Santa Barbara County public meetings in 2024

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will consider consent items including a three-year services agreement with Stalwart Clean and Sober, Inc. for residential recovery housing (max $919,800) and receive the AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report updating development impact fees for multiple areas. Other items include ceremonial resolutions honoring retiring officials and a County Executive Officer's report. Most agenda items are administrative and expected to be approved in a single vote.

• Services agreement with Stalwart Clean and Sober, Inc. for residential recovery housing, max $919,800 over FY 2024-2027
• AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report for FY 2023-2024 covering fee schedules for Countywide, Orcutt, Goleta, South Coast, Santa Ynez, Lompoc, and Santa Maria
• Resolution honoring Supervisor Das Williams for over 20 years of service
• Resolution honoring John Lansing Duncan upon retirement from Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission
• Resolution honoring Wendy Sims-Moten upon retirement from Santa Barbara Unified School District Board

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda with 54 items, including a $250,000 allocation from the Sustainability Initiatives Fund for EV charging stations and clean commute programs, and directed staff to consider zoning amendments for permanent farmworker multi-family housing. The board also received the annual TRUTH Act report on ICE access and held a public hearing on forming a Wine Improvement District, setting future hearings. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for one item (A-18) that passed 4-1.

• Approved $250,000 Sustainability Initiatives Fund allocations (5-0)
• Directed staff to consider farmworker housing zoning amendments (5-0)
• Received and filed TRUTH Act report on ICE access (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to form Wine Improvement District, set hearings (5-0)
• Approved $919,800 contract with Stalwart Clean and Sober for recovery housing (5-0)
• Approved $4.82M for Hollister Lofts affordable housing project (5-0)
• Approved salary increases for management classifications (5-0)
• Approved $1.55M digital evidence management system contract (5-0)

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This is a largely procedural consent agenda. The Board will vote on a resolution of commendation, several professional services agreements including legal contracts totaling over $2 million, and a reservation of $800,000 in opioid settlement funds for a behavioral health infrastructure program.

• Resolution of commendation for John Abraham 'Abe' Powell on the Montecito Fire Protection District Board
• Professional Services Agreement with SBACT for $42,500 for the 2025 Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons
• Agreement with Meyers Nave for legal services up to $750,000 through October 2026
• Fourth Amendment with Rutan and Tucker increasing contract by $300,000 to a new max of $1,334,000
• Reservation of $800,000 in opioid settlement funding for Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) behavioral health infrastructure grant

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved the Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance, which allows limited agricultural enterprises like farmstays and small-scale events in certain zones, and certified its environmental impact report. The board also denied appeals and granted approval for the Miramar mixed-use housing development in Montecito, adding conditions for continued affordability and electrification. Additionally, the board extended the moratorium on converting senior mobile home parks to all-age parks and approved several contracts and agreements, including a $6.46 million janitorial services contract.

• Approved Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance (5-0)
• Certified Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance EIR (5-0)
• Denied appeals and approved Miramar housing project (5-0)
• Extended senior mobile home park conversion moratorium to Oct 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved $6.46M janitorial services contract with Big Green Cleaning (5-0)
• Approved $750K legal services agreement with Meyers Nave (5-0)
• Approved $800K opioid settlement fund reservation for CADA (withdrawn from agenda)
• Approved $5,000 contribution to IVCSD Rental Housing Mediation Program (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider an agreement for the Sudden Oak Death Program and review the FY 2023-2024 AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report. The meeting also includes several honorary resolutions and a report from the County Executive Officer.

• Agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for Sudden Oak Death Program ($2,665.01)
• Review of FY 2023-2024 AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report for various development impact fee programs
• Auditor-Controller’s Report on the County Treasurer’s Investment Pool Statement of Assets as of September 30, 2024
• Resolution proclaiming December 2024 as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
• Resolution in Support of Immigrants and Migrants in Santa Barbara County

The Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda with numerous administrative items, including contracts, grants, and appointments. A key action was adopting an ordinance implementing SB 35 to amend the Coastal Zone Ordinance and submitting it to the California Coastal Commission for certification. The board also approved a first reading of an ordinance to repeal juvenile code sections, set a hearing for the TRUTH Act report, and continued the AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report to December 17.

• Adopted SB 35 Coastal Zone Ordinance amendment (Ordinance No. 5222) and resolution to submit to Coastal Commission (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance repealing juvenile code sections 20-9 through 20-16 (5-0)
• Set hearing for TRUTH Act report for December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued AB1600 Mitigation Fee Annual Report to December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funding adjustments and budget revisions (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M Iron Mountain shredding contract withdrawn from agenda (5-0)
• Approved $1.86M Eggersmann consulting contract for anaerobic digestion facility (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 CRMF grant for Gaviota Overlook property acquisition (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items, including agreements for pest enforcement and regional partnership conferences. The meeting also includes a report from the County Executive Officer and several commendations.

• Agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for High-Risk Pest Exclusion Program: $356,394.05
• Agreement with Events Enterprises, Inc. for Southern Counties Regional Partnership conferences and strategic planning: max $647,850.00
• Resolution of Commendation for Sergeant Richard Soto upon retirement from the Sheriff’s Office
• Resolution honoring Bernard Hicks of the Behavioral Wellness Department as November 2024 Employee of the Month
• Proclamation of November 14, 2024 as CommUnify Day

The Board of Supervisors approved an urgency ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on converting senior mobile home parks to all-age parks. Supervisors also denied an appeal regarding the Music Academy of the West's conditional use permit and authorized the County to seek Supreme Court review of a court decision overturning the Santa Rita Holdings cannabis project approval.

• Adopted urgency ordinance for senior mobile home park conversion moratorium
• Denied appeal of Music Academy of the West conditional use permit
• Authorized appeal of JCCrandall cannabis project ruling to Supreme Court (4-1)
• Approved $1.36M energy services contract for Foster Road Campus LED upgrades
• Approved $2.13M contract amendment for Good Samaritan Shelter services
• Approved $647,850 contract for event planning services
• Approved $710,125 victim/witness program grant
• Approved $50,000 contribution for youth violence prevention project

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The Board of Supervisors will receive a report from the County Executive Officer and consider several proclamations. The body is also reviewing a second amendment to a services agreement with Campbellsville University regarding support specialist stipends and pipeline development.

• Proposed second amendment to Campbellsville University agreement for Graduate and Peer Support Specialist programs (max contract amount $3,930,160.00)
• Resolution supporting the Channel Islands Biosphere Region
• Resolution commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Hope Ranch Park Homes Association
• Resolution of Commendation for Ryan Smith and Remington Hotchkis regarding the July 2024 Lake Fire
• Proclamation of October 19-26, 2024 as Flood Preparedness Week

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $2,950,142.94 CAL FIRE grant for the Lompoc Valley Fuel Reduction Phase Two Project, an $848,800.14 emergency flood remediation contract with Servpro, and a $3,657,943 HUD Continuum of Care application. They also denied three appeals related to development projects, including a cannabis processing facility, and approved a $520,210 planning contract for the Calle Real Campus. All votes were 5-0 except for three appeal decisions that passed 4-0 with Supervisor Nelson absent.

