Tuolumne County public meetings in 2021
91 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will meet to discuss proposed fuels treatment priority projects from the BLM and draft 2021 State Fire Safe Regulations from the Board of Forestry. The committee will also receive updates from three internal working groups.
- BLM Proposed Fuels Treatment Priority Projects
- Board of Forestry Draft State Fire Safe Regulations 2021
- Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
- Governance Workgroup update
- Emergency Planning workgroup update
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Housing Committee is meeting to discuss a draft five-year strategic work plan and the potential creation of an Ad Hoc Sanctioned Shelter Committee. The body will also hear briefings on the Central Sierra Continuum of Care and the City of Sonora's work with homeless populations.
- Discussion of a draft 5-year work plan (2022-2027) including goals for affordable housing and low-barrier shelter beds
- Possible action on creating an Ad Hoc Sanctioned Shelter Committee
- Briefing from Central Sierra Continuum of Care (CA 256) on operations and County government relations
- Presentation by Mary Rose Rutikanga regarding the City of Sonora's cooperation with County and Tribal governments
- Discussion on adding non-voting community members to the Housing Committee
Housing Loan Review Committee
The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2022.
Local Agency Formation Commission
The Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for December 13, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss 2021 goals across transportation, community relations, legislative, governance, and education committees. The body will also consider a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings through January 12, 2022.
- Resolution regarding holding meetings in person or by remote communication
- Presentation of the 2022 officer slate
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of senior homelessness and homeowners insurance impacts
- Review of county emergency evacuation plans for seniors
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee is meeting to review draft documents for the Title 17 Update Project. The body is also considering a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings through January 7, 2022.
- Resolution PC2021-001 to authorize remote teleconference meetings from December 9, 2021 to January 7, 2022
- Review of draft documents for the Title 17 Update Project
- Consideration of September 9, 2021 meeting minutes
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee is meeting to review short-term goals for 2022 and begin developing a long-term strategic plan. The body will also consider updating the 2019 County of Tuolumne Plan to Combat Homelessness.
- Review and confirmation of 2022 Commission Goals
- Discussion on updating the 2019 County of Tuolumne Plan to Combat Homelessness
- Proposed vetting process for applicants to fill two vacant Commission positions
- Possible formation of an ad hoc committee to investigate sites for Project Home Key proposals
- Update on City of Sonora affordable housing plans
Solid Waste Committee
The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for December 8, 2021, has been cancelled.
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resource Committee is meeting to discuss proposed Bureau of Land Management (BLM) fuels reduction treatments. The body will consider recommending that the Board of Supervisors submit comments on these areas by December 29, 2021.
- Proposed BLM Statewide WUI Fuels Treatments in Tuolumne County
- Update on vacant SWIFT Coordinator position
- FSAC Vegetation Ordinance Public Meeting report
- Reports from USFS and Prescribed Burn Association
Committee on Aging
The committee will discuss unfinished business including commission membership and the presentation of homeless data to the Board of Supervisors. The body will also set the agenda for the December 13 meeting.
- Commission membership status
- Presentation of homeless data to BOS
- Nominating Committee
- Meeting attendance
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The board is conducting a public hearing on the draft MHSA 3-Year Plan for FY '20-23. Members will also review the 2021 Data Notebook and discuss board membership changes.
- Public hearing: Draft MHSA 3-Year Plan FY ‘20-23
- Possible approval of Tuolumne County 2021 Data Notebook for submission
- Review of new member applications for Marjorie Langdon and Constance Bone
- Acceptance of Chris Daly's resignation letter
- Review of bylaws regarding 'Executive Committee' language and County Council edits
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will meet to receive a presentation from the California Department of Insurance regarding fire insurance issues. The session includes updates from communication, governance, and emergency planning workgroups.
- Presentation by Pete Meza of the California Department of Insurance on fire insurance and the Washington Fire moratorium
- Updates from the Communication and Education Outreach workgroup
- Updates from the Governance Workgroup
- Updates from the Emergency Planning workgroup
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee is meeting to discuss a draft work plan based on 2019 county goals. The body will also consider adding non-voting members and creating an Ad Hoc Sanctioned Shelter Committee.
