Lassen County public meetings in 2024
41 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss and possibly adopt a proposed ordinance to regulate camping on county-owned public property. Other notable items include a protest hearing on non-renewal of a Williamson Act contract for Kramer Ranch LLC, approval of a fleet vehicle purchase for the Sheriff's Office ($104,639.88), and adoption of two mental health grants totaling $1.25M for student services. The Board will also consider renewing the County Counsel contract and appointing a new County Administrative Officer, as well as ratifying salary increases for appointed department heads and the Sheriff.
- Proposed ordinance to regulate camping on county-owned public property
- Protest hearing on Williamson Act contract non-renewal for Kramer Ranch LLC
- Fleet vehicle purchase of $104,639.88 for Sheriff's Office
- Grant agreements totaling $1.25M for mental health services through Lassen County Office of Education
- Renewal of County Counsel contract with Prentice Long PC appointing Amanda Uhrhammer
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved several contracts and resolutions, including renewing the County Counsel contract with Prentice Long PC (3-2), appointing Tony Shaw as County Administrative Officer, and adopting a camping ordinance prohibiting camping on county-owned public property. The board also approved multiple grants for mental health services and a network security upgrade. The Kramer Ranch LLC protest of a Williamson Act contract non-renewal was tabled to a future meeting (4-0, with Supervisor Albaugh recused).
- Approved County Counsel contract renewal with Prentice Long PC, appointing Amanda Uhrhammer (3-2)
- Approved County Administrative Officer contract, appointing Tony Shaw (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-13 regulating camping on county-owned public property (5-0)
- Tabled Kramer Ranch LLC Williamson Act non-renewal protest (4-0, Albaugh recused)
- Approved $104,639.88 Sheriff's fleet vehicle purchase (consent agenda)
- Approved $450,000 and $800,000 MHSOAC grants for student mental health services (5-0 each)
- Approved network security upgrade (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions for 4% salary increases for department heads and Sheriff (5-0 each)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the 2024-2029 Housing Element Update and a proposed ordinance to regulate camping on county-owned public property. The consent calendar includes a letter requesting state investigation of gas price fixing in Susanville, certification of the November 5, 2024 election results, and approval of meeting minutes. Department reports cover a tax sale resolution and a $20,000 annual increase in the County Counsel contract with Prentice Long PC.
- Public hearing to adopt the 2024-2029 Housing Element Update of the General Plan, with CEQA exemption
- Public hearing on proposed ordinance to regulate camping on county-owned public property
- Letter to Governor Newsom and Attorney General Bonta requesting investigation into gasoline price fixing in Susanville
- Resolution approving sale of tax-defaulted property at public auction and sealed auction in May 2025
- Renewal of County Counsel contract with Prentice Long PC, including $20,000 annual retainer increase and appointment of Amanda Uhrhammer as County Counsel
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 24-052 approving the 2024-2029 Housing Element Update of the Lassen County General Plan, with Supervisor Albaugh voting no. The board also approved a letter requesting state investigation into gas price fixing in Susanville, adopted a resolution for the May 2025 tax-defaulted property sale, and introduced a camping ordinance on county-owned property. The County Counsel contract renewal was pulled from the agenda.
- Adopted 2024-2029 Housing Element Update (3-1, Albaugh nay)
- Approved letter to Governor Newsom and AG Bonta requesting gas price investigation (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-051 for May 2025 tax-defaulted property sale (4-0)
- Introduced ordinance to regulate camping on county-owned public property, waived first reading (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and election certification (4-0)
- Pulled County Counsel contract renewal from agenda
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Lassen County Board of Supervisors. The board will hold a closed session to consider the appointment of two public employees: the County Administrative Officer and the Fair Manager. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Closed session discussion regarding appointment of County Administrative Officer
- Closed session discussion regarding appointment of Fair Manager
The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on December 4, 2024, with the sole substantive item being a closed-session discussion on appointing a County Administrative Officer and a Fair Manager. After closed session, the board gave direction to staff regarding the CAO appointment, and it was reported there were no Fair Manager applicants. No other decisions were made.
- Gave direction to staff on County Administrative Officer appointment
- Reported no Fair Manager applicants
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider approving a $75,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC to facilitate housing development. They will also appoint nominees to special district and school district boards that lacked candidates, discuss adjusting Fair operating hours, and decide on the timing of interviews for the County Administrative Officer and Fair Manager positions. Closed session includes labor negotiations with two law enforcement associations and a public employee employment matter.
- Approve $75,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC for housing development services for fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
- Appoint nominees to special district and school district boards that had insufficient candidates for the November 5 general election
- Consider adjusting Fair operating hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Discuss timing of interviews for County Administrative Officer and Fair Manager
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Lassen County Peace Officers Association and Deputy Sheriffs Association
The Board of Supervisors approved a $75,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC for housing development services, passing 4-1 with Supervisor Neely dissenting. The board also approved appointments to special district and school boards for positions without sufficient nominees, adjusted fair operating hours for winter, and directed staff to re-advertise the Fair Manager position. CAO interviews were scheduled for a December 4, 2024 special meeting.
- Approved $75,000 Housing Tools, LLC agreement (4-1)
- Approved appointments to special district and school boards in lieu of election (5-0)
- Approved fair operating hours change to 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for November-February (5-0)
- Directed staff to re-advertise Fair Manager position
- Scheduled CAO interviews for December 4, 2024 special meeting
- Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes on consent agenda
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider several routine items, including a service proclamation and recognition awards for November. They will receive and file the October 22 and November 4 meeting minutes, and a report on High Desert State Prison trial cost reimbursements. The board will also reappoint the Agricultural Commissioner for a four‑year term. The primary decision is to approve a $75,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC to support housing development and services.
- Approve Service Proclamation for Trinidad Eva Richards-Diaz (Behavioral Health) – no fiscal impact
- Approve Recognition Awards for November 2024 – no fiscal impact
- Receive and file Prison Trial Costs Reimbursement report for July‑September 2024 – no fiscal impact
- Reappoint Agricultural Commissioner Craig Hemphill for a term ending Nov 19, 2028 – no fiscal impact
- Approve $75,000 Housing and Grants Agreement with Housing Tools, LLC for FY 2024/25 and 2025/26
The Board of Supervisors approved the reappointment of Craig Hemphill as Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures for a four-year term. A proposed housing services agreement with Housing Tools, LLC failed to pass due to a lack of a second, and the Board received a report regarding the Exclusive Operating Area Request for Proposal for emergency medical services.
- Approved reappointment of Agricultural Commissioner Craig Hemphill (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and prison trial cost reports (3-0)
- Adopted service proclamation for Trinidad Eva Richards-Diaz (3-0)
- Housing Tools, LLC agreement motion failed due to lack of second
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider ratifying a side letter of agreement amending the Peace Officer Management Association (POMA) MOU, which increases county contributions to medical and flex benefits and clarifies professional leave rules. Other action items include a $30,000 amendment to a GIS contract with Geographic Technologies Group, an amendment to a prison prosecution contract with Jordan Funk, and a discussion on reorganizing Health and Social Services administration. The board will also receive the 2023-2024 Grand Jury response and make various appointments to boards and commissions.
