Lassen County public meetings in 2022
18 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 State Community Block Grant Program. Members will also review several job classification revisions within the Health and Social Services Department. Other items include contract amendments and a tool kit purchase for the Road Department.
- Public hearing for 2022 State Community Block Grant Program funding applications
- $33,225 bid award to Snap On Industrial for a Susanville Road Shop tool kit
- Job classification revisions for Health and Social Services staff
- Agreement amendment with Lassen Fire Safe Council Inc for Westwood Firewise assessment
- Resolution declaring certain Susanville property as Exempt Surplus Land
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss strategies for the development and expansion of US Highway 395, including potential legislative advocacy. They will also review post-wildfire forest restoration reports from Plumas National Forest. Additionally, the meeting includes budget approvals for broadband implementation and the District Attorney's office.
- $67,673 agreement with Bender Rosenthal, Inc. for bridge replacement services
- $500,000 budget approval for Golden State Connect Authority broadband work
- $322,249 Gun Violence Reduction Program Grant authorization
- Adoption of a Military Equipment Use Policy ordinance
- $27,507 training request for Sheriff's Department personnel
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several budget items, including the creation of new funds for District Attorney revenues and a CPUC grant program. They will also consider appointing nominees to local boards and approving a letter of support for a bike path project.
- Creation of Fund 140 for $500,000 in CPUC grant-funded broadband work
- Creation of Fund 105 for District Attorney revenues up to $309,600
- Letter of support for City of Susanville’s Riverside Drive Bike Path project
- Appointment of nominees to Special District Boards and School Districts
- Recognition awards for county staff service milestones
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a request to use up to $500,000 from reserves for public safety equipment and approve federal funds for the Sheriff’s Department. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to the County Code and the release of a draft Safety Element for public review. Additionally, several committee appointments and job description revisions are scheduled for consideration.
- Allocation of $115,712.85 in Federal Title III funding to the Sheriff’s Department
- Request to use up to $500,000 from CCP reserves for public safety equipment
- Proposed amendments to multiple sections of the Lassen County Code
- Release of the draft Safety Element and Negative Declaration for public comment
- Amendments to the Vicious Dog Ordinance
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings for the county's annual budget, which includes an appropriations limit not to exceed $39,529,027. The meeting also includes discussions on building permit fee increases and various service area budgets.
- Adoption of the 2022-2023 Lassen County Budget with an appropriations limit up to $39,529,027
- Proposed ordinance to increase building permit fees
- MOU with Shasta County for juvenile detention services not to exceed $83,950 per year
- MOU with Tehama County for juvenile detention services not to exceed $150,000 per year
- Liquid propane bid award at $0.36 per gallon for county facilities
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will review a report on Dixie Fire forest restoration and consider funding applications for Eagle Lake Road, Herlong Access Road, and Johnsonville-Center Road. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding local animal laws and a grant application for the Westwood Community Center Project.
- Highway Safety Improvement Program applications for Eagle Lake Road, Herlong Access Road, and Johnsonville-Center Road
- CDBG Program Income Application for the Westwood Community Center Project
- MOU with Lassen County Office of Education for Youth Prevention Services ($130,000 revenue)
- Ordinance amendment to Title 8 of the Lassen County Code regarding animals
- Disposal of a surplus Sheriff’s search and rescue snow groomer ($3,432.22)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider ordinances regarding guesthouse height limits and updates to the county's public nuisance and violation notice codes. The agenda also includes a memorandum of understanding with Modoc County for groundwater management.
- Proposed ordinance allowing guesthouses up to 35 feet tall upon design review approval
- Ordinance update regarding public nuisance and notices of violation in the Lassen County Code
- Memorandum of Understanding with Modoc County for groundwater management implementation
- Amendment to the prison prosecution services contract with Jordan Funk
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several agreements regarding public health and social services. This includes a contract for an electronic health record system and amendments to state-funded health programs. The Board will also discuss recruiting a new County Auditor.
- $339,838 agreement with Kings View Professional Services for an Electronic Health Record System
- $150,000 funding increase for the CalFresh Healthy Living Program
- Termination of $161,481 in funding from Heluna Health
- MOU for Community Wildfire Protection Planning and fuels treatment
- $4,690.99 travel authorization for District Attorney staff
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review the recommended budget for the July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, fiscal year. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and grant requests across various county departments.
- Adoption of the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Asphalt emulsion oil bid award up to $469,250
- Tucker SNO CAT purchase up to $246,470.17
- $235,116 Victim/Witness Grant request
- Emergency sewage grinder repair and service contract totaling $71,640
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the county's zoning code for cannabis cultivation and architectural requirements for residential buildings. The agenda also includes reviewing service agreements, staff position changes, and various community payments.
