Shasta County public meetings in 2024

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a multi‑part Sheriff agenda item that approves a body‑camera contract with Axon Enterprise, adds one lieutenant and two community service officer positions, and amends the Sheriff budget by increasing appropriations $1,815,103 and revenue $1,306,285. Other items include recognitions, presentations, and several zoning and waste‑service actions. Several public hearings are scheduled for zoning amendments and waste‑service rate changes.

• Approve Axon Enterprise body‑worn camera agreement
• Add 1.0 FTE Lieutenant and 2.0 FTE Community Service Officer positions to Sheriff Budget (BU 235)
• Sheriff budget amendment: increase appropriations $1,815,103 and revenue $1,306,285
• Public hearing on USA Waste service charge changes
• Public hearings on Zone Amendments ZA 24‑0005 and ZA 21‑0002

The Board approved a 5-year, $1,967,536.11 agreement with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras, adding staff positions and a budget amendment. It also approved a new CEO employment contract for David J. Rickert (3-2), adopted a waste collection rate increase resolution, and enacted a small lot agriculture ordinance. A motion to agendize disbanding the Elections Commission failed 2-3.

• Approved Axon body-worn camera agreement, $1,967,536.11 (unanimous)
• Approved CEO David J. Rickert's 4-year employment contract (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-117 for USA Waste service charge increases (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2024-09 regulating small lot agriculture (unanimous)
• Increased Public Administrator imprest cash account by $60,000 (unanimous)
• Motion to agendize disbanding Elections Commission failed (2-3)
• Approved E1 Audiovisual contract, $822,761 (consent)
• Approved EOC metal building purchase, $449,587 (consent)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the procedures for informing the board of pending or threatened litigation against the county. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 5:30 PM.

• Discussion on process for informing Board of Supervisors of pending or threatened litigation
• Public Comment Period – Open Time
• Regular Calendar items available for public comment
• Meeting to be held at County Administration Center, 1450 Court Street, Suite 263, Redding
• No Additional General Fund Impact

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will consider assigning commissioners to research voting system audit logs and infrastructure for election observation. The body will also schedule its next regular meeting and review previous minutes.

• Research on Secretary of State’s Voting System Standards regarding Hart InterCivic-Verity Voting System audit logs
• Research on Elections Department infrastructure needs for election observation
• Scheduling of regular meeting for January 27, 2025
• Approval of November 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board will consider several consent‑calendar items, including a budget amendment and a resolution to ratify a $397,025 Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program grant. The board will also schedule its next regular meeting for February 4, 2025, and make appointments to the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board. All items are routine and expected to be approved by simple majority vote.

• Schedule a regular Air Pollution Control Board meeting for February 4, 2025 (R1).
• Approve a budget amendment increasing appropriations by $10,360 in the Air Quality Management District Budget (C1).
• Adopt a resolution ratifying a tentative $397,025 Carl Moyer program grant and authorizing a $59,554 match from AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Funds (C2).
• Authorize the Air Pollution Control Officer to submit the Subvention Program Application and FY 2024‑25 financial report to the California Air Resources Board (C3).
• Appoint Charles Fleming and re‑appoint Brian J. Van Voris and Allen Krohn to three‑year terms on the Air Quality Management District Hearing Board (C5).

The Air Pollution Control Board adopted Resolution 2024-04 to accept $397,025 in Carl Moyer Program Year 27 funds, with a district match of up to $59,554. The board also approved a $10,360 budget amendment, authorized CARB subvention applications, appointed hearing board members, and elected Supervisor Crye as 2024 Vice-Chair. A discussion on geoengineering and local cancer rates was directed for a future agenda.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-04 for Carl Moyer Year 27 funds ($397,025 tentative) (3-0, Rickert recused)
• Approved $10,360 budget amendment for Air Quality Management District (consent)
• Authorized CARB subvention applications totaling $49,301.82 (consent)
• Appointed Charles Fleming to Hearing Board term to Feb 2026; reappointed Van Voris and Krohn to Feb 2028 (consent)
• Elected Supervisor Crye as 2024 Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Scheduled regular meeting for February 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to place geoengineering and local cancer rates discussion on future agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (consent)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will hear a presentation from the Shasta Economic Development Corporation and decide whether to authorize up to $100,000 for the City of Redding to secure United Airlines round‑trip flights. It will also vote on a $100,000 budget amendment in the Miscellaneous General fund, offset by reserve funds. Additional items include updates on tourism marketing, letters to the DOJ, a fee‑setting ordinance, and a $3.75 million opioid settlement match for a medical‑group project.

• Authorize up to $100,000 contribution to City of Redding for United Airlines flights (R3)
• Approve $100,000 budget amendment in Miscellaneous General budget, offset by Reserve for Contingency (R3)
• Adopt ordinance setting and identifying county fees (R8)
• Commit $3.75 million from opioid litigation settlement to Renewed Life Medical Group for Bridge Center for Hope project (R9)
• Letter to DOJ requesting clarification on election audit log timestamps (R5)

The Board of Supervisors declared the November 5, 2024, Presidential General Election results under duress, after a substitute motion to decline failed. They also approved two letters to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding election issues: one about audit log time stamps from the March primary (4-1) and one about ballot overspray from the November election (3-2). A proposed $100,000 contribution to secure United Airlines flights failed.

• Declared election results under duress (unanimous)
• Approved DOJ letter on audit log time stamps (4-1)
• Approved DOJ letter on ballot overspray (3-2)
• Rejected all bids for tourism marketing RFP 25-03 (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy Resolution 2024-02 adding non-profit financial disclosure (4-1)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 775 setting county fees (unanimous)
• Approved $3.75M opioid settlement match for Bridge Center for Hope (unanimous)
• Failed $100K contribution for United Airlines flights (3-2)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on a letter supporting a Detox and Recovery Center project and its application for Bond BHCIP Round 1: Launch Ready funding. The action has no impact on the General Fund.

• Approve letter to Redding Rancheria for Detox and Recovery Center project
• No General Fund impact
• Public comment period scheduled
• Meeting at County Administration Center
• Board of Supervisors meeting

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will approve the minutes from its November 4, 2024 meeting and consider assigning up to two commissioners to research several aspects of the November 5, 2024 Presidential General Election—including ballot tabulation, duplicate ballots, voting‑system standards for the Hart InterCivic system, and the one‑percent manual tally—and to draft recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• C1 – Approve minutes of the November 4, 2024 meeting
• R1 – Assign commissioners to research ballot tabulation for the Nov 5, 2024 Presidential General Election
• R2 – Assign commissioners to research duplicate ballots from the Nov 5, 2024 Presidential General Election
• R3 – Assign commissioners to research the Secretary of State’s Voting System Standards as they apply to Shasta County’s Hart InterCivic system
• R4 – Assign commissioners to research the one‑percent manual tally from the Nov 5, 2024 Presidential General Election

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Litigation Closed Session

The Board of Supervisors will meet in a closed session to confer with legal counsel. The discussion concerns existing litigation in the case of John Patrick Kropholler v. County of Shasta, et al.

• Closed session regarding Case No. 22CV-0199716: John Patrick Kropholler v. County of Shasta, et al.

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on November 16, 2024, primarily to recess into a closed session to confer with legal counsel about the existing litigation John Patrick Kropholler v. County of Shasta (Case No. 22CV-0199716). After reconvening, Assistant County Counsel reported that no reportable action was taken. The board adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Held closed session to discuss litigation Kropholler v. County of Shasta (no action taken)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will discuss observations from the November 5, 2024 presidential election and consider several research assignments on state regulations, election center practices, and poll worker recruitment. It will vote on appointing two or fewer commissioners for each research task and on approving recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding the creation, recruitment, appointment, and training of judges of elections. Commissioner and ad hoc committee reports will also be received.

• R1 Discuss observations on ballot duplication and tabulations from the Nov 5, 2024 presidential election
• R2 Assign up to two commissioners to research state regulations vs. county policies and draft recommendations
• R3 Assign up to two commissioners to research election center practices in other California counties
• R4 Assign up to two commissioners to research poll worker recruitment and training
• R5 Approve recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on creation, recruitment, appointment, and training of judges of elections

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will discuss ballot overspray issues from the November 5 election and consider waiving attorney-client privilege regarding a grant agreement. The board will also hold a public hearing to amend the zoning of a 4.96-acre property in Redding from Highway Commercial to Commercial Recreation.

• Public hearing to amend zoning for 4.96-acre Redding property
• Discussion on ballot overspray from November 5 election
• Approval of budget amendments increasing appropriations by $22,000
• Approval of agreement with Gabel's Hauling for $250,000
• Approval of lease agreement for Fall River Mills Airport hangar

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to bring back items at a future meeting to consider sending letters to the U.S. Department of Justice requesting investigations into time stamp issues on the March 5, 2024, Primary Election audit log and ballot overspray issues from the November 5, 2024, Presidential General Election. The board also waived attorney-client privilege to release redacted documents related to the Center for Tech and Civic Life grant, and approved a zone amendment for a 4.96-acre property in Redding.

• Directed staff to consider DOJ letter on election audit log time stamps (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consider DOJ letter on ballot overspray issue (3-2, Garman and Rickert no)
• Waived attorney-client privilege to release redacted CTCL documents (4-1, Garman no)
• Approved Zone Amendment 22-0012, rezoning 4.96 acres to Commercial Recreation (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for California Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Week (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including reappointments and budget amendments (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Opioid Litigation Funding

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will receive presentations regarding Opioid Litigation Settlement Funds and consider providing direction to staff. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 9:00 AM at the County Administration Center.

• Receive presentations regarding Opioid Litigation Settlement Funds
• Consider providing direction to staff
• No Additional General Fund Impact
• Public comment on agenda items
• Pledge of Allegiance

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors heard presentations from multiple agencies seeking opioid settlement funds and directed staff to bring most proposals back for future discussion and action. Several motions failed, including one to postpone decisions for more public input. The board also discussed fund usage constraints, including state permission for certain items and prevailing wage requirements.

• Directed staff to bring HHSA-Public Health/Shasta Substance Use Coalition proposal with $10,000 for a vending machine at Mayers Memorial Hospital (4-1)
• Directed staff to bring Sheriff's Office MAT and treatment program proposal (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring Shasta College focused proposal (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring River Recovery Services proposal (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring Public Defender's Office proposal as presented (3-2)
• Directed staff to bring Visions of the Cross proposal with $600,000 budget (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring Veterans Services Office proposal (unanimous)
• Directed Youth Options Shasta, Raising Shasta, and Amanda Faith to prepare joint $3-4 million presentation for December 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss two legal cases in a closed session. This document is an addendum and contains no other regular calendar items for decision or discussion.

• Closed session regarding Jones v. Shasta County et al. (22Civ 0199596)
• Closed session regarding Adelman v. County of Shasta et al. (2:23 CV 00675-DAD-DMC)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative actions, including lease amendments and board reappointments. The meeting includes discussions on election equipment and a grant agreement with the Center for Tech and Civic Life.

• Award HVAC replacement contract for Anderson Veterans Memorial Hall to Ray-Mac Mechanical, Inc. with budget increases of $60,000 and $560,000
• Agreement with AP Triton for a County Fire Master Plan
• Lease amendments for properties at 1405, 1415, 1421, and 1423 Court Street and 1810 Market Street in Redding
• Discussion on March 5, 2024, Primary Election Audit Log time stamps and Hart InterCivic equipment
• Reappointment of Melvin Breshears, Charles A. Fleming, and Andrew McCurdy to the Board of Building Appeals

The Board directed staff to bring back for future discussion the grant agreement with the Center for Tech and Civic Life, including consideration of waiving attorney-client privilege to make staff emails public. The motion passed 3-2, with Supervisors Garman and Rickert voting no. The Board also adopted routine resolutions, proclamations, and consent calendar items, including a $249,950 HVAC contract for the Anderson Veterans Memorial Hall. Two agenda items (election audit log and AP Triton fire plan) were pulled and will return later.