- Ratify Side Letter of Agreement with POMA amending professional leave and health insurance contributions (fiscal impact: incremental increases over multiple budget units)
- Approve second amendment to GIS contract with Geographic Technologies Group, adding $30,000 for total $145,000
- Authorize fifth amendment to prison prosecution contract with Jordan Funk, increasing fees (reimbursed by CDCR, no general fund impact)
- Receive Board response to 2023-2024 Lassen County Grand Jury Report
- Discuss possible reorganization of Health and Social Services Administration
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda and several action items, including a $31,750 expenditure for Mason Entertainment services at the Hidden Woods Music Festival, a $30,000 contract amendment for GIS services, and the reclassification of a Lead Correctional Technician from Range 16 to Range 18. The board also made appointments to various committees and commissions, and discussed a proposed reorganization of the Health and Social Services department. All votes were unanimous except for the GIS contract amendment, which passed 4-1 with Supervisor Neely dissenting.
- Approved $31,750 for Mason Entertainment invoices (5-0)
- Approved $30,000 GIS contract amendment (4-1, Neely nay)
- Approved Lead Correctional Technician reclassification to Range 18 (5-0)
- Reappointed Robin Hanson, Jesse Claypool, Laurie Tippin to Honey Lake Valley RCD (5-0)
- Appointed Andrea 'Brie' Buckler to First5 Commission (5-0)
- Reappointed Albaugh and Bridges to four regional committees (5-0)
- Approved $29,905 budget modification for fair tractor purchase (5-0)
- Appointed Ryan Nowling and Ian Lloyd to Partnership HealthPlan Commission (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct personnel activities in closed session. The session focuses on interviewing candidates for the Fair Manager position and considering applications for the County Administrative Officer appointment.
- Interviews for Fair Manager candidates
- Review of applications for County Administrative Officer appointment
The Board of Supervisors met in a special session to conduct interviews for the Fair Manager position and review applications for the County Administrative Officer role. No final appointments were made, but the Board provided direction to staff regarding both positions.
- Provided staff direction on Fair Manager interviews
- Provided staff direction on County Administrative Officer applications
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will meet on October 22 to adopt an ordinance authorizing the fire warden to require and suspend burn permits in unincorporated areas. The board will also approve multiple budget appropriations and increases, as well as a $500 discretionary fund for the Milford Community Association. Additional items include a Veterans Day proclamation, appointments to the Clear Creek Community Services District board, and other routine approvals.
- Adopt Ordinance for Outdoor Burning – fire warden may require and suspend burn permits (no fiscal impact)
- Approve discretionary appropriation of $500 to the Milford Community Association
- Increase fund appropriations: $5,133; $15,273; $26,858; $112,053; $80,189; $84,809
- Adopt Veterans Day 2024 proclamation (no fiscal impact)
- Consider appointments of Susan Miller, Joe Jimenez, and Randy Meeks to the Clear Creek Community Services District board (no fiscal impact)
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved several items, including an ordinance authorizing the Fire Warden to require and suspend burn permits in unincorporated areas, and a request to the Transportation Commission to distribute Transportation Development Act funds to the Lassen Transit Service Agency. The board also approved budget modifications, a behavioral health agreement amendment, and a housing grant resolution. A $2,500 expenditure for J&J Performing Arts was denied due to lack of a contract.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-12 on outdoor burning (5-0)
- Approved request for Transportation Development Act funds distribution to Lassen Transit Service Agency (5-0)
- Approved FY 2023/2024 end-of-year budget modifications (5-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Behavioral Health Agreement with Community Medical Specialists Inc. (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-049 for Transitional Housing and Housing Navigation grants (4-1)
- Approved $73,500 appropriation increase for California Children's Services (5-0)
- Denied $2,500 expenditure for J&J Performing Arts (4-1)
- Appointed Susan Miller to Clear Creek Community Services District (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will discuss several department requests, including staffing increases for the Sheriff's Office and a new labor agreement. The board is also reviewing a hazard mitigation plan and a contract for behavioral health services.
- Agreement with Spare-A-Dime, Inc. for an After-Hour Drop-In-Center up to $513,360
- Request to add two full-time Dispatcher positions for the Sheriff's Office at a cost of $72,659
- Ratification of a Memorandum of Understanding with Lassen County Management and Professionals Association (2024-2027)
- Review of the Multi-jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for Lassen County, City of Susanville, and Susanville Indian Rancheria
- Fee request for Lassen Family Services at the Susanville Veterans Memorial Building (options range from $0 to $1,340)
The board approved adding two full-time dispatcher positions for the Sheriff's Office with a $72,659 budget allocation. It also approved a $513,360 contract with Spare-A-Dime, Inc. for the Judy's House drop-in center, ratified a management MOU, and approved a reduced fee for a veterans building event. A motion to approve the Fair Manager job description failed.
- Approved two new Dispatcher FTE positions and $72,659 allocation (5-0)
- Approved $513,360 contract with Spare-A-Dime, Inc. for Judy's House (5-0)
- Ratified 2024-2027 MOU with Lassen County Management and Professionals Association (4-0, Neely recused)
- Approved reduced fee of $521 for Lassen Family Services event at Veterans Memorial Building (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Child Support Services Plan of Cooperation (5-0)
- Fair Manager job description approval failed (2-3)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a $98,950 contract to Flock Group Inc. for 13 fixed automated license plate readers, funded by a grant. They will also vote on adopting a military equipment use policy, updating the fire warden resolution, and approving amendments to behavioral health agreements totaling over $908,000. Appointments to the Clear Creek Community Services District board are also on the agenda.
- Award bid to Flock Group Inc. for $98,950 for 13 automated license plate readers
- Adopt ordinance for a Military Equipment Use Policy under AB 481
- Approve amendment with North Valley Behavioral Health LLC for $400,000 for acute psychiatric inpatient care
- Approve amendment with Kings View Professional Services for $508,073 for electronic health record system support
- Appoint Joe Jimenez and Randy Meeks to Clear Creek Community Services District board
The Board of Supervisors approved a $295,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Fair Fund to cover the 2023/2024 fiscal year overspending, with a 4-1 vote. The board also approved a $98,950 contract for 13 automated license plate readers, adopted a new Fire Warden resolution and an ordinance regulating outdoor burning, and approved amendments to behavioral health contracts. The Clear Creek Community Services District appointments were tabled to the October 22, 2024 meeting.
- Approved $295,000 General Fund transfer to Fair Fund to close 2023/2024 fiscal year (4-1)
- Awarded $98,950 contract to Flock Group Inc. for 13 automated license plate readers (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-048 updating the Fire Warden Resolution (5-0)
- Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance authorizing Fire Warden to require/suspend burn permits (5-0)
- Approved $400,000 amendment with North Valley Behavioral Health for acute psychiatric care (5-0)
- Approved $508,073 amendment with Kings View Professional Services for electronic health records (5-0)
- Approved $82,824.46 in Hidden Woods Festival expenditures (5-0)
- Tabled Clear Creek Community Services District appointments to October 22, 2024 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will hold its annual public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 county budget, including setting a tax rate not to exceed $42,049,140. Separate hearings will adopt budgets for the Bieber Lighting District ($4,075) and County Service Area #1 Honey Lake TV ($163,368), including a $25 single-family TV user fee. The Sheriff’s Department will introduce an AB 481 military equipment use policy ordinance.
