Sonoma County public meetings in 2020
62 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items, including community investment grant awards for multiple districts. The agenda also includes budget resolutions for housing initiatives and fire protection service agreements.
- $6,200,000 budget resolution for the purchase and operation of Sebastopol Inn via Homekey funding
- Amendment to Gold Ridge Fire Protection District agreement adding $300,000 to reach a $1,200,000 total
- Technical revisions to County Code regarding vineyard, orchard, and water well construction standards
- Distribution of First District Community Investment Fund grants to various local organizations
- Distribution of Third District Community Investment Fund grants to various local organizations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items via the consent calendar. These include tax relief for fire-impacted businesses, lease amendments for county services, and new consulting agreements. The meeting also includes accepting the results of the November 2020 election.
- Waiver of tax penalties and interest for businesses suffering structure damage from 2020 fires
- $186,000 agreement with KPMG, LLP to assess homeless and housing services delivery
- Lease amendment for Child Support Services in Santa Rosa at $42,699.60 per month
- $161,096 grant from the California Department of Insurance for automobile insurance fraud prevention
- $123,000 contract for fee study review by NBS professional services
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering an ordinance to establish a West County Transient Occupancy Tax Area. The proposal includes a 4% tax increase to fund emergency medical services, fire agency consolidation, and local schools. If approved, the measure will be placed on the March 2, 2021, ballot.
- Proposed 4% transient occupancy tax increase in West County
- Funding for emergency medical services and fire agency consolidation
- Resolution to call a special election on March 2, 2021
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering an ordinance to establish a West County Transient Occupancy Tax Area. The proposal includes a 4% tax increase to fund emergency medical services, fire agency consolidation, and local schools. If adopted, the measure will be placed on the March 2, 2021, ballot.
- Proposed 4% increase in West County Transient Occupancy Tax
- Establishment of a West County Transient Occupancy Tax Area
- Funding for emergency medical services and fire agency consolidation
- Funding for West County schools and education opportunities
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering several administrative actions including contract amendments and grant acceptances. Items include the continuation of a local emergency proclamation and authorization for new master service agreements for county facilities.
- Contract amendment for Culture Pop Films video production increasing amount by $107,713
- Acceptance of FEMA grant for the Villa Grande Flood Mitigation Plan
- Continuation of the local emergency proclamation due to the Kincade Fire
- Authorization of $75,000 for AFFF products liability litigation legal services
- New Master Service Agreements for architectural and engineering services up to $3,000,000
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items to authorize the use of CARES Act and Emergency Solutions Grant funding. These actions aim to support individuals experiencing homelessness and provide rental assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.
- Authorization of up to $6,598,916 in ESG-CARES funds from HUD for pandemic response
- Approval of $1,394,042 in CARES Act administrative funds for the Housing Authority
- Redirection of $134,401 in HOME CHDO funds to tenant-based rental assistance
- Authorization of $4,987,187 in ESG-CV funds from the State of California
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial and administrative items, including large budget adjustments and grant acceptances. The agenda also includes updates on regional fire protection and the expansion of the Mobile Support Team.
- Acceptance of $4,698,809 in CDBG-DR funds for multi-family housing
- Budget adjustments totaling $81.7 million for the County
- Expansion of the Mobile Support Team with 8 new full-time positions
- Authorization of a $273,479 grant for the Urban Area Security Initiative
- Revenue analysis regarding potential Bodega Bay Fire Protection District consolidation
Board of Supervisors
This special meeting focuses on closed session matters. The Board will consider a public employee appointment and confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No open session items are listed for this meeting.
- Appointment of Agriculture Preservation and Open Space District General Manager
- Legal conference regarding Catherine Williams v. County of Sonoma litigation
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items on the consent calendar. This includes allocating SB 109 flood relief funds and accepting COVID-19 emergency funding for human services. Other items involve grant acceptances and updates to local fire protection and park fee policies.
