Plumas County public meetings in 2022

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a presentation on the Probation Department's SB 678 plan for FY 22-23. The SB 678 plan focuses on using state funds for evidence-based practices to reduce recidivism.

• Discussion of the Probation Department’s Community Corrections Performance Incentive (SB 678) Plan for FY 22-23
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Executive Committee was unable to take action on agenda items, including the approval of previous minutes, because a quorum was not present. The full committee held a discussion regarding the Probation Department's FY 22-23 performance incentive plan and recidivism challenges.

• Tabled approval of November 16, 2022 minutes (no quorum)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an ordinance for organic waste disposal reduction and discuss amendments to the 2035 General Plan regarding climate change and wildfire hazards. The meeting also includes a resolution recognizing the retirement of Supervisor Sherri Thrall.

• Public hearing for an ordinance adding Chapter 14 of Title 6 to the County Code regarding Organic Waste Disposal Reduction
• Proposed resolution to amend the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element for SB 379 compliance
• Contract with Hunt and Sons, Inc. for fuel and furnace oil delivery not to exceed $600,000.00
• Agreement with Mason, Bruce & Girard for Hazard Tree Assessment Services not to exceed $45,000.00
• Boating Safety and Enforcement Financial Aid Program application with anticipated funding of $132,511.00

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to amend the 2035 General Plan to comply with climate change and wildfire legislation. They also authorized several public works and sheriff's department contracts and payments. An ordinance regarding organic waste disposal reduction was removed from the agenda.

• Adopted Resolution 22-8755 to amend 2035 General Plan for climate and wildfire compliance (5-0)
• Authorized $24,060.25 payment to PG&E for new Correctional Facility connection (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8754 for 2023-2024 Boating Safety grant application of $132,511.00 (5-0)
• Approved $600,000.00 contract with Hunt and Sons, Inc. for fuel and furnace oil (5-0)
• Approved $45,000.00 contract with Mason, Bruce & Girard for Hazard Tree Assessment (5-0)
• Approved $30,275.00 contract with Rethink Industries for jail inmate services (5-0)
• Approved closure of Plumas County Museum for January and February 2023 (5-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding Organic Waste Disposal Reduction

General

The Plumas County Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council will meet to discuss the development of the Juvenile Justice Consolidated Plan. This includes a progress presentation and timeline review from contractor Kevin Lynch.

• Review of Juvenile Justice Consolidated Plan development with contractor Kevin Lynch
• Approval of September 30, 2022, meeting minutes

The Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council approved the first phase of the 2023-2024 Consolidated Juvenile Justice plan and authorized the contractor to begin stakeholder interviews. The council also established a timeline for report drafts and a final presentation to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved minutes from September 30, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved proceeding to Phase Two stakeholder interviews with contractor Kevin Lynch (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting schedule for March 1, April 5, and April 12/19, 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several behavioral health contracts and financial transfers. Key discussions include obligations for Dixie Fire assistance claims and updates on American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Payment of $3,771,789.63 for LEMA and EMMA assistance claims due to the Dixie Fire
• Agreement with Plumas Unified School District for mental health services not to exceed $251,932.00
• Agreement with Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship for the Claremont Planning Project not to exceed $108,047.00
• Transfer of $426,980.53 from the DROC project fund to the Disaster Fund
• Agreement with Hi-Tech Frame & Finish for Sheriff's vehicle repair not to exceed $60,000.00

The Board of Supervisors approved payments for LEMA and EMMA assistance claims related to the Dixie Fire. They also approved several behavioral health service agreements and a fund transfer of $426,980.53 to the Disaster Fund.

• Approved $3,771,789.63 for LEMA and EMMA Dixie Fire assistance claims (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $426,980.53 from DROC project fund 0023 to Disaster Fund 0022 (5-0)
• Approved 9 behavioral health agreements including services for youth, veterans, and seniors (5-0)
• Approved $108,047 agreement with Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship for Claremont Planning Project (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 agreement with Hi-Tech Frame & Finish for Sheriff's vehicle repair (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8753 to change a Fiscal and Technical Services Assistant position to a Management Analyst series position (5-0)
• Approved amendment to the Plumas County Purchasing Policy (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Golden State Connect Authority for Local Agency Technical Assistance Grant (5-0)

LAFCO

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider updating the Sphere of Influence for several fire and community services districts. The body will also decide whether to continue authorizing remote teleconference meetings and establish its 2023 meeting schedule.

• Resolution 2022-0008: Sphere of Influence Updates for Beckwourth Fire, Eastern Plumas Rural Fire, Gold Mountain Community Services, and Sierra Valley Fire Protection Districts
• Direction on continuing or repealing remote teleconference meeting authorization under AB 361
• Payment of claims for October 2022 and November 2022
• Adoption of the 2023 regular meeting schedule
• Discussion of Cemetery District Reorganization

The commission approved updated spheres of influence for four fire protection districts. It also authorized continued remote teleconference meetings and established the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved Resolution 2022-0008 updating spheres of influence for Beckwourth, Eastern Plumas Rural, Gold Mountain Community Services, and Sierra Valley fire protection districts (5-0)
• Approved authorization to continue remote teleconference meetings pursuant to AB 361
• Approved 2023 regular meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved payment of claims for October and November 2022 (5-0)
• Approved August 8, 2022 and October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Behavioral Health Commission

The Behavioral Health Commission and the Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Board are meeting to review November minutes and receive departmental reports. The agenda includes updates on quality assurance and the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA).

