Lassen County public meetings in 2021
21 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review a new redistricting plan and an update to the 1989 Noise Element. Other items include a $350,000 vaccine awareness contract and a $1,989,989 road paving project.
- $1,989,989 contract award for Punkin Center Road CR 417 asphalt overlay
- $350,000 subcontract with Public Health Institute for COVID-19 vaccine awareness
- Resolution adopting a Redistricting Plan for Lassen County
- Correction to motor grader bid award of $342,342
- Review of local emergency proclamations for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021 redistricting and remapping of supervisorial districts. The agenda also includes labor negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association and potential re-appointments to the Milford Fire Protection District. Additionally, the Board will consider a purchase for jail security lighting.
- Public hearing on 2021 supervisorial redistricting and remapping process
- Approval of $39,865.98 for inmate area security lighting in the county jail
- Re-appointment consideration for Sandy Jansen, Colleen Snook, and Irene Doyle to Milford Fire Protection District
- Resolution authorizing staff to obtain FEMA, DHS, and Cal OES financial assistance
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider contract awards for a new motor grader and a generator replacement project. The meeting also includes a request to refund building permit fees and a review of local emergency resolutions. Additionally, the Board will receive personnel and prison trial cost reports.
- Bid award for one Caterpillar Motor Grader to Cashman Equipment Company for $337,837.50
- Contract award for Sheriff Administration Building Generator Replacement Project up to $175,028
- Request by Michael Frederick to refund $20,097.20 of Building Permit# 2021-018
- Review of local emergency resolutions for Beckwourth, Dixie, and COVID
Board of Supervisors
The Board will meet for closed sessions regarding litigation exposure and labor negotiations with SEIU Local 2015. The agenda also includes service proclamations, employee recognition, and a workforce development update.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 2015
- Service Proclamation for Janice Foster
- 20-year awards for Leslie Easley and Scott Nordstrom
- Alliance for Workforce Development annual update
- Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings to adopt the 2021-2022 county budget and set tax rates. The agenda also includes an urgency ordinance for debris removal following the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires. Additionally, the board will consider budgets for the Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV.
- Adoption of 2021-2022 County Budget with a $38,456,102 appropriations limit
- Urgency ordinance for debris removal on properties damaged by the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires
- Approval of a $50,000 grant for medication-assisted treatment in county jails
- Adoption of 2021-2022 Honey Lake TV budget and user fees
- Travel authorization for Sheriff's Department SWAT training costing approximately $2,897.76
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings to adopt the 2021-2022 Lassen County budget and set an appropriations limit of up to $38,456,102. They will also consider budgets for the Bieber Lighting District and Honey Lake TV service area.
- Adoption of 2021-2022 Lassen County budget with a $38,456,102 appropriations limit
- Approval of 2021/2022 Bieber Lighting District budget of $3,575
- Honey Lake TV 2021/2022 budget and user fees for single and multi-family units
- Bid award for heating oil-diesel #2 to Harbert Oil Company
- Approval of SB-1 road maintenance project list with $2,681,927 in anticipated revenue
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will review local emergency resolutions regarding the Beckwourth Complex Fire and COVID-19. They will also consider ratifying a memorandum of understanding with UPEC and an amendment to a bridge design contract.
- $50,000 increase to Morrison Structures, Inc. contract for bridge design services
- Ratification of MOU between Lassen County and UPEC, Local 792
- Review of Beckwourth Complex Fire and COVID-19 emergency resolutions
- Resolution for the Golden State Connect Authority agreement
- Real property negotiations for APN 123-200-018 and APN 123-020-006
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing on permanent weight limit restrictions for Whitehead Slough Bridge. Members will also receive updates regarding forest restoration following the Dixie Fire and shelter status. Additionally, several service contracts and fee waivers are up for consideration.
- Public hearing for weight limit restrictions on Whitehead Slough Bridge 7C-70
- Probation Department contract with Lassen Interventions not to exceed $150,000
- ECORP Consulting agreement amendment increasing total cost to $153,470
- ECORP Consulting agreement for Rehab B Project in the amount of $38,800
- Fee waiver for Lassen Family Services use of Susanville Veterans Memorial Building
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider recovering administrative penalties via a lien for a nuisance on Marr Road. They will also review emergency resolutions related to COVID-19 and the Sheep Fire. Additionally, the Board will consider an ordinance amending probation fees.
- Public hearing regarding administrative penalties at 739-950 Marr Rd
- Ordinance amending Title 3 of the County Code regarding probation fees
- Appointment of Heather Masotti-Summers to Big Valley Recreation District
- Amendment to the County Purchasing and Contracting Policy
- Travel authorization for training totaling approximately $2,999.88
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct eight public hearings regarding the recovery of administrative penalties for public nuisances. These items involve potential liens against properties in Ravendale, Termo, Bieber, Janesville, and Doyle. The Board will also meet in closed session to discuss litigation and labor negotiations.
- Eight public hearings regarding administrative penalties for public nuisances
- Closed session discussion of Harsh vs. Lassen County litigation
- Labor negotiations with Lassen County Peace Officers Management Assn. (LCPOMA)
- Potential liens on properties including 530-860 Tuledad Road and Marr Road
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the recommended budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The agenda includes allocating Federal Title III funds to the Lassen Fire Safe Council and the Sheriff’s Department. Additionally, the Board will receive an economic impact analysis regarding the California Correctional Center closure.
