Tuolumne County public meetings in 2023

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 27, 2023, has been cancelled.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will discuss and rank suggested activities for 2024 work groups. Members will assign a priority score from 1 to 5 to five specific focus areas to guide the committee's advocacy and planning.

• Ranking of Health priorities including healthcare access and telemedicine
• Ranking of Technology priorities including broadband access and coaching
• Ranking of Assistance Programs including rental, utility, and housing assistance
• Ranking of Event Planning including Senior Expo 2024 and Centenarian Event
• Ranking of COA Operations and Communication including recruitment and legislative analysis

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to develop and approve its priorities and goals for 2024. The session includes reports from staff and updates from three working groups.

• Development and approval of 2024 priorities
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, was canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 17, 2024.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. This is a procedural cancellation notice.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will hear a staff report on homeless services progress and vote on a recommended list of 2024 priorities to send to the Board of Supervisors. The agenda also includes approval of the November 9 meeting minutes and public comment. The meeting is a regular business session with discussion and action items.

• Vote on 2024 Homeless Services Priorities for recommendation to Board of Supervisors
• Staff report on transitional/permanent supportive housing, Navigation Center, Safe Parking, dashboard, and Homelessness Awareness Week
• Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agenda items: board reduction of committee membership and elimination of advisory positions
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 10.

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission will discuss current staffing models and the organization of the agency. Members are considering a shared resources agreement with Marin and Santa Cruz LAFCOs and the hiring of an on-call planning firm.

• Consideration of a Multi-LAFCO Shared Resources Agreement with Santa Cruz LAFCO and Marin LAFCO
• Consideration of hiring Helix Environmental Planning, Inc. for on-call LAFCO services
• Discussion on LAFCO staffing and organizational structure

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting for December 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 4, 2024.

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The committee will review the status of facility projects for the Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall. The meeting also includes a report from the Veterans Service Officer regarding various local services and issues.

• Review of facility projects at Sonora Veterans Hall
• Review of facility projects at Tuolumne Memorial Hall
• Report on trash at Sonora Memorial Hall
• Discussion of Spouse’s Biannual Briefing Dates
• Discussion of breakfast at the Sonora Senior Center

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2023.

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resource Committee is meeting to review recommendations for its 2024 strategic priorities. The body is also considering a draft comment letter to the USFS regarding the SERAL 2.0 project.

• Recommendation for Natural Resource Committee 2024 Strategic Priorities
• Draft comment letter for USFS SERAL 2.0 project
• Discussion on the use of cattle for targeted grazing in SERAL 2.0
• Approval of November 1st, 2023 meeting minutes

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss and consider approving updated bylaws, annual goals, and a contract review process. The board will also consider donating a basket for the YES Partnership Fundraising Luncheon.

• Approval of BHAB Bylaws
• Approval of BHAB annual goals
• Approval of the Behavioral Health Department Contract Review Process
• Donation of a basket for the YES Partnership Fundraising Luncheon
• Behavioral Health Director's report on safety processes, policies, and training

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The special meeting of the Historic Preservation Review Commission scheduled for December 4, 2023, has been cancelled.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for November 22, 2023, has been cancelled. The document notes a special meeting was held on November 21, 2022.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review 2023 priorities in preparation for a December 20 workshop. The session includes updates from working groups focused on governance, emergency planning, and communication and education outreach.

• Review of 2023 Priorities
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a request to build a 105-foot wireless tower and a request to rezone a 10.16-acre parcel. The body will also receive a presentation on the draft Housing Element Update.

• CUP23-007: Proposed 105-foot wireless communications tower at 20815 and 20813 Longeway Road
• RZ23-007: Proposed rezoning of 10.16 acres at 22170 Vilas Lane from RE-5:MX to A-10:MX
• Presentation on the Tuolumne County Draft Housing Element Update

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting for November 15, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2023.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will meet to discuss plans for 2024 activities. The agenda includes reports from the chairman, treasurer, and CAO staff, as well as an update on the Centenarian Event.

• Brainstorming for 2024 Activities
• Update on the Centenarian Event
• Approval of September 11th minutes

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission is considering adopting Resolution No. 303 to rescind a previous decision to dissolve 10 County Service Areas (CSAs). This action is proposed because staff failed to properly notify affected landowners and voters. The body will also receive a presentation on the Tuolumne County Housing Element Update.

• Proposed Resolution No. 303 to rescind the dissolution of CSAs No. 4, 8, 31, 40, 45, 46, 50, 52, 55, and 61
• Presentation on the Tuolumne County Housing Element Update
• Review of the 2023 CALAFCo Conference
• Dissolution processing fee of $4,280 per CSA

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will review 2023 priority projects and brainstorm goals for 2024. Staff will also provide progress reports on housing acquisition and the Navigation Center. The committee will discuss reducing membership and eliminating advisory members.

• Staff report on Navigation Center development, Safe Parking, and permanent supportive housing acquisition
• Brainstorming session for 2024 Homeless Services Priority Projects
• Discussion on the reduction of committee membership and elimination of advisory members
• Review of the Homeless Services Dashboard and Homelessness Awareness Week

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee is reviewing requirements for Senate Bill 1383 and potential residential curbside green waste collection. Discussion includes a proposed $11 monthly rate increase to cover new equipment and services.

• SB 1383 implementation and timeline
• Waste Removal Ordinance and Exemptions
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance
• Proposed $11 per month residential green waste service increase

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission is discussing a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to reduce its membership from nine to seven members. The body is also reviewing tree varieties and signage for the Jamestown Gateway and Main Street Revitalization Project.

• Proposed reduction of Commission membership from nine to seven
• Selection of tree variety for Main Street (Red Maple, Chinese Pistache, Cottonless Cottonwood, or Chinese Elm)
• Direction on the Jamestown gateway sign
• Status updates on the Washington Courthouse Building Project
• Status updates on the Yaney Elevator Project and Yaney Courthouse Building Remodel

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will review proposed strategic priorities for 2024, including water supply modernization and forest health. The body will also receive updates on submitted grant proposals and reports from partner agencies.

• Discussion of 2024 Strategic Priorities including water utility support and forest health
• Update on submitted grant proposals
• Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will discuss and consider approval of the FY 2022-2023 Data Notebook and review a request for support regarding a CA State Dept. of Hospitals stakeholder grant. Members will also establish ad hoc committees to address the opioid crisis, contract review plans, and annual goals.

• Approval of FY 2022-2023 Data Notebook
• Formation of ad hoc committees for opioid crisis response, contract review, and annual goals
• Review of CA State Dept. of Hospitals stakeholder grant request
• Report on Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST)
• Membership dues invoice for CALBHB/C totaling $700

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a zone change and conditional use permit for a 6.2-acre site. The proposal seeks to rezone 5.4 acres to General Commercial and Open Space to allow for the outdoor storage of commercial equipment, vehicles, and materials.

