Modoc County public meetings in 2024
17 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Modoc County Planning Commission will meet to discuss the 7th Cycle Housing Element Update (GPA2024-01) for the 2024-2029 cycle. The commission will also review meeting minutes from April and July 2024.
- 7th Cycle Housing Element Update (GPA2024-01) for the 2024-2029 Housing Cycle
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on amending fines and charges for impounded animals. The body is also considering several contracts for air pollution grants, equipment purchases, and the acquisition of two parcels of land.
- Public hearing to amend Title 6 Animals, Section 6.02.096 regarding impounded animal fines
- Proposed purchase of Assessor's Parcel Number# 003-227-001 and 003-227-010 for $100,000 plus fees
- Four Air Pollution Control District FARMER grant contracts totaling $393,408
- Purchase of two Caterpillar work tools from Peterson CAT not to exceed $121,292.44
- Herbicide chemicals bid award to Helena not to exceed $69,898.89
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider approving a new three-year strategic plan and a bid exemption to purchase equipment. The meeting also includes informational presentations on rail operations, law enforcement collaboration, and county broadband.
- Purchase of one 1987 LMC 1500 Snow cat from Lyon Ranch LLC for $56,306.25
- Approval of the 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan
- Presentation on Goose Lake Railway operations by Nexxt Rail LLC
- Presentation on law enforcement collaboration by Modoc and Lake County Sheriffs
- Presentation on the state of broadband in Modoc County
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider purchasing a snow cat for $56,306.25 and approving the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes presentations on the Goose Lake Railway and inter-county law enforcement collaboration.
- Purchase of one 1987 LMC 1500 Snow cat for $56,306.25
- Approval of the 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan
- Presentation on the Goose Lake Railway operations
- Presentation on Modoc and Lake County Sheriff department collaboration
- Presentation on the state of broadband in Modoc County
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several contracts for behavioral health services and a prosecutor. The meeting also includes a large volume of appointments in lieu of election for various local fire, water, and community service districts.
- Renewal contract with BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital Inc. for acute psychiatric inpatient services not to exceed $50,000
- Recurring contract with BHC Sierra Vista Hospital Inc. not to exceed $50,000 per fiscal year ($150,000 total)
- Contract with Law Office of Richard Cotta for Assistant District Attorney Prosecutor Services at $9,278.00 monthly
- Adoption of Ordinance# 288-B amending Title 8 Health and Safety regarding underground storage of hazardous substances
- Appointments for numerous districts including Adin, Alturas Rural, Cedarville, and Lookout Fire Protection Districts
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on amending hazardous waste storage regulations and consider approval for various contracts including dispatch services, software subscriptions, and road right-of-way purchases.
- Public hearing on amending Title 8 hazardous waste storage ordinance
- MOU for after-hours dispatch services not to exceed $10,000
- Contract for water resource advisory services not to exceed $35,000
- Contract for 40 Developmental Assets Family Support Program not to exceed $265,111
- Contracts to purchase right of way for Route 299 and 395 rehabilitation
Groundwater Resources and Drought Task Force Advisory Committee
The Groundwater Resource and Drought Task Force Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the objectives and schedule of a Drought Resilience Plan. The session includes an introduction of West Yost Consultants and a review of recent drought experiences from 2012-2016 and 2021-2023.
- Informational update on SB 552
- Discussion of Drought Resilience Plan outline and project schedule
- Review of drought experiences from 2012-2016 and 2021-2023
- Introduction of West Yost Consultants
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on amending building regulations for agricultural structures and consider approval for various contracts and purchases, including vehicles and software.
- Public hearing on amending agricultural building regulations to include greenhouses, hoop houses, and high tunnels
- Approval to purchase two 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles for $109,636.42
- Approval to award a contract for Crowdstrike Falcon Complete software not to exceed $30,796.97 per year
- Approval to purchase one 2024 Toyota Sienna Hybrid LE for $72,420.64
- Approval to award a contract for Public Defender Services for $29,941.46 monthly
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will discuss a resolution supporting legal action in Utah v. United States and a budget modification. The board is also reviewing contracts and grant applications for the Air Pollution Control District.
- Contract with O'Sullivan Grazing Company not to exceed $99,239.04
- Budget modification for SGMA Grant Fund 296 and General Fund 001 in the amount of $2,420.47
- Resolution in support of Utah v. United States Legal Action (Supreme Court Docket NO. 22O160)
- Grant application between Air Pollution Control District and Carl Moyer Program for FY 2024-2025
- Disposal of two desks and hutches from the Farm Advisor's asset inventory
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will reconvene budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, covering departments such as Public Health, Planning, and Administration. The meeting concludes with the Board considering resolutions to adopt the county's personnel allocation table and the adopted budget.
- Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Hearings
- Resolution adopting Personnel Allocation Table for FY 2024-2025
- Resolution adopting County of Modoc Adopted Budget for FY 2024-2025
- Public Health and Safety Tax (SRF)
- LEAP Grant (OSRF)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget hearings for various county departments and funds. These sessions are scheduled to continue into Thursday, September 26, 2024.
- Budget hearings for District Attorney and Victim Witness
- Budget hearings for Sheriff, County Jail, and Coroner
- Budget hearings for Treasurer and Tax Collector
- Budget hearings for Public Works, Airports, and Road Department
- Budget hearings for Social Services, Agriculture Commissioner, and Library
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will review several contracts for county services, budget modifications for the District Attorney, and the 2024-2025 Tax Rate Book. The body is also deciding on equipment purchases for Health Services and the Road/Airport department.
- Purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD not to exceed $53,587.31
- Two surveillance camera contracts with IT Management Corporation and McCombs Electric Inc. totaling up to $59,138.04
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Tax Rate Book
- Lease agreement with Bear Creek Mall, LLC not to exceed $950.00 per month
- Contract with UNICO Engineering for County Surveyor Services
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several departmental contracts, including agreements for youth placement and tax auction services. They are deciding on the addition of two Social Services positions and the acceptance of a $20,000 election administration grant.
- Grant from Center for Tech and Civic Life for election administration not to exceed $20,000
- Agreement with The Regents of the University of California for technical assistance not to exceed $49,000
- Proposed addition of one Social Service Aide ($3,356.00 - $5,205.00 monthly) and one Office Assistant I/II/III
- Ordinance #343-A to amend Assessment Appeals and Ordinance #365 regarding Supervisor Elect training
- Contract with California Department of Food and Agriculture for Detection Trapping not to exceed $2,000
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will discuss amendments to county codes regarding assessment appeals and supervisor-elect training. The body is also deciding on multiple service contracts for child care, behavioral health, and water management.
- Contract with West Yost for SGMA Implementation grant not to exceed $1,243,990.00
- Task order with West Yost for Drought Resilience Planning Grant not to exceed $112,980.00
- Public hearing to amend Chapter 3.05 Assessment Appeals and Chapter 2.04 Board of Supervisors
- Contract with TEACH, Inc. for parent education services not to exceed $86,500.00
- Resolution adopting the water service plan for the community of Canby
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several service contracts, including IHSS and welfare fraud investigation. The meeting includes proposals to update salary ranges for agricultural and administrative roles and a discussion on the 2023-2024 Grand Jury Report.
- Contract with TEACH, Inc. for IHSS Employer of Record & Registry not to exceed $153,102.13
- MOU with District Attorney for welfare fraud investigation not to exceed $68,187.00
- Salary reclassification for Deputy Agricultural Commissioner to ranges between $5,954.00 and $9,614.00 monthly
- Creation of Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer position with monthly salary $3,389.00 - $5,258.00
- Technology support and network audit contracts with Patrick Gerard DBA Shasta Infrastructure Services totaling $14,700.00
Planning Commission
The Modoc County Planning Commission will consider renewing Interim Management Plans for three surface mining sites: Johnson Pit, Larranaga Pit, and Stones Canyon Quarry. The body will also vote on a 5-year extension for a mobile home park expansion.
- Renewal of Interim Management Plan for Johnson Pit (UP96-53)
- Renewal of Interim Management Plan for Larranaga Pit (UP 99-49)
- Renewal of Interim Management Plan for Stones Canyon Quarry (ER94-23)
- 5-year extension for Likely Place Mobile Home Park expansion (UP2019-02EXT)
- Public hearing on mining and mobile home park projects
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code with local amendments. The meeting includes decisions on behavioral health contracts, public safety equipment purchases, and personnel reclassifications.
- Ordinance# 221-J adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code
- Purchase of one 2024 Dodge Durango DUI patrol vehicle not to exceed $60,032.36
- Purchase of two DUI checkpoint message boards from Kustom Signals, Inc. at $20,230.60 per unit
- IT support agreement with Apex Technology Management not to exceed $10,000.00
- Reclassification of Deputy Watermaster salary to Range 311 ($5,153.00 - $7,995.00 monthly)