• Approval of November 2022 Behavioral Health Commission minutes
• Patients’ Rights Advocate Report
• Director's Report from Sharon Sousa
• MHSA report
• AOD Report from Gary Sanderson

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the continuation of local emergency and health emergency proclamations related to the Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires. The meeting includes decisions on various public works contracts, public health agreements, and a proposed special election for West Almanor Community Services District.

• Proposed special vote-by-mail election May 2, 2023, for West Almanor Community Services District specialty tax
• Four on-call snow removal and storm damage contracts not to exceed $100,000 each
• Agreement with MGE Engineering for Graeagle-Johnsville Road Rehabilitation Project not to exceed $220,844.49
• Purchase of a used steel drum roller for Dixie Fire replacement not to exceed $63,000
• Agreement with Pitney Bowes for postage machines for $6,100.20

The Board of Supervisors approved a special vote-by-mail election for May 2, 2023, to extend and increase a specialty tax for emergency services in West Almanor. Other actions included approving several public works contracts, renewing local emergency declarations, and adopting a technology acceptable use policy.

• Approved special vote-by-mail election for West Almanor specialty tax (5-0)
• Continued local and health emergency declarations for Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires (5-0)
• Adopted Plumas County Acceptable Use Policy for technology resources (5-0)
• Approved $63,000 purchase of a used steel drum roller for Dixie Fire replacement (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to contract with California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 each for four on-call snow removal and storm damage contracts (5-0)
• Approved Beckwourth CSA sewer pump replacement and related $6,500 amendment (5-0)
• Authorized $6,100.20 postage machine contract for Clerk Recorder's Office (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a grant for emergency preparedness and various personnel recruitments. The session includes a public hearing regarding a zoning appeal and presentations of the annual audit and treasury oversight reports.

• Grant Agreement from California Department of Public Health for $1,729,094.00
• Public hearing on zoning appeal for 56 Harbison Avenue, Quincy, CA
• Agreement with Municipal Resource Group, LLC for employment investigations not to exceed $8,000.00
• Refund of $1,255.00 application fee to David and Dana Hughes for a Lot Line Adjustment
• Approval of various Side Letters to Memorandums of Understanding for county employee units

The Board of Supervisors upheld a Zoning Administrator's decision to deny a special use permit for a property in Quincy. The Board also approved several personnel recruitments, labor agreement side letters, and a $1.7M public health grant.

• Upheld denial of special use permit for 56 Harbison Avenue, Quincy
• Approved $1,729,094.00 grant from California Department of Public Health (5-0)
• Approved 8 resolutions for labor unit Side Letters and CalPERS health insurance premium rates (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for 1.0 FTE Building Inspector I/II and 1.0 FTE Administrative Assistant I/II
• Authorized recruitment for 1.0 FTE Department Fiscal Officer, 1.0 FTE Health Education Specialist, and 1.0 FTE Community Outreach Coordinator
• Approved use of Chester Airport for New Year's Eve fireworks and waived Chester Park rental fee for ice skating rink
• Approved $1,255.00 application fee refund to David and Dana Hughes
• Approved agreement with Municipal Resource Group, LLC for employment investigations not to exceed $8,000.00

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the CCP Plan and Surveys A & B. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting.

• Review and preparation for submission of the CCP Plan, Survey A, and Survey B
• Approval of October 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Executive Committee approved the CCP Plan and Surveys A & B with specific amendments to remove a table from page 7 and references to Pretrial Services on page 9. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from October 19, 2022, with edited language.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes with edited language (4-0-2)
• Approved CCP Plan and Surveys A & B, excluding page 7 table and page 9 Pretrial Services mentions (5-0-1)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the continuation of the local health emergency declaration related to the Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for public health and forensic services, as well as personnel recruitment.

• MOU with Butte County Sheriff's Office for Forensic Services not to exceed $20,000
• MOU with Plumas County Office of Education for school health services not to exceed $10,000
• Agreement with consultant Meghan Hynes for harm reduction services not to exceed $20,000
• Proposed $27,880 budget transfer to fund Sheriff's Department cell phone allowances
• Review of Resolution No. 21-8609 regarding the local health emergency declaration

The Board of Supervisors voted to continue the local health emergency declaration for three major fires. They also approved several personnel additions, inter-agency agreements, and budget transfers for the Sheriff's Department and Public Health Agency.

• Continued local health emergency for Beckwouth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Butte County Sheriff's Office for Forensic Services, not to exceed $20,000 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Plumas County Office of Education for health education, not to exceed $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with consultant Meghan Hynes for harm reduction services, not to exceed $20,000 (5-0)
• Approved adding 0.5 FTE to Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner position (5-0)
• Approved $24,880 in budget transfers to fund Sheriff's Department cell phone allowances (5-0)
• Approved amended comment letter to PG&E regarding Rock Creek-Cresta Project water temperature control (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Sierra Valley Groundwater Management District grant application (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a resolution to amend the Plumas County 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element. This action aims to address compliance with Senate Bill 379 regarding climate change adaptation and wildfire hazard legislation.

• Resolution P.C. 2022-2 regarding the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element
• Review of 2035 General Plan Circulation Element Goals and Policies
• Updates on Disaster Recovery Operations Center (DROC) and Dixie Fire Collaborative (DFC)

The Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the Board of Supervisors amend the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element. This action aims to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 379 regarding climate change adaptation and wildfire hazard legislation.