• Directed staff to bring back CTCL grant agreement for possible waiver of attorney-client privilege (3-2, Garman/Rickert no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-109 recognizing Marianne Sargent as Employee of the Month (unanimous)
• Proclaimed November 10-16, 2024 as Veterans Awareness Week (unanimous)
• Presented Certificates of Recognition to Brian Aldridge, Chase Peets, Dante Crandall, Riley Gillion (unanimous)
• Approved lease amendments for properties at 1405-1423 Court St and 1810 Market St, Redding (consent)
• Reappointed Melvin Breshears, Charles A. Fleming, Andrew McCurdy to Board of Building Appeals (consent)
• Approved $1,266,690 retroactive renewal with Northern California Youth & Family Programs (consent)
• Awarded $249,950 HVAC contract to Ray-Mac Mechanical for Anderson Veterans Memorial Hall (consent)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will approve the minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting and amend its 2024 meeting calendar. It will consider recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on reconciling the ballot count after an election. The commission will also review data from recent elections, explore regulations on election observation, and discuss recent arson and vandalism of ballot drop boxes.

• C1 – Approve minutes of the October 21, 2024 meeting
• R1 – Amend the 2024 meeting calendar to move the November 12 meeting to November 15
• R2 – Approve recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on ballot‑count reconciliation
• R3 – Assign Commissioners Lund and Plumb to review data from the March 5 and November 5 elections
• R4 – Assign commissioners to research election‑observation regulations and draft recommendations

The Shasta County Elections Commission approved recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on reconciling ballot counts after elections, removing Recommendation No. 1, in a 3-1 vote with one abstention. It also rescheduled its November 12 meeting to November 15, revised research assignments for election data, and assigned commissioners to study election observation regulations. The meeting was briefly cleared due to a disruption during public comment.

• Approved meeting calendar amendment to reschedule Nov 12 meeting to Nov 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved ballot count reconciliation recommendations to Board of Supervisors, with Recommendation No. 1 removed (3-1, Michalak abstaining)
• Revised assignment of Commissioners Lund and Plumb to research election data from March and November 2024 elections (4-1)
• Assigned Commissioners Plumb and Lund to research election observation regulations and draft recommendations (3-2)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority Governing Board will meet to review routine administrative items. The primary action is a proposed agreement for labor relations and contract negotiator services.

• Agreement with Liebert, Cassidy & Whitmore for labor relations and contract negotiator services
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 24, 2024

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board met on October 29, 2024, and took action on the consent calendar. It approved the minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting and approved a three-year agreement with Liebert, Cassidy & Whitmore for labor relations and contract negotiator services, not to exceed $50,000. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after these actions.

• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 agreement with Liebert, Cassidy & Whitmore for labor relations services (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will hold public hearings and adopt resolutions to select new names for Squaw Carpet Drive, Emergency Fire Escape Road, Squaw Grass Trail, Squaw Springs Trail, and Squaw Valley Loop Road as required by Assembly Bill 2022. It will also consider vacating two public utility easements on Three Box Ranch Road and Stone Street, and will act on a zone amendment (ZA 24-0003) that may deny, modify, or refer the proposal. Additionally, the Board will appoint Ashley Jones as Public Defender with a salary of $90.105 per hour.

• R9: Public hearing and resolutions to rename roads and trails under AB 2022
• R6: Public hearing to vacate a utility easement on Three Box Ranch Road
• R7: Public hearing to vacate a utility easement on Stone Street in Keswick
• R8: Public hearing on Zone Amendment 24-0003 with possible denial or modification
• R3: Appointment of Ashley Jones as Public Defender at $90.105 per hour

The Board appointed Ashley Jones as Public Defender and scheduled a special meeting for November 12 to review proposals for Opioid Litigation Settlement Funding. The Board also approved several road renaming resolutions and updated regulations for intermodal shipping containers.

• Appointed Ashley Jones as Public Defender effective Nov 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting Nov 12, 2024, for Opioid Litigation Settlement proposals (4-1)
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2024-08 regulating intermodal shipping containers (3-2)
• Adopted Resolutions 2024-103 through 2024-106 to rename roads per AB 2022 (unanimous/4-0)
• Vacated public utility easements at Three Box Ranch Road and Stone Street (4-0/unanimous)
• Approved 12-year waste collection agreement with USA Waste of California, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1M compensation increase for Victor Community Support Services youth mental health (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-108 for a hiring sign-on bonus pilot program (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will approve the minutes from its September 23, 2024 meeting and consider several regular‑calendar items. Commissioners will hear a presentation on audit‑log timing issues and ballot‑count inconsistencies from the March 5, 2024 primary election. They will vote on recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for ballot‑count reconciliation and for election‑judge recruitment and training, and will discuss using hard‑copy backups for electronic poll pads in the November 5, 2024 presidential election.

• Approve minutes of the September 23, 2024 meeting (Consent Calendar C1).
• Receive presentation by Steven Umfleet on audit‑log time changes and ballot‑count inconsistencies from the March 5, 2024 primary election (Regular Calendar R1).
• Approve recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for reconciliation of the ballot count after an election (Regular Calendar R2).
• Discuss hard‑copy backup for electronic poll pads at each polling place during the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election (Regular Calendar R5).
• Consider assigning commissioners to research potential conflicts between AB 969 and the federal Help America Vote Act, with a deadline of April 21, 2025 (Regular Calendar R6).

The Shasta County Elections Commission approved the minutes from its September 23, 2024 meeting and postponed recommendations regarding ballot count reconciliation and election judges to a future meeting. The Commission also assigned commissioners to research and draft recommendations on March 5, 2024 primary election data, potential conflicts in election law, and the creation of emergency election regulations.

• Approved September 23, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstained)
• Postponed recommendations regarding reconciliation of ballot count after elections (unanimous)
• Postponed recommendations regarding election judges to a future meeting (4-1)
• Assigned Commissioners Plumb and Lund to look into March 5, 2024 Primary Election data (unanimous)
• Assigned Commissioners Hansen and Lund to research conflicts between AB 969 and HAVA with an ad hoc committee end date of April 21, 2025 (4-0, 1 abstained)
• Assigned Commissioners Lund and Hansen to research creation of emergency regulations with an ad hoc committee end date of April 21, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider appointing a new Resource Management Director and approve a $1 million loan for the Center of Hope Apartments II. The meeting also includes proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Red Ribbon Week, along with routine consent calendar items.

• Appoint Sean Ewing as Director of Resource Management ($76.329/hour)
• Approve $1,000,000 loan for Center of Hope Apartments II
• Approve plans for Shasta County Coroner’s Building Expansion
• Approve plans for Shasta County Roof & HVAC Replacement at 1880 Shasta Street
• Closed session to discuss Public Defender appointment and litigation

The Board of Supervisors appointed Sean Ewing as Director of Resource Management, effective October 21, 2024, with compensation set at the A-step salary range ($76.329 per hour/$13,230 per month). The vote was 3-2, with Supervisors Garman and Rickert voting no. The Board also approved an amendment to the agreement with the Shasta County Office of Education, changing delegated signing authority for budget amendments from the County Executive Officer to the Board, also by a 3-2 vote. Several items were approved on the consent calendar, including a $1,000,000 loan for Center of Hope Apartments II and contracts for pest control and environmental lab services.

• Appointed Sean Ewing as Director of Resource Management, effective Oct 21, 2024 (3-2, Garman and Rickert no)
• Approved amendment to Shasta County Office of Education agreement, changing budget amendment signing authority to Board (3-2, Garman and Rickert no)
• Approved $1,000,000 MHSA loan to Center of Hope Apartments II, LP at 3% interest for 55 years
• Approved plans and specs for Coroner's Building Expansion, bids open on/after Nov 21, 2024
• Approved plans and specs for Roof & HVAC Replacement at 1880 Shasta Street, bids open on/after Nov 21, 2024
• Awarded RFQ 24-24 to Big Time Pest Control, up to $200,000 for 3 years
• Awarded RFQ 24-27 to 49er Water Services, up to $150,000/year for 3 years
• Adopted proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Red Ribbon Week

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider approving vehicle purchases, a landfill leachate pond project, and agreements for mental health and parenting services. The meeting will also include a closed session on labor negotiations and litigation.

• Authorize vehicle purchases from Crown Motors and Lithia Chevrolet Redding
• Award West Central Landfill 2024 Leachate Pond Project contract to Eddie Axner Construction
• Approve retroactive agreements for parenting classes and mental health treatment
• Approve agreement with Stallard Panebianco PC for investigation services
• Approve amendment to agreement with ACC Environmental Consultants for hazardous materials consulting

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a letter supporting a mandatory moratorium on residential property insurance cancellations and non-renewals. A motion to create an ad hoc committee on illegal marijuana grows failed on a 2-3 vote. The Board also approved several consent calendar items, including contracts and vehicle purchases, and took no reportable action in closed session.

• Approved letter supporting mandatory moratorium on residential property insurance cancellations and non-renewals (unanimous)
• Motion to create ad hoc committee on illegal marijuana grows failed (2-3)
• Approved $15,000 agreement with Stallard Panebianco PC for investigation services (consent)
• Approved $300,000 retroactive agreement with Pathways to Hope for Children for parenting classes (consent)
• Approved $360,000 retroactive agreement with Family Dynamics Resource Center for Positive Parenting Program (consent)
• Approved $280,862.50 renewal agreement with Shasta Community Health Center for mental health and substance abuse services (consent)
• Awarded West Central Landfill Leachate Pond Project to Eddie Axner Construction for $817,298 (consent)
• Approved $825,000 budget amendment for new County fleet vehicles (consent)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority Governing Board will meet to review routine administrative items and a specific service agreement. The board is deciding on a contract to provide specialized training for in-home support providers.

• Agreement with Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern California, Inc. for autism related trainings for In-Home Support Services providers

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board met on September 24, 2024, and took action only on its consent calendar. It unanimously approved the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting and approved an agreement with Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern California, Inc. for autism-related trainings for IHSS providers. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were discussed.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern California, Inc. for autism-related trainings (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will recognize a county staff member, receive updates from the County Executive Officer and Auditor-Controller, and consider several administrative actions. Items include forming an ad hoc committee for opioid litigation settlement funding, adopting resolutions on the Williamson Act and unclaimed fund transfers, and reviewing policy on Board‑staff relations. The board will also discuss ongoing litigation in a closed session.

• Adopt resolution transferring $29,688.61 unclaimed funds to the General Fund and authorizing refunds of $1,345.80 (C15).
• Adopt resolution suspending future annual considerations for Assembly Bill 1265 Williamson Act contracts (C1).
• Form an ad hoc committee to create a funding plan for the Opioid Litigation Settlement (R4).
• Receive a presentation on NextRequest, the new Public Records Act request management software (R7).
• Review and discuss Administrative Policy 1-105, Board/County Staff Relations (R6).

The Board declined to form an ad hoc committee to create an Opioid Litigation Settlement funding plan, voting 4-1 with Supervisor Rickert opposed. It also postponed consideration of Supervisors-Elect Long and Plummer's requests to attend the CSAC conference to the October 1 meeting, and approved a letter opposing Assembly Bill 2642. Several consent calendar items were approved, including agreements for mental health services and a resolution suspending annual Williamson Act contract considerations.