- Adopt 2024-25 Lassen County Budget up to $42,049,140 and set tax rate
- Approve Bieber Lighting District budget $4,075 and $26,385 appropriations limit
- Approve County Service Area #1 Honey Lake TV budget $163,368 and $25 single-family TV user fee
- Introduce ordinance on Sheriff’s military equipment use policy under AB 481
- Approve side letter agreement with Lassen County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (LCDSA) without general fund impact
The Board approved the 2024-2025 county budget with an appropriations limit of $42,049,140. Other key actions included appointing an interim Fair Manager and approving a new dental provider for county employees.
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 County Budget with appropriations limit of $42,049,140 (5-0)
- Appointed Budget Analyst Samantha McMullen as Interim Lassen County Fair Manager (4-0)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 Honey Lake TV budget of $163,368 and user fees (5-0)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 Bieber Lighting District budget of $4,075 (4-0)
- Approved side letter agreement with Lassen County Deputy Sheriff's Association (5-0)
- Approved transition of dental provider from Delta Dental to Ameritas (4-0)
- Authorized grant application for up to $250,000 in cybersecurity funding (4-1)
- Introduced and waived first reading of military equipment use policy ordinance (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve routine items including recognition awards, meeting minutes, and a $60,000 housing services contract. They will also vote on a $251,096 grant for the District Attorney’s Victim/Witness Assistance Program funded by state and federal sources.
- Approve $60,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC for housing development services (FY 2024-2026)
- Adopt $251,096 resolution for District Attorney’s Victim/Witness Assistance Program grant
- Approve $927.29 discretionary fund expenditure for Westwood Cleanup
- Approve September 3 and 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Present recognition awards to Tiffany Bernardino and Orlando McElmurry for 10 years of service
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda as amended, including a $251,096 victim/witness grant resolution and $927.29 in discretionary funds for Westwood cleanup. A $60,000 agreement with Housing Tools, LLC was discussed but not approved; the board requested amendments to include Homekey and Behavioral Health Bridge Housing projects before bringing it back. The September 10, 2024 meeting minutes were approved as amended to correct a clerical error.
- Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 24-042 for Victim/Witness Grant ($251,096) (5-0)
- Approved $927.29 discretionary funds to C & S Waste Solutions for Westwood Cleanup (5-0)
- Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
- Deferred agreement with Housing Tools, LLC ($60,000) pending amendments to include Homekey and BHBH projects
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for lands owned by Grimes Rice Canyon, LLC to facilitate a Williamson Act contract. The meeting also includes discussions on fire safety and several county appointments.
- Proposed rezone of 341.18 acres in Johnstonville from E-A to E-A-A-P and U-C to U-C-A-P
- MOU with Sonoma County for detained juveniles with a daily rate of $375, not to exceed $150,000 per fiscal year
- Creation of a new Chief District Attorney Investigator position
- Appointment of Toby Corder to the Lassen County Planning Commission
- Presentation and discussion by the Lassen Fire Safe Council, Inc.
The Board of Supervisors approved a rezone of four parcels (341.18 acres) in Johnstonville into an Agricultural Preserve Combining District to facilitate a Williamson Act contract, adopted Resolution No. 24-041 and Ordinance No. 2024-10. They also appointed Toby Corder to the Planning Commission and Supervisor Albaugh to the Solid Waste Hearing Panel. The board approved an amendment to the ColWest Investments agreement for the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing project, contingent on a building permit from the City of Susanville, with Supervisor Neely voting no. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including a memorandum of understanding with Sonoma County for juvenile detention and the creation of a Chief District Attorney Investigator position.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-041 for Williamson Act agricultural preserve (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-10 for rezone to E-A-A-P and U-C-A-P (5-0)
- Appointed Toby Corder to Planning Commission (5-0)
- Appointed Supervisor Albaugh to Solid Waste Hearing Panel (5-0)
- Approved ColWest Investments amendment contingent on building permit (4-1)
- Approved MOU with Sonoma County for juvenile detention (consent)
- Approved creation of Chief District Attorney Investigator (5-0)
- Approved Community Social Services System Improvement Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss an amendment to an agreement with ColWest Investments, LLC. This item is funded by a Behavioral Health Bridge Housing grant and has no impact on the County general fund.
- Amendment to agreement between County of Lassen and ColWest Investments, LLC
- Closed session regarding litigation exposure (3 cases total)
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to take no action on the amendment to the agreement with ColWest Investments, LLC for bridge housing, and to reagendize the item for the next meeting pending further outcome. The board also held closed sessions on litigation exposure with no reportable action. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Continued ColWest Investments bridge housing amendment to next meeting (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Held closed session on litigation exposure; no reportable action
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several health and public safety items, including approving an amended $1,637,126 agreement with ColWest Investments for the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program and authorizing multiple behavioral health service contracts ranging from $100,000 to $250,000. It will also vote on a $204,392 purchase of 30 Motorola handheld radios, a $1,000 allocation for the Doyle Senior Center, and a letter to the U.S. Forest Service.
- Approve amended agreement with ColWest Investments, LLC for $1,637,126 Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program
- Approve behavioral health service agreements: Casa Serenity $100,000; Davis Guest Home $200,000; Willow Glen Care Center $250,000; Lassen Intervention $179,000
- Approve purchase of 30 Motorola handheld radios for $204,392.01
- Approve $1,000 discretionary fund designation to Doyle Senior Center
- Approve and authorize Chairman to sign letter to U.S. Forest Service regarding post‑fire restoration and fuels reduction
The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of 30 handheld radios from Motorola Solutions for $204,392.01, funded by a federal grant, to integrate dispatch centers between Lassen and Plumas counties. The board also approved several behavioral health agreements, a letter to the U.S. Forest Service, and an amended ColWest Investments agreement for the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program (4-1). A Community Development Block Grant application for the Westwood Community Center was reported as denied by the state.
- Approved $204,392.01 purchase of 30 Motorola handheld radios for Lassen-Plumas radio integration (5-0)
- Approved letter to U.S. Forest Service regarding uncompleted projects on federal forest lands (5-0)
- Approved amended agreement with ColWest Investments for Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program (4-1)
- Approved behavioral health agreement with Casa Serenity, LLC for $100,000 (5-0)
- Approved behavioral health agreement with Lassen Intervention, LLC for $179,000 (5-0)
- Approved behavioral health agreement with Davis Guest Home, Inc. for $200,000 (consent)
- Approved behavioral health agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for $250,000 (consent)
- Approved $1,500,000 grant agreement with County Medical Services Program Governing Board (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will hold a public meeting to approve routine items, recognize a county employee for 10 years of service, and vote on a contract to develop a regional area plan for Susanville and surrounding communities. The board may also discuss litigation exposure and labor negotiations in closed session.
- Approve recognition award for Crystle McFarland (County Counsel) for 10 years of service
- Approve $873,245 contract with Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. for regional area planning services
- Adopt meeting minutes from August 13, 2024
- Receive and file correspondence including canceled Planning Commission meeting notice
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. to prepare a Regional Area Plan for the Susanville vicinity and other communities, with a not-to-exceed amount of $873,245. The board also approved the consent agenda as amended, including the August 13, 2024 meeting minutes with a correction to a motion attribution. No reportable action was taken in closed session.