- $1,500,000 budget adjustment for SB 109 Flood Relief Funds
- $1,096,545 in COVID-19 emergency funding for Human Services
- $810,601 grant for the District Attorney Victim/Witness Assistance Program
- $100,000 agreement with Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District
- Fee waivers for Regional Parks day use to honor veterans
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items, including contract amendments and budget adjustments. Key discussions include authorizing emergency repairs for facilities damaged by recent wildfires and approving various water management agreements.
- $315,049.50 budget adjustment for Registrar of Voters COVID-19 grant
- Dental Health Program contract increase of $170,098 for outreach and marketing
- $245,000 agreement with Allana Buick & Bers, Inc. for roof replacement engineering
- $600,000 agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for water supply resiliency
- Resolution to suspend competitive bidding for repairs following LNU Lightning Complex fires
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items on the consent calendar, including land conservation and service contracts. Proposed actions include authorizing a large-scale agricultural easement and approving various county construction and maintenance contracts.
- $3,210,000 acquisition of Mattos Dairy conservation easement
- Fire protection services agreement with City of Healdsburg up to $169,539
- Annual job order contracts for county repairs with multiple construction firms
- $807,098 contract for inmate food management services at detention facilities
- Vegetation management inspection agreements using a $900,000 budget
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to address recovery efforts following the Glass Incident fires. Proposed actions include creating a new disaster fund and authorizing emergency contracts for public facility repairs. The Board will also ratify local emergency and health emergency proclamations.
- Establishment of $2.48 million Glass Fire Disaster Fund
- Authorization of emergency contracts for repairs due to Glass Incident fires
- Ratification of local emergency and health emergency proclamations
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to address the sale process for the 71-acre Chanate Campus property. The Board will also consider continuing the local health emergency proclamation due to the LNU Lightning Complex Fires.
- Resolution setting time, place, and terms for final offers on Chanate Campus Property
- Continuation of local health emergency proclamation regarding LNU Lightning Complex Fires
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several routine items on the Consent Calendar, including contract amendments and fund acceptances. The agenda also includes updates on disaster recovery operations and a local emergency proclamation.
- Janitorial services contract amendment up to $4,375,487
- Sale of 601 Piezzi Road to Santa Rosa for $4,000
- $255,000 grant for impaired prosecution program
- $189,626.76 legislative consulting contract
- $253,145 seismic retrofit engineering design
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors met virtually to review various administrative and financial items. The agenda included decisions on property tax rates, election consolidations, and grant awards for economic development. The meeting also addressed building code amendments for emergency housing and watershed project funding.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 7 Building Code for Emergency Housing
- $600,000 fund transfer for Gold Ridge Resource Conservation District
- $1,200,000 federal funding agreement for Central Sonoma Watershed Project
- $318,647 contract with Wetlands Research Associates Inc. for mitigation prospectus
- Withdrawal of appeal for cannabis cultivation at 4065 Grange Road
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual special meeting on September 14, 2020. The agenda consists entirely of closed session items regarding public employee performance evaluations.
- Performance evaluation: County Administrator
- Performance evaluation: Agricultural Commissioner
- Performance evaluation: Interim Equity Officer
- Performance evaluation: Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District General Manager
- Performance evaluation: Director of Transportation and Public Works
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a public hearing to consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Recommended Budget. This includes reviewing supplemental adjustments and the capital projects list. The agenda also addresses potential department layoff proceedings and strategies to mitigate them.
- Public hearing for FY 2020-21 Recommended Budget adoption
- Adoption of the Capital Projects List
- Authorization of department layoff proceedings and mitigation strategies
- Direction regarding Board sponsorships and fee waivers
Board of Supervisors
The Board is conducting a public hearing to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2020-21 recommended budget and June supplemental adjustments. The session includes discussions on capital projects, board sponsorships, and strategies regarding potential layoffs. These budget hearings are scheduled for September 8, 9, and 11, 2020.
- Public hearing for FY 2020-21 Recommended Budget (Item 2020-0833)
- Adoption of the Capital Projects List
- Authorization of layoff proceedings and mitigation strategies
- Direction regarding Board Sponsorships and Fee Waivers
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 recommended budget and supplemental adjustments. The agenda also includes an economic update regarding the novel coronavirus. Additionally, the Board will consider authorization for potential layoff proceedings and mitigation strategies.
