Mariposa County public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 19, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next regular meeting is set for January 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM.

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Mariposa County Code Compliance Advisory Committee will meet on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 5100 Bullion Street. The committee will discuss and recommend that the Board of Supervisors take actions needed for Mariposa County to participate in the State Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program, including adopting code amendments to Vehicle Abatement Code Section 8.32. Public comment will be limited to the agenda items. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Recommendation for the Board of Supervisors to adopt code amendments to Vehicle Abatement Code Section 8.32 to join the State Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to review updates on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan and upcoming grants. The body will also discuss collaboration with the Southern Sierra Ready Landscape Collab and nominate committee officers for 2026.

• Annual nominations for 2026 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion on Southern Sierra Ready Landscape Collab collaboration plan
• Review of updates to the Homebuyers Fact Sheet by UCCE
• Progress updates on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
• Discussion of upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will first consider a consent agenda of routine items, then vote on a $2,704,000 agreement with T&S Intermodal Maintenance, Inc. for a Health and Human Services Agency North County Campus remodel. The meeting also includes discussion of an emerging public health crisis regarding Kratom, adoption of FY 2025‑26 budget adjustments, and approval of a property purchase at 5130 Bullion Street. Additional actions involve repealing a pet‑permit ordinance, approving a Gateway Charter agreement with the National Park Service, and rejoining the Yosemite Sequoia Resource Conservation and Development Council.

• Approve $2,704,000 agreement with T&S Intermodal Maintenance, Inc. for HHSA North County Campus remodel
• Discussion and direction on the emerging public health crisis regarding Kratom
• Approve purchase of approximately 0.18 acres at 5130 Bullion Street, Mariposa, CA
• Approve the "Gateway Charter" agreement with the National Park Service and regional partners
• Rejoin the Yosemite Sequoia Resource Conservation and Development Council and appoint Supervisor Kiser

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee will hold a call to order, approve minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting, and hear public comments. Committee members will receive project updates and progress reports from two ad‑hoc committees and an update on the Frost Shop site activation. The group will discuss the Spring 2026 Mariposa Creek Parkway Family Day event, set goals and priorities for 2026, approve meeting dates for 2026, and elect officers for the next year.

• Approve minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting
• Progress report from the Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad‑Hoc Committee
• Update on the Frost Shop Site Activation
• Discussion of the Spring 2026 Mariposa Creek Parkway Family Day event
• Approve 2026 meeting dates

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 12, 2025 has been cancelled. As a result, no agenda items will be discussed or decided.

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The agenda listed items such as a merger discussion with the County Commission on Aging, a staff recommendation for the board of supervisors, and a quarterly statistical update, but no actions were taken.

• Discussion of possible merger with the Mariposa County Commission on Aging
• Staff direction to create a recommendation for the board of supervisors on public authority administration
• Quarterly statistical update scheduled for January 2026

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee meeting on December 11, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or actions taken.

Yosemite West District Advisory Committee

The Yosemite West District Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025 has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place, and the 2026 schedule has not yet been established.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will adopt a consent agenda that includes several health‑care grant acceptances and budget adjustments, multiple bridge‑maintenance contract extensions, and a small transportation grant use. Key health items include a $2,920,891 grant for the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Project and a $460,728 CDPH workforce development grant. The Board will also approve $200,000 for a short‑term residential therapeutic program and extend five bridge agreements through December 31, 2028. A $116 allocation from the Surface Transportation Block Grant will fund a statewide streets and roads needs assessment.

• Accept $2,920,891 Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Project grant and adjust HHSA budget
• Approve $460,728 CDPH Disease Intervention Specialist Workforce Development grant
• Approve $200,000 agreement with Oakendell, Inc. for Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program services
• Extend five bridge agreements (Oak Road, Incline Road, School House Road, Oak Grove Road, Buckeye Road) to Dec 31 2028
• Allocate $116 of Surface Transportation Block Grant funds for state streets and roads assessment

The Board adopted the consent agenda, which included acceptance of several health‑related grant awards and related budget actions. It also approved multiple service agreements for mental‑health and therapeutic programs. The Local Transportation Commission approved use of $116 from the Surface Transportation Block Grant and a purchase‑agreement amendment for the Zero Emissions Transit Yard. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Adopted acceptance of $2,920,891 Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Project grant and budget increase (unanimous)
• Adopted acceptance of $158,217 County Medical Services Program health infrastructure grant and budget increase (unanimous)
• Adopted acceptance of $128,000 Sierra‑San Joaquin Perinatal Health Program grant and budget increase (unanimous)
• Adopted acceptance of $460,728 CDPH Disease Intervention Specialist Workforce Development grant and budget increase (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Oakendell, Inc. for Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for psychiatric inpatient services (unanimous)
• Adopted use of $116 Surface Transportation Block Grant funds for statewide streets assessment (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amendment to purchase‑sale agreement for Zero Emissions Transit Yard Project (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on December 9, 2025. In a joint session with the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors, the commission will adopt a Resolution of Intention under County Code §17.128.020 directing staff to begin formal processing of the Development Code Update, including final formatting, legal review, and environmental review. Members of the public may address the commission and board as permitted by law.

• Adopt Resolution of Intention (County Code §17.128.020) to begin formal processing of the Development Code Update, covering final formatting, legal review, and environmental review

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The scheduled Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission meeting for December 8, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. The commission will reconvene at its next regular meeting on January 12, 2026.

General

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to review safety and public works reports. The body will decide on a 2026 meeting schedule and address a Gazette article.

• Approval of October 20, 2025, minutes
• Action item regarding a Gazette article
• Proposed 2026 Committee Meeting Schedule

The Airport Advisory Committee could not approve the minutes from October 20, 2025 because a proper quorum was not present, so the approval was postponed. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the committee discussed reports, calendar planning, and terminal rental status but did not adopt any resolutions.

• Postponed approval of minutes 10-20-25 due to insufficient quorum

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2025.

General

The Mariposa County General meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025 has been cancelled. Consequently, no decisions, discussions, or public hearings will occur at this time. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is convening a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The session involves a conference with legal counsel regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation.

• Closed session regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation

The Board of Supervisors adopted the full consent agenda, including multiple administrative and health agency actions, unanimously. In the Local Transportation Commission, they approved a $25,000 Caltrans reimbursement agreement, adopted a Vehicle Miles Traveled policy, and approved the 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program, all unanimously. Additional approvals included budget increases for special election revenue and health services transfers, a temporary street closure, and a new Behavioral Health Board appointment.

• Adopted consent agenda (CA1‑CA15, CA8 withdrawn) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved $25,000 Caltrans reimbursement agreement for FY 25‑26 – UNANIMOUS
• Adopted Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy – UNANIMOUS
• Approved 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved $75,000 special election revenue budget action (CA15) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved $250,000 health services transfer budget action (CA12) – UNANIMOUS
• Authorized temporary closure of through traffic on portion of 10th Street (CA14) – UNANIMOUS
• Accepted resignation of Olga Leonard and appointed Sarah Matlock to Behavioral Health Board (CA9) – UNANIMOUS

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend actions to the Board of Supervisors regarding three Land Conservation (Williamson) Act applications. The body will also discuss initiating the processing of the Mariposa County Development Code.

• Public hearing for Williamson Act Amendment Application PLAN-DIS-2025-00057 (7622 La Paloma Rd, 6853.75+/- acres)
• Public hearing for Williamson Act Application PLAN-DIS-2025-00051 (2056 White Rock Road)
• Public hearing for Williamson Act Application PLAN-DIS-2025-00036 (3366 Indian Peak Road)
• Proposed resolution to initiate processing of the Mariposa County Development Code per Section 17.128.020

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve a consent agenda of routine items, including budget actions for health services and a public hearing on a zoning map amendment.

• Approve $250,000 in transfers for Health and Human Services Agency
• Public hearing to rezone 225.46 acres to Timber Exclusive Zone
• Authorize up to $25,000 for Caltrans planning reimbursements
• Approve $60,000 in Rural CUPA funding
• Receive presentation on 2024 General Plan Annual Report

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the consent agenda, approving new health record technician positions and a $75,000 budget increase for special election revenue. They also approved a $25,000 Caltrans reimbursement agreement for FY 25‑26, adopted a Vehicle Miles Traveled policy, and endorsed the 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program. Additionally, the Board authorized a temporary closure of part of 10th Street for public safety.

• Approved creation of Health Record Technician positions (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 budget increase for Special Election revenue (unanimous)
• Authorized temporary closure of a portion of 10th Street (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 Caltrans reimbursement agreement for PPM program (unanimous)
• Adopted Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) (unanimous)

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025 at the Government Center, Upper Floor Board of Supervisors Chamber Room was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The next regular meeting is set for December 15, 2025.

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will consider a discussion and possible action on its recommendations and progress list covering the past three years. It will also approve minutes from its September 12, 2025 meeting and receive updates on ordinance progress and a case log from the Code Compliance Technician. Public comments on non‑agenda items are invited.

• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Approval of minutes from the September 12, 2025 meeting
• Discussion and possible direction regarding CCAC recommendations and progress list for the past three years
• Update from the Ad‑Hoc Committee on CAO‑led code compliance ordinances and program progress
• Case log update from Code Compliance Technician Bart Conner

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Mariposa County Commission on Aging. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss a possible merger of the two bodies.

• Discussion of merger with Commission on Aging
• UDWA Union status update
• Public Authority presentation
• Board of Supervisors, Agency, and Branch updates

The In‑Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 10 minutes. Members discussed a possible merger with the Commission on Aging but took no vote. Staff were directed to compile data on the Public Authority and to invite Commission on Aging members to the next meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2025.

• Approved November 14 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved October 10 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Assigned Janet and Jesse to prepare data on the Public Authority
• Planned invitation of Commission on Aging members to the next meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for December 12, 2025

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will consider recommendations to the Planning Director on signage applications for properties at 5010 AB Highway 140 and 5008 Highway 140, Unit E. The meeting also includes updates on the county's records preservation program, discussion of the Historic Design Review Overlay outreach schedule, and staff reports on courthouse cabling, security, and ADA remodel projects.

• Recommendation on signage at 5010 AB Highway 140 (APN 013-185-004)
• Recommendation on signage at 5008 Highway 140, Unit E (APN 013-187-001)
• Update on NPS/Mariposa County Maps Preservation and Digitization Project
• Discussion of scheduling the first Historic Design Review Overlay outreach effort
• Staff update on Courthouse AT&T cabling, security system, and ADA remodel

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution recommending that the Board of Supervisors accept the 2024 General Plan Annual Report and forward it to state housing and land‑use agencies. The meeting will also include discussion and action on a Draft Development Code Update covering Articles 5, 6, 7, and 8 of the Subdivision & Zoning Ordinances. Standard agenda items such as public comment, approval of the October 24, 2025 minutes, and future agenda planning are also scheduled.

• Public hearing: adopt resolution recommending Board accept 2024 General Plan Annual Report (County Project No. PLAN-INTER-2025-00028)
• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 5‑8 of Subdivision & Zoning Ordinances
• Approval of minutes from the Planning Commission meeting on October 24, 2025
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Future agenda items (unspecified)

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the October 24, 2025 meeting. It adopted a resolution urging the Board of Supervisors to accept the 2024 General Plan Annual Report and to forward it to the State Department of Housing and Community Development and the State Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. The commission also directed staff to bring the revised Article 5 changes to the November 21, 2025 meeting.

• Approved October 24, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Adopted resolution recommending Board accept 2024 General Plan Annual Report (5 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain)

Social Services Transportation Advisory Council

The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council will meet to make recommendations to the Local Transportation Commission regarding transit services. The council will review applications for new members and discuss unmet transit needs for a future hearing in May 2026.

• Approval of April 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of applications for new council members
• Discussion of unmet transit needs for the May 2026 hearing

The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council approved the draft meeting minutes from April 23, 2025, correcting Catherine Chase‑Lopez’s name. The motion was moved by Rachel Nabors, seconded by Catherine Chase‑Lopez, and passed unanimously with four ayes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved draft meeting minutes (April 23, 2025) – 4 ayes

Behavioral Health Board

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will approve the draft minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting, discuss high‑impact projects identified for the board, review an integrated audit report, consider the board's meeting schedule and location, and vote on recommending Sarah Matlock to the Board of Supervisors as a board member.

• Approve draft minutes of 9/3/2025 meeting
• Discuss high‑impact projects the board can lead (attachment)
• Review integrated audit report
• Discuss board meeting location, day, time, length, and onboarding
• Vote to recommend appointee Sarah Matlock to the Board of Supervisors

The board unanimously approved the draft minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously voted to recommend Sarah Matlock to the Board of Supervisors for appointment to the Behavioral Health Board. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 9/3/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Sarah Matlock for Behavioral Health Board appointment (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a resolution continuing a shelter crisis local emergency, approve various grant awards and contracts, and hold public hearings on a childcare study and a creek parkway trails project.

• Resolution continuing a shelter crisis local emergency
• Grant award from BSCC not to exceed $13,135
• Change Order with Yosemite Falls, Inc. for $78,820.43
• Public hearing: Approve closeout of CDBG childcare study
• Public hearing: Approve Mariposa Creek Parkway Hillside Trails design

The Board adopted a unanimous change order of $78,820.43 to fund emergency well work at the Midpines Fire Station. It also approved a series of consent‑agenda items covering staffing changes, salary ranges, grant acceptance, and contract amendments across multiple departments. A letter of support for the Fix Our Forests Act was ratified after removal from the consent agenda.

• Approved Change Order $78,820.43 for emergency well at Midpines Fire Station (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution CA1 continuing shelter crisis local emergency (unanimous)
• Approved allocation change for Senior Agriculture and Standards Inspector (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Evidence Technician classification revision and salary range $49,874.23‑$70,261.41 (unanimous)
• Approved overfill of Deputy District Attorney I/II position (unanimous)
• Approved addition of one Peer Support Specialist and vacated one Mental Health Assistant (unanimous)
• Accepted $13,135 grant award for Health and Human Services Agency and approved related budget action (unanimous)
• Ratified Letter of Support for the Fix Our Forests Act (unanimous)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will vote to elect a Vice Chair for the remainder of 2025. It will also consider three Williamson Act applications involving land parcels on Indian Peak Road, White Rock Road, and La Paloma Road. The meeting includes routine approvals of past meeting minutes and a review of the $3,000 income requirement set by the Board of Supervisors.

• Election of Vice Chair for the Agricultural Advisory Committee (2025 term)
• Land Conservation (Williamson) Act Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00036 – 3366 Indian Peak Road
• Land Conservation (Williamson) Act Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00051 – 2056 White Rock Road
• Land Conservation (Williamson) Act Amendment Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00057 – 7622 La Paloma Rd, 6,488.96 acres
• Annual review of the $3,000 income requirement established by Board Resolution No. 10-150

Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council

The Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council will review its current bylaws and consider recommending the council’s dissolution to the Board of Supervisors. Members will also discuss establishing a new status for the council with revised bylaws or a different meeting schedule. The meeting includes updates on the Silvertip Project and various agency reports.

• Review and discussion of current FCPAC bylaws and BOS template bylaws
• Potential action to recommend dissolution of FCPAC to the Board of Supervisors
• Potential action to establish a new status for FCPAC with new bylaws or adjusted meeting frequency
• Silvertip Project update
• Ex‑officio reports from USFS, CAL FIRE, Sheriff’s Department, NPS, Caltrans, Public Works, and Planning Commissioner

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution regarding a Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan for a property on Jerseydale Road. The body will also discuss updates to Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 of the Draft Development Code Zoning Ordinance.

• Resolution for Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan (PLAN-DIS-2025-00011) at 6800 Jerseydale Road
• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 1, 2, 3, 4 and 9 Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission approved Commissioner John McCamman's request to join the meeting by teleconference under Government Code §54953. The commission approved the minutes from the October 10 meeting. It approved a resolution confirming that the existing Non‑Industrial Timber Management Plan meets County Code and Timber Exclusive Zone requirements. Staff were directed to revise several draft development‑code definitions and language based on public comments.

