Shasta County public meetings in 2023

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider direction for amendments to the Shasta County Zoning Plan following a survey in Palo Cedro. Members will also review a $7,500,000 agreement for adult residential treatment services. Other items include updates on American Rescue Plan Act funding and the AT HOME Plan.

• Renewal of Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. contract up to $7,500,000
• Potential amendments to the Shasta County Zoning Plan for Palo Cedro
• Acceptance of a $1,500,000 grant for the PATH Justice-Involved program
• Appointment of Joseph Larmour as County Counsel with a $20,000 sign-on bonus
• $19,500 budget amendment for Coloma Drive Permanent Road Division

Citizens Election Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Citizens Election Advisory Committee will discuss potential recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding drop box locations and camera surveillance for the March 5, 2024 election. These measures address ballot security and voter access logistics. Members may be directed to draft these recommendations for future committee approval.

• Discuss recommendations for camera surveillance at March 5, 2024 election drop box locations
• Review potential number and relocation of drop boxes for the March 5, 2024 election
• Approve minutes from the November 20, 2023 meeting
• Amend the 2024 Citizens Election Advisory Committee meeting calendar
• Identify additional election issues for possible Board of Supervisors recommendations

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will consider a budget amendment to increase revenue and appropriations by $232,160 for the State Wood Smoke Reduction Program Grant. The agenda also includes designating authority for subvention program applications and approving previous meeting minutes.

• $232,160 budget amendment for the State Wood Smoke Reduction Program Grant
• Designation of authority to sign Subvention Program applications and reports
• Approval of September 12 and October 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduling of a regular board meeting for January 9, 2024

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative, financial, and public works items. This includes certifying November 2023 election results and approving various county contracts.

• Retroactive agreement with CA DHCS for Drug Medi-Cal services up to $118,236,000
• Agreement with Children First Foster Family Agency for $1,200,000 for youth mental health services
• Contract award of $419,500 to Ray-Mac Mechanical, Inc. for Mental Health HVAC replacement
• Ordinance to rename the Citizens Election Advisory Committee to Shasta County Elections Commission
• Contract with Unlimited Environmental, Inc. for $51,000 for building demolition in Burney

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Counsel Vacancy

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting regarding the County Counsel vacancy. The agenda includes a closed session for a public employee appointment and a conference with a labor negotiator.

• Public employee appointment for County Counsel
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding the unrepresented County Counsel position

Citizens Election Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The committee will discuss election findings from Richard Gallardo and review data from past local elections. Members may also consider requesting County Clerk processes and authorizing expenditures to obtain public election records.

• Discussion of election findings submitted by Richard Gallardo
• Review of archival and Cast Vote Records (CVR) data from the November 7th election
• Request for County Clerk/Elections Office processes and procedures
• Authorization of expenditures to obtain public election records, including voter files

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Discussion of Supervisor Authority

The Board of Supervisors will review the legal authority of individual supervisors to make written requests to County Counsel. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Supervisor Crye's request for access to Zogg Fire records.

• Review of law governing supervisor requests to County Counsel
• Discussion of Supervisor Crye's request for Zogg Fire records
• Closed session discussion regarding anticipated litigation involving a County official

Citizens Election Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Citizens Election Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the 2020, 2022, and 2023 elections. The committee will also receive a report from an ad hoc committee regarding investigations into election issues.

• Presentation regarding the 2020, 2022, and 2023 elections in Shasta County
• Report from the ad hoc committee regarding election issues and the recall of District 1 Supervisor Kevin Crye
• Discussion to determine election issues for potential recommendations to the Board of Supervisors
• Approval of October 19 and 23, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Counsel Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. The agenda included a public employee appointment regarding the County Counsel position and a conference with a labor negotiator.

• Closed Session: Public employee appointment for County Counsel
• Closed Session: Conference with labor negotiator regarding County Counsel position

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss and vote on a $824,000 contract for Shasta County Jail Elevator Modernization Project. Other items include recognizing an employee of the month and adopting proclamations.

• Award $824,000 contract to Elevator Technology Inc. for jail elevator modernization
• Ratify lease agreement with Ravizza Redding Mall LLC for office space
• Enact ordinance renaming Citizens Election Advisory Committee

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a proposed county charter for the March 2024 primary election and consider ordinances regarding benefits and compensation for Board members. The meeting also includes presentations on insurance risks and reports from the Mosquito and Vector Control District.

• Resolution to propose a new county charter for voter ratification in March 2024
• Ordinance to establish employment benefits and compensation for Board of Supervisors members
• Budget amendment of $280,566 for the purchase of a 2024 Transit T350HD Van for Probation
• Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service for youth mental health services up to $1,875,000
• Retroactive agreement with Ridgeview Residential Care Home for a maximum of $2,198,323.20

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Charter County Ordinance

The Board of Supervisors is considering an ordinance to establish Shasta County as a California Charter County. The action includes adopting a resolution to call for an election on March 5, 2024, to submit the County Charter to voters.

• Introduction of ordinance establishing Shasta County as a California Charter County
• Resolution to consolidate a charter adoption election with the March 5, 2024, Primary Election

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for a 151.78-acre project site. The proposal seeks to change the land use from residential/mobile home to Commercial Recreation for a gun club and range.

• Public hearing and ordinance for rezoning Assessor’s Parcel Number 060-010-016
• Proposed change of 151.78-acre site from R-L-T-BA-40 to Commercial Recreation (C-R) zone
• Certificates of Recognition for Larry and Vicki Fuqua and Tonja Donoho

Citizens Election Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Citizens Election Advisory Committee will consider approving committee bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Brown Act and Public Records Act, and a discussion regarding the legal process for judicial review of a recall petition.

• Approval of Citizens Election Advisory Committee Bylaws
• Presentation from Shasta County Counsel regarding the Ralph M. Brown Act and California Public Records Act
• Discussion on judicial review process for the recall petition of Supervisor Kevin Crye
• Consideration of establishing an ad hoc committee per Resolution No. 2023-099

Citizens Election Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The Citizens Election Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to conduct organizational business. The committee plans to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, approve committee bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors, and approve calendars for 2023 and 2024.

• Election of a Chair
• Election of a Vice-Chair
• Approval of Committee Bylaws
• Approval of 2023 and 2024 calendars

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance establishing the duties and responsibilities of the Citizens Election Advisory Committee. This item was sponsored by Supervisor Jones and has no additional general fund impact.

• Ordinance establishing duties of the Citizens Election Advisory Committee

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding changes to Williamson Act contracts and property tax assessments. The meeting also includes discussions on election code updates, library strategic plans, and several departmental contract approvals.

• Public hearing on Williamson Act contract impacts and potential tax assessment changes
• Renewal of Remi Vista, Inc. agreement for youth mental health services up to $1,400,000
• Renewal of Wayfinder Family Services agreement for youth mental health services up to $1,950,000
• Acceptance of $1,009,888 PATH grant award for Justice-Involved Reentry Initiative
• Approval of budget amendment increasing Economic Development Budget by $1,546

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative appointments and contract renewals. Key discussions include presentations on jail staffing, public health mobile clinics, and a resolution opposing government mandates related to pandemics.

