Shasta County, California

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss adding limitations on eminent domain (Measure E) and provisions for filling elected department head vacancies (Measure F) to the County Charter. The meeting also includes awarding a public works contract and reviewing election certifications.

• Proposed charter amendment to limit eminent domain (Measure E) for November 3, 2026 election
• Proposed charter amendment regarding filling elected department head vacancies (Measure F)
• Award of $130,500 contract to MIDCAL DREDGING, INC. for 2026 Fall River Mills Septage Impoundment 1 Cleanout Project
• Approval of letters of support for AB 2604 (ballot curing) and SB 1420 (vote by mail/early voting)
• Certification of nominations and results from the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing on a zone amendment for the Brian & Jennifer Johnson Family Trust to extend the payment timeframe for document handling fees. Consent items include a $7.5 million renewal for adult residential mental health services, a letter opposing a Caltrans roundabout on SR 44 at Silverbridge Road, and budget amendments for a building addition project at 1265 Redwood Blvd. The Board will also certify the June 2 special election results for Congressional District 1 and receive an update from the County Executive Officer.

• Letter opposing Caltrans roundabout at State Route 44 and Silverbridge Road (C3)
• Renewal agreement with Vista Pacifica Enterprises for adult mental health treatment, not to exceed $7,500,000 (C11)
• Budget amendments for Ag Remodel & Building Addition at 1265 Redwood Blvd, totaling $1,050,000 (C18)
• Grant amendment with CalFire for greenhouse gas reduction, increasing by $290,000 to $1,289,036.48 (C1)
• Zone Amendment 26-0001 for Brian & Jennifer Johnson Family Trust to extend fee payment deadline (R7)

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors approved multiple contract renewals for mental health, child welfare, and public health services, alongside budget amendments totaling $1.575 million for facility upgrades at 1265 Redwood Blvd. The board enacted a zoning amendment to extend payment deadlines for specific filing fees related to a property line adjustment at 10921 Old Oregon Trail in Redding, and continued parcel charges to fund Siskiyou County solid waste disposal operations. These contract renewals and budget allocations direct county funding toward behavioral health care, infrastructure projects, and regional waste management services that support local public safety and community resources.

• Ratified grant amendment with Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection (+$290,000 for GHG reduction)
• Approved opposition letter to Caltrans regarding proposed roundabout on State Route/Highway 44 at Silverbridge Road
• Approved budget amendments totaling $1.575 million for the Ag Remodel & Building Addition project at 1265 Redwood Blvd
• Enacted zoning amendment extending fee payment deadlines for a property line adjustment at 10921 Old Oregon Trail, Redding
• Continued parcel charges for Fiscal Year 2026-27 to fund Siskiyou County solid waste disposal facilities
• Approved contract renewals with Vista Pacifica Enterprises ($7.5 million) and other providers for mental health services
• Certified results of the June 2, 2026 Congressional District 1 Special Election
• Voted 4-0 in closed session to defend a legal claim and hire outside counsel

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will meet to adopt the recommended budget for the Air Quality Management District for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The Board will also consider updating business operation policies and designating contract execution authority to the County Executive Officer.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Shasta County Air Quality Management District Budget
• Repeal of APCB Resolution No. 2014-03 and revision of business operation policies
• Designation of authority for the Shasta County Executive Officer to execute agreements and contracts

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The In-Home Support Services Public Authority will meet to consider a routine administrative action. The body is deciding whether to approve an insurance agreement for liability, workers' compensation, and property coverage.

• Approval of an evergreen Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with Golden State Risk Management Authority for insurance coverage

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider introducing two charter amendments—one limiting eminent domain, another setting rules for filling elected department head vacancies—and call a November 2026 election. They will also adopt the FY 2026-27 budget, consider an AI use resolution, and adjust public comment rules. Numerous routine items are on the consent calendar, including a $627,200 audit contract and a mental health program increase.

• Introduce charter amendments on eminent domain limits and filling elected department head vacancies, with election in Nov 2026
• Adopt FY 2026-27 budget and salary schedule
• Adopt resolution on responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI)
• Direct changes to public comment rules: remove four-item limit, extend open time to 30 minutes
• Approve $627,200 renewal audit contract with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP

The Board of Supervisors adopted the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget, including the salary schedule and position allocations. They also approved resolutions calling for elections on November 3, 2026, regarding eminent domain and filling elected department vacancies. Additionally, the Board updated public comment rules following Senate Bill 707 implementation.

• Adopted FY 2026-27 Budget, salary schedule, and position allocations
• Approved renewal of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP audit services through 2031 for up to $627,200
• Approved Kings View mental health program compensation increase of $385,400
• Authorized Churn Creek Road & Balls Ferry Road pavement project bids starting July 16, 2026
• Approved retroactive use of $235,057 in the Victim Witness Budget
• Adopted resolution for November 3, 2026, election regarding eminent domain limitations
• Adopted resolution for November 3, 2026, election regarding filling elected department vacancies
• Updated public comment rules to increase maximum time to 30 minutes

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency will meet to consider the adoption of the budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The item is listed as having no General Fund impact.