- Briefing from Central Sierra Continuum of Care (CA 526)
- Discussion of draft Committee work plan derived from May and July 2019 County plans
- Possible action on creating a Housing Committee Ad Hoc Sanctioned Shelter Committee
- Discussion on adding non-voting members to the Housing Committee
- Prioritization of near-term, mid-term, and long-term housing needs
Housing Loan Review Committee
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for November 17, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2021.
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for November 11, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resources Committee will meet to review reports from partner agencies and staff. The meeting includes a presentation on woody feedstock supply to promote vegetation management and fire resilience.
- Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes
- USFS report
- Woody Feedstock Supply Presentation regarding biomass and forest restoration
Solid Waste Committee
The Solid Waste Committee is meeting to consider a resolution for remote meetings under AB361 and review the minutes from October 13, 2021. The body will discuss a Dump Cam project and the appointment of two at-large general public members to the committee.
- Resolution 2021-01 regarding remote meetings pursuant to AB361
- Cal Sierra/Waste Management Inc. 10-Year Extension of Franchise Agreement update
- Presentation on Caltrans Maintenance Agreements, Adopt-a-Highway Program and Clean CA Dump Days
- Discussion of a Dump Cam Project
- Discussion of Two At-large General Public Members of the Solid Waste Committee
Local Agency Formation Commission
The commission is conducting a public workshop to receive comments on the draft Municipal Service Review for the Groveland Community Services District. No formal action is being taken at this meeting; a final draft is expected by January 2022.
- Public workshop on the Groveland Community Services District Municipal Service Review
- Resolution 2021-001 to authorize remote teleconference meetings from November 8 to December 13, 2021
- Discussion of GCSD projects including a $6 million water system replacement and $5.84 million in sewer funding
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss 2021 goals and hear from a guest speaker regarding the Tuolumne County Blue Zone Project. The body will consider a resolution to determine if the next meeting will be held in person or via remote communication.
- Resolution regarding holding the next meeting in person or by remote communication
- Guest presentation by Tyler Summersett on the Tuolumne County Blue Zone Project
- Report of Nominating Committee for 2022 Officers
- Review of senior transportation needs and driver assistance programs
- Review of senior homelessness and emergency evacuation plans
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing options for a parcel tax measure to maintain 24/7 Advanced Life Support ambulance staffing in Groveland. Staff is seeking direction on whether to keep the current $90 assessment or increase it to balance the budget before a proposed June 2022 ballot measure.
- Discussion of Groveland Ambulance Parcel Assessment Ballot Measure
- Scenario for status quo tax at $90 per improved and commercial parcel
- Scenario for budget neutral tax increasing from $120 to $132 per parcel
- Review of FY 2020/21 Groveland ambulance operations cost of $815,404
- Approval of January 29, 2021 meeting minutes
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Tuolumne County Commission on Homelessness is discussing goals for 2022 and a process for vetting vacant commission positions. The body is also reviewing proposals for new standing committees and a request to seek Board of Supervisors support for a Project Room Key submission.
- Request for Board of Supervisors support for Project Room Key proposal including RFPs for property acquisition and operation
- Proposed vetting process for applicants for vacant Commission positions
- Review of proposals to establish Standing Committees for Support Services, Liaisons & Relations, Communications, and Data and Information Systems
- Proposal for a written letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding outdoor shelters
- Discussion on Commission goals for 2022
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss the 2021 Data Notebook and potential topics for future mental health community forums. The board will also review an annual report for the Board of Supervisors and proposed edits to its bylaws.
- Possible action to approve the Tuolumne County 2021 Data Notebook
- Review and possible approval of the Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
- Discussion of bylaws regarding 'Executive Committee' language and County Council edits
- Discussion of potential speakers from agencies including TCSOS, Juvenile Hall, and Probation
- Review of new member applications for Marjorie Langdon and Constance Bone
Historic Preservation Review Commission
The Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for November 1, 2021, has been cancelled.
Committee on Aging
The Executive & Finance Committee is meeting to review reports and address unfinished business. The body is discussing commission membership, attendance, and the presentation of homeless data to the Board of Supervisors.
- Commission membership status
- Meeting attendance
- Nominating Committee
- Presentation of homeless data to BOS
- Agenda setting for November 8 COA meeting
Water Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will review recommendations from the Operational Area Drought Task Force and a presentation regarding a new TUD facility. Members will also discuss the IRWM call for projects.