• Approved $2.95M CAL FIRE grant for Lompoc Valley Fuel Reduction Phase Two (5-0)
• Approved $848,800.14 emergency flood remediation contract with Servpro (5-0)
• Authorized $3,657,943 HUD Continuum of Care application (5-0)
• Denied appeal of Sierra Botanicals cannabis processing project (4-0)
• Denied Noyes/Woodall appeal of Mission Canyon single-family residence (4-0)
• Approved $520,210 Calle Real Campus planning contract with HOK (5-0)
• Approved $275,000 Racial Equity Grant contract with Fund for Santa Barbara (5-0)
• Approved CEO staffing reorganization adding Assistant County Executive Officer position (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will honor local heroes and public safety officials, and consider a contract for legal services.

• Resolution honoring public safety officials for the Santa Maria Superior Courthouse attack
• Resolution honoring a retiring District Attorney's Office employee
• Resolution proclaiming October 2024 as National Arts and Humanities Month
• Agreement for legal services with Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, P.C. up to $50,000
• Ground Lease Agreement for San Antonio Peak with Casmalia 1, 2, 3, 4, LLC

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors directed staff to develop a moratorium on mobile home park redevelopment and to create a Mobile Home Park Overlay to prevent redevelopment and restrict conversion of senior parks to all-age parks. The board also paused work on a short-term rental ordinance to prioritize this effort. Other actions included approving a jail food services contract and receiving updates on cannabis and encampment protocols.

• Directed staff to develop a moratorium on mobile home park redevelopment (5-0)
• Directed staff to create a Mobile Home Park Overlay to prevent redevelopment and restrict senior park conversions (5-0)
• Paused short-term rental ordinance work to FY 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Approved $7,126,062.99 jail food services contract with Summit Food Service, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 legal services agreement with Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, P.C. (5-0)
• Approved $181,410 HIV Surveillance Grant Agreement with CDPH (5-0)
• Approved 20-year ground lease for San Antonio Peak (5-0)
• Approved three additional positions for Senate Bill 43 expansion (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive a report from the County Executive Officer and vote on a consent agenda. Key items include agricultural program agreements with the state and funding for the Patterson Point housing project.

• Agreement with CDFA for Asian Citrus Psyllid Bulk Citrus Regulatory Program in the amount of $12,838.28
• Agreement with CDFA for Nursery Inspection Program in the amount of $15,385.00
• Funding for the Patterson Point Project via State HCD No Place Like Home Competitive Allocation Round 4
• Resolution honoring Advanced Revenue and Tax Administration Employees as October 2024 Employees of the Month
• Proclamations for Breast Cancer, Domestic Violence, and Cybersecurity Awareness Months

The Board of Supervisors approved multiple service contracts, including $2.3 million for the Patterson Point affordable housing project and $1.28 million for Goleta Beach parking lot repairs. Supervisors also adopted an Energy Assurance Plan and authorized various administrative agreements, including funding for homeless services and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

• Approved $2.3M for Patterson Point affordable housing project (5-0)
• Awarded $1.28M Goleta Beach parking lot contract to Ramsey Asphalt (5-0)
• Approved $2.3M in homeless services subrecipient agreements (5-0)
• Adopted Energy Assurance Plan and its four goals (5-0)
• Authorized $691,652 for waste processing equipment (5-0)
• Approved $424,505 for Cathedral Oaks Complete Streets design (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Proposition 35 (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved $80,000 contract increase for Cachuma Lake water plants (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will review several internal audit reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The body is also considering a new services agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for mobile crisis and telephone services, alongside the termination of a contract with Transitions-Mental Health Association.

• Review of Auditor-Controller reports, including vendors paid $200,000.00+ from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024
• Proposed services agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for FYs 2024-2027
• Proposed termination of Transitions-Mental Health Association agreement for 'Access Line' services effective November 15, 2024
• Resolution of Commendation for retiring District Attorney’s Office Commander Ed Olsen
• Proclamation of September 2024 as Recovery Month

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $18.6 million construction contract for the Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill Groundwater Protection System Phase IVA. They also approved a $5.67 million contract for the Santa Claus Lane Streetscape Improvements Project Phase 1A and a $4.86 million agreement for behavioral health crisis services. The board directed staff to develop an Energy Reach Code encouraging all-electric buildings in a 3-2 vote.

• Approved $18,638,372 Tajiguas landfill groundwater contract to Sukut Construction (4-0, Nelson abstained)
• Awarded $5,672,689 Santa Claus Lane streetscape contract to Toro Enterprises (4-0)
• Approved $4,864,815 Crestwood Behavioral Health crisis services agreement (4-0)
• Approved $579,788.75 Gensler design services for Behavioral Wellness Complex (4-0)
• Approved $2,431,760.46 amendment for Probation Headquarters architect (4-0)
• Approved $471,775 inspector of record contract for Probation Headquarters (4-0)
• Approved 2025 employee benefits renewals with premium increases (4-0)
• Directed staff to develop all-electric Energy Reach Code (3-2)

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The Board of Supervisors will review a consent agenda featuring several ceremonial resolutions and administrative agreements. The body is deciding on funding reimbursements for hemp cultivation and pest control programs.

• Agreement with California Department of Food and Agriculture for Industrial Hemp Cultivation reimbursement not to exceed $6,070.87
• Agreement with CDFA for Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Control Program reimbursement of $212,144.15
• Resolution honoring Cody Leeds as September 2024 Employee of the Month
• Resolution honoring Los Padres ForestWatch for 20 years of service
• Proclamation of September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Month

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved two construction contracts totaling over $6.6 million for the Summerland Coastal Access Improvements Projects, including the Wallace Avenue and Via Real Trail Enhancements. The board also approved a $1.42 million Homekey subrecipient agreement for Hedges House of Hope shelter operations, a $3.47 million pavement preservation contract, and a $3.5 million amendment for Dominion Voting Systems equipment. All votes were unanimous except for the Dominion amendment (4-1) and the Patterson Point Apartments resolution (4-1).