- Public hearing for adoption of FY 2020-21 Recommended Budget
- Adoption of the Capital Projects List
- Economic update on COVID-19 related economic conditions
- Authorization of potential layoff proceedings and mitigation strategies
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special virtual meeting on September 4, 2020. The agenda includes the approval of the agenda and a closed session regarding the appointment of County Counsel.
- Appointment of County Counsel (closed session)
- Approval of the agenda
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several budget adjustments, including funds for COVID-19 relief and wildfire disaster recovery. The agenda also includes contracts for airport modernization and child care services.
- $1,000,000 allocation from General Fund Contingencies for the LNU Lightning Complex Fires Disaster Fund
- $3.1 million budget adjustment for CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund
- $255,000 contract for operations at Samuel L. Jones Hall Homeless Shelter
- $26,561,618 construction agreement amendment for the Sonoma County Airport Terminal Modernization Project
- $910,489 in child care funding from the California Department of Education
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special virtual meeting. The agenda includes ratifying the local health emergency proclamation following the LNU Lightning Complex Fires. The Board will also enter closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and a public employee appointment.
- Ratification of local health emergency due to LNU Lightning Complex Fires
- Closed session labor negotiations with SEIU Local 2015
- Closed session consideration for County Counsel appointment
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is holding a special virtual meeting. The Board will consider a resolution to ratify the local emergency proclamation regarding the LNU Lightning Complex Fires.
- Ratification of local emergency proclamation for the LNU Lightning Complex Fires
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering the establishment of an Office of Equity, including its budget and staff positions. They are also reviewing applications for State of California Homekey Program grants. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on disaster recovery and land acquisitions for regional parks.
- Establishment of an Office of Equity with a $535,842 budget
- Authorization to apply for Homekey Program grants of $16,493,006 and $9,875,000
- Ordinance amendments regarding cannabis and vacation rental code enforcement
- Lot line adjustment at 4202 and 4343 Stage Gulch Road
- Acquisition of Dutch Bill Creek property for a future regional park
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider permits for cannabis cultivation in Glen Ellen and Sebastopol. The meeting also includes discussions on funding for November election voting equipment and a sponsorship agreement with UC Davis.
- Cannabis cultivation permit at 2211 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen
- Cannabis operation approval for Misty Mountain Services, LLC at 885 Montgomery Rd
- $1,198,000 budget adjustment for November 3, 2020 election voting equipment
- Authorization for the Sheriff’s Office to seek outside legal counsel
- $10,000 sponsorship agreement with UC Davis Center for Water Energy Efficiency
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items on the consent calendar, including budget adjustments and new department establishments. Key items include funding for election equipment and grants for COVID-19 response and homeless services. The board will also consider establishing a new Office of Equity.
- $1,198,000 budget adjustment to purchase in-person voting equipment for the November 3, 2020 General Election
- Establishment of the Office of Equity with a $535,842 budget
- $1,500,000 grant for medical and behavioral health services for homeless clients
- $997,243 grant to support COVID-19 response efforts focusing on homeless individuals
- Proposed ordinance update to Sonoma County Code Chapter 13 Fire Safe Standards
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering several ordinances related to the COVID-19 public health emergency. This includes an urgency ordinance for enforcing public health orders through citations and penalties. They are also discussing local paid sick leave options and an amended eviction defense ordinance.
- Urgency Ordinance for COVID-19 enforcement via citations and penalties
- $151,907 budget adjustment for Permit Sonoma staff and equipment
- $143,132 budget adjustment for County Administrator professional services and advertising
- Direction on a local ordinance for emergency paid sick leave for private employers
- Placing the Evelyn Cheatham Effective IOLERO Ordinance on the November 3, 2020, ballot
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items, including a proposal for a special election to implement a 20-year transportation sales tax. The agenda also includes agreements for Medi-Cal inmate program administration and various behavioral health services. Most presented items are part of the consent calendar for routine approval.