- Proposed amendment to allow indoor commercial cannabis cultivation in industrial zones
- Draft ordinance repealing architectural requirements for residential use buildings
- Amendment to the Shasta Cascade Hazardous Materials Response Team agreement through 2027
- Conversion of a Correctional Technician position to a Community Services Officer
- Approval of various community payments, including $1,700 to Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider introducing an ordinance to allow indoor cannabis cultivation in industrial zones. They will also review appointments for the Pit Resources Conservation District and a $19,000 training agreement for probation staff. Additionally, the Board may delegate authority regarding drought orders and groundwater grants.
- Proposed ordinance for indoor commercial cannabis cultivation in industrial zones
- $19,000 agreement with University of Cincinnati for probation training
- MOU with Sonoma County for detained juveniles at a $300 daily rate
- Appointments to the Pit Resources Conservation District
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a proposed ordinance to repeal certain architectural requirements for residential buildings. The meeting also includes a report on renovating the Special Housing Unit at the Lassen County Jail and a contract amendment for CAEHA. Additionally, the Board will hear a presentation regarding the Golden State Natural Resources’ Forest Resiliency Project.
- Proposed ordinance to repeal architectural requirements for residential buildings
- Contract amendment with CAEHA increasing payment from $43,000 to $113,000
- Report on renovation of the Special Housing Unit at the Lassen County Jail
- Appointment of Jessica Harbert to Big Valley Recreation District
- Presentation on Golden State Natural Resources’ Forest Resiliency Project
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will review several agreements, including a large grant for the California Oral Health Program. They will also consider a contract for the Emergency Services Chief and modifications to EMS services. Additionally, the board will receive a presentation on the Local Road Safety Plan.
- $727,470 grant for California Oral Health Program (July 2022–June 2027)
- Emergency Services Chief contract with maximum expenditure of $832,382 over three years
- NorCal EMS agreement modification for $30,183.60
- $500 payment to Junior Fishing Derby
- Presentation on the Local Road Safety Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider several departmental contracts and equipment acquisitions. This includes a second amended contract for prison prosecution legal services and various vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Agricultural Commissioner. The Board will also review resolutions regarding foster care month and emergency services facilities.
- Second amended contract for Special Prosecutor prison prosecution services ($216,000 per year).
- Fleet vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Department totaling $278,169.13 and $20,397.
- Bid award for three John Deere zero turn mowers ($28,605.62).
- Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet 2500 truck for the Agricultural Commissioner ($41,067.44).
- Resolution and letter of support for the Southern Cascades Emergency Services Facility Complex.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss indoor marijuana cultivation and receive a presentation regarding illegal cannabis growing in Siskiyou County. The meeting includes approvals for several contracts, including tobacco reduction services and suicide prevention grants. The Board will also consider purchasing radio equipment for the Sheriff's Department.
- Agreement with Strategies by Design for tobacco use reduction ($79,625)
- Grant agreement for Comprehensive Suicide Prevention ($50,000)
- Purchase of Motorola radio equipment for Sheriff's Department ($38,256.27)
- Annual PC bulk purchase (approximately $51,476.30)
- Parcel Map No. 2021-003 for the Ross Family Trust and Stampfli Trust
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review a presentation from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding mountain lions and bears. Members will also consider purchase orders for medical workstations and traffic signs funded by grants. Additionally, the Board will discuss an alcohol sales request for Lassen RV Resort.
- Purchase of Instalert 24 Portable Messaging Signs for $60,238.77
- Purchase of Auto Pulse Resuscitation Systems for $67,978.72
- Engine rebuild for a Road Division dump truck for $28,659.59
- Determination of alcohol sales necessity for Lassen RV Resort
- Presentation on mountain lions and bears in California
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive presentations regarding SB 1383 organic waste collection implementation and the CDFW Wolf Livestock Loss Compensation Grant Program. Members will also consider various grant agreements, local emergency resolutions, and several community fund designations. Additionally, the board will review a probation services agreement involving increased revenue and expenditures.
- Presentation on implementing SB 1383 organic waste collection requirements
- Presentation on the CDFW Wolf Livestock Loss Compensation Grant Program
- Probation services agreement with $142,000 in increased revenue and $20,730 in increased expenditures
- Application for a $60,000 CalOES communications equipment grant
- Travel authorization for Sheriff's Department training costing approximately $6,302
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider architectural services for the Historic Courthouse renovation project. They will also review recommendations regarding a commercial cannabis cultivation ordinance. Additionally, the Board is set to address several vacancies on the Fish and Game Commission.
- $404,550 agreement with Lionakis for Historic Courthouse Phase III architectural services
- Correction of motor grader bid award to Cashman Equipment Company for $380,351.94
- CDBG application for the Westwood Community Center Project
- Appointments for vacancies on the Fish and Game Commission
- Direction regarding a commercial cannabis cultivation ordinance