• Resolution to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Water Agency Budget

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will vote on adopting the FY2026-27 budget, including position allocations and salary schedule. They will also consider retroactively using $140,034 in restricted fund balance for the PHA Housing Assistance Admin Budget. A consent item proposes a budget amendment increasing appropriations by $266,000 and decreasing revenue by $427,454 for the PHA Housing Assistance Budget.

• Adopt resolution for FY2026-27 Housing Authority Budget, Schedule of Position Allocations, and County Salary Schedule (R1)
• Approve retroactive use of $140,034 Restricted Fund Balance in PHA Housing Assistance Admin Budget (R2)
• Approve budget amendment increasing appropriations $266,000 and decreasing revenue $427,454 for PHA Housing Assistance Budget (C1)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The In-Home Support Services Public Authority will consider adopting a resolution for Fiscal Year 2026-27, which includes the authority's budget, schedule of position allocations, and the county salary schedule. The item has no general fund impact and requires a simple majority vote. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Adopt resolution for FY 2026-27 IHSS Public Authority Budget, Position Allocations, and County Salary Schedule

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency will consider a consent calendar item to decrease appropriations by $45,000 in the Shasta County Water Budget. No other items are on the agenda.

• Approve a budget amendment decreasing appropriations by $45,000 in the Shasta County Water Budget (BU 0371).

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a large consent calendar including year-end budget amendments affecting multiple county funds, a letter supporting veterans legislation, an election budget amendment, a youth suicide prevention contract, and CEQA exemptions for wastewater and road repair projects. Regular calendar items include presentations on CSAC activities and the fire department annual report.

• Approve 36 budget amendments adjusting appropriations and revenues across county funds (C1)
• Approve $1,166,178 agreement with Lotus Educational Services for youth suicide prevention (C4)
• Approve $297,840 budget amendment for November 2025 special election costs (C3)
• Find JFK Memorial Drive slide repair project CEQA-exempt under emergency provisions (C6)
• Find CSA 17 Cottonwood wastewater treatment plant planning CEQA-exempt (C5)

The Board of Supervisors approved numerous year-end budget amendments across multiple county departments. Additional actions included approving a youth suicide prevention contract, several environmental exemptions for public works projects, and an order regarding property taxes.

• Approved various year-end budget amendments to align projected budgets
• Approved letter of support for Assembly Bill 2219
• Approved election administration budget amendment for November 4, 2025, Special Election
• Approved Lotus Educational Services, Inc. contract for youth suicide prevention up to $1,166,178
• Declared Cottonwood Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades project categorically exempt
• Declared JFK Memorial Drive Slide Repair project categorically exempt
• Declared West Central Landfill Unit 5A Project categorically exempt
• Approved Lake City Towing & Recovery agreement amendment

In-Home Supportive Services Regular Meeting: : Budget Hearings, Day 2

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2026, to consider adopting its Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget. The hearing includes receiving the County Executive Officer's overview, making revisions, approving budget units without formal appeals, and directing preparation of an adopted budget resolution. A consent calendar item approving April 7, 2026, minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing to consider the FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget for the IHSS Public Authority
• Opportunity for the board to make revisions, reductions, or additions to the recommended budget
• Approval of budget units not formally appealed (no appeals received)
• Direction to County Executive Officer to prepare a FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget Resolution
• Consent calendar: approval of meeting minutes from April 7, 2026

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: : Budget Hearings, Day 2

The Housing Authority will conduct a public hearing to approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan. The body will also receive and consider revisions to the recommended FY 2026-27 budget. Budget hearings are scheduled to commence on June 11, 2026.

• Budget amendment increasing appropriations by $45,900 in the PHA Housing Assistance Budget (BU 593)
• Public hearing and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan
• Review and potential revision of the FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget
• Budget hearings commencing June 11, 2026

Water Agency Regular Meeting: : Budget Hearings, Day 2

The Shasta County Water Agency will conduct a scheduled public hearing on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. to receive and consider the FY 2026‑27 recommended budget. The agency may revise, reduce, or add to the budget after public comment and will vote to approve the budget and direct the County Executive Officer to prepare an adopted budget resolution. A consent calendar item will approve the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting.

• R1: Scheduled public hearing for FY 2026‑27 Water Agency budget on June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
• C1: Approve minutes of the meeting held on January 20, 2026.
• Consider revisions, reductions, or additions to the recommended budget after public comment.
• Vote to approve the budget unit with no formal appeals received.
• Direct the County Executive Officer to prepare a FY 2026‑27 adopted budget resolution.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 4

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider various administrative agreements, budget amendments, and grant applications. The session includes the establishment of the county's appropriations limit for the upcoming fiscal year and a scheduled hearing regarding the annual budget.

• Establishment of the FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $323,409,861
• Renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services, LLC for the Day Reporting Center not to exceed $6,194,524
• Acceptance of a $1,297,074 Community Mental Health Services Block Grant
• Approval of a $2,189,824 grant application for substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services
• General Fund loans up to $50,000 for Fall River Mills Airport and Alpine Meadows Sewer/Water, and $500,000 for Cottonwood Sewer

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 3

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to conduct routine administrative actions and budget amendments. The session includes the establishment of the county's appropriations limit for the upcoming fiscal year and the review of various grant applications and service contracts.