- Resolution calling a special election for a one-quarter cent transportation sales tax
- Reimbursement of $15,033 for Medi-Cal County Inmate Program administrative costs
- License agreement with Russian River Chamber of Commerce for Guerneville Pedestrian Bridge use
- Agreements for behavioral health services totaling up to $16,042,142 annually
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget workshops for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Discussions include updates on COVID-19 response costs and potential allocations of CARES funds. The meeting also includes a first reading of a proposed sales tax ordinance for mental health and homeless services.
- Allocation of $25 million in CARES funds for Health Services COVID-19 response
- Direction of up to $8 million toward community investments addressing COVID-19 impacts
- First reading of a proposed 1/4 cent transactions and use tax for behavioral health and homeless services
- $562,000 contract between the Probation Department and CalTrans for maintenance services
- Extension of the local emergency proclamation due to the Kincade Fire
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget workshops for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Discussions include updates on COVID-19 response costs and potential allocations of CARES funds. The meeting also covers disaster recovery updates and a proposed sales tax for mental health services.
- Allocation of $25 million from CARES funds for Health Services COVID-19 response
- Direction of up to $8 million toward community investments addressing COVID-19 impacts
- First reading of a proposed 1/4 cent transactions and use tax for behavioral health and homeless services
- $562,000 maintenance contract with CalTrans for the Supervised Adult Crew program
- Extension of the local emergency proclamation due to the Kincade Fire
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider developing an enhanced COVID-19 education and compliance program. They will also discuss direction for a new ordinance regarding administrative citations and civil penalties. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the county's COVID-19 response and economic recovery efforts.
- Development of an enhanced COVID-19 Education and Compliance Program
- Direction on adoption of Administrative Citation and Civil Penalty Urgency Ordinance
- Update on COVID-19 threat, response, reopening, and economic recovery
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items for approval via the consent calendar. These include contracts for student and child services as well as emergency grants for agriculture and COVID-19 response.
- $889,436 contract with Seneca Family of Agencies for Keeping Kids In School program
- $298,800 contract with The Indigo Project for Valley of the Moon Children’s Center
- $200,000 CalOES grant for Redwood Children’s Center services
- $140,146 DOJ award for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding
- Emergency matching grant program for local farmers and ranchers
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive a staff update regarding the COVID-19 threat, community reopening considerations, and economic recovery planning. The agenda also includes closed sessions for various litigations and labor negotiations.
- Staff update on COVID-19 response and economic recovery coordination
- Closed session regarding California North Bay Fire litigation
- Closed session regarding PG&E Corporation bankruptcy proceedings
- Negotiation of terms for property acquisition at 635 Healdsburg Avenue, 638 B Street, and 452 College Avenue
- Labor negotiations with all employee organizations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items via the consent calendar. These include approving state housing grants and contracts for juvenile justice services and aging programs. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding public access to the Russian River.
- $899,393 grant for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation program
- $3,862,644 contract for juvenile intensive case management services
- $2,744,339 in funding for Older Americans Act services
- Acquisition of land on Geysers Road to improve Russian River access
- $182,473 agreement for law enforcement at Lake Sonoma
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive an update on the COVID-19 threat, response efforts, and economic recovery planning. Additionally, the Board will discuss strategies to address homelessness, including rental assistance programs and the establishment of shelters.
- COVID-19 threat, response, reopening, and recovery update
- Direction on use of federal and state homeless funding
- Establishment of a rental assistance program for COVID-19 impacts
- Discussion regarding indoor-outdoor shelters and the Los Guilicos Village Shelter
- Update on leasing or purchasing shared housing
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider taking a position on state legislation regarding sheriff oversight and police transparency. Members will also review housing stability measures and hardship policies for affordable housing lenders during the COVID-19 emergency. Additionally, the Board will receive updates on recovery operations following recent disasters.
