Modoc County public meetings in 2024
38 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
The Modoc County Planning Commission approved the minutes from April and July 2024, and unanimously approved changing the next meeting date to January 22, 2025. No substantive land-use decisions were made; the meeting included a public forum on preapproved building plans and a discussion of the 7th Cycle Housing Element Update.
- Approved minutes for April 24, 2024 and July 24, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved agenda modification to set next meeting for January 22, 2025 (unanimous)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved a letter of support for a $3.2 million CalFire grant application by Lomakatsi Restoration Project for forest thinning on the Modoc National Forest. They also approved several contracts, including herbicide chemicals, FARMER grants, snow plows, and professional services. All votes were unanimous with Supervisor Coe absent.
- Approved letter of support for Lomakatsi Restoration Project grant application (4-0)
- Approved herbicide bid to Helena, not to exceed $69,898.89 (4-0)
- Approved FARMER grant contracts with Jon Arreche, Barker Ranch, Will Stevenson, Jenny Wolf (4-0 each)
- Approved purchase of two Caterpillar plows with financing, not to exceed $130,886.52 (4-0)
- Approved purchase of book scanner for historical records, not to exceed $30,000 (4-0)
- Approved contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for business opportunity assessment (4-0)
- Approved budget modification for ARPA Local Recovery expenditures of $249,948 (4-0)
- Approved 2025 Board meeting calendar with only one meeting in November (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a bid exemption and authorized the purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat from Lyon Ranch LLC for $56,306.25. The board also unanimously approved the 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan. The meeting included informational presentations on the Goose Lake Railway, sheriff's department collaboration, and broadband status, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved bid exemption and $56,306.25 purchase of 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat from Lyon Ranch LLC (unanimous)
- Approved 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan (unanimous)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat from Lyon Ranch LLC for $56,306.25 and adopted the 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan. The Board also held joint discussions with the Oregon Lake County Commissioners regarding the Goose Lake Railway, cross-county law enforcement collaboration, and local broadband status.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved bid exemption and purchase of a 1987 LMC 1500 Snowcat for $56,306.25 (Contract# 2024-214) (5-0)
- Approved the 2025-2027 County of Modoc Strategic Plan (5-0)
- Approved recess until 10:00 a.m. (5-0)
- Approved adjournment of the December 3, 2024 meeting (5-0)
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
The Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda with numerous appointments to local districts and fire protection boards, renewed behavioral health contracts, and adopted Ordinance #288-B on underground storage of hazardous substances. They also approved a contract for assistant district attorney services, several farmer grant agreements for the Air Pollution Control District, a new agenda management software system, and a task order for groundwater monitoring. Two agenda items were removed, and one item regarding a bid exemption for equipment purchase was removed and not acted upon.
- Approved consent agenda with appointments to local districts and fire boards (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #288-B amending underground storage of hazardous substances regulations (unanimous)
- Approved promotion of Health Services Administrative Clerk II to Health Education Specialist (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Law Office of Richard Cotta for Assistant DA services at $9,278/month (unanimous)
- Approved six Farmer Grant Agreements totaling over $600,000 for Air Pollution Control District (unanimous)
- Approved $51,914.55 contract with Civic Plus for agenda management and website software (unanimous)
- Approved $183,869.75 task order with West Yost for groundwater monitoring in Big Valley Basin (unanimous)
- Approved letter of support for Collins sawmill USFS Wood Infrastructure grant (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance amendment to Title 8, Chapter 8.24 (Underground Storage of Hazardous Substances), waiving the first reading and setting the second reading for November 26, 2024. The board also approved a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and agreements, and took action on several individual items including a TruNarc Analyzer purchase and a Caltrans right-of-way sale. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved waiver of first reading of Ordinance #288-B amending underground storage of hazardous substances regulations (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 12 items including MOUs, contracts, and meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $27,962.50 purchase of TruNarc Analyzer for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
- Approved $4,300 Caltrans right-of-way purchase for Route 299/395 with park benefit amendment (unanimous)
- Approved $265,111 T.E.A.C.H. contract for 40 Developmental Assets Family Support Program, amended start date (unanimous)
- Approved $6,140 Gaynor Telesystems subscription, contingent on 12-month agreement and County Counsel approval (unanimous)
- Approved amendment #2 to CSG Consultants code enforcement agreement through June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Designated Supervisor Byrne as delegate to RCRC, GSFA, and GSCA boards for 2025 (unanimous)
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
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an ordinance amendment to Title 15 Building Regulations, Chapter 15.03 Agricultural Buildings, to include greenhouses, hoop houses, and high tunnels, and waived the first reading, setting the second reading for November 12, 2024. The board also approved several contracts and purchases, including a $72,420.64 Toyota Sienna Hybrid for Behavioral Health and two Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for $109,636.42. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved ordinance amendment to include greenhouses, hoop houses, and high tunnels in agricultural building regulations (5-0)