• Allocation of $380,000 in Title III funding for fire safe councils, sheriff search and rescue, and fire department emergency services
• Appointment of Gretchen Stuhr as Interim County Counsel at $17,299 per month
• Approval of a revenue agreement with California Victim Compensation Board not to exceed $208,839
• Budget amendment for a 2024 Freightliner M2 106 truck totaling $226,527
• Public hearing regarding the vacation of a public easement on Stone Street in Keswick

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative and financial items, including the allocation of federal funds for fire and emergency services. The meeting also includes presentations on jail staffing and agricultural reports, as well as discussions regarding labor agreements.

• $380,000 in Title III funding allocation for wildfire protection, search and rescue, and emergency services
• Approval of a successor MOU with United Public Employees of California – Professional Unit
• Presentation from the Sheriff's Office regarding jail staffing
• Authorization of plans for the Shasta County Jail Elevator Modernization Project
• $100,000 Household Hazardous Waste Grant Program application ratification

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to create the Citizens Election Advisory Committee. Other actions included approving the FY 2023-24 countywide tax rate and authorizing several health and public works contracts.

• Established Citizens Election Advisory Committee via Resolution No. 2023-099 (3-2)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Countywide Tax Rate and debt service rates (Resolution No. 2023-100)
• Approved $300,000 agreement with Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
• Approved agreement with CalMHSA for PICR program not to exceed $137,984
• Approved $54,000 renewal agreement with Shasta County Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council
• Approved plans for Shasta County Jail Elevator Modernization Project and authorized bidding
• Rejected all bids for CSA 17-Cottonwood Collection System Improvement Project and authorized re-advertising
• Authorized temporary road closures in Palo Cedro for Country Christmas Event (Resolution No. 2023-101)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will review routine administrative actions and grant ratifications. These items include participating in state programs for emission inventories, community air protection, and wood smoke reduction.

• Ratification of Assembly Bill 197 Emission Inventory District Grant Program agreement
• Ratification of Assembly Bill 617 State Community Air Protection Program agreement
• Authorization to enter the State Wood Smoke Reduction Program
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 6 and 27, 2023

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved three resolutions to participate in state grant programs for emission inventories, community air protection, and wood smoke reduction. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 6 and 27, 2023.

• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2023-03 to participate in the AB 197 Emission Inventory District Grant Program (Unanimous)
• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2023-04 to participate in the AB 617 State Community Air Protection Program (Unanimous)
• Adopted APCB Resolution No. 2023-05 to participate in the State Wood Smoke Reduction Program (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6 and 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review a letter to the State Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire cases involving PG&E. The meeting also includes discussions on various affordable housing indemnification agreements and budget amendments.

• Letter to CA Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire cases and PG&E
• $3,500,000 grant acceptance for Medi-Cal PATH Justice-Involved program
• Retroactive agreement with LeBrun Adult Residential Care Facility up to $1,210,000
• Rejection of the Cottonwood Active Transportation Trunk Line Express Project
• Indemnification agreements for Burney Commons, Sunrise Cottages, and Shasta Lake Apartments

The Board of Supervisors approved a letter to the State Attorney General requesting an investigation into the Zogg Fire cases and a related civil judgment. Other actions included designating September 2023 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and rejecting the Cottonwood Active Transportation Trunk Line Express Project.

• Approved letter to Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire prosecution and civil judgment (3-2)
• Adopted proclamation for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Rejected Cottonwood Active Transportation Trunk Line Express Project (Unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023 meeting calendar (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to limit public comment to three minutes (2-3)
• Approved $131,953 purchase of 2024 Dodge Ram 5500 truck (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-096 for district consolidation on Nov 7 ballot (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Dean Germano and Dave Jones to Partnership HealthPlan of California Commission (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review a letter to the State Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire cases involving PG&E. The meeting also includes a presentation on staffing options for the Shasta County Jail and several administrative approvals.

• Approval of a letter to the California Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire cases and PG&E
• Presentation from the Sheriff’s Office regarding Shasta County Jail staffing options
• $770,000 loan from the General Fund to Anderson Fire Protection District
• $125,641 budget amendment for the purchase of a 2024 E-Series box van
• Resolutions to transition employee health contracts to the Northern California General Teamsters’ Security Fund Plan

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to create a formal plan for jail staffing involving allied agencies. They also approved several financial resolutions, including a loan to a fire district and various equipment purchases.

• Directed staff to develop a formal Shasta County Jail staffing plan (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agendize a letter to the Attorney General regarding Zogg Fire cases (3-2)
• Approved $770,000 loan from General Fund to Anderson Fire Protection District (unanimous)
• Approved $188,947.71 purchase of Pure Storage Flash Array (unanimous)
• Approved $69,637.35 purchase of 2024 E-Series box van (unanimous)
• Approved $116,790.60 postage meter lease with Quadient Leasing USA, Inc. (unanimous)
• Modified Tax Collector office hours to 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Terminated SCEA Supervisory Unit from CalPERS Health Contract effective Dec 31, 2023 (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Amend 2023 Meeting Calendar

The Board of Supervisors will meet to approve an updated 2023 meeting calendar. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Pacific Gas & Electric Zogg Fire Settlement.

• Approval of an updated 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting calendar
• Discussion of the Pacific Gas & Electric Zogg Fire Settlement

The Board of Supervisors voted to keep the 2023 meeting calendar as scheduled. Following a discussion on the PG&E Zogg Fire settlement, the Board directed staff to agendize a letter to the Attorney General for a future meeting.

• Declined to amend the 2023 Board of Supervisors regular meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agendize a letter to the Attorney General concerning the Zogg Fire Settlement (unanimous)
• Motion to retain independent counsel to investigate Zogg Fire cases and settlement failed for lack of a second
• Motion to agendize a discussion on adopting a Code of Conduct failed for lack of a second

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider an agreement with the Judicial Council of California regarding the new Redding Courthouse, including a property transfer at 1400-1500 Oregon Street. The meeting also includes public hearings for annual parcel charge reports for Permanent Road Divisions and County Service Areas.

• Transfer of 1400-1500 Oregon Street, Redding to the Judicial Council
• Public hearing for Annual Parcel Charge Reports for Permanent Road Divisions
• Purchase of one dump truck and one low boy truck from Pape Kenworth
• $70,000 budget amendment for Amber Ridge Permanent Road Division Admin Budget
• Approval of HVAC service contracts with American Chiller, Inc. and Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.

The Board of Supervisors approved several equipment purchases for Public Works and updated the Employee Longevity Recognition Program. They also called for a special tax measure election for the Shasta Community Service District. A motion to reschedule an August meeting was denied.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-082 naming Jacob Lingle Employee of the Month (4-0)
• Denied motion to move August 15 meeting to August 22 (2-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-083 updating Employee Longevity Recognition Program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-084 for a local special tax measure election (4-0)
• Approved $180,000 renewal agreement with Wright Education Services (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 HVAC services contract with American Chiller, Inc. and Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one dump truck ($289,277.79) and one low boy truck ($205,295.51) from Pape Kenworth (4-0)
• Approved $85,512.28 purchase of one Bobcat Track Loader from Bobcat of Redding (4-0)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority is meeting to review routine administrative actions and a housing program authorization. The board will consider designating authority to sign a revised award notice for project-based vouchers.

• Designate authority to sign a revised Notice of Conditional Award for 44 Project Based Vouchers for Sunrise Cottages in the City of Anderson
• Approve minutes from the June 27, 2023, meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority authorized a revised Notice of Conditional Award for project-based vouchers. This action supports the Sunrise Cottages housing project in the City of Anderson.