• Adopted Resolution Number P.C. 2022-2 to amend the 2035 General Plan for SB 379 compliance (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 20, 2022 (3-0)

Behavioral Health Commission

The Behavioral Health Commission will review October 2022 minutes and receive reports from the Patients’ Rights Advocate and the Behavioral Health Department. The meeting includes an update on Permanent Local Housing Allocations. The body will then convene as the Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Board for staff reports.

• Review and approval of October 2022 Behavioral Health Commission minutes
• Update on Permanent Local Housing Allocations (PLHA)
• Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) report
• Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the Dixie Fire Collaborative and consider several departmental staffing and budget requests. The meeting includes a public hearing to amend an urgency ordinance regarding emergency interim housing following the Dixie and Beckwourth Complex fires.

• Public hearing to amend Urgency Ordinance 21-1140 concerning emergency interim housing
• Contract with Northstate Painting for East Quincy Transfer Station fire repair not to exceed $56,466.25
• Agreement with Wheels West Inc. for Senior Transportation replacement vehicles not to exceed $139,404.00
• Agreement with Plumas Rural Services for client assistance and homeless prevention not to exceed $210,860.81
• Supplemental budget request for Public Health Agency increasing grant revenue by $420,397.00

The Board of Supervisors approved an amended urgency ordinance concerning emergency interim housing for recovery from the Dixie and Beckwourth Complex fires. They also approved several grant resolutions and authorized the recruitment of multiple staff positions across county departments.

• Amended Urgency Ordinance 21-1140 for emergency interim housing approved (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Resolution No. 22-8737 supporting Feather River College Affordable Student Housing Grant approved (5-0)
• Approved $420,397.00 supplemental budget request for Future of Public Health grant revenue (5-0)
• Approved $139,404.00 for replacement vehicles for Senior Transportation program (5-0)
• Approved $56,466.25 contract with Northstate Painting for East Quincy Transfer Station repairs (5-0)
• Appointed Brendan Herbert to the Airport Land Use Commission (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for 1.0 FTE positions in Public Works, Planning, Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Treasurer-Tax Collector (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8736 for Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant Funds (5-0)

General

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed session. The session involves conferences with labor negotiators regarding several employee units.

• Closed session regarding negotiations for Sheriff’s Administrative Unit
• Closed session regarding negotiations for Sheriff’s Department Employees Association
• Closed session regarding negotiations for Operating Engineers Local #3
• Closed session regarding negotiations for Confidential Employees Unit
• Closed session regarding negotiations for Probation, Unrepresented Employees, and Appointed Department Heads

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting that consisted of a closed session and procedural items. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review high-density sites for the General Plan Housing Element to meet regional housing needs. The body will also discuss the 2035 General Plan Circulation Element and camping regulations in the County Code.

• Review of vacant high-density sites ('M-R' zoning) for the Regional Housing Needs Assessment
• Introduction to the 2035 General Plan Circulation Element
• Discussion of Plumas County Code Section 9-2.405 regarding camping
• Updates on Disaster Recovery Operations Center (DROC) and Dixie Fire Collaborative (DFC)

The Plumas County Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 20, 2022, with no substantive decisions made. The meeting included updates on the Dixie and Beckwourth Fire recovery, discussions on the 2019-2024 General Plan Housing Element, review of the 2035 General Plan Circulation Element, and a discussion on updating the Plumas County Code regarding camping. The only action taken was approval of the October 6, 2022 meeting minutes and adjournment to the next regular meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes of October 6, 2022 (4-0-1, Spencer abstained)
• Adjourned to regular meeting on November 3, 2022 (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will receive reports on Dixie Fire recovery and the US Forest Service. The meeting includes votes on vehicle acquisitions for the Sheriff and Public Works, as well as the adoption of the 2022/23 Basic Tax Rate.

• Purchase of 4-6 plow trucks and one service truck not to exceed $870,000
• Purchase of four 2023 Dodge Durango SUVs not to exceed $260,000
• Agreement with Farber Specialty Vehicles for a bookmobile not to exceed $210,000
• Law enforcement services agreement with City of Portola for $130,000
• Adoption of Basic Tax Rate for Plumas County and specific district bonds for FY 2022/23

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several fixed asset purchases, including up to six 2023 plow trucks and a mechanic's truck for Public Works (not to exceed $870,000) and four 2023 Dodge Durango SUVs for the Sheriff's Office (not to exceed $260,000). The consent agenda was approved as amended, with separate votes on electric bikes (up to $35,000) and a law enforcement services agreement with Portola ($130,000). The board also adopted the FY 2022/23 basic tax rate resolution and discussed potential public-private partnership for the Lowry House restoration.

• Approved $870,000 for up to six 2023 plow trucks and one mechanic's truck (5-0)
• Approved $260,000 for four 2023 Dodge Durango SUVs for Sheriff (5-0)
• Approved $116,686 for one 2023 Dodge truck for Sheriff using Title III funds (5-0)
• Approved up to $35,000 for six electric bikes for Sheriff using Title III funds (5-0)
• Approved $130,000 law enforcement services agreement with City of Portola (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8734 setting FY 2022/23 basic tax rates (5-0)
• Approved $210,000 bookmobile agreement with Farber Specialty Vehicles (5-0)
• Appointed Travis Goings and Debra Lucero to Trindel Insurance Fund Board (5-0)

LAFCO

The Plumas LAFCo commission will consider activating transportation services for the Graeagle Community Services District and adopting municipal service review determinations for Eastern Plumas Fire. The body will also decide whether to continue authorizing remote teleconference meetings.

• Resolution 2022-0007: Activation of transportation services by Graeagle Community Services District
• Resolution 2022-0006: Eastern Plumas Fire Municipal Service Review determinations
• Review of authorization to hold remote teleconference meetings pursuant to AB 361
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for FY 2022-2023
• Payment of claims for August and September 2022

The Plumas LAFCO unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-0006 confirming determinations in the Eastern Plumas Fire Municipal Service Review. The commission also approved activation of transportation services for Graeagle Community Services District, authorized continued remote teleconference meetings, and elected Tom Cooley as chair and Kevin Goss as vice-chair for FY 2022-2023. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Resolution 2022-0006 confirming Eastern Plumas Fire Municipal Service Review determinations (5-0)
• Approved Graeagle CSD activation of latent powers for transportation services via Resolution 2022-0007 (5-0)
• Authorized continuation of remote teleconference meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
• Elected Tom Cooley as LAFCO Chair for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Elected Kevin Goss as LAFCO Vice-Chair for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Authorized payment of claims for August and September 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Officer to sign 2022 Biennial Conflict of Interest Notice (5-0)
• Tabled approval of August 8, 2022 minutes to December 12 meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the release of settlement funds for the Flood Control & Conservation District and review the local health emergency declaration. The meeting includes several contract approvals for behavioral health, probation, and fairgrounds maintenance.

• Release of $1.75 million settlement funds for the Plumas County Flood Control & Conservation District
• Agreement with Empire Recovery Center for substance-use disorder treatment not to exceed $50,000
• Agreement with Moana Nursery, Inc. for hydroseeding the Carnival Lawn not to exceed $28,950
• Agreement with Maria Assunta Vicini for a low impact exercise program not to exceed $18,000
• Review of Resolution No. 21-8609 regarding the Local Health Emergency for Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires

The Board appointed Martee Neiman to fill the vacancy of Plumas County Auditor/Controller by a 3-2 vote. They also approved several agreements and personnel actions, including a $50,000 substance-use treatment contract and a $1.75 million settlement fund release. Public comment raised concerns about employee wages and insurance costs.

• Appointed Martee Neiman as Auditor/Controller (3-2)
• Approved $50,000 agreement with Empire Recovery Center for substance-use treatment (5-0)
• Approved $1,455 emergency payment to Waters Vacuum Truck Service (5-0)
• Authorized release of $1.75 million settlement funds (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 exercise program agreement with Maria Assunta Vicini (4-1)
• Authorized recruitment for Election Services Assistant I/II position (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for Senior Services Site Manager and Extra-Help Driver (5-0)
• Ratified Resolution No. 21-8609 continuing local health emergency (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review high-density sites for the General Plan Housing Element to meet regional housing needs. The body will also discuss the 2035 General Plan Circulation Element and updates to the county's flood plain ordinances.

• Review of vacant sites and mapping for high-density 'M-R' zoning to accommodate Lower Income Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
• Discussion of 2035 General Plan Circulation Element goals and policies
• Proposed updates to Plumas County Code Title 8 Chapter 17 (Flood) and Title 9 regarding flood plain ordinances
• Updates on Disaster Recovery Operations Center (DROC) and Dixie Fire Collaborative (DFC) for Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires

The commission discussed the 2019-2024 General Plan Housing Element, with commissioners reporting site visits to high-density residential parcels and noting potential issues with achieving stated housing densities. They also began review of a Flood Plain Ordinance update required by the California Department of Water Resources, with a workshop planned for December 2022 or January 2023. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved meeting minutes of September 15, 2022 (motion carried 3-0).
• Discussed high-density M-R zoned sites for lower-income housing needs; commissioners reported site visit findings.
• Discussed 2035 General Plan Circulation Element; commissioners directed to read introduction before next meeting.
• Discussed updating Flood Plain Ordinance; staff to provide draft for workshop in December 2022 or January 2023.
• Adjourned to regular meeting on October 20, 2022 (motion carried 3-0).

Behavioral Health Commission

The Behavioral Health Commission and the Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Board will meet to review reports and departmental updates. The Behavioral Health Commission is scheduled to review and approve the September 2022 meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of September 2022 Behavioral Health Commission minutes
• Patients’ Rights Advocate Report
• Behavioral Health Director's Report
• Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) report
• Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will interview a candidate to fill the Auditor/Controller vacancy. The body is also considering several service contracts and the purchase of prisoner transport vans.

• Contract with Bender Rosenthal, Inc. for Right-of-Way services not to exceed $450,000.00
• Purchase of two prisoner transport vans not to exceed $242,256.30
• Agreement with Environmental Alternatives for Probation services not to exceed $126,000.00
• Lease for Graeagle Maintenance Yard at 101 Maricopa Trail not to exceed $1,750.00 per month
• Agreement with Granite Wellness Centers for transitional housing not to exceed $50,000.00

The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of two prisoner transport vans for up to $242,256.30 using ARPA and AB443 funds, and ratified several agreements including a $50,000 transitional housing contract with Granite Wellness Centers and a $200,000 amendment with North Valley Behavioral Health. The board also interviewed three candidates for the vacant Auditor/Controller position, continuing the selection to the next meeting. A closed-session settlement with BNSF Railroad for unitary tax refunds was reported.