• Awarded $3,616,610 Wallace Ave Summerland Coastal Access contract to Taylor Jane Construction (5-0)
• Awarded $3,006,857 Via Real Trail Enhancements contract to Taylor Jane Construction (5-0)
• Approved $1,419,136 Homekey subrecipient agreement for Hedges House of Hope (5-0)
• Approved $3,473,021 pavement preservation contract to Pavement Coatings Co. (5-0)
• Approved $3.5M Dominion Voting Systems amendment (4-1, Nelson no)
• Approved $12,720,240 tax-exempt bonds for Patterson Point Apartments (4-1, Nelson no)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5220 updating encroachment permit fees (5-0)
• Created Farmworker Conditions Temporary Ad Hoc Advisory Committee (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider establishing property tax rates for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and approving year-end budget revisions. The body will also review a security services contract for the Department of Behavioral Wellness.

• Establishment of property tax rates and levying taxes for FY 2024-2025
• Year End Transfers and Revisions of Appropriations for FY 2023-2024
• Security services contract with Miller Security and Investigations, Inc. (Bomar) not to exceed $1,644,800.00
• Resolution proclaiming August 26, 2024 as Women’s Equality Day
• Commendations for retiring Public Health Department employees Maria ‘Kloudy’ Gonzalez and Carmen Vargas

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2030 Climate Action Plan, including resolutions to identify measures to reduce oil and gas emissions and to amend the Comprehensive Plan Energy Element, in a 3-2 vote. The board also approved numerous administrative items, including contracts for security services, construction projects, and a new SEIU labor agreement. A request to exchange federal highway funds was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Adopted 2030 Climate Action Plan and related resolutions (3-2)
• Approved $1.55M Calle Real Water Loop Phase 2 contract to Tierra Contracting (5-0)
• Approved $1.91M meal services contract with Vocation Training Center for Juvenile Justice Center (5-0)
• Approved $1.64M security services contract with Bomar Security (5-0)
• Approved SEIU Local 620 successor MOU and compensation plan amendment (5-0)
• Awarded $1.1M Solomon Creek Trunk Line Rehabilitation contract to Performance Pipeline (5-0)
• Authorized release of RFP for jail and juvenile healthcare services (5-0)
• Withdrew federal highway dollar exchange agreement from agenda (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will receive a report from the County Executive Officer and consider several honorary resolutions. The body is also reviewing three reimbursement agreements with the California Department of Food and Agriculture for compliance and inspection programs.

• Agreement with CDFA for Fuels, Lubricants and Automotive Products Compliance Program: $6,375.00
• Agreement with CDFA for Weighmaster Compliance Program: $1,200.00
• Agreement with CDFA for Certified Farmer’s Market Inspection Program: $21,500.00
• Resolution of Commendation for Rian Diep, August 2024 Employee of the Month
• Resolution of Commendation for Anita Lopez upon her retirement from the District Attorney’s Office

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda including a $6.6 million pavement rehabilitation contract and a $24.7 million mental health services agreement. The board also approved a $1.5 million affordable housing fund reservation and a $1.46 million construction contract. All votes were 4-0 with Supervisor Nelson absent.

• Approved $6,608,033 pavement rehabilitation contract with Granite Construction (4-0)
• Approved $24,730,000 mental health services agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health (4-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 affordable housing fund reservation for Brisa Encina Apartments (4-0)
• Approved $1,457,000 construction contract with Diani Building Corp for USFS project (4-0)
• Approved 13 new positions for ReSource Center operations (4-0)
• Approved 4.5% salary increase for local agency executives (4-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting AB 2236 and SB 1053 banning plastic bags (4-0)
• Approved amendments to Deputy Sheriffs' Association MOU (4-0)

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The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors will consider several labor items, including memoranda of understanding with the Service Employees International Union Local 721 and the Engineers and Technicians Association. It will also vote on a 4.5% general salary increase for management, appointed executive, and certain confidential unrepresented employees for FY 2024‑2025. Additional adjustments may be approved if union agreements exceed the management increase.

• Approve MOU with Service Employees International Union Local 721 (terms Aug 5, 2024 – July 4, 2027)
• Approve 4.5% salary increase for management, appointed executive, and certain confidential unrepresented employees effective Aug 5, 2024
• Approve MOU with Engineers and Technicians Association (terms Aug 5, 2024 – July 4, 2027)
• Consider Successor MOU with Deputy District Attorneys Association

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved three Memoranda of Understanding with SEIU Local 721, the Engineers and Technicians Association, and the Deputy District Attorneys Association, covering terms from August 5, 2024 to July 4, 2027. They also approved a 4.5% general salary increase for management, appointed executive, and confidential unrepresented employees, effective August 5, 2024, with provisions for additional adjustments if union agreements exceed those terms. The board also approved Supervisor Capps' remote participation request under AB 2449. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved MOU with SEIU Local 721 (5-0)
• Approved 4.5% salary increase for management and unrepresented employees (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Engineers and Technicians Association (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Deputy District Attorneys Association (5-0)
• Approved Supervisor Capps' remote participation request (4-0, Capps recused)

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The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors will meet on July 16, 2024, to receive routine reports and act on several administrative items. The board will consider a three-year mental-health services agreement with the Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) totaling up to $885,948, plus a $180,000 agreement with the UC Cooperative Extension. No major policy decisions are scheduled.

• Approve $885,948 MICOP mental-health services contract (FY2024–2026)
• Approve $180,000 UC Cooperative Extension services agreement (FY2024–2025)
• Adopt resolution proclaiming National Health Center Week (Aug 4–10, 2024)
• Appoint Larry Mendez Jr. to Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Authorize year-end budget transfers for FY2023–2024 (4/5 vote required)

The Board ratified a local emergency proclamation for the Lake Fire and approved various contracts for behavioral health, election staffing, and park improvements. It also adopted an ordinance to enhance collection of delinquent Transient Occupancy Taxes.

• Ratified local emergency proclamation for the Lake Fire (3-2)
• Adopted ordinance for delinquent Transient Occupancy Tax collection enforcement (3-2)
• Approved $1.09M contract to Hanly General Engineering for Goleta Beach improvements (3-2)
• Approved $885,948 contract with MICOP for mental health services (3-2)
• Approved $750,000 contract with Robert Half Inc. for election staffing (3-2)
• Approved $500,000 contract with QwikResponse for encampment sanitation (3-2)
• Approved $1.43M contract with Geosyntec Consultants for Tajiguas Landfill project (4-1)
• Approved $5.7M agreement with CA Dept of State Hospitals for jail-based competency treatment (3-2)

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The Board is considering an emergency declaration regarding the July 5, 2024, Lake Fire. Additionally, the Board will review budget revisions and transfers to close accounting records for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.