• Approved minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved revised Notice of Conditional Award for 44 Project-based Vouchers to Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation for Sunrise Cottages (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider a 30-year intergovernmental agreement with Redding Rancheria regarding a proposed casino project. The Board will also review presentations on PG&E Zogg Fire settlements and county development patterns.

• 30-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Redding Rancheria for proposed casino project
• Resolution in support of the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
• Presentation regarding Pacific Gas & Electric Zogg Fire Settlements
• Amendment to Willow Glen Care Center contract increasing compensation by $249,400
• Amendment to Willow Glen Care Center/Sequoia/Cedar Grove contract increasing compensation by $500,000

The Board of Supervisors approved a 30-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Redding Rancheria to provide payments in lieu of property taxes for a proposed casino project. The Board also adopted a resolution supporting the Second Amendment and issued two proclamations.

• Approved 30-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Redding Rancheria for casino project (Roll call vote; Supervisor Rickert voted no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-079 in support of the Second Amendment (4-0)
• Adopted proclamation designating July 27, 2023, as Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (Unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation designating August 2023 as Child Support Awareness Month (4-0)
• Authorized release of Exhibit A (Non-Ellis Report Documents) to the Record Searchlight (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a new administrative policy for a Board of Supervisors Code of Conduct. The meeting also includes discussions on terminating drought emergency proclamations and approving a new water conservation program for several County Service Areas.

• Contract award to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. for $1,999,118 for the Intermountain Area Overlay-2023 Project
• Resolution to call an election on November 7, 2023, for the formation of the Shasta Fire Protection District
• Public hearing regarding a new Water Conservation Program in multiple County Service Areas
• Resolution to terminate the Shasta County Grant-Funded Drought Relief Program
• Authorization to sell two County-owned manufactured homes on Riverland Drive

The Board of Supervisors approved a special election for November 7, 2023, to form the Shasta Fire Protection District. They also awarded a nearly $2M road project contract and approved a $2.35M immunization grant. A proposed Board of Supervisors Code of Conduct was rejected.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-072 to call a November 7, 2023 election for the formation of the Shasta Fire Protection District (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,999,118 contract for 'Intermountain Area Overlay -2023 Project' to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $2,352,365.52 retroactive renewal grant with California Department of Public Health for immunization services (unanimous)
• Denied proposed 'Board of Supervisors Code of Conduct' administrative policy (2-3)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-071 naming Hailey Collord-Stalder Employee of the Month for July 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Probation Supervision Week, July 16-22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agendize discussion on disabling wells at illegal marijuana grow sites (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agendize creation of an ad hoc committee for the renewed Fountain Wind Project (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review several routine consent calendar items and regular calendar legislative actions. Key discussions include approving state funding for regional homelessness challenges and reviewing opposition to state assembly bills.

• Approval of HHAP-4 funding not to exceed $4,732,917.39 for homelessness assistance
• Approval of a $241 budget amendment for the Intermountain Fair budget
• Approval of a letter of opposition for Assembly Bill 338 regarding public works definitions
• Approval of a letter of opposition for Assembly Bill 665 regarding residential shelter services
• Approval of loans from the Roads Dust Mitigation fund to Lassen Mountain Pines and Silverbridge Highlands

The Board of Supervisors approved several high-value grants for homelessness and public health, updated county capitalization thresholds, and issued letters of opposition to two state assembly bills. Various contract renewals and budget amendments were also processed via the consent calendar.

• Approved $4,732,917.39 HHAP-4 funding for NorCal Continuum of Care
• Approved $4,003,264 agreement with CA Dept of Public Health for emergency preparedness
• Approved letters of opposition to Assembly Bills 338 and 665
• Adopted Resolution 2023-063 setting IT subscription capitalization threshold at $25,000
• Approved $5,000 loan from Roads Dust Mitigation fund to Lassen Mountain Pines Permanent Road Division
• Approved $660,000 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Probation
• Adopted Resolution 2023-069 continuing the Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Approved $672,168 agreement with Caltrans for Federal Apportionment Exchange Program

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board of Supervisors will meet on June 27, 2023, to review routine administrative actions and a new budget resolution. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and adopting the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adoption of a resolution for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 14 and May 30, 2023

The Shasta County Water Agency unanimously adopted the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 via Resolution No. 2023-02. The agency also approved the minutes from previous meetings held on March 14 and May 30, 2023.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget via Resolution No. 2023-02 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority Board will meet to consider the adoption of a resolution for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This resolution includes adopting the budget, the Schedule of Position Allocations, and the County Salary Schedule.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget, position allocations, and County Salary Schedule
• Approval of June 6, 2023, meeting minutes

The Governing Board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 to approve the budget and staffing allocations for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The board also approved the minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 for FY 2023-24 Budget, Schedule of Position Allocations, and County Salary Schedule (Unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority is meeting to consider the adoption of a resolution for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This resolution includes the adoption of the budget, the Schedule of Position Allocations, and the County Salary Schedule.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget, position allocations, and salary schedule
• Approval of June 6, 2023, meeting minutes

The Shasta County Housing Authority unanimously approved the budget and related personnel documents for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The board also approved the minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Authority Resolution No. 2023-02 to approve FY 2023-24 Budget, Schedule of Position Allocations, and County Salary Schedule (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board is considering the adoption of the recommended Fiscal Year 2023-24 Shasta County Air Quality Management District budget. Other items include an appointment to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board and a lease agreement for monitoring equipment.

• Adoption of the recommended Fiscal Year 2023-24 Shasta County Air Quality Management District budget
• Appointment of Brian J. Van Voris to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board through February 2025
• Lease agreement with Shasta Lake Fire Protection District for air quality monitoring equipment at 130791 Lake Blvd, Redding

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Air Quality Management District budget. Additionally, the Board appointed a member to the Hearing Board and approved a lease for monitoring equipment space.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2023-24 Air Quality Management District budget (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brian J. Van Voris to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board (Unanimous)
• Approved lease for ~300 sq ft at 13791 Lake Blvd, Redding for air quality monitoring equipment (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several year-end budget amendments to reallocate funds into contingency reserves. The agenda also includes a request for a $2,193,141 grant for the Piper Way Senior Housing Project.

• Resolution for Piper Way Senior Housing Project grant up to $2,193,141
• Renewal of CAL FIRE agreement for Shasta County Fire Department in $8,686,020
• Year-end budget amendments to decrease various department appropriations and increase contingency funds
• Ordinance to extend disaster recovery period for Carr, Zogg, Salt, and Fawn Fires through May 1, 2024
• Resolution to consider allowing cargo containers for permanent storage in various zones

The Board of Supervisors approved several year-end budget amendments to move funds into contingency. They also authorized the application for over $2.1M in funding for Piper Way Senior Housing and extended disaster recovery periods for Carr Fire displaced persons.

• Approved year-end budget amendments decreasing appropriations in General Revenue, Sheriff, Boating Safety, Sheriff Civil Unit, Work Release, and Jail budgets
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-059 to apply for and accept up to $2,193,141 in No Place Like Home funding for Piper Way Senior Housing
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2023-04 extending the Carr Fire disaster recovery effective period to May 1, 2024
• Approved $8,686,020 CAL FIRE reimbursement agreement for Shasta County Fire Department (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-061 to consider zoning amendments allowing cargo containers for permanent storage
• Approved $100,000 agreement with VIQ Solutions, Inc. for transcription services
• Approved $40,000 CalTopo mapping subscription for the Sheriff's Office
• Approved revision to Health Officer Classification Specification (Supervisor Rickert voted no)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a routine financial action. The proposed action involves adjusting the 2022-23 budget through specific changes to appropriations and revenue.