• Declined to form ad hoc committee for opioid settlement funding plan (4-1)
• Postponed Supervisors-Elect conference attendance requests to Oct 1 (4-1)
• Approved letter opposing Assembly Bill 2642 (3-2)
• Approved $1M agreement with RG Legacy II for skilled nursing care
• Approved $1M agreement with Foothill Heights Care Center for skilled nursing care
• Approved $1,534,633 renewal with Kings View for mental health services
• Adopted Resolution 2024-095 suspending annual Williamson Act contract considerations (4-0, Rickert recused)
• Approved SAMHSA block grant application for $1,297,074

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission is meeting to potentially assign commissioners to review electronic poll pads, emergency operations, and ballot count reconciliation. The body will also receive reports on election costs and ad hoc committee updates.

• Proposal to assign commissioners to review Electronic Poll Pads and Emergency Operations Preparedness Plans per California Code of Regulations section 20162
• Proposal to assign commissioners to review ballot count reconciliation policies and procedures
• Report from Commissioners Patty Plumb and Margaret Hansen regarding costs of elections
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Elections Commission unanimously approved the September 9, 2024 minutes and created two ad hoc committees to study election-related issues. One committee will examine electronic poll pads and emergency operations preparedness, and the other will review ballot count reconciliation policies. Both committees will draft recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Created ad hoc committee on electronic poll pads and emergency operations preparedness (4-0)
• Created ad hoc committee on ballot count reconciliation policies and procedures (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider the 2024-25 countywide tax rate and discuss opioid litigation settlement funding. The meeting includes several health service agreements and public works project authorizations.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Countywide Tax Rate and Unitary Debt Service Rate
• Presentation on Opioid Litigation Settlement Funding
• Agreement with CA Dept of Health Care Services for revenue transfer up to $9,869,096
• Budget amendment increasing CDBG Admin/Rehab Budget by $3,636,270
• Authorization to bid for Shasta County Anderson Veterans Memorial Hall HVAC Replacement

The Board received a presentation on opioid litigation settlement funding and directed staff to research appointing supervisors-elect to an ad hoc committee, with discussion to continue at the next meeting. In closed session, the Board voted 3-2 to appoint Wayne Paxton as Interim Director of Resource Management. The Board also approved a letter supporting state income tax deductions for fire insurance premiums and a letter to the City of Redding regarding the Redding Rodeo Grounds.

• Approved letter supporting state income tax deductions for fire insurance premiums (unanimous)
• Approved letter to City of Redding regarding Redding Rodeo Grounds (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research appointing supervisors-elect to opioid settlement ad hoc committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Michalak to Elections Commission, District 2 (unanimous)
• Appointed Wayne Paxton as Interim Director of Resource Management (3-2)
• Approved retroactive agreement with Shasta County Office of Education for Community Connect Program, $253,861.50 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-089 approving FY 2024-25 tax rates (unanimous)
• Approved $950,000 agreement with A&A Health Services for adult residential care (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will receive a budget update for fiscal years 2023‑24 and 2024‑25. It will approve a $120 expenditure to obtain three copies of the active voter roll. The commission will vote on recommendations to return to limited absentee balloting and one‑day elections. It will also consider assigning commissioners to study citizen election judge appointments and receive various reports.

• C1 – Approve minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting
• R1 – Receive budget update for FY 2023‑24 and 2024‑25
• R2 – Approve $120 to purchase three copies of the active voter roll
• R3 – Approve recommendations to resume limited absentee voting and one‑day elections
• R4 – Consider assigning commissioners to study citizen election judge appointments

The Shasta County Elections Commission approved recommendations to the Board of Supervisors to return to limited absentee balloting and one-day elections, as amended, despite County Counsel's stated inability to support the recommendations as written. The commission also approved a $160 expenditure for four copies of the active voter roll and created an ad hoc committee to research citizen election judges. The meeting included a budget update and public comment on various topics.

• Approved recommendations to Board of Supervisors for return to limited absentee balloting and one-day elections, as amended (3-1, Garbutt no)
• Approved $160 expenditure for four copies of active voter roll (3-1, Garbutt no)
• Created ad hoc committee (Plumb, Hansen) to research citizen election judges (3-1, Garbutt no)
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 meeting (3-1, Garbutt abstained)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including an update from the County Executive Officer and a presentation on the ReCoverCA program. A salary resolution will amend classifications and delete 10 full‑time eligibility worker positions. The Board will conduct a public hearing on Zone Amendment 24-0003 and decide whether to deny the amendment, adopt a CEQA exemption ordinance, modify it, or take other action.

• R4: Public hearing on Zone Amendment (ZA) 24-0003 with options to deny, adopt a CEQA exemption ordinance, modify, or refer back to the Planning Commission.
• R3: Salary Resolution to delete 10.0 FTE Eligibility Worker positions, change classifications to Eligibility Specialist, and increase salary ranges.
• C8: Retroactive renewal agreement with Shasta County Office of Education for $1,568,169 to fund the Community Connect Program.
• C15: Retroactive amendment for the VSO Move to 1880 Shasta Street Project, adding $1,500,000 each to the Land Buildings and Improvements and Miscellaneous General Budgets and $1,020,000 offset from the Accumulated Capital Outlay Budget.
• C14: Amendment to the agreement with Morrison Structures, Inc. for engineering services on the Spring Creek Road at Fall River Bridge Replacement Project (Contract No. 705920).

The Board voted 3-2 to modify the proposed intermodal shipping container ordinance to allow no more than one 20-foot container on lots of one gross acre and referred it back to the Planning Commission. A motion to uphold the Planning Commission's recommendation to deny the ordinance failed. The Board also adopted a salary resolution creating new Eligibility Specialist classifications and approved a consent calendar with multiple contracts and budget amendments.

• Modified and referred ZA 24-0003 (shipping containers) back to Planning Commission (3-2)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1680 creating Eligibility Specialist classifications (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000/month indigent defense contract with Law Office of Aaron Williams (consent)
• Approved $7.35M Restpadd inpatient psychiatric services amendment (consent)
• Approved $9.6M Crestwood Behavioral Health residential services amendment (consent)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 774 on road acceptance and maintenance (consent, Rickert recused)
• Awarded RFQ 24-25 for generator services to Power Up Electric (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-086 amending Personnel Rules (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Special Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will consider a public hearing to receive testimony on proposed amendments to Shasta County Air Quality Management District Rule 5, which would remove the emergency affirmative defense provision from Title V permit regulations. The board will also determine that the amendment is exempt from CEQA and meets state health and safety code requirements before adopting a resolution to amend the rule. The meeting also includes routine approval of June 25 minutes.

• Approve minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting (Consent Calendar)
• Conduct public hearing on proposed amendments to District Rule 5
• Find proposed Rule 5 amendment exempt from CEQA under Section 15308
• Find amendment meets California Health & Safety Code Section 40727 requirements
• Adopt resolution amending District Rule 5

The Board adopted Resolution No. 2024-03 to amend District Rule 5, removing the emergency affirmative defense provision from Title V regulations. The Board also approved the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-03 amending District Rule 5 (4-0)
• Approved June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss preparing rebuttal arguments and verification statements for Measure P and Measure Q. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2023 Fire Department Annual Report and responses to Grand Jury reports on legal counsel costs and eligibility workers.

• Renewal agreement with California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection not to exceed $9,367,162
• Ordinance amending Section 19.02.040 of Title 19 regarding Carr, Zogg, Salt, and Fawn Fires
• Proposed responses to Grand Jury reports on outside legal counsel costs and eligibility worker valuation
• Resolution authorizing expenditures for clothing and hygiene items for youth and adult offenders
• Amendment to hangar lease agreement with Perry Thompson at Fall River Mills Airport

The Board of Supervisors approved and submitted verification statements for rebuttal arguments opposing Measures P and Q, each by a 3-2 vote with Supervisors Rickert and Garman dissenting. The board also received the 2023 Fire Department Annual Report and adopted Resolution No. 2024-084, and approved several consent calendar items including a $9.37 million fire department agreement and a $1.5 million residential care contract.

• Approved Measure P rebuttal verification statement (3-2)
• Approved Measure Q rebuttal verification statement (3-2)
• Received 2023 Fire Department Annual Report and adopted Resolution No. 2024-084 (unanimous)
• Approved $9,367,162 fire department administration agreement (consent)
• Approved $1,500,000 residential care home services agreement (consent)
• Approved $250,000 Caliber Office Furniture contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Grand Jury response on outside legal counsel (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2024-07 amending fire recovery codes (consent)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss new requirements for road acceptance and maintenance and an extension for Fawn Fire disaster recovery. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and a closed session regarding litigation with the California Energy Commission.

• Ordinance establishing requirements for road acceptance and maintenance, allowing for private subdivision roads
• Ordinance extending Fawn Fire disaster recovery effective period to September 22, 2025
• Renewal agreement with California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection not to exceed $9,367,162
• Contract award to Sunrise Excavating for the Redwood Blvd Parking Lot Project in the amount of $241,290
• Budget amendment of $8,600 for a memorial monument replacement at the Redding City Library

The Board introduced an ordinance allowing private subdivision roads to be maintained by permanent road divisions or homeowner associations, superseding Ordinance No. 667. It also extended Fawn Fire disaster recovery provisions for displaced persons to September 22, 2025, and appointed Brad Garbutt to the Elections Commission. Several contracts and appointments were approved via the consent calendar.

• Introduced road acceptance and maintenance ordinance (3-1, Garman no, Rickert abstained)
• Extended Fawn Fire disaster recovery ordinance to September 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Brad Garbutt to Elections Commission (3-1, Jones no, Kelstrom abstained)
• Approved $183,000 IGM Technology budgeting software contract (consent)
• Approved $500,000 Community Care on Palm Riverside renewal (consent)
• Approved $1,000,000 Aurora Behavioral Healthcare renewal (consent)
• Awarded RFQ 24-20 to Design Time & Tile, Inc. up to $200,000 (consent)
• Awarded Redwood Blvd Parking Lot project to Sunrise Excavating for $241,290 (consent)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission is meeting to assign research on election costs and records retention. The body will also consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding paper poll books.

• Researching costs associated with conducting an election
• Researching election records retention
• Draft recommendation to Board of Supervisors regarding paper poll books
• Revisions to the list of ad hoc committees
• Approval of July 15 and 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Elections Commission approved minutes and assigned commissioners to research election costs and records retention, with recommendations to be sent to the Board of Supervisors later. It also approved an additional recommendation on paper poll books and revised ad hoc committee assignments.

• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024, as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2024, as submitted (unanimous)
• Assigned Commissioners Hansen and Plumb to research election costs and draft recommendations (unanimous)
• Assigned Commissioners Lund and Hansen to research election records retention and draft recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved additional recommendation to Board of Supervisors on paper poll books (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to ad hoc committees, with Hansen replacing Plumb on chain of custody (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider actions related to two proposed charter measures, Measure P and Measure Q. The board will vote to approve arguments in favor of the measures and select a supervisor to assist in preparing the ballot arguments.

• Consider ballot arguments for Measure P (eminent domain limitations)
• Consider ballot arguments for Measure Q (appointment of officials in vacancy)
• Enact ordinance adding vacancy-filling procedure to county charter
• Temporarily suspend administrative policy for ballot argument preparation

The Board of Supervisors approved ballot arguments in favor of Measure P (limiting eminent domain) and Measure Q (appointing elected officials to fill vacancies), both proposed charter amendments. The board also enacted an ordinance adding a procedure for filling vacancies of elected officials to the county charter. Supervisor Rickert voted no on all three items; Supervisor Garman was absent.