- Operational Area Drought Task Force Recommendations
- TUD presentation on a new facility
- IRWM call for projects
- Approval of July 22, 2021 minutes
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will receive presentations on undergrounding power lines and biomass business for community resilience. The body will also review updates on outdoor audible alerts and reports from the Office of Emergency Services.
- PG&E presentation on undergrounding power lines in High Fire Threat areas
- Woody Feedstock Supply presentation on biomass to business
- Update on Board of Supervisors agenda item for outdoor audible alerts
- Reports from OES and partner updates
Housing Loan Review Committee
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for October 20, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021.
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The committee is meeting for the first time to establish its organization, including the selection of officers and meeting schedules. Members will discuss the prioritization of short, mid, and long-term housing needs and opportunities.
- Selection of Committee officers (Chair and Vice-Chair)
- Establishment of committee support procedures for agendas and minutes
- Discussion on housing stock assessment to identify gaps and needs
- Identification of funding opportunities for housing and shelter projects
- Discussion on easing planning and permitting restrictions
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Commission on Homelessness is discussing the adoption of a resolution to allow remote meetings under AB361. The body is also reviewing the creation of several standing committees and a Project Home Key Ad Hoc Committee.
- Consideration of a resolution to allow remote meetings pursuant to AB361
- Proposal to establish Standing Committees for Support Services, Liaisons & Relations, Communications, and Data and Information Systems
- Consideration of authorizing the Outdoor Shelter Ad Hoc Committee to deliver a properties plan proposal to the Board of Supervisors
- Consideration of creating a Project Home Key Ad Hoc Committee
- Review of Standing and Ad Hoc Committee definitions and Brown Act implications
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for October 14, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Local Agency Formation Commission
The Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for October 11, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to review committee reports on 2021 goals and discuss the presentation of senior homeless interview data to the Board of Supervisors.
- Presentation of senior homeless interview data to the Board of Supervisors
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of homeowners insurance impact on senior homeowners and renters
- Review of county emergency evacuation plans for seniors
- Discussion on the viability of the 10th Senior Expo, Centenarian Luncheon, and Senior Volunteer Event
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The board is discussing the format of future meetings and reviewing applications for new members. The body will also consider representatives for Behavioral Health Director interviews and review the 2021 Data Notebook.
- Review of new member applications for Marjorie Langdon and Constance Bone
- Discussion and review of the Tuolumne County 2021 Data Notebook
- Selection of three representatives for Behavioral Health Director interviews
- Review of bylaws regarding 'Executive Committee' language and County Council edits
- Discussion of AB 988 Mental Health Crisis Hotline pros and cons
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss emergency planning and outreach. The committee will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the use of outdoor audible alerts or sirens as part of a county alert and warning system.
- Recommendation to BOS on whether Tuolumne County supports outdoor audible alerts (sirens)
- Proposal that no new sirens be installed or activated until a legally required plan is completed
- Update on findings from the Emergency Planning workgroup regarding outdoor audible alerts
Historic Preservation Review Commission
The Historic Preservation Review Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to review updates from the Office of Emergency Services and progress from various working groups. Members will discuss the vegetation ordinance and the potential transition of meetings to a fully virtual or in-person format.
- Continued work on the vegetation ordinance and public outreach scheduling
- Discussion on creating a protocol for outdoor audible alerts
- Review of social media, pamphlets, and Nextdoor updates for education outreach
- Decision on whether meetings will be in-person or virtual after September 30
Housing Loan Review Committee
The committee will discuss the status of the Tenant Based Rental Assistance, First Time Homebuyer, and Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation programs. Members will also discuss scheduling for in-person meetings starting in October.
- Status of Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program
- Status of First Time Homebuyer Program
- Status of Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program loans
- Discussion of meeting times for in-person meetings starting in October
Local Agency Formation Commission
The Local Agency Formation Commission meeting scheduled for September 13, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to receive reports on 2021 goals across transportation, community relations, legislation, governance, and education. The body is discussing senior transportation needs, homelessness, and emergency evacuation plans.
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of a county-wide senior service network
- Review of senior homelessness and homeowners insurance impacts
- Evaluation of emergency evacuation plans for seniors
- Discussion on the viability of the 10th Senior Expo
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will discuss recommendations for outdoor shelter sites and a potential public forum for shelter locations. The body will also hold elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary.
- Review of outdoor shelter site recommendations for the Board of Supervisors
- Request to hold a public forum on future shelter locations
- Consideration of creating a Resources and Funding Ad Hoc Committee
- Election of committee officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary)
- Reports from Housing, Orientation Manual, Emergency Shelter, and Navigation Center committees
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee is meeting to review pending housing bills and update committee bylaws. The body will discuss state bills SB 9 and SB 10 to determine if comments should be provided to the Board of Supervisors.
- Review of pending housing and affordable housing bills from the California Building Industry Association and California Habitat for Humanity-Affordable Housing Advocacy
- Consideration of recommending a final draft of Committee Bylaws to the Board of Supervisors
- Discussion on SB 9 and SB 10 and potential formation of an Ad Hoc group to draft comments
- Review of the Title 17 Update Project
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resource Committee will review a presentation regarding the Yosemite Clean Energy Biomass to Biofuels Project. The committee is asked to recommend whether the Board of Supervisors should provide a letter of support for a grant application to locate the project in Tuolumne County.
- Presentation of Yosemite Clean Energy Biomass to Biofuels Project
- Request for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors for a grant application support letter
- USFS Report out
- MSA Update by CAO Senior Analyst Liz Petersen
- Prescribed burning workshop report
Solid Waste Committee
The Solid Waste Committee discussed a request from Cal Sierra/Waste Management to exercise a 10-year franchise agreement extension. The committee also approved a draft resolution clarifying the membership of the Solid Waste Committee.
- Approval of draft resolution clarifying committee membership (3-0-0 vote)
- Discussion of Cal Sierra/Waste Management's request for a 10-year franchise extension
- Staff report on Caltrans Clean California Grant Program
- Review of 2020 Electronic Annual Report (EAR) waste diversion data
- Discussion of upcoming SB 1383 Exemption and Ordinance
Committee on Aging
The committee will meet to discuss membership status, meeting attendance, and plans for an October meeting in Groveland. The body will also set the agenda for the September 13 Commission on Aging meeting.
- Commission membership status
- Groveland meeting in October
- Nominating Committee
- Selection of November speaker
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will receive a report on the AB 988 Mental Health Crisis Hotline and discuss potential future presenters. The board will also review progress on bylaws, social media communications, and the annual report to the Board of Supervisors.
- Report on AB 988 Mental Health Crisis Hotline
- Review and possible approval of County Council edits to bylaws
- Discussion of final report on Triage Grant
- Update and possible action on Social Media, Communication & Calendar
- Update and possible action on Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee
The Veterans Committee is meeting to review the status of facility projects and receive a report from the Veterans Service Officer. The body will also discuss other veterans-related issues.
- Review of Sonora Veterans Hall project status
- Review of Tuolumne Memorial Hall project status
- Report from Veterans Service Officer Deb Esque
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee will discuss a draft vegetation ordinance. The meeting also includes updates from the Office of Emergency Services and various working groups.
- Working session on draft language for vegetation ordinance
- Office of Emergency Services update
- Communication and Education Outreach workgroup update
- Emergency Planning workgroup update
Housing Loan Review Committee
The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 18, 2021, was canceled. No other business was conducted.
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss California state bills SB 9 and SB 10 regarding housing density and lot splits. Members will determine if the committee should provide comments to the Board of Supervisors and consider forming an Ad Hoc group for that purpose.
- Presentation and discussion on SB 9 (duplexes and lot splits) and SB 10 (increased density near transit/jobs)
- Consideration of forming an Ad Hoc group to draft comments for the Board of Supervisors
- Update on BOSHPC Committee Bylaw creation
- Update on BOSHPC Review of Title 17 Project
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The committee is discussing a proposal for a 72-unit affordable housing complex in East Sonora. Members are also prioritizing commission actions and considering the formation of five standing committees to address homelessness services, housing, liaison, communications, and data.
- Visionary Homes proposal for 72 affordable housing units on 5.93 acres in East Sonora
- Proposed rezoning to R-3 (High Density Residential) and General Plan Amendment for the Visionary Homes project
- Proposed formation of Community Homeless Support Services, Housing, Homeless Liaison & Relations, Communications, and Homeless Data and MIS standing committees
- Review and prioritization of proposed commission actions using a voting system
- Reports from By-laws, Orientation Manual, and Emergency Shelter ad-hoc committees
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resources Committee meeting scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed for discussion or decision.