• Year-end 2022-23 budget amendment: decrease appropriations by $40,000 and increase revenue by $17,000 (BU00371)

The Shasta County Water Agency approved a year-end budget amendment for the 2022-23 period. The action adjusted appropriations and revenue for budget BU00371.

• Approved year-end 2022-23 budget amendment decreasing appropriations by $40,000 and increasing revenue by $17,000 (Unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will consider a year-end budget amendment regarding the PHA Housing Assistance Admin budget. The Board will also conduct a public hearing to approve the Community Action Agency 2024-2025 Community Action Plan.

• Budget amendment increasing transfer from General Fund to PHA Housing Assistance Admin by $65,995
• Public hearing and approval of the Community Action Agency 2024-2025 Community Action Plan

The Shasta County Housing Authority approved a year-end budget amendment for 2022-23. The action increases the transfer from the General Fund to the PHA Housing Assistance Admin budget. A scheduled hearing on the 2024-2025 Community Action Plan was pulled.

• Approved 2022-23 budget amendment increasing General Fund transfer by $65,995 to PHA Housing Assistance Admin budget (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding a declared impasse with the Deputy Sheriffs Association – Correctional Officer unit. The Board may also vote to impose terms from the last, best, and final offer and amend the salary schedule.

• Public hearing on impasse with Deputy Sheriffs Association – Correctional Officer (DSA-CO)
• Renewal of Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. contract for up to $6,000,000
• Renewal of GEO Reentry Services, LLC contract for up to $3,280,452
• Renewal of The Gold Home agreement for up to $1,840,400
• Resolution to continue the Shasta County Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program

The Board of Supervisors approved a termination agreement with Dominion Voting Systems and imposed a final offer for the Deputy Sheriffs Association - Correctional Officer unit. Several residential care and probation service renewals were approved, and the emergency drought relief program was extended.

• Approved agreement with Dominion Voting Systems for 2023 fee of $93,117.05 and $78,501 equipment removal payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-058 and Salary Resolution No. 1656 imposing last, best, and final offer to Deputy Sheriffs Association - Correctional Officer (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-057 certifying Teamsters Local #137 for Mid-Management Bargaining Unit (unanimous, Supervisor Kelstrom recused)
• Approved $6M renewal with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for residential mental health services (unanimous)
• Approved $3.28M renewal with GEO Reentry Services, LLC for Day Reporting Center (unanimous)
• Approved $1.84M renewal with The Gold Home for residential care facility services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-056 continuing the Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program (unanimous)
• Approved $121,150 agreement with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. (NEOGOV) for web-based subscriptions (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The Water Agency is conducting the second day of budget hearings for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The Board will receive the recommended budget and overview, consider potential revisions or reductions, and conduct a public hearing.

• Review of FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget
• Public hearing for the FY 2023-24 Water Agency Budget
• Consideration of budget unit approvals

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The Governing Board reviewed the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The Board approved budget units that had no formal appeals or major policy issues and directed staff to prepare an Adopted Budget resolution.

• Approval of FY 2023-24 budget units
• Direction to prepare a FY 2023-24 Adopted Budget resolution
• Approval of February 28, 2023, meeting minutes

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The Housing Authority is conducting public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 recommended budget. The Board will receive the budget overview, consider potential revisions or reductions, and direct the preparation of an adopted budget resolution.

• FY 2023-24 Housing Authority Budget Hearings
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 2

The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Recommended Budget. The session includes reviewing the County Executive Officer’s overview and considering potential revisions or reductions to budget requests.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023-24 annual budget
• $1,119,270 contract award to Tullis, Inc. for Zogg Fire Area Road Improvements Project
• $252,435,270 established appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24
• $4,000 budget amendment to increase County Courthouse Bonds Budget and Trial Courts Budget
• Resolution to establish the county appropriations limit and annual adjustment factors

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The Board of Supervisors is conducting the first day of budget hearings to review the recommended Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget. The session includes receiving the County Executive Officer’s overview and considering potential revisions or reductions to budget requests.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023-24 annual budget starting at 1:00 p.m.
• $1,119,270 contract award to Tullis, Inc. for Zogg Fire Area Road Improvements Project
• Establishment of the $252,435,270 county appropriations limit for FY 2023-24
• $4,000 budget amendment to increase County Courthouse Bonds and Trial Courts budgets
• Resolution to designate authority for the Easy Smart Pay property tax installment program

The Board of Supervisors approved several contracts, including a road improvement project and child welfare services. They established the county appropriations limit for the upcoming fiscal year and authorized a grant for a mobile probation vehicle. The Board also directed staff to agendize a future discussion on a code of conduct for supervisors.

• Awarded $1,119,270 contract for Zogg Fire Area Road Improvements Project to Tullis, Inc.
• Established FY 2023-24 appropriations limit at $252,435,270 (Resolution No. 2023-053)
• Approved $280,566 grant for a customized mobile probation services van (Resolution No. 2023-055)
• Approved $149,838 renewal agreement with Evident Change for child welfare data reporting
• Approved renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services, LLC not to exceed $795,336
• Authorized promotion of Easy Smart Pay for monthly property tax installments (Resolution No. 2023-054)
• Approved $4,000 budget amendment for County Courthouse Bonds and Trial Courts
• Directed staff to agendize a future discussion on a Board of Supervisors code of conduct

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 1

The Water Agency is conducting the first day of public budget hearings for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The Board will receive the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer’s overview, with opportunities for revisions and public comment.

• Review of the FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget
• Review of the County Executive Officer’s Overview of the FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget
• Public hearing regarding budget revisions, reductions, or additions

The agency approved budget units for Fiscal Year 2023-24 that had no formal appeals, major policy considerations, or outstanding issues. The County Executive Officer was directed to prepare a final Adopted Budget resolution for future board action.

• Approved budget units without formal appeals or major policy issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2023-24 Adopted Budget resolution

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 1

The Board is conducting the first day of public budget hearings for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The session includes receiving the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer’s overview, with opportunities for revisions and public comment.

• FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget for the IHSS Public Authority
• County Executive Officer’s Overview of the FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget
• Approval of February 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved budget units for Fiscal Year 2023-24 that had no formal appeals, major policy considerations, or outstanding issues. The County Executive Officer was directed to prepare a final Adopted Budget resolution reflecting any necessary changes and technical adjustments.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-24 budget units without formal appeals or outstanding issues (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 1

The Housing Authority is conducting the first day of budget hearings for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The body will receive the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer’s overview for consideration.

• FY 2023-24 Housing Authority Budget Hearings
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Housing Authority approved budget units for Fiscal Year 2023-24 that had no formal appeals or major policy issues. The County Executive Officer was directed to prepare a final Adopted Budget resolution for future board action.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-24 budget units with no formal appeals or major policy issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2023-24 Adopted Budget resolution

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Board will conduct a public hearing to review the proposed fiscal year 2023-24 budget. The meeting also includes routine administrative actions regarding lease agreements and auditor reports.

• Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget
• Retroactive lease agreement for rooftop space at 2630 Breslauer Way
• Retroactive lease agreement for rooftop space at 2640 Breslauer Way
• Acceptance of the FY 2021-22 Independent Auditors’ Report

The Board approved two retroactive lease agreements for rooftop space at 2630 and 2640 Breslauer Way. The Board also accepted the FY 2021-22 financial statements and reviewed the proposed FY 2023-24 budget.