• Approved Commissioner McCamman's teleconference participation request (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Herman, Smith; noes: none)
• Approved October 10, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Herman, Smith; abstain: Baggett)
• Approved resolution confirming NTMP compliance with County Code (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Herman, Smith; noes: none)
• Directed staff to remove the sentence prohibiting plants susceptible to insects and disease from Chapter 17.18
• Directed staff to replace “complies” with “meet” in the Sign Illegal definition (page 343)
• Directed staff to move the “Horizontal Surface” definition to the Airport Overlay Zone (page 327)
• Directed staff to use the State Waterboard’s definition for “Wetland” (page 349)
• Directed staff to amend the “Scenic Highway Corridor” definition to remove duplicate “Corridor” (page 341)

Commission on Aging

The Mariposa County Commission on Aging will consider public comments and approve the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will receive updates on Senate Bill 1249 and reports from the Senior Center program manager, the Adult & Aging Deputy Director, and individual commissioners. Any old business will be discussed before adjournment.

• Approval of July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates regarding SB 1249
• Senior Center Program Manager report
• Adult & Aging Deputy Director report
• Commissioners’ reports

The Commission on Aging unanimously approved the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed whether the commission is required by statute and said the issue will be taken to the county level for further consideration. Jason Allen agreed to email the Ethics online training to Nina Rhodes, Don Fox, and Candy O’Donel‑Browne. Upcoming senior‑center events and program updates were also reported.

• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Planned: Jason to send Ethics online training to Nina, Don, and Candy

Board of Supervisors

The Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $290,000 agreement with California Psychiatric Transitions, Inc. for mental health rehabilitation services. Other items include a $31,707.78 software contract for probation, extensions of wastewater plant service agreements, and proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Red Ribbon Week. The meeting also includes regular agenda items for the Local Transportation Commission and Water Agency Board, and a closed‑session personnel review.

• Approve agreement with California Psychiatric Transitions, Inc., up to $290,000 for mental health rehabilitation services
• Approve agreement with Noble Software Group, LLC, up to $31,707.78 for risk and needs assessment software
• Approve first amendment to Aqua Sierra Controls agreement extending term to June 30, 2026 for Lake Don Pedro and Yosemite West wastewater plants
• Local Transportation Commission: approve FY 25‑26 work program amendment and DOT rail transit funds agreement
• Water Agency Board: accept resignation of Mike Guenther and re‑appoint Walt "Sonny" Palmer to advisory board

The Board adopted the consent agenda unanimously, which included several agency agreements and proclamations. It approved a $290,000 contract with California Psychiatric Transitions for mental health rehabilitation services and authorized the Chair to sign. The Board also approved a software contract, an amendment to a wastewater services agreement, and a proclamation of Polio Day. Additionally, the Local Transportation Commission work program amendment was approved.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous) covering CA1‑CA9 items
• Approved $290,000 agreement with California Psychiatric Transitions for mental health rehabilitation services (Chair authorized to sign)
• Approved $31,707.78 agreement with Noble Software Group for risk and needs assessment software (Chair authorized to sign)
• Approved first amendment to Aqua Sierra Controls agreement extending term to June 30, 2026 (Chair authorized to sign)
• Proclaimed October 24, 2025 as Polio Day (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment to FY 25‑26 Local Transportation Commission Work Program (Executive Director authorized to sign)
• Proclaimed the week of Oct. 23‑31, 2025 as Red Ribbon Week
• Approved MOU with MCUSD for kindergarten oral health assessment services (Chair authorized to sign)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The scheduled October 20, 2025 meeting of the Mariposa County Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The commission will reconvene at its next regular meeting on November 10, 2025.

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The October 20, 2025, meeting of the Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its June 9, 2025 meeting. It will receive safety and public works updates and review recent member vacancies. A Gazette article will be discussed at the chair's request.

• Approve June 9, 2025 minutes
• Safety Report presentation
• Public Works Report presentation
• Vacancies: Category A term expired, Category B resigned in 2024, Category C dismissed for absences
• Discussion of Gazette article as requested by Chair Roy

The committee approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting after a motion and second, and the motion carried. Members agreed to move the discussion of a Gazette article to the next meeting. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved Gazette article discussion to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting originally set for October 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM has been moved to October 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The location remains the Board Chambers, Mariposa County Government Center, 5100 Bullion Street, Second Floor, Mariposa, CA 95338. No agenda items or decisions were listed for the rescheduled meeting.

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to adopt updated bylaws. The committee will discuss overlap of public works projects with stakeholders, request updates to a homebuyers fact sheet, review progress on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and consider upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities.

• Vote on recommendation to adopt updated MCFAC bylaws
• Discussion of public works project overlap with stakeholders
• Request for updated content for the Homebuyers Fact Sheet
• Review of CWPP progress and Table 9 updates for Jan 2026 recommendation
• Discussion of upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities (Prop 4)

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will consider approving a $1.5 million grant for the Probation Department and a $104,702 contract for juvenile legal services. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a discussion on county-maintained road miles.

• Approve $1.5M grant for Probation Department
• Approve $104,702 contract for juvenile legal services
• Approve $38,000 grant for Fire Department extrication equipment
• Approve $62,000 for Transitional Housing Program
• Discussion on County-Maintained Road Miles

The Board adopted the consent agenda items CA1‑CA11 unanimously and withdrew item CA12. It gave staff a directive to develop a process for future road swaps, cost decisions, and a five‑year review, with a six‑month timeline. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Adopted Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA11 (unanimous)
• Withdrew CA12 (public works agreement with Caltrans)
• Directed staff to develop a road‑swap process, cost‑decision method, and five‑year review, with a six‑month deadline (consensus)
• Approved $104,702 agreement with Superior Court for juvenile dependency and right‑to‑counsel services (CA2)
• Accepted $38,000 California Office of Traffic Safety grant for fire extrication equipment (CA5)
• Approved $1,500,000 DHCS grant and budget action for Probation Department (CA11)
• Approved $45,000 budget transfer for HHSA behavioral health overhead (CA7)
• Approved $62,000 housing allocation for transitional housing and navigation program (CA9)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit application for a property on Stroming Rd. The body will also discuss the Development Code Update and the adoption process and schedule.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00041 (5076 Stroming Rd)
• Presentation on the Limited Density Owner-Built Rural Dwelling Ordinance (LDRD) & Program
• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code Update, Article 5 Subdivision Ordinance
• Discussion on the Development Code adoption process and schedule

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the August 22, 2025 meeting. It adopted a resolution granting a conditional use permit for 5076 Stroming Rd in the General Commercial Zone. The commission voted to table the Draft Development Code Article 5 Subdivision Ordinance until the October 24, 2025 meeting. Staff were directed to continue with the remaining 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approved August 22, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous, Baggett excused)
• Adopted Conditional Use Permit Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00041 for 5076 Stroming Rd (unanimous, Baggett excused)
• Tabled Draft Development Code Article 5 Subdivision Ordinance to Oct 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous, Baggett excused)
• Directed staff to proceed with remaining 2025 Planning Commission meeting schedule (consensus)

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will approve the October 10th agenda and the September 12th minutes. It will receive a union status update and updates from the Board of Supervisors and agency representatives. A quarterly statistical update will be presented, and any new business will be discussed before setting the next meeting date.

• Approve October 10th, 2025 agenda
• Approve September 12th, 2025 minutes
• Union status update (UDWA)
• Board of Supervisors and agency updates
• Quarterly statistical update

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee met with a quorum and unanimously approved the October 10, 2025 agenda. It also unanimously approved the September 12, 2025 meeting minutes. No other motions were taken; the remaining items were informational updates. The next meeting is set for November 14, 2025.

• Approved October 10, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved September 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Board Chambers of the Mariposa County Government Center has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for November 14, 2025 at 2 PM.

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda of routine items, adopt several three‑year memoranda of understanding, and adopt an artificial intelligence policy. The meeting also includes public hearings to amend the county zoning map for APN 004‑010‑012 and to approve cancellations of Williamson Act and related land‑conservation applications. Additional actions involve approving grant and service agreements with specified dollar amounts.

• Public hearing to amend the zoning map, changing APN 004‑010‑012 from General Forest and Mountain Home zones to Resort Commercial (7567 Hamilton Station Loop, Groveland)
• Public hearing to approve Williamson Act/Land Conservation Act cancellation applications (PLAN‑DIS‑2025‑00010,‑00011,‑00009,‑00008)
• Accept a $300,000 grant from the California Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025‑2026
• Approve an agreement with St. Helena Hospital for mental health services up to $200,000
• Accept an $18,000 donation from Mariposa Friends of the Library for library supplies and materials

The Board of Supervisors adopted the entire consent agenda unanimously, approving multiple staffing allocations, inter‑agency agreements, and grant awards. Highlights include adding two full‑time maintenance workers, a public works superintendent, and increasing the health officer FTE. The Board also accepted a $300,000 grant from the California Tobacco Control Program and approved library funding and other service agreements.

• Approved addition of two full‑time permanent Maintenance Worker I/II positions in Public Works Solid Waste Division (unanimous)
• Approved addition of one full‑time Public Works Superintendent position (unanimous)
• Approved increase of the County Health Officer FTE from 50% to 60% (unanimous)
• Accepted $300,000 grant from the California Tobacco Control Program for FY 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with St. Helena Hospital for up to $200,000 in mental health services (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with American Indian Council of Mariposa County for up to $118,990 in counseling services (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with ZND Residential Inc. for up to $200,000 for Short‑Term Residential Therapeutic Program services (unanimous)
• Accepted $18,000 donation from Mariposa Friends of the Library and increased library budget to use the funds (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission has cancelled both the September 12, 2025 and October 3, 2025 meetings. The next scheduled meeting is set for October 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM.

• Cancelled meetings: September 12, 2025 and October 3, 2025
• Rescheduled meeting: October 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
• Location: Mariposa County Government Center, 5100 Bullion Street

Wawona Town Planning Advisory Council

The Wawona Town Planning Advisory Council will discuss and possibly act on a memorandum of understanding between Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County. The meeting also includes selecting a chair, vice chair, and secretary for the council, and reviewing an EMS reimbursable agreement with the National Park Service. Additional items cover a local agency formation policy and updates on fire protection and cross‑deputy staffing agreements.

• Selection of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for Wawona TPAC
• MOU Between Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County
• Board of Supervisors discussion and action on the Yosemite‑Mariposa MOU
• Reimbursable Agreement for Emergency Medical Service (EMS) between Mariposa County and the U.S. Department of Interior National Park Services, Yosemite National Park
• County Special District 2‑W (Wawona) Local Agency Formation Policy

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 4, 2025 meeting. The planned MOU item with Yosemite National Park was withdrawn because NPS representatives were absent. The draft 2025 annual report was adopted. The committee also adopted the proposed bylaw language that clarifies the scope and purpose of the WTPAC.

• Approved April 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Withdrew MOU item with Yosemite National Park due to absent NPS representatives
• Adopted WTPAC 2025 draft annual report (adopted)
• Adopted revised bylaw language clarifying committee scope (adopted)

LTC Technical Advisory Committee

The Mariposa County Local Transportation Commission Technical Advisory Committee will vote on allowing Commissioner Poe to join via teleconference under Government Code 54953. It will approve the draft minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting and review the Draft OWP FY 2025‑26 Amendment I to make recommendations. The committee will also consider any new transportation items before adjourning until a February 2025 meeting.

• Vote to permit Commissioner Poe to participate by teleconference under Government Code 54953 (f) and (j)(1)
• Approve draft meeting minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting
• Review Draft OWP FY 2025‑26 Amendment I and make recommendations
• Consider any new items regarding transportation in Mariposa County
• Adjourn until a February 2025 meeting (date and time TBD)

The Technical Advisory Committee voted to allow Commissioner Shannon Poe to join via teleconference under the emergency clause. The committee also approved the corrected February 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Finally, the Draft Overall Work Program FY 2025‑26 Amendment I was approved with added highlighting of SB1 Grant Funds.

• Approved teleconference participation for Commissioner Shannon Poe (all aye)
• Approved corrected Draft Meeting Minutes from February 5, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved Draft OWP FY 2025‑26 Amendment I with SB1 Grant Funds highlighted (all aye)

Behavioral Health Board

The meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 5, 2025.

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will consider a request to waive the second reading of an ordinance and adopt an amendment to Title 15 of the County Code, which covers building and construction regulations. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Building Department on building programs and related ordinances. A supervisor will seek approval to participate via teleconference.

• Waive second reading and adopt amendment to Mariposa County Code Title 15, Building and Construction
• Supervisor Poe's request to join the meeting by teleconference
• Presentation by the Building Department on building programs and ordinances

The Board adopted Supervisor Poe's request to participate via teleconference under Government Code §54953, with a unanimous vote. The Board also waived the second reading and adopted an amendment to Mariposa County Code Title 15, Building and Construction, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopt teleconference participation request (unanimous; mover Menetrey, seconder Toso)
• Waive second reading and adopt building code amendment (unanimous; mover Menetrey, seconder Toso)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for October 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM.

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to review activity reports and discuss specific fire safety projects. The committee will also hold nominations and voting for officer roles.

• Discussion on Realtor Fire Safe Informational Packet content and process
• Discussion of the 22143 Bootjack Project with Yosemite Sequoia RC&DC
• Review of Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) progress
• Display of extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS
• Nomination and voting of MCFAC Officers

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution continuing a local shelter crisis emergency, approve legal service agreements, and authorize the purchase of land in Coulterville. The meeting also includes public hearings on a General Plan amendment and a zoning change in Groveland.

• Resolution continuing shelter crisis local emergency
• Agreement with Alliance for Community Transformations up to $150,000
• Agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare up to $300,000
• Public hearing on General Plan amendment in Groveland
• Public hearing on zoning change in Groveland

The Board adopted the entire consent agenda, approving multiple health, public works and grant items, including a $30,000 health services grant and airport infrastructure funding. The Local Transportation Commission unanimously approved a Letter of Understanding to loan $2,072,346 in CMAQ funds to the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, with repayment set for October 2027. The Board also unanimously approved the 2023‑2028 County Self‑Improvement Plan for the California Child and Family Services Review.

• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA11 (various health, public works and grant actions) – Adopted (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $30,000 Health and Human Services grant (CA5)
• Approved $164,523 Airport Infrastructure Grant transfer (CA10)
• Approved $142,477 FAA Grant transfer for Airport Improvement Plan (CA11)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Native Solutions Family Guidance Center (CA8)
• Approved $460,728 DIS Workforce Development Grant application (CA6)
• Approved Letter of Understanding to exchange $2,072,346 CMAQ funds with SLOCOG – Adopted (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved 2023‑2028 County Self‑Improvement Plan for C‑CFSR – Adopted (UNANIMOUS)

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee will approve minutes from its June 16 and August 18 meetings, hear public comments on non‑agenda items, and receive updates on several creative‑arts projects. The agenda includes a project update on the MCACI Artist in Residency Program, progress reports from two ad‑hoc committees, and an update on the Frost Shop site activation.

• Approve minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Project update: MCACI Artist in Residency Program (CPS Project #4; CPS Program #3)
• Update on the Frost Shop Site Activation from Xav Dubois (CPS Project #3)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meetings scheduled for September 12, 2025, and October 3, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meeting is set for October 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

• Cancelled: September 12, 2025 meeting
• Cancelled: October 3, 2025 meeting
• Rescheduled: October 10, 2025 meeting
• Location: Board Chambers, Mariposa County Government Center
• Time: 9:00 AM

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will hear public comments, approve the current agenda and the August 8th minutes, receive a union status update, and get a quarterly statistical update due in October. The meeting also includes updates from the Board of Supervisors and agency representatives. No specific policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Comments – up to five minutes per person
• Approval of September 12th, 2025 agenda
• Approval of August 8th, 2025 minutes
• UDWA – Union Status Update
• Quarterly Stat Update – due October 2025

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee approved the September 12, 2025 agenda and the August 8, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. Staff were tasked to look into reduced‑rate internet for seniors, obtain Mental Health First Aid training information, and send ethics‑training materials to members. An enrollment session scheduled for September 24 was canceled and will be rescheduled for October 8.