• Approved $242,256.30 for two prisoner transport vans (5-0)
• Ratified $50,000 agreement with Granite Wellness Centers for transitional housing (5-0)
• Ratified $200,000 amendment with North Valley Behavioral Health (5-0)
• Approved $126,000 probation services agreement with Environmental Alternatives (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 right-of-way engineering contract with Bender Rosenthal (5-0)
• Approved lease of Graeagle Maintenance Yard at $1,750/month through 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 0.5 FTE Administrative Assistant I/II position in Veteran Services (5-0)
• Approved $12,000 fire sprinkler inspection contract with Delta Fire Systems (5-0)

General

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to conclude a public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 County Budget. The body will discuss budgetary controls and may vote to adopt the final budget for the county and its dependent special districts.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 County Budget
• Discussion and possible action on Administrative and Budgetary Controls for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution to adopt the Final Budget for Plumas County and Dependent Special Districts for FY 2022-2023

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution No. 22-8732, approving the final budget for Plumas County and its dependent special districts for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The decision followed a continued public hearing and updates from the Interim Auditor/Controller on the general fund balance and department head requests. The board also discussed a potential $66,000 increase in Public Defender salaries due to a court request.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8732 approving final FY 2022-2023 budget for Plumas County and dependent special districts (5-0)

General

The Plumas County Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to determine how to develop its Juvenile Justice Consolidated Plan. The body will consider whether to develop the plan locally using surveys and interviews or to contract with Kevin Lynch for the project.

• Possible contract with Kevin Lynch for Juvenile Justice Consolidated Plan development
• Review of local plan development options including surveys, focus groups, or interviews
• Approval of June 24, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a continued public hearing to adopt the final FY 2022-2023 County Budget and Dependent Special Districts budget. The meeting also includes interviews to fill the vacant Plumas County Auditor/Controller position.

• Possible adoption of Community Corrections Partnership Public Safety Realignment Budget for FY 2022-2023 totaling $1,319,160.83
• Public hearing and possible adoption of the Final Budget for Plumas County and Dependent Special Districts for FY 2022-2023
• Interviews and possible appointment for the vacancy of Plumas County Auditor/Controller
• Closed session regarding the appointment or employment of the Director of Behavioral Health

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Community Corrections Partnership Public Safety Realignment Budget for FY 2022-2023, totaling $1,319,160.83. The public hearing on the county's final budget was continued to a special meeting on September 30, 2022. Interviews were conducted for the vacant Auditor/Controller position, with a decision continued to October 4, 2022.

• Approved Community Corrections Partnership Public Safety Realignment Budget of $1,319,160.83 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on FY 2022-2023 County Budget to special meeting on September 30, 2022
• Continued decision on filling Auditor/Controller vacancy to October 4, 2022 regular meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a continued public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 County Budget. The meeting includes reports on Dixie Fire recovery and various administrative approvals for public health, behavioral health, and public works projects.

• Continued public hearing on FY 2022-2023 County Budget
• Proposed purchase of five replacement vehicles for Senior Transportation program not to exceed $139,404.00
• Agreement with Smile Business Products, Inc. for copy machines and maintenance not to exceed $50,000.00
• Blairsden-Graeagle Road Bridge Replacement design services amendment not to exceed $61,985.58
• Keddie Resort Bridge Replacement design services amendment not to exceed $67,035.00

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved continuing the county-wide local emergency declarations for the Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly fires, with a review set for November 8, 2022. They also selected Supervisor Hagwood as Director and Supervisor Engel as Alternate to the CSAC Board of Directors for 2022-2023. The consent agenda, including various contracts and resolutions, was approved unanimously. The public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 budget was continued to a special meeting on September 27, 2022.

• Continued local emergency declarations for Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly fires (5-0)
• Selected Supervisor Hagwood as Director and Supervisor Engel as Alternate to CSAC Board (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including encroachment permit for Chester parade, behavioral health contracts, and public works bridge design amendments (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for 1.0 FTE Management Analyst and 0.75 FTE Office Supervisor in Public Health (5-0)
• Approved $139,404 for five replacement vehicles for Senior Transportation program (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for 1.0 FTE PW Mechanic Shop Service Worker (5-0)
• Allowed Animal Shelter Extra-Help Attendant to exceed 29-hour work week during supervisor leave (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review high-density sites to meet regional housing needs and provide a GIS map portal tutorial. The body will also consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to amend the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element.

• Discussion of high-density sites (M-R zoning) for Lower Income Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
• Resolution of Intention to recommend amendments to the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element
• Updates on Disaster Recovery Operations Center (DROC) and Dixie Fire Collaborative (DFC) for Beckwourth Complex and Dixie Fires
• Approval of August 18, 2022 meeting minutes

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is holding a special meeting to manage AB109 Public Safety Re-Alignment matters. The committee will consider the approval of submitted RFP applications for the 2022-23 fiscal year.

• Review and possible action on FY22-23 RFP applications
• Recognition of new CCP Executive Membership appointments

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will continue a public hearing regarding the FY 2022-2023 County Budget. The meeting includes discussions on wildfire recovery efforts and several personnel appointments and recruitments.