• Approved retroactive lease for 118 sq ft rooftop space at 2630 Breslauer Way (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive lease for 24 sq ft rooftop space at 2640 Breslauer Way (unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Independent Auditors’ Report on FY 2021-22 financial statements (unanimous)
• Reviewed FY 2023-24 budget; adoption scheduled for June 27, 2023

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a presentation on the regulation of tiny homes and vote on an ordinance regarding disaster recovery for the Carr, Zogg, Salt, and Fawn fires. The agenda also includes reviewing responses to the Grand Jury report on the Coroner's Office.

• Presentation regarding types and regulation of tiny homes
• Ordinance amending Shasta County Code for Carr, Zogg, Salt, and Fawn Fire disaster recovery
• Approval of residential care facility agreement with Jim and Liza’s Care Home up to $1,176,781
• Denial of property tax refund claim from Pacific Gas and Electric Company for $1,337,002
• Adoption of the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Board of Supervisors unanimously directed staff to create a Resolution of Intent to recognize movable tiny homes as Accessory Dwelling Units instead of Recreational Vehicles. The Board also denied two property tax refund claims and approved several health and probation service contracts.

• Directed staff to create a Resolution of Intent to recognize movable tiny homes as Accessory Dwelling Units (Unanimous)
• Denied PG&E property tax refund claim for FY 2018-19 of $1,337,002 plus interest (Unanimous)
• Denied Zayo Group, LLC property tax refund claim for FY 2018-19 of $9,059.89 plus interest (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to meet with Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District Board regarding canal situation (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with John Swanson, dba Swanson and Associates for investigative services up to $100,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Jim and Liza’s Care Home for residential care facility services up to $1,176,781 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-048 to accept THP and HNMP allocation awards for adult foster youth housing (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Youth for Change for youth wraparound services up to $329,613 (Unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board is meeting to review routine administrative items and a resolution regarding water transfers. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes and authorizing a contract with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

• Resolution to assign 400 acre-feet of Central Valley Project water to Shasta Community Services District
• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes

The Shasta County Water Agency approved the minutes from March 14, 2023. The agency also adopted a resolution to transfer 400 acre-feet of Central Valley Project water to the Shasta Community Services District.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 to sign Contract No. 14-06-200-3367T-P assigning 400 acre-feet of Central Valley Project water to Shasta Community Services District (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Health Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to address the County Health Officer vacancy. Following a closed session, the Board voted to move forward with a conditional employment offer for the role.

• Authorized conditional offer of employment for Health Officer position (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a zoning change for an outdoor gun range complex on a 151.78-acre site. Other items include a presentation on tiny homes, the establishment of a labor negotiation committee, and several administrative appointments.

• Zoning amendment for a 151.78-acre project site to develop an outdoor gun range complex
• Presentation regarding movable tiny homes by Tiny Home Industry Association and Forever Tiny Homes
• Establishment of an ad hoc committee for labor negotiations with United Public Employees of California
• Agreement with E1 Audiovisual Technologies for Emergency Operations Center audio/video system up to $1,156,404
• Reappointment of Rick Gurrola as Agricultural Commissioner at $74.827 per hour

The Board of Supervisors voted against establishing an ad hoc committee to assist in labor negotiations with UPEC General. Other actions included approving housing funds for the City of Redding and continuing a gun range zoning request.

• Denied establishment of ad hoc committee for labor negotiations (2-3)
• Continued Zone Amendment 13-007 for outdoor gun range complex to a future date uncertain
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-043 acknowledging the 2022 Fire Department Annual Report
• Approved $800,000 agreement with City of Redding for transitional and permanent housing
• Approved $376,498 purchase of 250 Dell laptops and docking stations
• Approved towing services agreement with Lake City Towing not to exceed $100,000
• Appointed Christy Coleman to the Partnership HealthPlan of California Commission
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-044 regarding Redding Redevelopment Project Area Tax Allocation bond refunding

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding an impasse with the United Public Employees of California (UPEC) General Unit. The agenda also includes several administrative approvals, including retroactive agreements for jail services and micro-shelter support.

• Public hearing on declaring an impasse with UPEC General Unit
• Retroactive agreement with California Forensic Medical Group, Inc. for up to $2,310,858.80
• $100,000 budget amendment for micro-shelter community services in Redding
• Ratification of the Regional Local Government Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program ($90,000)
• Approval of MOU with Teamsters Local 137 – Deputy Coroner Investigator Unit

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 2023-038 and Salary Resolution No. 1654 to impose the last, best, and final offer on the United Public Employees of California-General Unit. The Board also directed staff to consider forming an ad hoc committee to work with union negotiators at a future meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-038 and Salary Resolution No. 1654 to impose last, best, and final offer on UPEC-GU (4-1)
• Directed staff to place the possibility of forming an ad hoc committee for UPEC-GU negotiations on a future agenda (4-1)
• Approved $300,000 retroactive subrecipient agreement with City of Redding for micro-shelter supportive services (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 budget amendment for Miscellaneous General Budget Unit (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 compensation increase for The Law Offices of John Beiers for investigative services (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy Resolution No. 2023-03 regarding claims for excess proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved $85,338 budget amendment for Public Administrator Budget (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 compensation increase for Casa Serenity, Inc. residential care home services (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several administrative and financial actions including a new ordinance for supervisor term limits and various budget amendments. The agenda includes presentations regarding water years and election hand tally processes.

• Ordinance establishing a two-term limit for Board of Supervisors members
• Zogg Fire Area Road Improvements Project bid advertisement
• $18,525 budget amendment for Jail Medication Assisted Treatment program
• Budget amendments for Solid Waste Disposal and Shasta County Transit Fund
• Public hearing regarding an ordinance to set or increase various county fees

The Board of Supervisors enacted an ordinance establishing a two-term limit for its members, pending voter approval. Other key actions included approving several public works projects and renewing multiple service agreements for probation and health services.

• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2023-03 establishing a two-term limit for Board of Supervisors (pending voter approval)
• Approved $850,000 maximum compensation for The Sail House, Inc. residential care services
• Approved $220,000 renewal for Noble Software Group, LLC juvenile and adult assessment software
• Approved $238,512 renewal for STEP-UP program with Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District
• Approved $584,990 revenue agreement with CA Dept of Parks and Recreation for boating enforcement
• Accepted $85,000 grant and approved budget increase of $18,525 for Jail Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program
• Approved plans for Zogg Fire Area Road Improvements Project and authorized bidding
• Terminated three agreements with Shasta Renewables, LLC for West Central Landfill Gas-to-Energy Project

Assessment Appeals Board Regular Meeting

The Board will elect its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair and swear in Assessor's Office staff. The agenda includes reviewing requests for first-time postponement waivers and accepting various withdrawals and stipulations.

• Election of 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Swearing in of Assessor's Office staff
• Review of first-time postponement requests (309 Waivers)
• Review of withdrawals and stipulations submitted by the Assessor
• Discussion regarding receiving information from the Assessor's Office prior to hearings

The Board elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and scheduled the 2024 assessment appeals hearings. The Board also approved numerous requests for postponements, withdrawals, and stipulations for various property appeals. No action was taken following a discussion regarding the timeline for receiving evidence.

• Elected Ken Murray as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Kasey Stewart as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Set 2024 Assessment Appeals hearings for May 8-10, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor’s Office recommendations for postponements, withdrawals, and stipulations for multiple appeals (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution supporting the AT HOME Plan for homelessness. They will also receive a presentation regarding the disaster recovery ordinance for those displaced by several fires.

• Resolution and letter in support of the AT HOME Plan for homelessness
• Presentation on the Carr, Zogg, Salt, and Fawn Fires Disaster Recovery Ordinance
• Environmental Health Budget amendment increasing revenue by $69,570
• Reappointment of Staci Wadley to the Planning and Service Area 2 Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Appointment of Elizabeth Cooper to the Shasta Children and Families Commission

The Board of Supervisors approved a letter of support for the AT HOME Plan to address homelessness. They also directed staff to prepare a resolution to extend the disaster recovery ordinance for Carr Fire victims and a proposal for formal homeless outreach schedules.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-036 supporting the AT HOME Plan (unanimous)
• Directed staff to propose a resolution extending the Carr Fire disaster recovery ordinance (Title 19) for an additional year or other length of time (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring a proposal for a formal HHSA outreach program for encampments to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Reappointed Staci Wadley to the Planning and Service Area 2 Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council through April 18, 2027 (unanimous)
• Appointed Elisabeth Cooper to the Shasta Children and Families Commission through January 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Health Budget amendment increasing revenue by $69,570 and appropriations by $63,516 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance to establish a two-term limit for Board members and a resolution to call for an election in March 2024. The meeting also includes updates on the County General Fund, committee policies, and various administrative and departmental approvals.

• Ordinance to establish a two-term limit for Board of Supervisors members
• Resolution calling for an election on March 5, 2024, regarding term limits
• Approval of a letter to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior regarding Redding Rancheria property
• Reappointment of three members to the Pine Grove Mosquito Abatement District
• Amendment to salary resolution to add Custodial Supervisor and Custodian I/II positions

The Board of Supervisors approved a measure to be put before voters in March 2024 regarding a two-term limit for Board members. Other actions included updating committee membership policies and approving several health and public works contracts.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-035 to call an election on March 5, 2024, for Board term limits
• Adopted Policy Resolution No. 2023-02 amending Board membership on committees policy
• Approved $149,318.64 for Health and Human Services Agency office furniture
• Approved $75,060 for Motorola emergency medical response communication equipment
• Approved $125,000 retroactive agreement for North Valley Suicide Prevention Hotline
• Approved $314,136 increase for Child Care Bridge Program administration
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-034 continuing the Emergency Drought Relief Program
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-032 naming Loren Brown as April 2023 Employee of the Month

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will hold a public hearing and consider actions regarding the amended Fiscal Year 2023-24 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan. The meeting also includes routine administrative actions such as approving previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 amended PHA Annual Plan
• Approval of February 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 to approve the updated Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This plan includes HUD-required amendments to maintain the Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance program. The board also approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved FY 2023-24 updated PHA Annual Plan via Resolution No. 2023-01 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board will review routine administrative items and a significant budget amendment for the Air Quality Management District. The meeting includes a public comment period for matters within the Board's jurisdiction.

• Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2022-23 to increase State Air Resources Board Moyer Grant revenue by $2,514,830
• Appropriation of $2,485,685 in the Professional Services account
• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2022-23 to increase revenue and appropriations for the State Air Resources Board Moyer Grant and Professional Services accounts. The Board also approved the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approved budget amendment increasing State Air Resources Board Moyer Grant revenue by $2,514,830 and Professional Services appropriations by $2,485,685 (Unanimous, Rickert recused)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the appointment of a new County Executive Officer in closed session. The Board will also consider an agreement with Hart Intercivic for voting equipment and a budget amendment for the Clerk/Elections Department.

• Closed session discussion regarding the County Executive Officer appointment
• Agreement with Hart Intercivic for voting equipment and services not to exceed $950,000
• Budget amendment to increase Clerk/Elections Department appropriations by $801,543

The Board of Supervisors rescinded a preliminary employment offer to Chriss Street for County Executive Officer and extended a new offer to another candidate. Additionally, the Board authorized a contract with Hart Intercivic for voting equipment and approved a corresponding budget amendment.

• Rescinded preliminary employment offer to Chriss Street for County Executive Officer (5-0)
• Extended preliminary employment offer to another candidate for County Executive Officer (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Hart Intercivic for voting equipment and services not to exceed $950,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-23 budget amendment to increase Clerk/Elections Department appropriations by $801,543 (unanimous)
• Denied substitute motion to bring back the option of reinstating the Dominion Voting Systems contract (3-2)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to establish a hand-counting system for ballots and seek an agreement with Hart or ES&S for printing. Other key actions included appointing a new County Counsel and consolidating the Department of Housing and Community Action Programs into the Health and Human Services Agency.

• Directed staff to establish a hand-counting system for ballots (3-2)
• Appointed James R. Ross as County Counsel effective April 22, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2023-02 consolidating Housing and Community Action Programs with Health and Human Services Agency (Unanimous)
• Approved $214,751.10 purchase of two animal regulation trucks from Lithia Chevrolet of Redding (Unanimous)
• Approved $128,810.94 for EOC/South County Patrol furniture and $59,132 budget increase for Sheriff-Patrol (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-031 to find alternate employment for Opportunity Center employees (Unanimous)
• Added 6.0 Full Time Equivalent Public Safety Service Officer positions to Jail budget (Unanimous)
• Amended zoning for 25.08-acre property at 41397 Opdyke Road (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding the vacancy of the County Executive Officer. The session included a conference with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented position.

• Closed session discussion regarding public employee appointment for County Executive Officer
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for the County Executive Officer position

The Board of Supervisors met in closed session to discuss the appointment of a County Executive Officer and related labor negotiations. No decision was made regarding the candidacy of Chriss Street. The Board authorized a report stating that a background report on Mr. Street had been received.

• Authorized report that background report on Chriss Street was received (5-0)
• No decision made concerning Chriss Street's candidacy for CEO

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: 2023 Winter Storms

The Board of Supervisors will receive an update from Public Works regarding the 2023 winter storms. The Board is also considering a resolution to ratify a March 14, 2023, proclamation and declare a local emergency for these storms dating back to December 2022.

• Update from Public Works on the 2023 Winter Storms
• Resolution to ratify the Director of Emergency Services' March 14, 2023, proclamation
• Declaration of a Local Emergency for the 2023 Winter Storms effective from December 2022

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2023-026 to declare a local emergency for the 2023 winter storms dating back to December 2022. This action ratifies a previous proclamation from March 14, 2023, and is intended to facilitate state and federal disaster relief funding.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-026 to declare a Local Emergency for 2023 Winter Storms (unanimous)
• Ratified the Director of Emergency Services' March 14, 2023, proclamation of a Local Emergency (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several legislative actions, including a jail inmate transportation project and updates to large wind energy system regulations. Additional items include discussions on board conduct policies and the Palo Cedro Town Center Specific Plan.

• Jail Inmate Transportation & Courtroom Repurposing Project agreement with DLR Group
• Ordinance amending Large Wind Energy Systems code regarding Assembly Bill 205
• Zoning amendment for two parcels on Serpentine Lane in Burney
• Palo Cedro Town Center Specific Plan presentation
• Zogg Fire Guardrail Repair Project contract with Highway Specialty Company, Inc.