• Resolution establishing the FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $323,409,861
• Renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services, LLC for the Day Reporting Center not to exceed $6,194,524
• Community Mental Health Services Block Grant allocation of $1,297,074
• Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant application for $2,189,824
• General Fund loans to Fall River Mills Airport, CSA 13 Alpine Meadows, and CSA 17 Cottonwood totaling up to $600,000

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 2

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine administrative approvals and budget amendments. The session includes establishing the county's appropriations limit and reviewing various grant applications and service contracts.

• Establishment of the FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $323,409,861
• Renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services, LLC for the Day Reporting Center not to exceed $6,194,524
• Acceptance of a $1,297,074 Community Mental Health Services Block Grant
• Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant application for $2,189,824
• General Fund loans to cover negative cash balances for Cottonwood Sewer ($500,000), Fall River Mills Airport ($50,000), and Alpine Meadows Sewer/Water ($50,000)

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The Shasta County Water Agency holds a regular meeting to commence the FY 2026-27 budget hearing process. They will receive the recommended budget overview, consider revisions, and schedule a public hearing for Thursday, June 11, 2026. The consent calendar includes approval of the January 20, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Approve minutes of the January 20, 2026 meeting
• Receive FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget and County Executive Officer's overview
• Consider revisions, reductions, or additions to the Recommended Budget
• Conduct a public hearing on the budget on June 11, 2026
• Direct preparation of a FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget Resolution

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority meets to approve prior minutes and formally schedule the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget hearings, which will begin on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The budget hearings will include receiving the recommended budget, considering revisions, and conducting a public hearing. No formal appeals to budget units have been received. This is a procedural meeting to launch the budget adoption process.

• Consent calendar: approve minutes of April 7, 2026
• Scheduled hearing (R1) for FY 2026-27 IHSS Public Authority budget commencing June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
• County Executive Officer to present overview of the recommended budget
• Opportunity for public comment on budget revisions before and during hearings
• No General Fund impact noted for budget-related items

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The Housing Authority will start its two-day budget hearings for fiscal year 2026-27, with a scheduled public hearing on June 11. The board will also consider a consent calendar item increasing appropriations by $45,900 in the PHA Housing Assistance Budget, offset by restricted funds. A public hearing and adoption of the FY 2026-27 PHA Annual Plan is on the regular calendar.

• Approve $45,900 budget amendment in PHA Housing Assistance Budget (BU 593)
• Conduct public hearing and adopt resolution for FY 2026-27 PHA Annual Plan
• Commence FY 2026-27 Housing Authority budget hearings (public hearing June 11)
• Hear County Executive Officer's overview of recommended budget
• Consider directing preparation of adopted budget resolution

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Air Pollution Control Board will hold a public hearing to consider increasing the AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Fee from $3.00 to $6.00 per vehicle and adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items and the acceptance of the FY 2024-25 audit.

• Increase AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Fee from $3.00 to $6.00 per vehicle
• Adopt Shasta County Air Quality Management District FY 2026-27 Budget
• Accept Independent Auditors’ Report for FY 2024-25
• Approve April 21, 2026, Board minutes
• Conduct public hearing to repeal Air Pollution Control Resolution No. 97-6

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors is meeting for the first day of budget hearings. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as budget amendments, a $6.2 million probation contract renewal, a $2.2 million substance use block grant, and the FY 2026-27 appropriations limit. The scheduled public hearing on the annual budget (Item R8) will commence on June 9.

• Approve $6.2 million renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services LLC for the Day Reporting Center (C17).
• Approve $2.2 million Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant application (C14).
• Accept $1.3 million Community Mental Health Services Block Grant from California DHCS (C13).
• Set FY 2026-27 appropriations limit at $323,409,861 (C6).
• Approve General Fund loans up to $600,000 total for Fall River Mills Airport, CSA 13 Alpine Meadows Sewer/Water, and CSA 17 Cottonwood Sewer (C21).

The Board of Supervisors approved several budget amendments and established the county's annual appropriations limit. Additional actions included approving various service agreements, renewing local emergency proclamations, and directing staff on zoning amendments.

• Established $323,409,861 appropriations limit for FY 2026-27
• Approved budget transfers of $38,204 (BU 103), $66,465 (BU 173), and $104,669 (BU 166)
• Approved GEO Reentry Services, LLC renewal up to $6,194,524 through June 2031
• Accepted $1,297,074 Community Mental Health Services Block Grant
• Approved $2,189,824 Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services grant application
• Approved SB 1 road project list for FY 2026-27
• Approved FY 2025-26 General Fund loans for Fall River Mills Airport, CSA 13, and CSA 17
• Directed staff to return Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning amendment to Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss the initiation of one potential litigation case.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case

The Board conducted a closed session concerning potential litigation. Staff were directed to release all legally permissible information related to a matter under the jurisdiction of the secretary of state’s office as soon as possible.

• Directed staff to release information regarding a Secretary of State matter

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation.

• Closed session regarding Katske v. Clint Curtis et al., Shasta County Court Case No. CV-26210685

The Board conducted a closed session regarding two legal cases. For Case No. 26CV-210685, the Board authorized the defense of named employees but denied requests for outside counsel to be paid by the County.