• Continued public hearing on FY 2022-2023 County Budget
• HVAC service and repair agreement with Heat transfer Systems not to exceed $12,000.00
• Snake Lake Road Bridge Replacement Project amendment with MGE Engineering Inc. not to exceed $32,182.40
• Lease agreement with Plumas Rural Services for the Orchard House at $300.00 per month
• Review of Resolution No. 21-8609 regarding the Local Health Emergency for Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires

The Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda including an HVAC service agreement and a lease with Plumas Rural Services, and authorized several personnel actions. They appointed Brandon Herbert as Beckwourth-Nervino Airport Manager and authorized recruitment for positions in the Assessor, Probation, and Public Works departments. The board also continued the local health emergency declaration for wildfire recovery and deferred a decision on a letter supporting federal wildfire suppression legislation for further review.

• Approved consent agenda items including HVAC service agreement (not to exceed $12,000) and lease with Plumas Rural Services ($300/month)
• Appointed Brandon Herbert as Beckwourth-Nervino Airport Manager and authorized signing employment agreement
• Authorized Assessor to recruit and fill 1.0 FTE Auditor/Appraiser I/II/III position
• Authorized Probation Department to recruit and fill 1.0 FTE Deputy Probation Officer and 1.0 FTE Management Analyst positions
• Authorized Public Works to recruit and fill 1.0 FTE PW Road Maintenance Worker II position in LaPorte Maintenance District
• Approved continuation of Local Health Emergency declaration due to Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly Fires (to be reviewed again October 11, 2022)
• Deferred decision on letter supporting H.R. 6903 (wildfire suppression) for further review by Planning Director and Fire Safe Council
• Appointed Craig Osborne and Sharon Sousa to Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee

Behavioral Health Commission

The Behavioral Health Commission and the Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Board are meeting to review reports and updates. The body will consider the approval of the August 2022 meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of August 2022 Behavioral Health Commission minutes
• Patients’ Rights Advocate Report
• Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) report
• Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 County Budget and consider the appointment of a County Administrative Officer. The meeting includes various contract approvals for behavioral health, facility services, and social services.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 County Budget
• Proposed appointment of Debra Lucero as County Administrative Officer
• Agreement with Plumas Rural Services for CalWORKs childcare services not to exceed $233,129.00
• Fixed asset purchases for a new jail project generator and transfer switch not to exceed $189,791.00
• Settlement Funding Agreement for Lake Almanor Planning Unit (Maidu Cemetery) for $268,814.00

The Board of Supervisors appointed Debra Lucero as County Administrative Officer on a 4-1 vote, with one supervisor dissenting. The board also approved a $268,814 settlement funding agreement for the Lake Almanor Planning Unit (Maidu Cemetery) and authorized up to $189,791 in grant-reimbursable generator and transfer switch purchases for the new jail project. Several consent agenda items and departmental matters were approved unanimously, including agreements for behavioral health, facility services, and public health staffing.

• Appointed Debra Lucero as County Administrative Officer (4-1)
• Approved $268,814 settlement funding agreement for Lake Almanor Planning Unit (Maidu Cemetery) (5-0)
• Authorized up to $189,791 for generator and transfer switch for new jail project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple agreements for agriculture, behavioral health, building, facility services, fair, probation, public health, sheriff, social services, and fish and game commission (5-0)
• Authorized Behavioral Health to recruit and fill two positions (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for Recreational Trails Program grant application (5-0)
• Approved MOU for Greenville Library to operate out of Greenville High School and updated branch hours (5-0)
• Authorized Public Health to recruit and fill four positions (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Plumas County Planning Commission scheduled for September 1, 2022, has been cancelled.

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is holding a special meeting to manage committee membership and administrative processes. The body will discuss the appointment of new members and the process for reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

• Approval of recommendation for Sharon Sousa and Craig Osborne to join the CCP Executive Committee
• Identification of the process for RFP reviews
• Appointment of Executive CCP members to the CCP Subcommittee for RFP review
• Review and approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Corrections Partnership approved Craig Osborne as Public Defender and Sharon Sousa as Interim Behavioral Health Director to the executive committee, after initially tabling the membership item. The committee also agreed to accept all late RFP submissions and scheduled special meetings for September 12, 13, and 14, 2022 to review them.

• Approved Craig Osborne as Public Defender member (unanimous)
• Approved Sharon Sousa, Interim Behavioral Health Director, to executive committee, with position to be revisited once a permanent director is hired (unanimous)
• Accepted all RFP submissions despite minor errors and late delivery (unanimous)
• Scheduled special subcommittee meetings on September 12 and 13, 2022, and a CCP meeting on September 14, 2022 for RFP review (unanimous)

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to approve previous minutes and consider adding the Interim Behavioral Health Director to the Executive Committee. The body will also discuss the process for RFP reviews and appoint members to a corresponding subcommittee.

• Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Proposed membership of Sharon Sousa, Interim Behavioral Health Director
• Appointment of Executive CCP members to the CCP Subcommittee for RFP review

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review disaster recovery operations for the Dixie Fire and FEMA housing. The meeting includes voting on multiple service agreements for behavioral health, probation, and public works, as well as grant applications for water projects.

• Two $250,000 agreements with Plumas Crisis Intervention and Resource Center for housing and disability programs
• Agreement with Environmental Alternatives for probationer housing and services not to exceed $126,000
• Public hearing on CDBG applications for Greenville Economic Development and Countywide Disaster Recovery Planning
• Proposed $28,000 purchase to repower a law enforcement patrol boat using state grant funds
• Resolution to suspend Plumas-Sierra Department of Agriculture participation in the Integrated Wildlife Damage Management Program

The Board directed staff to prepare a letter of intent to FEMA requesting a sales and donations program for disaster housing units. They also approved several resolutions, including suspending the Plumas-Sierra Agriculture Department from a wildlife damage program and authorizing grant applications for water projects. Two items were tabled: the Victim Witness Program transfer and an appointment to the Indian Valley Community Service District.