The Board of Supervisors approved a contract with DLR Group for jail inmate transportation and courtroom repurposing. They also enacted an ordinance regarding large wind energy systems and approved the consolidation of the Housing/Community Action Agency into the Health and Human Services Agency.

• Approved $1,038,700 contract with DLR Group for jail transportation and facilities planning (4-1)
• Introduced ordinance to consolidate Housing/Community Action Agency into Health and Human Services Agency (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2023-01 amending Large Wind Energy Systems code (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3.6 acres at Serpentine Lane, Burney to One-Family Residential (5-0)
• Approved letter of opposition to Assembly Bill 742 regarding police canines (5-0)
• Denied adoption of proposed Board of Supervisors Code of Conduct (2-3)
• Awarded $156,799 Zogg Fire Guardrail Repair Project to Highway Specialty Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized investigation into unauthorized closed session disclosures (5-0)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board of Supervisors will meet to review routine administrative actions and a proposed water use agreement. The board is scheduled to consider approving an agreement with the McConnell Foundation.

• Approval of a Water Use Agreement with the McConnell Foundation
• Authorization for the Chief Engineer to execute written consents or amendments to the McConnell Foundation agreement
• Determination that the McConnell Foundation agreement is exempt from CEQA
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 24, 2023

The Shasta County Water Agency approved a Water Use Agreement with the McConnell Foundation. The agreement allows the agency to purchase water at $250/acre-foot to offset drought-related allotment cuts. The board also found the agreement exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

• Approved Water Use Agreement with McConnell Foundation (4-1)
• Authorized Chief Engineer or designee to execute written consents or amendments to the agreement (4-1)
• Found agreement exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per 14 CCR Section 15301 (4-1)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Counsel Vacancy

This is a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to discuss the appointment of a new County Counsel. The board will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations for that position. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to consider appointment of County Counsel (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for County Counsel position (Gov. Code § 54957.6)

The Board of Supervisors met in a special session to discuss the County Counsel vacancy. They voted to add the appointment of James Ross to a future meeting agenda.

• Directed staff to place the appointment of James Ross as County Counsel at the F Step pay scale on the March 28, 2023, agenda (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss options for counting election ballots, including a hand-counting pilot program under state law, and consider direction to staff. They will also consider a $1.5 million grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life for elections. Other items include proclamations for ACEs, Resilience, and Hope Awareness Month and Grand Jury Awareness Month, and a presentation on the Peer Support Specialist job classification.

• Discuss hand-counting ballots and election pilot program (Item R4)
• Approve $1.5 million grant from Center for Tech and Civic Life for elections (Item R3)
• Adopt proclamations for ACEs, Resilience, and Hope Awareness Month and Grand Jury Awareness Month (Items R1, R2)
• Deny property tax refund claims totaling $45,699.30 from T-Mobile and $99,913.44 from Lumen Technologies (Items C1, C2)
• Approve $1,925,000 increase for skilled nursing services with Siena Skilled Nursing (Item C13)

The Board of Supervisors approved the soft closing of the Opportunity Center due to financial instability. They also directed staff to investigate hand-counting ballot options and to counterpropose terms for a $1.5M election grant. Several budget amendments and facility equity agreements were approved.

• Approved soft closing of Opportunity Center by June 30, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to counterpropose terms for $1.5M Center for Tech and Civic Life grant (3-2)
• Directed staff to investigate hand-counting ballot options over 30 days (3-2)
• Took no action on current voting system vendor contracts (3-2)
• Waived most impact fees for 30555 Ted Elder Road, except $178.15 library fee (Unanimous)
• Approved mid-year budget amendments and FY 2023-24 budget principles (Unanimous)
• Adopted successor MOU and Salary Resolution No. 1649 for Mid-Management Bargaining Unit (Unanimous)
• Approved equity purchase agreements for Burney Court and Juvenile Hall (Unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority will consider approving the minutes from its November 1, 2022 meeting and a training services agreement with Kiser CPR & First Aid for IHSS providers. Both items are on the consent calendar and are expected to be routine. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Approve minutes of the November 1, 2022 meeting
• Approve an agreement with Kiser CPR & First Aid for IHSS provider training

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board approved a training agreement for IHSS providers and the minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the November 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Kiser CPR & First Aid for IHSS Provider training (unanimous)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority will consider approving mid-year 2022-23 budget amendments and minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting. Both items are on the consent calendar and are expected to be routine.

• Approve mid-year 2022-23 budget amendments to align projected budget
• Approve minutes of October 18, 2022 meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority approved amendments to the mid-year 2022-23 budget to align the projected budget. The board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved mid-year 2022-23 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss the appointment of a new County Executive Officer. The board will recess into closed session for up to six hours to consider the public employee appointment and confer with the labor negotiator regarding the unrepresented position. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss appointment of County Executive Officer
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for County Executive Officer position
• Meeting scheduled for Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 8:00 AM

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting and recessed into a closed session to discuss a public employee appointment and labor negotiations for the County Executive Officer position. Upon reconvening, County Counsel reported that no reportable action was taken.

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss the appointment of a new County Executive Officer. The board will recess into closed session for approximately 8 hours to interview candidates and receive recommendations from a Temporary Advisory Committee. Any reportable action will be announced in open session after the closed session.

• Closed session to discuss appointment of County Executive Officer (Government Code section 54957)
• Board will meet jointly with Temporary Advisory Committee to consider candidate recommendations

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to consider a public employee appointment for the County Executive Officer position. Following a closed session, it was reported that no reportable action was taken.

• Appointment of County Executive Officer: no reportable action taken

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss a resolution supporting the Second Amendment and provide direction on the Palo Cedro Town Center Specific Plan. Consent items include a new Teamsters labor agreement, a contract for roofing repairs, and a server room upgrade contract. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations with several employee groups.

• Adopt resolution supporting the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
• Receive direction on preparation of the Palo Cedro Town Center Specific Plan
• Approve successor MOU with Teamsters Local 137 for Trades and Crafts unit (2023-2025)
• Award contract to Gifford Construction for Administration Center Server Room Upgrades
• Approve contract with Harbert Roofing for roofing repairs and modifications

The Board of Supervisors approved a roofing services contract and extended the emergency drought relief proclamation. They also approved a successor MOU for the Teamsters Local 137 bargaining unit and a server room upgrade project. A resolution regarding the Second Amendment was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved contract with Harbert Roofing, Inc. not to exceed $200,000
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-015 to continue the emergency drought relief proclamation
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-016 and Salary Resolution No. 1648 for Teamsters Local 137 MOU
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-017 designating CEO signing authority for Cal-OES funding
• Awarded $558,000 contract to Gifford Construction, Inc. for server room upgrades
• Directed staff to meet with opposing groups to develop a Palo Cedro area plan
• Tabled resolution in support of Second Amendment for March 14, 2023 meeting
• Reappointed Mark Wagner and Kristopher A. Corbell to Buckeye Fire Protection District Board

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding a public employee appointment. The discussion focuses on the vacancy for the position of County Executive Officer.

• Closed Session: Public employee appointment for County Executive Officer

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to consider a public employee appointment for the County Executive Officer. Following a closed session, County Counsel reported that no reportable action was taken.

