend ordinances hindering solar permitting (unanimous)
• Approved $2,227,528.72 agreement with Shasta Community Health Center for juvenile facility health care (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-059 establishing Grant-Funded Drought Relief Program (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance adopting military equipment use policy for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Appointed Alfred Cathey as Acting Public Works Director (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back info on expanding School Resource Officer Program (unanimous)
• Directed staff to place item on June 14 agenda to consider appointing Patrick Minturn as Acting CEO (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative and financial actions including the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda includes various presentations regarding economic development, mental health, and solar permitting.

• Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Recognition of Public Works Director Pat Minturn's retirement
• Approval of County claims totaling $475.00
• Public Works: Riverland Drive Shoulder Widening Project bids
• Public Works: Crisis Residential & Recovery Center Remodel contract

The Board directed staff to prepare a spending plan for American Rescue Plan Act funds, allocating approximately $25 million to rehabilitative services at the new correctional rehabilitation center, $3.9 million for administrative costs, and the remainder for fire prevention, drought mitigation, housing, and local businesses. The motion passed 4-1, with Supervisor Rickert dissenting. The Board also approved a $352,000 agreement with KNOWiNK, Inc. for an Electronic Poll Pad System, and approved a letter withdrawing opposition to the Redding Rancheria Casino project.

• Directed staff to prepare ARPA spending plan allocating ~$25M to jail rehab services, $3.9M admin, remainder to fire/drought/housing/business (4-1)
• Approved $352,000 agreement with KNOWiNK, Inc. for Electronic Poll Pad System (4-1)
• Approved letter withdrawing opposition to Redding Rancheria Casino project (3-2)
• Approved $4.8M renewal agreement with California Locums P.C. for psychiatric services
• Awarded $722,000 contract to Walker Construction Co. for Crisis Residential & Recovery Center Remodel
• Approved $398,245.80 agreement with City of Redding for General Plan Update staffing
• Approved $260,000 agreement with City of Shasta Lake for wastewater feasibility study
• Approved letter of support for AB 1773 and opposition to AB 2201

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board will consider routine administrative actions including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The board is also reviewing an amendment to an engineering services agreement for a water improvement project.

• Amendment to agreement with PACE Engineering, Inc. for the CSA No. 2-Sugarloaf Water Improvement Project
• Approval of the March 29, 2022, meeting minutes

The Shasta County Water Agency unanimously approved a consent calendar that included an amendment to the PACE Engineering agreement for the CSA No. 2 Sugarloaf Water Improvement Project, adding design and construction support services and increasing compensation by $380,000. The board also approved the minutes from the March 29, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved amendment to PACE Engineering agreement adding design and construction services, increasing compensation by $380,000 to $860,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 29, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider continuing emergency proclamations for the Fawn Fire and Jones Valley Water. The meeting includes approvals for health service agreements, public works contracts, and an electronic poll pad system for elections.

• Continuation of local health emergency proclamation for the Fawn Fire
• Continuation of emergency proclamation for CSA No. 6-Jones Valley Water
• Contract award to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. for Zogg Fire Road Resurfacing
• Agreement with KNOWiNK, Inc. for an Electronic Poll Pad System
• Acceptance of securities for Silverbridge Highlands Tract No. 1992 totaling $352,500 and $176,250

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to terminate County Health Officer Dr. Karen Ramstrom's at-will employment without cause, with Supervisors Chimenti and Rickert dissenting. The board also approved a consent calendar including contracts for sober living, mobile crisis, and road resurfacing, and continued a voting equipment agreement to May 17.

• Terminated County Health Officer Dr. Karen Ramstrom's at-will employment (3-2, Chimenti and Rickert dissenting)
• Approved $1,758,481 contract to J.F. Shea Construction for Zogg Fire Road Resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved $685,850 retroactive agreement with Hill Country Community Clinic for Mobile Crisis Team (unanimous)
• Approved $102,000 renewal agreements with About Time Recovery and VOTC for sober living services (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 amendment with The Sail House for enhanced residential care (unanimous)
• Approved $115,000 agreement with Shasta County Chemical People for youth drug abuse prevention (unanimous)
• Approved $2,180,444 amendment to state immunizations agreement (unanimous)
• Continued KnowiNK voting check-in agreement to May 17, 2022 (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board Regular Meeting

The Assessment Appeals Board will conduct a series of scheduled hearings to review property assessment appeals. The board will also consider requests for postponements, withdrawals, and stipulations submitted by the Assessor.