• Emergency situation finding for the 2024 Lake Fire
• Resolution of Commendation for July 2024 Employees of the Month
• Proclamation of 'Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week'
• Air Monitoring Network Agreement with California Department of Pesticoride Regulation ($149,375.47)
• Year-end budget revisions and transfers for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved the second reading of an ordinance raising the transient occupancy tax from 12% to 14% in unincorporated areas and adopted a resolution placing the measure on the November 5, 2024 general election ballot, with Supervisor Nelson dissenting. The Board also approved a $3.7 million list of mutually beneficial capital projects and limited-term programs under the 2024 settlement agreement with UC Regents, and authorized a combined two-year 2024-2025 Coastal Resources Mitigation Fund cycle. Most other items were routine contract approvals, budget revisions, and election consolidation requests handled on the consent agenda by unanimous 5-0 votes. In closed session, the Board reported no reportable action.

• Adopted ordinance raising transient occupancy tax from 12% to 14% and placed measure on Nov 5, 2024 ballot (4-1, Nelson no)
• Approved $3.7M in mutually beneficial capital projects and limited-term programs under 2024 UC Regents settlement (5-0)
• Approved $880,000 two-year contract with Davis Guest Home for intensive residential mental health services (5-0)
• Approved $149,375.47 three-year air monitoring agreement with California Department of Pesticide Regulation (5-0)
• Approved $129,377 UCSB research and evaluation agreement for CREDO47 program (5-0)
• Awarded $296,172 Clark Ave medians and trap lane construction contract to R. Burke Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 contribution to Goleta Valley South Little League from Second District 990 fund (5-0)
• Set July 16, 2024 hearings for library special tax CPI adjustment and Orcutt/Providence Landing CFD special tax levies

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The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items, including a multi-year services agreement for adult residential care. The meeting also includes various honorary resolutions and the review of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Internal Audit Plan.

• Renewal of Psynergy Programs, Inc. services for Adult Residential Care up to $8,489,220.00
• FY 2024-2025 Internal Audit Plan recommendation
• Resolution of Commendation for Ananilia Norton's retirement
• Resolution proclaiming June 2024 as Gun Violence Awareness Month
• Resolution of Commendation for Jeff Frapwell's retirement

The Board of Supervisors approved a seven-month extension of the jail healthcare contract with Wellpath, increasing the total contract value to $88.7 million. They also awarded a $4.3 million construction contract for the East Mountain Drive bridge replacement and approved a $2 million design contract for the North Branch Jail expansion. Additionally, the Board adopted an ordinance for the Orcutt Community Park sports field lighting project and continued emergency actions for storm repairs.

• Approved $13.2M extension to Wellpath jail healthcare contract (5-0)
• Awarded $4.3M East Mountain Drive bridge replacement contract (4-1)
• Approved $2M design services for North Branch Jail expansion (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5215 for Orcutt Community Park lighting (4-1)
• Approved $965K Tajiguas Landfill access road construction (4-1)
• Continued emergency storm repair actions (4-1)
• Approved $8.5M Psynergy adult residential care agreement (5-0)
• Approved $9.2M Casa Pacifica mental health services agreement (4-1)

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The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items, including a multi-year services agreement for interim housing. The meeting also includes the approval of multiple commemorative resolutions.

• Agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter for La Posada interim housing at 4500 Hollister Avenue up to $4,080,440.00
• Resolution honoring Rosa Coronado as 2024 League of Women Voters 'Making Democracy Work' recipient
• Proclamation of June 19, 2024 as Juneteenth in Santa Barbara County
• Resolution honoring the 10-year Anniversary of Honor Flight Central Coast California
• Proclamation of June 12, 2024 as National Women Veterans Day in Santa Barbara County

The Board approved a $37.8M construction contract for the Probation Headquarters Building and authorized the purchase of a building at 315 West Haley Street for up to $4.5M. Several mental health and housing service agreements were ratified, and the Board advanced a proposal to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax to 14%.

• Awarded $37,817,413.00 construction contract for Probation Headquarters to ProWest PCM, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 315 West Haley Street for up to $4,500,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved $4,080,440.00 agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter for La Posada interim housing (5-0)
• Approved $3,482,288.00 agreement with Telecare Corporation for HART Peer Support Services (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance to increase Transient Occupancy Tax from 12% to 14% (4-1)
• Approved $1,895,031.00 agreement with UC Santa Barbara for Hazardous Waste Collection Center (5-0)
• Approved $1,130,879.00 in SCAAP reimbursement funds for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $856,000.00 extension for Medical Doctors Associates professional services (5-0)

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The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors agenda for June 13, 2024 is marked as cancelled. The scheduled hearing would have covered the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating plan, including adopting the county's general budget and budgets for special districts like Fire Protection, Flood Control & Water Conservation, Laguna County Sanitation District, and the Water Agency.

• Agenda explicitly marked as 'Cancelled'
• FY 2024-2025 Recommended Budget adoption and final adjustments
• Salary resolution updates effective June 24, 2024
• Authority to execute single-year grant and contract renewals within 10% of prior amounts
• Position changes approved by the County Executive Officer under Board Resolution 99-486

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The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Plan. This includes a recommendation to amend an intergovernmental agreement regarding the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System.

• Third Amendment to the DHCS Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System Agreement to increase amount by $85,080,000.00
• Extension of the Drug Medi-Cal agreement term through June 30, 2027
• Budget hearings for Public Safety functional group including District Attorney, Probation, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Fire

The Board of Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget, including budgets for special districts and the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency. The Board also authorized an $85.08 million increase to a Drug Medi-Cal agreement and allocated $295,000 for the Modoc multi-use trail. Staff presentations were received for all departmental functional groups.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget (5-0)
• Approved $85.08M increase to Drug Medi-Cal agreement (5-0)
• Allocated $295,000 for Modoc multi-use trail (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget for Successor Agency (5-0)
• Adopted amended salary resolution effective June 24, 2024 (5-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items including budget schedules and year-end financial transfers. The meeting also includes resolutions for employee commendations and monthly proclamations.

• Resolution of Commendation for Alicia Duran, Kristen Mahurin and Juan Valdez
• Proclamation of June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month
• Proclamation of June 1, 2024 as International Children’s Day
• Appointment of Mike Testa to the Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Single Audit Reports for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a long consent agenda of routine contracts, grants, and resolutions, including a $6.39 million encampment outreach and housing agreement with New Beginnings Counseling Center and a $1.49 million agreement with the City of Santa Barbara. In a split 4-1 vote, the Board directed staff to take a support position on property owner assessment ballots for a proposed downtown Santa Barbara Community Benefit Improvement District and to return to discuss budget impacts before proceeding. The Board also directed staff to return June 18 with an ordinance for a possible transient occupancy tax increase from 12% to 14% for the November 2024 ballot, and denied an appeal to grant a cannabis cultivation project in the Fourth District. A Behavioral Wellness item to increase a Drug Medi-Cal agreement by $85 million was continued to June 11.