• Zone Change RZ18-011: Rezone 5.4± acres from RE-5 to C-1 (General Commercial) and O (Open Space)
• Conditional Use Permit CUP18-013: Outdoor storage of commercial equipment, vehicles, and materials on 6.2± acres
• Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Leslie project
• Project location: 18456 Wards Ferry Road (APNs 097-140-007 and 097-140-009)

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will review a conditional use permit for a new wireless communications tower. The body is determining if the structure is consistent with the County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Review of CUP23-007 for a 105-foot wireless communications tower at 20815 and 20813 Longeway Road
• Project site is a 2.95-acre parcel (APN 089-040-002) zoned Business Park
• Consideration of minutes from the September 7, 2023 meeting

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will meet to receive a presentation on fire insurance resources and a fuels reduction storyboard. The body will also receive updates from communication, governance, and emergency planning working groups.

• Fire Insurance Resources Presentation
• Fuels Reduction Storyboard Presentation
• Updates from Communication and Education Outreach, Governance, and Emergency Planning workgroups
• Adjustment of November and December meeting dates

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2023.

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for October 18, 2023, has been canceled.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will receive presentations from County Counsel regarding the Brown Act and rules for advisory committees. Members will discuss reducing committee membership, eliminating advisory members, and the frequency of meetings.

• Discussion on reduction of membership and elimination of advisory members
• County Counsel presentation on the Brown Act
• County Counsel presentation on Board of Supervisors policy advisory committee rules
• Staff report on progress of Homeless Services Priority Projects
• Discussion on 2024 Homeless Services Priority Projects

Solid Waste Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the potential for a residential green waste program and receive updates on the Clean CA project and EcoHero partnership. Waste Management is expected to provide additional information regarding the green waste program.

• Discussion of potential residential green waste program with Waste Management
• Clean CA project update
• EcoHero partnership update
• Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will discuss logistics for returning to in-person meetings and brainstorm activities for 2024. The body will also review a potential donation to the Wish of a Lifetime program.

• Discussion on returning to in-person meetings
• Brainstorming 2024 activities regarding COVID-19 messaging, senior homelessness, and tribal resident inclusion
• Open discussion on donation to the Wish of a Lifetime program
• Update on the Centenarian Event

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2023, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board is holding a special meeting focused on member training and strategic planning. The board will review survey results to establish future goals and receive instruction on board best practices and contract review.

• Training on effective board membership by CALBHBC Executive Director Theresa Comstock
• Training on the process for reviewing Behavioral Health contracts
• Review of 2023 BHAB Survey results and setting of future board goals

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will review a conditional use permit for a new wireless communications tower. The body will determine if the project is consistent with the County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Review of CUP23-007 for a 105-foot tall wireless communications tower at 20815 and 20813 Longeway Road
• Project site is a 2.95-acre parcel (APN 089-040-002) zoned Business Park

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss and vote on its annual report, bylaws, and a site visitation template. The meeting includes a presentation by Dr. Kim Freeman on the opioid crisis and other public health issues in Tuolumne County.

• Approval of the draft Annual Report to be presented to the Board of Supervisors on October 17, 2023
• Consideration of BHAB bylaws approval by the Board of Supervisors
• Vote on the final plan for the annual retreat
• Vote on the Site Visitation Template
• Speaker series presentation on the Opioid Crisis by Dr. Kim Freeman

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will discuss a comment letter regarding state urban water supply conservation regulation AB 1668. The body will also review a WaterSMART Grant proposal and gather topic recommendations for the 2024 work plan.

• Comment letter for State urban water supply conservation regulation (AB) 1668
• WaterSMART Grant proposal
• Updates from USFS and CalFire
• 2024 committee actions and work plan topic recommendations

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission failed to reach a consensus on a zone change and conditional use permit for a site at 18456 Wards Ferry Road. The commission voted to send the project back to staff and rehear it in November 2023. A separate proposed zone change for the Hatton project was pulled from the meeting.

• Proposed zone change RZ18-011 to rezone 5.4± acres at 18456 Wards Ferry Road from RE-5 to C-1 and O
• Proposed conditional use permit CUP18-013 for outdoor storage of commercial equipment and vehicles at 18456 Wards Ferry Road
• Proposed zone change RZ23-004 for the Hatton project (pulled from meeting)

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two zone change requests. One proposal seeks to allow a wildlife rehabilitation facility on Shaws Flat Road, while the other involves a lot line adjustment and rezoning in the Lake Don Pedro subdivision.

• Proposed zone change (RZ23-006) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP23-003) for outdoor wildlife rehabilitation facilities at 20500 Shaws Flat Road
• Proposed zone change (RZ23-004) for a 1.37± acre parcel (APN 076-080-001) and portions of a 266.64± acre parcel (APN 071-320-025) in advance of a Lot Line Adjustment

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The special meeting of the Historic Preservation Review Commission scheduled for October 2, 2023, has been cancelled. No other business was listed.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will meet to review a presentation from the California Department of Insurance. The body will also discuss a District 2 committee application and receive updates from three working groups.

• California Department of Insurance presentation by Ritchie Sayavong
• District 2 Committee Application
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit for heavy equipment and log storage at 18456 Wards Ferry Road. The proposal follows a request for a zone change to commercial, which must be approved by the Board of Supervisors.

• Conditional Use Permit for heavy equipment and log storage at 18456 Wards Ferry Road
• Zone Change application RZ18-011 to rezone site to C-1
• Review of draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and public comments
• Discussion of Grading Permit G2021-00028 issued by the Department of Public Works

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission discussed a proposed zone change for parcels APN 076-080-001 and 071-320-025 to facilitate a lot line adjustment. After public testimony and commission discussion regarding report accuracy and environmental analysis, the body voted to send the item back to staff. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting.

• Zone Change RZ23-004 (Hatton): Proposed rezoning of a 1.37± acre parcel and portions of a 266.64± acre parcel near Llanura Drive and Solambo Mine Road
• Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal to rezone a 5.4-acre parcel at 18456 Wards Ferry Road from residential to general commercial and open space. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for outdoor storage of commercial equipment and vehicles on the site.

• Zone Change RZ18-011: Rezone 5.4± acres at 18456 Wards Ferry Road from RE-5 to C-1 and O
• Conditional Use Permit CUP18-013: Outdoor storage of commercial equipment and vehicles on 6.2± acres
• Zone Change RZ23-004: Rezone 1.37± acres (APN 076-080-001) and portions of a 266.64± acre parcel (APN 071-320-025)
• Proposed Lot Line Adjustment between APNs 076-080-001 and 071-320-025
• Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Leslie project

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for September 20, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2023.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The regular meeting of the Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee scheduled for September 14, 2023, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Solid Waste Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the staff approach, rules, and timing for a green waste collection program. Waste Management will provide additional information regarding a potential residential program.