- Allocation of $59,383 in Federal Title III funding to Lassen Fire Safe Council Inc.
- Allocation of $78,163 and $34,355 in Federal Title III funding to the Lassen County Sheriff’s Department
- Resolution adopting the recommended budget for fiscal year July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
- Economic impact analysis of the California Correctional Center closure
- Agreement with Sierra Vista Hospital for acute psychiatric inpatient care
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a large-scale bridge replacement project and an affordable housing predevelopment agreement. The agenda also includes reviews of COVID-19 emergency proclamations and various departmental appointments.
- $6,955,559 contract award for Hackstaff Road Bridges 7C-12 & 7C-81 Replacement Project
- MOU with Danco Communities for affordable housing predevelopment
- $95,000 annual agreement with Law Office of Jessica Ryan Keeney
- Review of local emergency proclamations regarding COVID-19
- Application for a $200,000 Off Highway Vehicle Grant
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will discuss potential amendments to Title 18 of the Lassen County Code regarding commercial cannabis cultivation. The meeting aims to provide direction to staff on this matter. Adoption of an ordinance may result in future implementation and environmental review costs.
- Discussion of possible amendments to Title 18 of the Lassen County Code regarding commercial cannabis cultivation
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive a report from CDCR officials regarding the closure of the California Correctional Center. The agenda also includes discussions on enforcement actions for an event in Janesville and a demand letter to LMUD concerning power line removal.
- Report on the closure of the California Correctional Center
- Potential enforcement actions for 'The Great Awakening' event at 465-565 Elysian Valley Road
- Demand letter to LMUD regarding Hayden Hill Power Line removal compliance
- Resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month
- Service awards for the Road, Sheriff, and Court departments
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several items including road funding, the status of various fire emergencies, and appointments to advisory councils. The agenda also includes a five-year carnival agreement for the county fair and support for a broadband project. Additionally, the board will review federal project reimbursements for law enforcement and fire safety.
- $473,285 in state and federal funds for county roads
- Five-year carnival agreement with $50,000 minimum guaranteed revenue
- $103,800 expenditure for Hackstaff Bridges habitat mitigation
- Termination of local emergency declarations for Gold, Hog, Laura, and Laura 2 fires
- Support for Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications' broadband project
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review the fiscal year 2020/2021 mid-year budget and adopt various fund modifications. The meeting also includes reviewing a COVID-19 addendum for the county's injury prevention program and authorizing a truck conversion for the Road Department.
- Adopt budget modifications for multiple funds during the mid-year budget review
- Approve $30,182.00 to convert a Road Division truck chassis into a water truck
- Review and approve the County Injury Illness and Prevention Program COVID-19 Addendum
- Authorize a consulting agreement with Baharak Amanzadeh for Public Health activities
- Approve travel authorizations for Sheriff's Department training
Lassen County Disaster Council
The Lassen County Disaster Council will review the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan to recommend approval to the Susanville City Council and Lassen County Board of Supervisors. The council also plans to approve meeting minutes from March 5, 2019.
- Review of the Lassen Emergency Operations Plan
- Approval of March 5, 2019 meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a proposal by Estill Ranches LLC to export up to 504.4 acre-feet of groundwater annually from the Surprise Valley basin to Nevada. The agenda also includes ratifying a memorandum of understanding with the Lassen County Road Workers Association.
- Groundwater Exportation Application 2020-001 (Estill Ranches LLC)
- Ratification of MOU with Lassen County Road Workers Association
- Recognition of Jennifer Uruburu for 20 years in the Sheriff’s Office
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding permanent weight limit restrictions on the Hartson Slough Bridge. The agenda also includes a grant application for Susanville Ranch Park renovations and several committee appointments. Additionally, the Board will review a request to extend the groundwater sustainability plan deadline for Big Valley.
- Public hearing on weight limit restrictions for Hartson Slough Bridge 7C-40
- Grant application for Susanville Ranch Park land acquisition and ballfield renovations
- Appointment of nine members to the Local Child Care Planning Council
- Resolution authorizing staff to seek emergency management funding from FEMA and Cal OES
- Requesting an extension for the Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan deadline
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing to reconsider an appeal regarding a use permit for a retail store construction off Old Highway Road. The meeting also includes a closed session with legal counsel to discuss potential litigation exposure.
- Public hearing on Use Permit #2019-011 appeal
- Proposed 9,100-square-foot retail store at 436-400 and 436-410 Old Highway Road
- Closed session regarding litigation exposure
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The agenda includes annual committee appointments for 2021 and reviews of local emergency proclamations regarding COVID-19 and recent fires. The Board will also consider several contracts and training authorizations.
- $161,481 agreement between Lassen County Public Health and Heluna Health
- Annual 2021 appointments for various county boards and commissions
- MOU with Sonoma County for detained juveniles not to exceed $45,000
- Review of COVID-19 and fire emergency proclamations
- Sheriff's Department training authorizations totaling approximately $21,246