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Executive Officer Vacancy

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss the appointment of a County Executive Officer in closed session. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss appointment of County Executive Officer (Gov. Code § 54957)

The Board of Supervisors met in a special session to consider a public employee appointment for the County Executive Officer. Following a closed session, County Counsel reported that no reportable action was taken. A subsequent special meeting was scheduled for February 16, 2023.

• No reportable action taken regarding County Executive Officer appointment
• Scheduled special meeting for February 16, 2023

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023. The consent calendar includes routine appointments to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council and the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board, plus approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
• Approve Chair's appointments to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council
• Reappoint Reggie Ceehorne and John Snook as Public Members and Darren Langfield as alternate Engineer to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board for three-year terms expiring February 2026
• Approve minutes of the January 10, 2023 meeting

The Board elected its Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023. It also approved appointments to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council and reappointed members to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board.

• Elected Supervisor Rickert as 2023 Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Supervisor Jones as 2023 Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Supervisor Jones as member and Supervisor Kelstrom as alternate to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Reggie Ceehorne and John Snook to Public Member positions on the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board for three-year terms (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Darren Langfield as alternate to the Engineer position on the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board for a three-year term (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will receive a presentation and hold a community forum on Immigration and Customs Enforcement access for 2021-2022. It will also consider continuing a local drought emergency proclamation and a grant-funded drought relief program. The Board will recess into closed session to discuss litigation in the opioid lawsuit, potential litigation, labor negotiations, and the appointment of a County Executive Officer.

• Community forum on ICE access for calendar years 2021 and 2022
• Continuation of local drought emergency proclamation from June 2021
• Continuation of grant-funded emergency drought relief program (up to $500,000 from CPUC for fiber networking engineering)
• Closed session on opioid lawsuit County of Shasta v. AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation
• Closed session to appoint a County Executive Officer

The Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to a revenue agreement for school-based mental health services and extended several drought emergency proclamations. They also updated parking zones on Riverland Drive and modified bargaining unit classifications for several social work positions.

• Approved $465,755 amendment for State Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted grant funding up to $500,000 from CPUP for fiber networking (unanimous)
• Extended local drought emergency proclamation and Grant-Funded Emergency Drought Relief Program (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 462-124 to expand no parking zones on Riverland Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $195,000 budget transfer for copiers in Social Services Budget (unanimous)
• Moved Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Social Worker classifications to the Professional Unit bargaining unit (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Michael Vovakes to the Shasta Children and Families Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution regarding signing authority for CalOES financial assistance to February 21, 2023 (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency Board will consider two routine consent calendar items: approving the chair's appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board and the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2023, and approving the minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting. No significant policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve chair's appointments to Northern California Water Association Governing Board and Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2023
• Approve minutes of June 28, 2022 meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency approved the Chair's appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board and the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee for 2023. The agency also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting.

• Approved 2023 appointments to Northern California Water Association Governing Board and Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss the county's contract with Dominion Voting Systems and consider providing direction to staff. Supervisors will also vote on appointing an Acting County Executive Officer and consider a letter supporting the Redding Rancheria's land-into-trust application. The consent calendar includes routine approvals for contracts, appointments, and budget amendments.

• Discuss contract with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. and consider direction to staff (Item R-2)
• Appoint Mary E. Williams as Acting County Executive Officer/Clerk of the Board at $19,546/month (Item R-4)
• Approve letter supporting Redding Rancheria's application to take property into federal trust (Item R-1)
• Approve budget amendments with General Fund impact for Public Works (Item C-20)
• Adopt resolution to continue emergency drought relief program (Item C-21)

The Board of Supervisors voted to end its contract with Dominion Voting Systems following the completion of the Shasta Lake City special election. The Board also approved a support letter for the Redding Rancheria's land-into-trust application and appointed Mary E. Williams as Acting CEO.

• Approved termination of Dominion Voting Systems contract upon completion of Shasta Lake City special election (3-2)
• Approved letter of support for Redding Rancheria real property trust application (4-1)
• Appointed Mary E. Williams as Acting County Executive Officer/Clerk of the Board (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-009 certifying Teamsters Local #137 for Deputy Coroner Investigator unit (5-0)
• Approved $1.67M agreement with Aloha Psychiatry Inc. for telepsychiatry services (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 agreement with Prestige Urgent Care for occupational medical services (5-0)
• Approved 'No Parking' zones on Riverland Drive (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back a proposal to consolidate HCAA into HHSA (5-0)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

This addendum to the regular meeting agenda adds a closed session item (R15) for the Board to confer with labor negotiators regarding several employee organizations. The session will cover negotiations with unions representing deputies, correctional officers, management, and other county employees. No other substantive items are listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for multiple employee organizations including Deputy Sheriffs Association, Teamsters, and United Public Employees of California
• Agency negotiators listed: Acting County Executive Officer Pat Minturn, Personnel Director Shelley Forbes, Chief Labor Negotiator Gage Dungy, Assistant Personnel Director Monica Fugitt

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will consider adopting resolutions to ratify and authorize grant agreements for two air quality incentive programs: the Community Air Protection Program and the Carl Moyer Program. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine administrative items.

• Adopt resolution ratifying amended grant agreement for Community Air Protection Program Incentives Year 2 Funds (FY 2018-19), authorizing expenditures through Dec 31, 2024
• Adopt resolution ratifying application for Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program Year 25 Funds (FY 2022-23), authorizing a District match using AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Funds
• Approve minutes of the December 6, 2022 meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved two resolutions to secure and manage state funding for air quality programs. The actions include ratifying a grant for the Community Air Protection Program and applying for Carl Moyer Program funds.

• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 to ratify an amended grant agreement for Community Air Protection Program Incentives in the amount of $138,194.40 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-02 to ratify the application for Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program Year 25 Funds in a tentative amount of $399,372 (Unanimous)
• Authorized a District match for the Carl Moyer program using Assembly Bill 2766 Motor Vehicle Funds up to $59,906 (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation and provide direction on expanding jail capacity, and consider approving an architectural and engineering contract with Nichols-Melburg & Rossetto for the Jail Inmate Transportation and Courtroom Repurposing Project. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as appointments to boards, a boat purchase, and a water improvement project rebid.

• Receive presentation and provide direction on expanding jail capacity (Item R3)
• Consider agreement with Nichols-Melburg & Rossetto for jail inmate transport and courtroom repurposing project (Item R4)
• Award bid and authorize purchase of new boat and trailer from Rogue Jet Boatworks for Sheriff's Office (Item C12)
• Reject all bids and readvertise for CSA 2-Sugarloaf Water Improvement Project (Item C17)
• Appoint Rodney Armstrong to Burney Water District Board of Directors (Item C5)

The Board of Supervisors approved expanding the jail at its downtown location and directed staff to explore all funding options. Additionally, the Board moved to prepare a ballot measure for the March 2024 election to limit supervisors to two terms.

• Directed staff to begin CEQA process for downtown jail expansion (4-1)
• Directed staff to negotiate a contract with DLR Group for jail inmate transportation project (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare a proposed ordinance and election resolution for a two-term limit for supervisors (unanimous)
• Elected Supervisor Jones as 2023 Chair and Supervisor Garman as 2023 Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved $818,817 retroactive renewal agreement with Hill Country Community Clinic (unanimous)
• Authorized General Fund to cover negative cash for Opportunity Center through June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $800,000 subrecipient agreement with SMART Workforce Center (unanimous)
• Approved $129,600.09 purchase of a new boat and trailer from Rogue Jet Boatworks (unanimous)