• Discussion of residential green waste collection program rules and responsibilities
• Presentation by the Mattress Recycling Council
• Update on the Clean California Grant
• Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission is considering Resolution No. 302 to dissolve ten inactive County Service Areas (CSAs) and their Spheres of Influence. These districts were determined to be non-functioning in a 2013 study, and remaining funds would be transferred to the Tuolumne County General Fund.

• Proposed dissolution of CSA No. 4 (Jupiter Subdivision Unit 1)
• Proposed dissolution of CSA No. 8 (Lake Don Pedro Units 4 and 5)
• Proposed dissolution of CSA No. 31 (Curtis Creek Ranch Unit 2)
• Proposed dissolution of CSA No. 40 (Sunny Hill Subdivision)
• Proposed dissolution of CSAs No. 45, 46, 50, 52, 55, and 61

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will meet to discuss utilizing committee funds for a charitable donation to the Wish of a Lifetime program. The body will also consider reducing the number of seats on the committee and discuss the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on seniors.

• Consideration of charitable donation to Wish of a Lifetime program
• Discussion on reducing the number of committee seats
• Review of COVID-19's continued impact on seniors
• Approval of July 10th and August 14th meeting minutes

The Committee on Aging voted to reduce its total number of seats. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and discussed the impact of PG&E power shutoffs on seniors.

• Reduced number of COA seats from 20 to 14 (12-0)
• Approved July 10th and August 14th meeting minutes (12-0)
• Tabled vote on charitable donation to Wish of a Lifetime

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission is reviewing a building permit for a garage structure in the Columbia Airport's Compatibility Zone B1. The commission will determine if the proposal is consistent with the Tuolumne County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Building Permit B2023-01213 for an 1,120-square foot garage at 21700 Springfield Road, Sonora
• Review of project on a 199-acre parcel zoned AE-37:AIR and AE-37:AP:AIR
• Analysis of structure height (17.5 feet) relative to FAR Part 77 surface planes

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss housing for veterans and review the status of facility projects. Members will also discuss future improvements to veterans halls and a potential 2026 sesquicentennial event.

• Housing for Veterans CDD/HA discussion
• Status review of Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall projects
• Discussion of future Veterans Hall improvements
• Sesquicentennial idea for 2026
• Action on a Board of Supervisor resolution regarding membership

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resource Committee meeting scheduled for September 6, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed zone change (RZ23-004) to facilitate a lot line adjustment between two parcels. The proposal involves rezoning portions of parcels 076-080-001 and 071-320-025 near the Lake Don Pedro subdivision.

• Proposed zone change RZ23-004 for parcels 076-080-001 and 071-320-025
• Rezoning of 1.37± acres from RE-2:MX to RE-10:MX
• Rezoning of 253.69± acres from AE-37 to RE-10
• Rezoning of 3.16± acres from AE-37 to O (Open Space)
• Proposed lot line adjustment to create a 12.95± acre parcel

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to consider final approval of its bylaws and a draft annual report for the Board of Supervisors. The board will also discuss a change in meeting location and plan an annual retreat.

• Approval of draft BHAB Bylaws
• Approval of draft Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Review of proposed questions for Public Health Officer Dr. Kim Freeman
• Discussion of Behavioral Health contract reviewing process
• Consideration of a change in meeting location

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board approved the August 2, 2023, meeting minutes and voted to send the second draft of its bylaws to the Board of Supervisors. The board also discussed updates to its annual report, including the removal of a recommendation for a new mental health facility due to cost and low projected usage.

• Approved August 2, 2023, Draft Minutes (5-0)
• Approved moving Draft Bylaws to Board of Supervisors for review and approval (5-1)

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee will receive presentations from the Tuolumne Fire Protection District and guest speaker Nancy Watkins on risk modeling and fire insurance. Members will also consider changing the regular monthly meeting time to the 4th Wednesday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

• Presentation on risk modeling and fire insurance by Nancy Watkins
• Fire presentation from Tuolumne Fire Protection District
• Proposed change of monthly meeting time to 4th Wednesday, 3-5:00 pm
• Updates from Communication and Education Outreach, Governance, and Emergency Planning workgroups

The committee approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023, meeting. Members received reports from the Tuolumne County Fire Department, Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine, and Strawberry Fire District, and discussed strategies to address fire insurance issues.

• Approved June 28, 2023 minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee is meeting to discuss franchise collection agreements for Moore Bros Scavenger and Burns Refuse Service. The body will also receive reports on upcoming waste collection events.

• Discussion of Moore Bros Scavenger and Burns Refuse Service Franchise Collection Agreements
• August 19th Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
• August 26th Green Waste Dollar Dump Day
• Tire Amnesty Event report

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zone change proposals. One request involves rezoning parcels for a lot line adjustment in the Lake Don Pedro subdivision, and the other involves rezoning eight parcels to Public use in Tuolumne City.

• RZ23-004: Proposed rezoning of a 1.37± acre parcel and portions of a 266.64± acre parcel (APNs 076-080-001 and 071-320-025) to facilitate a lot line adjustment
• RZ23-003: Proposed ordinance to rezone 8 parcels to Public use for the Tuolumne Parks and Recreation District
• Public hearing for the Hatton project located southwest of the Llanura Drive and Solambo Mine Road intersection
• Public hearing for the Tuolumne Parks and Recreation District project in unincorporated Tuolumne City

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for August 16, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2023.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will meet to review reports from the chairman, treasurer, and CAO staff. Members will hold an extended discussion regarding work group activities and consider a new requirement for submitting agenda items one week in advance.

• Discussion on work group activities
• Proposal for agenda items to be submitted 1 week in advance

The Committee on Aging discussed fire safety grants, homelessness housing projects, and preparations for a centenarian event. The committee approved the procurement of new nametags and established a new deadline for agenda item submissions.

• Approved procurement of new committee nametags
• Established requirement for agenda items to be submitted one week prior to meetings
• Scheduled monthly planning meetings for the 4th Friday at 1:30pm
• Changed workgroup meeting schedule to the third Tuesday of each month

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for August 14, 2023, has been cancelled.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will discuss progress on homeless services priority projects and receive updates on the Coordinated Entry System and Homeless Management Information Systems. Members will also share agency reports in a round-table format.

• Staff report on Homeless Services Priority Projects
• Update on Coordinated Entry and Homeless Management Information Systems
• Round-table reports from committee members regarding agency work
• Community Q&A session with Homeless Services staff

The committee approved the minutes from the July 13, 2023 meeting. Members received staff updates on priority projects and the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), and discussed the success of a recent Wellness Day event.

• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for August 9, 2023, has been cancelled. No new meeting date has been determined.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a preliminary financing analysis for a new Law and Justice Center campus. The project includes a 31,295 sq. ft. building for the Tuolumne County Sheriff, a radio tower, and segment A of Gardella Road.

• Estimated total project cost of $32.3 million
• Review of Public Offering bond scenario totaling approximately $37.4 million
• Analysis of USDA Rural Development Loan and Public Private Partnership (P3) options
• Proposed construction of a 31,295 sq. ft. Sheriff's office and 58 parking spaces
• Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a preliminary financing analysis for the next phase of the Law and Justice Center conducted by the Public Finance Group. No formal action was taken on the analysis, as staff will present the report to the full Board of Supervisors.

• Approved minutes of the May 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will review plans to remodel the interior of the Washington Street Courthouse to house the Office of the Public Defender and Conflict Counsel. The commission will also discuss the Jamestown and Main Street Revitalization Project.

• Proposed interior remodel of Washington Street Courthouse (60 N. Washington Street)
• Agreement with Lionakis for construction documents not to exceed $90,300
• Jamestown and Main Street Revitalization Project: tree variety and gateway sign direction
• Reports from Demolition Review, Grant, and Preserve America committees

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone land on Jacksonville Road for potential commercial use. The body will also consider a General Plan amendment and permits for a 37-unit residential development in Twain Harte.

• RZ23-001: Proposal to rezone 5.0± acres at 14660 Jacksonville Road from Commercial Recreation (C-K) to Special Commercial (C-S)
• GPA21-005: Proposed General Plan amendment to change 8.56± acres at 18711 Tiffeni Drive from General Commercial to Mixed Use
• RZ21-012: Proposal to rezone 8.56± acres at 18711 Tiffeni Drive from C-1:MX to Mixed Use (M-U)
• CUP22-011: Conditional Use Permit for up to 37 residential units at 18711 Tiffeni Drive
• SDP22-007: Site Development Permit for phased housing and commercial space at 18711 Tiffeni Drive

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will review and potentially vote on draft bylaws and an annual report to the Board of Supervisors. The board will also receive a presentation on the county's Emergency Operation Plan and discuss the review process for department contracts.

• Final approval of Draft BHAB Bylaws
• Approval of the BHAB Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Presentation on the Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) by the Office of Emergency Services
• Update on the MHSA 3-Yr Plan regarding Supervisor Brandon's suggestions
• Discussion on the reviewing process of Behavioral Health Department contracts

The Board approved the July 12, 2023, meeting minutes and recommended the reappointment of member Valerie Shuemake to the Board of Supervisors. Members reviewed a draft Emergency Operations Plan and a second draft of the board's annual report.

• Approved July 12, 2023, Draft Minutes (6-0)
• Recommended Valerie Shuemake for reappointment to the Board of Supervisors

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resource Committee meeting scheduled for August 02, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 06, 2023.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee will receive reports from several fire districts and staff. Members will discuss fire insurance and current state initiatives. The meeting also includes updates from communication, governance, and emergency planning workgroups.

• Presentations from Twain Harte Fire/Strawberry Fire Districts, Jamestown Fire, and Mi-Wuk Supar Pine District
• Discussion and review of fire insurance and state initiatives
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

The committee approved the May 24, 2023, meeting minutes and reviewed a $20 million FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for home retrofits. Members discussed draft educational materials for a Hazardous Vegetation Management Ordinance. The Tuolumne Fire Safe Council provided an update on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan update.

• Approved May 24, 2023, minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee on July 19, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2023.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will review updates on the acquisition and development of the Oak Terrace Navigation Center. The body will also discuss progress on safe parking, inclement weather shelters, and transitional and permanent housing programs.

• Office of Emergency Services report on Emergency Operations and Hazard Mitigation plans
• Staff report on Oak Terrace Navigation Center acquisition and development
• Progress report on Safe Parking program plans
• Progress report on Inclement Weather Shelter program plans
• Progress report on Transitional & Permanent Housing program plans

The committee approved the May 11, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on the Oak Terrace property acquisition and the planning phases for safe parking and inclement weather shelters. The committee also discussed the prioritization of transitional and permanent housing programs.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (9-3-2)

Solid Waste Committee

The committee will review franchise collection agreements for Moore Bros Scavenger and Burns Refuse Service. Members will also discuss strategies for ammonia refrigerator disposal and illegal dumping in Tuolumne County.

• Moore Bros Scavenger and Burns Refuse Service Franchise Collection Agreements
• Discussion on illegal dumping in Tuolumne County
• Ammonia refrigerator disposal
• E-cigarette disposal
• Green Waste Dollar Dump Days

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding state support for the opioid crisis. The body will also consider approving draft bylaws and review the draft annual report to the Board of Supervisors.

• Recommendation to Board of Supervisors on state support for the opioid crisis
• Approval of draft Behavioral Health Advisory Board Bylaws
• Discussion of draft Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Update on the Tuolumne County Innovation Grant from MHSOAC
• Update on the development of Care Court in Tuolumne County

The Board approved the June 7, 2023, meeting minutes and updated its bylaws with specific edits to naming and training acronyms. Members established an ad-hoc committee to research the opioid crisis and scheduled a site visit to the department's clinic.

• Approved June 7, 2023, Draft Minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Behavioral Health Advisory Board Bylaws with edits to Article 1 and Article 5 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled site visit to clinic at 105 Hospital Rd., Sonora for July 17, 2023
• Created Ad-hoc Committee to gather information on the opioid crisis for future Board of Supervisors recommendations

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to review reports and discuss the activities of various work groups. The body will consider a list of suggested tasks for executive, outreach, education, legislative, transportation, and liaison groups.

• Discussion of suggested work group activities including community surveys and resource binder updates
• Review of the Treasurer's Report
• Approval of May 8 meeting minutes
• Guest presentation by Dore Bietz

The Committee on Aging approved the minutes from the July 10th meeting. The committee established focus areas for the upcoming year, including a centenarian event and the production of informational brochures.

• Approved July 10th meeting minutes (12-0)

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission is meeting to consider adopting a final budget of $75,815 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The commission will also receive an update on the Tuolumne Community Services District Consolidation Project.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget of $75,815
• Proposed travel and training budget of $16,350
• Proposed personnel and consultant costs of $58,000
• Update on Tuolumne Community Services District Consolidation Project

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission for July 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2023.

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resource Committee meeting scheduled for July 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2023.

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The special meeting of the Historic Preservation Review Commission scheduled for July 3, 2023, has been cancelled.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will review educational materials for a draft Hazardous Vegetation Management Ordinance. The body will also receive a staff report on a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Home Hardening Grant Award and presentations from fire services.

