Colusa County public meetings in 2023
26 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will consider reapproving a project list amendment for the State of Good Repair program. The meeting also includes a request for a 90-day extension on the annual TDA fiscal audit and a contract for senior transportation services.
- Reapproval of amended State of Good Repair List of Projects for FY 2023-24
- Request for a 9/0-day extension for the TDA fiscal and compliance audit
- Contract approval with Chico State Enterprise for $10,000 to transport seniors
- Amendment to include $35,168 for solar array inverter replacement and grid connection
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request from Promotion PlusSign Co., Inc. regarding three signs for a gas service station in Arbuckle. The proposal includes height and size variances for a downtown monument sign, a pole sign, and a highway pole sign. Additionally, the commission will discuss extending the time frame for Use Permit # 21-19.
- Variance for three signs at 716 and 720 5th Street in Arbuckle
- Proposed 12 foot tall downtown monument sign (5 foot maximum permitted)
- Proposed 12 foot tall downtown pole sign (5 foot maximum permitted)
- Proposed 65 foot tall highway pole sign (55 foot and 100 square foot maximum permitted)
- Extension of Use Permit # 21-19 from a 24-month to a 36-month time frame
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will consider a resolution regarding rezoning and amendments for the Blue Heron Ridge project. The proposal seeks to replace 24 aviation home lots with light industrial development and convert 4 single-family lots into open space to reduce residential conflict near flight corridors.
- Rezoning 13.31 acres from R-1 (Single Family) to M-1 (Light Industrial)
- Rezoning 1.725 acres from R-1 (Single Family) to O-S (Open Space)
- General Plan Amendment for Blue Heron Ridge residential project
- Development Agreement Amendment for Blue Heron Ridge
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will meet to approve amendments to the 23/24 Overall Work Plan and a contract for solar inverter replacement. The meeting also includes adopting resolutions for the Title VI Program Plan and the State of Good Repair List of Projects.
- Approve First Amendment to the 23/24 Overall Work Plan (OWP)
- Approve contract with Berry Electric, Inc. for solar inverter replacement and grid connection
- Adopt resolution for updated Colusa County Transit Agency Title VI Program Plan
- Adopt resolution amending State of Good Repair List of Projects for FY 2022-23
- Review $39,500 in Rural Planning Assistance carryover funds
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering a resolution to delegate authority for emergency repairs on County Line Road. The Public Works Department identified a structural failure in the roadway that requires immediate treatment before winter weather arrives.
- Resolution to bypass competitive bidding for County Line Road repairs
- Estimated repair cost of approximately $500,000 from the Road Fund
- Emergency finding regarding structural section failure between Colusa Basin Drain and Browning Road
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will consider an amendment to the 23/24 Overall Work Plan regarding rural planning funds. The Transit Agency will also review a contract for solar inverter replacement and updates to project lists.
- First Amendment to the 23/24 Overall Work Plan (OWP) involving $39,500 in Rural Planning Assistance
- Contract approval with Berry Electric, Inc. for solar inverter replacement and grid connection at Transit
- Resolution to amend a State of Good Repair List of Projects for FY 2022-23
- Resolution adopting the Colusa County Transit Agency updated Title VI Program Plan
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transit Agency is considering resolutions to define 'unmet transit needs' and 'reasonable to meet.' The agency also intends to formally determine there were no unmet public transportation needs for fiscal year 2022/23.
- Adoption of definitions for 'Unmet Transit Needs' and 'Reasonable To Meet'
- Resolution determining no unmet public transportation needs for FY 2022/23
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will acknowledge receipt of the 2022-2023 Grand Jury Final Report and consider a formal response. The report includes investigations into hangar availability and potential improper storage practices at the airport.
- Acknowledge receipt of the Colusa County 2022-2023 Grand Jury Final Report
- Consider official response to Grand Jury findings due to the Court by mid-October
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a resolution to deny the Janus Solar project's Use Permit and environmental certification. The agenda also includes a proposed rezoning of 20+ acres for industrial use and updates to the zoning code regarding farm supply stores.