• Approved September 12, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved August 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Jason to investigate reduced‑rate internet for seniors (assigned)
• Jason to provide Mental Health First Aid training info to members (assigned)
• Jason to send ethics‑training copies to Mary D. and Darlene and a link to Eva (assigned)
• Enrollment session on 9/24 canceled; next session set for 10/8 (canceled)

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider a discussion and possible direction for preparing recommendations and a progress list covering the past three years. The agenda also includes approval of July 11, 2025 minutes, updates from the Ad‑Hoc Committee and the Code Compliance Technician, and a presentation on the Tyler Permitting System. Public comment on non‑agenda items is invited via written submission or teleconference.

• Discussion and possible direction to prepare CCAC recommendations and progress list for past 3 years
• Update from Ad‑Hoc Committee members on CAO‑led code‑compliance ordinances and program progress
• Case log update from Code Compliance Technician Bart Conner
• Presentation by Interim Building Director Corrina Miranda on workflow of the Tyler Permitting System
• Public comment on non‑agenda items (written comments or teleconference participation)

The committee approved the June 13, 2025 minutes with a 5‑aye vote. It then approved Gabe Edwards, Colleen Rhodes, and Floyd Davis to join an Ad‑Hoc Committee that will draft the Code Compliance Ordinances and Program Documents. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved June 13, 2025 minutes (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused)
• Approved Edwards, Rhodes, and Davis to join Ad‑Hoc Committee (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $150,000 increase to an agreement with CSG Consultants for contingent staffing. Additional consent items cover staff reclassifications, a $1,402 mental health services agreement, a $58,400 sheriff's POST academy reimbursement, and a $29,335.15 air quality grant. The meeting also includes public comment periods and a closed‑session labor negotiation conference.

• CA4 – Approve $150,000 amendment to CSG Consultants agreement (total not to exceed $220,000)
• CA2 – Change Administrative Analyst I/II position to Administrative Technician
• CA8 – Approve agreement with CalMHSA up to $1,402 for state hospital program services
• CA11 – Approve $58,400 increase for Sheriff's Office POST academy reimbursements
• CA12 – Ratify $29,335.15 California Air Resources Board grant for community air protection

The Board adopted the entire consent agenda unanimously, including approvals for staffing changes, reclassifications, and several agency agreements. A $150,000 amendment was added to the CSG Consultants contract, raising its ceiling to $220,000. The Board also adopted a proclamation declaring September 9, 2025 as California’s 175th Birthday.

• Adopted CA1: Continuing shelter crisis local emergency (unanimous)
• Adopted CA2: Change Administrative Analyst I/II to Administrative Technician (effective immediately) (unanimous)
• Adopted CA3: Two re‑classifications in Clerk of the Board Department and rescinded prior allocations (unanimous)
• Adopted CA4: First amendment to CSG Consultants agreement, increasing amount by $150,000 (total not to exceed $220,000) (unanimous)
• Adopted CA6: Letter of support for Mariposa Fire Safe Council grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted CA7: Resolution of intention to apply for Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program Round 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted CA8: Agreement with CalMHSA for State Hospital Program services, up to $1,402 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring September 9 2025 as California’s 175th Birthday (unanimous)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will discuss updates on the Records Preservation Program and the Historic Design Review Overlay. The body may take action to recommend updates regarding the Assessor’s Office project on NPS/Mariposa County maps.

• Potential action on NPS/Mariposa County Maps Preservation and Digitization Project update
• Discussion of draft Historic Design Review Overlay outreach presentation
• Update on Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines
• Discussion on Certified Local Government (CLG)
• Review of Historic Resource Inventory Database

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The session has been rescheduled for September 12, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Board Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to September 12, 2025
• Location: Mariposa County Government Center, 5100 Bullion Street

Behavioral Health Board

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will convene to approve meeting minutes and discuss high-impact projects. Staff will provide reports on finances and quality assurance.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on high-impact projects for the Behavioral Health Board
• Staff reports on finances and quality assurance
• Public comments on agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025

The Behavioral Health Board approved the draft minutes of the August 6, 2025 meeting after correcting three clerical errors. All members present voted “aye” with no opposition. No other actions were taken; new business was none and the next meeting is set for November 5, 2025.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss adopting ordinances for fire hazard severity zones and animal control, including a new vicious dog ordinance. The body is also reviewing several grant agreements and contracts for health, probation, and planning services.

• Ordinance designating Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps developed by CAL FIRE
• Ordinance amending animal control codes and adding a 'Vicious Dog Ordinance'
• Cooperative Agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for $119,994
• Grant Agreement with HUD for $38,414 for the Homeless Continuum of Care Program
• Public hearing for sealed bids for a 5-year grazing lease at APN 011-190-011 in Hornitos

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors adopted the consent agenda items, including health, housing, library and other agency approvals, with a unanimous vote. The Board also adopted a resolution to remove CA3 from the consent agenda, with one supervisor abstaining. Finally, the Board waived a second reading and unanimously adopted the Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance into County Code Section 8.04.

• Adopted consent agenda items CA1‑CA15 (UNANIMOUS) – mover: Danette Toso, seconder: Shannon Poe
• Adopted removal of CA3 (minutes approval) – AYES: Smallcombe, Toso, Poe, Kiser; ABSTAINED: Menetrey
• Adopted Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance (UNANIMOUS) – mover: Miles Menetrey, seconder: Danette Toso; AYES: Menetrey, Smallcombe, Toso, Poe, Kiser

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the zoning of a property in Groveland to Resort Commercial. The body will also discuss updates to the Development Code and receive a presentation on yurts.

• Public hearing for General Plan/Zoning Amendment Application No. Plan-DIS-2025-00023 to change APN 004-010-012 (7567 Hamilton Station Loop, Groveland) from General Forest and Mountain Home zones to Resort Commercial
• Informational presentation on Yurts
• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 4 and 8 Zoning Ordinance
• Progress update on Article 5 Subdivision Ordinance Draft

The Planning Commission approved the General Plan/Zoning Amendment that reclassifies APN 004‑010‑012 at 7567 Hamilton Station Loop from General Forest and Mountain Home zones to Resort Commercial. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting. It increased the state‑required density bonus from 5% to 10% and adopted revised language for recreational‑vehicle code requirements. Several draft code provisions were removed or sent back to staff for further review, including language on remote workforce housing and workforce‑housing density limits.

• Approved General Plan/Zoning Amendment changing APN 004‑010‑012 to Resort Commercial (adopted, unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 8, 2025 meeting (approved, unanimous)
• Increased density‑bonus threshold from 5% to 10% (adopted)
• Adopted revision to RV code language removing “including code compliant” (adopted)
• Removed phrase “the density cannot exceed the base parcel zoning” from Remote Workforce Housing draft (removed)
• Directed staff to review and edit workforce‑housing language in the draft code (action)
• Removed reference to “California Building Code” in RV temporary‑occupancy section per public comment (removed)
• Added “per shift” clarification to emergency‑shelter staff‑parking requirement (added)

Water Agency Advisory Board

The Water Agency Advisory Board will meet to hear a presentation from Mark Thomas/Blackwater. The discussion will focus on the preparation of a Drought Resiliency Plan.

• Presentation by Mark Thomas/Blackwater regarding Drought Resiliency Plan Preparation

The Water Agency Advisory Board held a special meeting to review the drought resiliency plan and related grant requirements. Members discussed the executed contract with Blackwater, the need for a kickoff meeting, budget reservations, and timeline concerns, but no motions were voted on or approved. The meeting adjourned at 4:04 PM, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for September 18.

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss activity reports and provide recommendations on fire safety initiatives. The body will review grant support and community wildfire protection progress.

• Discussion on Fire Risk Reduction Communities List application and status
• Letter of Support for Stumpfield Fuel Break Maintenance Project (SNC Grant)
• Discussion on Yosemite Sequoia RC&DC annual meeting and project tour
• Collaborative float for the Mariposa Labor Day Parade
• Display of extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a recommendation for the county board to sign a letter of support for the Mariposa Fire Safe Council’s SNC grant proposal for the Stumpfield Fuel Break Maintenance Project, with one member recused and another abstaining. No other agenda items resulted in action.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to sign letter of support for Stumpfield Fuel Break Maintenance Project SNC grant (unanimous; 1 recusal, 1 abstention)

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including several grant applications and budget transfers. A Local Transportation Commission item will approve a Letter of Understanding to exchange $2,072,346 in Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement funds with the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments. Regular agenda items include approval of the 2023‑2028 County Self‑Improvement Plan for the California Child and Family Services Review and a health department update.

• Approve Letter of Understanding to exchange $2,072,346 CMAQ funds with SLOCOG (Local Transportation Commission)
• Approve CDPH Disease Intervention Specialist workforce development grant application for $460,728 over five years (Health and Human Services)
• Approve Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Population Health Needs Assessment grant acceptance of $30,000 (Health and Human Services)
• Approve transfer of $164,523 to Airport Rehabilitation Fund for Airport Infrastructure Grant (Public Works)
• Approve transfer of $142,477 to Airport Rehabilitation Fund for FAA Airport Improvement Plan grant (Public Works)

The Board unanimously approved a $2,072,346 loan of Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement funds to the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments. It also adopted several health‑services agreements and grant applications, and approved two airport grant submissions and related fund transfers. All actions were recorded as adopted without dissent.

• Approved $2,072,346 CMAQ loan to SLOCOG (unanimous)
• Approved Health & Human Services MOU with CalFIRE (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 grant‑fund revenue increase for HHSA (unanimous)
• Approved $460,728 CDPH DIS Workforce Development grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $13,135 Edward Byrne JAG training grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Native Solutions Family Guidance Center (unanimous)
• Approved $164,523 airport infrastructure grant fund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved $142,477 FAA airport improvement plan fund transfer (unanimous)

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss progress on public arts and creative placemaking initiatives. The meeting includes updates on artist residency planning and the Frost Shop site activation.

• MCACI Artist in Residency Program Planning Project update
• Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad-Hoc Committee progress report
• Presentation of Public Art Story Map by County Staff
• Public Art Review Process Ad-Hoc Committee progress report
• Frost Shop Site Activation update from Xav Dubois

The committee approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Chair Burns and a second by McCrory. The June 16, 2025 minutes were tabled because the meeting lacked a quorum and will be reconsidered at the September meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• July 21, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Burns, seconded by McCrory)
• June 16, 2025 minutes tabled due to lack of quorum
• Committee adjourned at 12:48 PM

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider and likely approve the Consent Agenda, which includes routine resolutions and contracts such as a $2.5 million amendment for school‑based mental health services and a $260,840 task order for construction administration. The Board will also waive the first reading and introduce a new Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance that adopts CAL FIRE maps into the County Code. Additional presentations will be received from Yosemite National Park, the Central Sierra Economic Development District, and Caltrans District 10.

• Approve $2,500,000 amendment to grant for school‑based mental health services (CA9)
• Approve $260,840 task order with KPA Group for North Campus construction administration (CA11)
• Approve $12,844 amendment to Axon contract for Body‑Worn cameras, total not to exceed $324,707.73 (CA14)
• Approve $9,000 agreement with Environmental Permitting Specialists for consultation (CA15)
• Waive first reading and introduce Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance adopting CAL FIRE maps (Regular Agenda Item 4)

The Board adopted the entire consent agenda, approving multiple agency agreements and grants. Notably, it approved a first amendment to a grant with the Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission for up to $2,500,000 to fund school‑based mental health services. It also approved a $500 library grant, a $12,844 amendment for body‑worn cameras, and authorized the county‑sponsored 250th‑birthday celebration of the United States. All items were adopted with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adopted Consent Agenda (CA1‑CA16) (4‑0)
• Approved $2,500,000 amendment for school‑based mental health services (CA9) (4‑0)
• Approved $500 Tangled Bank Studios grant for library program (CA13) (4‑0)
• Approved $12,844 amendment for body‑worn cameras (CA14) (4‑0)
• Approved $260,840 task order for Health & Human Services North Campus project (CA11) (4‑0)
• Approved $9,000 environmental permitting agreement (CA15) (4‑0)
• Approved $1,800 air‑pollution monitoring agreement (CA16) (4‑0)
• Declared July 4 2026 the U.S. 250th‑birthday celebration a county‑sponsored event and authorized related permits and letters (CA2) (4‑0)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on August 11, 2025. The only substantive item is a closed‑session discussion to fill the Development Services Director position. All other agenda items are standard procedural matters.

• Closed‑session consideration of hiring a Development Services Director

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to add an urgent public employee discipline, possible termination/dismissal item to the agenda. After the vote, the Board held two closed‑session meetings—one on the employee discipline matter and another on filling a Development Services Director position. No other actions were taken before the meeting adjourned at 12:55 PM.

• Unanimous (5-0) vote to add urgent public employee discipline item to agenda
• Closed session held on public employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Closed session held on public employee employment title to be filled (Development Services Director)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution that amends the conditions and site plan for Conditional Use Permit No. 231 (Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00022). The applicant is Brian Fulce and the owner is Hardick Mahant, with Assessor Parcel Number 013-130-028. The Commission will also discuss and act on draft updates to Development Code Articles 6‑9 of the Zoning Ordinance. Minutes from the July 18, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Public hearing: Resolution to approve amended conditions for Conditional Use Permit No. 231 (APPL PLAN-DIS-2025-00022)
• Approval of July 18, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 6‑9, Zoning Ordinance

The Planning Commission approved the July 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It then adopted a resolution approving Amended Conditions Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00022, which modifies Conditional Use Permit No. 231 to add a 2,000‑sq‑ft residential area at 5001 County Park Road and declares the project exempt from environmental review. No other actions were finalized; remaining items were discussed for future code updates.

• Approved July 18, 2025 minutes (AYES: all 5 commissioners; ABSTAIN: Herman)
• Adopted resolution approving Amended Conditions Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00022 for Permit 231 (AYES: all 5 commissioners; NOES: none)

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Advisory Committee will convene to approve the August 8th agenda and July 11th minutes, receive updates from the Union of Domestic Workers of America, and discuss committee and Board of Supervisors business.

• Approval of August 8th agenda and July 11th minutes
• UDWA Union Status Update
• Board of Supervisors and Public Authority updates
• Quarterly Stat Update due October 2025

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee approved the August 8, 2025 agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved the July 11, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved August 8, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 8, 2025 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this time. The next regular meeting is set for September 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM. No agenda items are available for this cancelled meeting.

Behavioral Health Board

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will review and set direction for high‑impact projects it may lead with county partners. The meeting also includes a veteran presentation, updates on behavioral health education, and an overview of upcoming changes. Staff and community partners will give brief reports, and public comments are allowed.

• Discussion of high‑impact projects the board can lead with county partnership
• Jesse Salcedo veteran presentation (up to 10 minutes)
• Behavioral health education update
• Overview of upcoming behavioral health changes
• Staff reports on health services, finances, and quality assurance

The Behavioral Health Board met on August 6, 2025 with a quorum and approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting after a motion and second, with all members voting aye. No other actions were decided; the board discussed high‑impact project ideas and heard presentations on a veterans memorial and Proposition 1, but no votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 1:30 p.m., and the next meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2025.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on continuing a shelter crisis local emergency and approving multiple health and fire safety agreements. The meeting includes a session of the Local Transportation Commission to allocate State of Good Repair funds.

• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with Transformations Counseling and Community Services not to exceed $592,494
• Agreement with Mariposa County Office of Education for school-based mental health services not to exceed $573,000
• MOU between Sheriff's Office and HHSA for jail-based services not to exceed $1,071,145
• Resolution of intention to lease real property APN 011-190-011 in the Hornitos Area for grazing

The Board adopted the consent agenda, approving multiple health‑service contracts including a $1,071,145 memorandum of understanding for jail‑based services (CA20). It also approved a $592,494 counseling services agreement (CA12) and a $115,351 recovery services agreement (CA14). Two airport grant items (CA21, CA22) were withdrawn, and a fire‑grant support letter (CA11) was adopted separately after a vote.

• Approved MOU between Mariposa County Sheriff's Office and Health & Human Services Agency for up to $1,071,145 jail‑based services (CA20) – Adopted
• Approved Agreement with Transformations Counseling for up to $592,494 counseling services (CA12) – Adopted
• Approved Agreement with Native Solutions Family Guidance Center for up to $115,351 recovery services (CA14) – Adopted
• Approved Addendum to Smith and Newell agreement up to $73,700 (FY23‑24 audit) and $78,120 (FY24‑25 audit) (CA4) – Adopted
• Approved budget action reducing General Fund contingency and increasing Indigent Defense appropriations by $48,314 (CA5) – Adopted (4/5ths vote required)
• Approved Letter of Support for Happy Goat Inc.’s CAL FIRE grant application (CA10) – Adopted
• Approved Agreement with Barth Roofing Company for up to $71,800 roof replacement at County Government Center (CA23) – Adopted
• Approved Agreement with Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office Coroner’s Division for up to $150,000 forensic pathology services (CA25) – Adopted

Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council

The Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council will approve the draft minutes from the May 3, 2025 meeting and hear updates on the Silvertip Project and various agency reports. Public comment on non‑agenda items will be accepted. The council will discuss two committee actions: a recommendation to dissolve the advisory council and a proposal to change its status or meeting frequency. Future agenda items and the date of the next meeting will also be addressed.

• Potential Action to Recommend Dissolution of FCPAC to Board of Supervisors
• Potential Action to Establish New Status of FCPAC and/or Adjust Meeting Frequency
• Silvertip Project Update
• Ex‑Officio Reports from USFS, CAL FIRE, Sheriff’s Department, NPS, Caltrans, Public Works, etc.
• Firewise Report

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 25, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 8, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 8, 2025

Commission on Aging

The Mariposa County Commission on Aging will hear updates on SB 1249, review reports from the Senior Center Program Manager and the Adult & Aging Deputy Director, and consider commissioners' individual reports. The meeting includes public comment, approval of the April 23, 2025 minutes, and discussion of any old business.

• Updates regarding SB 1249 (item 4a)
• Senior Center Program Manager report (item 5)
• Adult & Aging Deputy Director report (item 6)
• Commissioners’ individual reports (item 7)
• Approval of April 23, 2025 meeting minutes (item 3)

The Commission on Aging approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. A notice of the required ethics training for members was distributed, with members instructed to submit certificates. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Distributed notice of biennial ethics training requirement for members

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee is meeting to review project updates and committee business. The body will discuss the creation of an ad-hoc committee to establish a process for reviewing and approving public art projects.

• MCACI Artist in Residency Program Planning Project updates
• Progress report from the Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad-Hoc Committee
• Update on the Frost Shop Site Activation
• Proposal to create an Ad-Hoc committee for public art project review and approval

The committee decided to postpone approval of the June 2024 meeting minutes to the August 18 agenda because a quorum was not present. It also approved the creation of an ad‑hoc committee to develop a process for reviewing and approving public‑art projects, naming Gail Dreifus, Cara Goger, Jeannetta Phillips and June McCrory as members.

• Deferred approval of June 2024 minutes to the August 18 agenda (no quorum)
• Approved formation of an Ad‑Hoc committee to establish a public‑art review process; members: Gail Dreifus, Cara Goger, Jeannetta Phillips, June McCrory

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission will consider several items, including approval of the May 30 and June 6, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will select members for a County Administrative Officer‑led ad‑hoc committee to draft code‑compliance ordinances. The commission will also discuss and potentially adopt a draft Development Code update covering Zoning Ordinance Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9.

• Approve May 30, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Approve June 6, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Select Planning Commission members for an ad‑hoc committee to write code‑compliance ordinances
• Discuss and act on draft Development Code update (Zoning Ordinance Articles 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9)
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

The Planning Commission approved the May 30 and June 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the appointment of Commissioners Art Baggett and Warren Gray to the County Administrative Officer’s Ad‑Hoc Committee on code compliance. The commission reached consensus to change the required setbacks to 30 feet.

• Approved May 30, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Smith, McCamman)
• Approved June 6, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Smith, McCamman)
• Approved appointment of Commissioners Baggett and Gray to the Ad‑Hoc Code Compliance Committee (ayes: Baggett, Gray, Herman, Smith)
• Adopted 30‑foot setback requirement (consensus reached by the commission)

Water Agency Advisory Board

The board will consider action regarding a Blackwater Consulting presentation and discuss the preparation of a Drought Resiliency Plan. Members will also receive updates on a settlement fund and a deposit of approximately $2 million from MID.

• Action regarding Blackwater Consulting presentation
• Drought Resiliency Plan Preparation presentation by Mark Thomas
• Update on approximately $2 million deposit from MID
• MID Settlement Fund update
• Public Works update via the Drought and Water Shortage Task Force

The Water Agency Advisory Board approved the minutes from July 18 2024, Jan 29 2025 and May 22 2025, each with all members in favor. The board deferred the Blackwater Consulting action to the September meeting. It agreed to hold a special meeting on Aug 21 2025 at 3:00 PM for Mark Thomas’s presentation. The Drought and Water Shortage Task Force was adjourned and the board reconvened.

• Approved July 18 2024 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Jan 29 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved May 22 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Deferred Blackwater Consulting action to September meeting
• Scheduled special meeting Aug 21 2025 at 3:00 PM for Mark Thomas presentation
• Adjourned Drought and Water Shortage Task Force and reconvened as Board

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss activity reports and provide recommendations for the Board of Supervisors. The body will review wildfire prevention support letters and updates to CEQA requirements.

• Recommendation for Board of Supervisor support for Wildfire Prevention Letters of Support (County Fire, Happy Goat Farm, Mariposa Resource Conservation District)
• Discussion on Mariposa County Fire Real Estate Packet contents
• Discussion on SB 131 - PRC 21080.49 regarding CEQA requirement updates
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) progress and updates
• Display of extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding the adoption of the road maintenance fee structure for Countywide Service Area No. 1 and the placement of delinquent user fees on the property tax roll for FY 25-26. The meeting also includes several administrative appointments and health agency updates.

• Public hearing to adopt road maintenance fee structure for Countywide Service Area No. 1 for FY 25-26
• Public hearing to place special districts' delinquent user fees on the FY 25-26 property tax roll
• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Contract amendment with Guardian RFID for an inmate tracking system increasing the amount by $26,672 to a total not to exceed $60,000
• Acceptance of an $8,500 grant from NEHA-FDA to reduce food-borne illness risk factors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors adopted the entire Consent Agenda, which included approvals for health and human services grants, planning committee appointments, and sheriff's office amendments. The board also adopted the current fee structure for Countywide Service Area No. 1 road maintenance, authorizing the fee to be placed on the property‑tax roll for fiscal year 2025‑26. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (CA1‑CA12) (unanimous)
• Adopted fee structure for Countywide Service Area No. 1 road maintenance, to be funded via property tax FY25‑26 (unanimous)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will meet to review project updates. The body will discuss and provide recommendations on a draft outreach presentation for the Historic Design Review Overlay to community stakeholders.

• Discussion and recommendations on DRAFT Historic Design Review Overlay Outreach Presentation
• Updates on Records Preservation Program
• Updates on Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines
• Updates on Certified Local Government (CLG)
• Updates on Historic Resource Inventory Database

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Clay River, seconded by Jeanetta Phillips, and passed with six ayes, zero nays and one excused member. The commission discussed updates to the Historic Design Review Overlay outreach presentation and other projects, but no further actions were voted on. The meeting adjourned at 10:22 A.M.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Excused)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meetings scheduled for June 27, 2025, and July 11, 2025, have been cancelled. The meetings have been rescheduled for July 18, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will meet to review agency updates and union status. The body will also address a quarterly stat update due in July 2025.

• UDWA Union Status Update
• Quarterly Stat Update due July 2025
• Updates from Board of Supervisors, Public Authority, and IHSS

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee approved the July 11 agenda and the June 13 minutes by unanimous vote. Members were instructed that ethics training is now required, with letters containing instructions shared and to be emailed. Quarterly statistics were presented and the next meeting was scheduled for August 8, 2025.

• Approved July 11, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved June 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Mandated ethics training for all members; instructions letters distributed and will be emailed

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will discuss the selection of members for an Ad Hoc Committee tasked with writing code compliance ordinances and program documents. The body will also review a process flow chart for violations and clean-up and discuss the committee's direction and purpose.

• Selection of Ad Hoc Committee members to write code compliance ordinances and program documents
• Discussion on flow chart of the process for violation and clean up
• Discussion regarding clarity of CCAC direction and purpose
• Approval of June 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a resolution to continue a shelter crisis local emergency. The meeting includes several contract amendments for health services and the approval of dietary services for the county jail.

• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with Trinity Services Group for $255,179.46 for Mariposa County Jail dietary services
• Amendment with NinePatch, Inc. increasing software services by $40,700 to a total of $603,500
• Amendment with Aegis Treatment Center, LLC for $150,000 for outpatient narcotic treatment rate increase
• Grant funds for Environmental Health Division: $19,000 (NEHA) and $19,156 (HMAP-OES)

The Board adopted a unanimous $2.7 million project to reduce vegetation along county roads. It also approved several Health and Human Services budget actions, including NEHA and HMAP‑OES grants and amendments to service contracts. Additional actions included a jail dietary services contract, a resolution verifying county‑maintained road mileage, and re‑appointments to advisory committees. All items were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Adopted $2.7 M vegetation‑reduction project (unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 NEHA grant budget action for Health & Human Services
• Approved $19,156 HMAP‑OES grant budget action for Health & Human Services
• Approved amendment to SaaS agreement with NinePatch, Inc., raising total to $603,500
• Approved $150,000 amendment with Aegis Treatment Center for outpatient narcotic services
• Approved $255,179.46 dietary services contract with Trinity Services Group for the county jail
• Adopted resolution verifying county‑maintained road mileage
• Re‑appointed members to the Agricultural Advisory Committee and Wawona Town Planning Advisory Committee

Behavioral Health Board

The Behavioral Health Board will meet to provide direction on specific projects of importance to the board. The meeting includes reports from health services directors and various community partner organizations.

• Discussion and direction regarding Projects of Importance to the Behavioral Health Board
• Discussion of policy and legislative issues relevant to the BHB from Supervisor Smallcombe
• Reports from Mariposa Heritage House, Mariposa Minds Matter, and Connections
• Reports from Native Solutions, Mariposa Safe Families, and Mariposa Family Resource Center
• Reports from CASA, Ethos, Mountain Crisis, and Miwumati Family Healing Center

The board approved the minutes from February 5 and April 2, 2025. Rosemarie Smallcombe was appointed the new Chair and Eva Adams the new Vice Chair for the next year. The 2024‑2025 Behavioral Health Board Annual Report and its PowerPoint presentation were approved. All actions were adopted unanimously by the members present.

• Approved February 5, 2025 and April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rosemarie Smallcombe as Chair for 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Eva Adams as Vice Chair for 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved BHB 2024‑2025 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved PowerPoint presentation of the Annual Report (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on continuing a shelter crisis local emergency and approving various health and mental health service agreements. The meeting also includes budget adjustments for indigent defense and mental health facilities.

• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with Davis Guest, Inc. for inpatient residential care facility ($750,000)
• Budget action increasing indigent defense appropriations ($50,000)
• Agreement with Alliance For Community Transformations for a probationer drop-in center ($675,000)
• Change order for Yosemite West Leach Field Expansion and Repair Project ($119,175.65)

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors adopted the consent agenda, approving a series of health services agreements, public works contracts, and budget actions. Adoption was unanimous, with Supervisor Danette Toso moving and Supervisor Shannon Poe seconding. The approved items include contracts for inpatient services, GIS services, and a mental‑health budget adjustment.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Willow Glen Care Center for inpatient services (CA9)
• Approved $750,000 agreement with Davis Guest Home for inpatient residential care (CA11)
• Approved $90,600 three‑year GIS services contract with ESRI (CA22)
• Approved $850,000 mental‑health department budget action (CA13)
• Approved $240,000 three‑year agreement with Moore Twining Laboratories (CA25)
• Approved $100,000 staff‑augmentation agreement with VRPA Technologies (CA26)
• Approved $119,175.65 change order with Peak Excavation for Yosemite West Leach Field project (CA29)

Calaveras Mariposa Community Action Agency (CMCAA)

The Calaveras‑Mariposa Community Action Agency board will vote to adopt the 2026‑2027 Community Action Plan. The meeting also includes routine business such as call to order, approval of the agenda, and a discussion of public matters not on the agenda. The next board meeting is scheduled for September 2025. This is a special board meeting held on June 30, 2025.

• Adopt and approve the 2026‑2027 Community Action Plan
• Approve the meeting agenda
• Public matters not on the agenda – discussion only
• Schedule next CMCAA board meeting for September 2025
• Adjourn the meeting

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The special meeting of the Code Compliance Advisory Committee scheduled for June 27, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting originally set for June 27, 2025 was cancelled. It has been rescheduled to July 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the Board Chambers, Mariposa County Government Center. No agenda items were discussed or decided for the cancelled date.

Calaveras Mariposa Community Action Agency (CMCAA)

The Calaveras‑Mariposa Community Action Agency board will hold a public hearing to gather resident input on the draft 2026‑2027 Community Action Plan, which outlines the use of Community Services Block Grant funds. After the hearing, the board will vote to adopt and approve the plan, with the approved document to be submitted to the County Services Department by June 30, 2025. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval and scheduling of the next board meeting.

• Public hearing to solicit community comments on the draft 2026‑2027 Community Action Plan (CSBG funds).
• Board action to adopt and approve the 2026‑2027 Community Action Plan.
• Requirement to submit the approved plan to the County Services Department by June 30, 2025.

General

The Mariposa County Local Agency Formation Commission will consider continued participation in CALAFCO. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 16, 2022 LAFCo meeting. Public comments on non‑agenda items will be accepted, and standard reports will be presented.

• Discussion and possible action on continued participation in CALAFCO
• Approval of minutes from the LAFCo meeting on May 16, 2022
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 20, 2025, has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for June 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to review activity reports and discuss wildfire risk reduction. The body will consider recommendations regarding state representative tours and grant coordination.

• Debrief of SWIFT State Representative Tour of Mariposa County Wildfire Risk Reduction Areas
• Proposition 4 coordination
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) progress and updates
• Discussion of upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities
• Display of extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS

Board of Supervisors

The Board will first vote on a consent agenda that includes several contracts and budget transfers, such as a $500,000 agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for HR services and a $900,000 emergency repair contract for Ben Hur Road. It will then consider a $2.52 million SAFER grant application to fund permanent firefighter hires, a fee‑waiver request for the Frost Shop Marketplace project, and the 2025 legislative platform. Additional items include a land sale on Yosemite Parkway and the allocation of Transportation Development Act funds.

• Approve $500,000 agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for HR consultation and legal services (FY 2025‑2026 & 2026‑2027)
• Approve $900,000 emergency repair contract with George Reed, Inc. for Ben Hur Road
• Approve $112,500 task order with Mark Thomas for the Mariposa County Drought Resilience Plan
• Consider $2,520,000 SAFER grant application to fund hiring of permanent county firefighters
• Consider fee waiver request for Frost Shop Marketplace project covering all required permits

The Board adopted the consent agenda unanimously, approving multiple agency agreements and budget transfers. It denied the appeal on the Happy Goat Conditional Use Permit, upholding the Planning Commission’s approval. The Board also approved a $900,000 emergency repair contract for Ben Hur Road and allocated Transportation Development Act funds for FY 2024‑25. All actions were adopted with the required votes.

