San Diego County public meetings in 2025
22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote to terminate the 30-year operating agreement and memoranda of understanding for the San Diego Central Jail and Las Colinas Detention and Reentry Facility. In their place, the Board will ratify a new five-year administrative fee agreement with the City of San Diego for booking misdemeanor arrestees. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the FY 2026-27 annual plan for community development and housing grants, as well as the final selection of a Treasurer-Tax Collector candidate.
- Termination of the 30-year jail operating agreement and 1994/1998 MOUs between the City and County of San Diego
- Ratification of a new five-year County Detention Facility Administrative Fee Agreement with the City of San Diego
- Public hearing for the FY 2026-27 annual plan for Community Development Block Grant and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
- Finalist interviews and selection for the vacant San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector office
- Resolution to close the Courthouse Construction Fund following the final Hall of Justice debt payment
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
HOUSING AUTHORITY
The San Diego County Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2025, at the County Administration Center. The only substantive agenda item is a closed session for a conference with labor negotiators representing IHSS/HHSA. No specific decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators (IHSS/HHSA) under Government Code section 54957.6
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on a $55 million bond issuance for the Maison 613 project and the sale of 11.71 acres on Cottonwood Avenue in Santee. The agenda also includes the second reading of an ordinance amending the duties of the Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board and a resolution to waive fees for structures damaged by the September 2025 Coches Fire. Additionally, the Board will establish a countywide artificial intelligence policy framework and interview applicants for the Treasurer-Tax Collector vacancy.
- Approval of revenue bonds up to $55,000,000 for Maison 613
- Resolution to sell 11.71 acres on Cottonwood Avenue, Santee (Parcel 2013-0091-A) via public auction
- Second reading of ordinance amending Sections 340, 340.9, and 340.15 regarding the Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board
- Resolution to waive fees for rebuilding legal structures and debris disposal damaged by the September 2025 Coches Fire
- Establishment of a County Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy framework and governance structure
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is reviewing the continuation of a local emergency declared for U.S.-Mexico transboundary pollution and approving a $3,918,000 construction contract for culvert repairs. The agenda also includes a time extension for the Bonsall Oaks subdivision and a public hearing on the Cottonwood Sand Mine project appeal.
- Continuation of Local Emergency for U.S.-Mexico Transboundary Pollution Environmental Crisis
- Award of $3,918,000 construction contract for 48 culvert repairs in FY 2025-26 resurfacing program
- Fifth Amendment to Joint Agreement for Bonsall Oaks subdivision (165 lots) extending improvement deadline
- Public Hearing on Appeal of Cottonwood Sand Mine Project Major Use Permit
- Public Hearing on Valiano Property Tax Exchange Fire Protection District Reorganization
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on the property tax rates and appropriation limits for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The agenda includes approvals for public safety contracts, such as forensic toxicology services and grant funding for elder abuse victim services. Additionally, the Board will consider ordinances regarding compensation for county counsel and the duties of the Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board.
- Approval of FY 2025-26 property tax rates and appropriation limits
- Single source procurement for forensic toxicology services from Bio-Tox Laboratories Incorporated (est. $760,000 first year)
- Acceptance of $300,000 annual USDOJ grant for the Enhanced Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program
- Second reading of ordinance amending compensation for San Diego Deputy County Counsels Association units
- First reading of ordinance amending duties and jurisdiction of the Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Fire Protection District is holding a second reading to adopt an ordinance that updates the Local Responsibility Area (LRA) fire hazard severity zone map. This action implements state requirements following the release of new maps by the State Fire Marshal in March 2025. The updated maps reflect new climate data and fire modeling, affecting 4,536 parcels with increased hazard designations and 189 parcels with decreased designations within the district.
- Adoption of ordinance for LRA fire hazard severity zone map (Districts 2 and 5)
- 4,536 parcels in SDCFPD saw fire hazard severity increase from no designation to moderate, high, or very high
- 189 parcels saw fire hazard severity decrease from very high to no designation, moderate, or high
- No fiscal impact or additional staff years associated with the action
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will consider a local emergency proclamation regarding a U.S.-Mexico transboundary pollution environmental crisis. The agenda includes public hearings to confirm fiscal year 2025-26 levies for various special districts and to approve fees for the Sanitation District. Additionally, the Board will act on a lease amendment for The Arc of San Diego at Gillespie Field and set a hearing for the Otay Business Park.
- Proclamation of Local Emergency for U.S.-Mexico Transboundary Pollution Environmental Crisis
- Public Hearing to confirm FY 2025-26 levies for Community Facilities Districts
- Public Hearing to confirm FY 2025-26 levies for Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance Districts
- Public Hearing to approve FY 2025-26 fees for Sanitation District and Campo Water Maintenance District
- Third Amendment to Industrial Lease with The Arc of San Diego at Gillespie Field
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Fire Protection District is adopting its Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget with $42,525,288 in spending authority. The board is also taking the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the state's updated Local Responsibility Area fire hazard severity zone map. This map update affects 4,536 parcels in the district, primarily in Ramona and Borrego Springs, by increasing their wildfire hazard classification.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget with $42,525,288 in spending authority
- First reading of an ordinance adopting the Local Responsibility Area fire hazard severity zone map
- Map update increases hazard classification for 4,536 parcels from no designation to moderate, high, or very high
- Map update decreases hazard classification for 189 parcels from very high to lower categories
- Second reading of the fire hazard ordinance is scheduled for August 26, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY
The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2025, at the County Administration Center. The agenda consists solely of a closed session item. No public agenda items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this specific meeting.
- Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation of the In-Home Supportive Services Executive Director
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented In-Home Supportive Services Executive Director
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - Special Meeting
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting on June 9, 2025, consisting solely of a closed session. The agenda lists no public discussion items, votes, or decisions on specific projects or policies. The only item is a conference with labor negotiators regarding collective bargaining agreements.
- Closed session with labor negotiators for Teamsters Local 911, SEIU Local 221, and other employee associations
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is taking first reading on ordinances to ratify three-year labor agreements with SEIU, DDAA, and PDA. The measures also set compensation for unrepresented employees and amend administrative code sections on licenses and transportation reimbursement. Staff estimates the total cost at $140.5 million for fiscal year 2025-26, with ongoing annual costs ranging from $113.3 million to $120.2 million in subsequent years.
- First reading of ordinance amending Compensation Ordinance for SEIU, DDAA, and PDA tentative agreements
- First reading of ordinance amending Administrative Code Sections 494 (Job-Required Licenses) and 495 (Transportation Reimbursement)
- Estimated total cost of $140.5 million for FY25-26, including $23.8 million in one-time payments
- Estimated ongoing incremental costs of $116.7 million for FY25-26, $120.2 million for FY26-27, and $113.3 million for FY27-28
- Second reading scheduled for June 24, 2025, unless the ordinance is modified
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
HOUSING AUTHORITY
The San Diego County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 recommended budget. The agenda includes establishing appropriations of $294,648,902 for housing assistance programs, including public housing. The board will also authorize the Executive Director to transfer funds and sign necessary contracts to implement the budget. This action supports the administration of rental subsidies for approximately 23,600 low-income individuals in the region.
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Housing Authority Recommended Budget
- Establishment of appropriations totaling $294,648,902
- Authorization for the Executive Director to negotiate and sign contracts for budget implementation
- Adoption of a resolution approving the budget, including public housing
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote to authorize a construction contract for an outdoor classroom at the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve in Mira Mesa. The Board will also receive the annual report for the Multiple Species Conservation Program and hold a public hearing to confirm mosquito control fees for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
- Authorization to advertise and award a $1,332,000 construction contract for the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve Outdoor Classroom
- Receipt of the 2024 Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) South County Subarea Plan Annual Report
- Public hearing to confirm levies for the Mosquito, Vector, and Disease Control Benefit Assessment for Fiscal Year 2025-26
- Public hearing to confirm the Mosquito Abatement and Vector Control Service Charge for Fiscal Year 2025-26
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is adopting an ordinance to form an Underground Utility District for Phase 4 of the Bonita Road project in Sweetwater, completing the undergrounding of utility lines. The board is also authorizing a construction contract for a $2.35 million Navy-funded habitat restoration project in Tijuana River Valley Regional Park. Additionally, the agenda includes second readings for fee ordinances for the Departments of Agriculture, Land Development, and Environmental Health, as well as a public hearing for street lighting district levies.
- Adoption of ordinance forming Underground Utility District No. 118 on Bonita Road in Sweetwater
- Authorization to award construction contract for $2,350,000 Tijuana River Valley habitat restoration project
- Second reading of fee ordinances for Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures
- Second reading of fee and deposit ordinances for Land Development
- Second reading of fee and deposit ordinances for Department of Environmental Health and Quality
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
SANITATION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on two budget adjustments for the Sanitation District. The first allocates $1,575,000 to cover increased construction costs for the Jamacha Main Sewer Improvement project. The second allocates $800,000 to cover increased maintenance and fuel costs for the vehicle fleet. Both increases are funded by the prior year Sanitation District Fund balance.
- Increase Sanitation District budget by $1,575,000 for Jamacha Main Sewer Improvement project (Project 1022027)
- Increase Sanitation District budget by $800,000 for vehicle maintenance and fuel costs
- Total fiscal impact of $2,375,000 funded by prior year fund balance
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
SANITATION DISTRICT
The San Diego County Sanitation District Board will adopt a resolution approving updates to the Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) for Districts 1, 2, and 4. This action is required by the California State Water Resources Control Board to comply with waste discharge regulations and avoid notices of violation. The updates include organizational changes, clarifying language, and technological improvements like SmartCovers and a new Asset Management system. There is no fiscal impact, no change in net General Fund cost, and no additional staff years associated with this approval.
- Adoption of resolution approving updates to the Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) for Districts 1, 2 & 4
- Compliance with California State Water Resources Control Board Waste Discharge Requirements Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ
- Updates include organizational changes, clarifying language, and technological improvements (SmartCovers, new Asset Management system)
- No fiscal impact or change in net General Fund cost reported for the action
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is deciding on a $865,000 construction project for new living quarters at San Pasqual Fire Station 84 and the acceptance of $2,402,082 in state tobacco grant funds. The agenda also includes a single-source contract for secure parking for District Attorney vehicles and a public hearing on immigration enforcement access. Additionally, the Board will select its 2025 leadership and discuss various resolutions regarding elections and climate change.