- Approved $873,245 contract with Kimley Horn and Associates for Regional Area Plan (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
- Received and filed miscellaneous correspondence items
- Recognized Crystle McFarland for 10 years of service
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed amendment to the Eagle Lake Area Plan that would add camping provisions for the Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract and consider a rezone ordinance for the same area. The board will also introduce and potentially adopt an ordinance regulating camping on private property outside designated campgrounds. Additionally, supervisors will vote on multiple contracts totaling over $308,000 for the Hidden Woods Music Festival, including agreements with JMF Entertainment, KALEO, Lit, and The Fray.
- Proposed amendment to Eagle Lake Area Plan adding camping provisions for Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract
- Public hearing on rezone ordinance for Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract (Book 1, Pages 50-52)
- Determine if commercial kitchen and retail sales are allowed at 720-800 Capezzoli Lane, Standish
- Approve Hidden Woods festival contracts: JMF Entertainment ($63,096.59), KALEO ($125,000), Lit ($35,000), The Fray ($85,000)
- Reject bid for Janesville Grade Guardrail Replacement Project ($1,107,337.50) as exceeding budget
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 24-040 amending the Eagle Lake Area Plan to add camping provisions for the Spaulding Eagle Lake Tract, and adopted Ordinance No. 2024-09 creating a new combining district for camping on private property outside designated campgrounds and rezoning the Spaulding tract. The board also approved a use permit requirement for a commercial kitchen, egg cleaning facility, and incidental retail sales at 720-800 Capezzoli Lane, Standish. Several consent agenda items were approved, including rejecting a bid for the Janesville Grade Guardrail Replacement Project and approving contracts for the Hidden Woods Music Festival.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-040 amending Eagle Lake Area Plan for camping (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-09 creating camping combining district and rezoning Spaulding tract (4-0)
- Approved use permit requirement for commercial kitchen/egg facility at Capezzoli Lane (4-0)
- Rejected bid from Highway Specialty Company for Janesville Grade Guardrail (consent)
- Approved Hidden Woods agreement with JMF Entertainment ($63,096.59) (4-0)
- Approved Hidden Woods headliner agreement with KALEO ($125,000) (4-0)
- Approved Hidden Woods headliner agreement with Lit ($35,000) (4-0)
- Approved Hidden Woods headliner agreement with The Fray ($85,000) (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (23 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board will receive information and provide direction to staff regarding the Lassen County Fair Hidden Woods Music Festival. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as public comment, a closed‑session legal counsel conference, and routine reports. No fiscal impact is noted for the festival item.
- Lassen County Fair Hidden Woods Music Festival – receive information and give staff direction (fiscal impact unknown)
The Board of Supervisors received information and gave consensus direction to move forward with the Hidden Woods Music Festival, scheduled for August 23, 2024, at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. The festival is budgeted at $350,000 with $100,000 in ticket sales already sold. No formal vote was taken; the board expressed consensus to proceed.
- Consensus to move forward with Hidden Woods Music Festival (no formal vote)
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0, Bridges absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors will vote on a three‑year contract with Wellpath to provide health care for inmates, costing $1,996,468. They will also approve a $25,065 grant from the California Department of Public Health for HIV surveillance and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 7.32 of the County Health and Sanitation Code. Additional items include retirement proclamations and July recognition awards for long‑time county employees.
- Approve three‑year $1,996,468 contract with Wellpath for inmate health care delivery
- Approve California Department of Public Health Grant Agreement #24-10285 for $25,065 to fund HIV Surveillance Program
- Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 7.32 of Title 7 Health and Sanitation (Partnership Healthplan of California)
- Retirement proclamation for David Woginrich (Sheriff's Department) and Darcy Hansen (Cooperative Extension)
- Recognition awards for July 2024: 10‑year (Alexander Meier), 20‑year (Emily Wilder), 30‑year (Jennifer Cote) service
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved a three-year contract with Wellpath for jail health care services at an annual cost of $1,996,468, increasing coverage from 16 to 24 hours per day. The board also adopted Ordinance No. 2024-08 amending the Health Plan Commission chapter, approved a $25,065 HIV surveillance grant from the California Department of Public Health, and made an appointment to the Big Valley Recreation District. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Neely absent.
- Approved three-year Wellpath jail medical services contract at $1,996,468/year (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-08 amending Health Plan Commission chapter (4-0)
- Approved $25,065 HIV Surveillance Program grant agreement with CA Dept. of Public Health (consent)
- Appointed Salley Askew to Big Valley Recreation District (4-0)
- Adopted retirement proclamations for David Woginrich and Darcy Hansen (4-0)
- Presented recognition awards to Alexander Meier, Emily Wilder, and Jennifer Cote
- Adopted Probation Services Week 2024 proclamation (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including July 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several behavioral health service agreements and a juvenile detention MOU with Tehama County. They will also hold a hearing regarding a denied agricultural exemption for a building on Highway 36. Additionally, the Board will discuss an ordinance to increase Planning Commission meeting pay.
- Appeal of agricultural exemption disapproval for a building at 687-950 Highway 36
- Contract amendments for Restpadd Health Corp ($400,000) and Restpadd, Inc ($260,000)
- Agreement with A & A Health Services, LLC for a residential care facility ($200,000)
- MOU with Tehama County for detained juveniles at a daily rate of $150
- Proposed ordinance to increase Planning Commission meeting pay from $25 to $50 per commissioner
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors denied an appeal of the Building Official's disapproval of an agricultural exemption for a 10x40 shed on Highway 36, finding the property lacked required agricultural production. The board also approved a Planning Commission ordinance raising commissioner stipends and adopted several consent agenda items, including behavioral health and probation agreements. The board received a verbal report on a landfill gas violation at Bass Hill and reached consensus to continue with land purchase, with no formal vote recorded. All closed session items had no reportable action.
- Denied appeal of agricultural exemption disapproval for 10x40 shed at 687-950 Highway 36 (4-0, Ingram absent)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024-07 amending Planning Commission code, raising stipends to $50/meeting and $75 for Chair (3-1, Neely nay, Ingram absent)
- Approved consent agenda as amended (4-0, Ingram absent)
- Approved Restpadd Health Corp. behavioral health amendment, max $400,000 (4-0, Ingram absent)
- Approved Restpadd, Inc. behavioral health amendment, max $260,000 (consent agenda)
- Approved A & A Health Services, LLC residential care agreement, max $200,000 (consent agenda)
- Approved Tehama County juvenile detention MOU, $150/day, not to exceed $150,000/fiscal year (consent agenda)
- Approved truancy reduction program MOU, $39,250 revenue (consent agenda)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering a special tax ordinance for public safety purposes. They are also reviewing several contracts related to behavioral health services and various county fee updates.