• Adopted consent agenda unanimously (multiple agency agreements approved)
• Denied appeal‑PLAN‑DIS‑2025‑00029, upholding Happy Goat CUP
• Approved $900,000 Ben Hur Road emergency repair contract (4/5 vote required)
• Approved $112,500 Drought Resilience Plan task order
• Approved $83,000 transfer to Clerk of the Board’s legal services budget (4/5 vote required)
• Approved $22,000 transfer from Library Private Donation Fund to Library Department (4/5 vote required)
• Adopted LTC resolution allocating Transportation Development Act funds for FY 2024‑25 (unanimous)
• Approved $79,050 training agreement with UC Davis (unanimous)

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee will discuss the alignment of the Economic Vitality Strategy with its own work. The body will also review 2025 goals and a project review matrix.

• Updates on Historic Preservation in the Present Tense Project
• Updates on MCACI Artist in Residency Program Planning Project
• Progress report from the Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad-Hoc Committee
• Update on the Frost Shop Site Activation
• Election of Secretary

The committee approved the February 24, 2024 meeting minutes after a motion by Xavier Dubois and a second by Jeanetta Phillips. Abby Miller was unanimously re‑elected as secretary following a nomination by Xavier Dubois. Members agreed to create an ad‑hoc committee to develop a process for evaluating public‑art projects.

• Approved February 24, 2024 minutes (motion by Xavier Dubois, seconded by Jeanetta Phillips)
• Re‑elected Abby Miller as Secretary (unanimous vote)
• Agreed to form an ad‑hoc committee to evaluate public‑art projects (agreement by Chair)

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The committee will approve the June 13 agenda and the May 9 minutes and hear public comments. It will receive updates from the Union, the Board of Supervisors, and agency staff, and note that the quarterly statistical report is due in July 2025.

• Approve June 13 agenda
• Approve May 9 minutes
• Public comments (up to five minutes per person)
• Union status update (UDWA)
• Quarterly statistical update due July 2025

The In‑Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee unanimously approved the June 13, 2025 agenda and the May 9, 2025 minutes. The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors approved a $7 million bridge project to improve access to Creekside. The Board also approved a set of contracts for Area 12’s operations for another year. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved May 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Board of Supervisors approved $7 million bridge to Creekside
• Board of Supervisors approved contracts for Area 12 operations for another year
• No new business taken

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve the May 9, 2025 minutes, and receive a case‑log update. The primary agenda item is a discussion and possible action on a proposed Uniform Code Compliance and Enforcement Program draft ordinance, which includes adding Title 1, Chapter 1.40, repealing Title 17.144, and amending Titles 8 and 15. Members will also discuss recreational vehicles and park trailers, and review a flow‑chart for violation and cleanup processes.

• Approve minutes from the May 9, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and possible action on Proposed Uniform Code Compliance and Enforcement Program draft ordinance (adds Title 1, Chapter 1.40; repeals Title 17.144; amends Titles 8 and 15)
• Member Ken Melton discussion on recreational vehicles and park trailers
• Member Kris Casto discussion on flow chart of the process for violation and clean up
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

The committee approved the May 9, 2025 minutes with amendments by a 5‑aye, 0‑nay, 1‑abstain vote. They voted 6‑aye, 0‑nay to table agenda items E2 and E3 until the July 11, 2025 meeting. By a 6‑aye, 0‑nay vote, the committee accepted staff recommendation to cancel the joint Planning Commission and Code Compliance meeting scheduled for June 27, 2025, and to bring the draft ordinance to the Board of Supervisors on July 1, 2025. The same motion also tabled Item E1 for a future meeting.

• Approved May 9, 2025 minutes (amended) – 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain
• Tabled Items E2 and E3 to July 11, 2025 – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Accepted staff recommendation to cancel joint Planning Commission/Code Compliance meeting on June 27, 2025 – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Directed draft ordinance to Board of Supervisors meeting on July 1, 2025 – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Tabled Item E1 to a future meeting – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Adjourned meeting – 6 ayes, 0 nays

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, a $1.2 million ambulance service subsidy, and a $958,000 asphalt chip seal project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on unmet transportation needs.

• Approve Fiscal Year 25-26 budget
• Approve ambulance subsidy contract with Mercy Medical Transportation
• Approve $958,211 asphalt rubber chip seal project
• Public hearing on unmet transportation needs
• Approve $120,167 agricultural commissioner budget adjustment

The Board adopted the consent agenda, approving multiple health and public‑works contracts and budget actions. It approved a first amendment to the Mercy Medical Transportation contract, increasing the subsidy by $1,200,000 and extending the agreement to 2029. The Board also approved a $958,211 asphalt rubber chip seal project and accepted a $123,480 CAL FIRE grant. The budget adjustment motion was adopted unanimously.

• Approved First Amendment with Mercy Medical Transportation, increasing subsidy by $1,200,000 (up to $1.5M) and extending to 2029
• Approved Grant Amendment from DHCS increasing amount by $670,500 (up to $3,084,500)
• Approved Agreement with VSS International, Inc. for $958,211 asphalt rubber chip seal project
• Accepted CAL FIRE County Coordinator Grant of $123,480
• Approved Budget Action increasing Agricultural Commissioner revenue by $120,167 (4/5 vote required)
• Approved Budget Action increasing Human Services budget by $450,000 (4/5 vote required)
• Approved Third Amendment with The Copperpot Cafe, LLC adding $20,000 for dining services
• Adopted budget adjustment motion unanimously (Mover: Supervisor Menetrey; Seconder: Supervisor Toso)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 12th meeting and discuss a recommendation for new signage at 5025 Highway 140. The body will also review updates on records preservation, outreach campaigns, and historic resource databases.

• Approval of May 12th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recommendation on new signage at 5025 Highway 140
• Review of Records Preservation Program updates
• Discussion of Historic Design Review Overlay outreach
• Review of Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines

The commission approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a vote of 5‑0‑1‑1. It then voted 6‑0‑1 to recommend that the Planning Director approve the new signage at 5025 Highway 140. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (5 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Excused, 1 Abstained)
• Recommended approval of new signage at 5025 Highway 140 (6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Excused)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to elect leadership and determine terminal hours. The Clerk of the Board will lead a discussion regarding the possible dissolution of the committee.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Proposed change to Terminal Hours
• Annual AAC Report
• Discussion on the possible dissolution of the Airport Advisory Committee
• Approval of June 10, 2024 and December 9, 2024 minutes

The Airport Advisory Committee elected Roy Anderson as chair and Andy Ferris as temporary vice‑chair, with all members in favor. It approved a pilot change to terminal operating hours to Wed‑Fri 11 am‑3 pm and Sat‑Sun 9 am‑3 pm, also unanimously. The board technically approved the June 10 2024 minutes after a quorum issue and formally approved the December 9 2024 minutes. The annual AAC report was approved by motion.

• Roy Anderson elected Chair (all in favor, motion carried)
• Andy Ferris elected temporary Vice‑Chair (all in favor, motion carried)
• Terminal hours changed to Wed‑Fri 11 am‑3 pm and Sat‑Sun 9 am‑3 pm (all in favor, motion carried)
• June 10 2024 minutes technically approved after no quorum (no vote recorded)
• December 9 2024 minutes approved (motion by Joe Coho and Andy Ferris, motion carried)
• Annual AAC report approved (motion by Andy and Rick, all in favor, motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four land‑use applications for 6800 Jerseydale Road, including a Williamson Act cancellation, a Timber Exclusive Zone, a parcel merger, and a lot line adjustment. The commission will also discuss preliminary actions on the Draft Development Code Update for agriculture‑related provisions. Finally, the commission will approve the Mariposa County 7th Cycle Housing Element Administrative Draft and authorize staff to submit it for a 90‑day state review.

• Public hearing on Williamson Act/Land Conservation Act Cancellation Application No. 2025-010
• Public hearing on Timber Exclusive Zone Application No. 2025-011
• Public hearing on Parcel Merger Application No. 2025-009
• Public hearing on Lot Line Adjustment Application No. 2025-008
• Approve 7th Cycle Housing Element Administrative Draft and send to state for review

The commission adopted a resolution recommending the Board of Supervisors take action on four applications: cancellation of a Williamson Act contract, a Timber Exclusive Zone designation, a parcel merger, and a lot line adjustment for the property at 6800 Jerseydale Road. The motion was made by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner McCamman, and passed with five affirmative votes and no opposition.

• Adopted resolution recommending Board of Supervisors action on Williamson Act cancellation, Timber Exclusive Zone, parcel merger, and lot line adjustment (5‑0)

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Mariposa County Agricultural Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss land use projects and review draft development code provisions with the Planning Commission.

• Joint meeting with Planning Commission to discuss four land use projects at 6800 Jerseydale Road
• Review of draft Development Code provisions for zoning and subdivision ordinances
• Public comment period for agenda items only

The Agricultural Advisory Committee voted to recommend the project at 6800 Jerseydale Road for approval by the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors. The recommendation found the site more appropriate for a Timber Production Zone than a Commercial Agriculture Zone, noting that the county zoning definition includes timber production. The motion passed with five Ayes, zero Nays, one member excused, and no abstentions.

• Recommended project approval to Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors (5 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 excused, 0 abstained)

Behavioral Health Board

The Behavioral Health Board will hold a public hearing to review and make recommendations for the Draft Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026. The board will also vote on the 2024-2025 Annual Report and elect a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.

• Public hearing for Draft Mariposa County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Plan FY 2025-2026
• Vote on approval of BHB 2024-2025 Annual Report
• Election of new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of BHB goals, objectives, and quorum issues

The board approved the minutes from February 5 and April 2, 2025. Members unanimously elected Rosemarie Smallcombe as the new Chair for the next year. Members unanimously elected Eva Adams as the new Vice Chair for the next year. The 2024‑2025 Annual Report and its PowerPoint presentation prepared by Paul Brickett were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 5, 2025 and April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous aye)
• Elected Rosemarie Smallcombe as Chair for the next year (unanimous aye)
• Elected Eva Adams as Vice Chair for the next year (unanimous aye)
• Approved BHB 2024‑2025 Annual Report (unanimous aye)
• Approved PowerPoint presentation of the Annual Report prepared by Paul Brickett (unanimous aye)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a series of routine consent‑agenda items, including budget transfers, salary adjustments, and agency agreements. It will hold a public hearing on the appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 2023‑078 for the Happy Goat Project. The Local Transportation Commission will review an application to the Federal Transit Administration for operating assistance funds. A public hearing will address the final FY 25‑26 budget.

• Transfer $1,333,559 from the Administration Budget to the Public Works Budget (CA3)
• Increase Indigent Defense Budget appropriation by $50,000 (CA2)
• Increase Low‑Income Energy Assistance Program funding by $115,743 (CA16)
• Amend Mark43 records management contract, raising the amount by $46,812.74 (CA19)
• Public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 2023‑078 (Happy Goat Project) (Planning)

The Board adopted the consent agenda unanimously. It approved a $1,333,559 transfer from the Administration Budget to the Public Works Budget. Additional approvals included increased funding for indigent defense, LIHEAP, mental‑health services, and several agricultural agreements.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $1,333,559 transfer to Public Works (CA3)
• Approved $50,000 increase for indigent defense budget (CA2)
• Approved $115,743 increase to LIHEAP grant (CA16)
• Approved $400,000 specialty mental health services agreement (CA12)
• Approved $36,791 software‑as‑a‑service agreement (CA15)
• Approved Farmers Market inspections agreement with CDFA (CA5)
• Approved Nursery Inspection program agreement with CDFA (CA6)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and take preliminary action on the Draft Development Code Update. Specifically, the body will review Article 5 regarding Subdivision Regulations.

• Discussion and preliminary action on Draft Development Code Update, Article 5 Subdivision Regulations

The Planning Commission approved the May 2, 2025 meeting minutes with four votes in favor and one abstention. Commissioners directed staff to remove Item A4 on page 36 of the subdivision regulations and to revise multiple editorial items, including fire‑standard language on page 42 and the percolation test wording on page 55. Additional directives were given to clarify references to the General Plan, strike inaccurate phrasing, and confirm certain requirements with the Subdivision Map Act.

• Approved May 2 minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Removed Item A4 (page 36) per resident recommendation
• Directed staff to revise fire‑standard language in Item 4 (page 42)
• Directed staff to remove Item 5 (page 42) regarding non‑County road maintenance
• Agreed to add “and/or” to percolation test language (page 55)
• Directed staff to confirm tax‑payment requirement source (page 63)
• Directed staff to make General Plan references consistent (chapter 16.20)
• Directed staff to strike “current owner” wording (page 85)

Water Agency Advisory Board

The Water Agency Advisory Board will meet to discuss a water allocation scoping study and the county's housing element. The board will also convene as the Drought and Water Shortage Task Force for a Public Works update.

• Blackwater Consulting Engineers presentation on MID Settlement Water Allocation Scoping Study
• Planning Commission Housing Element presentation
• Quarterly funds update
• Public Works update via the Drought and Water Shortage Task Force
• BOS Brown Act presentation follow-up

The Water Agency Advisory Board approved the grant funding extension request through 4/26/2025. It also approved the April 25, 2024 and March 27, 2025 meeting minutes, while tabling the January 29, 2025 and July 18, 2024 minutes until the next meeting. A task order for an on‑call agreement with Mark Thomas ($112,500) will be presented to the board at a future meeting.

• Approved April 25, 2024 minutes (approved as read)
• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (approved as read)
• Tabled January 29, 2025 minutes until next meeting
• Tabled July 18, 2024 minutes until next meeting
• Approved grant funding extension request through 4/26/2025
• Task order for on‑call agreement with Mark Thomas ($112,500) to be taken to board

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a SWIFT State Representative tour of wildfire risk reduction areas and a demonstration of the SWIFT map. The committee will also review progress on the Community-Wildfire-Protection Plan and view extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS.

• Discussion of SWIFT State Representative tour of wildfire risk reduction areas
• Demonstration and feedback on the SWIFT map
• Review of CWPP (Community-Wildfire-Protection-Plan) progress
• Discussion of upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities
• Display of extrication equipment funded by Cal OTS

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee approved the April meeting minutes after a motion by Russ Marks and a second by Barbara Cone. The vote was unanimous, with Barrett, Deak, and Ballinger abstaining. No actions were taken on any other agenda items.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous, Barrett, Deak, Ballinger abstained)

Calaveras Mariposa Community Action Agency (CMCAA)

The Calaveras Mariposa Community Action Agency Board of Directors will meet to approve the draft 2025 Community Needs Assessment/CAP. The board will also review fiscal reports regarding CSBG contracts and discuss the 2026/2027 CAP Plan.

• Approval of 2025 Community Needs Assessment/CAP
• Fiscal report on 24F-3006 and 25F-6006 CSBG contracts
• Discussion of CAP Plan 2026/2027 for public comment starting 5/23/25
• CMCAA Annual Audit update
• 2025 Food Insecurity Summit update

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including fund transfers, contracts, and program amendments. The Local Transportation Commission will reappoint a senior advisor and adopt its FY 2025‑26 transportation work program. The Board will hold a public hearing on proposed solid waste removal service rate adjustments for County Service Area 2‑W (Wawona) and may adopt the rate formula if no majority protest is received. Additional agenda items include a hazard mitigation plan, several planning ordinances, and a technology funding amendment.