• Directed staff to prepare FEMA letter of intent for sales/donations program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, removing Item 2D2 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8724 suspending wildlife damage program participation (5-0)
• Tabled Victim Witness Program transfer and job description amendments
• Authorized hiring 1.0 FTE Public Works Maintenance Worker II (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8725 for body-worn camera program (5-0)
• Approved $28,000 patrol boat engine purchase (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for drought relief and water management grants (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss Dixie Fire recovery efforts and consider several administrative contracts and personnel updates. A public hearing is scheduled to finalize funding for three Sheriff's Office equipment replacement projects.

• Public hearing for Secure Rural Schools funding: Search and Rescue vehicles ($116,686.24 and $80,000) and Microwave Radio ($20,000)
• Audit agreement with Smith & Newell CPAs not to exceed $65,671.00
• Resolution to extend the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) Program until September 2032
• Agreement to appoint Stacey Montgomery as Public Defender
• Proposed $1,501.92 payment to Jet Plumbing for Beckwourth County Service Area sewer pump repairs

The Board unanimously approved three Secure Rural Schools Title III projects for the Sheriff's Office totaling $216,686.24, including a search and rescue vehicle replacement, a reimbursement/replacement project, and a microwave radio replacement. The Board also extended the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program until 2032, updated Child Support Services job classifications and wages, and authorized the Public Health Director to fill an Assistant Director vacancy. In closed session, the Board denied a claim filed by Cheyanna Haley.

• Approved $116,686.24 for Sheriff's Search and Rescue Vehicle Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 for Sheriff's Search and Rescue Reimbursement/Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for Sheriff's Microwave Radio Replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8721 extending Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program to 2032 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-8722 updating Child Support Services job classifications and wages (5-0)
• Authorized Public Health Director to recruit and fill 1.0 FTE Assistant Director (5-0)
• Approved $65,671 audit agreement with Smith & Newell CPAs (5-0)
• Denied closed session claim by Cheyanna Haley

LAFCO

The Plumas LAFCo commission will receive a presentation on the Eastern Plumas Fire Municipal Service Review and schedule a public hearing for its adoption. The body will also decide whether to continue or repeal the authorization for remote teleconference meetings.

• Review of Eastern Plumas Fire Municipal Service Review
• Decision on continuing or repealing remote meeting authorizations (Resolutions 2021-0006 and 2021-0007)
• Authorization of claims payments for June and July 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the 2019-2024 General Plan Housing Element and updates to the Plumas County Code regarding flood plain ordinances. The body will also review a proposed amendment to the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element.

• Discussion of General Plan Housing Element Program 1 regarding vacant and underutilized sites inventory
• Discussion of updates to Plumas County Code Title 8, Chapter 17 (Flood) and Title 9 (Planning and Zoning)
• Discussion of a recommended amendment to the 2035 General Plan Public Health & Safety Element
• Updates on Disaster Recovery Operations Center (DROC) and Dixie Fire Collaborative (DFC)
• Updates on the Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC) Quincy Project

Behavioral Health Commission

The Behavioral Health Commission and the Alcohol and Other Drug Advisory Board are meeting to review reports and updates. The body will consider the approval of the June 2022 meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of June 2022 Behavioral Health Commission minutes
• Patients’ Rights Advocate Report
• Behavioral Health Director's Report by Sharon Sousa
• Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) report
• Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) report by Kristie Rood

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the Dixie Fire Collaborative and review resolutions to continue local health and county-wide emergency declarations. The meeting includes various contract approvals for behavioral health, public works, and sheriff's department services.

• Agreement for body worn cameras for Sheriff's Department not to exceed $32,142.82 per year
• Blairsden-Graeagle Bridge Replacement Project engineering amendment not to exceed $61,985.58
• Keddie Resort Bridge Replacement Project engineering amendment not to exceed $67,035.00
• Agreement for behavioral health services with Sutter-Yuba Behavioral Health not to exceed $50,000.00
• Encroachment permit for 'Paint the Town Greenville' event closing Pine Street August 4-6

The Plumas County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda, including multiple contracts for behavioral health, probation, public works, and sheriff services. They ratified local emergency declarations related to the Beckwourth Complex, Dixie, and Fly fires, and approved several personnel appointments and recruitments. A proposed Tai Chi class agreement was denied in a 4-1 vote.

• Approved consent agenda including contracts for behavioral health, probation, public works, and sheriff body cameras (5-0)
• Ratified Resolution No. 21-8609 continuing local health emergency due to fires (5-0)
• Ratified Resolutions No. 21-8601 and 21-8605 continuing county-wide local emergency due to fires (5-0)
• Denied Tai Chi class agreement with Maria Assunta Vicini (4-1)
• Approved internet services contract for Nervino Airport (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for 0.625 FTE Airport Manager at Nervino Airport (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8719 ratifying MOU with Operating Engineers Local #3 (5-0)
• Appointed Gayanna Miller to Beckwourth Fire District Board (5-0)

Community Corrections Partnership

The Community Corrections Partnership is meeting to review financial reports for the second and third quarters. The committee will also discuss the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for fiscal year 2022-23 and seek a representative for Behavioral Health.

