San Diego County public meetings in 2020

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting consisting solely of a closed session. The agenda lists one item: a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No public discussion items or other actions are listed on this agenda.

• Closed session to discuss litigation: Midway Venture LLC, et al. v. County of San Diego, et al. (Case No. 37-2020-00038194-CU-CR-CTL)

The Board of Supervisors met in closed session to address litigation regarding COVID-19 public health orders. The Board decided to appeal a trial court order that prevented the County and State from enforcing these orders against restaurants and two strip clubs.

• Directed County Counsel to appeal trial court order enjoining COVID-19 health order enforcement (5-0)
• Directed County Counsel to argue on appeal that indoor dining be prohibited while outdoor dining be permitted with safety protocols (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board is holding a public hearing to adopt amendments to Rule 40. This action would extend the deferral of permit renewal fees to help businesses recover from COVID-19 economic impacts. Fees normally due between July 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021, would instead be due by April 1, 2021.

• Public hearing to adopt amendments to Rule 40 (Permit and Other Fees)
• Proposed three-month extension of permit renewal fee deferrals
• Estimated $3.75 million in delayed cash flow for Fiscal Year 2020-21

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted amendments to Rule 40 to extend the deferral of permit renewal fees. Fees normally due between July 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021, are now due by April 1, 2021.

• Approved amendments to Rule 40 to defer permit renewal fees (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-191 (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Approved minutes from the November 18, 2020 meeting (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the Camp Lockett Master Plan and a rezoning of 400 acres. They will also consider an appeal regarding a major use permit for the proposed Liberty Charter High School project.

• Adoption of the Camp Lockett Master Plan and rezoning of 400 acres
• Appeal of the Liberty Charter High School Major Use Permit
• Ordinance to increase water efficiency in new residential developments
• Pilot program to waive certain building permit fees for renewable energy projects
• Acquisition of approximately 98 acres in Lakeside from Helix Water District

The Board of Supervisors approved a master plan and rezoning for the Camp Lockett property to allow civic and community uses. Other key actions included denying appeals for a charter high school permit and approving various infrastructure and park projects.

• Adopted Camp Lockett Master Plan and rezoned 400 acres (5-0)
• Denied appeals and sustained Major Use Permit for Liberty Charter High School (3-2)
• Approved $330,000 for Julian Town Square acquisition (5-0)
• Authorized $3.5M for Phase 1 of Sycuan/Sloane Canyon Trail Project (5-0)
• Approved $1.98M for CDBG pedestrian facility improvements (5-0)
• Authorized $33.6M for countywide asphalt concrete overlay and slurry seal (5-0)
• Approved $4.15M for Sweetwater Summit Regional Park Campground Expansion Phase II (5-0)
• Awarded $250,000 in COVID-19 recovery grants to 42 unincorporated businesses (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several public safety and health items, including a property tax exchange for the new San Diego County Fire Protection District. The meeting also includes updates on the COVID-19 response and various neighborhood reinvestment grant approvals.

• Property tax exchange for San Diego County Fire Protection District to set a 6% annual tax increment
• Resolution for $3,513,376 in State Homeland Security and Emergency Management grants
• Revenue agreement with San Diego Gas & Electric Company estimated at $5,086,620
• Law enforcement agreement with Grossmont Union High School District for six School Resource Officers
• Ordinance regarding tobacco product sales in unincorporated San Diego County

The Board of Supervisors established a tobacco retail licensing program and updated county code regarding tobacco sales in unincorporated areas. Other key actions included approving a property tax exchange for the San Diego County Fire Protection District and allocating various community grants.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10699 establishing a tobacco retail licensing program (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-184 setting a 6% annual tax increment for the San Diego County Fire Protection District (5-0)
• Approved $5.08M revenue agreement with San Diego Gas & Electric for radio communications (5-0)
• Ratified law enforcement agreement with Grossmont Union High School District for six SROs (4-1)
• Approved $2.1M sale of open space easement to Parking Authority of the City of National City (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-186 renaming the Santa Ysabel Nature Center and Bonita Civic Complex (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 first quarter budget adjustments, including $14.8M for Innovative Housing Trust Fund (5-0)
• Authorized $48,103.21 settlement for attorneys' fees in Voice of San Diego v. County of San Diego (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering an additional $20 million to assist businesses impacted by California's COVID-19 purple-tier restrictions. If approved, the funds will be distributed via the Small Business Stimulus Grant Program 2.0, with up to $4 million allocated per Supervisorial District.

• $20,000,000 appropriation for Small Business Stimulus Grant Program 2.0
• Grant distribution of up to $4 million per Supervisorial District
• Funding to be sourced from available prior year General Fund fund balance

The Board of Supervisors approved $20 million from the prior year General Fund balance to provide emergency assistance to businesses impacted by purple-tier COVID-19 restrictions. The program allows for up to $4 million per Supervisorial District, and the event industry was added as an eligible business.

• Approved $20 million for Small Business Stimulus Grant Program 2.0 (5-0)
• Authorized Chief Administrative Officer to execute grant agreements and disburse checks (5-0)
• Added event industry as an eligible business for stimulus grants (5-0)
• Directed prioritization of Federal or State stimulus funding to replace General Fund balance used for the program (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board is considering a Phase I proposal to implement early-action strategies in Barrio Logan, Logan Heights, Sherman Heights, and western National City. These actions aim to reduce pollution exposure in communities facing high diesel pollution and asthma rates. A comprehensive plan is expected to be completed within six months.

• Approval of a program to provide air purifiers and monitors to up to 1,000 residences
• $550,000 allocated for residential air purifiers and monitors from the General Fund
• Development of a plan to quantify cumulative health risks from air pollution
• Creation of a regionwide Public Participation Plan for community outreach
• Development of an Incident Response Plan for unplanned air pollution releases

The Air Pollution Control Board approved Phase I of the Community Emissions Reduction Plan for Portside Environmental Justice Neighborhoods. The plan includes providing air purifiers to 1,000 residences and developing health risk and incident response plans. A comprehensive Phase II proposal is expected in May 2021.

• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for October 27, 2020
• Approved Phase I early-action strategies for Portside community (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Authorized $550,000 from General Fund for residential air purifiers and monitors for up to 1,000 residences
• Authorized development of a plan to quantify cumulative health risks in Portside community
• Authorized development of a regionwide Public Participation Plan
• Authorized development of an Incident Response Plan for major unplanned air pollution releases
• Authorized identification of priority air quality projects for State incentive funding

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is considering several land use and environmental items, including new light pollution standards for Julian and Borrego Springs. They are also reviewing a rezoning request for an assisted living facility in Bonsall and a fee ordinance for water services in County Service Area 137.

• Adoption of light pollution ordinance creating 'Zone C' for Julian and Borrego Springs
• Bonsall Carefield Assisted Living Facility rezoning and site plan hearing
• Water rate and fee ordinance for County Service Area 137 (Live Oak Springs)
• Otay Ranch Resort Village 13 General Plan amendment and site plan hearing
• Construction contract for a modular building at San Ysidro Fire Station #29

The Board approved a large mixed-use community in Otay Ranch and adopted new light pollution standards for Julian and Borrego Springs. It also established water rates for the Live Oak Springs system and approved several land use and infrastructure projects.

• Approved Otay Ranch Resort Village 13 mixed-use project (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 10691 creating Zone C light pollution standards for Julian and Borrego Springs (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10693 establishing water service fees for CSA No. 137 Live Oak Springs (5-0)
• Approved Bonsall Carefield Assisted Living Facility rezone and site plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 10695 and 10696 regarding subdivision lien contracts and acreage reversion (5-0)
• Approved $9.9M for Phase 1 of Bradley Avenue Widening Project (5-0)
• Adopted Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan and related zoning amendments (5-0)
• Authorized $350,000 for modular building at San Ysidro Fire Station #29 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will hold a TRUTH Act community forum regarding ICE access to individuals. Other items include approving a $470,000 DNA grant for cold cases and discussing various public safety and health services.

• TRUTH Act community forum regarding ICE access to individuals
• Ratification of $470,000 DOJ grant for prosecuting cold cases using DNA
• Ratification of $181,000 in equipment donations for the Sheriff's Department
• $803,056 contract option for Black Mountain radio tower construction
• Update on the COVID-19 response and related authorizations

The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance increasing the independence and oversight authority of the Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board. Other key actions included approving various COVID-19 stimulus grants and waiving certain Sheriff's licensing fees.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10690 expanding CLERB's authority to investigate firearm discharges and certain uses of force without a citizen complaint (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M application for State ESG Coronavirus Round 2 grant funds (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-175 waiving certain Sheriff’s licensing fees during the health emergency (5-0)
• Authorized $14.5M in revenue bonds for La Maestra Family Clinic, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $470,000 DOJ grant for prosecuting cold cases using DNA (5-0)
• Authorized $803,056 for a new radio tower at the Black Mountain site (5-0)
• Approved $9.1M in funding from the Innovative Housing Trust Fund (5-0)
• Settled workers' compensation case Robinson Major v. County of San Diego for $264,857.20 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is considering an ordinance to create a new light pollution zone for Julian and Borrego Springs. Other items include retitling the Department of Environmental Health and discussing land use and water service matters.

• Introduction of ordinance to create 'Zone C' for light pollution in Julian and Borrego Springs
• Proposal to retitle the Department of Environmental Health to the Department of Environmental Health and Quality
• Public hearing regarding lien contracts for subdivision improvement agreements
• Acceptance of a donation from the Maria K. Grant Living Trust for Rancho Guajome Adobe
• Discussion of the North County Multiple Species Conservation Plan status review

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to pursue a revised regional conservation plan for North County. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading regarding light pollution, department retitling, and subdivision lien contracts. The Board also approved the formation of a new County Service Area for Valley Center parks.

• Directed pursuit of 'Option 5: Revised North County Plan' for species conservation (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to create 'Zone C' light pollution standards for Julian and Borrego Springs (5-0)
• Introduced ordinances to retitle Department of Environmental Health to Department of Environmental Health and Quality (5-0)
• Introduced ordinances regarding subdivision lien contracts and property reversion to acreage (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-172 to form County Service Area No. 138 for Valley Center Parks & Recreation (5-0)
• Accepted $15,908.14 donation from Maria K. Grant Living Trust for a windmill at Rancho Guajome Adobe Park (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance for water service fees for County Service Area 137 (Live Oak Springs) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-173 for Mapleview Street water quality project grant funding (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board is considering an extension of fee deferrals and waivers to support business stability during the COVID-19 health crisis. The proposal includes extending the deferral of APCD Permit Renewal Fees until March 31, 2021. This action is part of a broader set of recommendations to assist local businesses and the economy.

• Extension of APCD Permit Renewal Fee deferrals to March 31, 2021
• Proposed $21,386,647 delay in cash flows due to fee deferrals
• Extension of food facility health permit and plan check fee deferrals
• Extension of rent-deferral period and eviction moratorium for County-owned property
• Waiver of building permit and plan check fees for remodels

The Board approved a series of fee waivers and deferrals to support business stability during the COVID-19 crisis. This includes extending the deferral period for various permits and lease agreements through March 31, 2021.

• Approved extension of APCD Permit Renewal Fee deferrals to March 31, 2021
• Approved extension of health permit, plan check, and late fee deferrals for food facilities to March 31, 2021
• Approved extension of rent-deferral and eviction moratorium for County-owned commercial and residential property to March 31, 2021
• Approved continued waiver of building permit and plan check fees for remodels
• Approved extension of various AWM and DEH permit fee deferrals to March 31, 2021
• Approved waiver of Board Policy B-29 regarding cost recovery for services
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for October 14, 2020

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing capital projects paused due to the pandemic, approving a tobacco sales ordinance, and distributing small business stimulus grants. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 response and behavioral health funding.

• Approve 19 fully funded capital projects totaling $36,995,839 previously paused due to the pandemic.
• First reading of an ordinance regulating tobacco product sales in unincorporated San Diego County.
• Authorize a $53,768 agreement with the City of El Cajon for a Forensic Latent Print Examiner position.
• Distribute San Diego County Small Business Stimulus Program grants from the Federal CARES Act.
• Approve the Mental Health Services Act Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan for fiscal years 2020-21 through 2022-23.

The Board of Supervisors approved the implementation of 19 fully funded capital projects totaling $36,995,839 that had been paused due to the pandemic. They also extended fee waivers and deferrals for businesses and leases through March 31, 2021, and introduced a tobacco retail licensing ordinance for a second reading. Additionally, the Board authorized the refunding of certificates of participation for the County Administration Center and Cedar & Kettner developments.