- Waived first reading of the ordinance and set second reading for November 12, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved $72,420.64 purchase of 2024 Toyota Sienna Hybrid for Behavioral Health (5-0)
- Approved $109,636.42 purchase of two 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for Behavioral Health (5-0)
- Approved $29,941.46 monthly contract for Public Defender Services with Law Office of Stephen King (5-0)
- Approved letter of support for Pit River Greenhouse Complex restoration via Tribal Climate Resilience grant (5-0)
- Approved letter of intent for Northern California EMS transition to Joint Powers Agency (5-0)
- Approved salary increase for Agricultural Commissioner from $9,427 to $9,898.35 monthly (5-0)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved, as amended, a resolution supporting the Utah v. United States legal action (Supreme Court Docket No. 22O160), with authorization for the Chair and Natural Resource Director to obtain answers to board questions and make a determination. The board also approved consent agenda items, a budget modification, and two Air Pollution Control District contracts. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda removing two desks from Farm Advisor inventory (unanimous)
- Approved as amended Resolution #2024-52 supporting Utah v. United States (unanimous)
- Approved Supervisor Coe as CSAC delegate and Supervisor Starr as alternate (unanimous)
- Approved budget modification for SGMA Grant Fund 296 and General Fund 001, $2,420.47 (unanimous)
- Approved Carl Moyer Program grant application for FY 2024-2025, Contract #2024-175 (unanimous)
- Approved O'Sullivan Grazing Company contract not to exceed $99,239.04, Contract #2024-176 (unanimous)
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)
The Board of Supervisors held a budget hearing and unanimously approved Resolution #2024-50 adopting the Personnel Allocation Table for FY 2024-2025, and Resolution #2024-51 adopting the County of Modoc Adopted Budget for FY 2024-2025 as amended, giving the Auditor authority to move money into the SBITA Software account and make other technical corrections. The budget includes General Fund revenue of $15,150,177 and expenditures of $16,094,894, with an estimated ending fund balance of $1,962,296. Supervisor Rhoads was absent for both votes.
- Approved Resolution #2024-50 adopting Personnel Allocation Table for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous, Rhoads absent)
- Approved as amended Resolution #2024-51 adopting County of Modoc Adopted Budget for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous, Rhoads absent)
- Approved motion to recess (unanimous)
- Approved motion to recess for lunch (unanimous)
- Approved motion for five-minute recess (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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
The Board of Supervisors held a budget hearing for fiscal year 2024-2025, reviewing proposed budgets from multiple departments including District Attorney, Sheriff, Social Services, and Probation. No final budget was adopted; the board recessed until September 26 to continue hearings. Several departments presented adjustments to revenues and expenditures, but no formal votes on the budget were taken.
- Approved 10-minute recess (unanimous)
- Approved lunch recess (unanimous)
- Approved recess until Sept 26 to continue budget hearings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda and multiple contracts, including a lease for Health Services, a County Surveyor contract, and surveillance camera installations. They also approved budget modifications for the District Attorney and Victim Witness units, the 2024-2025 Tax Rate Book, and resolutions setting appropriation limits. All votes were unanimous except for the consent agenda, which passed 4-0 with Supervisor Byrne abstaining.
- Approved consent agenda including Health Services lease and prior minutes (4-0, Byrne abstained)
- Approved re-hire of Office Assistant III at $3,286/month (unanimous)
- Approved UNICO Engineering County Surveyor contract (unanimous)
- Approved budget modifications for Victim Witness ($2,143.27) and DA ($25,368.13) (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD, not to exceed $53,587.31 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-46 for airport matching grant application (unanimous)
- Approved 2024-2025 Tax Rate Book and appropriation limit resolutions (unanimous)
- Approved contracts for surveillance cameras ($12,443.02 and $46,695.02) and Zoho helpdesk ($2,880) (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda, various department contracts and allocation table additions, and ordinances regarding assessment appeals and supervisor-elect training. The Board also approved comment letters on wildfire catastrophe modeling and U.S. Forest Service old growth management plans, and held closed session performance evaluations and property negotiations.
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including detection trapping, Medi-Cal privacy, and youth placement agreements (4-0)
- Approved Bid4Assets online auction agreement for tax-defaulted properties (4-0)
- Approved CTCL grant agreement for election administration not to exceed $20,000 (4-0)
- Added one Social Service Aide and one Office Assistant I/II/III position to Social Services allocation table (4-0)
- Approved UC technical assistance agreement for C-CFSR not to exceed $49,000 (4-0)
- Approved Proposition 68 deed restrictions for county properties in Adin, Alturas, Cedarville, Davis Creek, Lookout, and Courthouse (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 343-A amending assessment appeals code and Ordinance No. 365 adding supervisor-elect training (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
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
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the 2024 revised Modoc County Emergency Operations Plan with amendments adding threats like government-caused drought, power outages, and wind/wildfire risks, and incorporating the Ag Pass into evacuations. The board also approved several contracts, including a $1.24M groundwater management task order, and waived first readings of two ordinances. All actions were unanimous.