• Authorized defense for employees in Case No. 26CV-210685
• Denied request for outside counsel at County expense for Case No. 26CV-210685

Assessment Appeals Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Assessment Appeals Board will hold hearings on several property tax appeals, including those from Target Corporation, Walmart Stores Inc., and other businesses. The board will also consider requests for first-time postponements, accept withdrawals and stipulations, and set the date for 2027 hearings.

• Hear appeals from Target Corporation (APN 800-004-065-000) and Walmart Stores Inc. (APNs 800-005-048-000, 800-007-186-000)
• Hear appeals from Ronald Compton (APNs 306-290-006-000, 910-807-493-000), John L. Ogden, and Block 7 Retail Investors LLC
• Consider first-time postponement requests from Gregory E. Hawes, Wells Fargo, H&S Energy LLC, Cogent Communications LLC, and others
• Accept withdrawals and stipulations from Hatchet Ridge Wind LLC, Prime Healthcare Services-Shasta LLC, Bel Air Estates Redding LLC, and others
• Set the date for the 2027 Assessment Appeals Board hearings

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will receive a presentation on a potential UC Davis School of Medicine regional branch campus in Redding and an update on the county's stayreadyshasta.com disaster preparedness website. The consent calendar includes approving a $1,439,541 contract for juvenile rehabilitation programming, authorizing demolition of the Old Shasta County Courthouse with a $250,000 budget amendment, and adopting positions on several state bills.

• Receive presentation on potential UC Davis School of Medicine regional branch campus in Redding
• Approve $1,439,541 renewal agreement with GEO Reentry Services for interventions at the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility and River’s Edge Academy
• Authorize demolition of Old Shasta County Courthouse and parking lot design, with $250,000 budget amendment (Contract No. 610005)
• Adopt letters of opposition for AB 2276 (speed assistance), AB 2494 (forest management), and AB 2530 (plant closings)
• Approve letters of support for AB 2310 and SB 1230 on illegal dumping

The Board of Supervisors approved the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan and several contract renewals. Action included approving budget amendments for courthouse demolition, sewer/water projects, and social services loans.

• Approved 2026-2031 Strategic Plan
• Approved GHD, Inc. agreement for Old Shasta County Courthouse demolition and parking lot design
• Approved GEO Reentry Services, LLC renewal up to $1,439,541
• Approved budget amendments for courthouse demolition totaling $550,000 across various budgets
• Approved budget amendment for County Service Area 13-Alpine Meadows Sewer/Water
• Approved General Fund loan extension for Social Services Fund
• Approved General Fund loan up to $10,000,000 for HHSA negative cash balance
• Appointed Geoff Stebbins to the Burney Cemetery District term ending January 7, 2030

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss funding transparency for non-profits and hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment for a 1.5-acre property. The meeting also includes several contract renewals for election services and fire department administration.

• Proposed zoning change for 17014 Keswick Dam Road from Interim Rural Residential to One-Family Residential to allow a six-parcel subdivision
• Renewal agreement with Runbeck Election Services, LLC for print and mail services not to exceed $3,500,000
• Renewal agreement with California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for fire department administration not to exceed $11,281,827
• Amendment to Hart InterCivic, Inc. agreement increasing maximum compensation by $350,000
• Public hearing to appoint John Heath as Interim Public Works Director at $17,144 per month

The Board unanimously approved a retroactive renewal agreement with Runbeck Election Services, LLC for election print and mail services up to $3.5 million. It also approved several contract amendments, budget adjustments, and proclamations, and directed staff to draft a non‑profit funding policy for July. A motion to postpone a transparency standards item failed because it lacked a second.

• Approved retroactive renewal with Runbeck Election Services, LLC for election print and mail services up to $3,500,000 (unanimously carried)
• Approved amendment to CSG Consulting agreement, raising max compensation to $150,000 and extending term to June 30 2029 (unanimously carried)
• Approved renewal of Runbeck Elections Services Agilis Ballot Sorting System license up to $200,000 (unanimously carried)
• Approved amendment to Hart InterCivic agreement, increasing max compensation by $350,000 and extending term 3 years (unanimously carried)
• Approved amendment to DFM Associates master agreement, raising monthly lease fee to $7,865 (unanimously carried)
• Approved Housing CalHOME budget amendment increasing net county cost by $195,317 (unanimously carried)
• Adopted proclamation designating May 3‑9 2026 as National Correctional Officers’ Week (unanimously carried)
• Directed staff to develop a non‑profit funding policy for July consideration (unanimously carried)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Housing Authority will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting and a budget amendment that raises appropriations by $800,645 and revenues by $719,912 in the PHA Housing Assistance Budget (BU 593) using General Purpose Restricted Funds. A public comment period will allow residents to speak on agenda or non‑agenda matters before the board votes.

• Approve minutes of the meeting held on December 9, 2025 (C1).
• Approve budget amendment increasing appropriations by $800,645 and revenues by $719,912 in the PHA Housing Assistance Budget (BU 593) (C2).
• Public comment – open time for residents to address the board.