• Approved implementation of 19 paused capital projects ($36,995,839) (4-1)
• Extended business fee deferrals and lease payment moratoriums to March 31, 2021 (5-0)
• Introduced tobacco retail licensing ordinance for second reading (3-2)
• Approved MHSA Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $9,693,670 HIV/AIDS grant funding (5-0)
• Authorized Request for Proposals for senior housing in Ramona (5-0)
• Approved refunding of Certificates of Participation for CAC Waterfront Park and Cedar & Kettner (5-0)
• Adopted 2021 Legislative Program (4-1)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is considering the $610,000 purchase of 76 acres for the Hellhole Canyon Preserve. They are also reviewing traffic ordinances for speed limits and road closures, and new 25-year lease agreements for Boys & Girls Clubs facilities.

• Purchase of 76 acres in Valley Center for $610,000 to expand Hellhole Canyon Preserve
• Ordinances to establish speed limits on Oak Drive and Valley Center Road
• 18-month extension of temporary highway closures in El Cajon, Lakeside, and Spring Valley
• 14,000 lb commercial vehicle weight restriction on Sandia Creek Road in Fallbrook
• 25-year lease agreements with Boys & Girls Clubs for Collier County Park and 4S Ranch Community Park

The Board of Supervisors authorized the $610,000 purchase of 76 acres for the Hellhole Canyon Preserve. It also adopted ordinances for new speed limits and vehicle weight restrictions on county roads and approved 25-year leases for Boys & Girls Clubs facilities.

• Approved purchase of 76 acres for Hellhole Canyon Preserve for $610,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10686 establishing/certifying speed limits on Oak Drive and Valley Center Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10687 establishing a 14,000 lb weight limit on Sandia Creek Road (5-0)
• Approved 25-year lease with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego for Collier County Park (5-0)
• Approved 25-year lease with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego for 4S Ranch Community Park (5-0)
• Authorized $690,000 settlement for attorneys' fees in Golden Door Properties, LLC v. County of San Diego (5-0)
• Authorized petitions for writ of mandate in cases A.H., A.C., and M.Y. v. Richard Fischer (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 30, 2020 meeting (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board is holding a public hearing to consider a plan to meet national ozone air quality standards. The proposal includes a demonstration of required control technologies for stationary sources and an environmental analysis. If approved, the plan will be sent to CARB and the EPA for final approval.

• Public hearing on the 2020 Plan for Attaining National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone
• Consideration of the 2020 Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) Demonstration
• Review of an Initial Study and Negative Declaration regarding environmental impacts
• Recommendation to submit existing District Rule 61.3.1 to the EPA

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted a plan and technology demonstration to help the county meet national ozone air quality standards. The board also certified an environmental negative declaration and authorized the submittal of an existing gasoline transfer rule to the EPA.

• Approved 2020 Plan for Attaining the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone and 2020 Reasonably Available Control Technology Demonstration (5-0)
• Certified the Negative Declaration for the 2020 ozone attainment plan (5-0)
• Authorized submittal of Rule 61.3.1 regarding gasoline transfer into stationary underground storage tanks to the EPA (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 30, 2020 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will receive an update on the COVID-19 response and the use of $387.8 million in CARES Act funds. Other items include a public hearing on housing development plans and the random selection of members for the Independent Redistricting Commission.

• Authorization of a $1.5 million annual contract with Palomar Health for crime victim services
• Public hearing for FY 2021-22 housing and community development grant programs
• Reallocation of $180,000 in HOPWA funds for roof repairs at Fraternity House
• Random drawing to select eight members of the Independent Redistricting Commission
• Establishment of $750,000 in appropriations to support the Redistricting Commission

The Board of Supervisors approved the reapportionment of $13.6 million in CARES Act funding for economic stimulus, rental assistance, and food banks. The Board also selected the first eight members of the Independent Redistricting Commission and approved various community grants.

• Approved $13.6M CARES Act reallocation for stimulus, rental aid, and food banks (5-0)
• Selected 8 members for the Independent Redistricting Commission via random drawing
• Appropriated $750,000 for Independent Redistricting Commission support
• Approved $1.5M annual contract with Palomar Health for crime victim services
• Approved $585,845 for HOPWA roof repairs and CDBG-DR multi-family housing
• Authorized $240,000 for a new emergency generator at Julian Fire Station
• Ratified $210,000 emergency contract for chiller repairs at HHSA Health Services Complex
• Approved $880,884.67 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants (District 3)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors will consider an appeal regarding the environmental determination for a proposed gas station and convenience store in the Hidden Meadows community. Additionally, the Board will review requests to vacate excess highway land in Julian and adopt several traffic advisory committee recommendations.

• Public hearing on the KA Shell Gas Station and Convenience Store environmental appeal
• Resolution to vacate 0.904 acres of Birdsell Road and Iron Springs Road in Julian
• Speed limit changes for Oak Drive in Lake Morena and Valley Center Road
• 18-month extensions for temporary highway closures in El Cajon, Lakeside, and Spring Valley
• 14,000 lb commercial vehicle weight restriction on Sandia Creek Road in Fallbrook

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Board is considering a proposal to reassign two existing staff members within the Air Pollution Control District. These modifications aim to support the development of the Community Emissions Reduction Plan and strengthen environmental justice initiatives.

• Proposed reassignment of one existing Deputy Director position
• Proposed reassignment of one existing Program Coordinator position
• Implementation of Assembly Bill 617 (Community Air Protection Program) requirements

The Air Pollution Control Board approved modifications to staffing assignments to support the development and implementation of the Community Emissions Reduction Plan (CERP). The action leverages two existing staff positions to focus on environmental justice and community engagement.

• Approved staffing modifications to support the Community Emissions Reduction Plan (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for August 5, 2020 and August 25, 2020 (5-0)

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board is considering an amended agreement regarding the Metropolitan Sewerage System and the Pure Water San Diego program. The agreement aims to define how costs for water reuse facilities are allocated between water and wastewater agencies. Approval would establish a $1.8 billion funding cap for wastewater enterprises and provide protections for wastewater ratepayers.

• Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement
• Establishment of a $1.8 billion total project funding cap
• Potential annual charge increases of up to 7% during Pure Water phase one construction (FY 2021-22 to FY 2024-25)
• Estimated Sanitation District cost limit of $90 million over 45 years

The San Diego County Sanitation District Board of Directors approved the Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement with the City of San Diego and other participating agencies in the Metropolitan Sewerage System. The agreement sets a $1.8 billion project funding cap for wastewater enterprises and limits the Sanitation District's maximum cost obligation to no more than 5% of total costs, or $90 million over 45 years. The board also approved the minutes of the August 5 and August 25, 2020 meetings. Both actions passed on consent with Directors Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, and Desmond voting in favor.

• Approved Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement with the City of San Diego and participating agencies (5-0, on consent)
• Found the agreement exempt from CEQA review under Section 15061(b)(3) (5-0, on consent)
• Approved minutes of the August 5 and August 25, 2020 meetings (5-0, on consent)

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing proposed amendments to the internal organization of the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)/Public Authority Advisory Committee. The changes involve updating membership numbers, term of office, and appointing authority. There is no fiscal impact associated with this recommendation.

• Approval of revised IHSS/Public Authority Advisory Committee by-laws
• Proposal to reduce committee membership from 11 to 9 members
• Proposal to move appointing authority to the Health and Human Services Agency Director
• Proposal to fill the Secretary role with County or IHSS Public Authority staff

The San Diego County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority approved revised by-laws for its Advisory Committee. The changes reduce the committee membership from 11 to 9 members and shift appointing authority to the Health and Human Services Agency Director. The action was taken on consent with no fiscal impact.

• Approved revised by-laws for IHSS/Public Authority Advisory Committee (Consent)
• Reduced Advisory Committee membership from 11 to 9 members
• Changed appointing authority from County Chief Administrative Officer to Health and Human Services Agency Director
• Approved minutes for July 7 and August 25, 2020 meetings

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on the COVID-19 pandemic response and the 2019 wildfire resilience review. Discussion items include various grant applications for victim services, law enforcement, and small business stimulus programs.

• Community forum regarding ICE access to individuals (TRUTH Act)
• Request for $1 million in Cal OES grant funds for County Victim Services
• Sheriff appropriations of $97,500 for ABC alcohol policing and $744,100 for STEP traffic enforcement
• Small Business Stimulus Program grants for Districts 1, 3, and 4
• COVID-19 pandemic response update and ratification of actions

The Board of Supervisors ratified actions taken by county officials to address the COVID-19 pandemic, including the use of $387.8 million in federal CARES Act funds. The board also approved significant grants for small business stimulus and neighborhood reinvestment, authorized new school district bonds, and directed staff to study on-site childcare options for county employees.

• Ratified COVID-19 emergency actions and $387.8M CARES Act spending (5-0)
• Approved $4.1M in Small Business Stimulus grants for District 3 (5-0)
• Authorized expansion of Business Recovery Loan Program to whole county (5-0)
• Approved $20.5M Grossmont Union High School District bonds (5-0)
• Approved $335M Palomar Community College District refunding bonds (5-0)
• Directed feasibility study for on-site childcare at County Operations Center (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2020-21 appropriation limit of approx. $6 billion (5-0)
• Directed County Counsel to file lawsuit against KONE, Inc. for elevator maintenance failures (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive an update regarding a special meeting held by the City of La Mesa concerning the County's Homekey Program application. Additionally, the Board will receive an update on discussions with the State of California regarding COVID-19 metrics used for the state's tiered system.

• Update on City of La Mesa City Council special meeting regarding Homekey Program application
• Update on discussions with the State of California regarding COVID-19 metrics

The Board voted to withdraw the County's joint application with Affirmed Housing Group, Inc. to the State of California Homekey Program. The Board also received an update on COVID-19 metrics and supported the Public Health Officer's efforts to revise state reopening criteria.

• Withdrew County of San Diego’s Homekey Program application (3-2)
• Received update on State of California COVID-19 metrics (4-1)
• Supported Public Health Officer Dr. Wilma Wooten’s efforts to revise state reopening criteria and metrics (4-1)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one case of anticipated litigation. No other discussion items are listed for the regular meeting.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors met on September 21, 2020, with all members attending by teleconference under a COVID-19 executive order. The only listed item was a closed session conference with legal counsel about initiating one case of anticipated litigation. County Counsel reported that the Board took no reportable actions, and the meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Closed session held on anticipated litigation (1 case); no reportable action taken

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will meet in a closed session to confer with legal counsel. This session involves the initiation of one case of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The Board of Supervisors met via teleconference for a regular meeting. The record indicates that no reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use items, including the potential purchase of park land in Chula Vista and Valley Center. They are also considering an ordinance to update speed limits on County-maintained roads based on Traffic Advisory Committee recommendations.

• Purchase of 2.75 acres for Otay Valley Regional Park staging area for $1,025,000
• Proposed acquisition of 76 acres in Valley Center for Hellhole Canyon Preserve
• Construction contracts for Four Gee Park development and Stelzer Park facilities
• Ordinance to certify and adjust speed limits in Lakeside and Borrego Springs
• New 20-year restaurant lease at Borrego Valley Airport

The Board authorized the purchase of 2.75 acres for Otay Valley Regional Park and set a hearing for a 76-acre acquisition in Valley Center. It approved construction contracts for Four Gee Park, Stelzer Park, and Lamar County Park. Additionally, the Board adopted an ordinance updating speed limits on several county-maintained roads.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10683 updating speed limits on Creekford Drive and Palm Canyon Drive (5-0)
• Approved $1,078,000 purchase of 2.75 acres for Otay Valley Regional Park (5-0)
• Set Oct. 14 hearing for $610,000 purchase of 76 acres for Hellhole Canyon Preserve (5-0)
• Authorized $1M construction contract for Four Gee Park development (5-0)
• Approved 20-year restaurant lease with Windswept Restaurants, Inc. at Borrego Valley Airport (5-0)
• Authorized $675,000 construction contract for Stelzer Park Ranger Station and Visitor Center (5-0)
• Authorized $177,000 construction contract for Lamar County Park Fitness Loop Connection (5-0)
• Allocated $500,000 to develop an acquisition plan for 98 acres from Helix Water District (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on the regional health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 response updates, housing program funding, and several fire authority donations.

• COVID-19 pandemic health impact presentation
• $100,000 donation from San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation for Intterra software
• $105,736 donation of digital wall map displays from San Diego Regional Fire Foundation
• $17,766 donation of 189 area map books from San Diego Regional Fire Foundation
• Homekey Program joint application resolution

The Board authorized the acceptance of approximately $20.1M in CDC funding for COVID-19 epidemiology and laboratory capacity. It also approved multiple small business stimulus grants and neighborhood reinvestment funds. Additionally, the Board set property tax rates for Fiscal Year 2020-21.

• Authorized acceptance of ~$20,177,680 in CDC funding for COVID-19 detection (5-0)
• Adopted property tax rates for Fiscal Year 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved joint application to the Homekey Program for homeless housing (3-2)
• Approved $212,565 for the Housing Navigators Program (5-0)
• Authorized $100,000 donation for Intterra GIS software (5-0)
• Approved fee waivers for property owners impacted by the Valley Fire (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Proposition 20 (4-1)
• Adopted resolution opposing Proposition 15 (4-1)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to ratify a local emergency proclamation issued on September 6, 2020, regarding the Valley Fire. The fire began south of Alpine in the unincorporated area, creating extreme peril to persons and property. The Board is asked to confirm the emergency status and find a need to continue it until no longer needed, subject to statutory review requirements.

• Ratification of Proclamation of Local Emergency regarding Valley Fire
• Finding of need to continue local emergency until no longer needed

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors held a special teleconference meeting on September 9, 2020. The Board ratified the Proclamation of Local Emergency issued September 6, 2020 by the County's Director of the Office of Emergency Services due to the Valley Fire south of Alpine, and found a need to continue the local emergency until no longer needed. The vote was unanimous, 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.

• Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency for Valley Fire issued Sept 6, 2020 (5-0)
• Found need to continue local emergency until no longer needed, subject to Government Code 8630 review (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to formally adopt the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budgets. This includes budgets for County Service Areas, Community Facilities Districts, and the County Family of Funds. The Board will also consider change requests to the Recommended Operational Plan.

• Adoption of $35,806,311 budget for County Service Areas, Community Facilities Districts, Maintenance Districts, and Permanent Road Divisions
• Adoption of $5,716,189,079 budget for the County Family of Funds
• Adoption of $41,699,026 budget for Enterprise Funds
• Adoption of $562,679,981 budget for Internal Service Funds

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the County of San Diego, totaling $6,551,873,359. This included the adoption of budgets for County Service Areas and various funds, along with several specific appropriation increases for COVID-19 relief, housing, and infrastructure.

• Adopted FY 2020-21 budget for County Service Areas and related districts (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2020-21 budget for County Family, Enterprise, and Internal Service Funds (5-0)
• Approved $24M for COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance and $1M for landlord/tenant services (5-0)
• Approved $7.1M for critical safety projects in the Road Fund (5-0)
• Approved $5.4M for Behavioral Health Services at new housing projects (5-0)
• Approved $2M for COVID-19 Income Replacement Fund (3-2)
• Approved $2.5M for county-wide translation services (3-2)
• Approved $2M for residential internet access in HHSA (4-1)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board will meet to deliberate on the fiscal year 2020-21 budget. The proposed action includes adopting a resolution to provide spending authority for the district.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the Air Pollution Control District
• Proposed spending authority of $79,553,984 for the district

The Board adopted the budget for the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2020. This included the approval of a Chief Administrative Officer's Change Letter and a specific appropriation for residential air quality efforts.

• Adopted the Chief Administrative Officer’s Change Letter submitted August 19, 2020 (5-0)
• Established $550,000 in appropriations for residential air quality monitoring, air purifiers and data analysis (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-141 to approve the FY 2020-21 budget with spending authority of $80,103,984 (5-0)

FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to adopt the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the San Diego County Flood Control District. The proposed budget provides spending authority for all districts.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the San Diego County Flood Control District
• Proposed spending authority of $8,976,667

The Board of Directors adopted the budget for the San Diego County Flood Control District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020. This action provides spending authority of $8,976,667.

• Adopted the Chief Administrative Officer’s Change Letter submitted August 19, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-142 to approve the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget (5-0)

REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY

The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to adopt the budget for the County of San Diego Successor Agency. This action would provide the agency with spending authority for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the County Successor Agency
• Proposed spending authority of $7,807,156

The Board of Directors approved the budget for the County Successor Agency for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2020. The approved budget provides spending authority of $7,807,156.

• Adopted the Chief Administrative Officer’s Change Letter dated August 19, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-144 to approve the FY 2020-21 budget (5-0)

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a resolution to adopt the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the San Diego County Sanitation District. The proposed budget provides spending authority for the district's operations.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget for the San Diego County Sanitation District
• Proposed spending authority of $42,268,155

The Board of Directors approved the budget for the San Diego County Sanitation District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020. The approved budget provides spending authority of $42,268,155.

• Adopted the Chief Administrative Officer’s Change Letter submitted August 19, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-145 to approve the FY 2020-21 budget (5-0)

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The Board of Supervisors will consider the adoption of the final Fiscal Year 2020-21 administrative budget for the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority. This budget provides spending authority for programs that assist low-income, aged, blind, and disabled individuals with in-home care.

• Adoption of the $34,631,945 Fiscal Year 2020-21 administrative budget

The Board of Supervisors adopted the final administrative budget for the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority for Fiscal Year 2020-21. The resolution provides spending authority of $34,631,945 to support in-home care for low-income, aged, blind, and disabled residents. The meeting was conducted via teleconference due to pandemic restrictions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 20-143 approving $34,631,945 FY 2020-21 budget (5-0 vote)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation regarding the Chief Administrative Officer’s Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-21 and 2021-22. This hearing involves multiple districts, including the Air Pollution Control District and the Flood Control District. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding public employment for County Counsel.

• Public hearing: Chief Administrative Officer’s Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-21 & 2021-22
• Closed session: Public employment regarding County Counsel

The Board of Supervisors convened to receive oral public testimony regarding the Chief Administrative Officer’s Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-21 & 2021-22. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session. The oral testimony portion of the budget hearings recessed at 8:52 p.m.

• Received oral public testimony regarding the Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal years 2020-21 & 2021-22
• Took no reportable actions in Closed Session regarding County Counsel
• Referred public comments regarding cool zones for seniors and the blind to the Chief Administrative Officer

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is beginning budget hearings regarding the Chief Administrative Officer’s recommended operational plan for fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22. The presentation covers multiple districts, including the Air Pollution Control District and the Flood Control District. Hearings are scheduled to continue through August 19.

• Public hearing for the Chief Administrative Officer’s Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-21 & 2021-22
• Budget presentation for Air Pollution Control District
• Budget presentation for Flood Control District
• Budget presentation for In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority
• Budget presentation for Sanitation District and County Successor Agency

The Board of Supervisors received a presentation from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the Recommended Operational Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-21 and 2021-22. The presentation covered several districts, including the Air Pollution Control, Flood Control, and Sanitation districts.

• Received presentation on Recommended Operational Plan for FY 2020-21 & 2021-22

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors will consider lifting restrictions on new sewer connections in the Julian service area due to increased plant capacity. They will also discuss authorizing a multi-agency agreement to investigate human fecal bacteria sources in the San Diego River watershed.

• Rescind Board Policy I-113 to allow new sewer connections in the Julian service area
• Amend ordinances to allow shared sewer laterals under specific conditions
• Authorize a contract with Southern California Coastal Water Research Project to study bacteria in the San Diego River watershed
• Transfer $162,740 from the Sanitation District to cover a share of the water quality study costs
• Execute a cost-share agreement with multiple agencies for a $5,195,440 water quality project

The Board adopted ordinances to remove limits on new sewer connections in the Julian service area and allow shared sewer laterals under specific conditions. The Board also authorized a cost-share agreement to study human fecal bacteria in the San Diego River watershed.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10681 and 10682 to lift Julian sewer restrictions and revise lateral requirements (5-0)
• Approved $162,740 transfer for the San Diego River watershed bacteria study (5-0)
• Authorized execution of a multi-agency cost-share agreement for water quality studies (5-0)
• Approved minutes for July 7 and July 8, 2020 (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Board is considering an agreement to formalize the fiscal and operational relationship between the County of San Diego and the Air Pollution Control District. This action is required due to state law (AB 423) which changes the District's governance structure effective March 1, 2021.

• Services and costs agreement between the Air Pollution Control District and the County of San Diego
• $1,223,681 in costs for Fiscal Year 2020-21
• Funding via Air Pollution Control District Fund available prior year fund balance

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control Board approved a services and costs agreement between the Air Pollution Control District and the County of San Diego, authorizing the Interim Air Pollution Control Officer to execute it and any future amendments before March 1, 2021. The agreement formalizes the fiscal and operational relationship ahead of a governance change under AB 423, which takes effect March 1, 2021. The board also approved the minutes of its July 8, 2020 meeting on consent. No public speakers were recorded.

• Approved services and costs agreement between the Air Pollution Control District and County of San Diego (5-0)
• Authorized Interim Air Pollution Control Officer to execute the agreement and future amendments before March 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved July 8, 2020 Statement of Proceedings/Minutes on consent (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board is considering several land use and environmental items, including street lighting and landscape maintenance district levies. They are also reviewing ordinance amendments to streamline hazardous materials business processes and discussing various regional land and resource management projects.

• Public hearing for Yalda open space vacation in Valle de Oro
• Confirmation of FY 2020-21 levies for Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance Districts
• Ordinance adoption for hazardous materials program business streamlining
• Resolution to vacate portions of North Centre City Parkway in Escondido
• Aviation lease amendments for Borrego Valley Airport

The Board approved fee waivers for places of worship and fitness businesses to use reservable public park areas due to COVID-19 closures. Other actions included updating hazardous materials fees, adjusting airport leases, and initiating a water quality study for the San Diego River.

• Approved waiver of park reservation permit fees for houses of worship and gyms (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10680 to streamline hazardous materials business processes and fees (5-0)
• Approved $5.2M multi-agency cost-share agreement to study fecal bacteria in San Diego River (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-131 to vacate Yalda Open Space easement (5-0)
• Confirmed FY 2020-21 levies for Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance Districts (5-0)
• Approved organic herbicide pilot projects for County property with $60,000 appropriation (5-0)
• Approved aviation lease amendments for Borrego Valley Airport (5-0)
• Rescinded Hoskings Ranch tentative map and Williamson Act contract amendment (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the allocation of $48.8 million in CARES Act funding for childcare, food services, and K-12 school testing. Members will also receive updates on COVID-19 response costs and the Sheriff's request to solicit medical and mental health service providers for the jail system.

• Allocation of $48.8 million in CARES Act funding for childcare, food services, and K-12 school T3 strategies
• Sheriff's Department request to issue a competitive solicitation for jail medical and mental health services
• Public hearing for $110,000,000 revenue obligations for Casa De Las Campanas, Inc.
• Public hearing for $65,000,000 revenue bonds for Point Loma Nazarene University
• Public hearing for $35,000,000 revenue bonds for the Zoological Society of San Diego

The Board approved the allocation of $48.8 million in CARES Act funding to support childcare providers, food services, and K-12 school testing strategies. Other key actions included authorizing a new crisis stabilization unit at Paradise Valley Hospital and approving several school district bond issuances.

• Allocated $25M for childcare providers, $18.8M for food services, and $5M for K-12 school T3 strategies (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to issue RFI for jail medical/mental health services, with CAO to evaluate HHSA administration feasibility (4-1)
• Approved single source contract for crisis stabilization services at Paradise Valley Hospital (4-1)
• Authorized $4.6M CARES Act Supplemental Community Services Block Grant (5-0)
• Approved $11.7M revenue obligations for Horizon Christian Fellowship Rancho Santa Fe (5-0)
• Approved $110M revenue obligations for Casa de las Campanas, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $35M revenue bonds for Zoological Society of San Diego (5-0)
• Approved $65M revenue bonds for Point Loma Nazarene University (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board is reviewing several administrative items, including speed limit changes and tax amendments for the Meadowood Community Facilities District. They are also holding public hearings to confirm annual levies for road, stormwater, and service area maintenance.

• Reduction of speed limits on Greenfield Drive and Mount Helix Drive
• Amendment to Meadowood CFD No. 2019-01 special tax rates
• Confirmation of FY 2020-21 levies for Permanent Road Division Zones
• Approval of fees for San Diego County Sanitation District and Campo Water Maintenance District
• Proposed rate increases for PRD Zones 117, 133, 101A, 99, and 1014

The Board adopted an ordinance adjusting speed limits on several county-maintained roads and confirmed various property tax levies for special districts. It also approved a $1.5M sewer project and amended the Meadowood Community Facilities District. Several items, including hazardous materials fee changes and open space vacations, were scheduled for future hearings.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10678 adjusting speed limits on Greenfield Drive, Mount Helix Drive, and Wieghorst Way (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10679 amending the Meadowood Community Facilities District No. 2019-01 (5-0)
• Confirmed FY 2020-21 levies for Permanent Road Division Zones, County Service Areas, and Stormwater Maintenance Zones (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 water and sewer service charges for the tax roll (5-0)
• Authorized $1.5M construction contract for Spring Valley Outfall Sewer Diversion and Meter Abandonment Project (5-0)
• Rescinded Board Policy I-113 to lift sewer connection restrictions in the Julian service area (5-0)
• Settled excessive use of force case (Estate of Mark Adkins) for $185,000 (5-0)
• Settled claim against AT&T for $250,000 regarding storm drain costs (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board is holding public hearings to discuss and potentially adopt several rule changes regarding boilers, steam generators, and stationary engines. These updates aim to reduce ozone-forming emissions to help the San Diego region meet air quality standards.

• Amendments to Rule 69.2.1 regarding small boilers, process heaters, and steam generators
• Adoption of new Rule 69.2.2 for medium boilers, process heaters, and steam generators
• Expected $633,000 in revenue from new permit and registration fees for medium boilers
• Amendments to Rule 69.4.1 and repeal of Rule 69.4 regarding stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines
• Discussion of Rule 1210 amendments concerning toxic air contaminant public health risks

The Board approved updated emission limits for small and medium boilers, process heaters, and steam generators. It also updated regulations for stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines and extended the deadline for toxic air contaminant rule amendments.

• Approved amendments to Rule 69.2.1 for small boilers, process heaters, steam generators, and large water heaters (5-0)
• Adopted new Rule 69.2.2 for medium boilers, process heaters, and steam generators, and related amendments to Rules 11 and 12 (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Rule 69.4.1 and repealed Rule 69.4 regarding stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines (5-0)
• Approved 18-month extension to October 2021 for analysis and proposed amendments to Rule 1210 (5-0)
• Directed District to provide progress reports every six months on Rule 1210 development (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for June 23 and June 24, 2020 (5-0)

FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

The Flood Control District is considering the adoption of assessment rates for 47 Permanent Road Division Zones, 21 County Service Areas, and three Stormwater Maintenance Zones. These levies are collected via property tax bills to fund services such as road maintenance, landscaping, and emergency medical services. If the proposed rates are not approved, the district would use previous fiscal year rates, which may result in reduced service levels.

• Public hearing for FY 2020-21 levies for PRD Zones, CSAs, and SMZs
• Proposed rate increase for PRD 101A - Hi Ridge Road from $41 to $200 per benefit unit
• Proposed rate increase for PRD 1014 - Lavender Point from $280 to $475 per benefit unit
• Proposed rate increase for CSA 17 - San Dieguito and CSA 69 - Heartland for emergency medical services
• Proposed rate increases for landscaping CSAs 26A (Cottonwood Village) and 26B (Monte Vista Village)

The Board of Directors adopted assessments and confirmed reports for levies to be collected on the tax roll for Fiscal Year 2020-21. This action specifically applies to three Stormwater Maintenance Zones. The board also approved the minutes from the April 21, 2020, meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 20-121 confirming FY 2020-21 levies for Stormwater Maintenance Zones 3-4978-1 Blackwolf, 4-4249-3 Lake Rancho Viejo, and 3-5142-1 Ponderosa (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for the April 21, 2020 meeting (5-0)

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board is considering approving sewer and water service charges for the 2020-21 tax roll. They are also discussing amendments to lift restrictions on new sewer connections in the Julian service area and revising sewer lateral requirements.

• Public hearing for FY 2020-21 sewer and water service charges
• Proposed sewer service charge increase of $13.61 for single-family residential customers
• Proposed rescission of Board Policy I-113 regarding Julian sewer connections
• Proposed amendments to allow shared sewer laterals under specific conditions
• Introduction of ordinances to amend Sanitation District use and fee provisions

The Board approved resolutions to collect previously approved sewer and water service charges on the FY 2020-21 tax roll, resulting in a $13.61 annual increase for single-family residential sewer customers. The Board also introduced ordinances to rescind Board Policy I-113, which will lift restrictions on new sewer connections in the Julian service area following an increase in the local treatment plant's permitted discharge rate. These ordinance changes require a second reading and adoption at a future meeting on August 5, 2020.

• Approved Resolution No. 20-122 authorizing FY 2020-21 sewer service charges on tax roll (Consent)
• Introduced ordinances to rescind Board Policy I-113 and amend sewer connection rules for Julian (Consent)
• Approved introduction of Use Ordinance and Fee Ordinance amendments for second reading on Aug 5 (Consent)
• Approved minutes for May 20, 2020 meeting (Consent)
• Closed session held with no reportable actions taken

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The Governing Body is reviewing the recommended Fiscal Year 2020-21 administrative budget for the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority. The proposal includes setting August 10, 2020, for public hearings and approving a revised employment agreement for Executive Director Vickie L. Molzen.

• Proposed $34,631,945 administrative budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21
• Setting August 10, 2020, to begin required public hearings
• Revised employment agreement for Executive Director Vickie L. Molzen
• Budget increase of 10.7% from the previous fiscal year to cover health benefits and EVV system implementation

The San Diego County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority approved its recommended Fiscal Year 2020-21 administrative budget of $34,631,945 and set August 10, 2020 to begin the legally required public hearings. It also approved a revised FY2020-21 employment agreement with Executive Director Vickie L. Molzen, effective July 3, 2020, which the minutes state increases costs and revenues by $2,620. Both items passed on consent with all five supervisors recorded in support. The minutes also approved the prior meeting minutes for April 21 and June 23, 2020.

• Approved FY2020-21 IHSS Public Authority administrative budget of $34,631,945 (5-0, consent)
• Set August 10, 2020 to begin required public hearings on the budget (5-0, consent)
• Approved revised FY2020-21 employment agreement with Executive Director Vickie L. Molzen, effective July 3, 2020 (5-0, consent)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for April 21, 2020 and June 23, 2020 (5-0)

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel. This session concerns one potential case involving anticipated litigation.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation (1 potential case)

The Board of Directors held a regular meeting via teleconference. No substantive actions were taken, as closed session matters were continued to the following day.

• Closed session matters continued to July 8, 2020
• Public comment regarding a Fallbrook park and ride lot referred to the Chief Administrative Officer

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering the formation of a new San Diego County Fire Protection District to separate fire services from radio communications. They are also reviewing a $3.3 million state funding request for a felony mental health diversion program and receiving updates on the COVID-19 pandemic response.

• Formation of a new San Diego County Fire Protection District
• Authorization of up to $3,328,000 for a Pre-Trial Felony Mental Health Diversion Program
• Agreement with City of Escondido for $107,508 annual funding for a Latent Print Specialist
• Affordable housing development agreement at 5255 Mount Etna Drive
• San Diego County Small Business Stimulus Program via CARES Act

The Board of Supervisors approved the reorganization of fire and emergency medical services by initiating the formation of a new dependent fire protection district. Other key actions included authorizing a small business stimulus program and establishing new affordable housing grants.

• Approved formation of San Diego County Fire Protection District (5-0)
• Authorized $17.14M for Small Business Stimulus Program (4-0)
• Approved $3.328M contract for Pre-Trial Felony Mental Health Diversion Program (5-0)
• Authorized applications for PLHA and LHTF housing grants, including a $5M initial deposit (5-0)
• Approved affordable housing development agreement for 5255 Mount Etna Drive (5-0)
• Authorized $107,508 annual funding for Escondido Police Latent Print Specialist (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants (5-0)
• Authorized $3.5M purchase threshold increase for electronic poll books (5-0)

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Board of Commissioners and Board of Supervisors are reviewing the Fiscal Year 2020-21 recommended budget for the Housing Authority. The proposal includes an amended agreement between the County and the Authority, as well as a five-year capital fund program plan for public housing.

• Approval of $178,248,841 Fiscal Year 2020-21 recommended budget
• Approval of the Public Housing 5-Year Capital Fund Program Plan (2020-2024)
• Amendment to the agreement between the County of San Diego and the Housing Authority
• Authorization for the Executive Director to accept funding, goods, or services from the County

The San Diego County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21, establishing $178,248,841 in appropriations. The board adopted Resolution No. 20-087, approved the Public Housing Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan for 2020-2024, and authorized an amended agreement for county services. Commissioners also approved the previous meeting minutes from April 7, 2020.

• Approved FY 2020-21 budget establishing $178,248,841 in appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-087 approving the annual budget and accepting county funds/services (7-0)
• Approved the Public Housing Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan for 2020-2024 (7-0)
• Approved amended county service agreement empowering the County to perform services for the Authority (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of April 7, 2020 (7-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is considering an ordinance to reduce outdoor water use for landscaping and reviewing a special tax amendment for the Meadowood Community Facilities District. Other items include public hearings for the Lilac Hills Ranch and Anza Street Townhomes projects, and approval of the FY 2020-21 Housing Authority budget.

• Ordinance to reduce residential outdoor water use by 24% and non-residential by 7%
• Meadowood CFD special tax amendment affecting up to 844 residential homes
• Public hearing for Lilac Hills Ranch General Plan amendment and reclassification
• Public hearing for 39-unit Anza Street Townhomes rezone in Lakeside
• Approval of FY 2020-21 Housing Authority recommended budget

The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance requiring water use reductions for landscaping to meet Climate Action Plan goals. It denied a general plan amendment and zoning reclassification for Lilac Hills Ranch and approved a 39-unit townhome project in Lakeside.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10675 requiring 24% water reduction for residential and 7% for non-residential landscapes (5-0)
• Denied Lilac Hills Ranch general plan amendment, zoning reclassification, and site plan (4-1)
• Approved Anza Street Townhomes rezone and Tentative Map No. 5628 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 Vector Control benefit assessments and service charges (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-082 establishing VMT significance thresholds for the Transportation Study Guide (4-1)
• Approved $178.2M FY 2020-21 budget for the Housing Authority of the County of San Diego
• Approved phased rent increases for 16 aviation leases at Gillespie Field (5-0)
• Approved 25-year lease with Boy Scouts of America for campground at Otay Lakes County Park (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control Board is holding a public hearing to adopt amendments to Rule 40. This action implements a directive from May 5, 2020, to defer permit renewal fees due between July 1 and December 31, 2020, until December 31, 2020. The deferral is intended to help businesses recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also expects to approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Adopt amendments to Rule 40 to defer permit renewal fees due July 1–Dec 31, 2020 until Dec 31, 2020
• Estimated $2.5 million in delayed cash flow for Fiscal Year 2020-21
• Public hearing on the fee deferral implementation
• Approval of minutes for April 21, May 5, and June 2, 2020 meetings

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted amendments to Rule 40 to defer permit renewal fees normally due between July 1 and December 31, 2020. This action was intended to assist businesses recovering from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved minutes for April 21, May 5, and June 2, 2020 (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-086 to defer permit renewal fees via Rule 40 amendments (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing updates to the COVID-19 pandemic response and authorizing the acceptance of CARES Act funds for housing and community programs. The agenda also includes various public hearings regarding land acquisition, bond issuances, and local grants.

• Acceptance of $13,619,986 in CARES Act and state grant funds for housing programs
• Public hearing for acquisition of 7.86 acres of land for Ramona Intergenerational Community Campus
• Issuance of revenue bonds up to $50,000,000 for Mercy Housing California 88 L.P.
• Ratification of a $226,650 grant application for sexual assault evidence submission
• Resolution for a $330,000 annual contract for victim funeral and relocation funds

The Board created an Office of Equity and Racial Justice and directed the CAO to implement non-law enforcement Mobile Crisis Response Teams. It also expanded the authority of the Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board (CLERB) to investigate certain use-of-force incidents without a citizen complaint. Additionally, the Board approved various COVID-19 response appropriations and community grants.

• Established Office of Equity and Racial Justice (5-0)
• Directed implementation of countywide Mobile Crisis Response Teams (5-0)
• Expanded CLERB authority to investigate weapon discharge and great bodily injury (4-0, Cox absent)
• Appropriated $30M for COVID-19 emergency response (4-1)
• Approved $2.1M land acquisition for Ramona Intergenerational Community Campus (5-0)
• Approved $50M revenue bond issuance for Mercy Housing low-income senior housing (5-0)
• Authorized $265,000 cost-sharing agreement to reopen regional lakes (5-0)
• Approved various Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants across five districts (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Board is considering an agreement to formalize the fiscal and operational relationship between the Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and the County. This action follows state law AB 423, which changes the APCD governance structure effective March 1, 2021. The agreement addresses how services and costs will be managed between the two entities during this transition.

• Services and costs agreement between the APCD and the County of San Diego
• $1,223,681 in costs for Fiscal Year 2020-21 related to County department services
• Authorization for the Interim Air Pollution Control Officer to execute the agreement

The board met via teleconference and had one item on the agenda. The proposed services and costs agreement between the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District and the County of San Diego was withdrawn.

• Withdrew services and costs agreement at the request of the Chief Administrative Officer

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the In-Home Supportive Services Executive Director. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for In-Home Supportive Services Executive Director

The Board of Supervisors met via teleconference. The meeting included a closed session regarding a public employee performance evaluation, but no reportable actions were taken.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a project amendment for Otay Ranch Village 14 and Planning Areas 16/19. They are also considering the County's participation in the Borrego Valley groundwater management and an ordinance to update landscaping water conservation rules.

• Otay Ranch Village 14 project amendment to increase residential units by 147 and open space by 311.8 acres
• Proposed participation in the Borrego Valley Groundwater Basin Watermaster Board via an Advisory Committee
• Ordinance amendment to reduce outdoor water use for residential landscapes by 24%
• Ordinance amendment requiring two trees planted for every new single-family residential unit

The Board approved a project amendment for Otay Ranch Village 14 that increases residential units while expanding open space. The Board also appointed a representative to the Borrego Valley Groundwater Basin Watermaster Board and introduced a water conservation ordinance.

• Approved Otay Ranch Village 14 amendment to increase residential units to 1,266 and open space to 961.7 acres (4-1)
• Appointed County Water Resource Manager to the Watermaster Board for the Borrego Valley Groundwater Basin (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending water conservation in landscaping for further adoption on June 24, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for May 20, 2020 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering the formation of a new dependent fire protection district to reorganize emergency services. They will also receive an update on the COVID-19 pandemic response and discuss various public safety and health initiatives.

• Proposed formation of a new San Diego County Fire Protection District
• COVID-19 pandemic response update and authorization of necessary actions
• District Attorney grant applications totaling approximately $13,175,964
• Establishment of the Housing Our Youth Pilot Program
• Assessment ballot election for Kalbaugh/Haley/Toub streets in Ramona

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a range of items on June 2, 2020, including ratifying emergency actions taken in response to COVID-19, extending a moratorium on residential and commercial evictions through June 30, 2020, and adopting a resolution of intention to reorganize County Service Area No. 135 and form a dependent fire protection district. The Board also approved a $13.2 million grant application for insurance fraud programs, accepted grants for tuberculosis and refugee health services, and allocated over $700,000 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants. In closed session, the Board authorized an appeal in the Sierra Club v. County of San Diego case and authorized a lawsuit to recover costs for damage to County property.

• Ratified all actions taken by County officials in response to the COVID-19 local emergency (5-0)
• Extended the county's eviction moratorium for renters and small businesses through June 30, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted a resolution of intention to form a new dependent fire protection district and divest fire services from CSA No. 135 (5-0)
• Authorized the District Attorney to apply for and accept $13,175,964 in insurance fraud program grants (5-0)
• Established the Housing Our Youth pilot program using state Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention grant funds (5-0)
• Approved the conveyance of the former Julian-Cuyamaca Fire Station #57 to the Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District (5-0)
• Adopted an ordinance eliminating juvenile justice fees and ceasing collection of outstanding debt (5-0)
• Authorized County Counsel to appeal a Superior Court decision on two housing projects (3-1, 1 abstention)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Air Pollution Control Board will hold a closed session regarding a public employee appointment. The Board is considering the appointment of an interim Air Pollution Control Officer.

• Closed session: Public employee appointment for Interim Air Pollution Control Officer

The Air Pollution Control Board met via teleconference and appointed an Acting Director for the Air Pollution Control District during a closed session.

• Appointed Robert Reider Acting Director of the Air Pollution Control District (4-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors will consider recommendations from the Traffic Advisory Committee regarding road safety. This includes a proposal to reduce a speed limit on Monte Vista Drive and a request for new traffic signals at a Fairbanks Ranch intersection.

• Proposed speed limit reduction from 45 MPH to 40 MPH on Monte Vista Drive from Vista City Limit to Buena Creek Road
• Recommendation to deny an all-way stop or traffic signal at Rancho Santa Fe Farms Road and Rancho Santa Fe Lakes Drive
• Certification of radar use for speed enforcement on Monte Vista Drive
• Annual report of the County-maintained road system

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 10670 (N.S.) reducing the posted speed limit on Monte Vista Drive in Vista from 45 MPH to 40 MPH and certifying it for radar enforcement. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 20-055 transmitting the annual report on the county's maintained roads to Caltrans, and approved the minutes of the May 6, 2020 meeting. In closed session, the Board authorized County Counsel to accept $50,000 to settle a lawsuit involving an automobile accident between George Robert Sims and a Deputy Sheriff. Public comments on non-agenda items were received electronically and referred to the Chief Administrative Officer.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10670 (N.S.) reducing Monte Vista Drive speed limit from 45 MPH to 40 MPH and certifying it for radar enforcement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-055 transmitting the 2020 annual report on county-maintained roads to Caltrans (5-0)
• Approved the Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for the May 6, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized County Counsel to accept $50,000 to settle County of San Diego v. George Robert Sims (5-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Heard public comments on non-agenda items and referred them to the Chief Administrative Officer

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors is considering an agreement for the East County Advanced Water Purification program. This regional project aims to treat over 15 million gallons of wastewater per day to produce purified drinking water. The agreement would commit the Sanitation District to long-term service contracts and potential cost-sharing.

• East County Advanced Water Purification Wastewater Service Agreement
• Estimated project design and construction costs exceeding $530 million
• Sanitation District maximum cost obligation of up to $12.2 million if project is terminated
• Sanitation District assigned 28.9% of overall wastewater treatment capacity rights

The Board authorized the East County Advanced Water Purification (ECAWP) Wastewater Service Agreement. This agreement commits the Sanitation District to a regional water reuse project designed to treat over 15 million gallons of wastewater per day. The project aims to reduce reliance on imported water and the Metro Wastewater System.

• Approved East County Advanced Water Purification Wastewater Service Agreement (5-0)
• Found the ECAWP project exempt from California Environmental Quality Act review (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for April 21, 2020 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing COVID-19 response actions and CARES Act funding allocations. Discussions include homelessness solutions for unincorporated areas and various public safety grant appropriations.

• Proposed increase of fire mitigation fee ceiling from 58 to 75 cents per square foot
• Establishment of $67,840 for domestic cannabis eradication/suppression program
• Establishment of $2,051,032 for Homeland Security Grant Program (UASI)
• Establishment of $80,701 for Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation program
• Authorization to expand hotel and motel voucher and local rental subsidy programs

The Board approved a comprehensive plan for its $334 million CARES Act allocation, including $175 million for the County's COVID-19 response, $100 million for testing and tracing, and $25 million for 17 local cities that did not receive federal relief funds directly. It also adopted an urgency ordinance expanding emergency shelter uses in unincorporated areas and eliminated juvenile justice fees retroactive to February 14, 2020. A motion to temporarily replace Neighborhood Reinvestment Program rules with Community Enhancement Program rules failed 2-3.

• Approved comprehensive CARES Act plan: $175M County response, $100M test/trace/treat, $25M to 17 cities, $17M economic stimulus, $15M behavioral health telehealth, $2M child welfare (4-1, Desmond no)
• Adopted urgency ordinance expanding emergency shelter use classification in unincorporated areas (5-0)
• Adopted urgency ordinance eliminating juvenile delinquency fees, retroactive to Feb 14, 2020 (5-0)
• Supported Stage 3 business reopening pilot request to State (4-1, Fletcher no)
• Established $67,840 appropriations for DEA Domestic Cannabis Eradication/Suppression Program (5-0)
• Established $2,051,032 appropriations for Homeland Security Grant UASI and $80,701 for Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (5-0)
• Accepted $53,444 donation of 35 dog kennels from San Diego Honorary Deputy Sheriff's Association (5-0)
• Motion to suspend Neighborhood Reinvestment Program rules and replace with Community Enhancement Program rules failed (2-3)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will meet in a closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. The session includes conferences with legal counsel regarding specific lawsuits in the United States District Court for the Southern District.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Abiding Place Ministries v. Gavin Newsom, et al.
• Conference with legal counsel regarding South Bay United Pentecostal Church, et al. v. Gavin Newsom, et al.
• Conference with legal counsel regarding JD Bols v. Gavin Newsom, et al.
• Discussion of one case of anticipated litigation

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on May 13, 2020, with all members attending via teleconference under Governor Newsom's COVID-19 executive order. The only substantive item was a closed session covering three existing lawsuits against Governor Newsom and one anticipated litigation matter. County Counsel reported that the Board took no reportable actions in closed session, and the meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

• Closed session held on three existing lawsuits (Abiding Place Ministries v. Newsom, South Bay United Pentecostal Church v. Newsom, JD Bols v. Newsom) and one anticipated litigation matter; no reportable actions taken

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use and infrastructure items. These include a request to vacate an open space easement for the San Pasqual Canal, proposed changes to the Meadowood Community Facilities District tax rate, and a construction contract for the Sweetwater Road Pathway Improvement Project.

• Public hearing for vacation of 0.13 acre biological open space easement in Valley Center
• Proposed speed limit reduction from 45 MPH to 40 MPH on Monte Vista Drive in Vista
• Resolution to amend Meadowood Community Facilities District special tax rates and boundaries
• Construction contract for Sweetwater Road Pathway Improvement Project estimated at $320,000
• Recommendation against installing a traffic signal at Rancho Santa Fe Farms Road and Lakes Drive

The Board of Supervisors approved a $439,615 construction project for the Sweetwater Road Pathway, reduced a speed limit on Monte Vista Drive, and vacated a biological open space easement for a canal undergrounding. They also initiated proceedings to amend tax rates for the Meadowood Community Facilities District and authorized legal actions in closed session.

• Approved Sweetwater Road Pathway Improvement Project ($439,615 total)
• Vacated biological open space easement for San Pasqual Canal undergrounding
• Introduced ordinance to reduce Monte Vista Drive speed limit to 40 MPH
• Adopted resolution to consider changes to Meadowood CFD tax rates
• Authorized settlement of David Torres v. County of San Diego for $55,000
• Authorized appeal in BNSF Railway Company v. County of San Diego

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the COVID-19 pandemic response and authorizing various health and human services funding. Items include extending behavioral health contracts and accepting revenue for older adult services. The Board will also hold public hearings regarding large-scale revenue obligations for housing projects.

• COVID-19 response update and authorization of emergency actions
• Acceptance of $20,985,783 in revenue for older adult and disability services
• Extension of behavioral health services contracts totaling $78,100,000
• Public hearing for $85,000,000 in bonds for M@College student housing at 5030 College Avenue
• Public hearing for $38,000,000 in housing revenue obligations for Fairfield Park Crest L.P.

The Board adopted the Reopen San Diego Business Safety Framework and approved various fee waivers and deferrals to support businesses during the pandemic. It also allocated $5 million for emergency childcare vouchers for essential workers and approved several health and human services grants.

• Adopted Reopen San Diego Business Safety Framework (5-0)
• Appropriated $5M for emergency childcare vouchers for essential workers (5-0)
• Approved $1.7M in fee waivers and established a Revitalization and Assistance Program for businesses (5-0)
• Authorized $20,985,783 in revenue agreements for older adult services (5-0)
• Approved extensions for behavioral health services contracts (5-0)
• Approved $85M revenue obligations for M@College student housing (5-0)
• Approved $38M revenue obligations for Park Crest Apartments (5-0)
• Approved $275,357 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants across four districts (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Board of Supervisors is acting on a memo to implement business stability measures during the COVID-19 crisis. The agenda includes waiving specific permit and plan check fees for restaurants and small businesses, deferring various county fees and lease payments, and establishing a new Revitalization and Assistance Program. The actions require appropriations from prior year General Fund balances or federal/state emergency funding.

• Appropriation of $1,030,000 for six-month waiver of plan check fees for restaurants
• Appropriation of $420,000 for six-month waiver of permit fees for tenant improvements
• Appropriation of $250,000 to establish a new Revitalization and Assistance Program
• Extension of rent-deferral period and eviction moratorium for County-owned property to September 30, 2020
• Deferral of APCD permit renewal fees and various Department of Environmental Health fees

The Air Pollution Control Board approved a series of measures to aid businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. These actions include waiving specific permit and plan check fees, deferring various regulatory fees, and extending rent-deferral periods for County-owned properties.

• Approved $1,030,000 for six-month restaurant plan check fee waivers
• Approved $420,000 for six-month restaurant and small business permit fee waivers
• Approved $250,000 to establish a Revitalization and Assistance Program
• Approved deferral of APCD permit renewal fees
• Approved extension of rent-deferral and eviction moratorium for County-owned property to September 30, 2020
• Waived Board Policy B-29 regarding cost recovery for services provided under fees
• Directed implementation of streamlining options for DEH and zoning ordinances

FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors, acting as the Flood Control District, is considering a resolution to ratify emergency actions and amend the budget timeline. This includes rescheduling public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan and authorizing fund expenditures until the budget is adopted.

• Resolution to declare an emergency and amend budget and year-end processes
• Rescheduling of budget public hearings from June 2020 to August 2020
• Authorization of fund expenditures until the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget is adopted
• Carryover of appropriations from the $6.25 billion Fiscal Year 2019-20 Operational Plan

The Board adopted a resolution declaring an emergency due to the impact of COVID-19. This action reschedules the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget hearings and deliberations to August 2020 and authorizes the expenditure of funds until the budget is adopted.

• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for March 11, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-043 declaring an emergency and amending the FY 2020-21 budget timeline (5-0)

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The Board is considering a resolution to ratify emergency actions taken by the Chief Administrative Officer due to COVID-19. This includes amending the timeline for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan and authorizing fund expenditures until the budget is adopted.

• Resolution to declare an emergency and amend budget/year-end processes
• Rescheduling of budget public hearings from June 2020 to August 2020
• Authorization of fund expenditures until the 2020-21 Operational Plan is adopted
• Carryover of appropriations from Fiscal Year 2019-20 to Fiscal Year 2020-21

The Board adopted a resolution declaring an emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This action amends the budget timeline and authorizes the expenditure of funds until the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan is adopted.

• Approved Resolution No. 20-044 to declare an emergency and amend budget processes (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for February 25 and 26, 2020 (5-0)

REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY

The San Diego County Redevelopment Successor Agency is meeting to ratify emergency actions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board will adopt a resolution declaring a local emergency and amending the timeline for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan. Public hearings and budget deliberations, originally scheduled for June, are being rescheduled for August 2020. The action authorizes the carryover of funds from the $6.25 billion FY 2019-20 budget until the new budget is adopted.

• Adoption of a resolution declaring an emergency due to COVID-19 impacts
• Rescheduling of FY 2020-21 budget public hearings from June 8-17, 2020 to August 10-19, 2020
• Rescheduling of budget deliberations and adoption from June 23, 2020 to August 25, 2020
• Authorization to carry over appropriations from the $6.25 billion FY 2019-20 Adopted Operational Plan

The Board adopted a resolution declaring an emergency due to COVID-19. This action amends the budget timeline and authorizes the expenditure of funds until the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan is adopted.

• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes from January 14, 2020 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-045 declaring an emergency and amending budget and year-end processes (5-0)

SANITATION DISTRICT

The Board of Supervisors is considering a resolution to ratify emergency actions and amend the budget timeline. This includes rescheduling public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan and authorizing fund expenditures until the budget is adopted.

• Adopt resolution to declare an emergency and amend budget/year-end processes
• Reschedule budget public hearings from June 2020 to August 10–19, 2020
• Reschedule budget deliberations to August 25, 2020
• Authorize carryover of appropriations from the $6.25 billion Fiscal Year 2019-20 plan

The Board adopted a resolution declaring an emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This action rescheduled budget public hearings and deliberations to August 2020 and authorized the expenditure of funds until the budget is adopted.

• Approved Resolution No. 20-046 to declare an emergency and amend budget processes (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for March 11, 2020 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will receive an update on the COVID-19 pandemic response and consider various land use requests. Other items include childhood lead poisoning prevention funding and local business loan programs.

• COVID-19 response update and ratification of emergency actions
• Threshold decision for Rams Hill development agreement in Borrego Springs
• Request to rescind Newland Sierra project approvals following voter referendum
• Acceptance of $4,500,000 for childhood lead poisoning prevention services
• Business loan program for unincorporated areas

The Board established a $5 million recovery loan program for unincorporated businesses impacted by COVID-19. It also approved several infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing and water quality improvements, and authorized emergency budget amendments.

• Approved $5M business recovery loan program for unincorporated businesses (5-0)
• Approved $4.5M for childhood lead poisoning prevention services (5-0)
• Adopted SB 1 road project list with estimated costs of $41.3M (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M San Marino Drive water quality project (5-0)
• Approved $410K Goldentop Road water quality project (5-0)
• Authorized $198.3M Teeter Plan advance and $47.6M tax loss reserve (5-0)
• Rescinded all approvals for the Newland Sierra project (5-0)
• Authorized $225K settlement for Jane Doe v. County of San Diego (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to ratify a local emergency declaration related to COVID-19. This action suspends certain budget administrative code provisions and reschedules the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Operational Plan from June to August 2020. The board will also authorize the carryover of appropriations from the $6.25 billion FY 2019-20 budget until the new budget is adopted.

• Adoption of a resolution declaring a local emergency due to COVID-19 impacts
• Rescheduling of FY 2020-21 budget public hearings from June 8-17, 2020 to August 10-19, 2020
• Rescheduling of budget deliberations and adoption from June 23, 2020 to August 25, 2020
• Authorization to carryover appropriations from the $6.25 billion FY 2019-20 Adopted Operational Plan

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control Board met on April 21, 2020 and approved the minutes of its March 24, 2020 meeting on consent. The board adopted Resolution No. 20-042, making findings of emergency related to COVID-19 and taking actions related to the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget, including authorizing carryover of appropriations and revenues from Fiscal Year 2019-20 until the Operational Plan is adopted. The budget public hearings were rescheduled from June 8-17, 2020 to August 10-19, 2020, with deliberations and adoption moved to August 25, 2020 at 2:00 pm. The meeting was held via teleconference under California Governor Gavin Newsom's Executive Order N-29-20.

• Approved minutes of the March 24, 2020 meeting on consent (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-042 declaring emergency findings and actions related to the FY2020-21 budget, on consent (Cox, Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Rescheduled FY2020-21 budget public hearings from June 8-17, 2020 to August 10-19, 2020
• Set August 25, 2020 at 2:00 pm for budget deliberations and adoption
• Authorized carryover of appropriations and related revenues from FY2019-20 until the Operational Plan is adopted

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering authorization for the Chief Administrative Officer to coordinate a joint letter to the State Senate and Assembly. This letter requests a statewide plan and funding for housing and homelessness that extends beyond the COVID-19 emergency response. The action also expands the County's legislative program to support COVID-19 recovery and economic impact measures.

• Authorization for a joint letter to Senate and Assembly leaders regarding housing and homelessness
• Expansion of County legislative program to support COVID-19 response and recovery
• No fiscal impact or change in General Fund cost associated with these recommendations

The Board of Supervisors authorized the Chief Administrative Officer to coordinate a joint letter to state leaders requesting a funded statewide plan for housing and homelessness. The Board also updated the County's Legislative Program to support actions related to the impacts of COVID-19.

• Directed CAO to coordinate a joint letter to Senate and Assembly leaders on Housing and Homelessness (5-0)
• Added support for COVID-19 response, recovery, and economic impact items to the County's Legislative Program (5-0)

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing to adopt the Housing Authority's Five-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2024 and the Annual Agency Plan for 2020-2021. These documents establish local rules for the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs, which serve approximately 12,000 low-income households. The board authorized the submission of these plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and determined the action is administrative with no fiscal impact.

• Adoption of the HACSD Five-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2024
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Annual Agency Plan
• Approval of Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• Approval of Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP)
• Authorization to submit plans and certifications to HUD

The Board approved the Public Housing Agency Annual Agency Plan and the Five-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2024. This action authorizes the submittal of these plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Board also found that these actions are not projects defined in the state CEQA Guidelines.

• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for December 11, 2019
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-035 approving the Public Housing Agency Annual Agency Plan and supporting policy documents
• Authorized submittal of the Five-Year Plan (2020-2024) and Annual Agency Plan (2020-2021) to HUD
• Authorized the Executive Director or Deputy Director to execute all Public Housing Agency certifications

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a COVID-19 response plan that includes rent deferrals and eviction moratoriums. They are also considering a $20,907,965 plan for community development and affordable housing, and the establishment of a Behavioral Health Impact Fund.

• COVID-19 response: rent deferral and eviction moratorium authorization
• $20,907,965 for 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and 2020-21 Annual Plan
• Establishment of a Behavioral Health Impact Fund
• Fire Mitigation Fee Program resolution for County Service Area No. 135
• Assessment ballot election for Kalbaugh/Haley/Toub streets in Ramona

The Board approved a $25 million Behavioral Health Impact Fund with the City of San Diego and ratified emergency actions taken in response to COVID-19, including directing rent deferral and an eviction moratorium for renters of County-owned property. It approved the Program Year 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and Fiscal Year 2020-21 Annual Plan, with about $20.9 million anticipated for housing and community development programs. The Board also adopted several ordinances on speed limits and compensation, and approved Neighborhood Reinvestment grants. All items passed on consent with 5-0 votes; the Lonny Brewer Park off-leash area item was withdrawn.

• Approved $25M Behavioral Health Impact Fund with City of San Diego (5-0)
• Ratified COVID-19 emergency actions and directed rent deferral/eviction moratorium for County-owned property renters (5-0)
• Approved Program Year 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and FY 2020-21 Annual Plan, ~$20.9M anticipated (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of ~$2.85M California Home Visiting Program funding (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $5M Ending the HIV Epidemic grant and competitive solicitations (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending County Code speed limits on various roads (5-0)
• Approved Neighborhood Reinvestment grants in Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5 totaling over $500,000 (5-0)
• Withdrew Lonny Brewer Park off-leash area construction contract item

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

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AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including authorizing a contract option for a new communications site, establishing appropriations for the Rock Mountain Detention Facility renovation, and receiving an update on the COVID-19 response. Several items have been withdrawn, including the detention facility funding, mental health diversion program, and behavioral health fund. The board will also discuss tenant protections and food industry relief related to the pandemic.

• Authorize $418,100 contract option with Motorola Solutions for Lake Morena communications site
• Withdrawn: $22.3 million appropriation for Rock Mountain Detention Facility renovation
• Withdrawn: $3.22 million state contract for felony mental health diversion program
• Withdrawn: Establish Behavioral Health Impact Fund
• Receive COVID-19 response update and authorize CAO to take necessary actions

The Board of Supervisors enacted a moratorium on residential and commercial evictions in unincorporated areas due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They also established $10 million in appropriations for pandemic response activities and deferred health permit fees for the food and beverage industry.

• Approved $10M appropriation for COVID-19 response activities (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-027 imposing eviction moratorium in unincorporated areas (5-0)
• Deferred food facility health permit and plan check fees until Sept 1, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved $418,100 contract option for Lake Morena RCS site facility (5-0)
• Authorized $160,000 settlement for Cynthia Kendrick v. County of San Diego (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 grant to Operation Hope-North County, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-026 to form a new County Service Area for water service (5-0)
• Approved new communications site lease at Gillespie Field (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Board is considering a memorandum of understanding with SANDAG to create a regional electric vehicle charger incentive program. Several proposed amendments regarding boiler and engine emission rules were withdrawn from the agenda.

