Mendocino County public meetings in 2020

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will receive an update regarding COVID-19 in Mendocino County. Discussions may include direction for essential services, operational response, and associated economic impacts. The agenda also includes items on fire hazard reduction and land rezoning.

• COVID-19 update regarding essential services and economic impacts
• Rezoning 8.96 acres in Calpella/Milani Drive area for Cannabis Accommodation
• Ordinance introduction for hazardous vegetation and combustible material abatement
• Private road name request for Old Boy Scout Road in Willits
• Recognition of employee service awards for 15-35 years of service

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss COVID-19 impacts on essential services and the local economy. They will also consider an urgency ordinance for removing fire debris and hazard trees following recent wildfires. Additionally, the Board will review tax refund claims and new electric vehicle charging station permitting.

• Urgency Ordinance for fire debris and hazard tree removal after August Complex and Oak Fires
• Expedited permitting for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Tax refund claim of $4,220.40 by Karen A. Calvert
• Tax refund claim of $5,118.64 by James H. Calvert
• COVID-19 update regarding essential services and economic impacts

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review COVID-19 updates and essential service operations. They are also considering fire fuel reduction plans and an ordinance for temporary winter homeless shelters.

• $3,134,765 contract for Ukiah Crisis Residential Treatment Facility at 631 South Orchard Avenue
• Urgency ordinance for temporary group care facilities as winter homeless shelters
• Expansion of the Lodging Business Improvement District to include Point Arena
• CALFIRE presentation on fire fuel reduction plans for the 2021 wildfire season
• Rate adjustments for Solid Waste Collection in Fort Bragg and Ukiah areas

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss the review of all countywide contracts, including those for the Department of Transportation. The committee will also consider providing direction to staff regarding the development of Mendocino County's 2021 Legislative Platform.

• Review of all countywide contracts, including Department of Transportation contracts
• Direction regarding the development of the 2021 Legislative Platform

General Government Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Mendocino County General Government Committee for November 4, 2020, was cancelled. No items were discussed or acted upon.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss COVID-19 updates and essential service responses in the county. They are also considering an ordinance to replace tobacco retailer licensing rules. Additionally, the agenda includes several fire district ordinance ratifications and cannabis-related rezoning requests.

• Introduction of ordinance to replace tobacco retailer licensure rules
• Rezoning 27.03 acres in Redwood Valley for cannabis accommodation
• Rezoning 8.96 acres in Calpella/Milani Drive for cannabis accommodation
• Ratification of fire safety ordinances for Redwood Valley, Hopland, and Ukiah Valley districts

Assessment Appeals Board

The board will conduct public hearings for several property tax assessment protests, including those involving Safeway Inc. and The Vons Companies Inc. Additionally, the board will review requests to withdraw certain applications and approve agreed-upon reductions in assessed values.

• Public hearings for property tax protests by Safeway Inc., The Vons Companies Inc., and Georgia Pacific LLC
• Approval of requested withdrawals for assessment appeals from Georgia Pacific Corporation and Staples Inc.
• Approval of agreed-upon reductions in assessed values (stipulations)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive updates on COVID-19 and recent fire activity, including potential economic impacts. Members will also consider several urgency ordinances regarding business modifications and temporary trailer shelters. Additionally, the Board is reviewing an ordinance for an industrial hemp cultivation pilot program.

• $10,640,000 purchase of real property at 555 South Orchard Avenue, Ukiah
• Adoption of Industrial Hemp Cultivation Pilot Program ordinance
• Urgency Ordinance for temporary business modifications during COVID-19
• Urgency Ordinance for trailer coach use as shelter following recent fires
• Public hearing regarding an appeal for a new wireless communication facility in Willits

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is discussing potential direction for staff regarding the Mendocino Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance and Phase Three changes. The Board will also consider adopting a resolution for the revised Local Equity Program Manual and authorizing a grant agreement.

• Discussion on Mendocino Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance Phase Three changes
• Presentation on the Cannabis Local Equity Program
• Adoption of a resolution approving a revised Local Equity Program Manual
• Authorization for the CEO to execute a cannabis grant agreement

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive updates on COVID-19 and recent fire activity in Mendocino County. Members will also consider an urgency ordinance to modify administrative hearing procedures during the pandemic. Additionally, the Board may direct staff to analyze needs for increased law enforcement support.

• Urgency Ordinance to modify administrative hearing procedures due to COVID-19
• Introduction of Industrial Hemp Cultivation Pilot Program ordinance
• Resolution for replacing Bridge Number 10C-0111 on Hill Road
• Direction to staff regarding law enforcement support for organized crime
• Adoption of the Mendocino County Employee Poll Worker Program

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive updates on COVID-19 and recent fire activity to discuss impacts on essential services and the county economy. They are also considering the adoption of an Emergency Evacuation Plan and discussing new directions for cannabis cultivation permitting.

• Adoption of the Emergency Evacuation Plan as Annex A to the County Emergency Operations Plan
• Direction on cannabis cultivation permitting, including a digital submission portal
• $500,000 retroactive agreement with North Coast Opportunities for Direct Financial Services
• Discussion regarding a new ordinance for hazardous vegetation and rubbish abatement
• Presentation of the proposed Ukiah Senior Community Center to seek grant funding

General Government Committee

The committee will discuss reviewing all countywide contracts, beginning with those for the Sheriff-Coroner. Members will also consider providing direction to staff regarding the development of the 2021 Legislative Platform.

• Review of Countywide Contracts, starting with Sheriff-Coroner contracts
• Development of Mendocino County’s 2021 Legislative Platform

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to ratify a local emergency declaration related to the August Complex, Oak, and Hopkins fires. The action also includes ratifying a local health emergency as proclaimed by the Health Officer.

• Ratification of local emergency for August Complex, Oak, and Hopkins fires
• Ratification of local health emergency declaration

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss COVID-19 updates and the county's economic response. They are also reviewing a cannabis manufacturing and distribution permit in Laytonville. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on emergency communications and mental health services.

• $340,000 annual funding for three Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist positions
• Cannabis retail, manufacturing, and distribution permit at 43045 Highway 101, Laytonville
• $125,000 increase to litigation services for Grewal v County of Mendocino
• Response to the Grand Jury Report on the Emergency Communications System
• Rescission and re-entry of Williamson Act contracts in Philo

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss COVID-19 updates regarding essential services and economic impacts. They are also considering an ordinance to temporarily restrict commercial and residential evictions. Additionally, the Board will review a strategic plan for addressing homelessness.

• Urgency Ordinance for temporary restrictions on COVID-19 related evictions
• $3,700,000 allocation for a Crisis Residential Treatment Facility in Ukiah
• Rezoning and major use permit for 131 Whitmore Lane, Ukiah
• $140,422 agreement with Redwood Community Services for CalWORKs participants
• Speed limit changes on Boice Lane, Pearl Drive, and Fort Bragg Sherwood Road

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss COVID-19 updates regarding essential services and economic impacts. They will also consider directing staff to create a new land use ordinance for commercial cannabis cultivation. A public hearing is scheduled to add a cannabis prohibition zone to 29 parcels near Fracchia Road and Bisby Avenue.

• Rezoning 129.64 acres at Fracchia Road and Bisby Avenue to add a cannabis prohibition district
• Direction to staff for a new commercial cannabis land use ordinance
• Update on COVID-19 essential services and economic impacts
• Presentation regarding updates to the Coronavirus Relief Fund
• Direction regarding the Project Homekey application

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive updates on how COVID-19 affects essential services and the local economy. They will also consider a $40,500 legal services amendment for the Air Quality Management District and direction for new vegetation abatement laws.

• Legal services amendment with CLERE Inc. not to exceed $40,500
• Direction to staff for a Hazardous Vegetation and Rubbish Abatement Ordinance
• Introduction of an ordinance amending Grand Juror compensation and mileage
• Discussion on COVID-19 impacts on racial and ethnic minority groups
• Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee regarding 2019-2020 Grand Jury Reports

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board is conducting an organizational meeting to establish leadership and procedures for the 2020-21 term. The board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt local property tax rules and a master meeting schedule. Members will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of 2020-21 Board of Equalization Local Property Tax Rules
• Adoption of 2020-21 Master Meeting Schedule
• Approval of October 28, 2019, and January 27, 2020, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive an update on COVID-19 response and its economic impacts. They are also considering a contract amendment to increase funding for mental health services. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on business license regulations and wildlife management.

• Contract increase for Redwood Quality Management Company to $27,797,494.06
• COVID-19 essential services and economic impact update
• Appeal regarding MHRB Permit 2016-0018 conditions
• Streamlining the business license process
• USDA Wildlife Services cooperative agreement

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss and potentially take action on all countywide contracts for fiscal year 2020-21. This review begins with the Sheriff-Coroner's office, including multi-year contracts and jail schedules.

• Review of FY 2020-21 Countywide Contracts
• FY 2020-21 Contracts Reductions
• Sheriff-Coroner multi-year contracts
• FY 2020-21 Jail and Sheriff Adopted Schedule 9

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss updates regarding COVID-19, including essential services and economic impacts. They are also considering an urgency ordinance to establish administrative penalties for COVID-19 violations and face covering requirements.

• Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance regarding COVID-19 penalties and facial covering requirements
• Discussion on COVID-19 operational response and economic impacts
• Chief Executive Officer's report
• Review of legislation pursuant to the legislative platform

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to adopt the final county budget for fiscal year 2020-21. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 impacts and discussions regarding juvenile justice plans.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 final budget
• Update on COVID-19 essential services and economic impacts
• Approval of the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act budget for 2020-21
• Repurposing the Sheriff’s Office Training Room into a new courtroom
• $3,000 purchase of Monday.com software using Measure B funds

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review recommendations from the Cannabis Cultivation Ad Hoc Committee. The Board may also direct staff to begin steps for re-directing the county's cannabis cultivation program.

• Review of Cannabis Cultivation Ad Hoc Committee recommendations
• Potential re-direction of the Cannabis Cultivation Program

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to approve the proposed FY 2020-21 county budget. Supervisors will also receive an update on COVID-19 operational responses and economic impacts. Additionally, the Board will discuss potential changes to the cannabis cultivation program.

• Public hearing for approval of the FY 2020-21 proposed budget
• Increase Health Officer services agreement from $225,000 to $325,000
• Retroactive agreement with Sonoma County for EMS administration ($1,182,221.62)
• Retroactive agreement with Redwood Community Services for $152,742
• Discussion on recommendations for the Cannabis Cultivation Ad Hoc Committee

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to approve the proposed 2020-21 county budget. Members will also receive an update on COVID-19 and discuss its impact on essential services and the local economy.

• Approval of the FY 2020-21 Proposed Budget
• Retroactive agreement with Sonoma County for $1,182,221.62 for EMS administration
• Retroactive agreement with Redwood Community Services for $152,742 for COVID-19 and homeless services
• Discussion regarding COVID-19 operational response and economic impacts
• Amendment of rules to address meeting time allocation

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive an update on COVID-19 operational response and essential services. They are also considering two major agreements with Partnership Health Plan of California for Drug Medi-Cal and substance use disorder services. Additionally, the Board will review retirement contribution rates and lodging business assessments.

• Agreement with DHCS for $3,649,500 for Drug Medi-Cal services
• Agreement with PHC for $3,965,362 for substance use disorder treatment
• COVID-19 operational preparation and essential services update
• Mendocino County Employees Retirement Association contribution rates
• Lodging Business Improvement District annual assessment

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is discussing COVID-19 operational responses and essential services in Mendocino County. The agenda includes a retroactive contract amendment to fund emergency shelter services in Fort Bragg. Additionally, the Board will consider repealing the in-county travel allowance for supervisors.

• $28,710 amendment for Mendocino Coast Hospitality Center emergency shelter services
• Discussion regarding COVID-19 operational response and essential services
• Proposal to repeal the Board of Supervisors in-county travel allowance

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive an update on COVID-19 essential services and the transition to Stage 2 Shelter in Place. Members will also consider amending the 2019-20 budget and approving the Community Corrections Partnership budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

• COVID-19 operational response and essential services update
• Community Corrections Partnership budget using $3,062,136 base funding
• Postponement of Phase Three of the Cannabis Cultivation Permit Program
• $249,926 contract award to Fort Bragg Electric for Sheriff's Office fiber project
• Establishment of a COVID-19 alternate care site at 131 Whitmore Lane

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive an update on COVID-19 operational responses and essential services. They will also discuss timelines for relaxing business restrictions and consider a tax deferral for lodging operators.

• Urgency Ordinance to defer Transient Occupancy Tax and BID assessments until July 31, 2020
• Discussion on phases for relaxing COVID-19 business restrictions
• Appointment of an Interim County Health Officer
• Revisions to Mendocino County Travel and Meal Policy No. 18

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, including operational preparation and direction for essential services. The agenda also includes a public hearing on amending the Master Fee Schedule for several county departments. Additionally, an off-agenda item proposes deferring the collection of TOT and BID funds until July 31, 2020.

• Discussion regarding COVID-19 response and essential services in Mendocino County
• Public hearing to amend the Master Fee Schedule for several county departments
• Proposal to defer collection of TOT and BID funds until July 31, 2020
• $1,600,500 purchase for Public Safety Microwave Phase I repeater replacement project
• $85,000 retroactive agreement with West Business Development Center for COVID-19 economic development

Board of Supervisors

The Board is discussing updates regarding the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and direction for essential services. They are also considering a contract amendment to increase funding for County Health Officer services.

• Contract amendment for County Health Officer services from $125,000 to $225,000
• Discussion on COVID-19 operational preparation and essential services
• Amendment to County Travel and Meal Policy regarding approval authorities
• Resolution for Redwood Coast Medical Services helicopter landing facility upgrade
• Travel reimbursement disbursements for District Attorney employees

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on county operations. This includes reviewing essential services, operational preparation, and continuity of services. The Board will also receive an update on potential state-level changes to property tax deadlines.

• Discussion regarding COVID-19 response and essential services
• $25,500 agreement with Helios Health Care, LLC for residential care
• $100,000 amendment to Psynergy Programs, Inc. contract (new total $270,000)
• $82,000 agreement with Mendocino Community Health Clinic, Inc.
• Update on potential property tax deadline postponement

Board of Supervisors

The Board is meeting virtually to discuss the county's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. They will review updates on essential services and operational preparation. The Board may also vote to suspend non-essential items not related to the crisis.

• Adoption of Urgency Ordinance regarding administrative penalties for COVID-19 violations
• Discussion on essential services and operational response to COVID-19
• Proposal to suspend non-essential items not related to the pandemic

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing an ordinance for an industrial hemp cultivation pilot program and an urgency ordinance to restrict evictions through May 31, 2020. Members will also discuss COVID-19 updates regarding essential services and county facility closures. Additionally, the Board will consider staff position changes and a contract amendment for the Whole Person Care Pilot Program.

• Urgency Ordinance to restrict commercial and residential evictions through May 31, 2020
• Introduction of Industrial Hemp Cultivation Pilot Program ordinance
• Contract amendment with Redwood Quality Management Company increasing funds to $3,002,300
• Purchase of Barracuda Message Archiver appliance for $19,774
• Staffing changes including adding a Building Inspector II and Chief Planner

Board of Supervisors

The scheduled meeting for the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors on March 23, 2020, was cancelled. The agenda included proposed discussions regarding Latino community engagement and potential workshops.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will receive an update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The session includes discussion on providing direction for essential services in Mendocino County and potential reductions in county facilities or services.

• Update regarding COVID-19
• Direction regarding essential services in Mendocino County
• Discussion of temporary closures or reductions in County facilities and services

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider ratifying a local emergency and health emergency declaration regarding COVID-19. Members will also review the mid-year budget report for fiscal year 2019-20 and discuss priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. Other items include discussions on mental health services and facility improvements.

• Ratification of local emergency and health emergency related to COVID-19
• $260,000 retroactive agreement with Manzanita Services, Inc. for housing support
• $257,258 for improvements to Regional Behavioral Health Training Facility
• $125,000 agreement with Ragghianti Freitas LLP for CEQA litigation legal services
• FY 2019-20 mid-year budget report and amendments

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing the Cannabis Equity Assessment and establishing a Local Equity Program. Members will also discuss recommendations from the Cannabis Cultivation Ad Hoc Committee. Additionally, the Board will consider budget allocations for park assessments and jail facility energy studies.

• Approval of Cannabis Equity Assessment and establishment of Local Equity Program
• Allocation of $100,000 in cannabis business tax as a grant match
• $47,730 contract amendment with Nacht & Lewis Architects for jail facility energy analysis
• Budget allocation of approximately $60,000 for Phase II of the Parks Needs Assessment
• Presentation regarding non-lethal wildlife exclusion services

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider ordinances regarding camping restrictions and genetically modified organism cultivation. They will also discuss extending a moratorium on industrial hemp and reviewing road naming updates. Additionally, the Board will review infrastructure studies for the Ukiah area.

• Urgency Ordinance for camping restrictions on public and private property
• Ordinance prohibiting the cultivation of genetically modified organisms
• Extension of a moratorium on industrial hemp cultivation
• Sale of surplus County property at Rivino Ranch Road for $11,500
• Amendment to PartnerRe agreement for an estimated $1,300,300 increase

Assessment Appeals Board

The Mendocino County Assessment Appeals Board is reviewing various property assessment appeals. This includes processing withdrawn applications, approved assessment reductions, and several requested postponements for Georgia Pacific Corporation protests.

• Approval of withdrawn assessment appeals
• Approval of agreed-upon assessment reductions
• Postponement requests for Georgia Pacific Corporation protests
• Approval of October 2019 and July 2019 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss updates on fire and EMS sustainability and energy efficiency projects. Members will also consider an ordinance to make vehicle abandonment a misdemeanor offense. Additionally, the Board may request a price estimate for an ambulance service along the 101 corridor.

• Amendment to Thomas Law Group agreement increasing total amount to $280,000
• Request for a subsidy price estimate for an Advanced Life Support ambulance
• Ordinance amendment to make vehicle abandonment a misdemeanor offense
• Agreement with Cline Investigations LLC for $120,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board will elect its 2020 Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt new rules of procedure. Members will also discuss a long-term strategic plan addressing budget, homelessness, and fire response. Additionally, the Board will consider a request to investigate the legality of using public funds for a private entity partnership.

• Election of 2020 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Legal evaluation of Adventist Health partnership
• Formation of cannabis licensing ad hoc committee
• Assessment of EDFC return on investment
• Plan to make most business licenses optional