• Transfer $194,040 from County Service Area 3 Fund to County Fire Projects Fund for fire base repairs
• Approve $65,000 maintenance contract with Patton Sheet Metal Works dba Patton Air Conditioning
• Increase ambulance subsidy amendment with Mercy Medical Transportation to a total not to exceed $600,000
• Public hearing on proposed solid waste removal service rate adjustments in County Service Area 2‑W (Wawona) under Proposition 218
• Adopt ordinance amending Coulterville Town Plan to add special occupancy parks at 10407 Highway 49

The Board of Supervisors adopted a proclamation designating May 25‑31, 2025 as Flavored Tobacco Education and Advocacy Week. The consent agenda, covering health, public works, and sheriff’s office items, was approved unanimously. One item (CA 7) was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Adopted Flavored Tobacco Education and Advocacy Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items CA1, CA2, CA4, CA5, CA6, CA8, CA9, CA10 (unanimous)
• Withdrew CA7 amendment for Mercy Medical Transportation (withdrawn)

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 19, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for June 16, 2025.

Planning Commission

The May 16, 2025 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled and will be held on May 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM. No agenda items were considered at this session.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates to animal control and barking dog ordinances. The meeting includes a public hearing for the unexpired term of the Mariposa County Assessor/Recorder and a resolution to continue a shelter crisis local emergency.

• Ordinance amending County Code Chapters 6.08 and 6.16 regarding Animal Control and Barking Dogs
• Public hearing for applicants to fill the unexpired term of the Mariposa County Assessor/Recorder
• Budget action to increase Indigent Defense Budget by $50,000
• Amendment to Mariposa Safe Families, Inc. agreement decreasing amount by $50,000 to a new total not to exceed $257,820
• Appointment of four new and re-appointment of six members to the Wawona Town Planning Advisory Committee

The Board adopted the entire consent agenda unanimously, including a $50,000 increase to the indigent defense budget, re‑classifications in the Sheriff’s Office, and a donation of two surplus county vehicles to the Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation. It also directed County Counsel to pursue option two for general liability insurance, raising coverage limits to $250,000 and estimating premiums of $1.298‑$1.353 million for 2025‑2026. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted consent agenda items CA1‑CA11 (unanimous)
• Increased indigent defense budget by $50,000 (CA2, unanimous)
• Re‑classified Sheriff’s Office positions (CA3, unanimous)
• Decreased Mariposa Safe Families amendment by $50,000 (CA8, unanimous)
• Approved MOU amendment with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (CA9, unanimous)
• Approved hazardous drug disposal agreement with Stericycle (CA10, unanimous)
• Approved donation of two surplus county vehicles to Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation (CA11, unanimous)
• Directed Counsel to proceed with insurance option two, raising SIR and IMCD to $250,000 and estimating premiums $1,298,000‑$1,353,000 (direction given)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will hear public comments, approve the April 14th meeting minutes, and discuss a recommendation to the Planning Director on a minor remodel at 5025 Highway 140 (APN 013-184-011). The commission will also receive updates on a map loan agreement with the National Park Service, an outreach campaign for the Historic Design Review Overlay, a Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines project tied to a NEA Our Town Grant, and status of Certified Local Government and the historic resource inventory database.

• Recommendation on Historic Design Review Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00013 for minor remodel at 5025 Highway 140 (APN 013-184-011)
• Discussion of potential Mariposa County–National Park Service map loan agreement
• Historic Design Review Overlay outreach campaign
• Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines and National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Grant
• Certified Local Government status and Historic Resource Inventory Database update

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also unanimously voted to recommend that the Planning Director approve Historic Design Review Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00013 for a minor remodel at 5025 Highway 140. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Planning Director approve Historic Design Review Application No. PLAN-DIS-2025-00013 (unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve the May 9th agenda and the April 11th minutes, and receive updates on union status, board and agency matters, and quarterly statistics. Any new business raised by the public will be noted but not acted on at this time. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session for June 13th, 2025.

• Approve May 9th, 2025 agenda
• Approve April 11th, 2025 minutes
• UDWA – Union Status Update
• Board of Supervisors / Agency and Branch Updates
• Quarterly Stat Update: Due

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee approved the May 9th, 2025 agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved the April 11th, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. No other actions or new business were taken.

• Approved May 9th, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 11th, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will review and approve minutes from its February 14 and April 11 meetings. It will discuss and possibly act on recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Code Compliance Program steps. The committee will also consider changes to the Ad Hoc committee membership under California Government Code 25845. Additional informational updates on the online permitting system, Building Appeals Board, and case log will be presented.

• Approve minutes from the February 14, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from the April 11, 2025 meeting
• Discuss recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the Code Compliance Program (Steps 1‑4)
• Discuss potential changes to the Ad Hoc committee membership per California Government Code 25845
• Demonstration of the online permitting system software

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee approved the February 14 and April 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It declined to form a new Ad‑Hoc Committee and recommended adding Title 1, based on Government Code §§25845 and 27720‑27728, for full committee consideration. No action was taken on non‑agenda public comments.

• Approved February 14, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused, 1 abstained)
• Approved April 11, 2025 minutes as amended (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused, 1 abstained)
• Declined formation of a new Ad‑Hoc Committee
• Recommended adding Title 1 based on Government Code §§25845, 27720‑27728 for full committee review
• Took no action on non‑agenda public comments

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings. The agenda includes a continued matter regarding Yosemite Hospitality.

• Hearing for Yosemite Hospitality (Case 25-YoseHosp-BIF)

General

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will meet on May 7, 2025. The agenda includes a vote to approve the board’s 2024‑2025 annual report and discussion of the board’s goals, quorum issues, and policy matters. Public comments are allowed, and several community partners will give brief reports. The meeting will be held at 5362 Lemee Lane and via telephone.

• Vote on approval of BHB 2024‑2025 Annual Report
• Discuss BHB goals and objectives, including quorum issues
• Staff reports from Director of HHSA, Director of Health Services, Deputy Director of Behavioral Health, Finances, and Quality Assurance
• Community partner reports from Mariposa Heritage House, Mariposa Minds Matter, Connections, Probation, Native Solutions, and others
• Discuss policy/legislative issues relevant to BHB (Action Plan – Goal A4) from Supervisor Smallcombe

The Behavioral Health Board voted to recommend Stacey Lynch to the County Board of Supervisors for the Local Mental Health Director position, and the motion passed. The board also elected Loretta Milne as Vice Chair with unanimous approval. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved recommendation of Stacey Lynch as Local Mental Health Director (motion passed)
• Elected Loretta Milne as Vice Chair (unanimous approval)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss potential negotiations with the National Park Service regarding responsibilities in the Wawona community. The meeting includes public hearings on military equipment reports and a development project at 10407 Highway 49 in Coulterville.

• Public hearing for General Plan amendment and Conditional Use Permit for Topos Ventures LLC at 10407 Highway 49
• Agreement with Mark Thomas and Company, Inc. for civil engineering services increasing compensation by $2,000,000
• Agreement with Universal Health Services of Madera, Inc. for $200,000 for inpatient services
• Agreement with TDG Engineering, Inc. for $188,316.70 for Mariposa Town Transit and Economic Development Initiative
• Agreement with Integrated Human Services Group for $68,175.00 for a childcare feasibility study

The Board approved the entire consent agenda, adopting resolutions and agreements across health, housing, planning, public works, and administration. Notably, it adopted a resolution authorizing FY 25/26 SB1 road maintenance and rehabilitation funding. No other substantive actions were taken beyond the consent agenda items.

• Adopted CA1: Resolution continuing a shelter crisis local emergency
• Adopted CA3: First amendment to lease agreement with Dianne Spear Hooton, increasing compensation by $1,815
• Adopted CA4: Renamed Alcohol and Drug Specialist classifications to Substance Use Disorder Counselor classifications
• Adopted CA11: Approved $60,000 budget adjustment for the Mental Health Department
• Adopted CA12: Agreement with Universal Health Services for $200,000 inpatient services
• Adopted CA14: Agreement with Integrated Human Services Group for $68,175 childcare feasibility study
• Adopted CA23: Resolution authorizing FY 25/26 SB1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funding
• Adopted CA25: Five‑year $53,570 agreement with InTime Services for a cloud‑hosted workforce management solution

Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council

The Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council will discuss a possible recommendation to dissolve the council and forward that recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The council will also consider approving the 2024 Annual Report for the Board of Supervisors. Additional agenda items include an update on the Silvertip Project, several ex‑officio agency reports, and a Firewise report.

• Discussion and potential action to recommend committee dissolution to the Board of Supervisors
• Discussion and potential action to approve the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Silvertip Project update
• Ex‑Officio reports from USFS, CAL FIRE, Sheriff’s Department, NPS, Caltrans, Public Works, and District I officials
• Firewise report

The council considered a motion to dissolve the advisory council and have the county help draft bylaws; the motion tied 3‑yes to 3‑no and failed, so the council will remain for now. The council also approved the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors. Earlier, the draft minutes from the Jan 25, 2025 meeting were approved with two members abstaining.

• Motion to dissolve council with county assistance – failed (3‑yes, 3‑no tie)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors (unanimous approval)
• Approved draft minutes of the Jan 25, 2025 meeting (motion passed; two members abstained)

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the 7th Cycle Housing Element Administrative Draft and the Draft Development Code Update, Article 4.

• Approval of April 4, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
• Review of 7th Cycle Housing Element Administrative Draft
• Discussion and Preliminary Action on Draft Development Code Update, Article 4

The commission approved the April 4, 2025 Planning Commission minutes. It then gave staff a series of directives to amend Article 4 of the Draft Development Code Update, including removing a septic inspection requirement, eliminating minimum parcel‑size rules, deleting “Home Offices” language, and other wording changes. Additional directions require a water/wastewater will‑serve letter for ADU permits and removal of procedural sections from the temporary occupancy code.

• Approved April 4, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (motion passed, all present commissioners voted aye)
• Directed staff to strike the septic inspection requirement (A1) from the zoning ordinance
• Directed staff to remove minimum parcel‑size requirements: 2.5 acres for Home Enterprise/Home Offices and 5 acres for Rural Home Industry
• Directed staff to delete “Home Offices” from Development Code Update 17.52.090 and from the General Plan
• Directed staff to remove the term “services” from the on‑site sales prohibition wording
• Directed staff to replace “(also referred to as residential transient occupancies)” with “(that requires a transient occupancy permit)” in the Bed and Breakfast purpose clause
• Directed staff to remove Section E – Procedures from the Temporary Occupancy code and recommend a five‑year emergency ordinance
• Directed staff to require a water/wastewater will‑serve letter before issuing an ADU permit in public water/wastewater systems

Social Services Transportation Advisory Council

The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council will meet to make recommendations to the Local Transportation Commission regarding transit services and unmet needs. The body will review an annual report and receive updates on transit tracking and project funding.

• Approval of Annual Report 2025
• Update on Mariposa Transit Ticket/Reservation/Tracking System
• Update on SB 125 TIRCP/ZETCP Project Funds Allocation
• Acceptance of applications for new council members
• Discussion of unmet transit needs

The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council approved the draft meeting minutes from October 30, 2024, with four members voting aye and one abstaining. The council also approved the draft 2024 annual report under the same vote count. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Draft Meeting Minutes from Oct 30, 2024 (4 aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Draft Annual Report for 2024 (4 aye, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Commission on Aging

The Mariposa County Commission on Aging will vote to approve the minutes from its October 23, 2024 and January 22, 2025 meetings. The commission will receive updates on Senate Bill 1249 and hear reports from the senior center program manager, the Adult & Aging Deputy Director, and each commissioner. Public comments are also scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of October 23, 2024 and January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates regarding SB 1249
• Senior Center Program Manager report
• Adult & Aging Deputy Director report
• Commissioners’ individual reports (D1–D5, At-Large)

The Commission on Aging approved the minutes from the October 23, 2024 and January 22, 2025 meetings by unanimous vote. No other motions or decisions were taken during the April 23, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the agenda consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved October 23, 2024 & January 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous 4-0)

LAFCo

The Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) will meet to elect its 2025 officers and establish a work plan. The body will also consider a meeting schedule and its continued participation in CALAFCO.

• Public hearing to adopt the FY 2025-2026 budget of $15,148.00
• Election of LAFCo Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Resolution for adoption of the 2026 meeting schedule
• Discussion to establish the 2025-2026 LAFCo Work Plan
• Discussion regarding continued participation in CALAFCO

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The April 21, 2025 meeting of the Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 19, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 19, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will discuss several updates, including the Resilience Hub conceptual design, a SWIFT State Representative tour of wildfire risk reduction areas, progress on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and upcoming grant and collaboration opportunities. The meeting also includes approval of the March 19, 2025 minutes and a public comment period for non‑agenda items.

• Update on the Mariposa County Resilience Hub Conceptual Design Project (Planning Department)
• Update/Discussion on SWIFT State Representative Tour of Mariposa County Wildfire Risk Reduction Areas (Lindsay Mattos)
• Standing Item: Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) progress
• Standing Item: Upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities
• Approval of Minutes: March 19, 2025

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent agenda that includes several health and budget items. Key approvals are two $200,000 agreements with Central Star Behavioral Health for inpatient mental health services, a $164,963 housing grant, and a $145,792 fund transfer for the Mariposa Creek Parkway Phase II project. The board will also discuss financial options for the sheriff's headquarters building and continue a FY 2025‑26 budget study. A closed‑session meeting will address ongoing litigation in the case of Mario DeJesus v. County of Mariposa.

• Approve $200,000 agreement with Central Star Behavioral Health, Inc. (Bakersfield) for inpatient mental health services (CA3)
• Approve $200,000 agreement with Central Star Behavioral, Inc. (Fresno) for inpatient mental health services (CA4)
• Approve acceptance of Alliance Housing Fund grant up to $164,963 and related budget action (CA6)
• Approve transfer of $145,792 within Planning Department budget for Mariposa Creek Parkway Phase II public access project (CA8)
• Discuss financial options for the Sheriff's Headquarters building (Regular Agenda Item 2)

The Board unanimously adopted the entire consent agenda, which included two $200,000 inpatient mental‑health service agreements with Central Star Behavioral Health, a $164,963 Alliance Housing Fund grant, a $20,000 amendment to the Copperpot Café contract, a $145,792 fund transfer for the Mariposa Creek Parkway Phase II project, a three‑year $75,000‑per‑year GPS monitoring agreement with SCRAM of California, a $136,096.30 air‑pollution grant, and an ordinance changing the agency name to “Health and Human Services Agency.” The Board also discussed financing options for a new sheriff headquarters but took no final action.

• Approved $200,000 inpatient mental health contract with Central Star Behavioral Health (Bakersfield) (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 inpatient mental health contract with Central Star Behavioral Health (Fresno) (unanimous)
• Approved Alliance Housing Fund grant up to $164,963 (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 amendment to Copperpot Café contract, raising total to $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $145,792 fund transfer for Mariposa Creek Parkway Phase II project (unanimous)
• Approved three‑year $75,000‑per‑year GPS and alcohol monitoring agreement with SCRAM of California (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 2.38 to rename “Department of Human Services” to “Health and Human Services Agency” (unanimous)
• Ratified $136,096.30 air‑pollution control grant (unanimous)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from its February and March 2025 meetings and hear public comments on non‑agenda items. Committee business includes project updates, notably a discussion and potential recommendation on a map loan agreement between Mariposa County and the National Park Service. The commission will also review an outreach campaign for the Historic Design Review Overlay, a Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, Certified Local Government status, and the Historic Resource Inventory Database.

• Discussion and potential recommendation on Mariposa County–National Park Service Map Loan Agreement
• Historic Design Review Overlay (HDRO) outreach campaign
• Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines/National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Grant
• Certified Local Government (CLG) status update
• Historic Resource Inventory Database update

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote, with River moving and Goger seconding. The March 10, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved by unanimous vote; Goger moved, River seconded, and Gegere abstained. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote; motion by River, second by Goger)
• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote; motion by Goger, second by River; Gegere abstained)

Merced River Trail Community Working Group

The Merced River Trail Community Working Group will hold a call to order, accept public comments, and approve minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. Members will receive information about possible dissolution of the committee and consider a potential action to recommend that dissolution. The group will receive an update on the Cal Trans Rock Shed Project and hear a presentation on the State Water Resources Control Board 401 certification for the Merced Irrigation Districts projects. Additional items include reading a letter from Sierra Freepackers and planning future agenda items before adjourning.