• Approved argument in favor of Measure P on eminent domain (3-1, Rickert no)
• Approved argument in favor of Measure Q on appointment of elected officials (3-1, Rickert no)
• Enacted Ordinance SCC 2024-06 adding vacancy-filling procedure to charter (3-1, Rickert no)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Park Fire

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will receive an update on the Park Fire, allow public comment, and adopt a resolution that ratifies the County Director of Emergency Services' July 30, 2024 proclamation of a local emergency for the fire, in accordance with Government Code Section 8630.

• Adopt resolution ratifying the July 30, 2024 local emergency proclamation for the Park Fire

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors ratified the local emergency proclamation for the Park Fire, which had not yet crossed into the county but had strained resources. The board received updates on the fire's size, containment, and response efforts, and discussed livestock access for evacuees. The resolution passed 4-0 with Supervisor Crye absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-080 ratifying the local emergency declaration (4-0)
• Received update on Park Fire status and response efforts

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss updating the County Charter regarding vacancies for elected officials and limitations on eminent domain. The meeting includes a public hearing on Williamson Act property tax subventions and presentations on disaster recovery and public health.

• Proposed charter amendment to add procedures for filling vacancies of elected officials
• Public hearing on implementing AB 1265/SB 1353 regarding Williamson Act property tax subventions
• Proposed ordinance adding limitations on the exercise of eminent domain to the County Charter
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado for $60,637.79 for the Sheriff
• Purchase of two 2024 Kenworth T880 trucks (water and dump) from Papé Kenworth of Anderson

The Board voted 4-0 (Supervisor Rickert recused) to decline implementing AB 1265/SB 1353 provisions that would reduce Williamson Act property tax benefits, and directed staff to bring back a resolution to not revisit the provisions in future years. The Board also unanimously directed staff to draft an amendment extending the Fawn Fire disaster recovery deadline by one year and to prepare a resolution to allow RV special use permit extensions for affected residents. Other actions included adopting a proclamation for Child Support Awareness Month, amending the 2024 meeting calendar, and approving consent calendar items.

• Declined to adopt resolution implementing AB 1265/SB 1353 Williamson Act provisions (4-0, Rickert recused)
• Directed staff to bring back amendment extending Fawn Fire recovery deadline by one year (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back resolution to allow RV special use permit extensions for Fawn Fire affected (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring August 2024 as Child Support Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-079 to place charter vacancy procedure on Nov 5, 2024 ballot (3-2, Rickert and Garman no)
• Amended 2024 meeting calendar: added Aug 8, cancelled Oct 22, changed Oct 29 start to 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Enacted Ordinance No. SCC 2024-05 limiting eminent domain (Garman and Rickert no)
• Approved purchase of two Kenworth trucks totaling $502,648.59 (consent)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider several actions, including a proclamation for Probation Services Week, a letter to Governor Newsom and an emergency resolution on California's insurance market, and direction on a tourism marketing RFP. It will hold public hearings to adopt parcel‑charge resolutions that place fees on property tax bills for County Service Areas and the Permanent Road Division for FY 2024‑25. Additional items include approval of a software subscription contract up to $65,648.89 and a donation and budget amendment affecting the Sheriff's budget.

• R8: Public hearing to adopt parcel‑charge resolutions for County Service Areas (FY 2024‑25)
• R9: Public hearing to adopt parcel‑charge resolutions for Permanent Road Division zones (FY 2024‑25)
• C8: Approve OutSystems subscription licenses up to $65,648.89 with annual increase limit of $10,000
• C11: Accept $18,000 donation, approve $297,000 budget amendment, and authorize purchase of an EOD robot
• R6: Approve letter to Governor Newsom and resolution requesting state emergency declaration on insurance market

The Board directed staff to advertise a Request for Proposals for tourism marketing and branding services, with vendors to propose at $250,000, $500,000, and $1,000,000 funding levels, and appointed Supervisors Garman and Kelstrom to the evaluation committee. The Board also approved a letter and resolution requesting a state of emergency over California's insurance market, and adopted resolutions confirming delinquent fees and parcel charges for County Service Areas and Permanent Road Division zones. An appointment to the Elections Commission was denied after a 2-1 vote with two recusals, and the Board approved responses to a Grand Jury report with amendments to provide recusal information packets.

• Approved tourism marketing RFP, directing staff to advertise July 25-Aug 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved letter and Resolution No. 2024-070 requesting state of emergency for insurance market (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 2024-071, 2024-072, 2024-073 confirming CSA delinquent fees, uncollectible debts, parcel charges (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-074 confirming PRD parcel charges (unanimous)
• Denied appointment of Benjamin Nowain to Elections Commission (2-1, 2 recused)
• Approved Grand Jury response with amendments for recusal info packets (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-075 consolidating elections for Nov 5, 2024 ballot (consent)
• Approved $296,471.10 for EOD robot purchase via GSA contract (consent)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency is meeting to review routine administrative items. The board will consider a contract modification for engineering services related to a specific water improvement project.

• Retroactive amendment to agreement with PACE Engineering, Inc. (Contract No. 610895) for the County Service Area (CSA) 2-Sugarloaf Water Improvement Project to modify rates and increase maximum compensation

The Shasta County Water Agency approved a retroactive amendment to the PACE Engineering agreement for the CSA No. 2-Sugarloaf Water Improvement Project, increasing compensation by $270,000 to a new maximum of $1,130,000. The board also approved the June 25, 2024, meeting minutes. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024, meeting (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive amendment to PACE Engineering agreement, increasing compensation by $270,000 to $1,130,000 (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will meet to review reports and discuss potential recommendations for the Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes an introduction and discussion with the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

• Discussion of recommendations for the Shasta County Board of Supervisors
• Introduction of Tom Toller, County Clerk/Registrar of Voters
• Review of Commissioner and ad hoc committee reports

The Shasta County Elections Commission held a regular meeting with all three commissioners present. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made; the agenda consisted of commissioner reports, public comment, and an introductory discussion with County Clerk/Registrar of Voters Tom Toller about election processes and concerns from the March 2024 Primary Election. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Commissioners discussed draft letters to Tom Toller and Secretary of State (no action)
• Commissioners discussed concerns about poll pads, voter registration, and ballot handling (no action)
• Commissioners met with Tom Toller for introductory discussion (no action)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will consider a charter amendment to limit eminent domain, a resolution to encourage the City of Redding to manage the Redding Regional Airport, and a series of contracts and budget amendments. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zoning ordinance.

• Introduce ordinance limiting eminent domain
• Encourage City of Redding to manage Redding Regional Airport
• Approve $905,687 budget amendment for HHAP
• Award $441,204 contract for Fall River Mills Corporation Yard
• Public hearing on Zone Amendment 24-0002

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors introduced an ordinance adding limits on the county's use of eminent domain and adopted Resolution No. 2024-066 to place the charter amendment before voters on November 5, 2024. The vote was 3-2, with Supervisors Garman and Rickert opposed. The Board also approved letters urging Avelo Airlines to reconsider leaving Redding Regional Airport and encouraging the City of Redding to form a Joint Powers Authority for the airport. In closed session on existing litigation, County Counsel reported no reportable action.

• Introduced ordinance limiting county eminent domain and adopted Resolution No. 2024-066 calling a November 5, 2024 election on the charter amendment (3-2; Garman and Rickert no)
• Approved a letter to Avelo Airlines asking it to reconsider withdrawal from Redding Regional Airport (unanimous)
• Approved a letter to Redding City Council encouraging a Joint Powers Authority for the airport (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring a July 23, 2024 item on hiring an outside consultant for a Cost Plan efficiency review, up to $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the Chair's 2024 appointments and liaison assignments (3-2; Rickert and Garman no)
• Directed staff to bring a future policy on travel and expense approval for late-term Supervisor travel (3-2; Garman and Rickert no)
• Approved Zone Amendment 24-0002 (Robert L. Nash), rezoning 97.33 acres from EA-AP to A-1 near 10925 Old Oregon Trail, and enacted Ordinance No. 378-2077 (unanimous)
• Consent calendar approved, including $5.5M Restpadd psychiatric services maximum, $2,430,030 Shasta County Office of Education agreement, and $905,686.19 City of Redding homeless funds agreement (unanimous except Rickert no on the charter vacancies ordinance)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will vote to elect a Vice‑Chair for the rest of calendar year 2024. It will also approve the minutes from the April 22 and June 14, 2024 meetings. Commissioners will discuss drafting new or revised recommendations on the use of paper poll pads for the Board of Supervisors, and consider additional recommendations to be sent to the Board.

• R1 – Vote to elect a Vice‑Chair for the remainder of 2024
• C1 – Approve minutes of the April 22 and June 14, 2024 meetings
• R2 – Discuss directing commissioners to draft new or revised recommendations on paper poll pads
• R5 – Discuss recommendations for the Board of Supervisors and direct up to two commissioners to draft them
• R3 – Receive commissioner reports

The Commission elected Commissioner Hansen as Vice-Chair and approved minutes from April and June meetings. Members discussed poll book types and directed an investigation into records retention for the Registrar of Voters office.

• Elected Commissioner Hansen as 2024 Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed Commissioners Lund and Plumb to investigate and draft records retention recommendations for the ROV office (consensus)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance regarding filling vacancies for elected officials and a consolidated election for November 5, 2024. Other items include appointments for the Elections Commission and County Clerk-Registrar of Voters, as well as a presentation on Psychiatric Advance Directives.

• Ordinance to add procedures for filling elected official vacancies and calling a consolidated election
• Appointment of Nathan Pinkney to the Shasta County Elections Commission
• Appointment of Thomas Toller as County Clerk-Registrar of Voters
• 2024 Overlay Project contract award to J.F. Shea Construction, Inc. for $3,484,926
• Presentation on the Multi-County Innovation project regarding Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs)

The Board appointed Thomas Toller as County Clerk-Registrar of Voters by a 3-2 vote. They also approved an ordinance to add procedures for filling elected office vacancies, which will be voted on in November 2024. Additionally, the Board awarded a $3.48 million road construction contract and approved several social service agreements.

• Approved appointment of Thomas Toller as County Clerk-Registrar of Voters (3-2)
• Introduced ordinance on filling elected office vacancies for Nov 5, 2024 election (Unanimous)
• Awarded '2024 Overlay Project' contract to J.F. Shea Construction for $3,484,926 (Unanimous)
• Approved $495,006 retroactive agreement for youth housing services (Unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 retroactive agreement for youth mental health services (Unanimous)
• Reappointed four members to Public Health Advisory Board (3-2)
• Denied appointment of Nathan Pinkney to Elections Commission (2-3)
• Directed staff to prepare RFP for tourism advertising (Unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board will consider adopting the recommended Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for the Shasta County Air Quality Management District. The agenda also includes accepting the FY 2022-23 independent auditors' report and approving minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting. These items are expected to have no impact on the General Fund.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Air Quality Management District budget
• Acceptance of the FY 2022-23 Independent Auditors’ Report
• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes

The Shasta County Air Pollution Control Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for the Air Quality Management District. The board also accepted the independent auditors' report for the district's 2022-23 financial statements and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were received during the open time.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 Air Quality Management District budget (unanimous)
• Accepted Independent Auditors’ Report for FY 2022-23 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, including salary schedules and position allocations. Additional items include year-end budget amendments across multiple departments and an ordinance to suspend traffic impact fee collections.