Solid Waste Committee
The committee is discussing a written request from Cal Sierra/Waste Management to exercise a 10-year extension of its franchise agreement. The meeting also includes updates on illegal dumping cleanup and the 2020 Electronic Annual Report submission.
- Cal Sierra/Waste Management request for 10-year franchise agreement extension
- Update on illegal dumping cleanup projects with 1pileatatime
- Review of anti-illegal dumping signage
- 2020 Electronic Annual Report (EAR) submission
- Draft Resolution on Solid Waste Committee
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to receive reports on goals regarding senior transportation, homelessness, and emergency evacuations. The body will also hear from a guest speaker from Tuolumne County Behavioral Health and discuss commission membership.
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of senior homelessness and homeowners insurance impacts
- Review of county emergency evacuation plans for seniors
- Discussion on the viability of a 10th Senior Expo
- Guest presentation by Michael Wilson of Tuolumne County Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss an External Quality Review Organization report and current staff shortages. The board will also consider approving a bylaws review to be sent to the Board of Supervisors.
- External Quality Review Organization (EQRO) Report
- Update on Behavioral Health staff shortages
- Plan for online Ethics training for Advisory Board members
- Bylaws Review Ad-hoc Committee possible approval for Board of Supervisors acceptance
- Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors Ad-hoc Workgroup update
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss emergency preparedness, including a vegetation ordinance draft and a GIS mapping project. Members will also review updates on the TCTC Evacuation Planning Grant and public education efforts.
- Working session on suggested draft language template for a Vegetation Ordinance
- Tuolumne County GIS Department presentation on public access to mapping project
- Update on TCTC Evacuation Planning Grant objectives and timeline
- Discussion on DMV advertising for preparedness messaging
- Alert FM coverage map update from the Sheriff
Water Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will receive staff reports regarding the makeup and re-energizing of the committee. Members will also discuss current drought conditions and receive updates from stakeholders.
- Discussion on drought conditions and stakeholder updates
- Staff reports on committee makeup and re-energizing
Housing Loan Review Committee
The Housing Loan Review Committee will meet to discuss portfolio management and administrative items. The primary action item is a subordination request for a specific property in Twain Harte.
- Consideration and action on a subordination request for 21998 Cedar Springs Road, Twain Harte, CA
- Discussion of meeting times for in-person meetings starting in September
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The committee is meeting to finalize its bylaws and appoint a secretary. Members will discuss the formation of standing committees to address homelessness and receive an update on Camp Hope.
- Vote to accept bylaws and forward them to the Board of Supervisors
- Appointment of a committee Secretary
- Proposal to form five standing committees: Community Homeless Support Services, Housing, Homeless Liaison & Relations, Communications, and Homeless Data and Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Homeless Coordinator update on Camp Hope
- Review of issues and solutions based on the 2019 Draft Plan to Combat Homelessness
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resources Committee is meeting to discuss whether to combine with the Water Policy Committee. The body will also discuss and make recommendations regarding its membership makeup.
- Discussion on combining Natural Resources Committee with Water Policy Committee
- Discussion on revising committee membership makeup
- Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- USFS report out
Solid Waste Committee
The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for July 14, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2021.
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to discuss ongoing 2021 goals and receive a presentation from guest speaker Hazel Mitchell. The body will review reports on senior transportation, homelessness, and insurance impacts.
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of the 10th Senior Expo
- Review of senior homelessness and emergency evacuation plans
- Discussion on the impact of homeowners insurance on senior residents
- Formation of a Nominating Committee
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee will discuss draft chapters for updates to the Title 17 zoning code of the Tuolumne County General Plan. The committee will also discuss creating a subcommittee for bylaws and the possibility of resuming in-person meetings.
- Discussion of draft chapters for Title 17 zoning code updates
- Discussion of creating a subcommittee for BOSHPC bylaws
- Discussion of resuming in-person meetings
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The Behavioral Health Advisory Board is meeting to discuss membership changes and receive progress reports from several ad-hoc committees. The board will also review an orientation and education plan and discuss a social gathering.
- Recommendation to withdraw Rebekah Crotty's membership appointment
- Review of membership application from H. Farris
- Review and possible approval of bylaws to move forward to the Board of Supervisors
- Discussion of Orientation & Ongoing Education Plan
- Discussion of date, place, and costs for a social get-together
Committee on Aging
The committee will discuss administrative matters including membership status and the formation of a nominating committee. The body is also setting the agenda for the July 12 Commission on Aging meeting.
