Lassen County public meetings in 2020
15 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will meet to ratify a local emergency proclamation regarding the Doyle fire. The agenda also includes appointing nominees to certain special district boards and school districts. Additionally, the Board will receive a report on COVID-19 tier assignments.
- Ratification of a Proclamation of Local Emergency regarding the Doyle fire
- Appointment of nominees to Special District Boards and School Districts
- COVID-19 report regarding Blueprint for a Safer Economy tier assignment
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding litigation exposure
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to abandon a segment of Johnson Road. They will also discuss an ordinance for expedited electric vehicle charging station permitting. Additionally, the board will review recommendations regarding compensation for gray wolf damages.
- Resolution to abandon/vacate a segment of Johnson Road (County Road 220)
- Introduction of an ordinance for expedited electric vehicle charging station permitting
- Resolution recommending compensation for damages caused by protected gray wolves
- Budget allocation increases of $7,000 and $2,000 for specific funds
- Notice of Interest for FEMA funding related to the Sheep Fire
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will consider ratifying a local health emergency declaration related to the Sheep Fire. They will also discuss authorizing an application for the Transitional Housing Program and reviewing proposed changes to meeting location rules.
- Ratification of Local Health Emergency declaration (Sheep Fire)
- Authorization for Transitional Housing Program grant application
- Amendment to Rules of Notice and Procedure regarding meeting locations
- Closed session discussion regarding litigation exposure
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will review closed session matters regarding litigation and liability claims. The agenda also includes several agreements related to public health, probation, and law enforcement.
- $213,915 agreement for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
- $37,000 revenue agreement for Truancy Reduction Program MOU
- Resolution for Boating Safety and Enforcement Grant Agreement
- Agreement with CA Dept of Social Services for EDD wage data
- Closed session regarding litigation and liability claims
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will consider a contract with Frontier Communications to provide internet services in Westwood, Herlong, and Big Valley. The meeting also includes a proposal to update the General Plan Safety Element and a notice of completion for a road rehabilitation project.
- $392,256 contract with Frontier Communications for Behavioral Health internet services
- $58,200 contract with Dudek, Inc. to update the General Plan Safety Element
- Notice of Completion for Center Road, CR215 Rehab project ($2,148,603.91)
- CDPH grant agreement for AIDS drug and PrEP assistance programs
- Amended Parcel Map No. 2005-046 for Leiding and DeForest properties
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will consider adopting partial road budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. They will also hold a public hearing on rezoning 560 acres at Upper Stevens Meadow to a Timber Production Zone. Additionally, officials will receive a presentation on mountain lion and wolf management policies.
- Public hearing for rezoning 560 acres at Upper Stevens Meadow to Timber Production Zone
- Adoption of partial road budget with $8,585,000 in construction fund revenues
- MOU with Tehama County for juvenile hall at a daily rate of $150
- Contract amendment for legal services from Prentice Long, LLC at $7,200 per month
- Travel authorization for Probation Officer training costing approximately $5,677
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors is considering a resolution to approve conditions for receiving funds from the State of California under the Budget Act of 2020. This includes authorizing the County Administrative Officer to sign certifications related to COVID-19 Cares Act funding.
- Resolution approving conditions for receipt of funds from the State of California under the Budget Act of 2020
- Authorization for the County Administrative Officer to sign associated certifications for COVID-19 Cares Act funding
Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The District will hold a public hearing to adopt its $30,000 budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. The meeting also includes an organizational session to elect a Chairman and discussions regarding service contracts. Additionally, the board will review grant funding for groundwater sustainability planning.
- Public hearing and adoption of the $30,000 budget for fiscal year 2020-2021
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 25, 2019
- Discussion regarding contracting for District services
- Report on grant funding for Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan outreach and data formatting
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts and budget appropriations. This includes a $410,000 transfer for the transportation commission and various health service agreements. The meeting also covers sheriff's department equipment purchases and supervisor discretionary spending.
- $410,000 budget appropriation and transfer for Lassen County Transportation Commission
- $30,551.19 purchase of an Off Highway Vehicle for the Sheriff’s Department
- $30,620 software purchase and maintenance agreement with Tyler Technologies
- Estimated $50,000 in side letter agreements regarding employee vacation balances
- Agreements with FEiSystems, Partnership HealthCare of California, and DHCS
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and service agreements. The agenda includes a bid award for the Center Road construction project and a contract for historic courthouse renovations. The Board will also address labor negotiations and new public camera policies.
- Bid award for Center Road SB-1 Rehab Construction Project up to $2,079,979
- Agreement with Lionakis for historic courthouse renovation services ($373,825)
- Annual payment of $30,183.60 for NorCal EMS agreement modification
- Adoption of Public Cameras and Centralized Video System Policy
- Side letter agreements regarding employee vacation balances (estimated $22,000)
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider a letter in support of the Lassen County Health Officer's COVID-19 variance attestation. The agenda also includes agenda approval and public comments.
- Approval of a letter supporting the Health Officer's COVID-19 variance attestation
- Authorization for the Chairman to sign the letter
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will discuss potential ordinance changes regarding commercial cannabis cultivation. The meeting also includes reviewing appointments for the Planning Commission and Waterworks District 1. Additionally, the Board will consider departmental agreements and financial aid applications.
- Authorization to exceed $25,000 spending limit with Motorola Solutions, Inc.
- Financial aid application potentially providing $45,640 for Boating Patrol Services.
- Appointment of a new Planning Commission District #5 member.
- Amendment to agreement with GrandCare Systems, LLC for Behavioral Health.
- Discussion on possible ordinance change regarding Commercial Cannabis Cultivation.
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will receive staff reports regarding homelessness in Lassen County. Reports are expected from Health and Social Services, the Sheriff/District Attorney, and the County Administrative Officer. The meeting includes public comment and board discussion.
- Receipt of staff reports on homelessness from various county departments
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance to regulate the placement and color of cargo containers in certain districts. The agenda also includes reviewing wastewater treatment programs and a carnival agreement.
- Proposed ordinance for cargo container placement and color requirements
- One-year carnival agreement with Wold Amusements Inc. guaranteeing $50,000 in revenue
- Amendment to Partnership HealthPlan of California for Drug Medi-Cal services
- Approval of the Draft Local Area Management Program for wastewater treatment systems
- Salary range increase for specific positions within the Solid Waste Fund
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The session also includes making annual appointments for 2020 county committees and commissions. Additionally, the Board will consider several contract approvals and grant acceptances.
- ECORP Consulting, Inc. agreement for Whitehead Slough Bridge ($108,354)
- Diesel Emissions Service purchase authorization up to $50,000
- $95,000 pledge of revenue for Gravier Pit financial assurance
- Acceptance of a $54,905 Off-Highway grant for the Sheriff's Department
- Repair of a 1996 International snow plow truck up to $35,000