• Adoption of FY 2024-25 Budget, fund balances, and salary schedule
• Year-end budget amendments for various departments including Roads ($9,395,263 decrease) and Information Technology ($450,000 decrease)
• Lease agreements for airplane hangars at Fall River Mills Airport
• Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 645 to suspend traffic impact fee collections
• Order of Discharge of Accountability for unsecured property taxes over ten years old

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and salary resolutions, and denied a proposed one-percent special transactions and use tax that would have funded a new jail and been placed on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The Board also enacted an ordinance suspending collection of Traffic Impact Fees, formed a single countywide Permanent Road Division, and approved numerous consent-calendar contracts and budget amendments. Most actions were unanimous; Supervisor Rickert voted no on the traffic impact fee ordinance and related resolutions.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 budget (Resolution No. 2024-055) and Salary Resolution No. 1678 (5-0)
• Denied proposed 1% Special Public Safety Transactions and Use Tax for a new jail and denied placing it on the November 5, 2024 ballot (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 645-1 suspending collection of Traffic Impact Fees (Rickert voted no)
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 2024-056 and 2024-057 suspending Traffic Impact Fees (Rickert voted no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-062 forming the countywide Shasta County Permanent Road Division, with existing PRDs becoming zones (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-061 continuing Siskiyou County solid waste disposal parcel charges for FY 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved Order of Discharge of Accountability for $75,596.62 in unsecured property taxes plus $7,558.98 penalties and $260.00 costs (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including budget amendments, contracts, and Resolution No. 2024-060 recognizing Teamsters Local #137 for the Supervisory Unit (5-0, except Rickert no on traffic fee items)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will consider adopting a resolution for Fiscal Year 2024-25. This includes the adoption of the budget, position allocations, and the county salary schedule. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Adoption of FY 2024-25 budget, position allocations, and salary schedule
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 20, 2023, May 21, and June 4, 2024

The Shasta County Housing Authority approved the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. This action included the adoption of the Schedule of Position Allocations by Budget Unit and the County Salary Schedule. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings held in 2023 and 2024.

• Approved minutes from June 20, 2023, May 21, and June 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Authority Resolution No. 2024-03 for FY 2024-25 (unanimous)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority Board will meet to review administrative actions including previous meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to consider a resolution for Fiscal Year 2024-25 regarding the budget, position allocations, and the County Salary Schedule.

• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2024-25 adopting the budget
• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2024-25 adopting the Schedule of Position Allocations
• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2024-25 adopting the County Salary Schedule

The Governing Board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2024-01, which establishes the budget, position allocations, and salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The board also approved the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 budget, position allocations, and salary schedule via Resolution No. 2024-01 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency Board is meeting to review administrative actions and the upcoming annual budget. The agenda includes approving minutes from the June 4, 2024, meeting and adopting a resolution for the 2024-25 fiscal year budget.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
• Approval of minutes from the June 4, 2024, meeting

The Shasta County Water Agency adopted its Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget by unanimous vote through Water Agency Resolution No. 2024-01. The board also approved the minutes of its June 4, 2024 meeting on the consent calendar. No members of the public commented, and the meeting adjourned at 10:18 a.m. The minutes do not state the budget's dollar amount or contents.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 budget via Water Agency Resolution No. 2024-01 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the June 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous, consent calendar)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting, Day 2

The Board of Supervisors will take actions regarding the vacant County Clerk / Registrar of voters position. Proposed actions include conducting oral interviews and considering the appointment of one candidate pending a background investigation.

• Oral interviews for the vacant County Clerk / Registrar of voters position
• Appointment of one candidate for the County Clerk / Registrar of voters position

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: County Clerk/ROV Interviews

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting regarding the vacant County Clerk/Registrar of Voters position. The board intends to conduct oral interviews and consider appointing one candidate, subject to a successful background investigation.

• Oral interviews for the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters vacancy
• Consideration of appointing one candidate to the position
• Providing direction to staff regarding the vacancy

Shasta County supervisors held special meetings June 18-19, 2024 to interview candidates for the vacant County Clerk/Registrar of Voters position. After interviews and public comment, a motion to appoint Clint Curtis and a substitute motion to appoint Joanna Francescut each failed to carry, and a second substitute motion to offer the job to Thomas Toller carried 3-2, with Supervisors Garman and Rickert voting no. The offer is contingent on completion of a background investigation in accordance with legal requirements. Candidate Kristen Kelley had withdrawn her application.

• Offered Thomas Toller appointment as County Clerk/Registrar of Voters, contingent on a background investigation (3-2; Garman and Rickert no)
• Motion to appoint Clint Curtis (Jones/Kelstrom) did not carry
• Substitute motion to appoint Joanna Francescut (Rickert/Garman) did not carry
• Amended interview process to give each Supervisor six minutes of questioning per candidate plus ten minutes of follow-up (unanimous)
• Announced final interviews would be held Wednesday, June 19 at 9:00 a.m.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider opposing state bills regarding vehicle speed assistance and local government contracting authority. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items involving grant agreements, service renewals, and public works projects.

• Opposition to Senate Bill 961 (passive intelligent speed assistance)
• Opposition to Assembly Bill 2557 (local government contracting authority)
• Redwood Blvd Parking Lot Project bid advertisement
• Formation of a countywide Permanent Road Division
• HAVA grant agreements for polling place accessibility and election administration

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors approved letters opposing Senate Bill 961 and Assembly Bill 2557 during its regular meeting. The Board also passed multiple consent items, including grant acceptances, service agreements, and a resolution to initiate a single countywide Permanent Road Division. Additionally, the Board authorized retaining Porter Scott as counsel for existing litigation by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved letters in opposition to Senate Bill 961 and Assembly Bill 2557 (unanimously carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-052 accepting a HAVA grant not to exceed $20,000 for polling place accessibility
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-053 approving HAVA grant funds not to exceed $135,000 for election administration and security
• Approved a renewal agreement with The Sail House, Inc. not to exceed $1,100,000 for residential care home services
• Approved a renewal revenue agreement with Anderson Union High School District not to exceed $1,636,324 for Juvenile Prevention Officers
• Approved an agreement with HOPE City Redding not to exceed $120,000 for restorative justice and mentoring services
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-054 initiating the formation of a single, countywide Permanent Road Division
• Authorized retaining Porter Scott as counsel for existing litigation (5-0 vote)

Shasta County Elections Commission Special Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission is holding a special meeting to review its 2024 meeting schedule and ad hoc committees. The Commission will also receive reports from commissioners and committee members.

• Amendments to the 2024 meeting calendar
• Review and amendment of ad hoc committees
• Commissioner and ad hoc committee reports

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider rural transit operations involving the Redding Area Bus Authority and a potential change to the Shasta County Zoning Plan. Additional items include several budget amendments for public health and social services, as well as various contract renewals.

• Public hearing regarding rural transit operations and transfer of two vehicles to RABA
• Resolution to consider increasing allowed intermodal shipping containers in the Shasta County Zoning Plan
• Ordinance to suspend the collection of Traffic Impact Fees
• Budget amendments for PHA Housing Assistance, Opportunity Center, and MHSA Adult Services
• Renewal lease agreement with Stillwater Properties, LLC for office space on California Street

The Board of Supervisors designated the Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) as the rural transit provider for unincorporated areas and transferred two transit vehicles to the agency. Other key actions included approving a process for interviewing a new County Clerk/Registrar of Voters and initiating zoning amendments for shipping containers.

• Approved MOU and Resolution No. 2024-051 to make RABA rural transit provider and transfer two vehicles (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-050 to consider increasing allowed intermodal shipping containers for permanent storage (3-1)
• Approved two-day interview process for County Clerk/Registrar of Voters (4-1)
• Introduced ordinance to suspend collection of traffic impact fees (4-1)
• Appointed Margaret Hansen to the Shasta County Elections Commission (3-1)
• Approved $1.38M agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health LLC for mental health services (4-0)
• Approved $1.04M agreement with Gateway Unified High School District for Deputy Probation Officers (4-0)
• Approved $1.02M agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. for PATH housing program (4-0)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The IHSS Public Authority is conducting public hearings for the 2024-25 fiscal year budget. The board will review the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer’s overview. No formal appeals have been received regarding the budget units.

• FY 2024-25 IHSS Public Authority Budget Hearings
• Approval of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The Housing Authority is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The Board will receive the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer's overview before considering potential revisions or additions.

• FY 2024-25 Housing Authority Budget Hearings
• Approval of August 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 3

The Board is starting public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. Members will also consider hiring an investigator regarding a letter from the California Attorney General about the Zogg Fire settlement. Additionally, the Board will discuss recruitment for the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

• Start of FY 2024-25 budget hearings
• Hiring an investigator regarding the Zogg Fire settlement
• $274,940,519 annual appropriations limit for FY 24-25
• $237,581 purchase of a 2025 Freightliner M2 106 truck
• Contribution to the City of Redding for United Airlines flights

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 2

The Water Agency Board is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for fiscal year 2024-25. The board will receive the recommended budget and the County Executive Officer’s overview before considering potential revisions or additions.

• FY 2024-25 Recommended Budget hearing
• Approval of January 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 2

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recommended Budget. They will also consider a resolution to hire an investigator regarding a letter from the California Attorney General about the Zogg Fire settlement. Additionally, the Board will discuss recruitment processes for the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

• Public hearings for the FY 2024-25 Recommended Budget
• Resolution to hire an investigator regarding the Zogg Fire settlement letter
• Purchase of a 2025 Freightliner M2 truck for $237,581
• Bridge deck replacement contract for Coleman Fish Hatchery Road
• FY 2024-25 appropriations limit set at $274,940,519

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

The IHSS Public Authority is conducting the first day of its fiscal year 2024-25 budget hearings. The board will receive the recommended budget and an overview from the County Executive Officer. A public hearing will be held to consider any revisions or reductions to the proposed budget.

• FY 2024-25 IHSS Public Authority Budget Hearings
• Approval of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board held Day 1 of its FY 2024-25 budget hearing on June 4, 2024, recessed to June 6, 2024, and reconvened with all five Supervisors present. No members of the public spoke during the public comment period or the budget public hearing. The Board unanimously approved budget units that had not been formally appealed and had no major policy considerations or outstanding issues, and directed the County Executive Officer to prepare a FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget resolution for later Board action. The Board also approved the minutes of its April 2, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the April 2, 2024 meeting as submitted (unanimous, Jones/Rickert)
• Approved FY 2024-25 budget units not formally appealed and with no major policy considerations or outstanding issues (unanimous, Garman/Rickert)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare a FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget resolution for subsequent Board consideration and action (unanimous, Garman/Rickert)

Housing Authority Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 1

The Housing Authority is conducting the first day of budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The board will review the recommended budget and an overview from the County Executive Officer. A public hearing will be held to consider potential revisions or additions to the proposed budget.

• Approval of August 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Receipt of FY 2024-25 recommended budget and County Executive Officer's overview
• Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 Housing Authority budget

The Housing Authority approved budget units for Fiscal Year 2024-25 that had no formal appeals or major policy issues. The County Executive Officer was directed to prepare a final Adopted Budget resolution for future board action.

• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-25 budget units without appeals or major policy issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget resolution (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting: Budget Hearings, Day 1

The Board will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 recommended budget. They will also consider hiring an investigator to review a California Attorney General letter concerning the Zogg Fire settlement.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 recommended budget
• Resolution to hire an investigator regarding the Zogg Fire settlement letter
• Contribution to the City of Redding for United Airlines flights
• Purchase of a 2025 Freightliner M2 106 truck for $237,581
• FY 2024-25 appropriations limit set at $274,940,519

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors held Day 1 of its FY 2024-25 budget hearings, hearing department presentations and taking several budget actions. The Board eliminated the 11th attorney position and its $221,528 appropriation from County Counsel, removed the Board's food expense line item, and restored one Physical Therapist position to HHSA. It also adopted Resolution No. 2024-045 directing an outside investigation into a January 29, 2024 Attorney General letter about the Zogg Fire settlement, capped at $30,000, and approved the remaining unappealed budget units while directing preparation of an adopted budget resolution.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-045 directing outside investigation of Jan 29, 2024 AG letter on Zogg Fire settlement, max $30,000 (4-1, Jones no)
• Eliminated 11th attorney position and $221,528 appropriation from County Counsel (unanimous)
• Eliminated food expense line item from Board of Supervisors budget (unanimous)
• Restored one Physical Therapist position to HHSA budget (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring future letter on returning CSBG funding to the State (unanimous, as amended)
• Directed staff to bring potential Eligibility Worker reclassification after State budget finalized (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring potential Legal Secretary reclassification after State budget finalized (unanimous)
• Approved unappealed budget units as amended and directed CEO to prepare FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget resolution (unanimous)

Water Agency Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing, Day 1

The Water Agency Board is conducting the first day of hearings for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The board will receive the recommended budget and an overview from the County Executive Officer. This includes a public hearing to consider any revisions or additions to the proposed budget.