• Review and approval of Quarter 2 and 3 CCP financials
• Discussion and possible action on the FY22-23 Request for Proposal (RFP) application and process
• Appointment of an Executive CCP member or alternate for Behavioral Health
• Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Corrections Partnership approved the minutes from March 16, 2022, and the Q2/Q3 expenditure reports. They also approved a revised Request for Proposal (RFP) for FY22-23, updating dates from the previous year's template, with a planned send-out by the following week. No action was taken on appointing a Behavioral Health committee member, as the chief probation officer will investigate options.

• Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Q2/Q3 expenditure reports (unanimous)
• Approved FY22-23 RFP with updated dates (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on proposed solid waste rate increases. The body is also deciding on several service agreements for behavioral health, probation, and public health, as well as personnel changes and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing on proposed 6.39% rate increase for residential and commercial curbside solid waste services
• Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health for mental health and wellness recovery services not to exceed $165,000.00
• Amendment to CGL Companies, Inc. agreement for inspection and testing services not to exceed $85,000.00
• Purchase of four Radar Feedback signs from Stalker Radar not to exceed $20,677.80
• Funding agreements with Plumas Crisis Intervention & Resource Center for HHAP and HHAP-2 grants totaling $68,036.53

The Board of Supervisors approved a 6.39% rate increase for residential and commercial solid waste services provided by Feather River Disposal, following a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including agreements for behavioral health, probation monitoring, and public health services, and adopted resolutions for a new Grant Manager position and a Behavioral Health Systems Analyst job description. Several items were tabled or removed from the agenda for later consideration.

• Approved 6.39% rate increase for solid waste services (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Behavioral Health, Farm Advisor, Probation, Public Health, Public Works, and Planning agreements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8716 amending Behavioral Health Systems Analyst job description (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-8717 for new Grant Manager position with $35/hour base wage (5-0)
• Approved $16,000 purchase of track system for Search and Rescue UTV (5-0)
• Authorized recruitment for vacant Extra-Help Library Aide positions (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for North State Planning & Development Collective as CERF Convener (unanimous)
• Approved partnership agreement with Sierra Institute for CERF (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will interview and potentially fill the vacancy for the Plumas County Auditor/Controller. The meeting includes a report on Dixie Fire Collaborative efforts and a presentation on long-term recovery planning from Cal OES and FEMA.

• Agreement with Rodney Craig Goodman Jr. for consulting services not to exceed $130,000.00
• Psychiatric service agreements with Willow Glen Care Center (up to $340,000.00), Restpadd-Red Bluff (up to $150,000.00), Restpadd-Redding (up to $100,000.00), and North Valley Behavioral Health (up to $50,000.00)
• Resolution to consolidate a Seneca Healthcare District special bond measure with the November 8, 2022 General Election
• Agreement with Megabyte Systems Inc. for property tax software support not to exceed $128,000.00
• Agreement with Robert D. McIlroy for legal representation of conservatees at $1,150.00 per month

The Board of Supervisors interviewed candidate Damien Frank for the vacant Auditor-Controller position but postponed the appointment decision to July 19, 2022. The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously, including agreements for behavioral health services, IT support, and a resolution to consolidate a Seneca Healthcare District bond measure with the November 2022 election. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and closed session items with no reportable action.

• Postponed Auditor-Controller vacancy decision to July 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved corrected consulting agreement with Rodney Craig Goodman Jr., not to exceed $130,000 (5-0)
• Approved behavioral health service agreements with Restpadd-Red Bluff ($150,000), Restpadd-Redding ($100,000), Willow Glen Care Center ($340,000), North Valley Behavioral Health ($50,000), Franks Garage LLC ($9,999), and Languagers INC ($9,999) (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to consolidate Seneca Healthcare District bond measure with November 8, 2022 election (5-0)
• Approved legal representation agreement with Robert D. McIlroy at $1,150/month (5-0)
• Approved Megabyte Systems Inc. property tax software support agreement, not to exceed $128,000 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on Dixie Fire recovery efforts and the Dixie Fire Collaborative. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning code amendments and proposed rate increases for solid waste services.

• Proposed 6.39% rate increase for Feather River Disposal and 8.91% for InterMountain Disposal
• Public hearing to amend Plumas County Code Title 9 Planning and Zoning, Section 9-2.276
• Sheriff's Department vehicle repair contracts with Chester Auto Body ($20,000), Frank's Garage ($60,000), and DeMartile Automotive ($60,000)
• Proposed $40,000 purchase for a Public Works base station radio
• Resolution to transfer the Victim Witness Program from the Sheriff's Office to the District Attorney's Office

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution increasing solid waste rates by 8.91% for InterMountain Disposal, while postponing a similar rate increase for Feather River Disposal until a representative could be present. The board also adopted an ordinance amending zoning definitions, approved several consent agenda items including election certification and wage ranges, and authorized various departmental actions. A claim against the county was denied in closed session.

• Approved 8.91% rate increase for InterMountain Disposal (5-0)
• Postponed Feather River Disposal rate increase to a future meeting
• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-1145 amending zoning definitions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including election certification and wage ranges (5-0)
• Authorized emergency sewer pump repairs for Beckwourth County Service Area (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's radio purchase and transfer to Public Works (5-0)
• Denied claim by Arnold J. Bustamante in closed session