• Hearings for 2015 ESA Project Co. LLC (multiple cases)
• Hearings for Safeway Inc. and Safeway Holdings (multiple cases)
• Hearings for Lithia Real Estate, Inc. (multiple cases)
• Review of 309 Waivers for Prime Healthcare Services-Shasta LLC and Tesla Energy Operations, Inc.
• Consideration of withdrawals and stipulations for Lehigh Southwest Cement Company and Charter Communications

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The provided document contains the procedural framework for a Board of Supervisors meeting. It outlines rules for public comment, consent calendar procedures, and scheduled hearings.

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to direct staff to prepare a letter withdrawing the county's previous opposition to the Redding Rancheria casino relocation and issuing a letter of support, without conditions. A prior motion to make support contingent on a mitigation agreement failed 2-3. The board also adopted resolutions on fire services divestiture, drought emergency, and emergency pump modifications.

• Directed staff to prepare letter withdrawing opposition and supporting Redding Rancheria casino relocation (3-2)
• Motion to support casino contingent on mitigation agreement failed (2-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-040 on property tax exchange for fire services divestiture from Shasta CSD to CSA No. 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy Resolution 2022-02 allowing public use of overhead projector during comment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-041 continuing local drought emergency (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-042 declaring emergency for CSA No. 6 pump modification and authorizing loan (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items including contracts, appointments, and awards (unanimous)
• No action on annual adjustment of public facility impact fees

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022. It is also considering the adoption of the Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area 2021 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Ratification of $592,099 in Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program funds
• Authorization of up to $88,815 in Assembly Bill 2766 matching funds
• Adoption of the Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area 2021 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan
• Appointment of Patrick Jones to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously adopted the Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area 2021 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan and approved submitting emission tracking data to the California Air Resources Board. The board also elected new officers, approved a consent calendar including a $592,099 grant application, and made several appointments.

• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2022-02 adopting the 2021 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan (unanimous)
• Elected Supervisor Baugh as 2022 Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Supervisor Jones as 2022 Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2022-01 ratifying Carl Moyer Program grant application for $592,099 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved November 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Patrick Jones to Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (unanimous)
• Reappointed David Brown to Hearing Board Engineer position (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider various administrative actions, including legislative presentations and public health proclamations. The agenda includes several appointments to local boards and agencies, as well as contract approvals for county services.

• Presentation regarding various Senate and Assembly bills
• Proclamation of April 2022 as Fair Housing Month
• Proclamation of April 2-9, 2022 as Week of the Young Child
• Agreement with World Telecom and Surveillance, Inc. for $92,815.73 for Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility cameras
• Amendment to Alzheimer’s Association agreement increasing compensation by $40,000 to a total of $81,000

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to agendize discussion and consider general support for the Redding Rancheria's Win-River Casino relocation at the April 19, 2022 meeting, after a substitute motion to delay action failed. The Board also approved a letter of designation for the Shasta County Fire Safe Council to apply for a grant, with $250,000 in county funds for grant writers and administrative assistance. Additionally, the Board adopted resolutions and took consent calendar actions, including approving a $5,172.97 claims list and appointing Laura Burch as Acting HHSA Director.

• Agendized Win-River Casino relocation discussion for April 19, 2022 (3-2)
• Approved $250,000 for Shasta County Fire Safe Council grant writer services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-037 appointing Laura Burch as Acting HHSA Director (unanimous)
• Approved $5,172.97 county claims list (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-036 for Fire Safe Council grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Psynergy Programs amendment increasing compensation by $515,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 378-2062 for zone amendment at APN 307-170-013 (unanimous)
• Approved letters opposing Senate Bills 866, 871, 920, 1184, 1390, 1464, 1479 and Assembly Bills 1797, 2098 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates on jail staffing and a future jail facility. They are deciding on a grant for the Public Defender's office and the appointment of a representative to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors.

• Grant agreement for Public Defense Pilot Program not to exceed $223,554.90
• Appointment of Dan Gallier as District 5 representative to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
• Salary resolution to add Paralegal I and Paralegal II classifications
• Proclamation designating March 30, 2022 as 'Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day'
• Update on plans for a future new jail facility

The Board approved allocating $250,000 from ARPA funds to the Shasta County Fire Safe Council to fund a grant writer for fuel reduction grants, after a substitute motion to table and reduce the amount failed. The Board also adopted a proclamation for Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day, approved consent calendar items including a grant for the Public Defender, and received presentations on online permitting and jail staffing/plans for a new Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus.

• Approved $250,000 ARPA allocation to Shasta County Fire Safe Council for grant writer (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation declaring March 30, 2022 as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day (unanimous)
• Appointed Dan Gallier to Economic Development Corporation Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1626 adding Paralegal I and II classifications (unanimous)
• Approved Public Defender grant proposal up to $223,554.90 and related budget amendment (unanimous)
• Motion for moratorium on staff evaluations failed (2-3)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board will review routine administrative and financial actions. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and chairman appointments for regional water organizations.

• Approval of Chairman's appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board
• Approval of Chairman's appointments to the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee
• Approval of the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Water Agency held a regular meeting with no public comments. It approved amended chairman's appointments to two water-related boards and approved the minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended Chairman's appointments to Northern California Water Association Governing Board and Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2022 meeting as submitted (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the potential removal of Supervisor Rickert from the Vice-Chair position and the election of a new Vice-Chair. The meeting also includes various personnel appointments, contract amendments, and certificates of recognition.

• Consideration of removing Supervisor Rickert as Vice-Chair and electing a replacement
• Agreement with Mitchell International, Inc. for pharmacy management services with maximum compensation of $650,000
• Amendment to Victor Community Support Services, Inc. agreement increasing compensation by $91,670 in FY 2021-22 and $188,402 in FY 2022-23
• Grant proposal for Public Defense Pilot Program not to exceed $223,554.90
• Agreement with ServFirst, Inc. (dba Redding Spray Service) not to exceed $132,000 for vegetation management

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to adopt Resolution No. 2022-028, terminating the local emergency and local health emergency proclamations related to COVID-19 and rescinding Resolution Nos. 2020-032 and 2020-033. The Board also removed Supervisor Rickert as Vice-Chair and elected Supervisor Jones to that position, and adopted a policy restricting teleconferencing for Board meetings. Additionally, the Board approved an updated 2022 meeting calendar and adopted a resolution opposing CDPH vaccine/testing orders while rescinding related employee noncompliance policies.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-028 terminating COVID-19 local emergency and health emergency (3-2, Chimenti and Rickert no)
• Removed Supervisor Rickert as Vice-Chair (3-2, Chimenti and Rickert no)
• Elected Supervisor Jones as Vice-Chair for remainder of 2022 (4-1, Rickert no)
• Adopted Policy Resolution No. 2022-01 restricting teleconferencing for Board meetings (4-1, Rickert no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-029 opposing CDPH vaccine/testing orders and rescinding employee noncompliance policies (4-1, Rickert no)
• Approved updated 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting calendar, adding evening meetings on March 29, May 31, and August 30
• Appointed Sean O'Hara as Interim Shasta County Fire Warden and Interim Chief of Fire Department
• Approved consent calendar including various contracts, appointments, and resolutions

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency will meet to handle routine administrative actions. The board will consider approving previous meeting minutes and appointments to two water-related advisory bodies.

• Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board for 2022
• Appointments to the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2022

The Shasta County Water Agency held a brief regular meeting with no public comments. It approved the minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting and accepted the chairman's appointments to two regional water committees for 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved chairman's appointments to Northern California Water Association Governing Board and Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2022 (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority is meeting to consider a budget amendment and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary financial action involves adjusting appropriations and revenue for the PHA Housing Assistance budget.

• Budget amendment increasing appropriations by $356,150 and revenue by $324,110 for PHA Housing Assistance

The Shasta County Housing Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting and a budget amendment increasing appropriations by $356,150 and revenue by $324,110, offset by Federal Housing Choice Admin fund balance. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment increasing appropriations by $356,150 and revenue by $324,110, offset with Federal Housing Choice Admin fund balance (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will declare the results of the District 2 recall election and elect a Chair for 2022. The meeting also includes several administrative actions regarding health, public works, and emergency proclamations.

• Declare Tim Garman elected as Supervisor for District 2 following the February 1, 2022 recall election
• Elect a Chair for the remainder of the 2022 calendar year
• Approve a $1,150,000 compensation increase for California Locums P.C. psychiatric services
• Approve a renewal agreement with Fiscal Experts, Inc. for up to $205,200
• Increase maximum compensation for Pathways to Hope for Children up to $1,750,000

The Board certified the February 1, 2022 recall election results and declared Tim Garman as District 2 Supervisor. It also elected Supervisor Baugh as Chair, adopted a COVID-19 healthcare workers declaration resolution, and approved several contracts and budget actions.

• Certified recall results and declared Tim Garman elected as District 2 Supervisor (unanimous)
• Elected Supervisor Baugh as Chair for remainder of 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-019 supporting Shasta County Healthcare Workers COVID-19 Declaration (3-2, Chimenti and Rickert no)
• Approved $1.15M amendment to California Locums P.C. psychiatric services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $205,200 renewal agreement with Fiscal Experts Inc. for time study services (unanimous)
• Approved $225,264 amendment to Hope Park Program agreement adding Redding Teen Center (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agendize discussion on ending local COVID-19 state of emergency (4-1, Rickert no)
• Approved FY 2021-22 mid-year budget amendments and FY 2022-23 budget adoption schedule (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency will consider a water use agreement for the upcoming summer season. The Board is also scheduled to approve meeting minutes from October 5, 2021.

• Water Use Agreement with the McConnell Foundation for up to 160 acre-feet of water at $250 per acre-foot
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 5, 2021

The Shasta County Water Agency approved a Water Use Agreement with The McConnell Foundation for up to 160 acre-feet of water at $250 per acre-foot for the period March 1, 2022 through February 28, 2023. The agreement was approved as part of the consent calendar, with Supervisor Jones voting no. The water is intended for County Service Areas, and the Chief Engineer is authorized to execute written consents or amendments regarding quantity, place of use, or timing of use.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Water Use Agreement with McConnell Foundation for up to 160 acre-feet at $250/acre-foot (4-1, Jones no)
• Authorized Chief Engineer to execute consents/amendments per Section 21 of agreement (4-1, Jones no)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider updating COVID-19 employee noncompliance policies and responding to the Grand Jury's 'Dead Men Tell No Tales' report. The agenda also includes several administrative actions, such as renewing revenue agreements for health services and approving communication equipment contracts.

• Agreement with Day Management Corporation for communication equipment up to $400,000
• Caltrans revenue agreement renewal for Opportunity Center up to $1,367,408.64
• Agreement with Beacon Health Options of California, Inc. up to $839,352
• Agreement with Persimmony International, Inc. for case management software up to $950,000
• Agreement with City of Redding for radio purchases up to $75,600

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution updating the County's COVID-19 policy to align with current state health orders. A motion to deny the item failed on a 2-2 tie, meaning it was neither approved nor denied and will not be implemented at this time. The Board also approved a retroactive agreement with the DEA for marijuana eradication activities.

• Adopted a proclamation declaring February 2022 as '2-1-1 Awareness Month' in Shasta County.
• Directed staff to place the COVID-19 Declaration from the COVID-19 Public Forum on the March 1, 2022 agenda.
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including a new Agency Staff Services Analyst position (Supervisor Jones voted no), a $400,000 equipment agreement with Day Wireless, a $1.37 million Caltrans agreement for roadside maintenance, a $839,352 agreement with Beacon Health Options, a CalRecycle grant application for the Edible Food Recovery Program, a $950,000 software agreement with Persimmony International, a $75,600 agreement with the City of Redding for radios, a $126,231 agreement with Plumas Crisis Intervention, and on-call environmental consulting agreements with Stantec and VESTRA.
• Approved proposed responses to the Grand Jury report 'Dead Men Tell No Tales.'
• Failed to approve or deny a resolution updating the County's COVID-19 policy; a motion to deny tied 2-2, so the item was not implemented.
• Approved a retroactive revenue agreement with the DEA for up to $200,000 for marijuana eradication activities.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative actions including lease amendments, board reappointments, and public health resolutions. Significant items include the allocation of homelessness prevention funding and the continuation of a local health emergency proclamation due to the Fawn Fire.

• Recognition of Levi Duncan as Employee of the Month
• Probation lease amendment for 1810 Market Street, Redding ($388,239 budget amendment)
• Renewal lease for SCCAPCC at 2889 East Center Street, Anderson ($125 per month)
• Resolution to continue local health emergency proclamation due to the Fawn Fire
• HHAP-3 funding agreement not to exceed $3,903,471.29

The Board approved a $1,524,736 agreement with Pathways to Hope for Children to fund the Hope Park Program, which brings youth and older adults together to improve mental well-being. The Board also enacted an urgency ordinance to comply with FEMA floodplain regulations and approved several consent calendar items, including state hospital bed agreements and homeless housing funding, with Supervisor Jones voting no on the latter.