- Sales tax ballot measure ordinance for public safety purposes
- Agreement with Butte County for acute psychiatric inpatient care up to $100,000
- Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. up to $200,000
- Ratification of MOU between Lassen County and Lassen County Peace Officer Management Association
- Proposed ordinance updating Planning, Building, Environmental Health, and Mining fees
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution and ordinance to place a 1% special transaction and use tax for public safety on the November 5, 2024 general election ballot, applying only to the unincorporated area (not the City of Susanville). The board also approved a new three-year MOU with the Lassen County Peace Officer Management Association, ratified several health services agreements, and adopted an ordinance updating planning, building, mining, and environmental health fees. All votes were unanimous except the Planning Commission ordinance, which passed 4-1 with Supervisor Neely dissenting.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-038 submitting a 1% public safety special tax to voters in the unincorporated area (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 placing the sales tax measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot (5-0)
- Ratified three-year MOU with Lassen County Peace Officer Management Association, July 7, 2024–June 30, 2027 (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Butte County for acute psychiatric inpatient care, up to $100,000 (5-0)
- Adopted Mental Health Services Act Two-Year Plan FY 2024-26 and annual updates for FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-06 repealing and replacing planning, mining, building permit, and environmental health fee sections (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-039 appointing Robert Jordan Funk as Lassen County Hearing Officer (5-0)
- Approved introduction and first reading of ordinance amending Planning Commission code on removal and stipends (4-1, Neely nay)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Lassen County Public Improvement Corporation
The corporation will review the meeting minutes from July 11, 2023. Directors will also consider an annual request for $1,000 to cover corporate expenses and state fees.
- Approval of July 11, 2023, meeting minutes
- Annual request for $1,000 for corporation expenses and State of California fees
The Lassen County Public Improvement Corporation approved a request for the Board of Supervisors to appropriate $1,000 for annual expenses, including Secretary of State Federal Tax fees. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 11, 2023.
- Approved request for $1,000 appropriation for annual expenses (6-0)
- Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss wildlife area management and several departmental agreements. Items include road maintenance funding, technology services, and engineering for the Whitehead Slough Bridge.
- Presentation on Honey Lake, Willow Creek, and Ash Creek State Wildlife Areas
- NorCal EMS contract modification of $30,183.60
- Lassen County Office of Education technology agreement up to $120,000 per year
- Discontinuation of the Lassen County Behavioral Health DUI Program
- Whitehead Slough Bridge engineering services bid for $246,129.22
The Board of Supervisors approved a $246,129 engineering contract for the Whitehead Slough Bridge and adopted a resolution for SB1 road maintenance funding. They also authorized a three-year technology services agreement with the Lassen County Office of Education and voted to discontinue the county's Driving Under the Influence program.
- Approved $246,129 engineering contract for Whitehead Slough Bridge (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-037 for SB1 road maintenance funding (4-0)
- Approved three-year technology services agreement with LCOE (4-0)
- Approved discontinuation of Behavioral Health DUI program (4-0)
- Approved modification of NorCal EMS agreement (4-0)
- Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Special Meeting
The District will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget. The Board will also discuss the purpose of the district, its future, and possible dissolution.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of the 2024/2025 budget in the amount of $30,250
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 27, 2023, and October 24, 2023
- Acceptance of asset transfers from the County of Modoc to the District
- Discussion regarding contract labor for meter maintenance and installation
- Review of the District Act and consideration of possible district dissolution
The Lassen-Modoc County Flood Control and Water Conservation District held a special meeting on June 25, 2024, electing Director Starr as Chairman and Director Albaugh as Vice Chairman, both by 7-0 votes with three directors absent. The board adopted Resolution No. 24-01 approving the 2024/2025 budget of $30,250, which the budget analyst said contained no expenditures, and accepted a transfer of assets from Modoc County. The board also approved prior meeting minutes, directed staff to explore a Resource Conservation District for contract labor, and reached consensus not to dissolve the district.
- Elected Director Starr as Chairman (7-0, 3 absent)
- Elected Director Albaugh as Vice Chairman (7-0, 3 absent)
- Approved the meeting agenda (7-0, 3 absent)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-01 approving the 2024/2025 budget of $30,250 (7-0, 3 absent)
- Approved minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting (7-0, 3 absent)
- Approved minutes of the October 24, 2023 meeting (7-0, 3 absent)
- Accepted transfer of assets from Modoc County to the district (7-0, 3 absent)
- Directed staff to look into a Resource Conservation District for contract labor; consensus not to dissolve the district
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering a special sales tax for public safety and several updates to county fees. Other items include a workplace violence prevention plan, software purchases, and various departmental agreements.
- Sales tax ordinance proposing $1,500,000 in revenue for public safety services
- Proposed fee increases for Building ($24,000), Planning ($7,000), and Environmental Health ($40,000)
- ECORP Consulting agreement for Robinson Canyon Wetland mitigation ($36,300)
- ESRI Geographic Information System software purchase ($68,100 over three years)
- 72-hour vehicle towing ordinance amendment
The Board of Supervisors approved a proposed 1% sales tax increase for unincorporated areas to fund public safety services. They also approved updates to planning and building fees and adopted an ordinance for towing abandoned vehicles.
- Approved 1% sales tax for public safety in unincorporated areas (4-1)
- Approved ordinance updating Planning, Building, Mining, and Environmental Health fees (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-04 for vehicle towing after 72 hours (4-1)
- Approved $68,100 three-year GIS software agreement with ESRI (5-0)
- Approved GIS Manager class specification (5-0)
- Approved $36,300 agreement with ECORP Consulting for wetland mitigation (5-0)
- Approved Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and Policy No. 00-048 amendment (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Lassen County Transportation Commission for GIS grant (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a new ordinance regarding the removal of vehicles left on public roads for 72 hours. Other items include various funding agreements for homeless housing, legal services for child support, and computer workstation purchases.
- 72 Hour Vehicle Towing Ordinance public hearing
- Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run Day proclamation
- Child Support Services agreement with Law Office of Jessica Ryan Keeney ($110,000 per year)
- City of Redding HHAP-3 funding agreements ($53,975.04 and $50,376.71)
- Dell Technologies computer workstation bulk purchase (~$60,000)
The Board approved agreements for permanent supportive housing, including a $2.9 million Homekey project and a $1.6 million Behavioral Health Bridge Housing program, both with ColWest Investments. The board also adopted the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and approved a $110,000 annual agreement for child support legal services. A proposed ordinance to tow abandoned vehicles after 72 hours was introduced and waived the first reading, with Supervisor Neely voting against it.
- Approved $2,917,454 Homekey housing agreement with ColWest Investments (4-1)
- Approved $1,637,126 Behavioral Health Bridge Housing agreement with ColWest Investments (4-1)
- Adopted Recommended Budget Resolution No. 24-034 for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
- Approved $110,000/year agreement with Law Office of Jessica Ryan Keeney for child support cases (5-0)
- Introduced and waived first reading of 72-hour vehicle towing ordinance (4-1)
- Approved $60,000 bulk purchase of Dell computer workstations (5-0)
- Approved two Administrative Assistant positions and unfunded two Account Technician II positions (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-032 delegating liability settlement authority (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several departmental actions including grant applications, infrastructure amendments, and staff position changes. The meeting includes recognition awards for long-term county employees and a discussion on the HomeKey Program.