• Directed staff to support property owner assessment ballots for a proposed downtown Santa Barbara Community Benefit Improvement District and return on budget impacts (4-1, Nelson no)
• Approved $6,391,615 CERF subrecipient agreement with New Beginnings Counseling Center for vehicle encampment outreach and housing (5-0)
• Approved $1,488,820 CERF subrecipient agreement with City of Santa Barbara for encampment street outreach (5-0)
• Directed staff to return June 18 with an ordinance for a possible TOT increase from 12% to 14% for the November 2024 ballot (4-1, Nelson no)
• Denied appeal and granted approval of Moriarty Holdings cannabis cultivation project, Case No. 23CUP-00014 (5-0)
• Continued Behavioral Wellness DMC-ODS Third Amendment increasing agreement by $85,080,000 to June 11 (3-0, Williams and Hartmann absent)
• Adopted solid waste tipping, collection, and Cuyama Valley parcel fee schedules for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Authorized County Counsel to initiate litigation in one closed-session case (3-0, Nelson and Williams abstained)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items including resolutions and grant agreements. The agenda includes discussions regarding behavioral health housing and shelter diversion programs.

• Resolution proclaiming National Peace Officers’ Week (May 12–18, 2024)
• Resolution proclaiming National Emergency Medical Services week (May 19–25, 2024)
• BHBH Program grant agreement with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. up to $9,932,242.00
• Second Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter
• Bid Waiver for BioBag Americas, Inc. not to exceed $35,000.00

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a hybrid cannabis cultivation tax structure (Option 2) and directed staff to return June 25, 2024 with a taxation ordinance and ballot measure for the November 2024 General Election. The vote was 4-1, with Supervisor Lavagnino dissenting. The Board also approved a $9,932,242 grant agreement for behavioral health bridge housing, a $4,067,707 budget software contract, and set the FY 2024-2025 Recommended Budget hearing for June 11, 2024. Most consent-agenda items passed 5-0; Supervisor Lavagnino was absent for two later items.

• Approved hybrid cannabis cultivation tax (Option 2) with activity tax rate based on licensed square footage and gross receipts, cultivators paying the greater (4-1, Lavagnino no)
• Directed staff to return June 25, 2024 with cannabis taxation ordinance and ballot measure for November 2024 General Election
• Approved $9,932,242 BHBH grant agreement with Advocates for Human Potential for emergency/interim housing (5-0)
• Approved $4,067,707 contract with Sherpa Government Solutions for budget development software through May 31, 2039 (5-0)
• Approved $1,249,373 Manatron property tax software maintenance extension through June 30, 2029 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5211 amending Laguna County Sanitation District service, connection, and trunk sewer charges (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5212 re-adopting and amending Sheriff's Office Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)
• Set FY 2024-2025 Recommended Budget hearing for June 11, 2024, continuing June 13 if needed (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will consider an amendment to the Merakey Allos contract for mental health services, which includes increasing 2023-2024 funding by $30,700. The agenda also contains several proclamations and resolutions of commendation.

• Contract amendment with Merakey Allos to increase FY 2023-2024 funding by $30,700 for mental health services
• Proclamation of May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Proclamation of May 2024 as National Bike Month
• Proclamation of May 2024 as Wildfire Community Preparedness Month

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure and health service contracts, including a major road project and jail medical services. They also reappointed Rachel Van Mullen as County Counsel and adopted an ordinance allowing business operations in County road rights-of-way.

• Awarded $1.98M South County Pavement Rehabilitation contract to CalPortland Construction (5-0)
• Reappointed Rachel Van Mullen as County Counsel (5-0)
• Approved $3.86M contract extension for jail medical and mental health services with CFMG/Wellpath (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5210 allowing permitting and fees for business use of County road rights-of-way (5-0)
• Approved $2M HOME funds loan for Village Senior Apartments Project (5-0)
• Accepted $106,690 in equipment donations for the Sheriff's Office from One805 (5-0)
• Approved $250,200 HVAC and BEMS design contract with P2S LP for eight facilities (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Sheriff's Office Military Equipment Use Policy ordinance (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is holding a hearing to consider recommendations for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. This includes proposals to approve rezone sites and County-owned sites to meet Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirements. The item also involves certifying an Environmental Impact Report and amending various land use and coastal plans.

• Hearing on 2023-2031 Housing Element Update rezoning and site selection
• Certification of the Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
• Amendments to the County Comprehensive Plan Land Use and Circulation Elements
• Amendments to the Coastal Land Use Plan and Coastal Zoning Ordinance

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on May 3, 2024, with all five supervisors present. The Board approved the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Rezone Amendments, certified the associated Program Environmental Impact Report, and adopted resolutions and ordinances amending the Comprehensive Plan, zoning maps, and zoning regulations. The motion, made by Supervisor Capps and seconded by Supervisor Hartmann, carried 5-0 after a public hearing that ran from 9:09 AM to 4:40 PM. The meeting adjourned at 4:40 PM to Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

• Approved 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Rezone Amendments as amended (5-0)
• Certified 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Program EIR and adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-92 amending Land Use Element text and maps (5-0)
• No action taken on amending Circulation Element text (Case No. 24GPA-00005)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5206 amending Zoning Map to rezone select parcels (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5207 amending zoning regulations of Land Use and Development Code (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-93 amending Coastal Land Use Plan text and maps (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5208 amending Article II Coastal Zoning Ordinance to rezone 3 parcels (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering recommendations to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. This includes approving rezone sites and County-owned sites to meet Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirements.

• 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Rezone Amendments
• Certification of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update Program Environmental Impact Report (23EIR-00004)
• Amendment to the Santa Barbara County Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element (24GPA-00003)
• Amendment to the Santa Barbara County Comprehensive Plan Circulation Element (24GPA-00005)
• Amendment to the South Coast Rural Region Zoning Map and Goleta Community Plan Zoning South Map (24RZN-00002)

The Board conducted a public hearing regarding proposed rezone sites and County-owned sites to meet Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) requirements. No final decision was recorded in the minutes for the housing amendments or ordinances. The meeting also included a closed session with no reportable action.

• Received and filed staff presentation on 2023-2031 Housing Element Update (24-00397)
• Conducted public hearing on Housing Element Update rezone amendments and site selection

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will review the County Executive Officer's report on county programs and projects. The agenda includes several ceremonial resolutions, such as proclamations for National Poetry Month and Arbor Day. The Board will also consider an Auditor-Controller’s report regarding the County Treasurer’s Investment Pool assets.