Assessment Appeals Board Regular Meeting

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the conduct of Clerk and Registrar of Voters Clint Curtis and consider adopting a resolution of censure based on findings of managerial misconduct. The item has no reported General Fund impact and requires a simple majority vote. After the open session, the Board will enter a closed session to consider the appointment of a new Public Works Director under Government Code section 54957. Public comment is allowed on regular calendar items before the Board’s consideration.

• Consider resolution of censure against Clerk and Registrar of Voters Clint Curtis (no General Fund impact)
• Closed session (~15 min) to discuss appointment of Public Works Director (Gov’t Code §54957)
• Routine consent calendar items to be acted on without discussion

The Board unanimously waived attorney‑client privilege on the Oppenheimer investigation report. A substitute motion deferred the adoption of a censure resolution against County Clerk Clint Curtis until after the June 2026 Primary Election is certified (3‑2 vote). The Board recessed to a closed session to discuss a public‑works director appointment, but no reportable action was taken.

• Waived attorney‑client privilege on Oppenheimer Report (unanimous roll call)
• Deferred adoption of censure resolution for Clerk Clint Curtis until after June 2026 Primary Election (3‑2 vote)
• Recessed to Closed Session to consider public works director appointment; no action taken

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board will consider a Consent Calendar item approving an agreement with Good News Rescue Mission to build a 75‑bed Medi‑Cal certified substance‑use disorder treatment center, with funding up to $2,206,000 and an advance payment of $1,103,000. Additional items include routine approvals such as a proclamation for Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month, a renewal contract for elderly residential care services, and a budget amendment for water‑meter replacement projects. The Board will also hear presentations on fire‑safety programs, a potential medical school, and legislative updates, and will hold a closed‑session discussion on pending and anticipated litigation.

• Approve agreement with Good News Rescue Mission for 75‑bed treatment facility, up to $2,206,000 with $1,103,000 advance
• Adopt proclamation designating April 2026 as Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month
• Renew agreement with The Gold Home for elderly residential care services, up to $1,840,400
• Budget amendment increasing Jones Valley Water Admin budget by $70,000 for meter replacement and SCADA upgrades
• Consider request for Commission on Aging studies of senior suicide and senior homelessness

The Board of Supervisors voted 4‑1 to adopt the recommended positions on a package of state bills, authorizing the County Executive Officer to draft and send position letters. The Board also unanimously approved several consent‑calendar items, including a $2.2 M agreement for a 75‑bed substance‑use treatment facility and a $70 K water‑meter replacement budget amendment. All actions were recorded as adopted during the April 21, 2026 regular meeting.

• Approved Board positions on pending legislation (4‑1 vote) and authorized CEO to send letters
• Approved Good News Rescue Mission agreement for 75‑bed treatment facility, up to $2,206,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation designating April 2026 as Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for U.S. Senate Bill 4182 (FARM Home Loans Act) (unanimous)
• Renewed The Gold Home residential care agreement, up to $1,840,400 (unanimous)
• Approved DeMar‑Foote sober‑living services agreement, up to $350,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑038 updating the General Assistance Program Manual (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 budget amendment for Jones Valley Water Meter Replacement project (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The board will hold two public hearings: one on the 2024 Air Toxics 'Hot Spots' Annual Report and one to adopt the 2024 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan with a CEQA exemption. The consent calendar includes approving an MOU with Glenn County to redirect up to $545,236 in unspent Carl Moyer Program funds and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approve MOU with Glenn County Air Pollution Control District redirecting up to $545,236 in Carl Moyer funds
• Approve minutes of March 24, 2026 meeting
• Receive and discuss 2024 Air Toxics 'Hot Spots' Annual Report (public hearing)
• Adopt 2024 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan for Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area (public hearing, CEQA exemption)

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted Resolution 2026-03, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Glenn County Air Pollution Control District that redirects up to $545,236 of unspent Carl Moyer Program funds to that district. The board also adopted Resolution 2026-04, adopting the Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area 2024 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan and finding it exempt from CEQA. The board approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-03 approving MOU to redirect up to $545,236 Carl Moyer funds to Glenn County APCD (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-04 adopting Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area 2024 Triennial Air Quality Attainment Plan and CEQA exemption (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 24, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The In-Home Support Services Public Authority will meet to discuss administrative budget changes and hold a closed session with labor negotiators. The body is also reviewing minutes from late 2025 meetings.

• Budget amendment to increase appropriations by $59,185 and revenues by $83,566 in the IHSS Publ Auth Admin Budget (BU H51)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators from Service Employees International Union, Local 2015
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 21 and December 16, 2025

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a 2022 amendment to the 2013 Sewer Master Plan for County Service Area No. 17-Cottonwood. Other business includes reviewing a housing progress report and approving various county contracts and lease agreements.

• Amendment to the 2013 Sewer Master Plan for CSA No. 17-Cottonwood
• Renewal lease for office space at 1643 Market Street, Redding
• Acceptance of the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Successor MOU and salary resolution for UPEC-Professional (May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2027)
• Resolution establishing a three-year time period for tax-defaulted non-residential commercial property

The Shasta County Board unanimously approved the Federal Apportionment Exchange Program and State Match Program Agreement, allocating $672,168 to exchange Regional Surface Transportation Program funds for State Highway Funds. The Board also adopted several resolutions and contracts, including the Cascade Village Apartments completion, employee of the month recognition, and multiple IT and public works agreements. A future discussion on nonprofit funding transparency was directed to staff.