- Amendment to Johnstonville Road Bridge Rail Project agreement for $88,810.28
- Grant agreements for animal shelter spay and neuter program totaling $155,000
- Creation of a Correctional Release Coordinator position within the Sheriff's Office
- Resolution to apply for a CalRecycle solid waste program grant worth $17,000 annually
- Ordinance regarding Spalding Marina and boat ramp regulations
The Board of Supervisors approved the creation of a Correctional Release Coordinator position and accepted $155,000 in grants for animal spay and neuter programs. They also adopted a resolution for a CalRecycle solid waste grant and updated regulations for the Spalding Boat Ramp.
- Approved creation of Correctional Release Coordinator position and un-funded Community Services Officer position (5-0)
- Approved $155,000 in grants from Regents of the University of California for animal spay and neuter programs (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-031 to apply for CalRecycle solid waste program grant (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 repealing and amending Spalding Boat Ramp regulations (5-0)
- Approved $88,810.28 amendment for Johnstonville Road Bridge Rail Project environmental services (5-0)
- Approved $200 donation to Law Enforcement Torch Run, Special Olympics Northern California (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-030 naming Lassen County Arts Council as local partner for FY 2024/2025 (5-0)
- Rejected liability claim from Fabio Russo
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing on amending the County Code regarding Spalding Marina and Boat Ramp activities. The agenda also includes hearings for public nuisance abatements and administrative penalties at several properties. Additionally, staff will provide updates on U.S. Highway 395 and emergency medical services.
- Ordinance repealing Spalding Marina Regulations and amending Boat Ramp regulations
- Hearings for public nuisance abatements and administrative penalties
- Presentation on U.S. Highway 395 project improvements
- EMS update from Southern Cascades Community Services District
- Appointment of a member to the California State Association of Counties
The Board of Supervisors approved a three-year production contract for the Lassen County Fair and adopted a resolution to double staff purchasing limits. Several public nuisance liens were recorded, and the Board authorized the live streaming of future meetings. The Board also discussed a potential 1% sales tax increase for unincorporated areas.
- Awarded 3-year fair production contract to JMF Entertainment for $160,837.29 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-022 to increase staff purchasing limits (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-023 naming conference rooms in the Historic Courthouse (5-0)
- Approved live video/audio broadcasting of Board meetings (5-0)
- Increased Historic Courthouse renovation contingency funding to $900,000 (4-1)
- Approved $1M revenue agreement with Advocates for Human Potential for mobile crisis services (4-1)
- Approved creation of District Attorney Investigative Assistant position (5-0)
- Adopted multiple public nuisance liens for properties owned by Lepage, Bee, Morales, Ka, and Lee (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several agreements for residential care and social services. They will also consider an ordinance regarding the consolidation of county offices. Additionally, the board will address various local fund requests and appointments.
- $864,000 lease agreement with Kramer Ranch, LLC for Community Social Services
- Behavioral health agreements with The Sail House, Inc. ($300,000) and Willow Glen Care Center ($200,000)
- Ordinance to repeal the consolidation of Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector offices
- $103,258 wildlife damage management work plan
- Copier lease agreement with LEAF Capital Funding, LLC for $53,131.68
The Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 2024-02, repealing Ordinance No. 2023-03 and setting up a 2026 election for independent Auditor/Controller and Treasurer/Tax Collector offices effective January 4, 2027. The vote was 4-1, with Supervisor Gallagher voting no. The board also approved a $103,258 wildlife damage management plan, a $734,400 amended lease for 1616 Chestnut Street, and a resolution designating 'The Strand' in Spalding for off-highway vehicle use. Most other items were approved on the consent agenda, including a $300,000 behavioral health agreement with The Sail House, Inc. and a $200,000 agreement with Willow Glen Care Center.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-02 repealing consolidated auditor/treasurer office; sets 2026 election for independent offices (4-1, Gallagher nay)
- Approved $103,258 wildlife damage management work plan with USDA Wildlife Services (5-0)
- Approved amended lease with Kramer Ranch, LLC for 1616 Chestnut Street at $734,400 (4-0, Albaugh absent)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-021 designating 'The Strand' in Spalding for off-highway vehicle use (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 behavioral health agreement with The Sail House, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $200,000 behavioral health agreement with Willow Glen Care Center on consent agenda
- Approved $53,131.68 copier lease with LEAF Capital Funding for Community Social Services (5-0)
- Approved $22,767.80 IT firewall license renewal with Cadence Team (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider contract modifications for Nor-Cal EMS and a copier lease for Health and Social Services. They will also review proposals for a Regional Area Plan Update with estimated costs up to $1,250,000. Additionally, the Board will address discretionary fund requests for the Susanville Indian Rancheria POW WOW.
- Nor-Cal EMS contract modification increasing total amount to $87,500
- Regional Area Plan Update proposals estimated between $488,770 and $1,250,000
- Environmental Health vehicle purchase for $46,415.76
- Lassen Family Services agreement for up to $260,720
- Discretionary fund requests totaling $1,050 for the Susanville Indian Rancheria POW WOW
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors approved two Nor-Cal EMS items: an amendment to the Exclusive Operating Area agreement (decreasing required ambulances from four to three and increasing funding from $80,000 to $125,000) and a contract modification increasing the total amount to $87,500 (an increase of $12,500) for consultant costs. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 20-020 exempting greenhouses from building permits, with an amendment prohibiting cannabis and hemp cultivation. In a non-voting action, the Board gave consensus direction to Planning and Building Services to proceed with a Regional Area Plan and General Plan update, with estimated costs of $488,770 to $1,250,000 over at least two fiscal years. The Board approved the consent agenda as amended, including a $13,282.92 copier lease, a $260,720 wraparound agreement with Lassen Family Services, and a $46,415.76 vehicle purchase.
- Approved Nor-Cal EMS EOA agreement amendment decreasing ambulances from four to three and increasing funding from $80,000 to $125,000 (5-0)
- Approved Nor-Cal EMS contract modification increasing total to $87,500, an increase of $12,500, for consultant costs (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 20-020 exempting greenhouses from building permits, as amended to prohibit cannabis/hemp cultivation (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda as amended, including copier lease, wraparound agreement, and vehicle purchase (5-0)
- Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes as amended to add direction to staff regarding separation of consolidated office (5-0)
- Approved Behavioral Health amendment with A & A Health Services, LLC for maximum $200,000 (5-0)
- Approved CalWORKs System Improvement Plan (Cal-SIP) report for submittal to State (5-0)
- Gave consensus direction to proceed with Regional Area Plan and General Plan update (no vote recorded)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the revised Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan. Other items include various departmental contracts, job classification corrections, and a proposal to hold an election for independent Auditor/Controller and Treasurer/Tax Collector offices.