• Auditor-Controller’s Report on the Treasurer’s Investment Pool Statement of Assets
• Resolution honoring Gregory Wolf as 2024 Teacher of the Year
• Closed session discussion regarding litigation with Island View Ranch, LLC

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a $22,192,530 contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for Crisis Stabilization Unit services through June 2027, and designated the County's Calle Real Campus unit as a Lanterman-Petris-Short 5150 facility. The Board also approved a $1,080,000 design agreement for the Isla Vista Bike and Pedestrian Improvements Project and a $430,771.73 increase to the Santa Barbara Courthouse roof renovation contract. In a split 3-2 vote, the Board directed staff to amend the Coastal Zoning Ordinance to revise cannabis odor abatement standards. The meeting included routine consent items, budget revisions, and resolutions; no reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved $22,192,530 Crestwood Behavioral Health contract for Crisis Stabilization Unit services (5-0)
• Designated Calle Real Campus Crisis Stabilization Unit as an LPS 5150 facility (5-0)
• Approved $1,080,000 GHD Inc. design agreement for Isla Vista Bike and Pedestrian Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $430,771.73 increase to Santa Barbara Courthouse roof renovation contract with Plant Construction (5-0)
• Directed staff to amend Coastal Zoning Ordinance for cannabis odor abatement standards (3-2; Capps and Nelson no)
• Approved $494,953 agreement with Santa Barbara Foundation for Digital Equity Coalition Access to Technology Program (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 Coastal Resource Mitigation Fund contract with Fish Reef Project for kelp restoration pilot (5-0)
• Set special meetings for April 30 in Santa Maria and May 3 in Santa Barbara on Housing Element Update rezones (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget workshop regarding the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The session includes receiving information on the preliminary budget and providing direction for the recommended budget due in May.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget
• Direction regarding the County Executive Office’s Recommended Budget
• Affirmation or revision of priority capital projects

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a series of departmental budget presentations. This session includes reviews of Health & Human Services, General Government, and Policy & Executive departments to provide direction for the upcoming recommended budget.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget workshops
• Health & Human Services departmental budgets
• General Government & Support Services departmental budgets
• Policy & Executive departmental budgets
• Maintenance and Capital Projects special issue

The Board of Supervisors held a budget workshop for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 preliminary budget, receiving and filing staff presentations from Health & Human Services, General Government & Support Services, Policy & Executive departments, and a special issue on Maintenance and Capital Projects. On item 24-00339, the Board voted 5-0 to receive and file the preliminary budget information, provide direction, affirm priority capital projects recommended for funding, take no action on other direction, and determine the actions are not a project subject to CEQA review. The CEO's Recommended Budget is scheduled for release in May, with Board adoption scheduled for June 11 and June 13, 2024. No specific budget figures or program changes were recorded in the minutes.

• Received and filed FY 2024-2025 preliminary budget information (5-0)
• Affirmed priority capital projects recommended for funding (5-0)
• Provided direction on items for the CEO's Recommended Budget (5-0)
• Determined actions are not a CEQA project under Guidelines 15378(b)(4) (5-0)
• Received and filed departmental budget presentations for Health & Human Services, General Government & Support Services, and Policy & Executive
• Received and filed special issue presentation on Maintenance and Capital Projects

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget workshop to review the preliminary fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Discussions include departmental budgets for public safety and community resources, as well as direction for the upcoming recommended budget release.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget workshop
• Public Safety departmental budgets: District Attorney, Probation, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Fire
• Community Resources & Public Facilities departmental budgets: Public Works, Agriculture, Weights & Measures, Planning & Development, and Community Services

The Board of Supervisors convened a budget workshop for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 preliminary budget. Staff presentations were received and filed for the Budget Overview, Public Safety departments (District Attorney, Probation, Public Defender, Sheriff, Fire), and Community Resources & Public Facilities departments (Public Works, Agriculture, Weights & Measures, Planning & Development, Community Services). The Board received and filed information on the preliminary budget and heard public comment, but the minutes do not record any votes or final decisions on the budget. The CEO's Recommended Budget is scheduled for release in May, with Board adoption scheduled for June 11 and June 13, 2024.

• Received and filed staff presentation on the FY 2024-2025 Budget Overview
• Received and filed staff presentations on Public Safety departmental budgets (District Attorney, Probation, Public Defender, Sheriff, Fire)
• Received and filed staff presentations on Community Resources & Public Facilities departmental budgets (Public Works, Agriculture, Weights & Measures, Planning & Development, Community Services)
• No action taken on the FY 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget item; direction to staff, if any, not recorded in the minutes
• Adjourned at 3:48 PM to continue the Budget Workshop on Wednesday, April 10, 2024

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is holding a community meeting focused on jail healthcare. The session includes presentations regarding medical and behavioral health care, crisis intervention training for custody staff, and data sharing.

• Presentation on Jail Medical and Behavioral Health Care
• Discussion on Crisis Intervention Training for Custody Staff
• Presentation on Data Sharing

The Board of Supervisors conducted a community meeting featuring presentations and Q&A sessions regarding jail medical care, behavioral health, and staff training. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded; the Board received and filed the presentations provided.

• Received and filed presentations on Jail Medical and Behavioral Health Care
• Received and filed presentations on Crisis Intervention Training for Custody Staff
• Received and filed presentations on Data Sharing

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will review the County Executive Officer's report and consider several resolutions for commendation and proclamations. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation.

• Resolution of Commendation for Jose Ruiz, April 2024 Employee of the Month
• Resolutions honoring retirements of Ted Sten, Wendy Motta, Marla Arnoldi, James Michael McCoy, Karen Ann Kozak, William Henebry, Sheriff’s Canine Odin, and Laurie Baker
• Proclamation of April 2024 as the Month of the Young Child
• Proclamation of April 2024 as Donate Life Month
• Litigation discussion regarding Joshua Rubow v. County of Santa Barbara

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a long consent agenda covering housing, storm recovery, and county contracts. Major actions included awarding a $2,863,091 construction contract for the Cold Springs Debris Basin Improvement Project and reserving up to $2,057,850 in affordable housing funds for Hollister Lofts Apartments. The Board also approved a $2,044,376 agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter for La Posada operations and re-ratified the February 2024 storm local emergency. In closed session, no reportable action was taken.

• Awarded $2,863,091 Cold Springs Debris Basin construction contract to Lash Construction (5-0)
• Reserved up to $2,057,850 in affordable housing funds for Hollister Lofts Apartments (5-0)
• Approved $2,044,376 agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter for La Posada operations (5-0)
• Re-ratified February 2024 storm local emergency, directing 60-day updates (5-0)
• Approved $777,621 in HOME funds for Buena Tierra Apartments (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 grant for EV charger at Wallace Ave in Summerland (5-0)
• Approved job order contract increases to $4.5M each for four contractors (4-0, Nelson abstained)
• Set May 7 hearings for Sanford Appeal and Sheriff military equipment ordinance (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive a report from the County Executive Officer regarding county programs and staff updates. The administrative agenda includes several resolutions of commendation for retiring employees and an employee of the month.