• Approved $672,168 transportation funding exchange with Caltrans (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-033 recognizing Cascade Village Apartments construction completion (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-034 approving the transportation funding exchange (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-035 certifying 1,179.437 miles of road maintained (unanimous)
• Approved lease for 13,000 sq ft office space at 1643 Market St, Redding ($16,803.42/mo) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of VMware Cloud Foundation license ($225,210 max) (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Pavement Engineering contract, increasing max compensation to $200,000 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to agenda a future discussion on nonprofit funding transparency (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board Special Meeting

The Shasta County Assessment Appeals Board will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair for 2026, receive a training session from Legal Counsel James Underwood, and consider moving the April 29‑May 1, 2026 hearings to a later date. Each item will be decided by a simple majority vote except the training, which requires no vote.

• R1 – Elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair for calendar year 2026 (simple majority vote)
• R2 – Receive training from James Underwood, Legal Counsel, on board duties (no vote)
• R3 – Consider rescheduling the 2026 Assessment Appeals Board hearings from April 29‑May 1 to a later date (simple majority vote)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will receive an update from the County Executive Officer and adopt a proclamation designating April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. It will approve a $1,920,506 match from the Opioid Litigation Settlement to fund the Pathways to Leadership Campus Expansion under the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program. The Board will also hold a public hearing to deny the appeal of Use Permit 24-0009 and affirm related Planning Commission decisions.

• R2 – Adopt proclamation designating April 2026 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month”.
• R3 – Approve $1,920,506 from the Opioid Litigation Settlement as match funding for the Pathways to Leadership Campus Expansion project.
• C9 – Award a $1,960,000 contract to Gifford Construction, Inc. for the Ag Remodel & Building Addition at 1265 Redwood Blvd.
• C3 – Approve a $3,760,457 budget amendment for the Community Development Block Grant‑Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Program.
• R5 – Conduct a public hearing to deny the appeal of Use Permit 24-0009 and affirm the Planning Commission’s CEQA determination.

The Board unanimously adopted a proclamation naming April 2026 Child Abuse Prevention Month. It approved a $1,920,506 budget amendment to use opioid‑settlement funds as match funding for the Pathways to Leadership Campus Expansion and issued a contingent letter of support (vote 4‑1). Supervisors appointed two new members and four alternates to the Assessment Appeals Board (unanimous). Additional consent‑calendar actions included appointing a public‑health advisory board member, a $3.76 M CDBG disaster‑recovery housing amendment, a $1.96 M construction contract for an Ag‑Remodel project, and three on‑call geotechnical service agreements.

• Adopted proclamation designating April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Approved $1,920,506 Opioid Settlement budget amendment for Pathways to Leadership Campus Expansion (4-1)
• Approved letter of support for the campus project, contingent on external letters (4-1)
• Appointed Kurt Swanson and Josh Barker as Assessment Appeals Board members; appointed four alternates (unanimous)
• Appointed Arthur Gorman to the Public Health Advisory Board (Long voted no)
• Approved $3,760,457 CDBG Admin/Rehab budget amendment for disaster‑recovery multifamily housing (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,960,000 contract to Gifford Construction for Ag Remodel at 1265 Redwood Blvd and adjusted related budgets (unanimous)
• Approved three on‑call geotechnical service agreements, each up to $350,000 (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Special Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will meet to discuss administrative items and a marketing contract. The board is deciding on an agreement for public outreach regarding prescribed fires.

• Agreement with Redding Advertising, Inc. (dba Media Plus Advertising and Marketing) for prescribed fire public outreach marketing services

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved an agreement with Redding Advertising, Inc., dba Media Plus Advertising and Marketing, to provide marketing services for public outreach about prescribed fires. The contract is limited to $100,000 and runs from the signing date through June 30, 2028. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its February 24, 2026 meeting.

• Approved $100,000 marketing services contract with Redding Advertising, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several labor agreements and a fiber optic infrastructure contract. The meeting includes appointments to the Assessment Appeals Board and the Buckeye Fire Protection District Board of Directors.

• Award contract to Bullert Industrial Electric, Inc. for $504,812.60 for the Shasta County Fiber Optic Re-Route
• Renewal lease agreement with J-3 Investments, LP for space at 1405, 1415, 1421, and 1423 Court Street
• Successor MOUs and salary resolutions for Teamsters Local #137 (MMBU, Trades and Crafts, DCIU, and SUPV units)
• Agreement with Mediko, Inc. for medical services at the Shasta County Jail from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029
• Letter of Support for Assembly Bill (AB) 442 regarding the Z’berg-Nejedly Forest Practice Act of 1973

The Board approved the award of Contract No. 610058 to Bullert Industrial Electric, Inc. for the Shasta County Fiber Optic Re‑Route at a lump‑sum price of $504,812.60 and authorized $742,000 of budget amendments across the Capital Outlay, General, and Roads budgets. The Board also postponed making Assessment Appeals Board appointments to the next regular meeting and directed staff to consider all qualified applicants.