• FY 2024-25 Water Agency Budget Hearings
• Approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes

The Shasta County Water Agency approved budget units for Fiscal Year 2024-25 that had no formal appeals or major policy issues. The Board directed the County Executive Officer to prepare a final Adopted Budget resolution for future consideration, incorporating changes from hearings and state legislative updates. The meeting also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget units with no appeals or major policy issues (unanimous)
• Directed County Executive Officer to prepare FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget resolution
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting: Budget Hearing

The Board will conduct a public hearing to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for the Air Quality Management District. The agenda also includes a proposal to redirect $96,000 in grant funds from Butte, Calaveras, and Placer counties.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 budget proposal
• Resolution to redirect $96,000 in Prescribed Burn Reporting and Monitoring Support Grant funds
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Air Pollution Control Board approved the redirection of $96,000 in excess grant funds to three other county air districts. The Board also held a public hearing to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-02 to redirect $96,000 in Prescribed Burn Reporting and Monitoring Support Grant funds to Butte, Calaveras, and Placer County districts (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment increasing revenue and appropriations by $96,000 in the Air Quality Management District Budget (4-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Reviewed proposed FY 2024-25 budget for adoption at the June 25, 2024 meeting

Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The board will also consider a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan.

• Public hearing and resolution for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan amendments
• Public hearing and resolution to approve the FY 2024-25 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Annual Plan

The Housing Authority approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan to maintain the Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance program. The board also amended the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan to update subsidy standards.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-01 to update subsidy standards in the HCV Program Administrative Plan (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-02 approving the FY 2024-25 PHA Annual Plan (Unanimous)
• Authorized the Housing Authority Director or designee to sign PHA Certifications of Compliance (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will review funding options for an expansion to the County Jail and hear updates on canal repairs from the Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District. They will also consider budget amendments involving millions in state realignment funds for Social Services and Welfare & Cash Aid. Additionally, the Board will discuss a potential contribution to help secure United Airlines flights in Redding.

• Presentation on funding options for County Jail expansion
• $4,174,984.50 contract award for Cove Road Storm Damage Slide Repair Project
• Budget amendments for Social Services and Welfare & Cash Aid using State Realignment funds
• Proposed contribution to the City of Redding for United Airlines flights
• Ordinance to repeal fees for copying public records

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to develop a proposal for a 1% specific sales tax for a new jail to be placed on the November 2024 ballot. Other actions included awarding a $4.17M road repair contract and approving a $100,000 contribution to the City of Redding for airline flights.

• Directed staff to propose a 1% specific sales tax for new correctional facility construction (3-2)
• Awarded $4,174,984.50 Cove Road slide repair contract to Stimpel-Wiebelhaus Associates, Inc. (3-1)
• Approved $100,000 contribution to City of Redding for United Airlines eastbound flights (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-043 to establish a Post-Employment Benefits Trust (unanimous)
• Repealed Ordinance No. 755 regarding public records copying fees (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive HHSA budget amendments totaling over $6M for FY 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research tourism spending recommendations (unanimous)
• Ordered investigation into handling of Attorney General's letter regarding Zogg Fire settlement (unanimous)

Assessment Appeals Board Regular Meeting

The Board will elect its 2024 leadership and set the 2025 hearing schedule. The meeting includes reviewing various postponement requests, withdrawals, and scheduled property tax appeals.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Setting of 2025 Assessment Appeals Board hearing dates
• Review of first-time postponement requests (309 Waivers)
• Review of withdrawals and stipulations for various property appeals
• Scheduled hearings for CalPortland Company and Lithia Financial

The Board elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and scheduled 2025 hearings for May 21-23. The Board denied several property assessment appeals, including one for CalPortland Company and another for the Standiford Family 2004 Trust, while granting a penalty abatement for Boulder Creek Properties.

• Elected Kasey Stewart as Chair and Ken Murray as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Set 2025 hearing dates for May 21-23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved postponements for 6 appeals, including Trader Joe's and Hatchet Ridge Wind LLC (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawals and stipulations for 64 appeals (unanimous)
• Denied appeals 2022-102 (Redding Auto Center) and 2022-103 (Wittig Investment Inc.) (unanimous)
• Denied Application No. 2023-019 (CalPortland Company) (unanimous)
• Denied Application No. 2023-029 (Donald Paul Barich Revocable Living Trust) (unanimous)
• Granted 10% penalty abatement for Application Nos. 2023-070 and 2023-071 (Victor D. Lammers, Boulder Creek Properties) (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance to establish compensation for Board members. Other items include a presentation on road maintenance requirements and various administrative agreements.

• Ordinance establishing compensation for Board of Supervisors members
• Presentation regarding Ordinance No. 667 for road acceptance and maintenance
• Presentation from the Shasta County District Attorney on the prosecutorial process
• Presentation from Rural County Representatives of California regarding their strategic plan
• Re-advertising bids for the Fall River Mills Corporation Yard Roofing Project

The Board of Supervisors approved a new compensation ordinance and associated salary resolutions. They also authorized several service contracts for probation, mental health, and jail education, and directed staff to revise road maintenance requirements.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 772 establishing Board of Supervisors compensation (3-2)
• Approved $1,787,715 revenue agreement for Victim/Witness Claims Unit
• Approved $726,986 agreement for STEP-UP program (Probation)
• Approved $615,120 agreement for GPS and alcohol monitoring devices (Probation)
• Approved $360,000 retroactive renewal for EA Family Services mental health services
• Approved $290,000 agreement for inmate educational services at Shasta County Jail
• Directed staff to repeal and replace Ordinance No. 667 regarding road maintenance (4-0)
• Rejected bid for Fall River Mills Corporation Yard Roofing Project and ordered re-advertisement

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider options regarding the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters vacancy and a presentation on Traffic Impact Fees. The agenda also includes various administrative resolutions, personnel recognitions, and several contract approvals.

• Award $1,212,800 contract to Builder Solutions, Inc. for Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility West Recreation Yard Addition
• Deny PG&E claim for $1,937,769 in property tax refunds
• Discuss options regarding the County Clerk / Registrar of Voters vacancy
• Review presentation on Traffic Impact Fees (TIFs)
• Award contract to Iron Mountain General Engineering, Inc. for Redding Regional Septage Impoundment 1A Cleanout Project

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to begin a four-week recruitment process for the County Clerk/Registrar of Voters vacancy. Other actions included approving several public works contracts and introducing an ordinance to change Board compensation.

• Directed four-week recruitment for County Clerk/Registrar of Voters with interviews on June 17, 2024 (3-1)
• Introduced ordinance establishing new compensation for Board of Supervisors (3-1)
• Adopted Resolutions 2024-038 and 2024-039 to implement 1% CalPERS cost sharing for Board members and elected department heads (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,212,800 contract to Builder Solutions, Inc. for Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility West Recreation Yard Addition (unanimous)
• Awarded $620,000 contract to Iron Mountain General Engineering, Inc. for Redding Regional Septage Impoundment 1A Cleanout Project (unanimous)
• Denied PG&E claim for FY 2019-20 property tax refund of $1,937,769 plus interest (unanimous)
• Approved increasing maximum compensation for Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. from $168,000 to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare documents to suspend all Traffic Impact Fees (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider a letter of opposition to Senate Bill 961 regarding vehicle speed assistance systems. Additionally, the Board will review several consent calendar items including budget increases for law enforcement and various administrative appointments.

• Opposition to SB 961 regarding passive intelligent speed assistance systems
• Sheriff Budget increase of $1,330,668 in revenue and $1,208,684 in appropriations
• Public Defender Admin Budget increase of $52,783
• District Attorney Budget increase of $160,023 in revenue and $149,689 in appropriations
• Emergency Solutions Grant application for homeless prevention and rapid rehousing

The Board of Supervisors approved budget amendments increasing revenue and appropriations for the Sheriff, Public Defender, and District Attorney. The Board also authorized several grant applications for homeless services and waste cleanup and opposed a state bill regarding vehicle speed assistance systems.

• Approved budget increases for Sheriff, Public Defender, and District Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved letter of opposition to Senate Bill 961 (unanimous)
• Authorized ESG grant application up to $400,000 for homeless services (unanimous)
• Ratified CalRecycle waste tire cleanup grant application for $250,000 (unanimous)
• Ratified CalRecycle farm and ranch solid waste cleanup grant application for $200,000 (unanimous)
• Voted to waive attorney-client privilege for a District Attorney investigation report (3-1)
• Adopted proclamation designating April 30, 2024, as Therapy Animal Day (unanimous)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

This meeting addendum contains a single scheduled closed session item. The Board will meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation, case 24F1666. No other substantive agenda items are listed in this addendum.

• Closed session discussion of existing litigation (Case 24F1666)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several legislative oppositions regarding state bills and salmon fisheries. They will also review presentations from the Sheriff’s Office on border control and volunteer recognition. Additionally, the meeting includes decisions on various infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for fire and jail services.

• $8,162,000 contract award for Jail Inmate Transportation & Courtroom Repurposing Project
• $3,762,693 budget amendment for fire engines and a Breathing Support Unit vehicle
• $1,397,559.41 in funds for Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention in Redding
• Letters of opposition to state bills AB 2882, SB 1057, and SB 1328
• Sheriff's Office presentation on border control and asylum seeker response

The Board awarded over $10 million in contracts for jail transportation and public health laboratory projects. It also adopted a resolution regarding responses to the abandonment of asylum seekers and noncitizen migrants in the county.

• Awarded $8.162M contract for Jail Inmate Transportation & Courtroom Repurposing Project
• Awarded $2.494M contract for Public Health Laboratory HVAC and Roof Replacement Project
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-026 regarding response to abandonment of asylum seekers and noncitizen migrants (3-1)
• Approved $3.76M budget amendment for six new fire engines and one breathing support unit
• Approved $264,989.09 agreement with CrowdStrike for endpoint protection (3-1)
• Enacted Zone Amendment 23-0007 regulating intermodal shipping containers
• Approved Zone Amendment 23-0005 for David and Andrea Scott
• Retroactively appointed Alan B. Cox as Interim County Counsel (Feb 3 – April 7, 2024)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will review election observation findings from the March 5, 2024, Primary Election. Members will also discuss preparing recommendations for the Board of Supervisors and may seek a legal opinion regarding access to canceled voter rolls.

• Presentation by Dr. Laura Hobbs on March 5, 2024, Primary Election observation findings
• Request for legal opinion regarding access to canceled voter rolls
• Discussion of 'Statement of Votes' and potential recommendations
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 11, March 25, and April 8, 2024

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will discuss options for preserving June 2022 election records and receive updates on inmate security services. The agenda also includes several budget amendments and contract approvals across county departments.