• County Executive Officer's Report on programs and projects
• Resolution honoring Erica Bottorff as March 2024 Employee of the Month
• Resolutions honoring retirements from Public Works, Child Support Services, District Attorney, Planning and Development, and Social Services departments
• Resolution proclaiming March 2024 as Music in Our Schools Month

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a 2024 Certificates of Participation financing of up to $130,000,000 for capital improvements, including the Probation Headquarters Building and Main Jail Renovation projects. The Board also approved the Tajiguas Landfill Capacity Increase Project, adding 6.1 million cubic yards of capacity, and directed staff to report back on waste reduction and negotiations with the Gaviota Coast Conservancy. Several routine items were approved on consent, including a $114,272 agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter and a $348,226 guardrail contract. Supervisor Nelson was absent for several votes.

• Approved 2024 Certificates of Participation financing up to $130,000,000 (4-0, Nelson absent)
• Approved Tajiguas Landfill Capacity Increase Project, adding 6.1 million cubic yards (4-0, Nelson absent)
• Approved $114,272 PLHA subrecipient agreement with Good Samaritan Shelter (5-0)
• Awarded $348,226 Midwest Guardrail System contract to The JF Will Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $94,719.36 increase to Santa Maria Juvenile Hall Security Upgrade contract with Birdi Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $575,000 increase to Cross Country Locums agreement for temporary healthcare staffing (5-0)
• Adopted Key Site H Development Agreement for 99-unit multifamily project (5-0)
• Withdrew Pavement Impact Studies item from agenda (4-0, Nelson absent)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a workshop regarding potential rezone sites for the County Housing Element. The session includes developer presentations for both South and North County projects.

• Workshop on potential rezone sites for the County Housing Element (24-00273)
• South County developer presentations
• North County developer presentations

The Board of Supervisors convened for a workshop to review potential rezone sites for the County Housing Element. The Board received presentations from staff and developers for both South and North County projects, but took no formal action.

• Received and filed Planning and Development opening remarks
• Received and filed South County Developer Presentations
• Received and filed North County Developer Presentations

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will consider a contract with Harris and Associates to develop a strategic plan for workforce housing development and preservation. The agenda also includes amendments to community development grant agreements and resolutions of commendation.

• $246,490 agreement with Harris and Associates for a Workforce Housing Strategic Plan
• Amendments to CDBG subrecipient agreements with Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics and PATH
• Resolution of Commendation for William A. Haro upon his retirement
• Proclamation of National Groundwater Awareness Week

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to study hybrid and square-footage-based cannabis tax models. The Board also approved several funding agreements for workforce housing, public health, and social services, and extended emergency response actions for storm recovery.

• Directed staff to study hybrid and square-footage cannabis tax models (4-1)
• Approved $246,490 agreement with Harris and Associates for workforce housing strategic plan (5-0)
• Approved $2.57M agreement with Langan CA, Inc. for cleanup and abatement (5-0)
• Approved $1.58M funding increase for OCHIN Master System Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $213,372 purchase of Locution PrimeAlert systems for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved $1.15M grant and $477,500 agreement for Regional Equity and Recovery Partnerships (5-0)
• Approved continuation of emergency response actions for 2023 and 2024 storms (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Key Site H Development Agreement for 99 multifamily units (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will review a report from the County Executive Officer and consider several administrative resolutions. The meeting includes a closed session regarding anticipated civil litigation involving three claims exceeding $10,000.

• Renewal of contract with Brown Armstrong Accountancy Corporation for annual financial audits up to $157,000.00
• Resolution of Commendation honoring Ted Sten for service on the Board of Retirement
• Resolution designating March 2024 as Women’s History Month
• Resolution proclaiming March 10, 2024 as Tibet Day

The Board of Supervisors denied an appeal and granted de novo approval for a new small cell wireless facility on Camino Majorca. Other actions included approving several public works contracts, appointing a new Public Works Director, and designating March as Women's History Month.

• Denied appeal and approved Verizon wireless facility on Camino Majorca (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Chris Sneddon as Public Works Director (5-0)
• Authorized $1.1M purchase of two Type 3 fire engines from West-Mark (5-0)
• Approved $145,000 contract with Brown Armstrong Accountancy Corporation (5-0)
• Awarded $266,561 contract to Xcel Engineering for flashing beacons (5-0)
• Approved $1.13M agreement amendment with Good Samaritan Shelter (5-0)
• Designated March 2024 as Women’s History Month (5-0)
• Set hearing for Tajiguas Landfill Capacity Increase Project for March 19, 2024 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive a report from the County Executive Officer regarding county programs and staff updates. The meeting includes a closed session for conference with labor negotiators.

• Resolution in support of the Amhara People of Ethiopia
• Resolution recognizing National Children’s Dental Health Month
• Resolution celebrating the completion of the Strauss Wind Project
• Appointment of Russell Doty to the Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Student Support Agreement with the University of Southern California through 2027

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a range of routine items on its consent agenda, including several resolutions, contracts, and budget revisions. The most contested decision was authorizing the General Services Director to advertise for construction bids for the proposed Probation Headquarters Building Project, which passed 3-1 with Supervisor Nelson dissenting. The Board also approved a $150,000 increase to a behavioral wellness contract, two subrecipient agreements for interim housing using state encampment resolution funds, and accepted a $50,000 state grant for climate planning. All other items were approved unanimously by the four present members; Supervisor Lavagnino was absent.

• Authorized advertising for construction bids for Probation HQ Building Project (3-1, Nelson no)
• Approved $150,000 increase to Davis Guest Home contract for augmented board and care services, total not to exceed $715,000
• Approved two subrecipient agreements with Good Samaritan Shelter for 10 interim housing beds each in Santa Maria and Lompoc, each up to $273,750
• Accepted $50,000 grant from Strategic Growth Council for Resilient Cuyama Valley Transformative Climate Communities post-award consultation
• Approved $3,868 increase to SCRAM of California agreement for alcohol monitoring, total not to exceed $475,478
• Approved co-location of Probation and Fire departments at Los Prietos Boys Camp site and authorized Fire to apply for USFS Special Use Permit
• Approved 2024-2025 Legislative Funding Critical Projects List and Legislative Budget Goals
• Set hearing for March 19, 2024 on ordinance amending County Code Chapter 28 for business use of county rights-of-way

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative items including resolutions and legal service agreements. The meeting includes a closed session regarding a public employee appointment for the Director of Public Works.