• Approved $1,524,736 Hope Park Program agreement (unanimous)
• Enacted urgency ordinance amending floodplain regulations (unanimous)
• Approved state hospital bed MOU with rate $626-$775/patient/day (consent)
• Approved HHAP-1 subrecipient agreement with Siskiyou County up to $260,958.79 (Jones no)
• Approved HHAP-3 funding up to $975,867.82 for NorCal CoC (Jones no)
• Approved lease amendment for 1810 Market Street with $388,239 budget adjustment (consent)
• Accepted two K-9 dogs valued at $30,000 for Sheriff's Office (consent)
• Approved $200,000 tree services contract with two vendors (consent)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority Governing Board is meeting to discuss administrative actions and a labor agreement. The board will consider a resolution to authorize a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding with a labor union.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Service Employees International Union Local 2015 effective through December 31, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 14, October 19, and November 16, 2021

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board approved a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding with SEIU Local 2015, effective through December 31, 2024, including negotiated wage increases and supplements. The vote was 4-1, with Supervisor Jones dissenting. The board also unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from prior meetings.

• Adopted IHSS Resolution No. 2022-01 approving MOU with SEIU Local 2015 (4-1, Jones no)
• Approved minutes of September 14, October 19, and November 16, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is discussing a loan application for senior supportive housing and new hiring sign-on bonus programs for deputy sheriffs. The body will also consider extending an emergency proclamation for water services in Jones Valley.

• Loan application for Piper Way Senior Housing Project not to exceed $1,094,849
• Hiring sign-on bonus pilot programs for Deputy Sheriffs' Association units
• Continuation of emergency proclamation for CSA No. 6-Jones Valley Water pump repair
• Letters of support for Shasta Fire Safe Council and Lassen Fire Safe Council
• Appointments to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Board unanimously approved resolutions implementing a hiring sign-on bonus pilot program for deputy sheriffs and correctional officers, formalizing payment for POST Basic Academy training, and amending the salary schedule. It also approved a resolution expanding the recruitment award program, authorized a loan application for a senior housing project, and continued a local emergency for Jones Valley Water. A motion to discuss reopening Board Chambers failed.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-006: fourth MOU amendment with DSA-DSS/DAI for hiring sign-on bonus pilot and POST Academy pay (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-007: second MOU amendment with DSA-CO for hiring sign-on bonus pilot (unanimous)
• Adopted Salary Resolution 1623: amends salary schedule for DSA-CO specialty pays (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-008: expands recruitment award program pilot (unanimous)
• Approved application to HCD for No Place Like Home loan up to $1,094,849 for Piper Way Senior Housing (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-010: continues local emergency for CSA No. 6-Jones Valley Water (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for fire reduction projects by Shasta and Lassen Fire Safe Councils (unanimous)
• Motion to place Board Chambers closure discussion on next agenda failed (2-3)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2022 and consider several administrative updates. The meeting includes decisions on public facility fee adjustments, zoning for wildfire-impacted parcels, and various health and human services contracts.

• Ordinance to suspend annual adjustments for public facility fees for new development
• Zoning amendment for limited density owner-built rural dwellings in Salt and Fawn wildfire areas
• Salary resolution effective January 16, 2022, adding Adult Custody Cook III and adjusting appraiser pay
• Agreement with Cascades Management, Inc. (Ridgeview Residential Care Home) up to $2,014,800
• Agreement with Shasta County Office of Education for Community Connect Program up to $1,321,925

The Board elected Supervisor Moty as 2022 Chair and Supervisor Rickert as Vice Chair, with votes split 3-2. It approved the 2022 meeting calendar (3-2) and adopted Salary Resolution No. 1621 (4-1), which reclassifies positions and raises some appraiser salaries. The Board also approved the consent calendar, including contracts, ordinances, and appointments, after initially rescinding its vote to allow public comment.

• Elected Supervisor Moty as 2022 Chair (3-2)
• Elected Supervisor Rickert as 2022 Vice Chair (3-2)
• Approved 2022 Board meeting calendar (3-2)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1621, reclassifying positions and increasing appraiser salaries (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items, including contracts and ordinances (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 665-3 suspending public facility fee adjustments
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2022-01 for limited density rural dwellings in wildfire areas
• Approved $2,014,800 agreement with Ridgeview Residential Care Home