- Commission membership status
- Formation of Nominating Committee
- Planning for Groveland meeting
- Discussion of in-person meeting locations
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss and approve mission and vision statements and review a draft vegetation ordinance. The session will also cover evacuation procedures and the current emergency alert system.
- Discussion and approval of Mission and Vision Statements for Fire Safety Advisory Committee
- Working session on suggested draft language for a Vegetation Ordinance
- Review of Board of Forestry Proposed Fire Safe Regulations Update
- Discussion of the Emergency Alert System and recent tests
- Presentation by Matthew Straeb of Global Security Systems/ALERT FM
Housing Loan Review Committee
The Housing Loan Review Committee is meeting to discuss portfolio management and future meeting times. There are no items for consideration regarding rental assistance, first-time homebuyers, or rehabilitation program loans.
- Subordination request for property at 18999 Birch Street, Tuolumne, CA
- Discussion of future meeting time
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to receive reports on 2021 goals across transportation, community relations, legislation, governance, and education. The body will also discuss the status of commission membership and the timing of in-person meetings.
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of a county-wide senior service network via phone, online, and newspapers
- Review of senior homelessness and homeowners insurance impacts
- Evaluation of emergency evacuation plans for seniors
- Planning for the 10th Senior Expo
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Housing Policy Committee will review a presentation from Visionary Home Builders regarding a 100% affordable housing project. The committee will also consider the minutes from its March 11, 2021, meeting.
- Presentation for 84 one, two, and three bedroom affordable units at 20080 Cedar Road, Sonora
- Review of 6.7-acre site zoned Neighborhood Commercial (C-O) with Neighborhood Commercial (NC) land use designation
- Consideration of March 11, 2021, meeting minutes
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The Tuolumne County Homeless Advisory Committee is meeting to establish its operational structure. The body will vote on bylaws, appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, and set a regular meeting schedule.
- Approval of committee bylaws
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Update on Camp Hope
- Presentation on homelessness in Tuolumne County
- Approval of regular meeting dates and times
Committee on Aging
The Governance Committee is meeting to discuss member recruitment and the development of a succession process. The body will also review the Commission on Aging bylaws to recommend changes.
- Recruitment of new members
- Development of a succession process
- Review of Commission on Aging bylaws
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resource Committee will meet to consider the approval of previous meeting minutes and receive staff reports. The committee will discuss updates regarding the Master Stewardship Agreement and state fire safe regulations.
- Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Master Stewardship Agreement (MSA) update
- Board of Forestry Notice of Proposed Action on State Minimum Fire Safe Regulations, 2021
Committee on Aging
The committee is meeting to review financial and secretary reports and discuss administrative business. Key discussion points include the commission roster, meeting attendance, and the formation of a nominating committee.
- Approval of May 3, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of revised Commission Roster
- Formation of Nominating Committee
- Planning for Groveland Meeting in September
- Setting the agenda for the June 14 COA Meeting
Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee
The Veterans Committee is meeting to discuss the status of facility projects and receive a report from the Veterans Service Officer. The body will also review other veterans-related issues.
- Review of Sonora Veterans Hall project status
- Review of Tuolumne Memorial Hall project status
- Report from Veterans Service Officer Deb Esque
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The board is reviewing internal governance, including member age limits and bylaws. Members will also discuss the impact of several state assembly and senate bills regarding mental health and telehealth.
- Review of Government Code Section 54954.2 regarding website posting of agendas
- Discussion on age limits for Youth on Board members
- Bylaws review regarding member rosters, term limits, and the creation of an Executive Board
- Discussion on AB 988 (988 Crisis Hotline) and AB 32 (Telehealth)
- Discussion on AB 816 (Homelessness Accountability) and AB 552 (School-Based Behavioral Health)
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee is discussing emergency planning, vegetation ordinances, and the Firewise program. The body will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding state minimum fire safe regulations.
- Recommendation to Board of Supervisors on Board of Forestry Proposed Fire Safe Regulations, 2021
- Discussion of vegetation ordinance examples from other communities
- Review of Everbridge Emergency Alert System opt-in data
- Identification of highest risk communities and current fuels projects
- Approval to change committee meeting time to 10:00 am on the fourth Wednesday of the month
Housing Loan Review Committee
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for May 19, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2021.
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for May 13, 2021, was cancelled. No actions were taken.