- Amendments to County Code regarding defensible space and hazardous vegetation abatement
- $3,000,000 transfer from Human Services Realignment to Mental Health Realignment
- Contract amendment for Glen Price Group grant writer services up to $225,000
- $288,000 allocation for Senior Maintenance Worker positions at the Fairgrounds
- Adoption of a Hardship Forbearance Policy for Affordable Housing Lenders
Board of Supervisors
This special closed session will be held virtually via Zoom. The Board of Supervisors will meet with legal counsel to discuss litigation involving the County of Sonoma and Crossing the Jordan Foundation, Inc.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding County of Sonoma v. Crossing the Jordan Foundation, Inc., et al.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive a staff update regarding the Novel Coronavirus/COVID-19 threat and current response efforts. This includes discussions on community reopening considerations and economic recovery planning coordination.
- Staff update on COVID-19 threat, response, and recovery
- Performance evaluation for Director of Health Services
- Performance evaluation for Interim Executive Director of Community Development Commission
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2020-21 recommended budget and various budget balancing strategies. The meeting includes consideration of a hiring freeze and the suspension of countywide travel and training. Additionally, the Board will review fiscal forecasts and CARES Act proposed allocations.
- Adoption of FY 20/21 Recommended Budget and supplemental adjustments
- Authorization of an immediate hiring freeze for permanent and extra help positions
- Suspension of countywide travel and training beginning July 1, 2020
- Deferral of $3.9 million in General Fund project allocations, excluding $1.14 million for Tidelands-Cannery demolition
- Consideration of CARES Act proposed allocations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use and administrative items. This includes the transfer of Carrington Coast Ranch to the County for conservation and an amendment to a communications consulting contract. The agenda also covers staffing changes and housing voucher awards.
- Transfer of fee title for Carrington Coast Ranch to the County with a conservation easement
- Prescribed grazing agreement for Calabazas Creek Open Space Preserve up to $218,866
- Amendment to communications consulting contract increasing the limit to $200,000
- Addition of one full-time Disaster Finance and Administrative Officer position
- Award of Project-Based Vouchers by the Sonoma County Housing Authority
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will hold a special virtual meeting on June 2, 2020. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding the performance evaluation of the Public Health Officer.
- Public employee performance evaluation for the Public Health Officer
Board of Supervisors
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is reviewing $1,500,000 in Senate Bill 109 flood relief funds for recovery efforts. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for behavioral health services and authorization for layoff procedures at the County Fairgrounds.
- Acceptance of $1,500,000 in Senate Bill 109 flood relief funds
- Authorization of layoff procedures for 19.75 positions at Sonoma County Fair & Exposition, Inc.
- Budget adjustment of $8,746,534 for Department of Health Services behavioral health services
- Agreement with Mendocino County to provide EMS administration for approximately $1,182,223
- Community Investment Fund grant awards including $8,000 to YWCA of Sonoma
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a special closed session to consider labor negotiations with employee organizations. The meeting also includes a performance evaluation for the County Administrator.
- Labor negotiations with all employee organizations and unrepresented employees
- Public employee performance evaluation for the County Administrator
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several administrative and financial items, including grant awards and contract extensions. Key discussions include updates on disaster recovery and funding for emergency management software. Most items are part of the consent calendar for consideration.
- $1,640,000 budget increase for North Bay Fire Volunteer Fire Agency vehicles
- $1,000,000 increase to CherryRoad Technologies agreement for accounting systems
- Community Investment Fund grant awards for Second, Fourth, and Fifth Districts
- $568,200 geothermal appraisal services agreement with Harold W. Bertholf, Inc.
- $303,817 in funding for the Violence Against Women program
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive updates on the COVID-19 threat, response efforts, and economic recovery planning. Members will also consider approving a letter of support for a variance to move further into Stage 2 of California's roadmap. Additionally, staff will provide updates on services being performed during the pandemic.
- Review of Public Health Officer’s Attestation Report for Stage 2 variance
- Approval of Letter of Support for Stage 2 variance
- Update on services from Agriculture, Weights and Measures, and UC Cooperative Extension
- Closed session regarding Director of Regional Parks performance evaluation
- Closed session regarding litigation: Brown v. County of Sonoma
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several routine administrative and financial items through the consent calendar. These include grant awards for community investment and tourism, as well as engineering support for Lake Mendocino reservoir operations. The meeting was held virtually in accordance with public health executive orders.