• Review of Draft Hazardous Vegetation Management Ordinance educational materials
• Staff report on FEMA Hazard Mitigation Home Hardening Grant Award
• Fire services presentations from Tuolumne Rancheria and Twain Harte Fire/Strawberry Fire Districts
• Updates from Communication and Education Outreach, Governance, and Emergency Planning workgroups

The committee approved the minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on a $10 million USDA grant for defensible space and the ongoing update of the County Emergency Operations Plan.

• Approved minutes from 4/26/2023 (unanimous with 1 abstention)

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 21, 2023, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 5, 2023.

Solid Waste Committee

The Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for June 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to discuss work group activities, including priorities and upcoming events. The body will also address membership recruiting and the planning of a Centenarian Honors Event.

• Discussion of Work Group activities including legislation, transportation, and education
• Planning for a Centenarian Honors Event tentatively scheduled for October
• Discussion on a Community Senior Survey regarding concerns and COA awareness
• Review of membership recruiting and Board of Supervisors recommendations
• Guest presentation by Dore Bietz

The Committee on Aging approved the minutes from the June 12th meeting. Members agreed to hold small work group meetings between regular sessions to begin various projects. No new business was introduced.

• Approved June 12th meeting minutes (12-0)
• Agreed to hold small work group meetings between COA meetings

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission is meeting to discuss adopting a draft budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The body will also consider approving its work program, which includes municipal service reviews and potential district mergers.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget of $75,815
• Proposed travel and training budget of $16,350
• Municipal Service Reviews for Tuolumne Sanitary District, Tuolumne Park and Recreation District, and TUD
• Discussion of forming a Community Services District to merge special districts in Tuolumne
• Review of potential annexation for housing into Groveland CSD

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will determine if five properties are in non-compliance with their Williamson Act contracts. The committee is requested to initiate non-renewals for contracts that fail to meet requirements regarding agricultural operations, parcel size, or reporting.

• Proposed non-renewal of Contract 05WA-062 (Young) at 18549 Omega Mine Rd
• Proposed non-renewal of Contract 05WA-108 (Long) at 25805 Powell Ranch Rd
• Proposed non-renewal of Contract 05WA-153 (Barendregt) at 20001 Jamestown Rd
• Proposed non-renewal of Contract 05WA-188 (Perry) at 13790 Sims Rd
• Proposed non-renewal of Contract WA06-001 (Jones) at 15665 Big Hill Rd

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposed zone change for a 25.06-acre parcel in Sonora to facilitate a lot line adjustment. Staff recommends approval of the change to ensure the remaining acreage meets minimum parcel requirements.

• Zone Change RZ23-002: Rezone APN 033-160-064 from AE-37:MX:AIR to A-20:MX:AIR
• Proposed lot line adjustment to move 1 acre from APN 033-160-064 to APN 033-490-033
• Discussion on TCPC procedures, roles, and responsibilities
• Report from the Agricultural Advisory Committee Representative

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The regular meeting of the Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee scheduled for June 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2023.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board is conducting a public hearing on the Mental Health Services Act 3-Year Program & Expenditure Plan for FY 23-26. The board will also discuss the creation of an Annual Report Ad Hoc Committee.

• Public hearing on Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 3-Year Program & Expenditure Plan for FY 23-26
• Recommendation of Terri Garcia and Cathie Peacock for appointment to the Board
• Discussion to create Annual Report Ad Hoc Committee
• Presentation by District Attorney Cassandra Jenecke on Drug court, Diversion Program and Felony First

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the recommendation of two new applicants for appointment to the Board. Members also reviewed the draft MHSA 3-Year Program and Expenditure Plan for FY 23-26 and formed an ad hoc committee for the annual report to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved Draft Minutes of the May 3, 2023, Meeting (4-0)
• Recommended Terri Garcia and Cathie Peacock for appointment to the BHAB (4-0)
• Created an Ad Hoc committee consisting of Mary Anne Schmidt and Elizabeth Marum to prepare the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will receive updates from partner agencies including the USFS and CalFire. Members will discuss a letter regarding AB 625 and available resources for fire hazard clean-up.

• Discussion of letter on AB 625 – Forest Biomass Waste Utilization Program
• Discussion regarding fire hazard clean-up and available resources
• Updates from USFS, CalFire, and TUD

The committee approved the minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting. Members discussed reforestation funding, road closures, and fire hazard clean-up, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Removed open carry on county roads item from agenda

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The Veterans Committee is meeting to discuss housing for veterans and the county emergency operations and hazard mitigation plans. The body will review the status of facility projects and discuss future improvements to veterans halls.

• Housing for Veterans CDD/HA discussion
• Tuolumne County Emergency Operations Plan/Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Status review of Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall projects
• Discussion of future Veterans Hall improvements
• Planning for a 2026 sesquicentennial idea

The committee approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. Members discussed facility projects, including the legality of loitering signs and potential soundproofing for Tuolumne Hall. The Veterans Service Officer provided updates on National Vietnam War Veterans Day and Burn Pit registration.

• Approved December 7, 2022 minutes

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The special meeting scheduled for June 5, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum was not reached.

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission for June 1, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and discuss the USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant. The session includes reports from fire services and updates from three working groups.

• Emergency Operations Plan Update
• USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

The committee approved the minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on fire district operations, grant management for home hardening and roadside brushing, and updates on emergency outreach signage.

• Approved minutes from 2/22/2023 (unanimous with 1 abstention)

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will review three land use applications near the Columbia and Pine Mountain Lake airports. These include two building permits for residential structures and one request for a zone change on a 25.06± acre parcel.

• Building permit B2023-00478 for a 1,536 sq ft home at 22801 Chili Gulch Road, Columbia
• Zone Change RZ23-002 to rezone portions of APN 033-160-064 to General Agricultural and Single Family Residential
• Building permit B2022-02445 for a 4,200 sq ft hangar and 1,500 sq ft home at 20934 Woodside Way, Groveland

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for May 17, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2023.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2023.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will meet to review the role of the advisory group and receive updates on community input forums. Staff will report on the progress of the proposed Navigation Center and responses to community questions.

• Staff update and discussion on the proposed Navigation Center
• Review of committee roles and responsibilities as an advisory group
• Progress report on the development of community input forums
• Reports from Tuolumne County service providers

The committee approved the minutes from the April 6, 2023 meeting. Members agreed to table the Community Input Forums project until the fall to align with Homelessness Awareness Month. Staff provided updates on the proposed Navigation Center and collected public testimony regarding its location.

• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Community Input Forums project until fall
• Tabled Committee Member Reports & Discussion to next meeting

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will meet to review reports on hazardous waste events and grants. The body will discuss illegal dumping in Tuolumne County, treated wood waste resources, and green waste vouchers.

• May 20 Household Hazardous Waste Event
• SB1383 Grant
• Clean California Grant update
• Discussion on illegal dumping in Tuolumne County
• Discussion on treated wood waste resources and green waste vouchers

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to discuss current senior issues from January to April and potential research for workgroups. The body will also review membership recruitment and the roster following a resignation. Discussion includes a tentative Centenarian Honors Event for October and a community senior survey.

• Review of changes made to Policy Advisory Committees
• Discussion of current senior issues (January – April)
• Planning for Centenarian Honors Event in October
• Proposal for a Community Senior Survey
• Resignation of Carlton Penwell (4/30/23)

The committee held a procedural meeting to discuss membership recruitment and the organization of workgroups. No formal votes were taken or substantive policy decisions made during the session.

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission for May 4, 2023, has been cancelled.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss the open comment period for the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) 3-Year Plan for FY '23-26. The body will also review board bylaws and site visitation protocols.

• Discussion of MHSA 3-Year Plan FY '23-26 open comment period
• Review of Bylaws summary
• Discussion of Site Visitations Protocol
• Discussion of BHAB member application on the YES Partnership
• Approval of April 5, 2023, meeting minutes

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board unanimously approved a Site Visit Protocol for reviewing county mental health facilities, with the Enrichment Center as the first site. The board also created an ad hoc committee to revise bylaws and voted to have a member apply for the YES Partnership. No public comments were received, and the consent agenda (approving prior minutes) passed unanimously.

• Approved Site Visit Protocol for mental health facility reviews (7-0)
• Created ad hoc committee to revise BHAB bylaws (7-0)
• Approved having a BHAB member apply for YES Partnership membership (7-0)
• Approved draft minutes of April 5, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will discuss a draft letter to the legislature regarding wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan. The body will also address a Forest Service lawsuit concerning wildfire retardant and fire hazard clean-up.

• Approval of draft letter to legislature on wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of Forest Service lawsuit regarding wildfire retardant use
• Discussion of fire hazard clean-up next steps
• Update on open carry on County roads within public lands

The Natural Resource Committee approved sending a comment letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding the California Spotted Owl ESA listing, with added language for stronger data. The committee also discussed a draft letter on wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan but did not approve it, asking staff to rework the draft. No final decisions were made on other agenda items.

• Approved sending comment letter on California Spotted Owl ESA listing with stronger language (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not approve draft letter on wildfire emissions in Climate Action Plan; staff to rework
• Approved minutes of February 1, 2023 meeting with correction (unanimous)

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2023.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review an update to the Tuolumne Transit Evacuation Plan. The session includes reports from fire services in Groveland, Jamestown, and Mi-Wuk, as well as updates from emergency planning and governance workgroups.

• Tuolumne Transit Evacuation Plan update
• Fire Services presentations from Groveland, Jamestown, and Mi-Wuk Fire
• Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
• Governance workgroup update
• Emergency Planning workgroup update

The committee approved the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations from Columbia Fire and Cal Fire TCU and discussed drafting a recommendation letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding Cal Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

• Approved minutes from 1/25/2023 (unanimous, 1 abstention)

Fish and Wildlife Preservation Fund Advisory Committee

The Fish and Wildlife Preservation Fund Advisory Committee will discuss the current available fund balance. The committee will also review previously approved purchase items for the California Department of Wildlife and consider adding new purchase items.

• Review of approved purchases for the California Department of Wildlife
• Consideration of new purchase items
• Discussion of available fund balance

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee is meeting to consider first-time homebuyer assistance for two properties. The body will also review the minutes from the February 15, 2023, meeting.

• Assistance up to $87,000 for a Habitat home at 22252 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora, CA 95370
• Assistance up to $41,000 for a Habitat home at 22256 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora, CA 95370

Solid Waste Committee

The Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for April 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2023.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is reviewing changes to the leadership structure of Policy Advisory Committees, which replaces officer positions with a Board of Supervisors member as Chair. The body is also discussing proposed activities for work groups focused on outreach, education, legislation, and transportation.

• Review of changes to Policy Advisory Committee leadership and staff support
• Proposed community senior survey regarding concerns and COA awareness
• Discussion of work group activities for transportation, education, and legislation
• Membership update and recruiting
• Review of the committee's budget management procedures

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for April 10, 2023, was cancelled.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will discuss whether to recommend the acquisition of 20420 Rafferty Court in Soulsbyville for a Navigation Center. The body will also receive progress reports on an inclement weather shelter plan and community input forums.

• Potential acquisition of 20420 Rafferty Court in Soulsbyville for a Navigation Center
• Update on the development of an inclement weather shelter plan
• Update on the development of community input forums
• Service provider reports on organizational needs

The Homelessness Committee voted against recommending the acquisition of real property for use as a navigation center. The committee requested more information regarding facility operations. Several other agenda items, including the inclement weather plan, were tabled.

• Approved minutes of March 9 and March 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Denied recommendation to Board of Supervisors for potential real property acquisition for a navigation center (5-6-1)
• Tabled inclement weather plan update and discussion
• Tabled community input forums update and discussion
• Tabled service provider reports and discussion
• Tabled committee member reports and discussion

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission for April 6, 2023, has been cancelled.

Natural Resources Committee

The committee is reviewing draft letters to the legislature regarding wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan and the California Spotted Owl ESA listing. Members will also consider a resolution supporting a Cooperative Land Management degree program at Columbia College.

• Draft comment letter to legislature on wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan
• Draft comment letter regarding California Spotted Owl ESA listing as threatened
• Draft Resolution supporting Columbia College BS Cooperative Land Management degree program
• Update on open carry on County roads within public lands
• Application process to fill an At Large member vacancy

The Committee established its 2023 priorities focusing on the Farm Bill, academic partnerships, and grazing. It also approved a resolution to be sent to the full board regarding Columbia College programs for forest health jobs.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 NRC goals and priorities including Farm Bill support, academic pathways, and grazing (5-0)
• Approved resolution to board regarding Columbia College degree/certificate programs (5-0)
• Tabled drought declaration discussion

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will receive staff reports on the county's Substance Use Disorder program and suicide data. The Director will also discuss the modernization of California’s behavioral health system and mental health housing.

• Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Program report
• Tuolumne County Suicide Data Report
• Discussion on California’s Behavioral Health System modernization and mental health housing
• Approval of Feb. 1, 2023 draft minutes
• Approval of assignments to community meetings

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board approved the February 2, 2023, meeting minutes and member assignments to community meetings. The board received reports on substance use disorder programs and county suicide data. Members discussed a resignation and upcoming agenda items including CARE Court and the Mental Health Services Act 3 Yr. Plan.

• Approved February 2, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved BHAB Member Assignments to Community Meetings (6-0)
• Recommended forwarding Heather Farris's resignation to the Board of Supervisors

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission will review three requests for General Plan amendments and corresponding zone changes for parcels in Twain Harte, Jamestown, and Sonora. The commission will also elect its officers and a representative for the Agricultural Advisory Committee.

• General Plan Amendment GPA22-006 and Zone Change RZ22-011 for parcels at 19460 Middle Camp Sugar Pine Road and South Fork Road in Twain Harte
• General Plan Amendment GPA22-002 and Zone Change RZ22-008 for a parcel at 10144 Bell Mooney Road in Jamestown
• General Plan Amendment GPA22-003 and Zone Change RZ22-009 for a parcel at 18258 Old Wards Ferry Road in Sonora
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Agricultural Advisory Committee Representative

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Commission will review proposals to rehabilitate the Historic Yaney Street Courthouse at 45 Yaney Street into a county government service building. The discussion focuses on the placement of a legally required elevator and secondary staircase to allow the Board of Supervisors chambers to return to the third floor.

• Presentation on future use and elevator/staircase location for the Historic Yaney Street Courthouse
• Vote on the removal of members Chuck LaKamp and Krystalyn Hodson due to unexcused absences
• Demolition Review Committee report
• Grant Committee report
• Preserve America Committee report

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee is discussing a draft letter to the Board of Forestry regarding proposed changes to Fire Severity Zones. The committee will also receive updates on the Tuolumne Transit Evacuation Plan and a presentation from the MiWuk Sugar Pine Fire District.

• Draft letter to Board of Forestry on proposed Fire Severity Zone changes
• Tuolumne Transit Evacuation Plan update
• MiWuk Sugar Pine Fire District presentation
• Committee applications and staggering of terms
• Updates from Communication and Education Outreach, Governance, and Emergency Planning workgroups

The committee approved the minutes from the January 25, 2023, meeting. Members heard presentations from Columbia Fire and Cal Fire TCU and discussed drafting a recommendation letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding Cal Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

• Approved 1/25/2023 minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will review a presentation on the Homeless Housing Program document to provide input on the program model. Members may consider a motion to communicate support for the program to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes a report on Board-approved priority projects for homeless services.

• Consideration of support for the Homeless Housing Program to be sent to the Board of Supervisors
• Report and discussion on Homeless Services Board-approved priority projects

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee reviewed and approved the Tuolumne County Homeless Housing Program document. The program will now be submitted to the Board of Supervisors for further action.

• Approved Tuolumne County Homeless Housing Program for submission to the Board of Supervisors (unanimous, 1 abstention)

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The Veterans Committee is meeting to review the status of facility projects at the Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall. The body will also receive a report from the Veterans Service Officer regarding National Vietnam War Veterans Day and burn pit registration.

• Review of facility projects at Sonora Veterans Hall
• Review of facility projects at Tuolumne Memorial Hall
• Report on National Vietnam War Veterans Day activities
• Information on Burn Pit registration for Gulf and OER/OIF veterans
• Announcement of spouse information day on March 29 at Sonora Memorial Hall

The committee approved the minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed facility project statuses for the Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall and received a report on Veterans Service Officer staffing.

• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 15, 2023, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 19, 2023.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to review 2023 goal setting and membership. The body will also discuss proposed changes to committee procedures and utility issues regarding a mobile home park.

• 2023 goal setting status
• Proposed county changes to committee procedures
• Mobile home park utility issue
• Discussion on returning to in-person meetings
• Approval of January 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for March 13, 2023, was cancelled. No other items were discussed or decided.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will hear a presentation from Mother Lode Job Training and discuss priority projects for homeless services. Members will also discuss recruitment for work groups focused on inclement weather planning and community input forums.

• Presentation and discussion from Mother Lode Job Training
• Discussion on Tuolumne County Homeless Services Board-approved priority projects
• Inclement weather plan discussion and work group recruitment
• Community input forums discussion and work group recruitment
• Service provider reports on organizational needs and work

The committee approved the February 9, 2023, meeting minutes and established two volunteer workgroups to develop an inclement weather plan and a public input process for housing. Members also discussed the status of safe parking and navigation centers.

• Approved February 9, 2023, meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Formed inclement weather plan workgroup consisting of Colette Such, Shelley Muniz, Jennifer Salazar, and Cathie Peacock
• Formed public input process workgroup consisting of LeeAnn Hatton, Andy Merrill, Dana Butow, Tom Crosby, and Shelley Muniz
• Agreed to move April meeting to Thursday, April 6 at 1 p.m.

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2023.

Fish and Wildlife Preservation Fund Advisory Committee

The Fish and Game Preservation Fund Advisory Committee will review trust account activity and discuss expenditures for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The body will also consider reappointments and a current vacancy for the committee.

• Approval of expenditures for fiscal year 2023-24
• Discussion of committee reappointments and one open vacancy
• Review of trust account activity
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 15, 2019

The committee approved funding up to $39,543 to maintain the contract for a wildlife services specialist from the USDA's Wildlife Services Division for the current fiscal year. This funding is pending contributions from other agencies.

• Approved minutes from May 30, 2018 meeting (5-0)
• Approved funding up to $39,543 for USDA wildlife specialist services contract (5-0)

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission for March 2, 2023, has been cancelled.

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The committee will review the status of facility projects for the Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall. The meeting includes reports on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, burn pit registration, and an upcoming spouse information day.

• Review of facility projects for Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall
• Discussion of National Vietnam War Veterans Day activities
• Burn Pit registration for Gulf and OER/OIF veterans
• Spouse information day scheduled for March 29 at Sonora Memorial Hall

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The Board of Supervisors Veterans Committee meeting scheduled for March 1, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a snow day called by the County Administrator for unsafe weather conditions.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The meeting scheduled for March 1, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda originally included reports on the Substance Use Disorder Program and a screening of "Hiding in Plain Sight."

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will review 2023 goals and receive presentations from Cal Fire TCU and Columbia Fire. The body will discuss proposed changes to Cal Fire Fire Hazard Severity Zones and consider approving a draft comment letter for the Board of Supervisors.

• Proposed changes to Cal Fire Fire Hazard Severity Zones
• Draft comment letter recommendation to the Board of Supervisors
• Presentations from Cal Fire TCU and Columbia Fire
• Staff report on committee handbook changes, term staggering, and application process

The committee approved the minutes from November 21, 2022. Members reviewed proposed 2023 goals regarding education, governance, and emergency planning, and discussed updates to the Board of Supervisors Committees and Commissions Handbook.

• Approved minutes from 11/21/2022 (unanimous)

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee is meeting to consider the approval of two first-time homebuyer assistance loans for Habitat homes in Sonora. The body will also review and approve the CalHOME first-time homebuyer program guidelines.