• Potential action to recommend committee dissolution
• Cal Trans Rock Shed Project update
• Reading of letter from Sierra Freepackers
• Presentation on State Water Resources Control Board 401 certification for Merced Irrigation Districts projects
• Approval of minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting

The group approved the September 18 2024 meeting minutes with three ayes after a motion by Kristina Rylands and a second by Martin. The committee spent most of the meeting discussing a possible dissolution of the Merced River Trail Community Working Group, with members indicating they were comfortable with dissolution but no formal motion or vote was recorded. Staff recommended that a dissolution item be presented to the Board for direction.

• Approved September 18 2024 meeting minutes (3 ayes) – motion by Kristina Rylands, seconded by Martin
• Committee members expressed support for dissolving the working group; no formal vote recorded
• Staff recommended presenting a committee dissolution request to the Board

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the February 14, 2025 meeting, discuss the committee’s history and future, and consider recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the Code Compliance Program. The meeting also includes updates on the online permitting system, the Building Appeals Board, and the case log.

• Approve minutes from the February 14, 2025 meeting
• Discuss the history and future of the Code Compliance Advisory Committee and provide recommendations to the Clerk of the Board
• Discuss and possibly act on recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the Code Compliance Program (Steps 1‑4)
• Demonstration of the online permitting system (Tyler)
• Updates on the Building Appeals Board and case log

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee approved to table the February 14, 2025 minutes until the May 9, 2025 meeting. It also voted to table Item E (recommendations to the Board of Supervisors) and Item F (information items) to the same May meeting. Additional information items on the online permitting system, building appeals board, and case log were likewise postponed to May 9, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 3:03 P.M.

• Table February 14, 2025 minutes to May 9, 2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 2 excused)
• Table Item E (Board of Supervisors recommendations) to May 9, 2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 2 excused)
• Table Item F (information items) to May 9, 2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 2 excused)
• Table Online Permitting System Update to May 9, 2025
• Table Building Appeals Board Update to May 9, 2025
• Table Case Log Update to May 9, 2025
• Adjourn meeting at 3:03 P.M. (4 ayes, 0 nays, 2 excused)

General

The Midpines Planning Advisory Committee will discuss possible actions to recommend dissolving the committee to the Board of Supervisors and to establish a new status for the committee. Additional topics include exploring trail development at Midpines County Park, a Bear Creek clean‑up discussion, and several project and program updates.

• Potential action to recommend dissolution of MPAC to the Board of Supervisors
• Potential action to establish a new status for MPAC
• Discussion on additional uses, such as trails, at Midpines County Park
• Discussion on a potential Bear Creek clean‑up
• Updates on the Oak Road Bridge Project

The Midpines Planning Advisory Committee approved the February 19 minutes unanimously. It voted 5‑1‑3 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors dissolve the MPAC. It then voted unanimously to continue as a town‑hall structured committee that meets quarterly with its current members.

• Approved February 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended dissolution of MPAC (5-1-3 vote)
• Adopted town‑hall structured committee status (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items and several substantive agreements. Items include a $500,000 agreement with Yosemite National Park for fire‑prevention assistance, a $200,000 amendment to the Davis Guest Home contract raising its total to $750,000, and a $500,000 agreement for school‑based mental health services. The board will also act on a $69,614 homeless‑housing assistance contract, increase extra‑help maintenance worker hours, and consider fee waivers for non‑profit event permits. Additional discussion will cover loan forgiveness for a micro‑enterprise farm, branding changes, and a FY 2025‑2026 budget study.

• Approve $500,000 agreement with Yosemite National Park for fire‑prevention assistance (CA3)
• Approve amendment increasing Davis Guest Home contract by $200,000 to a total of $750,000 (CA13)
• Approve $500,000 agreement with Mariposa County Office of Education for school‑based mental health services (CA14)
• Approve $69,614 agreement with Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency for Homeless Housing Assistance Prevention (CA15)
• Approve increase of extra‑help maintenance worker hours from 999 to 1,300 at the Solid Waste and Recycling Facility (CA16)

The Board unanimously adopted the consent agenda, which included a $500,000 agreement with Yosemite National Park for fire‑prevention assistance. It also approved funding for mental health services, a homeless‑housing assistance contract, and increased staffing hours for solid waste operations. Additional actions included waiving encroachment fees for non‑profit events, adopting the Regional Surface Transportation Program agreement, and appointing a new member to the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council.

• Adopted $500,000 fire‑prevention agreement with Yosemite National Park (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 amendment to Davis Guest Home agreement (unanimous)
• Approved up to $500,000 school‑based mental health services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $69,614 homeless housing assistance prevention agreement (unanimous)
• Increased extra help maintenance worker hours to 1,300 (unanimous)
• Authorized waiver of encroachment fees for non‑profit event permits (unanimous)
• Adopted Annual Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Amanda Meek and appointed Catherine Chase‑Lopez to SSTAC (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a draft Development Code update and consider two resolutions: one approving a time extension for a project in Catheys Valley and another recommending approval of a General Plan amendment and conditional use permit in Coulterville.

• Approve Time Extension 2024-122 for JCS Capital Resources LLC at 2748 Highway 140
• Recommend approval of General Plan Amendment 2024-100 for Topos Ventures LLC at 10407 Highway 49
• Amend Coulterville Town Plan to change land use classification to Highway Service Commercial
• Continue discussion on Draft Development Code Update Articles 2, 3 & 9
• Approve March 21, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes

The Planning Commission approved the March 21, 2025 minutes. It adopted a resolution extending the project timeline for JCS Capital Resources at 2748 Highway 140, Catheys Valley. It also adopted a resolution recommending the Board of Supervisors adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve General Plan/Area Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and Major Design Review applications for Topos Ventures at 10407 Highway 49, Coulterville.

• Approved March 21, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (4 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain)
• Adopted resolution approving Time Extension 2024‑122 for JCS Capital Resources (5 ayes, 0 noes)
• Adopted resolution recommending Board adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve General Plan/Area Plan Amendment Application No. 2024‑100, Conditional Use Permit Application No. 2024‑101, Major Design Review Application No. 2024‑102, and land‑use diagram amendments for Topos Ventures (5 ayes, 0 noes)

Wawona Town Planning Advisory Council

The Wawona Town Planning Advisory Council will discuss and possibly act on a memorandum of understanding between Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County. The meeting also includes review of the PAC bylaws, the annual report to the Board of Supervisors, and election of officers. Members will decide on the committee’s meeting location and consider recommendations on the committee’s future direction.

• MOU Between Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County
• Review and possible amendment of Wawona Town PAC Bylaws
• Discussion of Wawona Town PAC Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Election of PAC officers
• Decision on meeting location – Community Center or Redwood

Housing Programs Advisory Committee

The Housing Programs Advisory Committee will elect its officers, approve the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors, and discuss updates on the Missouri Gulch Project and the 2024‑2029 7th Cycle Housing Element. Public comment on non‑agenda items is also scheduled. The meeting is at 4:00 p.m. in the Government Center Upper Floor, 5100 Bullion Street, Mariposa.

• Election of officers (Chair and Vice‑Chair)
• Approval of the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Discussion and update on the Missouri Gulch Project
• Discussion and update on the 2024‑2029 7th Cycle Housing Element
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

Behavioral Health Board

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will review the Local Mental Health Director position and make a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The board will also select a new Vice‑Chair to fill a recent vacancy. Additional agenda items include staff reports on finances and quality assurance, community partner reports, and discussion of policy and legislative issues relevant to the board.

• Review and recommend the Local Mental Health Director position to the Board of Supervisors
• Select a Vice‑Chair to fill the recent vacancy
• Staff reports on finances and quality assurance
• Community partner reports (e.g., Mariposa Heritage House, Mariposa Minds Matter, etc.)
• Discuss policy/legislative issues relevant to the Behavioral Health Board (Action Plan – Goal A4)

The Behavioral Health Board voted to recommend Stacey Lynch to the County Board of Supervisors for the Local Mental Health Director position, with all members voting aye. The board also elected Loretta Milne as Vice Chair, again with unanimous approval. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded at this meeting.

• Recommended Stacey Lynch to Board of Supervisors as Local Mental Health Director – approved unanimously
• Elected Loretta Milne as Vice Chair – approved unanimously

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a $500,000 grant to the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission for the Mental Health Student Services Act and a $410,211.75 agreement for BeOn Radio Software for the Sheriff's Office. Regular agenda items include presentations from Mariposa Safe Families and the local Future Farmers of America chapter, a three‑year MOU with the Mariposa Friends of the Library, and an ordinance creating a new chapter on administrative remedies for fee challenges. The meeting also contains closed‑session sessions on ongoing litigation.

• Approve $500,000 grant with Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (CA9)
• Approve $410,211.75 agreement with Dailey Wells Communications for BeOn Radio Software (CA14)
• Approve up to $200,000 agreement with Behavioral Health Center Fremont for mental health services (CA12)
• Adopt ordinance creating Chapter 3.50 on administrative remedies for fee challenges (Public Works)
• Approve three‑year MOU with Mariposa Friends of the Library (Library)

The Board approved a new Chapter 3.50 ordinance establishing administrative‑remedy procedures for challenges to fees, charges, and assessments. It also adopted a three‑year MOU with the Mariposa Friends of the Library and introduced an amendment to rename the Department of Human Services. Several proclamations and grant agreements were approved through the consent agenda, and staff were directed to explore financing options for the Sheriff’s Office headquarters project.

• Adopted Chapter 3.50 "Administrative Remedies Procedures for Challenges to Fees, Charges, and Assessments" (4‑0)
• Adopted three‑year MOU with Mariposa Friends of the Library (4‑0)
• Introduced amendment to Chapter 2.38 to rename "Department of Human Services" (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items: proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention, Alcohol Awareness, Friday Night Live, Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day
• Approved $500,000 grant agreement with Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission
• Approved up to $200,000 agreement with Behavioral Health Center Fremont
• Approved $410,211.75 agreement with Dailey Wells Communications for BeOn Radio software
• Directed staff to provide payment and financing options for the Sheriff’s Office headquarters project

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 28, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were scheduled for decision or discussion.

Water Agency Advisory Board

The Water Agency Advisory Board will approve minutes from three prior meetings and discuss staffing, process, and procedure matters. It will hear a presentation on the Bay Area Delta Water Quality Control Plan and an update on the Blackwater Engineering MID Settlement Water Allocation Scoping Study. The board will also consider the County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program Funding Agreement and provide an update on the county resiliency plan before reconvening as the regular advisory board.

• Approve April 25, 2024, July 18, 2024, and January 29, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on staffing, process, and procedure
• Presentation on Bay Area Delta Water Quality Control Plan
• Updated Blackwater Engineering Mariposa County MID Settlement Water Allocation Scoping Study
• County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program Funding Agreement

The Water Agency Advisory Board met on March 27, 2025. Members discussed moving the WAAB under the Clerk of the Board, reviewed the Blackwater Engineering MID study update, and considered drought‑resilience planning. No motions were voted on and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

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The Planning Advisory Council will approve the March 31, 2016 meeting minutes. It will discuss the future of the Coulterville Planning Advisory Committee and make recommendations to the Clerk of the Board. The council will also discuss and recommend to the Planning Commission the General Plan/Area Plan Amendment (Application No. 2024-100), Conditional Use Permit (Application No. 2024-101), and Major Design Review (Application No. 2024-102).

• Approve the March 31, 2016 Coulterville Planning Advisory Committee Minutes
• Discuss the future of the Coulterville Planning Advisory Committee and advise the Clerk of the Board
• General Plan/Area Plan Amendment (GP/AP) Application No. 2024-100
• Conditional Use Permit Application No. 2024-101
• Major Design Review Application No. 2024-102

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will meet to review agency updates and union status. The body will also address a quarterly statistics update.

• UDWA Union Status Update
• Quarterly Stat Update
• Board of Supervisors, Agency, and Branch updates

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee met on April 11, 2025 and approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved the March 21, 2025 minutes, also unanimously. No new business was introduced.

• Approved April 11th, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved March 21st, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for Happy Goat, Inc. The body will also discuss preliminary actions on updates to Articles 2, 3, and 9 of the Draft Development Code.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit Application No. 2023-078 (Happy Goat, Inc.) at 5030 CYA Road
• Resolution to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH 2025020540)
• Discussion and preliminary action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 2, 3 & 9

The commission approved the February 21, 2025 meeting minutes as presented. It adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH2025020540) and approved Conditional Use Permit Application No. 2023‑078 for Happy Goat, Inc. The commission rescinded a prior motion to amend the minutes and tabled further discussion of Article 3 setbacks. Draft Development Code updates were flagged for future review.

• Approved February 21, 2025 minutes as presented (Baggett, Gray, Smith, McCamman voted aye)
• Rescinded earlier motion to amend February 21, 2025 minutes
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH2025020540) and approved Conditional Use Permit Application No. 2023‑078 for Happy Goat, Inc. (Baggett, Gray, Smith, McCamman voted aye)
• Tabled Article 3 setbacks discussion to next meeting
• Flagged Draft Development Code updates (Articles 2, 3, 9) for future consideration

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will meet to approve the March 21st agenda and January 9th minutes, receive updates from the Union and Board of Supervisors, and discuss the next meeting date.

• Approval of March 21st, 2025 agenda
• Approval of January 9th, 2025 minutes
• Union Status Update
• Board of Supervisors and Public Authority updates
• Discussion of next scheduled meeting date

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee approved the March 21, 2025 agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting, which focused on updates from the Board of Supervisors and agency staff.

• Approved March 21, 2025 agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved January 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Yosemite West District Advisory Committee

The Yosemite West District Advisory Committee will elect its Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Secretary. The committee will also consider approving its by‑laws, the 2025 annual report, and the 2025 meeting schedule. A fiscal update and reports on the IRWM grant and operations will be presented.

• Election of Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Secretary
• Approve by‑laws
• Approve 2025 YWDAC Annual Report
• Approve 2025 meeting dates
• Fiscal update (status of accounts)

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a potential state of emergency proclamation and a tour of wildfire risk reduction areas. The meeting will also cover updates on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan and upcoming grant opportunities.

• Discussion of Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency
• SWIFT State Representative Tour of Wildfire Risk Reduction Areas
• CWPP Progress update
• Upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities
• Approval of February 19, 2025 minutes

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee approved the February 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No action was taken on the Governor’s proclamation of a state of emergency, the SWIFT representative tour, the CWPP progress update, or upcoming grant opportunities. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the midyear financial status report and potential budget adjustments of $413,455. The meeting also includes a resolution to continue a shelter crisis local emergency and several contract approvals.

• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with Graviton Consulting Services not to exceed $340,950 for Oracle Database transition
• Agreement with Park Planet, Inc. not to exceed $92,778 for Mariposa Town Park Playground Project
• Ordinance creating Chapter 3.50 regarding Administrative Remedies Procedures for fees, charges, and assessments
• Budget adjustments increasing appropriations in the General Fund by $413,455

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for April 21, 2025.

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting originally set for March 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM was cancelled because of weather. The meeting has been rescheduled to March 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Board Chambers, Mariposa County Government Center.

• Meeting cancelled due to weather conditions
• Rescheduled to March 28, 2025, 2 PM at Board Chambers

Yosemite West District Advisory Committee

The Yosemite West District Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, review fiscal and operational updates, and take action on electing officers and approving bylaws and meeting dates.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of by-laws
• Approval of 2025 YWDAC Annual Report
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Review of Fiscal and Operations Updates

Board of Supervisors

The Mariposa County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda that includes several service agreements, fee waivers, and recognitions. Regular agenda items address library policy, auditor report, a district attorney step request, staffing changes, and salary revisions. A closed‑session meeting will discuss litigation exposure. Public comment will be allowed on non‑agenda items.