- Resolution to deny Use Permit, EIR certification, and Mitigation Monitoring for Janus Solar PV, LLC
- Proposed rezoning of 20+ acres from Agriculture General to Industrial and E-A to M-1
- Zoning Code text amendment (PD-23-30) regarding Farm Supply and Feed Store definitions
- Permitting Farm Supply and Feed Stores within the Forest Residential Zoning District
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Transportation Commission and Transit Agency are holding public hearings to adopt final budgets for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The body will also determine if there are unmet needs for the transit-dependent population and review several transit-related equipment and project authorizations.
- FY 2023-24 Final Budget for Local Transportation, State Transit Assistance, and Local Transportation Planning Funds: $1,484,789
- FY 2023-24 Final Budget for the Transit Agency Fund: $2,054,622
- Authorization for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) Free Fare Days Project
- Approval of plans for Transit Solar Inverter replacement and Grid Connection
- Purchase of an un-budgeted new Inline AFT Exchanger
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The discussion focuses on a lease for a portion of the Colusa County Airport.
- Closed session lease negotiations for Colusa County Airport property at 2917 State Highway 20 with Valley Air Services
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss reports and approve previous minutes. Sitting as the Airport Land Use Commission, the body will consider a resolution regarding the consistency of a proposed pump repair and machine shop building with the County’s Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.
- Proposed 11,000 sq. ft. metal building for Laurel Ag and Water off Davison Drive
- Consistency review of the Laurel Ag and Water project with the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
- Approval of March 6, 2023, meeting minutes
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The body is deciding on the apportionment and distribution of Local Transportation Funds and State Transit Assistance Funds for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. It is also reviewing preliminary budgets for the Transportation Commission and Transit Agency.
- Preliminary budget of $1,484,789 for Local Transportation, State Transit Assistance, and Local Transportation Planning Funds
- Preliminary budget of $2,158,728 for the Transit Agency Fund
- Interconnection Agreement with PG&E for a photovoltaic system with capacity of 1,000kw or less
- Resolution to apportion Local Transportation Funds: City of Williams (26%), City of Colusa (29%), and County of Colusa (45%)
- Allocation of State Transit Assistance funds estimated at $271,767
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transportation Commission and Transit Agency are deciding on the purchase of two new Glaval buses and the allocation of Regional Surface Transportation Program funds. The body will also consider a budget adjustment and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Purchase of two new Glaval Buses from Master’s Transportation Bus Sales for $271,500
- Allocation of $198,835 in FY 2022/2023 Regional Surface Transportation Program Funds
- Distribution of RSTP funds: County of Colusa ($89,476), City of Colusa ($57,662), and City of Williams ($51,697)
- Approval of FY 2022-23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustment No. IB-024
- Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023, and May 2, 2023
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a special workshop to discuss recruitment and retention challenges for County of Colusa staffing. The body is considering shifts in service delivery models to create General Fund budget savings.
- Proposed remote work capabilities and draft Telework Policy
- Proposed benefits parity for vacation and admin leave based on prior public agency experience
- Proposed accelerated salary steps to retain top performers
- Proposed recruitment and retention bonuses using non-general fund dollars
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will consider approving the FY 2023-24 Final Overall Work Plan and a budget adjustment. The body is also deciding on the distribution of FY 2021/2022 Local Transportation Funds and a support letter for City of Williams funding.
- Approval of FY 2023-24 Final Overall Work Plan using $158,000 in Rural Planning Assistance funding
- Distribution of $827,568 in FY 2021/2022 Local Transportation Funds: County of Colusa ($388,957), City of Colusa ($231,719), and City of Williams ($206,892)
- Ratification of a support letter for the City of Williams to program $337,000 of Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA)
- Approval of FY 2022-23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustment No 023
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will consider the FY 2023-24 Overall Work Plan and a budget adjustment. The body will also vote on the distribution of carryover local transportation funds and a support letter for City of Williams funding.