- Adoption of the revised Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP)
- $57,500.46 purchase of portable messaging sign display units for Public Health
- $51,850 agreement with ECORP Consulting, Inc. for Dixie Fire damage repair
- $29,793.85 emergency purchase of Livescan equipment for the county jail
- Ordinance to repeal consolidated Auditor/Controller and Treasurer/Tax Collector offices
The Board of Supervisors approved the revised Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan and authorized its submission to the state. Other key actions included restructuring Sheriff's Office personnel and approving several emergency equipment purchases.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-019 approving the revised Big Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan (5-0)
- Approved creating Sheriff's Fiscal Manager and Account Technician positions and unfunding the Executive Assistant to the Sheriff position (5-0)
- Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance to separate the Auditor/Controller and Treasurer/Tax Collector offices by January 6, 2027 (4-1)
- Approved $57,500.46 purchase of portable messaging signs for Public Health via grant funding (5-0)
- Approved $29,793.85 emergency purchase of Livescan equipment for the jail (5-0)
- Approved $51,850 agreement with ECORP Consulting for Dixie Fire damage repair on Road A21 (5-0)
- Approved letter to CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife requesting habitat improvement at Ash Creek and Willow Creek (5-0)
- Ratified letter of opposition to listing the Greater Sage Grouse as a candidate for the CA Endangered Species Act (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a strategic plan for the county's Geographic Information System (GIS) with an estimated implementation cost of $730,000. The agenda also includes discussions on groundwater management and requests for state funding regarding gray wolf livestock damage.
- Review of GIS Strategic Plan ($730,000 implementation cost)
- Letter to California Legislature seeking funds for gray wolf livestock damage
- Resolution for off-highway vehicle use at "The Strand" in Spalding
- Groundwater exportation permit exemption for Estill Ranches
- Proposed ordinance changes regarding planning fees
The Board of Supervisors approved a strategic plan for a Geographic Information System and authorized a resolution for off-highway vehicle use in Spalding. Other actions included appointing a new alternate member to insurance boards and approving a groundwater exportation exemption for Estill Ranches.
- Directed staff to proceed with GIS Strategic Plan (estimated cost $730,000)
- Approved Resolution 24-016 for off-highway vehicle travel at Spalding (5-0)
- Appointed Budget Analyst Samantha McMullen as Alternate Member to Trindel Insurance Fund and PRISM boards (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 24-018 granting groundwater exportation permit exemption to Estill Ranches (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-017 to submit the Water Year 2023 Annual Report for Big Valley Groundwater Basin (5-0)
- Approved letter to California Legislature seeking state funds for gray wolf livestock predation compensation
- Adopted Resolution 24-015 proclaiming American Red Cross Month 2024 (5-0)
- Directed staff to proceed with a 100% cost recovery planning fee schedule
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a Memorandum of $U$ with the City of Redding for a homeless housing grant application. A public hearing is scheduled regarding administrative penalties for a public nuisance on Hummingbird Road. The meeting also includes recognition awards for long-term county employees.
- Public hearing on recovering penalties for a public nuisance on Hummingbird Rd
- MOU with City of Redding for Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program
- Funding requests: $250 to Westwood Clay Breakers, $350 to fishing derby, $400 to museum
- Recognition awards for 10, 20, and 25 years of county service
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Redding for a homeless housing grant application. They also adopted a resolution to record a lien against a property on Hummingbird Road to recover administrative penalties. The Board discussed supervisor office allocations and the failure of advisory measures regarding the Office of Finance.
- Approved MOU with City of Redding for Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-019 to record a lien against property at (No Number) Hummingbird Rd (5-0)
- Appointed Robert Tynsdall as Primary and Christy Palmer as Alternate to Susanville Veterans Memorial Building Task Force (5-0)
- Approved $250 for Westwood Clay Breakers, $350 for fishing derby, and $400 for Lassen County Museum (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from February 13, 2024 (5-0)
- Directed staff to initiate the process to separate the consolidated Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector office
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance amending county codes regarding animal keeping, uses allowed by right, and hemp provisions. The meeting also includes hearings to recover administrative penalties through property liens for several public nuisance locations. Additionally, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife will provide updates on local wildlife management.
- Proposed ordinance amending county code regarding animal keeping and hemp provisions
- Hearings to recover administrative penalties via property liens for multiple public nuisances
- Presentation by California Department of Fish and Wildlife on local species management
- Discussion regarding deer population management in urbanized areas
- Proclamation recognizing Social Worker Month
The Board approved a zoning ordinance amending county code and adopted several resolutions to record liens against properties for public nuisance penalties. Other actions included approving a $100,000 increase for courthouse renovation architectural services and a $568,000 psychiatric services contract.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-01 amending zoning code (5-0)
- Approved $100,000 increase for Lionakis courthouse architectural services (4-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-008 for nuisance lien against Yeng Yang (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-009 for nuisance lien against Mauricio Sanchez (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-010 for nuisance lien against Yang Thai (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-011 for nuisance lien against Shadow Vang (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-012 for nuisance lien against Syvichith Kong (5-0)
- Approved $568,000 agreement with Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a $1,000,000 agreement with Mar-Ric Care Home, Inc. for residential care services. They will also review a three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal totaling $472,628.94. Other items include public health staffing changes and discretionary fund requests.
- $1,000,000 agreement with Mar-Ric Care Home, Inc. for residential care services
- Three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal totaling $472,628.94
- Increase of a Public Health Nurse position from 0.5 to 1.0 FTE
- Discretionary fund requests for Lassen Grizzly Claybreakers and Big Valley Bull's Eyes
The Board of Supervisors approved a 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal with annual payments of $157,542.98, totaling $472,628.94, paid from the county's computer maintenance budget. The board also approved a zero-dollar amendment extending a Behavioral Health performance agreement with the state through June 30, 2025, and approved increasing a part-time Public Health Nurse position to full time. Two items were pulled from the agenda: the February 13 meeting minutes and a Behavioral Health agreement with Mar-Ric Care Home, Inc. worth up to $1,000,000. A CalWORKs improvement plan was presented but the board took no action and will re-agendize it.
- Approved 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal, $472,628.94 total ($157,542.98 annually) (4-0, Bridges absent)
- Approved Amendment A01 to Behavioral Health Performance Agreement #21-10088 with the state Department of Health Care Services, $0, extending term through June 30, 2025 (4-0, Bridges absent)
- Approved increasing a 0.5 FTE Public Health Nurse position to 1.0 FTE (4-0, Bridges absent)
- Approved consent agenda as amended, including discretionary fund allocations: $250 to Lassen Grizzly Claybreakers (Gallagher); $100 to Lassen Grizzly Claybreakers, $400 to Big Valley Bull's Eyes, $250 to Lassen County Sheriff's Search and Rescue (Albaugh) (4-0, Bridges absent)
- Approved letter of support for the Volcanic Legacy Community Partnership to U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Development (consent agenda)
- Received and filed Treasurer's fund balance and investment reports for November and December 2023 (consent agenda)
- Pulled from agenda: February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
- Pulled from agenda: Behavioral Health agreement with Mar-Ric Care Home, Inc., up to $1,000,000 for residential care services
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several public works bid awards for road maintenance. Other items include an audit agreement, a community forum on the TRUTH Act, and recognition awards.
- Awarding asphalt emulsion oil bid to Albina Asphalt up to $406,520.88
- Awarding asphalt rubber crack and joint sealant bid to Crafco, Inc. for $25,330.50
- Awarding 3/8” chip seal aggregate to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc. for $219,932.21
- Awarding sand for chip seal project to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc. for $28,296.30
- Approval of a $142,000 agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for the 2022/2023 fiscal year end audit
The Board of Supervisors approved several bids for materials and services for a chip seal project on County Road A2. Additionally, the Board authorized a one-time fiscal year end audit agreement and approved a federal subrecipient monitoring policy.