• MOU with SANDAG to establish a regional electric vehicle charger incentive program
• $500,000 in annual incentive funding from the Air Pollution Control District
• Up to $30 million committed by SANDAG over 30 years for EV charging infrastructure
• $15.8 million in incentive funding committed by the California Energy Commission
• Withdrawal of public hearings for rules regarding small boilers, medium boilers, and stationary engines

The Air Pollution Control Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with SANDAG to create a unified incentive program for electric vehicle charging stations. Three proposed rule amendments regarding boilers and combustion engines were withdrawn. The Board also approved the minutes from the January 29, 2020 meeting.

• Approved MOU with SANDAG for regional EV charger incentive program
• Approved Statement of Proceedings/Minutes for January 29, 2020
• Withdrawn: Amendments to Rule 69.2.1 (Small Boilers, Process Heaters, Steam Generators, and Large Water Heaters)
• Withdrawn: New Rule 69.2.2 (Medium Boilers, Process Heaters, and Steam Generators) and related amendments to Rules 11 and 12
• Withdrawn: Amendments to Rule 69.4.1 and repeal of Rule 69.4 (Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines)

FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

The San Diego County Flood Control District Board is considering a request to establish appropriations and award a construction contract for the Lemon Crest Drive Drainage Facility Extension Improvements project in Lakeside. The project involves removing an existing drainage inlet and extending a culvert to the backyard of a private property to address historical flooding on the road. The total cost is estimated at $1,219,000, funded by prior year fund balances, with construction scheduled for summer 2020.

• Establish appropriations of $1,219,000 for the Lemon Crest Drive Drainage Facility Extension Improvements project
• Authorize advertisement and award of a construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder
• Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project (State Clearinghouse # 2019120436)
• Approve a construction cost estimate of $800,000 including contingency, plus $419,000 for development and right-of-way acquisition

The Board approved appropriations and the advertisement of a construction contract to extend a drainage culvert and relocate an inlet at Lemon Crest Drive in Lakeside. The project aims to reduce flooding and move infrastructure away from the roadway to a private property backyard. The board also adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project.

• Established $1,219,000 in appropriations for the Lemon Crest Drive Drainage Facility Extension Improvements project
• Authorized the advertisement and award of a construction contract for the project
• Adopted the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project
• Adopted the Statement of Location and Custodian of Record
• Adopted the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
• Designated the Director of Public Works as the officer responsible for administering the construction contract

SANITATION DISTRICT

The San Diego County Sanitation District Board is considering adopting an ordinance that establishes reimbursement fees for properties connecting to sewer lines built by Erreca Associates LLC along Moreno Avenue, Vigilante Road, and Slaughterhouse Canyon Road in Lakeside. The fees, ranging from $1,372 to $4,701 per Equivalent Dwelling Unit, would repay Erreca Associates up to $2,923,872 over 20 years. The ordinance also removes outdated fees for the Harmony Grove service area and the expired Lane Reimbursement Fee. This is the second and final hearing for the ordinance.

• Adoption of ordinance establishing Erreca Associates sewer reimbursement fees: $1,372 per EDU for Segment 1, $3,329 per EDU for Segment 2, $4,701 total for both
• Reimbursement agreement with Erreca Associates LLC for $2,923,872 in sewer construction costs, funded by connection fees
• Deletion of Harmony Grove service area fees (area detached to Rincon del Diablo Water District July 1, 2019)
• Deletion of expired Lane Reimbursement Fee (expired December 11, 2017)
• Sewer extension serves 78 adjacent parcels in Lakeside area

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 10664 to establish reimbursement fees for property owners who voluntarily connect to sewer improvements built by Erreca Associates LLC. The ordinance also removes expired or obsolete fees for the Lane and Harmony Grove service areas.

• Approved reimbursement fees of $1,372 per EDU for sewer Segment 1 and $3,329 per EDU for sewer Segment 2 (Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10664 to implement the Erreca Associates reimbursement agreement (Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Deleted fees and charges for the Harmony Grove service area (Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Deleted the expired Lane Reimbursement Fee (Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)
• Approved February 26, 2020 meeting minutes (Jacob, Gaspar, Fletcher, Desmond)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to adopt an ordinance establishing Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones, offering property tax reductions for agricultural use. The body will also hold a public hearing to approve the purchase of approximately 6.8 acres in Fallbrook for a local park. Additionally, the agenda includes amending the Airport Enterprise Fund spending plan to fund construction at the Cajon Air Center.

• Adopt ordinance establishing Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones with a $250,000 annual cap on property tax loss
• Public hearing to approve acquisition of 6.8 acres in Fallbrook from Barr Ranch, LLC for $1,100,000
• Amend Airport Enterprise Fund spending plan for Cajon Air Center transient apron project costing $6,564,475
• Approve revenue agreement with State Water Resources Control Board for beach and bay water quality monitoring

The Board of Supervisors established Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones to encourage urban farming through tax reductions. It also authorized the purchase of 6.8 acres for a local park in Fallbrook and increased contract capacities for parks consultants.

• Adopted Ordinances 10662 and 10663 establishing Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M purchase of 6.8 acres for Fallbrook Local Park (5-0)
• Amended Airport Enterprise Fund by $4,164,475 for Cajon Air Center projects (5-0)
• Ratified $347,639 revenue agreement for beach and bay water quality monitoring (5-0)
• Ratified gifts and donations to Dept. of Environmental Health totaling $5,891.93 (5-0)
• Accepted gifts and donations to Dept. of Parks and Recreation totaling $66,270.22 (5-0)
• Increased total capacity of seven parks consultant contracts to $93M (5-0)
• Authorized $57,381.49 settlement for Nicole Arnold and Savannah Taylor (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will review and potentially act on several items, including an agreement with Rady Children's Hospital for a behavioral health hub for children and youth, continuing the local COVID-19 emergency, and adopting harm reduction strategies. The agenda also includes public hearings, grant approvals, and routine financial items.

• Agreement with Rady Children's Hospital for behavioral health hub and parking structure
• Review and continue local health emergency and local emergency regarding COVID-19
• Adopt best practices for harm reduction, including syringe services programs
• Public hearing on $22,000,000 charter school revenue bonds for Urban Discovery Academy
• Allocate up to $2,200,000 for flexible housing subsidy pool for homeless

The Board of Supervisors continued the local health emergency regarding COVID-19 and established a subcommittee to address the virus. The Board also approved several public safety grants, including funding for a gun violence reduction program and homeland security initiatives. Additionally, the Board authorized a partnership with Rady Children’s Hospital for a behavioral health hub.

• Continued local health emergency and local emergency regarding COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved $1M for Disarming Prohibited Persons program and $21,000 for Urban Area Security Initiative (5-0)
• Authorized MOU with Rady Children’s Hospital for a behavioral health hub for children and youth (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 for Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool for 2019-20 (5-0)
• Approved $22M in charter school revenue bonds for Urban Discovery Academy (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract with Bay City Electric Works for Edgemoor Skilled Nursing Facility generators (5-0)
• Established subcommittee to assess needs for a Syringe Services Program (3-2)
• Approved various Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants for Districts 3, 4, and 5 (5-0)

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The San Diego County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board of Directors convened a regular meeting on February 26, 2020. The agenda consisted solely of a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The item was continued from a previous meeting on February 25, 2020.

• Closed session to discuss Debie Woodruff, et al. v. County of San Diego In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority (Case No. 37-2008-00096957-CU-OE-CTL)

The Board of Supervisors met in a regular session and closed session. No reportable actions were taken during the meeting.

SANITATION DISTRICT

The San Diego County Sanitation District Board will consider a reimbursement agreement with Erreca Associates LLC for sewer infrastructure built in the Lakeside area. The board will also review a quitclaim deed for a sewer easement in East Otay Mesa. These items involve establishing new connection fees for future development and releasing unused land rights.

• Approve reimbursement agreement with Erreca Associates LLC for $2,923,872 in sewer construction costs
• Establish sewer connection fees of $1,372 per EDU for Segment 1 and $3,329 per EDU for Segment 2
• Quitclaim portion of sewer easement on Map No. 16097 in East Otay Mesa area
• Delete expired Lane Reimbursement Fee and Harmony Grove service area fees from ordinance

The Board approved a reimbursement agreement with Erreca Associates LLC to collect fees from property owners connecting to new sewer lines in Lakeside. The Board also authorized the quitclaim of a sewer easement in the East Otay Mesa area.

• Approved reimbursement agreement with Erreca Associates LLC for sewer construction costs
• Introduced Ordinance to establish connection fees of $1,372 to $4,701 per EDU (first reading)
• Approved deletion of Harmony Grove and Lane reimbursement fees from the fee ordinance
• Authorized quitclaim deed for a sewer easement in East Otay Mesa (Lot 4 of Map No. 16097)
• Approved minutes from the December 11, 2019 meeting

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two land-use ordinances: one creating a special overlay for former Forest Conservation Initiative properties near the Cleveland National Forest, and another establishing Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones. They will also consider directing staff to ban glyphosate-based products on County property.

• Adopt zoning overlay for former Forest Conservation Initiative properties (POD-19-004, REZ-19-006)
• Introduce ordinance establishing Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones (POD 15-008) with possible fee waivers up to $63,200
• Direct CAO to amend Integrated Pest Management Policy F-45 to prohibit glyphosate-based products
• Potential property tax loss up to $250,000 annually from Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones

The Board of Supervisors established a new zoning overlay to protect environmental resources near the Cleveland National Forest and directed the prohibition of glyphosate-based products on County property. The Board also initiated an urban agriculture incentive program and authorized two legal settlements.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10661 creating the Former Forest Conservation Initiative Properties Overlay (5-0)
• Introduced Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones (UAIZ) ordinance and fee schedule amendment for further consideration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-018 to waive UAIZ application fees (5-0)
• Directed CAO to amend Board Policy F-45 to prohibit glyphosate-based products and prioritize organic alternatives (5-0)
• Authorized $350,000 settlement for Jane Doe v. Richard Fischer, et al. (5-0)
• Ratified $32,691.71 settlement for claim of Justin Mojica (4-0)
• Approved February 12, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)

IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY

The San Diego County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on February 25, 2020. The agenda consisted solely of a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No public agenda items, votes, or decisions were listed in the provided text.

• Closed session to discuss Debie Woodruff, et al. v. County of San Diego In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority (Case No. 37-2008-00096957-CU-OE-CTL)

The Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on February 25, 2020. No substantive decisions were made as closed session matters were continued to the following day.

• Continued closed session regarding Debie Woodruff, et al. v. County of San Diego In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority to February 26, 2020

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is considering adopting updated fire codes, including the 2020 Consolidated Fire Code, which adds stricter wildfire safety requirements for new structures. The board will also decide on several public safety and health items, including a $550,000 grant for traffic enforcement, a new dispatch system, and $3 million in housing loans.

• Adopt 2020 Consolidated Fire Code with stricter wildfire safety standards
• Approve $550,000 grant for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP)
• Authorize solicitation for cloud-native Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
• Approve $3,000,000 in loans for affordable housing from HOME funds
• Accept $10,000 donation from Burn Institute for CERT program

The Board adopted ordinances updating the County Fire Code and the 2020 Consolidated Fire Code. It authorized a $12M design-build contract for the Ramona Intergenerational Community Campus Family Resource Live Well Center and approved $3M in HOME funds for affordable housing. The Board also approved a $18M digital media contract for the County Library.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10659 and 10660 updating County and Consolidated Fire Codes
• Authorized $12M design-build contract for Ramona Intergenerational Community Campus (5-0)
• Approved $3M in HOME funds for Poway Commons and Alora affordable housing developments (5-0)
• Authorized $18M five-year single-source contract with Overdrive, Inc. for library digital media (5-0)
• Approved $550,000 in grant appropriations for Sheriff's Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (5-0)
• Authorized competitive solicitation for a Cloud-native Computer Aided Dispatch system (5-0)
• Approved property exchange with Crown Castle Towers 06-2, LLC for RCS site (5-0)
• Authorized application for $6M Mental Health Student Services Act grant (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to ratify two emergency declarations issued on February 14, 2020, regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). These actions are required by state law within seven days of issuance and provide the county with legal immunities and the ability to request state and federal assistance. The board is also asked to find a continuing need for these emergency measures until the situation stabilizes.