- Distribution of $827,568 in FY 2021/2022 Local Transportation Funds: $388,957 to County of Colusa, $231,719 to City of Colusa, and $206,892 to City of Williams
- Ratification of support for City of Williams to program $337,000 of Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA)
- Approval of FY 2023-24 Final Overall Work Plan (OWP)
- Approval of FY 2022-23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustment No 023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering the continuation of a public hearing regarding the Final Environmental Impact Report and Use Permit for the Janus Solar Project. The body will also consider a time extension for a public storage facility construction.
- Public hearing continuation for Janus Solar Project (Use Permit #20-01) to May 6, 2023
- Proposed one-year time extension to construct public storage facility (UP #20-02)
- Update on the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will meet to approve the annual fiscal and compliance audit for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. The body will also receive reports from transit and transportation officials.
- Approval of FY 2021/2022 Annual Fiscal and Compliance Audit completed by Clifton Larson Allen, LLP
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a workshop to discuss recruitment and retention challenges and potential shifts in the county's service delivery model. The goal is to address a diminished pool of qualified candidates and identify ways to create General Fund budget savings.
- Discussion of a potential comprehensive Recruitment and Retention Program
- Review of staffing summaries from 17 county departments
- Analysis of General Fund revenue shortfalls
- Discussion of 'smaller, smarter agency' service models
- Review of department-specific vacancies, including five Behavioral Health Therapist positions
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will discuss a staff recommendation for the administrative process regarding private party hangar construction on county property. The body will also elect its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair and approve the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Proposed administrative process for private party hangar construction including foundation cost responsibilities and ground lease agreements
- Election of 2023 Airport Advisory Committee Chair
- Election of 2023 Airport Advisory Committee Vice-Chair
- Approval of the 2023 Airport Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule
- Informational update report on the Laurel Ag and Water project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a use permit for a solar and battery storage facility. The body will also elect its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair and approve the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Public hearing for Janus Solar PV, LLC Use Permit 20-01 (PD-3829) for an 80 megawatt facility on approximately 768 acres
- Certification of the Environmental Impact Report for the Janus Solar project
- Election of the 2023 Planning Commission Chair
- Election of the 2023 Planning Commission Vice-Chair
- Approval of the 2023 Planning Commission meeting schedule
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on several county contracts, personnel appointments, and budget adjustments. The body will also discuss the designation of authority for Alcoholic Beverage Control license determinations.
- Purchase of workstations and office furnishings for Health and Human Services at 321 5th Street for $63,467.85
- Purchase of a Dell PowerEdge T550 Server for $17,209.04
- Purchase of two PowerVault LTO 7 External Tape Drives for $12,635.40
- Contract with Pacific Polymers, Inc. for re-roofing the Plaza Building at 220 12th Street
- Proposed FY22/23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustments IB010, IB017, IB028, and IB020
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Colusa County Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will meet to accept the FY 2023-24 Draft Overall Work Plan. This plan outlines projected planning activities and resources for regional transportation planning based on local agency general plans.
- Acceptance of FY 2023-24 Draft Overall Work Plan (OWP)
- $158,000 in Rural Planning Assistance available to CCTC
- Approval of January 31, 2023 meeting minutes
Transportation Commission and Transit Agency
The Transportation Commission and Transit Agency will hold elections for its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair. The body is also deciding on two budget adjustments for FY 2022-23 and an updated Title VI Program to ensure non-discrimination in bus system participation.
- Approval of Updated Colusa County Transit Agency Title VI Program
- FY 2022-23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustment No. 009
- FY 2022-23 Revenue and Appropriations Inter-Budget Adjustment No. 008
- Election of 2023 Transportation Commission and Transit Agency Chair
- Election of 2023 Transportation Commission and Transit Agency Vice-Chair
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance for Thomas Harris to create a 36.1+ acre parcel, which is below the 40-acre minimum for the Exclusive Agriculture (E-A) zone. The body will also receive an informational report regarding a solar system installation at a nonconforming single-family residence.
- Public hearing for Variance PD-22-35 to allow a 36.1+ acre parcel via lot line adjustment on Norman Road
- Informational report on solar system installation for a nonconforming single-family residential use
- Approval of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes