Mendocino County public meetings in 2022

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss priorities for the 2022-23 fiscal year budget. The agenda includes consideration of memorandum of understanding renewals for SEIU Local 1021 and the County Management Association. The Board will also review proposed revisions to the Business Improvement District ordinance.

• Labor agreements with SEIU Local 1021 and County Management Association
• $100,000 retroactive agreement for a COVID-19 facility at Redwood Empire Fairgrounds
• Renewal of local emergency declarations for drought and tree mortality
• Presentation on Business Improvement District ordinance revisions
• Certification of the November 8, 2022, statewide general election results

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss the development of the 2023 Legislative Platform and review a monthly update from the Cannabis Department. The committee will also consider recommendations regarding vegetation modification for commercial cannabis cultivation applications. Additionally, members will address a resolution for a potential $5,000,000 grant application.

• Grant application for up to $5,000,000 for the Cannabis Equity Grants Program
• Development of the 2023 Legislative Platform
• Cannabis Department Monthly Update review
• Vegetation modification in commercial cannabis cultivation applications

Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Mendocino County Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee on December 12, 2022, was cancelled.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is considering ordinance amendments for 2022 building standards and updates to the Master Fee Schedule. They will also discuss replacing a bridge on Wilderness Lodge Road and review the current fiscal year budget status.

• Adoption of Ordinance 4516 regarding 2022 Building Standards Code
• Resolution for replacing Bridge Number 10C0073 on Wilderness Lodge Road
• Amendments to the Master Fee Schedule for various county services
• $100,000 agreement with Redwood Valley-Calpella Fire District for a metal building
• $61,920.32 fund transfer to the Historical Society of Mendocino County

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting on November 10, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session for a conference with agency negotiators regarding all employee organizations.

• Closed session conference with agency negotiators Darcie Antle, Cherie Johnson, and Jon Holtzman

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing the FY 2022-23 first quarter budget report, including departmental spending and revenues. Items for discussion include updates to building codes and regulations for "moveable tiny homes." The Board will also consider environmental protections for riparian and wetland areas.

• First Quarter Budget Report for FY 2022-23 and recommended adjustments
• Ordinance amending the County Code to adopt 2022 California Building Standards
• $150,000 agreement with Renne Public Law Group for investigations and litigation
• Discussion regarding regulations for "Moveable Tiny Homes"
• $45,000 amendment to audit services contract with Clifton Larson Allen LLP

Board of Supervisors

The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions to proclaim a local emergency for tree mortality and renew the existing drought emergency declaration. The Board is also scheduled to discuss an ordinance regarding device registration and inspection fees and priority water resiliency projects. Additionally, members will review updates on fiscal year-end processes.

• Resolution to proclaim a local emergency related to tree mortality
• Ordinance amending Mendocino County Code regarding device registration and inspection fees
• Renewal of the local emergency declaration due to drought conditions
• Amendment to American Guard Services, Inc. contract totaling $374,720 for COVID-19 security services
• Agreements with Placer County Air Pollution Control District for the FARMER Grant Program

Assessment Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and a notice for public comment. No specific cases or business items are listed for this meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors will consider an 18-month temporary road closure for Dogwood Terrace and related roads to prevent illegal dumping. The Board will also discuss amendments to the cannabis cultivation ordinance and code enforcement regarding vegetation removal. Additionally, the agenda includes grant applications and fire district agreements.

• Proposed 18-month closure of Dogwood Terrace, County Road 641A, and Dogwood Lane to prevent illegal dumping
• Amendments to the Mendocino County Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance regarding appeals processes
• $2,177,399 grant application for a Local Coastal Program update
• $50,000 agreement with Redwood Valley-Calpella Fire District for ADA entrance updates
• $40,000 agreement with Redwood Valley-Calpella Fire District for an exhaust extraction system

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss recommendations for the Local Jurisdiction Assistance Grants Program (LJAGP) manual. The committee will also consider proposals regarding the streamlining of Cannabis Department programs and Chapter 10A.17.

• Recommendations for the LJAGP Direct Grant and Fee Waiver Program Manual
• Streamlining of Cannabis Department programs and Chapter 10A.17

Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Mendocino County Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee on October 17, 2022, was cancelled.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a healthcare benefits agreement estimated at $17,894,807 for 2023. The agenda also includes discussions on cannabis equity programs, the establishment of a Public Health Advisory Board, and tiny house regulations.

• Agreement with PRISM JPA for employee healthcare and dental plans, estimated at $17,894,807 for 2023
• Ordinance to amend Chief Executive Officer duties and update agency references in the County Code
• Recommendation to establish a Public Health Advisory Board
• Review of amendments regarding moveable tiny houses as accessory dwelling units
• Direction to staff regarding cannabis equity programs and the Cannabis Ad Hoc Committee

Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee

The committee will consider input from local water districts regarding proposed priority projects by district. Members will also discuss drought planning for small water suppliers and rural communities under SB552. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the August 15, 2022 regular meeting.

• Presentation of 5 priority water projects for Mendocino County
• Discussion on SB552 drought planning for small water suppliers and rural communities
• Approval of August 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a $17.8 million healthcare and dental benefits agreement with PRISM JPA. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a coastal development permit appeal in Albion and discussions on cost savings from long-term job vacancies.

• Approval of $17,894,807 healthcare and dental benefits agreement with PRISM JPA
• Public hearing for a coastal development permit appeal at 1401 North Highway 1, Albion
• $1,894,185 CAL FIRE agreement for the Fuels Reduction and Community Preparedness Project
• Review of cost savings from eliminating vacancies older than 18 months
• $992,000 grant application for the County Grants Capacity Building Project

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review responses to several 2021-2022 Grand Jury reports regarding the county jail and cannabis equity grants. Additionally, members will consider memorandum of understanding agreements for deputy sheriffs and confidential employees. The agenda also includes a discussion on retroactive payments for economic development services.

• MOU with Mendocino County Deputy Sheriff’s Association
• MOU with Mendocino County Association of Confidential Employees
• $5,000 amendment to Medstar Ambulance Company agreement
• Responses to Grand Jury reports on jail and cannabis equity
• Continuation of local emergency for the Hopkins Fire

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a resolution regarding $18,145,000 in Certificates of Participation. This includes agreements for site and facilities leases and purchase contracts. The Board also plans to adopt bylaws and appoint officers for the Public Facilities Corporation.

• $18,145,000 financing via Certificates of Participation, Series 2022
• Adoption of corporate bylaws for Mendocino County Public Facilities Corporation
• Appointment of CEO, Secretary, and Treasurer for the Public Facilities Corporation

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting was cancelled. The agenda included a discussion regarding the possible appointment of CEO Darcie Antle as General Manager of the Mendocino County Public Facilities Corporation to allow final execution of approved financing documents.

• Appointment of Darcie Antle as General Manager of the Mendocino County Public Facilities Corporation

Board of Supervisors

The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors will consider a $18,145,000 agreement for various leases and purchase contracts. The agenda also includes a public hearing on rezoning property in Ukiah and presentations regarding emergency alerts. Additionally, the Board will address resolutions related to drought and fire emergencies.

• $18,145,000 for site lease, facilities lease, and purchase contracts
• Rezoning of 1550 South State Street, Ukiah from Limited Commercial to General Commercial
• $100,000 grant application for the Sea Level Rise Resiliency Strategy Project
• $2,500 agreement with Potter Valley Community Parks and Recreation for a new pump house
• Program for subsidizing public records requests by media agencies

Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee

The committee will review an update from the Drought Task Force Committee. Members will also discuss the draft Mendocino County Water Agency Implementation Plan and a request for proposals for a Water Resource Specialist. Additionally, the committee will receive an update regarding the re-establishment of a stand-alone water agency.

• Update from the Drought Task Force Committee
• Review of Mendocino County Water Agency Implementation Plan (Scenario #1)
• Discussion of Water Resource Specialist RFP
• Update on funding for re-establishing a stand-alone water agency

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review construction costs and timelines for a new jail facility. They will also consider funding requests for the Ukiah Recovery Center expansion using Opioid Settlement and Measure B funds. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on water agency implementation and drought response.

• Update on new jail facility construction costs and timeline
• $2,000,000 Opioid Settlement and $1,612,000 Measure B request for Ukiah Recovery Center expansion
• Introduction of Sheriff’s Office Military Equipment Use Policy ordinance
• Certification of 0.25% sales tax petition to fund libraries
• Establishment of a Countywide Drought Task Force Committee

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss reassigning CDBG COVID-19 grant funds toward microenterprise technical and financial assistance. The meeting also includes a status report on Mental Health Treatment Act projects. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to approve several agreements for fire training structures and emergency medical equipment.

• Reassignment of CDBG COVID-19 grant funds for microenterprise assistance
• $390,721.12 agreement with Fort Bragg Fire Protection Authority for a fire training structure
• $399,971 agreement with Ukiah Valley Fire Authority for a fire training structure
• $20,000 agreement with Elk Community Services District for EMS equipment
• Status report on Mental Health Treatment Act Citizen's Oversight Committee projects

Assessment Appeals Board

This agenda is for an organizational meeting of the Mendocino County Assessment Appeals Board. No substantive items or decisions are listed beyond public comment.

• Public Comment

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering an ordinance for a new County Essential Services Transactions and Use Tax. They will also discuss using new tax revenues for fire protection and emergency services. Additionally, the Board will review an employment agreement for the County CEO.

• Introduction of a County Essential Services Transactions and Use Tax ordinance
• Urgency Ordinance to consolidate Auditor-Controller/Treasurer-Tax Collector offices
• Employment agreement for CEO Darcie Antle with total annual compensation of $338,000
• Resolution of intent to spend new tax revenues on fire protection and emergency services
• Legal analysis regarding regulation of water extraction from private wells for commercial use

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider approving the proposed FY 2022-23 county budget. The agenda also includes discussions regarding emergency medical services, potential sales tax, and regulations for temporary camping on private property.

• Proposed approval of the FY 2022-23 Mendocino County Budget
• $400,000 HVAC replacement project for Fort Bragg Justice Center
• $750,000 in Community Development Block Grant applications for microenterprise and Noyo Harbor District projects
• Discussion regarding a potential sales tax for submission to voters
• Review of emergency medical services and ambulance transport as public safety

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially approve the proposed county budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda also includes renewing local emergency declarations regarding drought and the Hopkins Fire. Additionally, several service contracts and fund transfers are up for approval.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-23 Mendocino County budget
• $45,454.55 agreement with Albion Little River Fire Protection District for a wildland engine
• $219,000 agreement with A&A Health Services, LLC for residential care services
• Up to $90,000 legal services agreement with Hawkins Delafield & Wood, LLP
• Renewal of local emergency declarations for drought and the Hopkins Fire

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review the third-quarter budget report and discuss priorities for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The agenda also includes approving a juvenile justice plan and discussing assessments for lodging businesses in several cities.

• Approval of $5,265,734 Community Corrections Partnership budget for FY 2022-23
• Proposed annual assessment for lodging businesses in Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Ukiah, and Willits
• Ordinance to repeal and replace the county's Solid Waste code
• $175,000 emergency project for hazardous trees at Bower Park in Gualala
• Acceptance of the Mendocino County Juvenile Justice Plan

Assessment Appeals Board

The Mendocino County Assessment Appeals Board will review several property tax assessment appeals. The agenda includes approving withdrawn applications and postponed requests for various properties. The board is also scheduled to conduct protest hearings for MLJ Holdings LLC and Raley’s Family of Stores.

• Protest hearings for MLJ Holdings LLC (APN 047-100-4600 and 047-100-5500)
• Protest hearings for Raley’s Family of Stores/CPP Ukiah Crossroads Center LLC
• Approval of postponed applications for Mendocino Hotels LLC properties
• Review of withdrawn applications from Cakebread Properties

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss priorities for the FY 2022-23 budget and a proposal to reduce cannabis business tax collection by 50% for two years. The agenda also includes amendments to the Master Fee Schedule and decisions on cannabis-related rezonings in Fort Bragg.

• Proposal to reduce Cannabis Business Tax Collection by 50% for two years starting in FY 2022-23
• Amendments to the Master Fee Schedule for various county agencies
• Denial of rezonings for cannabis accommodation districts in Fort Bragg
• Revised $500,000 CDBG application for the Covelo Cleanup and Blight Removal Project
• Direction regarding the preparation of the FY 2022-23 budget

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider law enforcement hiring incentives and zoning adjustments. The meeting also includes appeals regarding coastal development permits and a presentation on road dust suppression in Laytonville.

• $7,000 incentive for self-financed academy graduates and $20,000 for lateral transfers
• Rezoning of APN 184-110-29 from Multi-Family Residential to Suburban Residential
• Ordinance amendment regarding the licensure of tobacco retailers
• Appeal for converting a motel into a 21-unit apartment complex in Willits
• MOU with Superior Court for Pretrial Services Program involving up to $206,368.46 in reimbursements

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a special meeting including closed sessions regarding real property negotiations and litigation. Discussions include potential property acquisition in Ukiah and a surplus sale in Point Arena. The session also includes performance evaluations for the Agricultural Commissioner and Interim CEO.

• Property acquisition negotiation: 1101 S. Dora Street, Ukiah
• Surplus/sale of real property: 451 School St, Point Arena
• Review of existing litigation: Ann Marie Borges & Chris Gurr v. County of Mendocino
• Performance evaluation: Agricultural Commissioner
• Performance evaluation: Interim Chief Executive Officer

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss legislative subpoenas regarding certain officers of Ortner Management Group, LLC and review documents related to County contracts with the group. The agenda also includes items for approval regarding jail campus repairs and 911 equipment relocation.

• Subpoena examination of Ortner Management Group, LLC officers and contract document review
• $25,000 project to replace damaged concrete at the 951 Low Gap Road jail campus walkway
• $217,306 agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for 911 equipment relocation
• Letter of support for Assembly Bill 2120 regarding federal funding for local bridges

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review the FY 2021-22 mid-year budget report regarding departmental spending and revenues. Members will also consider an employment agreement for Darcie Antle to serve as Interim CEO. Additionally, the Board will discuss proposed regulations for water extraction and hauling.

• Employment agreement for Darcie Antle as Interim CEO totaling $338,000
• Review of FY 2021-22 mid-year budget report and proposed amendments
• Proposed regulations for water extraction, mining, and commercial hauling
• Implementation of a vehicle lease program with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.
• Direction regarding the Mendocino County Parks Needs Assessment Report

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering multiple items related to the county's cannabis program. Proposed actions include amending habitat review standards and updating a grant program manual. The Board will also discuss extending cultivation permits and creating an appeal process for application denials.

• Name change from Cannabis Program to Cannabis Department
• Amendments to Sensitive Species Habitat Review Performance Standards
• Development of a grant program manual for the cannabis program
• Changes to ordinances regarding cultivation permits and stays of permit
• Creation of an appeal process for cannabis application denials

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider directing staff to study public interest in increased housing density. The agenda also includes the creation of a new grant writing budget unit and discussions on emergency road access policies. Additionally, the Board will review an employment agreement for County Counsel.

• Employment agreement for Christian M. Curtis as County Counsel at $327,141 annually
• Creation of a new Budget Unit for grant writing starting in FY 22-23
• Direction to staff to study public interest in high-density housing
• Transfer of up to $45,000 for emergency access maps in Sherwood area
• Resolution for countywide bulky item amnesty days up to $200,000

Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Resources Committee meeting scheduled for February 28, 2022, was cancelled. No committee action items or business were addressed.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special closed session to conduct performance evaluations for several county officials. These discussions involve the Public Health Director, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Director, Cannabis Program Director, and Public Health Officer.

• Performance evaluation: Public Health Director
• Performance evaluation: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Director
• Performance evaluation: Cannabis Program Director
• Performance evaluation: Public Health Officer

Board of Supervisors

The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors will hold a special closed session. The meeting includes public employee performance evaluations for five department directors.

• Performance evaluation of General Services Agency Director
• Performance evaluation of Social Services Director
• Performance evaluation of Agricultural Commissioner
• Performance evaluation of Transportation Director
• Performance evaluation of Cultural Services Agency Director

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing appeals for a coastal residence in Albion and a motel conversion in Willits. The agenda also includes several agreements for fire equipment funded by PG&E disaster settlements. Additionally, the Board will discuss funding for the Jail Expansion Project.

• Appeal of a permit to convert a 30-room motel into a 21-unit apartment complex in Willits
• Agreement with Fort Bragg Fire Protection Authority for $90,909.10 for gear and equipment
• Agreement with Mendocino County Fire Safe Council for $150,000 for a Community Chipper Program
• Resolution regarding the use of funds for the Jail Expansion Project
• Appeal of a coastal development permit for a residence at 1401 North Highway 1, Albion

Board of Supervisors

The Board will discuss sourcing $450,000 for a criminal justice software project and terminating the moratorium on Phase Three cannabis cultivation permits. They will also review updates on the 2022 planning work plan and various local emergency declarations.

• Sourcing $450,000 in additional funding for the Criminal Justice Software System Replacement Project
• Terminating the urgency moratorium on Phase Three cannabis cultivation permitting
• Allocating $50,000 to the Inland Water and Power Commission for the Potter Valley Project
• Renewing local emergency declarations related to past wind events, fires, and drought

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review a proposal to construct a Psychiatric Health Facility at 131 Whitmore Lane with an estimated cost of $19,508,059. The agenda also includes discussions on organic waste reduction and several agreements for medical equipment using PG&E settlement funds.

• Proposed construction of a Psychiatric Health Facility at 131 Whitmore Lane ($19,508,059 estimate)
• $31,300 agreement with Covelo Fire Protection District for EMS equipment
• $20,000 agreement with Medstar Ambulance for EMS equipment
• Ordinance delegating fund investment authority to the County Treasurer for 2022
• Amendment to the Covelo Solid Waste Transfer Station service agreement

Assessment Appeals Board

The Mendocino County Assessment Appeals Board is scheduled to conduct several protest hearings regarding property assessments. The board will also review requests for postponements and the approval of withdrawn applications.

• Property assessment appeal hearing for Pete E Benville
• Multiple property assessment appeal hearings for Pear Tree Retail I LLC (Cire Equity)
• Postponement requests for various Cakebread Properties applications
• Approval of a withdrawn application from Anderson Valley Properties LLC

Board of Supervisors

This organizational meeting includes the election of the 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair. The Board will also consider a contract for a new memorial at the Sheriff's Office and an appeal regarding a cannabis facility in Yorkville.

• $95,692.78 contract with Bell Memorials & Granite Works Inc. for a fallen peace officers memorial
• Public hearing on an appeal for a cannabis processing facility at 26701 Hwy 128 in Yorkville
• Election of the 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Introduction of an ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 4491 regarding cannabis facilities
• Rescinding the employment agreement for County Counsel Christian M. Curtis