- Adopted revised Emergency Operations Plan as amended (unanimous)
- Approved $1,243,990 task order for SGMA implementation (unanimous)
- Approved $112,980 drought resilience planning task order (unanimous)
- Approved contracts with TEACH Inc. for child care and parent education (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Partnership HealthPlan for member services (unanimous)
- Approved water service plan for Canby community (unanimous)
- Approved thank-you letter for AB 2240 amendment (unanimous)
- Waived first reading of two ordinances (unanimous)
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
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved an amended Substance Abuse Policy regarding off-duty cannabis use per AB 2188 in a 3-2 vote, with Supervisors Starr and Rhoads dissenting. The board also unanimously approved a series of contracts, reclassifications, and resolutions, including a new Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer position and a salary reclassification for the Deputy Agricultural Commissioner. A proposed letter to the state insurance commissioner was withdrawn.
- Approved amended Substance Abuse Policy re: off-duty cannabis (3-2)
- Approved $153,102.13 IHSS contract with TEACH, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved new Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer position, Range 227 (unanimous)
- Approved Deputy Ag Commissioner salary reclassification to Range 340/348 (unanimous)
- Approved Building Department Policy and Procedures Manual (unanimous)
- Approved $9,000 tech support contract with Shasta Infrastructure Services (unanimous)
- Approved $5,700 network audit statement of work (unanimous)
- Withdrew letter to state insurance commissioner (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The Modoc County Planning Commission unanimously approved resolutions renewing Interim Management Plans for Johnson Pit, Larranaga Pit, Stones Canyon Quarry, and a transfer for Likely Land & Livestock, along with a use permit extension for Likely Place, Inc. All votes were unanimous with no public comments. The meeting was procedural with no substantive policy changes.
- Approved Resolution 2024-03 renewing Interim Management Plan for Johnson Pit (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-04 renewing Interim Management Plan for Larranaga Pit (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-05 renewing Interim Management Plan for Stones Canyon Quarry (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-06 extending Use Permit UP2019-02 for Likely Place, Inc. (unanimous)
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)
The Board unanimously approved amendments to the Modoc County Probation Use of Force Policy, as amended to remove the Chair of the Board as a decision-maker in multiple sections and replace with the County Administrative Officer after consultation with County Counsel and the Chair. The Board also approved several contracts, a resolution for Watermaster charges, and other routine items.
- Approved amended Probation Use of Force Policy (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-40 allocating Watermaster charges for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with KingsView Professional Services (2024-131)
- Approved contract amendments with Restpadd Red Bluff Health Corp. and Restpadd Inc. (2024-132, 2024-133)
- Approved Mutual Aid MOU with Butte County for DUI program (2024-134)
- Approved bid for 2024 Dodge Durango DUI patrol vehicle, not to exceed $60,032.36 (2024-135)
- Approved bid for two DUI checkpoint message boards at $20,230.60 per unit (2024-136)
- Approved client agreement with Apex Technology Management, not to exceed $10,000 (2024-137)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings regarding the amended Tulelake Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan and updated building codes. The meeting also includes reviews of several county contracts and personnel appointments.
- Adoption of amended Tulelake Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan
- Adopting 2022 California Building Standards Code with local amendments
- $106,911.61 contract for Local Hazard Mitigation plan update
- $150,664 annual MOU for Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program
- $52,400 agreement for Carl Moyer Agreement
The Board of Supervisors approved an amended groundwater sustainability plan for the Tule Lake Subbasin and adopted new regulations for limited density rural dwellings. The Board also authorized several county contracts and approved the hiring of new staff for Behavioral Health and the Sheriff's Office.
- Adopted amended Tule Lake Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability plan (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance# 364 adding Regulations for Limited Density Rural Dwellings (Unanimous)
- Waived first reading of Ordinance# 221-J for 2022 California Building Standards Code (Unanimous)
- Approved $106,911.61 contract with Chloeta for Local Hazard Mitigation plan update (Unanimous)
- Approved $52,400.00 Carl Moyer Agreement with Trevor Frank (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring one Administrative Specialist at $4,042.00 monthly (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring one Deputy II at $4,463.00 monthly (Unanimous)
- Approved $150,664.00 annual MOU with Modoc County Office of Education for Foster Youth Services (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts related to behavioral health, public works, and emergency services. They will also consider budget modifications for the Recorder, Agriculture, and Social Services departments. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Solid Waste Appeals.
- $3,322,518.14 contract with Rocky Mountain Construction for County Road 111 North rehabilitation
- $917,447.21 contract with T.E.A.C.H. for the Bridge Housing Program
- $300,000.00 service agreement with Modoc County Office of Education for PBIS
- $150,000.00 contract with Chloeta for the 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation plan update
- Public hearing regarding Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Solid Waste Appeals
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved a $3,322,518.14 contract with Rocky Mountain Construction for the County Road 111 North rehabilitation project. The board also approved a $917,447.21 contract with T.E.A.C.H. for the Bridge Housing Program and rolled over the September 2023-2024 adopted budget as the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Supervisor Cavasso was absent for all votes; all actions passed unanimously among the four present members.
- Approved $3,322,518.14 contract with Rocky Mountain Construction for County Road 111 North rehabilitation (4-0)
- Approved $917,447.21 contract with T.E.A.C.H. for Bridge Housing Program (4-0)
- Approved rollover of September FY 2023-2024 adopted budget as June 30, 2024 recommended budget for FY 2024-2025 (4-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing temporary transfer of funds to Treasurer and Auditor for FY 2024-2025 (4-0)
- Approved resolution granting all requests from city and districts for consolidated elections (4-0)
- Approved resolution to opt out of AB 1416 and not print proponents/opponents of local measures on ballot (4-0)
- Approved letter of opposition to AB 2797 regarding Carrier of Last Resort responsibilities (4-0)
- Approved comment letter on MOU for Cooperating Agency status regarding National Old Growth Amendment EIS (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings regarding new rural dwelling regulations and updates to building permit fees. They will also consider waiving the first reading of a new ordinance. The meeting includes an introduction for a representative from Sierra Pacific Industries.
- Public hearing on adding Chapter 15.06 - Limited Density Rural Dwellings to the County Code
- Request to waive the first reading of the rural dwelling ordinance
- Public hearing to amend building permit extension and restatement fees
- Resolution to update the Building and Safety fee schedule
- Introduction of Michelle Nystrom, North State Community Relations Manager for Sierra Pacific Industries
The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to add administrative fees for building permit extensions and restatements. They also voted to waive the first reading of an ordinance regarding limited density rural dwellings.
- Approved waiving first reading of Ordinance to add Chapter 15.06 Limited Density Rural Dwellings (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-32 to add administrative fees for building permit extension and restatement (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several service contracts, including a $391,295 agreement for child welfare reviews. They will also discuss updates to building permit fees and regulations for rural dwellings. Additionally, the agenda includes vehicle purchases for Social Services and budget modifications for agriculture.
- $391,295 contract with California Department of Social Services for child welfare reviews
- Purchase of a 2024 GMC Yukon for $66,102.91 and a Subaru Ascent for $37,265.18
- Proposed changes to building permit fees and rural dwelling regulations
- $86,534.46 agreement with The Shaffer Family Irrevocable Trust
- $170,519.00 budget modification for the Agriculture Reserve Fund
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the expenditure of FY 2024-2025 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds. They also authorized several service contracts for social services, behavioral health, and air pollution control, and approved the purchase of two vehicles for Social Services.
- Approved FY 2024-2025 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account expenditures (unanimous)
- Approved $37,265.18 purchase of 2024 Subaru Ascent for Social Services (unanimous)
- Approved $66,102.91 purchase of 2024 GMC Yukon for Social Services (unanimous)
- Approved contract with UC Davis for training services up to $127,500 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with California Hearing Officer, LLP up to $15,000 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Esri for GIS services up to $16,000 per year (unanimous)
- Approved addition of one Administrative Specialist position for Behavioral Health (unanimous)
- Approved letter to DMV regarding reduction of local office services (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a workshop to discuss the County of Modoc Strategic Plan. The session focuses on reviewing historical data, employee suggestions, and department head survey responses to update the county's mission, vision, and goals.
- Review of the history of the County of Modoc Strategic Plan
- Review of employee suggestions on communication, leadership, culture, and recognition
- Review of department head survey responses on goals and objectives
- Development of updated mission, vision, core values, goals, and objectives
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors held a workshop to discuss updates to the County Strategic Plan, reviewing employee and department head surveys, mission and vision statements, and proposed goals. The Board discussed financial stability, county government operations, crime and drug prevention, and referred a new workforce development and recognition goal to an ad hoc committee. The meeting concluded with the approval of adjournment.
- Referred the new Workforce Development and Recognition goal to the Strategic Plan Ad Hoc Committee for recommendation (unanimous vote implied by adjournment)
- Approved adjournment of the May 29, 2024 meeting (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several service contracts, budget modifications, and asset disposals. Key decisions include awarding a contract for hazard mitigation planning and updating workplace violence prevention policies.
- Contract to Chloeta to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, not to exceed $106,911.00
- USDA APHIS Wildlife Services Work and Financial Plan contract, not to exceed $98,823.81
- Visions of the Cross residential treatment contract, not to exceed $50,000.00
- Kaseya contract for Unitrends RS-10-40 Backup Appliance and Services, not to exceed $36,500.00
- Adoption of the Modoc County Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) Policy
The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to increase the base pay for the District Attorney and Sheriff/Coroner effective July 1, 2024. Other actions included awarding a hazard mitigation plan contract and approving several behavioral health and agriculture agreements.
- Approved Resolution 2024-28 to amend base pay for District Attorney and Sheriff/Coroner (unanimous)
- Awarded bid to Chloeta to update Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, not to exceed $106,911.00 (unanimous)
- Approved $36,500.00 contract with Kaseya for backup appliance and services (unanimous)
- Approved $42,292.51 contract with Runbeck Election Services for voter registration software (unanimous)
- Approved Modoc County Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Policy and Template (unanimous)
- Approved $98,823.81 USDA APHIS Wildlife Services agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $50,000.00 contract with Visions of the Cross for residential treatment (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Jesse Harris to the Watermaster Advisory Board (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several recurring contracts for behavioral health services and a grant for the Air Pollution Control District. The meeting also includes a presentation on rangeland grasshoppers and discussions regarding Modoc County Museum volunteers.
- Carl Moyer State Reserve grant for Air Pollution Control District not to exceed $200,000
- Recurring contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc. not to exceed $300,000 per fiscal year
- Recurring contract with Vista Pacifica Enterprises, Inc. not to exceed $300,000
- Contract with Davis Guest Home, Inc. not to exceed $195,000
- Certified Farmers Market Program agreement not to exceed $440
The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure and health service contracts, including a $3M agreement for road construction management. They also authorized grant applications for Cedarville and Tulelake airports and approved a $65,000 contract for the 2024-2029 Housing Element Update.
- Approved $3M construction management contract with GHD Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved $65,000 contract with Price Consulting Services for Housing Element Update (unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 Carl Moyer State Reserve grant agreement (unanimous)
- Approved grant applications for Cedarville and Tulelake airports (unanimous)
- Approved $61,792.91 bid exemption for portable shelter tents and HVAC (unanimous)
- Approved promotion of Appraiser II to Appraiser III at $5,704 monthly (unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 quote for restroom removal at Veterans Memorial Park (unanimous)
- Approved CalWORKs System Improvement Plan (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a workshop consisting of a public tour of the Klamath Project. The itinerary includes visits to water association offices, canal headworks, and drainage districts.
- Klamath Water Users Association Office visit
- A Canal Headworks visit
- Klamath Drainage District visit
- Refuges/Leases/Pumping Plant D visit
- Cal-Ore Potatoes visit
The Board of Supervisors held a workshop tour of the Klamath Project, attending informational presentations at eight locations. The only recorded decision was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting. No substantive policy decisions, approvals, or votes on ordinances were made during this session.
- Approved motion to adjourn meeting (Unanimous: Coe, Rhoads, Cavasso, Byrne; Starr absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Modoc County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a use permit for industrial hemp cultivation on a 111-acre parcel, and conduct a workshop on the 7th Cycle Housing Element update for 2024-2029. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and hear public comments on non-agenda items.
- Use Permit UP2024-01 for Garrett Dow to cultivate industrial hemp on 6 acres (two fields of 4 and 2 acres) on a 111-acre parcel between County Road 46 and County Road 139 off Hwy. 395 (APN 024-250-034-000)
- 7th Cycle Housing Element Workshop for 2024-2029 Housing Cycle
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Public forum for non-agenda items
The Planning Commission approved a 2024 use permit for industrial hemp cultivation with no changes from the previous year. The commission also approved minutes from December 2023 and January 2024.
- Approved UP2024-01 for industrial hemp cultivation (unanimous)
- Adopted Notice of Exemption for UP2024-01 (unanimous)
- Approved December 13, 2023, and January 7, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider various asset transfers, department agreements, and an ordinance regarding bees. The agenda also includes a discussion on summer road maintenance projects and several closed session performance evaluations.
- Agreement with Myrtle Tree Development for a low-emission tractor not to exceed $87,750.00
- Master Services Agreement with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources not to exceed $310,000.00
- Statement of Work with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources not to exceed $22,202.00
- Ordinance to add Chapter 6.06 Bees to the Modoc County Code
- Discussion of summer 2024 road maintenance projects
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda of mostly equipment transfers and disposals, adopted Ordinance #363 adding a Bees chapter to the county code, and approved two agreements with UC ANR (not to exceed $310,000 and $22,202) on 3-0 votes with Supervisor Starr abstaining. The board also approved a Treasurer/Tax Collector alternative workweek schedule, an Air Pollution Control District agreement with Myrtle Tree Development not to exceed $87,750, and closing Plumas Bank accounts to transfer balances to county accounts. Supervisor Coe was absent for the entire meeting. Closed session performance evaluations were held for the Chief Building Official and County Administrative Officer, with no reportable action noted.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0, Coe absent)
- Approved consent agenda of equipment transfers and disposals (4-0, Coe absent)
- Approved Treasurer/Tax Collector alternative workweek schedule starting May 2024 (4-0, Coe absent)
- Approved Amendment #1 to FARMER Shared Allocation Pool Master Agreement, Contract# 2024-54 (4-0, Coe absent)
- Approved agreement with Myrtle Tree Development for Carl Moyer Low-Emission Tractor, not to exceed $87,750.00, Contract# 2024-55 (4-0, Coe absent)
- Adopted Ordinance #363 adding Chapter 6.06 Bees to Title 6, waiving second reading (4-0, Coe absent)
- Approved Master Services Agreement with UC ANR not to exceed $310,000.00, Contract# 2024-57 (3-0, Starr abstained, Coe absent)
- Approved Statement of Work #UC ANR 2023-01 not to exceed $22,202.00, Contract# 2024-58 (3-0, Starr abstained, Coe absent)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on adding bee regulations to the County Code. The meeting includes decisions on several healthcare and road department contracts and the certification of Presidential Primary Election results.