• Discussion regarding preservation of June 2022 Statewide Direct Primary Election records
• Update on Ardent Security providing inmate security services outside the Shasta County Jail
• Approval of a $5,268,887 grant for Behavioral Health and Social Services
• Retroactive grant agreement with Center for Tech and Civic Life for $1,500,000
• Budget amendment for PHA Housing Assistance increasing appropriations by $1,195,011

The Board approved a $1.5 million grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life for the Elections Department. Supervisors also directed County Counsel to research California law regarding the preservation of June 2022 primary election materials. Multiple public works contracts and health service grants were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved $1.5M grant from Center for Tech and Civic Life (3-1)
• Directed County Counsel to research preservation of June 2022 election materials (3-1)
• Awarded $285,096 Redding Veterans Hall roof contract to Harbert Roofing, Inc.
• Awarded $57,000 West Central Landfill gas monitoring wells contract to GeoServ, Inc.
• Approved $30,000 CivicPlus, LLC agreement for Shasta County Code hosting
• Authorized $500,000 HOME grant application for first-time homebuyer assistance
• Accepted $5,268,887 grant for Behavioral Health and Social Services
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-025 to accept radio equipment donation from Eric Marler

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will review observations from the March 5, 2024, Primary Election. The meeting includes a request for a legal opinion on accessing canceled voter rolls and discussions regarding the "Statement of Votes." Commissioners may also be directed to prepare recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• Reviewing observations from the March 5, 2024, Primary Election
• Requesting a legal opinion on accessing canceled voter rolls
• Discussing the "Statement of Votes" released by the Elections office
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation

The meeting was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Regular Meeting

The IHSS Public Authority is reviewing routine administrative and financial actions. This includes approving meeting minutes from June 2023 and amending a contract for provider training.

• Approval of June 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Amendment to agreement with Austin Kiser dba Kiser CPR & First Aid Training to increase maximum compensation for provider training

The Shasta County In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Governing Board held a regular meeting on April 2, 2024. With no public comment, the board approved its consent calendar unanimously (Kelstrom/Jones), accepting minutes from June 27, 2023, and amending an agreement with Austin Kiser dba Kiser CPR & First Aid Training to raise maximum compensation to $17,000 while keeping the term of February 28, 2023, through December 31, 2024. The meeting adjourned at 2:08 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to agreement with Austin Kiser dba Kiser CPR & First Aid Training, increasing maximum compensation to $17,000, term February 28, 2023 through December 31, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider approving a retroactive agreement for a $1,500,000 grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life. Additionally, staff may be directed to prepare a request for proposals for a consultant regarding Resolution 2024-007. The agenda also includes declaring election results from the March 5, 2024, primary.

• Retroactive agreement with Center for Tech and Civic Life for a $1,500,000 grant
• $50,000 budget amendment to fund a consultant RFP for Resolution 2024-007 implementation
• Agreement with Sutter Bay Hospitals not to exceed $100,000 for health care services
• Declaration of March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election results
• Amendment to NetFile, Inc. agreement to increase compensation and extend term

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to postpone a decision on a spending plan for a $1,500,000 Center for Tech and Civic Life election grant to its April 9, 2024, meeting, to add options that maximize impact on the General Fund. A substitute motion to approve the grant with a specific 'Option A - Voting System' spending plan failed 2-3. The Board also declared the results of the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election 4-1, with Supervisor Jones voting no, and directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposal for a consultant to create an implementation plan for Resolution No. 2024-007, carried 4-1 with Supervisor Rickert voting no.

• Approved postponing the Center for Tech and Civic Life $1,500,000 grant spending plan to April 9, 2024 (4-1, Rickert no)
• Substitute motion to approve the $1,500,000 grant with 'Option A - Voting System' spending plan failed (2-3: Ayes Rickert, Garman; Noes Crye, Jones, Kelstrom)
• Declared nominations, measures, and persons elected from the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election (4-1, Jones no)
• Directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposal for a consultant to create an implementation plan for Resolution No. 2024-007 (4-1, Rickert no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-022 recognizing Kathryn Cooper as Employee of the Month for April 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation designating April 2024 as 'Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month' (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation designating April 6-12, 2024, as 'Week of the Young Child' (unanimous)
• Consent Calendar approved unanimously, including NetFile amendment (+$33,454, new max $80,000), Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare amendment (+$330,050/FY, new max $1,410,100), and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore labor agreement (not to exceed $500,000 through April 30, 2027)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Litigation Closed Session

The Board of Supervisors will meet in a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding an existing litigation case. The discussion involves California Land Stewardship Council LLC v. County of Shasta and its Board of Supervisors.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding California Land Stewardship Council LLC v. County of Shasta and its Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors met in a special closed session to discuss existing litigation regarding California Land Stewardship Council LLC v. County of Shasta. Acting County Counsel Alan B. Cox reported that no reportable action was taken during the session.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider several legislative actions, including opposing Assembly Bills regarding healthcare and agency vacancy rates. The agenda also includes various budget adjustments for Health and Human Services and a request for state grant funds.

• Opposition to Assembly Bill 2200 (single-payer health care)
• Opposition to Assembly Bill 2561 (agency vacancy rates)
• Budget amendments for Mental Health, Public Health, and Alcohol/Drug programs
• Application for $8,430,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds
• $12,000,000 budget amendment for Risk Management

The Board of Supervisors approved a $12 million budget amendment for a legal settlement and applied for $8.43 million in state infrastructure grants. The Board also adopted a new Code of Conduct for supervisors and a general personnel Code of Conduct.

• Approved $12M Risk Management Budget amendment for settlement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-021 to apply for $8.43M in CDBG MIT-RIP funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy Resolution No. 2024-01 for Board of Supervisors Code of Conduct (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-020 adding Code of Conduct to Personnel Rules (unanimous)
• Approved letters of opposition to AB 2200 and AB 2561 (unanimous)
• Accepted the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (unanimous)
• Approved various HHSA retroactive renewal agreements for mental health services (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 agreement with Whitchurch Engineering for landfill building remodel (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will discuss observations from the March 5, 2024, Primary Election to determine if draft recommendations should be prepared for the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding anticipated litigation involving two potential cases.

• Discussion of March 5, 2024, Primary Election observations
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two potential litigation cases
• Approval of February 26 and March 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Determination of election issues for future Board of Supervisors recommendations

The Commission established three ad hoc committees to address poll worker training, chain of custody issues, and poll worker pay. The body also approved February meeting minutes and postponed approval of March 11 minutes for revisions.

• Approved February 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of March 11, 2024 meeting minutes for revisions (unanimous)
• Established ad hoc committee (Lund, Baremore) for poll worker/observer training (unanimous)
• Established ad hoc committee (Baremore, Michaud) to investigate Chain of Custody issues (unanimous)
• Established ad hoc committee (Lund, Baremore) to research increased poll worker pay (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting: Litigation Closed Session

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors scheduled a special meeting for a closed session. The session involves a conference with legal counsel regarding the case Kropholler v. County of Shasta, et al.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Kropholler v. County of Shasta, et al.

The Board of Supervisors met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. Senior Deputy County Counsel reported that no reportable action was taken during the session.

• Discussed litigation Kropholler v. County of Shasta (no reportable action taken)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will receive presentations regarding the annual film report and PG&E's efforts to underground electricity lines. The agenda also includes several administrative appointments and contract amendments for county programs.

• Presentation from PG&E regarding undergrounding electricity transmission lines
• 2024 Redding Regional Septage Impoundment 1A Cleanout Project bidding authorization
• Amendment to SCOE agreement for Child Care Bridge Program administration
• Amendment to YMCA agreement for subsidized employment services
• Retroactive MOU with California Department of State Hospitals for bed use

The Board unanimously approved several health and human services agreements, including retroactive renewals for psychiatric hospital services and an amendment to the Child Care Bridge Program. They also adopted a proclamation for Women Veterans Appreciation Day and authorized a cleanout project for the Redding Regional Septage Impoundment. A closed session was held to discuss litigation, but no reportable actions were taken.

• Adopted proclamation for Women Veterans Appreciation Day (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive MOU for state hospital bed use (no max compensation)
• Approved DUI Program Needs Assessment; no new program needed
• Appointed members to Area Agency on Aging and Mental Health Advisory Board
• Approved amendment to Child Care Bridge Program agreement (+$31,020)
• Approved retroactive renewal with Sierra Vista Hospital (max $450,000)
• Approved retroactive renewal with Sutter Center for Psychiatry (max $180,000)
• Approved amendment to Psynergy Programs agreement (max $2,500,000)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider various administrative actions, including retail hour limits in Palo Cedro and youth mental health service renewals. Presentations are scheduled regarding homeowners' insurance and STAR services.

• Renewal of Victor Community Support Services, Inc. for youth mental health up to $6,000,000
• Resolution to consider zoning changes in Palo Cedro to limit retail hours and building size
• Presentation from California Department of Insurance on homeowners' insurance coverage
• Presentation from Health and Human Services Agency regarding STAR services
• Establishment of the Palo Cedro Planning Steering Committee

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 2024-018, a resolution of intent to consider amendments to the Shasta County Zoning Plan that would limit retail hours and building floor area/height for parcels zoned Community Commercial (C-2) in Palo Cedro. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 2024-019, establishing a five-member Palo Cedro Planning Steering Committee, with Supervisor Jones voting no. A motion to add a future agenda item to consider disbanding the Shasta County Elections Commission failed 2-3. The Board declined to appoint Samantha Breton to the In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee and approved several consent calendar items, including contracts and agreements.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-018, resolution of intent to consider zoning amendments limiting retail hours and floor area/height in Palo Cedro C-2 zones (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-019 establishing Palo Cedro Planning Steering Committee (4-1, Jones no)
• Failed to add future agenda item to consider disbanding Shasta County Elections Commission (2-3: Ayes Garman, Rickert; Noes Jones, Crye, Kelstrom)
• Declined to appoint Samantha Breton to In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (roll call: Garman and Rickert voting yes)
• Approved Letter of Commitment with State Dept. of General Services for Big Bend Road Slide Repair Project, estimated $55,000 (unanimous)
• Approved plans and specifications for Cove Road Storm Damage Slide Repair Project, authorized bid opening on or after April 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Regents of University of California for psychological evaluations, not to exceed $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items including $6,000,000 agreement with Victor Community Support Services and $950,000 maximum for Casa Serenity, Inc. (unanimous, except Rickert voted no on Elections Commission bylaws)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Board will consider approving the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting. A closed session is scheduled to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation with legal counsel.

• Approval of January 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation

The Air Pollution Control Board unanimously approved the minutes from its January 9, 2024 meeting. The board then recessed to a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session held for litigation discussion (no action taken)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will review updates regarding voter rolls and discuss observations from the March 5, 2024, Primary Election. Members may also identify election issues to prepare recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• Approval of February 26, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update on voter rolls from ad hoc committee members Lund and Grey
• Discussion of March 5, 2024, Primary Election observations
• Determination of election issues for potential recommendations to the Board of Supervisors

The Commission discussed observations from the March 5 Primary Election and issues regarding voter rolls. No votes were taken and no formal decisions were made during the meeting.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing mid-year budget amendments across multiple departments and considering various administrative actions. The agenda includes several public presentations and a series of routine consent calendar items.

• Award $435,810 contract to Sierra Excavating LLC for Old Juvenile Justice Center demolition
• Approve budget amendment of $800,000 for the Old Juvenile Justice Center demolition project
• Review mid-year budget adjustments including a $1.5 million increase for Risk Management
• Discuss legislative platform updates and letters regarding property loss reinsurance and AT&T
• Consider various department appropriations for the Sheriff, Jail, and Public Works budgets

The Board of Supervisors approved a series of mid-year budget adjustments for various departments and adopted a schedule for the FY 2024-25 proposed budget. The Board also authorized the hiring of six full-time Public Safety Service Officers for the Sheriff's Jail and awarded a $435,810 contract for the demolition of the old Juvenile Justice Center.