- Single-source contract with ACE Parking Inc. for 200 secure spaces near the Hall of Justice, estimated at $400,000 per year.
- Construction of a four-bedroom modular home for San Pasqual Fire Station 84, costing approximately $865,000.
- Acceptance of $2,402,082 in California Department of Justice grant funds for the Tobacco Retail Licensing program (2025-2028).
- Public hearing on an ordinance amending charges and fees for County Fire, EMS, and County Service Area 17.
- Selection of the Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair Pro Tem for the 2025 Board of Supervisors.
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is meeting to set a public hearing for May 7, 2025, to approve the acquisition of approximately 540 acres to expand the Santa Ysabel County Preserve. The Board will also ratify over $140,000 in donations to the Department of Parks and Recreation and submit the annual report of maintained roads to the state. A public hearing is also noticed for an appeal regarding a self-storage major use permit.
- Set hearing for May 7, 2025, to approve purchase of ~540 acres from Palo Verde Land Development, LP for $5,115,000
- Ratify acceptance of $140,912.81 in gifts and donations to Department of Parks and Recreation
- Submit Annual Report of the County’s Maintained Roads - 2024 to the State Department of Transportation
- Notice public hearing for appeal of Secure Space Self-Storage (Quarry Storage) Major Use Permit
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
HOUSING AUTHORITY
The San Diego County Housing Authority is holding a public hearing to adopt its Five-Year Agency Plan (FY 2025-29) and Annual Agency Plan (FY 2025-26) for submission to HUD. The board will also authorize the solicitation of a new property management contract for 121 public housing units in Chula Vista, with estimated costs of $1.4 million for FY 2025-26. These actions establish local rules for the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs, which serve approximately 11,150 low-income households.
- Adoption of the Public Housing Agency Five-Year Agency Plan for FY 2025-29 and Annual Agency Plan for FY 2025-26
- Approval of the Public Housing Capital Fund Five-Year Action Plan for FY 2025-29
- Authorization to solicit and award a property management contract for 121 public housing units in Chula Vista
- Estimated cost of $1.4 million in FY 2025-26 for property management services
- Authorization to apply for additional program funding and expand partnerships
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to adopt the Valley Center Road Corridor Concept Plan, which includes traffic safety improvements like a roundabout and new signals. The Board will also continue the local emergency proclamation regarding U.S.-Mexico transboundary pollution. One item concerning the annexation of the Troy Street Sleeping Cabins site into the San Diego County Sanitation District was withdrawn from the agenda.
- Adoption of the Valley Center Road Corridor Concept Plan and accompanying ordinance for a 2.5-mile corridor in Valley Center
- Continuation of the Local Emergency Proclamation for U.S.-Mexico Transboundary Pollution Environmental Crisis
- Withdrawal of the resolution for annexation of the Troy Street Sleeping Cabins site into the San Diego County Sanitation District
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - Special Meeting
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss the region's behavioral healthcare system. The agenda includes a conference update on the Substance Use Disorder Optimal Care Pathways model. The Board will direct the Chief Administrative Officer to return with further updates on this model in August 2025. There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with these recommendations.
- Receive information on the Substance Use Disorder Optimal Care Pathways model
- Direct the Chief Administrative Officer to return with updates in August 2025
- Discuss progress on crisis stabilization units and mobile crisis response teams
- Review integration of behavioral health with housing, healthcare, and public safety
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will select its Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair Pro Tem for the 2025 calendar year. The board is also scheduled to adopt ordinances amending the Compensation Ordinance and Administrative Code, which reflects an estimated $0.1 million in salary and benefits costs for Fiscal Year 2024-25 due to California minimum wage increases. Additionally, the board will approve various appointments to county boards and commissions.
- Selection of Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair Pro Tem for the 2025 Board of Supervisors
- Adoption of ordinances amending the Compensation Ordinance and Administrative Code Sections 492 and 493
- Estimated fiscal impact of $0.1 million in Salaries & Benefits costs for Fiscal Year 2024-25
- Approval of various appointments to boards, commissions, and committees including Arts and Culture, Planning, and Health Services
- Closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation cases
The Board of Supervisors could not elect a chair for 2025 after two motions failed on tie votes, leaving the position vacant. The board approved two ordinances amending county compensation and administrative code, and made numerous appointments to boards and commissions. It also authorized County Counsel to initiate litigation in closed session.
- Motion to appoint Lawson-Remer as chair and Montgomery Steppe as vice chair failed (2-1-1 abstention)
- Substitute motion to appoint Desmond as chair failed on tie vote (2-2)
- Approved Ordinance No. 10930 amending Compensation Ordinance (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 10931 amending Administrative Code Sections 492 and 493 (4-0)
- Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (4-0)
- Authorized County Counsel to initiate litigation (closed session item J)