- Public hearing and proposed ordinance to add Chapter 6.06 Bees to Title 6 of the Modoc County Code
- Proposed $300,000 contract with Mr. Green Thumb for the Road/Airport department
- Proposed $928,997.50 subcontract with Advocates for Human Potential for the Mobile Crisis Project
- Proposed $500,000 contract with the Department of State Hospitals
- Authorization to declare Certified Election Results for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors approved a series of routine items unanimously, including a resolution accepting CARB FARMER Program funds, a $500,000 Department of State Hospitals contract, and a $928,997.50 Mobile Crisis subcontract. The most contested item, a $300,000 landscaping contract with Mr. Green Thumb that required a 'rule of necessity' exception to Government Code 1090, was continued to an April 15, 2024 special meeting after supervisors raised ethics concerns. The Board also waived the first reading of a bees ordinance and continued a Treasurer/Tax Collector alternative workweek request to April 23, 2024.
- Continued $300,000 Mr. Green Thumb landscaping contract to April 15, 2024 special meeting; directed staff to review options (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-23 accepting CARB FARMER Program funds (unanimous)
- Approved $500,000 Department of State Hospitals contract #24-79000-000, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2029 (unanimous)
- Approved $928,997.50 Advocates for Human Potential Mobile Crisis subcontract, April 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Waived first reading of ordinance adding Chapter 6.06 Bees to Title 6; second reading set for April 23, 2024 (unanimous)
- Continued Treasurer/Tax Collector alternative workweek request to April 23, 2024; appointed Byrne and Rhoads as ad hoc committee (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including Megabyte tax system contract, DHCS mental health plan extension, and $303,366 Public Health grant amendment (unanimous)
- Approved resolutions honoring David Benson, Charles 'Ed' O'Neal, and Rick and Jane Holloway (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on various service contracts, health department agreements, and equipment leases. The body will also review groundwater basin reports and the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- Contract with CSG Consultants, Inc. for code enforcement, building and safety, and planning services not to exceed $60,000.00
- Contract with Vision y Compromiso not to exceed $20,000.00
- Contract with Behavioral Health Data Project for Community Health Improvement Plan not to exceed $17,500.00
- Purchase of two Glass Steel doors for Veterans Hall not to exceed $16,245.01
- Right-of-way and easement for Newell County Water District to maintain a sewer pump station
The Board of Supervisors approved the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report with amendments to its data table. The Board also authorized several health service contracts, groundwater reports, and a bid exemption for Veterans Hall doors.
- Approved 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report as amended (unanimous)
- Approved $16,245.01 bid exemption for two Glass Steel doors at Veterans Hall (unanimous)
- Approved $60,000 contract with CSG Consultants, Inc. for planning and code enforcement (unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 contract with Vision y Compromiso (unanimous)
- Approved $17,500 contract with Behavioral Health Data Project (unanimous)
- Approved Big Valley and Tule Lake Subbasin 2023 Groundwater Annual Reports (unanimous)
- Approved removal of five guns from Sheriff's Office fixed asset inventory (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-16 recognizing Michael Traverso for distinguished service (unanimous)
Reclassification Review and Salary Adjustment Committee
The Reclassification Review and Salary Adjustment Committee is meeting to consider updating class specifications and pay ranges for several positions. The committee will make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding these changes and the creation of a new officer role.
- Reclassification of Migrant Center Manager: $2,614.00 - $4,057.00 monthly
- Reclassification of Deputy Watermaster: $2,614.00 - $4,057.00 monthly
- Reclassification of Executive Secretary: $2,860.00 - $4,438.00 monthly
- Reclassification of Deputy Agricultural Commissioner: $3,098.00 - $4,804.00 monthly
- Proposal to create Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer position
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive an update on the status of wolves in California and Modoc County. They are deciding on multiple contracts for behavioral health, waste collection, and air pollution control, as well as grant applications for sheriff patrol vehicles.
- Contract with T.E.A.C.H. for Resource Wellness Center Support not to exceed $253,460.00
- Agreement with Hapgood Ranch for Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program funds not to exceed $162,302.55
- Two USDA Vehicle grant applications for patrol vehicles, each not to exceed $27,000.00
- Lease extension with UPS with monthly rental increase to $655.00
- Ordinance to apply Minimum Lot Overlay Zone (M) to APN 033-020-033-000
The Board of Supervisors approved several service contracts for behavioral health and air pollution control, authorized grant applications for Sheriff's Office vehicles, and updated the Chief Building Official's salary range. The Board also adopted a Minimum Lot Overlay Zone ordinance for a specific parcel.