• Resolution in Support of Peace and Respect for Human Rights in Ethiopia
• Proclamation of February 2024 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
• Commendation for retiring Sheriff’s Office Custody Lieutenant Anthony Espinoza
• Agreement for Professional Legal Services with Stradling Yocca Carlson and Rauth up to $25,000.00
• Annexation of Orcutt Gateway Retail Commercial Center/Key Site 2 to Orcutt Community Facilities District

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved zoning code amendments to comply with recent state housing law, adopting Ordinance Nos. 5202, 5203 and 5204 on a 4-1 vote with Supervisor Nelson dissenting. The Board also approved a CalFresh program augmentation allocating 86 positions and $1,436,000 in state-funded appropriations, and authorized a $894,732.48 IT services agreement with Carahsoft. A resolution on peace and human rights in Ethiopia was withdrawn from the agenda, and the Board set hearings for March 5 and March 12, 2024 on a Verizon wireless appeal and the Key Site H Development Agreement.

• Adopted LUDC, MLUDC and CZO amendments for state housing law compliance (4-1, Nelson no)
• Approved CalFresh augmentation: 86 positions and $1,436,000 state-funded appropriation (5-0)
• Approved $894,732.48 Carahsoft IT services agreement through Feb 12, 2027 (5-0)
• Withdrew resolution on peace and human rights in Ethiopia from agenda (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance annexing Orcutt Gateway Retail Commercial Center to Orcutt Community Facilities District (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 outside counsel agreement with Stradling Yocca Carlson and Rauth (5-0)
• Approved $181,891.60 Cannon Corporation storm drain construction management agreement (5-0)
• Set March 5 hearing on Verizon wireless appeal and March 12 hearing on Key Site H Development Agreement

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering the ratification of a local emergency proclamation caused by storms beginning January 31, 2024. The meeting includes several administrative resolutions regarding employee commendations and monthly proclamations.

• Ratification of a Proclamation of Local Emergency caused by the February 2024 Storm
• Resolution of Commendation for Michelle Perez-Ybarra of the Probation Department
• Resolution proclaiming February 2024 as Black History Month
• Resolution proclaiming February 2024 as CommUnify’s 2-1-1 Community Celebration Month
• Resolution of Commendation for Darrin Eisenbarth's retirement from the Public Health Department

The Board ratified the Director of Emergency Services' February 4, 2024 proclamation of local emergency for the February 2024 Storm (Resolution No. 24-15) and directed the Office of Emergency Management to return every 60 days for ratification. It also approved a $531,440 increase to the Crestwood Behavioral Health mental health rehabilitation contract, raising the maximum to $17,887,440, and approved a $531,538.69 increase to the Hedges House of Hope kitchen renovation contract. Several items were continued or withdrawn, including a pavement impact fee discussion continued to March 19, 2024 and a resolution on the Amhara people of Ethiopia withdrawn from the agenda.

• Ratified Feb 2024 Storm local emergency proclamation (Resolution No. 24-15) (5-0)
• Approved $531,440 increase to Crestwood Behavioral Health contract, new max $17,887,440 (5-0)
• Approved $531,538.69 increase to Hedges House of Hope kitchen renovation contract, amended base $1,957,266.69 (5-0)
• Approved SEIU Local 620 equity wage adjustments of 2.25%-5% effective Feb 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $420,000 increase to Skanska USA Building contract, new max $1,645,000 (5-0)
• Continued pavement impact study and fee options to March 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Withdrew resolution in support of the Amhara people of Ethiopia from the agenda (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance annexing Orcutt Gateway Retail Commercial Center to Orcutt Community Facilities District (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative items, including resolutions for community celebrations and contract amendments. Discussion includes a funding increase for telephone services and standard agreements for the Hollister II Project.

• First Amendment to ProtoCall Services, Inc. agreement to add $153,000.00 for a total not to exceed $455,000.00
• Standard Agreement for No Place Like Home Program Round 3 funds of $450,000.00 for Hollister II Project
• Standard Agreement for No Place Like Home Program Round 4 funds of $6,959,564.00 for Hollister II Project
• Resolution celebrating the Lompoc Teen Center’s Grand Reopening
• Resolution celebrating the launching of the California Nature Art Museum

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a second reading of an ordinance amending County Code Chapter 7 to regulate and limit the number of roosters by parcel size, on a 4-1 vote with Supervisor Nelson dissenting. The Board also approved a resolution to cease burial of waste at the Tajiguas Landfill as of January 1, 2039, replacing Resolution 18-150. In closed session, no reportable action was taken on the public employee appointment for Director of Public Works or labor negotiations. Two items were withdrawn from the agenda: an agreement with Harris and Associates for a workforce housing strategic plan and an ordinance amending inclusionary housing rules.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5200 limiting roosters by parcel size (4-1, Nelson no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-12 to cease waste burial at Tajiguas Landfill as of January 1, 2039 (5-0)
• Approved $153,000 increase to ProtoCall Services contract for Access Line, total not to exceed $455,000 (5-0)
• Approved NPLH agreements with State HCD and Sanctuary Centers for Hollister II: $450,000 and $6,959,564 (5-0)
• Approved subordination agreements for Hollister II affordable housing loans totaling $1.4M PLHA and $1.5M CCP to state loans (5-0)
• Awarded $277,971 Modoc Road Multi-Use Trail Phase I landscaping contract to JAS Landscape LLC (5-0)
• Awarded $396,470 Lakeview Road Sidewalk Improvements contract to Taylor Jane Construction LP (5-0)
• Withdrew workforce housing strategic plan agreement with Harris and Associates ($216,825) and inclusionary housing ordinance amendment from agenda (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will elect its 2024 leadership and conduct several administrative actions via consent agenda. The session includes a report from the County Executive Officer and a closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair for the Board of Supervisors and various Special Districts
• Resolution proclaiming January 2024 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
• Auditor-Controller’s Report on the Santa Barbara County Treasurer’s Investment Pool Statement of Assets
• CenCal Health CalAIM Incentive Payment Program Funding Agreement for Fiscal Years 2023-2027

The Board appointed Supervisor Lavagnino as Chair and Supervisor Capps as Vice-Chair for 2024. Significant actions included approving five public safety radio network construction contracts and conceptually approving a new funding model for the County Arts Fund. The Board also introduced an ordinance to limit the number of roosters per parcel.

• Appointed Supervisor Lavagnino as Chair and Supervisor Capps as Vice-Chair for 2024 (5-0)
• Approved five Public Safety Radio Network construction contracts totaling over $3.2M (5-0)
• Conceptually approved replacing the Percent for Arts allocation process with an annual General Fund appropriation (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to limit roosters by parcel size (4-1)
• Approved $653,608 agreement with Channel Islands YMCA for youth supportive housing (5-0)
• Approved $292,286 contract with Bengal Engineering for Tuckers Grove Bridge Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 and $123,933 HOME funding agreements for rental assistance (5-0)
• Adopted ordinances amending Outdoor Festivals and Public Nuisances codes (5-0)