• Awarded Shasta County Fiber Optic Re‑Route contract to Bullert Industrial Electric, Inc. for $504,812.60 (unanimous)
• Approved $742,000 budget amendments in Capital Outlay, General, and Roads budgets (unanimous)
• Approved renewal lease with J‑3 Investments, LP for Court Street space at $8,406.05 per month (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Denney, Nicholas S. Braun, and Michael Smith to Buckeye Fire Protection District Board (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Assembly Bill 442 (unanimous)
• Amended PACE Engineering on‑call support agreement, increasing max compensation to $150,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted multiple Teamsters Local #137 MOU and Salary Resolutions for various bargaining units (unanimous)
• Postponed Assessment Appeals Board appointments to next regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will convene a closed session during its March 3, 2026 special meeting. In that session, supervisors will meet with legal counsel to discuss the existing litigation identified as Jane Doe v. County of Shasta et al., case number 209919. No other regular‑calendar items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed Session – Conference with Legal Counsel on Jane Doe v. County of Shasta (Case No. 209919)

The Board voted 4‑1 to discuss the Jane Doe litigation in open session. It unanimously approved County Counsel’s authority to argue that the measure’s proponents may represent themselves. The Board then voted 4‑1 to decline funding an attorney for the Registrar of Voters and to prohibit use of County resources for that purpose.

• Motion to discuss Jane Doe litigation in open session approved 4-1 (Crye/Kelstrom motion)
• County Counsel granted authority to argue proponents can support their own position – approved unanimously
• Board declined to fund legal counsel for the Registrar of Voters and declined use of County resources – 4-1 vote

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss alleged misuse of public funds for campaigning by the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters. The body is also considering the FY 2026-27 proposed budget principles and various contract renewals.

• Discussion of alleged misuse of public funds for electioneering by the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters
• Renewal agreement with Invo Healthcare Associates, LLC for childhood trauma services not to exceed $1,194,735.36
• Agreement with Our Heroes’ Dreams for veteran recovery programs with a $250,000 budget amendment
• Parkville Road at Ash Creek Bridge Replacement Project including a PG&E utility agreement not to exceed $55,783.75
• Approval of budget principles and adoption schedule for the FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget

The Board adopted several consent‑calendar items, including appointing Scott Pewitt to the Planning Commission and approving letters of support for two federal Senate bills. It approved multiple contracts, notably a $1,194,735.36 agreement for Integrated Multidisciplinary Program to Address Childhood Trauma services and a $127,234.88 purchase of Dell servers. The Board also approved an agreement with Our Heroes’ Dreams to provide treatment for at‑risk veterans and authorized a future amendment to include first responders. Items on the Assessment Appeals Board appointment and an agreement with the County Office of Education were pulled for later consideration.

• Appointed Scott Pewitt to Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved letters of support for Senate Bills S.1323 and S.2744 (4-0)
• Approved legal services agreement with Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard up to $250,000 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Elizondo Law Corp legal services up to $340,000 (4-0)
• Approved scanning services agreement with SyTech Solutions up to $119,816 (4-0)
• Approved $1,194,735.36 IMPACT childhood‑trauma services contract (4-0)
• Approved purchase of four Dell servers for $127,234.88 and related budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved Our Heroes’ Dreams veteran treatment agreement and future amendment for first responders (4-0)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will review resolutions to accept and manage grant funding for air quality and heat impact programs. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous December and January meetings.

• Application for 2022 Climate Heat Impact Response Program (CHIRP) funds in a tentative amount of $298,012
• Amendment to Community Air Protection Program (CAPP) Incentives Year 3 grant agreement for $75,224 through June 30, 2027

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted Resolution 2026‑01, ratifying the officer’s signature to receive $298,012 in Climate Heat Impact Response Program (CHIRP) funds and authorizing related expenditures. It also adopted Resolution 2026‑02, ratifying the officer’s signature to receive $75,224 for Community Air Protection Program (CAPP) Incentives Year 3 funds and authorizing related expenditures. Both resolutions were approved by a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 and January 20, 2026 meetings.

• Adopted Resolution 2026‑01 for $298,012 CHIRP funds (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑02 for $75,224 CAPP Incentives Year 3 funds (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 16 2025 and Jan 20 2026 meetings

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will recess to a closed session lasting about 30 minutes. In that session they will confer with legal counsel about the existing litigation titled Jane Doe v. County of Shasta et al., case No. 209919. Any reportable action will be presented in the open session after the closed session.

• Closed Session – conference with legal counsel on Jane Doe v. County of Shasta et al., case No. 209919 (estimated 30 minutes)

The Board recessed to a closed session to discuss the Jane Doe v. County of Shasta litigation. In that session Supervisors voted 4‑1, with Supervisor Crye dissenting, to take no position and let the court decide based on the filings. A motion to hold the discussion in open session failed for lack of a second. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Voted 4-1 to take no position in Jane Doe v. County of Shasta lawsuit (Supervisor Crye dissenting)
• Motion to discuss litigation in open session failed (no second)
• Recessed to closed session to discuss existing litigation

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss public health priorities for 2026 and alleged misuse of funds by the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters. The body is also deciding on several contract amendments and emergency road repair authorizations.