• Proposed loan not to exceed $81,000 for a Habitat home at 22252 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora, CA 95370
• Proposed loan not to exceed $30,000 for a Habitat home at 22256 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora, CA 95370
• Review and approval of CalHOME first-time homebuyer program guidelines
• Update on the status of the HCD HOME program

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission is seeking direction on modifying term lengths and establishing a process for filling mid-term vacancies for Special District Member seats. Staff recommends specific term lengths for the At Large and Focused seats to resolve existing ambiguities in Resolution 297.

• Proposed four-year term for the Special District At Large seat
• Proposed two-year term for the Special District Focused seat
• Proposed rotation of the Focused seat to Groveland Community Services District in May 2023
• Proposed vacancy filling process via the Independent Special District Selection Committee for At Large seats

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will hear a presentation from the Community Development Department and a report on board-approved priority projects. Members and service providers will also provide updates on their respective organizational needs and work.

• Presentation and discussion from Tuolumne County Community Development Department
• Report on Tuolumne County Homeless Services Board-approved priority projects
• Service provider reports on organizational work and needs
• Round table reports and discussion from committee members

The committee approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of presentations from the Community Development Department and reports from various local service providers regarding housing and outreach efforts.

• Approved January 12, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for February 9, 2023, has been cancelled.

Solid Waste Committee

The Committee will review updates on the Big Oak Flat site and the Clean California Grant. Members will also discuss the process for handling illegal dumping and establish procedures for future remote meetings.

• Update on the Clean California Grant ($129,000 allocated)
• Discussion on the process for illegal dumping
• Update on Big Oak Flat Transfer Station
• Procedure for future remote BOSSWC meetings
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a building permit for a hangar and attached residence. The body will determine if the proposal is consistent with the Tuolumne County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Public hearing for Building Permit B2022-02369: 4,200 sq ft hangar and 1,200 sq ft dwelling at 21120 Ferretti Road, Groveland
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of December 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to assign community committees for members and discuss a March 2023 volunteer fair. The meeting includes reports on board recruitment, site visit planning, and a presentation from the Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools.

• Community Committee Assignments for Behavioral Health Advisory Board Members
• Planning for March 2023 Volunteer Fair
• Event planning for Ken Burns screening of 'Hiding in Plain Sight'
• Review of DHCS Behavioral Health Information Notice #23-XXXX
• Presentation by Terri Alford, Mental Health Coordinator for Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools

The Board unanimously approved meeting minutes from September and December 2022. Members assigned community meeting roles and coordinated participation for a March 2023 volunteer fair. The Board also postponed a proposed film screening to late April.

• Approved Dec 7, 2022, and Sept 19, 2022, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended forwarding Cynthia Halman's resignation to the Board of Supervisors
• Assigned board members to specific community meetings
• Scheduled participation in March 30 Volunteer Fair at Motherlode Fairgrounds
• Postponed 'Hiding in Plain Sight' film screening until late April

Natural Resources Committee

The committee is meeting to approve its 2023 workplan and discuss draft letters to the legislature regarding wildfire emissions in the Climate Action Plan. The body will also review updates on the Farm Bill and potential academic partnerships for biomass research.

• Approval of committee goals and workplan for 2023
• Discussion and approval of draft letters to the legislature on wildfire emissions
• Review of Columbia College forestry certification program
• Discussion of drought declarations
• Updates on open carry of firearms on county roads within public lands

Board of Supervisors Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is discussing the nomination of the Jamestown Walkway Project as a Rule 20A Utility Underground District. This action aims to secure 4,682,413 remaining work credits to move overhead utilities underground.

• Proposed undergrounding district limits: Willow Street, Fifth Ave, Seco Street & 9th Street, and Seco Street to Preston Lane
• Discussion of 4,682,413 available work credits for the Rule 20A program
• Consideration of minutes from the May 2, 2022 meeting

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the development and approval of its 2023 goals. The agenda also includes updates on risk modeling and fire insurance, as well as proposed changes to the committee handbook and term staggering.

• Development and approval of 2023 Fire Safety Advisory Committee goals
• Risk Modeling Workgroup and Fire Insurance updates
• Proposed changes to committee handbook, term staggering, and application process
• Updates from Communication and Education Outreach, Governance, and Emergency Planning workgroups

The committee established three primary focus areas for 2023: governance, emergency planning, and education and outreach. Members also approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes from 9/28/2022 (unanimous)
• Established 2023 Governance goal: Recommend implementations to qualify as Fire risk reduction communities
• Established 2023 Emergency Planning goals: Improve egress solutions and assist in planning evacuation exercises
• Established 2023 Education and Outreach goals: Improve emergency information for the public and visitor education
• Decided to keep existing meeting dates and times for future sessions

Board of Supervisors Planning Committee

The Board of Supervisors Planning Committee meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2023.

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for January 18, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2023.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will review updates on homeless services priority projects and receive presentations from the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency. Members will also discuss committee rules and receive reports from local service providers.

• Update on committee name and rules
• Presentation and discussion from Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency
• Report on Board-approved priority projects from Homeless Services Coordinator Michael Roberson
• Reports and discussion from homeless service providers
• Round table reports from TCCOH members

The committee approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022, meeting. Members received updates on a name change to the Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee and reviewed reports from housing and service providers. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved December 8, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee

The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for January 12, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for January 11, 2023, has been cancelled.

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for January 9, 2023, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Committee on Aging

The Commission on Aging is meeting to review reports from county officials and committee leads. The body will discuss whether to return to in-person meetings and review the status of current committee membership.

• Guest presentation by Mary Tucker, Manager of Mill Villa Estates
• Discussion on returning to in-person meetings
• Resolution for holding the next meeting on Zoom if needed
• Review of Nominating Committee and member attendance status
• Approval of November 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to assign community committees to board members and discuss a March 2023 volunteer fair. The board will also review reports on substance use disorder services and board membership training.

• Community Committee Assignments for Behavioral Health Advisory Board Members
• March 2023 Volunteer Fair
• Ken Burns screening of "Hiding in Plain Sight"
• Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services report
• Approval of December 7, 2022 and September 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will consider recommending that the Board of Supervisors support legislation to account for wildfire emissions in climate action plan calculations. Members will also discuss the 2023 workplan, committee term limits, and the Stanislaus National Forest Travel Management Plan.

• Proposed draft letter to the legislature regarding wildfire emissions
• Approval of 2023 committee goals and workplan
• USFS presentation on the Stanislaus National Forest Travel Management Plan
• Discussion of committee re-appointments and term limits
• Review of the new approved Committee Handbook

The committee approved the 2023 committee make-up as presented by staff. Members discussed wildfire emissions and the Climate Action Plan, with a draft letter to the legislature planned for a future meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 meeting
• Approved Committee make-up as presented by staff

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for January 2, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.