• Ratification of the Declaration of Local Health Emergency issued by the Public Health Officer on February 14, 2020
• Ratification of the Proclamation of Local Emergency issued by the Chief Administrative Officer on February 14, 2020
• Finding of continuing need for local health emergency under California Health and Safety Code Section 101080
• Finding of continuing need for local emergency under California Government Code 8630
• Costs covered by existing department appropriations, including Health and Human Services Agency Management Reserves

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to ratify a Declaration of Local Health Emergency and a Proclamation of Local Emergency regarding COVID-19, both issued February 14, 2020. The Board also found a continuing need for both the local health emergency and the local emergency until no longer needed. The action was taken on a motion by Supervisor Jacob, seconded by Supervisor Desmond, as recommended by the Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting adjourned at 2:26 p.m. with no other substantive items recorded.

• Ratified Declaration of Local Health Emergency (5-0)
• Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency (5-0)
• Found continuing need for local health emergency until no longer needed (5-0)
• Found continuing need for local emergency until no longer needed (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to adopt an ordinance increasing construction and demolition waste diversion requirements and define temporary agritourism events. The agenda also includes setting a hearing to purchase 6.8 acres for a new local park in Fallbrook and authorizing a demolition contract for Mount Woodson Gateway County Preserve.

• Adoption of ordinance amending Sections 68.511-68.520 to increase C&D waste diversion from 4,000 to 44,000 tons annually
• Adoption of ordinance defining Temporary Agritourism Community Events (POD 19-002)
• Setting hearing for March 11, 2020, to purchase 6.8 acres from Barr Ranch, LLC for $1,100,000 for Fallbrook Local Park
• Authorization to advertise and award a demolition contract for Mount Woodson Gateway County Preserve
• Public hearing on options to streamline the discretionary permit process

The Board approved ordinances to increase construction and demolition material recycling and define temporary agritourism community events. It also authorized a demolition contract for Mount Woodson Gateway County Preserve and amended the Boulevard Community Planning Group boundaries.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10657 to increase construction and demolition waste diversion (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10658 defining Temporary Agritourism Community Events (5-0)
• Set March 11, 2020 hearing for Fallbrook local parkland acquisition (5-0)
• Authorized $300,000 demolition contract for Mount Woodson Gateway County Preserve (5-0)
• Directed CAO to develop self-certification and streamlining options for discretionary permits (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Boulevard Community Planning Group boundaries (5-0)
• Withdrew Ocean Breeze Ranch appeal item at request of CAO (5-0)
• Approved January 29, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2020 Consolidated Fire Code, which includes stricter wildfire safety requirements for new buildings. The board will also vote to appropriate $6.7 million for the San Diego Central Jail elevator modernization project and direct staff to draft an ordinance declaring Kratom a public nuisance. Additional items include funding for homeless housing grants and retirement contribution rates for fiscal year 2020-21.

• Public hearing to repeal and reenact the County Fire Code and ratify the 2020 Consolidated Fire Code for 13 fire districts
• Appropriation of $6,700,000 for the San Diego Central Jail Elevator Maintenance and Modernization Project (total project cost $11,136,435)
• Direction to draft an ordinance declaring mitragynine and hydroxyl-mitragynine (Kratom) a public nuisance in the unincorporated area
• Reallocation of up to $1,900,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for park land and public facility acquisition
• Authorization to apply for state grant funds for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program

The Board of Supervisors approved updated employer and employee retirement contribution rates for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Other key actions included introducing new fire code ordinances and allocating grants for neighborhood reinvestment.

• Adopted FY 2020-21 employer and employee retirement contribution rates (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinances to repeal/reenact County Fire Code and ratify 2020 Consolidated Fire Code (5-0)
• Approved $6.7M for San Diego Central Jail elevator modernization (5-0)
• Directed CAO to research options for regulating or declaring Kratom a public nuisance (4-1)
• Authorized reallocation of up to $1.9M in CDBG funds for park land and water system acquisition (5-0)
• Authorized application for up to $10M in state HHAP grant funds for homelessness (5-0)
• Allocated $147,025 in District 5 and $172,000 in District 2 Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants (5-0)
• Approved continuation of emergency repairs at HHSA Grantville building estimated at $85,000 (5-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is adopting updated building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes that include local amendments for wildfire resiliency. The meeting also involves adopting ordinances for park land dedication fees and property condition agreements to streamline housing development. Additionally, the Board is approving a construction contract for a bike skills park at Otay Valley Regional Park.

• Adoption of ordinance repealing and reenacting County Building, Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes with stricter wildfire ignition-resistant construction requirements
• Adoption of ordinance amending Title 8 Park Land Dedication and Fees to delegate authority for Park Agreements and correct ADU fee exemptions
• Adoption of Property Condition Agreement (PCA) Ordinance (POD 19-001) to allow project conditions to be satisfied after final map recordation
• Authorization to advertise and award a $350,000 construction contract for the Otay Valley Regional Park Bike Skills Park project
• Approval of Second Amendment to Agreement to Improve Subdivision for Tract No. 4979-1 (Fenton Ranch) in the Ramona Community Plan Area

The Board of Supervisors adopted several ordinances updating building codes, park land dedication, and property condition agreements. It also approved General Plan amendments for the Skyline Retirement Center and Aventine at Sweetwater Springs projects and authorized a $500,000 bike skills park.

• Adopted Ordinance 10649 amending park land dedication and fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10650 establishing Property Condition Agreements (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10651 updating County building and energy codes (4-0)
• Approved $500,000 for Otay Valley Regional Park Bike Skills Park (4-0)
• Approved agritourism zoning amendments and fee waivers (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment 20-001 for three land use projects (5-0)
• Approved Skyline Retirement Center zoning and Major Use Permit (5-0)
• Approved Aventine at Sweetwater Springs zoning and site plan (5-0)

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control Board is holding a public hearing to adopt amendments to Regulation X, which sets performance standards for new stationary sources like power plants and factories. The update incorporates 31 current federal standards and repeals 16 outdated ones, a process that has not occurred since 2009. Staff recommend the board adopt the changes, noting there is no fiscal impact and that local sources are already in compliance with stricter local rules.

• Adoption of amendments to Regulation X (Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources)
• Incorporation of 31 current federal standards by reference
• Repeal of 16 outdated federal standards
• Request for updated delegation of authority from the U.S. EPA
• No fiscal impact or change in General Fund cost

The Air Pollution Control Board updated Regulation X to incorporate 31 current federal standards and repeal 16 outdated ones. These standards apply to new, modified, or reconstructed stationary sources such as power plants and landfills. The Board also established a procedure for notifying the public of future federal amendments.

• Approved minutes from the December 10, 2019 meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-016 to amend Regulation X (Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources)
• Directed the Air Pollution Control Officer to request updated delegation of authority from the EPA
• Directed the Air Pollution Control Officer to provide public notice before implementing future federal amendments to adopted standards

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is adopting an ordinance to ban flavored smoking products and restrict e-cigarettes in the unincorporated area. The body is also authorizing a memorandum of understanding with UCSD and Scripps Health to develop a Central Region Behavioral Health Hub at Third Avenue, with estimated capital costs of $115 million. Additionally, the board is ratifying the acceptance of donated teddy bears for the Sheriff's Department and approving various lease agreements and emergency repairs for county facilities.

• Adoption of ordinance prohibiting sale of flavored smoking products and establishing a one-year moratorium on electronic smoking devices in unincorporated areas
• Authorization of MOU with UCSD and Scripps Health for Central Region Behavioral Health Hub at Third Avenue, San Diego, with ~$115 million estimated capital cost
• Ratification of acceptance of 443 teddy bears valued at $8,860 from Bears for Badges for Sheriff's Department patrol stations
• Approval of lease agreement for District Attorney’s Family Justice Center at 1050 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos
• Second consideration and adoption of amendments to the Compensation Ordinance

The Board adopted an ordinance prohibiting flavored smoking products and outdoor dining smoking in unincorporated areas. It also authorized immediate funding for hotel vouchers and new HART team positions to address homelessness. Additionally, the Board approved several million dollars in legal settlements during closed session.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 10647 prohibiting flavored smoking products and outdoor dining smoking (3-2)
• Approved expanded hotel/motel voucher program and 4 new HART team positions (5-0)
• Authorized $700,000 settlement for Christopher Mays, et al. v. County of San Diego (4-0)
• Authorized $1.5 million settlement for Citizens Development Corp. v. County of San Diego (3-0)
• Approved 84-month lease for District Attorney’s Family Justice Center in San Marcos (5-0)
• Approved $501,328, $175,377, and $258,124 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grants (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10648 amending the Compensation Ordinance (5-0)
• Directed CAO to implement 8 weeks of paid parental leave via collective bargaining (3-2)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing to approve the acquisition of approximately 37 acres of open space land in the Bonsall area for the San Luis Rey River Park. The agenda also includes second readings for ordinances amending the Department of Public Works functions and highway traffic regulations, as well as first readings for updates to building codes and park land dedication fees. Additionally, the Board will consider time extensions for subdivision improvements in the North County and Bonsall areas.

• Public hearing to approve purchase of 37 acres from North American Resort Properties, Inc. for $1,673,000 (total cost $1,784,700).
• Second reading and adoption of ordinance amending Administrative Code XXVI regarding Department of Public Works functions.
• Second reading and adoption of ordinance amending Title 7 (Highways and Traffic) of the County Code of Regulatory Ordinances.
• First reading of ordinance repealing and reenacting County Building, Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes.
• Approval of second amendment to joint agreement for Tract No. 4805-1 (7 lots) and assumption agreement for Polo Club Estates (165 lots).

The Board of Supervisors approved the acquisition of approximately 37 acres of open space preserve land in the San Luis Rey River Valley from North American Resort Properties, Inc. for $1,673,000, with total costs of $1,784,700. The Board also adopted ordinances amending the Administrative Code and the County Code of Regulatory Ordinances, and introduced several ordinances for second reading on January 29, 2020. All actions were approved unanimously on consent.

• Approved $1.67M purchase of 37 acres for San Luis Rey River Valley open space (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10645 amending Administrative Code XXVI - Public Works functions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10646 amending Title 7 Highways and Traffic (5-0)
• Approved second amendment for Tract 4805-1, extending improvements to Jan 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved assumption agreement and time extension for Polo Club Estates (Tract 4736-1) to Jan 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved exchange of 2.11 acres of park land with Caltrans and SDCWA (5-0)
• Introduced Property Condition Agreement Ordinance (first reading) for Jan 29 adoption (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance repealing/re-enacting building codes (first reading) for Jan 29 adoption (5-0)

REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY

The San Diego County Redevelopment Successor Agency Board is deciding whether to approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 2020 through June 2021, totaling $2,350,600 in enforceable obligations, plus a $30,000 administrative budget. This is a routine annual approval required to fund the wind-down of the former redevelopment agency. If approved, the items go to the Countywide Oversight Board on January 16, 2020.

• Approve ROPS for July 2020-June 2021 with $2,350,600 in enforceable obligations
• Approve $30,000 administrative budget for same period
• Funding from property tax increment via Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund
• Items to be presented to Countywide Oversight Board on January 16, 2020

The Board of Directors of the County of San Diego Successor Agency approved the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 2020 - June 2021, totaling $2,350,600 in enforceable obligations, including a $30,000 administrative budget. The approval was made on consent, and the items will be presented to the Countywide Oversight Board on January 16, 2020.

• Approved ROPS for July 2020 - June 2021 totaling $2,350,600 (consent)
• Approved administrative budget of $30,000 for July 2020 - June 2021 (consent)
• Authorized staff to make non-substantive changes to ROPS for Department of Finance compliance (consent)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors approved a lease, sublease, and operating agreement with Tri-City Healthcare District to develop and operate a 16-bed psychiatric health facility at Tri-City Medical Center in Oceanside, appropriating $17.4 million for construction. The Board also introduced an ordinance to ban flavored tobacco products and e-cigarettes in unincorporated areas, with a 3-2 vote (Gaspar and Desmond dissenting). Additionally, the Board consented to continued refugee resettlement in San Diego County and authorized demolition of the former Regional Crime Lab to make way for a 404-unit affordable housing development.

• Approved $17.4M for Tri-City psychiatric facility (5-0)
• Introduced flavored tobacco/e-cigarette ban ordinance (3-2)
• Approved refugee resettlement consent (5-0)
• Certified EIR and authorized demolition of former Regional Crime Lab (5-0)
• Approved $9.2M Operation Stonegarden grant (5-0)
• Approved $7.56M Caltrans litter abatement grant (5-0)
• Approved $1.31M for emergency generators at six libraries (5-0)
• Authorized $1.8M settlement in Mark Mann v. County (5-0)