• Approve $306,702 agreement with Trinity Services Group for dietary services at the Mariposa County Jail (CA15)
• Approve $200,000 agreements with Aurora Behavioral Healthcare‑Santa Rosa and Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare for inpatient services (CA9, CA10)
• Approve $37,240 MOU with Lake Don Pedro Trailblazers for trail‑maintenance equipment (CA17)
• Waive $206 encroachment fee and close 9th and 10th Streets for Rotary Club event (CA13)
• Adopt updated collection development policy for the Mariposa County Library (Regular Agenda Item 1)

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially approve the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors. The body will also consider creating an ad-hoc committee for the Historic Design Review Overlay (HDRO) outreach campaign.

• Potential approval of the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Potential action to create an Ad-Hoc Committee for HDRO Outreach Campaign
• Update on National Park Service/Assessor’s Office Map Preservation Project
• Updates on Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines/National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Grant
• Informational updates on courthouse remodel projects including AT&T Re-Wiring, ADA Counter, and Security System

Planning Commission

The Mariposa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 7, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next regular meeting is set for March 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM.

Merced River Trail Community Working Group

The meeting scheduled for March 5, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting will be held in April 2025 on a date to be determined.

Behavioral Health Board

The Behavioral Health Board will meet to review and approve the Local Mental Health Director. The board will also discuss policy and legislative issues relevant to the BHB from Supervisor Smallcombe.

• Review and approval of Local Mental Health Director
• Discussion of policy/legislative issues from Supervisor Smallcombe

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee will hold elections for its chair, vice‑chair, and secretary. The meeting will also review updates on three public‑art projects, discuss any issues affecting committee effectiveness, and receive reports from the Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad‑Hoc Committee and the Frost Shop site activation. Items for future agendas will be considered before adjournment.

• Election of officers: chair, vice‑chair, and secretary
• Project updates: Working Lands, Working Artists Public Art Project; Historic Preservation in the Present Tense Project; MCACI Artist in Residency Program Planning Project
• Discussion of issues impeding committee effectiveness and goals for next year
• Progress report from the Public Arts/Creative Placemaking Database Ad‑Hoc Committee (CPS Program #9)
• Update on the Frost Shop site activation (CPS Project #3)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider preliminary actions on Articles 1, 6, 7, and 8 of the Draft Development Code Update. The body will also select its 2025 Chair and Vice Chair and appoint a commissioner to the Agricultural Advisory Committee.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 Planning Commission
• Appointment of a Planning Commissioner to the Agricultural Advisory Committee for 2025
• Discussion and preliminary action on Draft Development Code Update, Articles 1, 6, 7 and 8

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will approve the January 15, 2025 minutes, hear public comments, and consider several agenda items. Members will recommend changing the activity report format, discuss using a comprehensive wildfire reduction model, and plan a wildfire prevention event scheduled for May 10. The meeting will also review upcoming grant and collaborative opportunities.

• Approve minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting
• Recommendation to replace the "Round Table" segment with a collaborative discussion after meetings (Russ Marks)
• Discussion of a comprehensive wildfire reduction model as a tool for the committee (Melinda Barrett)
• Planning goals and participation for the Wildfire Prevention Event on May 10 (John Patton)
• Standing item reviewing upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities

Midpines Planning Advisory Committee

The Midpines Planning Advisory Committee will approve the November 13, 2024 minutes and elect officers. It will discuss potential additional uses for Midpines County Park and consider adjusting the committee's meeting frequency or dissolving the committee, along with approving the 2025 meeting dates. The committee will also review updates on several projects, including the Oak Road Bridge and CALTRANS studies, and discuss issues affecting council effectiveness for the upcoming annual report.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion and possible action on adjusting MPAC meeting frequency or committee dissolution and approval of 2025 MPAC meeting dates
• Discussion of potential additional uses for the Midpines County Park
• Update on Oak Road Bridge Project

Board of Supervisors

The Board will vote on a series of consent agenda items, including amendments to indigent defense contracts, new agreements for health and human services, and a $983,625 grant to support the North County Office Capital Improvement Project. It will also authorize the sale of surplus real property in the Lake Don Pedro area for $200,000. Additional items include public‑works change orders, fee waivers for community events, and a resolution recognizing Mariposa County’s 175th birthday.

• Approve $983,625 grant to Mariposa County Health and Human Services for North County Office Capital Improvement Project (CA18)
• Authorize sale of surplus land (APN 001-030-001 and APN 071-120-011) for $200,000 to Keller Family Trust (CA26)
• Approve First Amendment to indigent defense contracts, increasing each amount by $154,044 to a maximum of $574,164 (CA2‑CA4)
• Approve $200,000 agreement with Elite Family Systems for administrative and program services (CA11)
• Approve first change order with Peak Excavation for $91,717 for Yosemite West Leach Field Expansion (CA20)

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Mariposa County Code Compliance Advisory Committee meets on February 14, 2025 to consider several agenda items. Members will review and approve minutes from meetings held on September 13, 2024; November 8, 2024; December 20, 2024; and the joint Planning Commission meeting of January 10, 2025. The committee will elect a chair, vice‑chair, and secretary for 2025 and receive information about a possible dissolution of Planning Advisory Committees. The primary discussion item is the Board of Supervisors’ direction on the Code Compliance Program, including confirmation of completed steps and review of proposed steps III and IV.

• Approve minutes from Sep 13, 2024, Nov 8, 2024, Dec 20, 2024, and Jan 10, 2025 joint meeting
• Elect officers (chair, vice‑chair, secretary) for 2025 per CCAC bylaws
• Receive information on possible dissolution of Planning Advisory Committees
• Discuss and possibly act on Board‑directed Code Compliance Program steps I‑IV

In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (IHSS)

The In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee will meet to review agency updates and union status. The body will also address a quarterly stat update.

• UDWA Union Status Update
• Quarterly Stat Update
• Board of Supervisors and Agency/Branch updates

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals and several specific amendments. Key actions include a $32,680 increase for HVAC replacement at the Mariposa County Adult Detention Facility and extensions of engineering contracts for two bridge projects. The Board will also approve a memorandum amendment with the University of California, funding from the Secure Rural Schools program, and an additional custodial deputy for the Sheriff’s Office.

• Increase of $32,680 for HVAC Replacement Phase II at the Mariposa County Adult Detention Facility (Task Order No. 6 with KPA Group)
• Fifth amendment to extend Willdan Engineering contract for White Rock Road Bridge over Deadman Creek (Project 40C0062) to Dec 31 2027
• Fifth amendment to extend Willdan Engineering contract for Indian Gulch Road Bridge over Bear Creek Bridge (Project 40C0059) to Dec 31 2027
• First amendment to the MOU with The Regents of the University of California for the Prescribed Burn Association Coordinator
• Approval of one over‑hire custodial deputy position for the Sheriff’s Office

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will review updates on a National Park Service/Assessor’s Office map preservation project. The body will also discuss goals for the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors and provide updates on several preservation programs.

• National Park Service/Assessor’s Office Map Preservation Project update
• Preparation of the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Historic Design Review Application No. 2024-022 for Mariposa Downtown Improvement Project
• Gold Rush Design Review Guidelines/National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Grant update
• Certified Local Government (CLG) and Historic Resource Inventory Database updates

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review the annual report. The meeting includes a discussion led by the Clerk of the Board regarding the possible dissolution of the committee.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Annual Report
• Discussion regarding the possible dissolution of the Airport Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meetings scheduled for January 24, 2025, and February 7, 2025, have been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 21, 2025.

LTC Technical Advisory Committee

The Mariposa County Local Transportation Commission Technical Advisory Committee will meet on February 5, 2025. The committee will approve the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and review the draft OWP FY 2025-26, making recommendations. Members may also consider any new transportation items before adjourning until the April meeting.

• Approve Draft Meeting Minutes from December 4, 2024
• Review Draft OWP FY 2025-26 and make recommendations
• Consider any new items regarding transportation in Mariposa County
• Adjourn until April 2025 (date and time TBD)

Behavioral Health Board

The Mariposa County Behavioral Health Board will conduct a public hearing and presentation on Psychiatric Advanced Directives (PADS). The board is also scheduled to review bylaw changes and fill a Vice-Chair vacancy.

• Public hearing and presentation on PADS (Psychiatric Advanced Directive)
• Review and approval of changes to the Bylaws
• Filling of Vice-Chair position following the resignation of Ellie McQuarrie
• Discussion of policy and legislative issues from Supervisor Smallcombe

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote to close the Coulterville and Hornitos transfer stations on July 1, 2025, and adjust operating hours for the Don Pedro station. The agenda includes approving three engineering agreements with Willdan for bridge projects and a $65,000 agreement with the DEA for marijuana eradication.

• Closure of Coulterville and Hornitos transfer stations (July 1, 2025)
• Approve $600,000 mental health services agreement with Cornerstone Family Counseling
• Approve $65,000 DEA agreement for marijuana eradication
• Approve $161,785 salary for new Development Services Director
• Approve $600,000 agreement with DPS Media for advertising services

Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee

The February 3, 2025, meeting of the Creative Placemaking Strategy Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 24, 2025.

Calaveras Mariposa Community Action Agency (CMCAA)

The CMCAA Board will consider several action items, including approval of the September 25 2024 meeting minutes and the fiscal report. The board will vote on the 2025 CSBG contract resolution and the 2025 CSBG 25F‑6006 budget. Additional items include adopting the 2025 board roster, meeting calendar, and approving the agency audit.

• Approval of September 25 2024 Board Meeting Minutes (Item 6)
• Vote on 2025 CSBG Contract Resolution (Item 9)
• Adoption of 2025 CSBG 25F‑6006 Budget (Item 10)
• Adoption of 2025 CMCAA Board Roster (Item 11)
• Approval of CMCAA Audit (Item 13)

Water Agency Advisory Board

The Water Agency Advisory Board will elect leadership and approve revised by-laws and the 2025 meeting schedule. The board will discuss a memorandum of understanding for repurposing Burns Dam and review a feasibility report from Blackwater Consulting. The body will also convene as the Drought and Water Shortage Task Force to discuss a funding agreement for the County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of Revised By-Laws
• Memorandum of Understanding between Merced Irrigation District, County of Mariposa, and Myers Irrevocable Flying M Ranch for repurposing Burns Dam
• Review of payments under the April 1, 2017, Settlement Agreement between County of Mariposa and Merced Irrigation District
• County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program Funding Agreement

Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council

The Fish Camp Town Planning Advisory Council will elect its Chair, Vice‑Chair and Secretary for 2025. It will discuss issues affecting council effectiveness and goals for the 2024 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors. The council will also consider traffic control and parking restrictions under County Code 10.08.020, and the handling of refuse collected on Saturdays in Fish Camp. Public comment on non‑agenda items is scheduled.

• Election of FCPAC officers (Chair, Vice‑Chair, Secretary) for 2025
• Discussion on traffic control, parking and standing prohibitions per County Code 10.08.020
• Discussion on handling and disposition of Saturday refuse collection in Fish Camp
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Discussion on issues affecting council effectiveness and preparation of the 2024 Annual Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meetings scheduled for January 24, 2025, and February 7, 2025, have been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 21, 2025.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to review reports from the Senior Center Program Manager and the Adult & Aging Deputy Director. The body will also receive updates regarding SB 1249.

• Updates regarding SB 1249
• Approval of October 23, 2024 minutes
• Senior Center Program Manager Report
• Adult & Aging Deputy Director Report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review two-year Memorandums of Understanding with the Mariposa County Sheriffs Management Association and the Deputy Sheriffs Association. The meeting also includes decisions on health services contracts and staffing allocations for social workers.

• Three-year agreement with Allison Ressler for mental health services totaling $600,000
• Two-year MOUs with the Sheriffs Management Association and Deputy Sheriffs Association
• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with Wanger Jones Helsley PC for legal services
• Salary range update for Extra Help Agricultural Field Assistant to $19.38–$23.558 per hour

Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee (MCFAC)

The Mariposa County Fire Advisory Committee will meet on Jan. 15, 2025 to approve the Dec. 18, 2024 minutes and hear public comments. The meeting will include updates, activity reports, and future agenda items. Members will select the 2025 officer positions and consider a letter of support for a Community Wildfire Defense grant. They will also discuss upcoming grant and collaborative opportunities.

• Approve minutes from the Dec. 18, 2024 meeting
• Select 2025 committee officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary) – John Patton named Chair
• Consider a letter of support for the Community Wildfire Defense grant (Mariposa RCD)
• Discuss upcoming grants and collaborative opportunities
• Provide updates and activity reports

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the purpose, cost, and organization of various county committees and working groups. The body is also considering the continuation of a shelter crisis local emergency.

• Resolution continuing a Shelter Crisis Local Emergency in Mariposa County
• Agreement with American Floors and Interiors, Inc. for $72,500 for floor and tile installation
• Letter of support for the Monotti Forest Health and Fire Mitigation Project
• Agreement with Caltrans for up to $25,000 in PPM Program Activity reimbursements
• Selection of 2025 Local Transportation Commission Chair and Vice-Chair

Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission

The Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission will elect its officers and review several project updates. It will discuss potential directions for historic design review overlay outreach material and consider selecting commissioners for the Our Town Grant ad‑hoc committee. Additional updates include the Records Preservation Program, Certified Local Government status, and the work plan.

• Election of commission officers (Chair, Vice‑Chair, Secretary)
• Discussion of historic design review overlay outreach material
• Records Preservation Program update
• Action to select commissioners for Our Town Grant ad‑hoc committee
• Certified Local Government (CLG) update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and take action on the Draft Development Code (Zoning Ordinance Title 17). The body will also hold a joint meeting with the Code Compliance Advisory Committee to address enforcement provisions of the code.

• Discussion and action on Draft Development Code (Zoning Ordinance Title 17)
• Joint meeting with Code Compliance Advisory Committee regarding Zoning Ordinance Title 17.144 Enforcement Provisions

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The Code Compliance Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Planning Commission. The body will discuss and potentially recommend actions regarding the Mariposa County Development Code Update, specifically Draft Zoning Enforcement Article 17.144 and related provisions.

• Joint discussion and possible action on Draft Zoning Enforcement Article 17.144

Code Compliance Advisory Committee

The regularly scheduled Code Compliance Advisory Committee meeting for January 10, 2025, has been cancelled. The committee will instead hold a joint meeting with the Planning Commission at 9 AM on the same date.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including a $480 yearly fire alarm service contract and a $72,500 agreement for school resource officer services. The primary regular agenda item is a zoning map amendment that would rezone eight parcels (APNs 014-290-020, 014-290-021, 014-300-027, 014-300-028, 014-300-029, 014-300-031, 014-300-032, 014-300-034) from Mountain Home or Mountain General zones to an Agricultural Exclusive Zone. Additional actions include a $10,000 fund transfer between county budgets and approval of a step‑up request for a deputy district attorney. The meeting also covers appointments to planning commissions and selection of board representatives on county committees.

• Adopt Ordinance amending the zoning map for APNs 014-290-020, 014-290-021, 014-300-027, 014-300-028, 014-300-029, 014-300-031, 014-300-032 and 014-300-034 to Agricultural Exclusive Zone
• Approve $480 per year agreement with Yosemite Fire and Security for fire alarm inspection, monitoring and service
• Approve $72,500 agreement with Mariposa County Unified School District for School Resource Officer services
• Transfer $10,000 from the Fish and Wildlife Fees and Fines Budget to the Agricultural Commissioners Budget (4/5 vote required)
• Approve Advanced Step Request for Deputy District Attorney I to Step 5, effective November 14, 2024