- Approved $253,460 contract with T.E.A.C.H. for Resource Wellness Center services (Unanimous)
- Approved contract with Modoc Medical Center for behavioral health crisis support (Unanimous)
- Authorized two USDA grant applications for patrol vehicles not to exceed $27,000 each (Unanimous)
- Authorized application for Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program for DUI prevention (Unanimous)
- Approved $162,302.55 agreement with Hapgood Ranch for Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 236-159 applying Minimum Lot Overlay Zone to APN 033-020-033-000 (Unanimous)
- Approved UPS lease extension through 2027 with monthly rent of $655.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved salary reclassification for Chief Building Official to Range 342 (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss several budget modifications and contracts, including a housing support program and agricultural agreements. The meeting includes public hearings on a parcel map and registration fee schedules.
- Contract with Training Employment and Community Help, Inc. (TEACH) for CalWORKs Housing Support Program not to exceed $575,000.00
- Public hearing and action on a parcel map to split a 185 acre site into two parcels for Collin & Diana Gotcher
- Proposed amendment to the Modoc County Agricultural Department Annual Devices Registration Fee Schedule
- Cooperative agreement with California Department of Transportation for Agriculture Department not to exceed $44,999.16
- Budget modification for Air Pollution Fund 675 modifying revenues by $200,000.00 and expenditures by $374,508.00
The Board of Supervisors approved several service contracts for translation and housing support, modified budgets for building and air pollution services, and approved a parcel map split. They also authorized the removal of multiple computers from the Probation asset inventory.
- Approved parcel map split for Collin & Diana Gotcher (unanimous)
- Approved $40,000 budget increase for Building Department (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Agricultural Department Annual Devices Registration Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved $44,999.16 Caltrans cooperative agreement for Agriculture Department (unanimous)
- Approved budget modification for Air Pollution Fund: $200,000 revenue / $374,508 expenditures (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Propio Language Services for health translation (unanimous)
- Approved $575,000 contract with TEACH for CalWORKs Housing Support Program (unanimous)
- Approved $7,444 consulting agreement with Cal Muni Advisors (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors will meet to decide on several contracts, personnel appointments, and a zoning change. The board will also convene as the Air Pollution Control District to discuss a state reserve application contract.
- Contract with Carl Moyer State Reserve Application for FY 2023-2024 not to exceed $200,000.00
- Rezoning of Assessor Parcel Number 007-010-008-000 from Unclassified (U) to Agriculture General (AG)
- Contract with Clark Pest Control for Castle Rock Farmworker Center housing units with an initial fee of $1,059.00
- Lease with Heard's East 4th Street Storage not to exceed $189.00 per month
- Establishment of the Lookout Pest Abatement Benefit Zone Advisory Board
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on February 6, 2024, with Supervisor Geri Byrne absent. The board approved a rezoning ordinance for Assessor Parcel Number 007-010-008-000, owned by Otto Huffman, from Unclassified to Agriculture General. It also approved a resolution updating compensation for precinct boards, a $200,000 Carl Moyer air pollution contract, and numerous other contracts, appointments, and letters. All votes recorded were unanimous among the four present members.
- Approved rezoning of APN 007-010-008-000 (Otto Huffman) from Unclassified to Agriculture General (4-0)
- Approved resolution updating precinct board compensation (4-0)
- Approved $200,000 Carl Moyer air pollution contract (4-0)
- Approved resolution establishing Lookout Pest Abatement Benefit Zone Advisory Board (4-0)
- Approved resolution supporting the sheep industry (4-0)
- Approved 2022-2023 Treasury Oversight Compliance Audit (4-0)
- Approved updated Modoc County Investment Policy (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Chris Foster to Behavioral Health Advisory Board as amended (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will decide on several contracts, personnel appointments, and a rezoning request. The meeting includes a session as the Air Pollution Control District to discuss a state reserve application contract.
- Contract for Carl Moyer State Reserve Application (Moyer Year 26) not to exceed $200,000.00
- Rezoning of Assessor Parcel Number 007-010-008-000 from Unclassified (U) to Agriculture General (AG)
- Establishment of the Lookout Pest Abatement Benefit Zone Advisory Board
- Contract with Clark Pest Control for Castle Rock Farmworker Center housing units
- Lease with Heard's East 4th Street Storage not to exceed $189.00 per month
The Board of Supervisors approved several administrative appointments, updated precinct board compensation, and authorized multiple service contracts. The Board also rezoned a parcel of land to Agriculture General and established the Lookout Pest Abatement Benefit Zone Advisory Board.
- Approved Resolution 2024-7 to update Precinct Board compensation (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of Parcel 007-010-008-000 to Agriculture General (4-0)
- Approved $200,000 contract for Carl Moyer State Reserve Application (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-8 establishing Lookout Pest Abatement Benefit Zone Advisory Board (4-0)
- Appointed Jimmy Nunn, Rob Erickson, Cole Joiner, and Rory Conlan to the Lookout Pest Abatement Board (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-9 in support of the sheep industry (4-0)
- Approved lease with Heard's East 4th Street Storage not to exceed $189/month (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Leslie Boyle to South Fork Irrigation District (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved a Notice of Exemption for the McKee Parcel Map (PM2023-05) and recommended the project for approval by the Board of Supervisors.