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resource Committee will meet to review greenhouse gas emissions forecasts and reduction targets. The body will discuss possible strategies for reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions.
- Climate Action Plan update regarding greenhouse gas emissions and reduction targets
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to review committee reports on 2021 goals and discuss new business. The body will consider an emergency shelter crisis declaration and an elder abuse seminar.
- Discussion of a proposed Declaration of Emergency due to a shelter crisis
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of the impact of homeowners insurance on senior homeowners and renters
- Review of county emergency evacuation plans for seniors
- Discussion of compensation for Zoom host
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The board is discussing administrative updates including member rosters, term limits, and the creation of an Executive Board. The meeting also includes reports on the TCBH Innovation Plan and unconscious bias training.
- Discussion of member rosters, categories, and term limits
- Proposed creation of an Executive Board and definition of its duties
- Reappointment of Mary Anne Schmidt to the TCBH Advisory Board
- Establishment of an Ad-Hoc Committee for new member orientation and mentoring
- Discussion of a change in bylaws regarding the date for submitting agenda items
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The committee will hear a presentation on homelessness in Tuolumne County and receive an update from the Bylaws Sub Committee. Members will also decide on regular meeting dates and times.
- Presentation on Homelessness in Tuolumne County
- Bylaws Sub Committee update
- Approval of April minutes
- Setting of regular committee meeting dates and times
Fire Safety Advisory Committee
The Fire Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to review the purpose and goals of the committee and receive an update from the Office of Emergency Services. The body will discuss Board of Forestry Regulations and the establishment of working groups for governance, emergency planning, and community outreach.
- Board of Forestry Regulations
- Establishment of Community Engagement/Outreach working group
- Establishment of Governance working group
- Establishment of Emergency Planning working group
Housing Loan Review Committee
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for April 21, 2021, has been canceled.
Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee
The committee is meeting to establish foundational operational procedures. Members will receive a presentation on the Brown Act and discuss the creation of committee bylaws.
- Presentation on the Brown Act by County Counsel
- Discussion on creating Bylaws
- Approval of regular committee meeting dates and times
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resources Committee will meet to discuss the FERC Phoenix Hydroelectric Project. The meeting is physically closed to the public and conducted via teleconference.
- Discussion on FERC – Phoenix Hydroelectric Project
Committee on Aging
The Commission on Aging is meeting to receive reports on 2021 goals across transportation, community relations, legislation, governance, and education. The body will also discuss the status of the Senior Expo and review commission bylaws.
- Review of senior transportation unmet needs and driver assistance programs
- Investigation of senior homelessness and homeowners insurance impacts
- Monitoring of Covid-19 vaccination status for seniors in the county
- Planning for the 10th Senior Expo
- Review of Commission on Aging bylaws
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee meeting scheduled for April 8, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Behavioral Health Advisory Board
The board is meeting to discuss administrative updates, including bylaws revisions and the creation of an Executive Board. Members will also review four applications for board membership and discuss the TCBH Innovations Plan and Laura's Law.
- Proposed revision to TCBH Advisory Board Bylaws, Article 4, Section 4 regarding Conflicts of Interest
- Review of board applications from Maureen Woods, Susie DeMassey, M. Elizabeth Marum, and Rebekah Crotty
- Discussion of the TCBH Innovations Plan and Laura's Law
- Appointment of three members to the Nominating Committee
- Establishment of an Ad-Hoc Committee for an Orientation Plan and Mentor Assignments
Housing Loan Review Committee
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee for March 17, 2021, has been canceled. No other business was conducted.
Board of Supervisors Housing Policy Committee
The Committee is discussing the proposed 2021 Work Plan and reviewing the status of LEAP and REAP planning grants. Members will also discuss housing supply and the housing development process.
- Review of proposed 2021 Work Plan
- Update on $150,000 LEAP planning grant
- Update on $200,970 REAP planning grant
- Discussion on housing supply and development process
- Status report on No Place Like Home program and $500,000 grant application
Natural Resources Committee
The Natural Resources Committee is meeting to review the minutes from February 10, 2021. The committee will also receive an update on the Tuolumne County Climate Action Plan, specifically regarding vulnerability scoring and adaptation strategies.
- Update on the preparation of the Tuolumne County Climate Action Plan
- Discussion of Vulnerability Assessment, scoring, and adaptation strategies