- $135,000 in Tourism Impact Fund Grant Awards
- $270,000 increase for Lake Mendocino reservoir engineering support
- $464,224 endowment for the Sonoma County Consolidated Mitigation Area
- $15,000 fee waiver for Brookdale Subdivision in Guerneville
- 3 new time-limited positions for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant administration
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items on the consent calendar, including grant awards for tourism and victim programs. The agenda also includes authorizations for new service contracts and budget adjustments for human services. This meeting is being held virtually due to public health executive orders.
- $347,500 in Tourism Impact Fund Grant Awards
- $184,805 grant for the District Attorney’s Marginalized Victims Program
- $300,000 for mowing and wildlife survey services
- Lot line adjustment at 18875 Hassett Lane, Geyserville
- $157,755 agreement with Tetra Tech for a hazard mitigation plan
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing items related to disaster recovery, public health, and human services. This includes accepting federal grants for flood and wildfire mitigation and authorizing construction services for behavioral health housing. The agenda also covers budget adjustments for community programs.
- Allocation of $1,253,711 from the General Fund for disaster resiliency projects
- $1,773,066 agreement with Kitchell for Behavioral Health Housing Unit construction
- Acceptance of $1.4 million in new funding for the Bringing Families Home project
- Ordinance amending the powers and duties of the County Administrator
- Addition of 4.0 full-time equivalent Behavioral Health Clinician positions
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several grant awards for pre-trial jail diversion and mental health programs. The agenda also includes professional service agreements for victim services and a large on-call planning contract. Additionally, the Board will consider permit extensions for dam installation at Johnson’s and Vacation Beaches.
- $2,266,191 grant for pre-trial jail diversion program
- $3,839,100 award for pre-trial jail felony mental health diversion
- Professional service agreements with Verity and YWCA for victim services
- $1,700,000 on-call planning services agreement with e360, LLC
- Permit extensions for dam installation at Johnson’s and Vacation Beaches
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several items on the consent calendar, including awards for the homeless system of care and youth education programs. They are also considering tax penalty waivers due to the COVID-19 emergency and continuing the Kincade Fire local emergency proclamation.
- $1,830,815 in HUD awards for the homeless system of care
- Waiver of Transient Occupancy Tax and Cannabis Business Tax penalties due to COVID-19
- $1,380,959 for public outings and youth education programs
- Lease agreement with Verizon Wireless at the County Fairgrounds
- Ordinance increasing Assessor’s Office fees effective July 1, 2020
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting virtually to manage items related to the COVID-19 emergency and county operations. Key actions include approving budget adjustments, community grants, and land acquisition notices.
- Authorization of up to $4,500,000 for Gloeckner Turner Ranch conservation easement
- $5.1 million in FY 2019-20 second quarter budget adjustments
- $300,000 transfer for County Center Drive Parking Realignment improvements
- Appointment of Dr. Sundari R. Mase as Health Officer
- $40,000 agreement with the DEA for cannabis eradication efforts
Board of Supervisors
The Board will authorize the use of $1,000,000 in General Fund contingencies to support the county's COVID-19 emergency response. The meeting also includes an informational update on the coronavirus pandemic and discussions regarding landfill maintenance contracts.
- Authorization of $1,000,000 in General Fund contingencies for COVID-19 emergency response
- Contracts for landfill maintenance and repair services not to exceed $500,000 annually
- Establishment of no parking restrictions on Todd Road from 2:00 A.M. to 6:00 A.M.
- $878 fee waiver for the Occidental Center for the Arts annual parade
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration for Bodega Bay Trail - Coastal North Harbor segment
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and operational changes, including the creation of a new communications division. The agenda also includes appointing an interim health officer and authorizing emergency repairs for the Cotati Aqueduct.
- Establishment of a Centralized Communications Division using up to $135,000 in funds
- Appointment of Dr. Sundari Mase as Interim Health Officer with a contract up to $200,000
- Authorization of hazmat and debris removal contracts with Ancon totaling $173,565
- Approval of a $788 fee waiver for the Bodega Bay Grange kitchen upgrade
- Emergency repairs to stabilize pipeline corrosion on the Cotati Aqueduct
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to ratify a declaration of a local health emergency. This action addresses the potential introduction of COVID-19 in Sonoma County.