- Approved Resolution Number 2023-06 for Notice of Exemption (5-0)
- Recommended approval of McKee Parcel Map PM2023-05 to the Board of Supervisors (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several items including a parcel map for Otto Huffman, various department contracts, and a letter of support for Collins Timber Company. The agenda also includes resolutions for service appreciation and opposition to Proposition 1.
- Public hearing for Huffman Parcel Map (PM2023-04) to split a 62-acre site into two parcels
- Ordinance to rezone Assessor Parcel Number 007-010-008-000 from Unclassified to Agriculture General
- Letter of support for Collins Timber Company's California Climate Investment Forest Health grant application
- Contract with California Department of Food and Agriculture not to exceed $6,486.00
- Contract with Clark Pest Control for Newell Migrant Center housing units not to exceed $658.00
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to oppose Proposition 1, citing a potential reduction in county funding from 90% to 81%. Other actions included approving a parcel map split and authorizing the sale of tax-defaulted properties via public auction.
- Opposed Proposition 1 to amend the Mental Health Services Act (unanimous)
- Approved Parcel Map PM2023-04 for Otto Huffman to split a 62-acre site (unanimous)
- Approved sale of tax-defaulted property via bid4assets.com (unanimous)
- Approved $13,050 contract with SLB dba GeothermEx Inc. for asset valuation (unanimous)
- Approved $6,000 budget modification for Watermaster Fund 667 (unanimous)
- Approved letter of support for Collins Timber Company forest health grant (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Clark Pest Control for Newell Migrant Center (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Nina Salarno to Board of Employee Appeals (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new communications tower and a land division request. The body will also elect its 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Verizon Use Permit: Proposed 150' communications tower at 101A County Road 215 in Canby
- Gotcher Parcel Map (PM2023-06): Request to divide a 185.6-acre parcel at 351 Co. Rd. 24 to create a 12.3-acre residential site
- Election of 2024 Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
The Modoc County Planning Commission approved a Notice of Exemption and Resolution 2023-08 for the Gotcher Parcel Map (PM2023-06) after a continued public hearing. The commission also corrected the project name from 'Verizon Use Permit' to 'Verizon Epic Wireless Use Permit' and elected Commissioner Carey as Chair and Commissioner Fanning as Vice-Chair for 2024. No action was taken on the Verizon Epic Wireless Use Permit itself beyond the name correction. Commissioner Ratliff was absent, and Commissioner Fanning left at 10:39 AM.
- Approved October 2023, August 2023, and July 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved agenda for January 17, 2024, with correction to Item #2 title (4-0)
- Corrected project name from 'Verizon Use Permit' to 'Verizon Epic Wireless Use Permit' (4-0)
- Elected Commissioner Carey as Chair for 2024 (4-0)
- Elected Commissioner Fanning as Vice-Chair for 2024 (4-0)
- Approved Notice of Exemption for Gotcher Parcel Map PM2023-06 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-08 for Gotcher Parcel Map PM2023-06 (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 10:49 AM (4-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will reorganize to elect a 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also consider a budget modification for the Air Pollution Control District and review several commission appointments and service contracts.
- Air Pollution Fund 675 budget modification: $1,794,861.00 in revenues and $1,639,142.00 in expenditures
- DHCS contract for ODS-DMC Services not to exceed $713,940.00
- Administrative Assistant salary reclassification from $3,006.00–$4,663.00 to $3,288.00–$5,101.00 monthly
- Feasibility study presentation on the Morrison on the Modoc Meat Processing Facility
- Broadband planning and feasibility study presentation by Tilson
The Modoc County Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on January 9, 2024, and elected Shane Starr as Chair and Elizabeth Cavasso as Vice-Chair for 2024. The Board approved a resolution honoring Nick Macy, a salary reclassification for the Administrative Assistant position, and a resolution renewing the Treasurer's investment authority. It also approved a budget modification for the Air Pollution Control District and a consent agenda that included contracts and appointments. The meeting included presentations on a meat processing feasibility study and broadband planning, and the Board held closed-session performance evaluations for the Natural Resources Director and County Administrative Officer.
- Elected Shane Starr as Chair of the Board for 2024 (unanimous)
- Elected Elizabeth Cavasso as Vice-Chair of the Board for 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-01 in memory of Nick Macy (unanimous)
- Approved reclassification of Administrative Assistant salary to Range 221, effective January 1, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-02 renewing Treasurer's investment authority for February 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Air Pollution Control District budget modification for FY 2023-2024: revenues $1,794,861.00 and expenditures $1,639,142.00 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0, Byrne abstained), including contract with DHCS for ODS-DMC Services not to exceed $713,940.00, contract amendment with Partnership HealthPlan, alcohol license for Big Valley Endowment Foundation dinner, and various appointments
- Approved 2024 Ad Hoc Committees with no changes (unanimous)