• Approved mid-year budget amendments for multiple departments (4-1)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1676 to add 6.0 FTE Public Safety Service Officer positions (unanimous)
• Awarded $435,810 demolition contract for Old Juvenile Justice Center to Sierra Excavating LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 budget increase for Shasta County Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved $395,164.68 renewal for foster youth education services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,386,857 agreement for California Home Visiting Program (unanimous)
• Approved $180,000 DEA agreement for Sheriff’s Marijuana Investigation Team (unanimous)
• Approved letters supporting H.R. 6944 and opposing AT&T's carrier obligation application (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will consider approving bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes reviewing draft recommendations regarding vote by mail drop boxes and hand counting ballots at precincts. Additionally, commissioners will receive updates on voter rolls and discuss future election issues.

• Approval of Commission Bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors
• Consideration of recommendations regarding vote by mail drop boxes
• Consideration of recommendations regarding hand counted ballots at precincts
• Update on voter rolls
• Discussion of election issues for future recommendations

The Shasta County Elections Commission approved amended bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors, and approved two sets of ad hoc committee recommendations — one on vote-by-mail drop boxes (4-1) and one on a local ordinance mandating hand counted ballots at precincts using paper pollbooks (3-2). Both recommendations go to the Board of Supervisors for consideration; the Commission itself did not adopt an ordinance. The meeting also included public comment, a voter rolls update, and commissioner reports.

• Approved minutes of the February 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous, consent calendar)
• Approved amended Elections Commission Bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
• Approved ad hoc committee recommendations on vote-by-mail drop boxes, as amended, for Board of Supervisors consideration (4-1, Baremore no)
• Approved ad hoc committee recommendations on a local ordinance mandating hand counted ballots at precincts using paper pollbooks, as amended (3-2, Baremore and Duckett no)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider opposing Senate Bill 961, which proposes limiting vehicle speeds to 10 miles per hour over the limit. The meeting also includes reviewing county legislative updates and various service agreements.

• Opposition to Senate Bill 961 regarding vehicle speed limits
• $1,680,000 agreement with Health Management Associates, Inc. for CalAIM implementation
• Veterans Hall Roofing Project bidding authorization
• Public Health Laboratory HVAC Replacement Project bidding authorization
• Agreement with Shasta County Arts Council for youth programs

The Board of Supervisors approved a letter of opposition to Senate Bill 961 and authorized several public works and health service contracts. They also directed staff to survey employees regarding the 2024 Employee Appreciation Day.

• Approved letter of opposition to Senate Bill 961 (unanimous)
• Approved $1.68M agreement with Health Management Associates, Inc. for CalAIM mandate (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 agreement with Shasta County Arts Council for murals and art programs (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment for A-1 Tree Service and Stump Removal up to $200,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized bidding for Veterans Hall Roofing Project and Public Health Laboratory HVAC Replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-011 for Sheriff-Boating Safety Unit lease payments (unanimous)
• Directed staff to conduct employee survey for 2024 Employee Appreciation Day (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-010 naming Anissa Dallen Employee of the Month (unanimous)

Addendum: Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Board of Supervisors meeting includes a scheduled closed session. This session is for a public employee performance evaluation regarding County Counsel. No other agenda items are listed in this addendum.

• Closed session: County Counsel performance evaluation

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024. Members will also consider recommending new Commission Bylaws to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors.

• Approval of January 8 and 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Recommendation of Elections Commission Bylaws to the Board of Supervisors
• Election of a 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of election issues for potential recommendation to the Board of Supervisors

The Commission approved the minutes from January 8 and January 22, 2024. Members discussed proposed bylaw amendments and various election issues, including voter rolls and ballot box observation. No action was taken regarding the election of a 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Approved January 8, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return amended bylaws at the next meeting (unanimous)
• Took no action on the election of 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will receive updates on county legislation and a presentation regarding the Child Abuse Central Index process. The agenda includes routine consent items such as office lease approvals and administrative appointments.

• Agreement with Superior California Investments, LLC for office space at 1670 Market Street, Redding
• Appointment of Supervisor Kelstrom to the Sierra Nevada Conservancy
• Presentation on Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) Process
• Discussion regarding California County Caucus membership affiliation

The Board of Supervisors approved changing its California State Association of Counties caucus membership from suburban to rural. The Board also directed staff to oppose Senate Bill 961 regarding vehicle speed limiters and approved a real property lease for office space.

• Approved caucus change from suburban to rural county membership (3-2)
• Directed staff to draft opposition letter to Senate Bill 961 (unanimous)
• Approved real property lease with Superior California Investments, LLC for 1670 Market Street, Redding (unanimous)
• Appointed Supervisor Kelstrom as representative to the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance to suspend the collection of new public facility impact fees. The agenda also includes several actions to transfer unspent homelessness grant funds to the City of Redding.

• Ordinance to suspend collection of new public facility impact fees
• Transfer of HHAP grant funds totaling over $4 million to the City of Redding
• Contract award for Cottonwood Collection System Improvement Project to SnL Group, Inc.
• Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for digital evidence management services
• Resolution opposing California Senate Bill 2

The Board of Supervisors enacted Ordinance No. 665-4, suspending collection of new public facility impact fees, on a 3-2 vote with Supervisors Garman and Rickert opposed. A prior motion to bring the item back with department-head feedback failed 2-3. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 2024-007 opposing California Senate Bill 2 and supporting Second Amendment rights, 3-2, after Interim County Counsel Gretchen Stuhr said the County could face potential litigation and that union agreement would be required for it to take effect. In closed session on one case of anticipated litigation, no reportable action was taken.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 665-4 suspending collection of new public facility impact fees (3-2; Garman and Rickert no)
• Motion to bring back impact-fee item with department-head feedback failed (2-3; Garman and Rickert ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-007 opposing California Senate Bill 2 and supporting citizen rights to bear arms (3-2; Garman and Rickert no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-006 recognizing Loren Brown, Custodian II, as 2023 Employee of the Year (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation designating January 21-27, 2024 as Coroner and Medicolegal Death Investigator Appreciation Week (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar unanimously, including Axon Enterprise agreement not to exceed $981,900 over 120 months and transfer of unspent HHAP funds to the City of Redding
• Approved amendment to Dan Purtzer, M.D. autopsy services agreement, increasing compensation by $200,000 to a new maximum of $250,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Salary Resolution No. 1675 deleting 3.0 FTE Elections and 2.0 FTE Personnel positions, with budget reductions of $403,353 and $117,656 (unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission is meeting to approve bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The Commission will also discuss costs for obtaining voter files and authorize expenditures for purchasing records. Additionally, members will consider amendments to the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Approval of Commission Bylaws for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors
• Discussion on costs and approval of expenditures for purchasing voter files
• Presentation: “Evidence that our elections are centrally controlled”
• Amendments to the 2024 meeting calendar

The Shasta County Elections Commission unanimously approved the purchase of voter rolls at two points in time and adopted the amended 2024 meeting calendar. The proposed Commission bylaws were tabled until the next meeting. The Commission also discussed procedures for forming recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved expenditure for voter roll purchases (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2024 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Tabled proposed Commission bylaws (unanimous)
• Pulled January 8, 2024 minutes from agenda for later review

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The Board will consider an ordinance to suspend the collection of new public facility impact fees for all new development. They will also vote on appointing a new Public Works Director and County Surveyor. Additionally, the agenda includes several departmental contract renewals and service agreements.

• Ordinance to suspend the collection of new Public Facility Impact Fees
• Appointment of Carl Troy Bartolomei as Public Works Director and Shawn Ankeny as County Surveyor
• Microsoft software maintenance renewal not to exceed $2,802,640.44
• Agreement with Frontier Energy, Inc. for a county fleet electrification plan
• MOU between the Sheriff’s Administrative Association and the County

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to introduce an ordinance suspending the collection of new public facility impact fees. Additionally, the Board appointed Carl Troy Bartolomei as Public Works Director and Road Commissioner, and Shawn Ankeny as County Surveyor. The Board also approved a new labor agreement with the Sheriff’s Administrative Association.

• Introduced ordinance to suspend new public facility impact fees (3-2)
• Appointed Carl Troy Bartolomei as Public Works Director and Road Commissioner
• Appointed Shawn Ankeny as County Surveyor
• Approved Sheriff’s Administrative Association MOU (2024-2025)
• Approved $2.8M Microsoft software licensing agreement
• Approved $557,413 engineering contract for Fern Road East bridge
• Appointed John Wildey to Assessment Appeals Board
• Recognized Sara Reese as January Employee of the Month

Water Agency Regular Meeting

The Water Agency Board will consider routine administrative actions during its January 9 meeting. This includes approving the Chairman's 2024 appointments to regional water boards and reviewing minutes from June 2023.

• 2024 Chairman’s appointments to Northern California Water Association Governing Board
• 2024 Chairman’s appointments to Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 6, 20, and 27, 2023

The Shasta County Water Agency held a regular meeting on January 9, 2024, with all directors present. In a single unanimous motion (Jones/Rickert), the agency approved the 2024 Chairman's appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board and the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee, and approved minutes from meetings held on June 6, 20, and 27, 2023. There was no public comment. The meeting adjourned at 3:24 p.m.

• Approved 2024 Chairman's appointments to the Northern California Water Association Governing Board and the Redding Area Water Council Policy Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of meetings held on June 6, 20, and 27, 2023, as submitted (unanimous)

Air Pollution Control Board Regular Meeting

The Air Pollution Control Board will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair. The Board will also consider ratifying an application for Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program funds. Other items include approving the 2024 meeting calendar and recent minutes.

• Election of the 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Ratification of $398,761 for Carl Moyer Air Quality Standards Attainment Program funds
• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar
• Chairman's appointments to Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council

The Board elected its Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024. It also adopted a resolution to ratify a grant application for air quality standards attainment funds and approved the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Elected Member Rickert as Chair for 2024 (4-1)
• Elected Member Munns as Vice-Chair for 2024 (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-01 to ratify application for Carl Moyer Program funds in a tentative amount of $398,761 (Unanimous, Rickert recused)
• Authorized District match for Carl Moyer Program using AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Funds up to $59,814 (Unanimous, Rickert recused)
• Approved 2024 meeting calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Chairman’s appointments to the Sacramento Valley Basinwide Air Pollution Control Council (Unanimous)
• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Shasta County Elections Commission Regular Meeting

The Shasta County Elections Commission will review a presentation on voter rolls and discuss future presentations from the County Clerk and Elections Office. The Commission also plans to expand an ad hoc committee's focus on ballot drop boxes and consider recommendations regarding the recall of District 1 Supervisor Kevin W. Crye.

• Reviewing voter rolls presentation and potential recommendations
• Expanding ad hoc committee scope for all ballot drop box issues
• Considering recommendations concerning the recall of District 1 Supervisor Kevin W. Crye
• Approving December 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved recommendations regarding the examination of initiatives, referendums, and recalls for Board of Supervisors consideration. Members also requested several presentations from the Registrar of Voters and revised the scope of a drop box ad hoc committee.

• Approved recommendations on examining initiatives, referendums, recalls, and petitions (3-2)
• Approved minutes from December 4 and 18, 2023 (unanimous)
• Directed Chair Lund to contact Registrar of Voters for requested presentations (unanimous)
• Expanded ad hoc committee duties to include all issues related to drop boxes for future elections (unanimous)
• Directed Chair Lund to develop a draft amended meeting calendar (unanimous)