- Approved $406,520.88 not-to-exceed contract to Albina Asphalt for emulsion oil (5-0)
- Approved $219,932.21 contract to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc. for chip seal aggregate (5-0)
- Approved $28,296.30 contract to Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc. for sand (5-0)
- Approved $25,330.50 contract to Crafco, Inc. for asphalt rubber crack and joint sealant (5-0)
- Approved $142,000 agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for 2022/2023 fiscal year end audit (5-0)
- Approved Subrecipient Management and Monitoring Policy (5-0)
- Approved $500 expenditure for the Lassen Grizzly Clay Breakers (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from January 16 and January 23, 2024 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding administrative penalties and potential liens for three property owners following failed nuisance abatements. Additionally, the Board will receive a presentation on a $25,000 broadband planning and feasibility study.
- Public hearing: Pure Hemp Farms LLC (717-990 Juniper Ridge Rd.) regarding administrative penalties
- Public hearing: Javier Francisco Chavez Jr. (535-285 Pintail Rd.) regarding administrative penalties
- Public hearing: Estrada Carolyn (448-450 Mirage Ln, Herlong) regarding administrative penalties
- Presentation: Lassen County Broadband Planning and Feasibility Study ($25,000)
- Agreement: California Hearing Officers, LLP for mental health certification reviews ($50,000)
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors appointed John McGarva as Sheriff-Coroner to serve the remainder of a term ending in 2028, voting 5-0. The board also adopted three resolutions ordering liens for unpaid public nuisance abatement costs at properties on Juniper Ridge Rd., Pintail Rd., and Mirage Ln. In a split 4-1 vote, the board approved a $93,250 agreement with Metopio, Inc. for a Community Health Assessment, with Supervisor Albaugh dissenting. Several other items, including committee appointments and a road bridge rail project amendment, were approved on the consent agenda or by unanimous vote.
- Appointed John McGarva as Lassen County Sheriff-Coroner (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-002 ordering lien for abatement costs at 717-990 Juniper Ridge Rd. (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-003 ordering lien for abatement costs at 535-285 Pintail Rd. (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-004 ordering lien for abatement costs at 448-450 Mirage Ln., Herlong, with revised amount $29,327.12 (5-0)
- Approved $93,250 agreement with Metopio, Inc. for Community Health Assessment (4-1, Albaugh nay)
- Approved first amendment to agreement with NCE for Johnstonville Road Bridge Rail Project, total $83,530.28 (5-0)
- Approved amendment to 2023/2024 Child Support Services budget adding $113,407 in state funds (5-0)
- Approved contract with APetrow Consulting for Multi-Jurisdictional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, total $36,960 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting
The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to consider the appointment of a public employee for the position of Sheriff-Coroner. The discussion includes reviewing starting salary and benefits for the term ending in 2028.
- Appointment of Lassen County Sheriff-Coroner to serve through 2028
The Board held a special meeting consisting primarily of closed session discussions regarding the appointment of a Sheriff-Coroner. No reportable action was taken during the meeting. The appointment and remaining agenda items were moved to the February 13, 2024, meeting.
- No reportable action taken on Sheriff-Coroner appointment
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering several agreements regarding healthcare services and child care. They are also reviewing a resolution for permanent local housing funds and discussing the interview process for the Sheriff-Coroner vacancy.
- Amendment to Community Medical Specialists Inc. agreement for $117,644
- Agreement with Lassen County Office of Education for child care services for $250,003
- Resolution to direct 2019-2021 Permanent Local Housing Allocations to a reserve account
- Recognition awards for David Woginrich and Angela Lewis of the Sheriff's Office
- Discussion regarding interview options for the Lassen County Sheriff-Coroner vacancy
The Board approved a $117,644 amendment to the Community Medical Specialists Inc. agreement to increase after-hours crisis response units, passing 3-1. They also approved a $250,003 agreement with the Lassen County Office of Education for CalWORKS child care services, passing 4-0. Additionally, the Board directed staff to schedule interviews for the vacant Sheriff-Coroner position at a special meeting.
- Approved $117,644 amendment to Community Medical Specialists Inc. agreement (3-1)
- Approved $250,003 agreement with Lassen County Office of Education for child care (4-0)
- Directed staff to schedule Sheriff-Coroner vacancy interviews for a special meeting
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-003 honoring school board recognition month
- Approved annual CalVet compliance documents for Veterans Services
- Adopted resolution directing PLHA funds to a dedicated interest-bearing reserve account
- Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Received and filed correspondence from Fair Advisory Board and Fish and Game Commission
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider amendments to the General Plan and County Code regarding camping on private and public property. Additional items include contract amendments for social services, vehicle purchases, and a discretionary fund request.
- General Plan amendment for camping on private and county public property
- Ordinance to amend Title 18 of the Lassen County Code regarding camping and rezoning the Spauldling Eagle Lake Tract
- Amendment to agreement with California Department of Social Services for adoption services ($179,910 per fiscal year)
- Purchase of a replacement vehicle for Cooperative Extension ($46,280.21)
- Purchase of three pickup trucks for the Road Department ($178,070.73)
The Board approved the purchase of three pickup trucks for the Road Department and one for Cooperative Extension. They also authorized funding for adoption services and ratified a side letter agreement for peace officer wages. No action was taken on proposed camping ordinances and general plan amendments following public hearings.
- Approved $178,070.73 for three Road Department pickup trucks (5-0)
- Approved $46,280.21 for a Cooperative Extension replacement vehicle (5-0)
- Approved amendment for adoption services funding of $179,910 per fiscal year (5-0)
- Ratified side letter agreement with Lassen County Peace Officer Management Association (5-0)
- Approved $250 expenditure for Lassen County 4H (5-0)
- Approved amendment for Substance Use Disorder Services with Partnership HealthPlan of California (5-0)
- No action taken on Camping General Plan Amendment after public hearing
- No action taken on proposed camping ordinance and rezoning after public hearing
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda includes reviewing 2018–2022 financial audits and discussing the Draft Housing Strategy for the 7th Cycle Housing Element Update. The Board will also make annual appointments to various county committees and commissions.
- Review of 2018-2022 financial statements and audit reports
- Presentation of the Draft Housing Strategy
- Annual committee and commission appointments
- Retirement proclamations for Sheriff's Office staff
- Letters of support for wildfire prevention projects
The Lassen County Board of Supervisors elected Supervisor Albaugh as Chairman and Supervisor Gallagher as Vice Chairman during its organizational meeting. The board also approved annual committee appointments, letters of support for local wildfire prevention projects, several department contracts and amendments, and a contract change order for the adult detention facility safety cell improvement project. Additionally, the board received the 2018-2022 financial audits and reviewed the draft 7th Cycle Housing Element update.
- Elected Supervisor Albaugh as Chairman (4-1)
- Elected Supervisor Gallagher as Vice Chairman (4-1)
- Approved 2024 annual committee and board appointments (5-0)
- Approved letters of support for Lassen Fire Safe Council's Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention projects (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-001 to participate in the surplus personal property program (5-0)
- Approved a $75,000 agreement with Corwin Ford for road maintenance (5-0)
- Approved retirement proclamations for Dean Growdon and Gina Mineau (5-0)
- Approved a $37,330 contract change order for the Adult Detention Facility Safety Cell Improvement Project (5-0)