- Ratification of local health emergency and local emergency declarations due to potential COVID-19 (Resolution 2020-0243)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review several items, including a budget amendment and 20 new positions for the Human Services Department. Other agenda items include grant awards for community projects and invasive species prevention programs for local lakes. The meeting also includes an update on disaster recovery operations.
- $1,488,142 budget amendment and 20 new positions for the Human Services Department
- Use permit and lot line adjustment for Manzana Apple Processing Facility in Sebastopol
- Agreement to pay PG&E $71,267 for Sonoma Booster Station electrical upgrades
- $800,000 in total grants for quagga and zebra mussel prevention at Lake Sonoma and Lake Mendocino
- Sale of nutrient offset credits to the City of Santa Rosa for up to $1,000,000
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land acquisitions and grant agreements, including a project for the Taylor Mountain Regional Park. The meeting also includes a vote to extend the Kincade Fire local emergency proclamation and budget adjustments for fire protection services.
- $742,000 grant for Taylor Mountain Regional Park & Open Space Preserve addition
- Extension of Kincade Fire local emergency proclamation
- $92,000 budget increase for Glen Ellen Fire Protection District agreement
- Tunnel easement agreement for Main Adult Detention Facility Inmate Connector
- State grant authorizations for Environmental Health programs
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing updates to the Industrial Hemp Ordinance and various contract amendments. Items include budget adjustments for climate action staffing and grant applications for regional park projects. The Board will also receive a report on emergency work related to the Kincade Fire.
- Amendment to regulate industrial hemp cultivation
- $200,000 increase to legal services agreement with Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley
- $160,000 budget adjustment for climate action staffing
- Grant applications for regional park projects including Preston River Access
- $260,671 contract for District Attorney Victim Services Program
Board of Supervisors
This special meeting includes closed session discussions regarding the appointment of the Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer. The Board will also confer with legal counsel concerning the Vannucci v. County of Sonoma litigation.
- Appointment of Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer
- Conference with legal counsel regarding Vannucci v. County of Sonoma
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a strategic planning retreat focused on strategic priorities. This meeting is held simultaneously with several other county boards and commissions. No specific legislative actions or ordinances are listed for this session.
- Board study session on strategic priorities meetings
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing the acquisition of several properties in Santa Rosa and Cotati to be used as shared living houses for individuals experiencing homelessness. The agenda also includes authorizing legal services for Kincade Fire litigation and approving various community grants.
- Acquisition of properties at 811 Davis Street, 866 Sonoma Avenue, and 8190-8194 Arthur Street for Shared Living Houses
- Legal services agreement with Baron & Budd, P.C. and Dixon, Diab and Chambers, LLP for Kincade Fire litigation
- Community Investment Fund grant awards including $3,000 to Penngrove Social Firemen and $2,000 to WE-2020
- Budget adjustment of $165,000 for heating and ventilation at the Main Adult Detention Facility
- License agreement with USGS for seismic equipment on Sonoma Mountain at a minimum of $3,000 per month
Board of Supervisors
The Board will conduct closed session performance evaluations for several department heads, including the Human Resources Director and Agricultural Commissioner. The Board will also meet with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations. No items are listed on the regular afternoon calendar.
- Performance evaluation: Human Resources Director
- Performance evaluation: Economic Development Board Director
- Performance evaluation: Director of Transportation and Public Works
- Performance evaluation: Agricultural Commissioner
- Conference with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to regulate industrial hemp cultivation and set related fees. Additionally, the Board will consider staffing for climate action efforts and emergency work following the Kincade Fire.
- Proposed Industrial Hemp Ordinance and associated service fees
- $370,000 engineering contract for Headworks Rehabilitation Project
- Up to $160,000 in funding for Climate Action Committee staffing
- Consolidation of the March 3, 2020, Presidential Primary Election
- Extension of emergency contracting and bidding waivers due to Kincade Fire