• Accept and administer $11,583,270 CDBG-DR Multifamily Housing grant for the City of Anderson
• Increase maximum compensation for Aloha Psychiatry, Inc. from $2,000,000 to $4,300,000
• Emergency authorization to repair county roads and bridges following December 2025 storm damage
• Budget amendment of $66,613 for public meeting engagement software from PublicInput, Inc.
• Budget amendment of $268,198 for the ARPA Voluntary Nuisance Abatement Cleanup Program

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of consent‑calendar items, including the acceptance of an $11,583,270 CDBG‑DR‑MHP grant for the City of Anderson and a first amendment to the Aloha Psychiatry agreement that raises the maximum compensation to $4,300,000. The Board also granted emergency authority for road and bridge repairs, approved a $207,875.46 purchase of a managed‑detection‑and‑response solution, and increased the Building Inspection ARPA cleanup budget by $268,198. Additional actions included appointing members to the Local Child Care and Development Planning Council and approving a memorandum of understanding for Livescan devices.

• Approved $11,583,270 CDBG‑DR‑MHP grant for Anderson (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Aloha Psychiatry contract, raising max compensation to $4,300,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency authority for road and bridge repairs, waiving competitive bidding (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Field Effect MDR solution up to $207,875.46 (unanimous)
• Approved $268,198 budget increase for Building Inspection ARPA cleanup program (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Integrated Public Safety for Livescan devices (unanimous)
• Appointed 15 members to the Shasta County Local Child Care and Development Planning Council (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive $12,000 increase to Nichols‑Melburg & Rossetto design contract (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency will meet to approve the minutes from June 2025 and appoint the 2026 Chair. The meeting will be held at the County Administrative Center in Redding.

• Approve minutes from June 9 and 24, 2025
• Approve 2026 Chair’s appointments
• Public comment period on consent calendar items
• Meeting held at 1450 Court Street, Suite 263, Redding

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will vote to elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair for 2026 (R1). It will also consider the Chair’s nomination of a member and an alternate to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (R2). The Consent Calendar items include approval of the 2026 meeting calendar (C1) and approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (C2). Public comment will be allowed before each agenda item.

• R1 – Elect the 2026 Air Pollution Control Board’s Chair and Vice‑Chair (no budget impact)
• R2 – Appoint one member and one alternate to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (no budget impact)
• C1 – Approve the 2026 Air Pollution Control Board’s meeting calendar (no budget impact)
• C2 – Approve the minutes of the August 12, 2025 meeting (no budget impact)
• Public comment period – open time for residents to address any agenda or non‑agenda matters

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously elected Member Crye as Chair and Member Harmon as Vice‑Chair for 2026. The Board also unanimously appointed Member Harmon to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council with Member Long as alternate. The Consent Calendar items – approval of the 2026 meeting calendar and approval of the August 12, 2025 minutes – were each adopted unanimously.

• Elected Crye Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Harmon Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Harmon to Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Long as alternate member to the Council (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider a retroactive DNA testing contract with Labcorp, approve emergency repairs for December 2025 storm damage, and appoint members to various boards and commissions. The meeting includes a presentation on veteran homelessness and a closed session regarding labor negotiations.

• Approve DNA testing contract with Labcorp not to exceed $13,500
• Approve emergency repair work for December 2025 storm damage
• Appoint members to Pine Grove Mosquito Abatement District
• Receive presentation on veteran homelessness
• Closed session to discuss labor negotiations

The Board adopted a resolution recognizing the January Employee of the Month and approved several funding and operational items, including a fire‑equipment grant and emergency road‑repair authority. It directed staff to bring back an item on County Clerk actions (4‑1 vote) and unanimously voted (5‑0) to defend the AMTRAK lawsuit by hiring outside counsel. The Board also approved strategic‑plan goals and a letter of support for a new medical school.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-008 recognizing Kimberly Stevens as Employee of the Month (unanimous)
• Motion to bring back Clerk/Registrar item failed (no second)
• Directed staff to bring back item on Clint Curtis, County Clerk actions (4‑1)
• Approved $18,870 fire‑equipment grant (total $37,740) (Resolution 2026-009)
• Adopted emergency repair authority waiving competitive bidding (Resolution 2026-010)
• Approved strategic‑plan goals and tasked committee to deliver implementation plan (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Rural Northern California Medical School (unanimous)
• Directed Board to defend AMTRAK case and hire outside counsel (5‑0 vote)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will adopt a resolution recognizing an employee of the year and will consider a series of consent‑calendar items. Among those, the Board will approve a retroactive funding allocation of $1,631,985 from the California Department of Health Care Services for the California Children’s Services Program. Additional items include emergency authority for storm‑damage repairs and several contract and budget amendments.

• R1 – Adopt resolution recognizing Brook Lowther as Employee of the Year for 2025 (no General Fund impact).
• C10 – Accept $1,631,985 retroactive funding for the California Children’s Services Program and designate signing authority.
• C14 – Approve retroactive amendment to DLR Group agreement for architectural/engineering services on the Shasta County Jail Inmate Transportation and Courtroom Repurposing Project.
• C15 – Adopt emergency resolution waiving competitive bidding for storm‑damage repairs to County roads, bridges, and infrastructure.
• C17 – Approve budget amendment increasing Environmental Health appropriations by $20,000 and revenues by $51,800.