Tuolumne County public meetings in 2024

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Fire Safety Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for December 25, 2024 at 3:00 pm. The meeting was cancelled, so no agenda items were considered or decided.

Local Agency Formation Commission

The commission will consider and vote on executing a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Sonora to provide interim administrative, staffing, and office support for LAFCO from Jan 1 2025 through Dec 31 2026. It will also discuss clarifying the scope of services with Regional Government Services for executive officer and support functions. Additionally, the commission will consider Janice Kwiatkowski’s request to appear remotely under Government Code §24953 for emergency circumstances.

• Execution of MOU with City of Sonora for interim administrative support services (Jan 1 2025‑Dec 31 2026)
• Clarification of scope of services with Regional Government Services (RGS) for executive officer and support services
• Approval of Janice Kwiatkowski’s remote‑appearance request under Gov. Code §24953
• Amendment to RGS professional services agreement increasing Not‑To‑Exceed amount by $40,000 to $58,600 and extending term to June 30 2025
• 15‑minute public comment period; no old business or public hearing scheduled

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting for December 18, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025.

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee met to receive staff reports on current homeless services, including the placement of a fourth FEMA trailer at Woods Creek Mobile Home Park and the completion of repairs on three donated FEMA trailers. Updates were given on the Navigation Center, the first family’s transition to stable housing, and the status of Camp Justice, which now has 29 tents and is over capacity. The committee then discussed the Homeless Services Priority Framework for 2025. No formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Fourth FEMA trailer placed at Woods Creek Mobile Home Park, utilities and furnishings being finalized
• Repairs completed on three donated FEMA trailers; ready for occupancy after October 2024
• Navigation Center first family transitioned to stable housing; additional clients moving toward permanent housing
• Camp Justice data: 75 sign‑rule agreements, 21 violations, 6 trespassed, 29 tents (over capacity) and 9 trailer spots
• Discussion of the Homeless Services Priority Framework for 2025

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2025.

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will receive reports on the progress of the Historic Courthouse Elevator, Groveland Community Hall, Pinecrest Community Hall, and the Tuolumne Flagpole repair. The commission will also review reports from the Demolition Review, Grant, and 'Preserve America' committees.

• Report on Historic Courthouse Elevator progress
• Report on Groveland Community Hall progress
• Report on Pinecrest Community Hall progress
• Report on Tuolumne Flagpole repair progress
• Reports from Demolition Review, Grant, and Preserve America committees

Committee on Aging

The Tuolumne County Committee on Aging will approve the October 14 minutes, receive reports from workgroups, and vote on authorizing up to $1,000 to produce informational pamphlets for seniors. The committee also discussed canceling the November meeting because of Veteran’s Day and will consider scheduling future meetings in Groveland. Additional updates include a new Jamestown transportation loop and plans for a Centenarian event.

• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting (motion passed 8‑0)
• Authorization of funding not to exceed $1,000 for senior pamphlet production (motion passed 8‑0)
• Cancellation of the November meeting due to Veteran’s Day (motion passed 8‑0)
• Report of the first families moving into the Tuolumne County Navigation Center
• Start of the Jamestown transportation route as a one‑hour loop

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Fire Safety Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to approve the minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting. It will receive updates and presentations from partner agencies such as CAL FIRE, the Tuolumne Fire Safe Council, the USFS, and tribal partners. Staff will report on the CSAC Fire Insurance Working Group. The committee will discuss and vote on the dates and times for 2025 meetings and approve the 2025 strategic goals.

• Approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting
• Partner agency updates/presentations (CAL FIRE, Tuolumne Fire Safe Council, USFS, tribal partners)
• Staff report on CSAC Fire Insurance Working Group
• Discussion and approval of 2025 meeting dates and times
• Discussion and approval of 2025 strategic goals

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission is discussing a transition from using Tuolumne County staff to an independent staffing model. They are considering an amendment to a contract with Regional Government Services (RGS) to include executive officer and support services.

• Proposed amendment to RGS contract to increase total amount by $40,000 to a revised total of $58,600
• Proposed extension of RGS contract term to June 30, 2025
• Ad Hoc Committee report on transitioning from Tuolumne County staff to an independent staffing model
• Request for Commissioner Janice Kwiatkowski to appear remotely for emergency circumstances

Fish and Wildlife Preservation Fund Advisory Committee

The Fish and Wildlife Preservation Fund Advisory Committee is meeting to consider fund reallocation and receive partner agency updates. The body is deciding on budget allocations for tracking technology and cameras for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Approval of $1,500 for ear transmitter tags
• Approval of $4,500 for trail cameras
• Approval of $1,000 for annual trail camera cellular account
• Discussion of Chronic Wasting Disease reports in Mariposa and Inyo Counties

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The Veterans Committee will meet to discuss the status of facility projects and receive updates from the Veterans Service Officer. The meeting includes reports on veteran housing, transportation, and upcoming conferences.

• Review of Sonora Veterans Hall projects: dining hall carpet, Wi-Fi update, and building rekeying
• Update on homeless veteran housing
• Report on the Veterans transportation program
• Planning for the CACVSO October 2025 Conference hosted by Tuolumne County

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission scheduled meetings for December 4, 2024, December 18, 2024, and January 1, 2025 have been cancelled. The next meeting is set for January 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were adopted or discussed at this cancelled session.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Tuolumne County Behavioral Health Advisory Board had scheduled a regular meeting for December 4, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. to consider several reports and a remote‑appearance request, but the meeting was cancelled. No items will be decided or discussed at this time. The agenda items that would have been addressed included a remote‑appearance request, approval of prior meeting minutes, director and staff reports, and program updates.

• Consideration of Sherry Bradley’s request to appear remotely under Government Code §54953
• Approval of draft minutes from the October 2 and November 6, 2024 meetings
• Behavioral Health Director’s report on the Felony Incompetent to Stand Trial Permanent Program
• Staff report updating on supportive housing
• New business: In‑Reach Behavioral Health Jail Program report

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee will discuss its 2024 strategic priorities, which include supporting local water utility partners, staying informed on state and federal natural‑resource legislation, monitoring federal land‑use policy, and promoting landscape and watershed resilience. The agenda provides time for a public forum where residents may comment, but no specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinances are slated for decision. No actionable items are listed for this meeting.

• Support local water utility partners in modernizing water supply infrastructure
• Maintain awareness of state and federal natural‑resource, land‑use, and water‑rights legislation
• Monitor Tuolumne County federal land‑use policy and provide recommendations
• Promote landscape and watershed resilience through innovative solutions

Airports Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Airports Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. It will receive an update on the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study for Pine Mountain Lake and Columbia airports. The committee will also hear a presentation of the Columbia Airport Capital Improvement Plan. No formal actions are listed beyond the minutes approval.

• Approve minutes of the November 12, 2024 meeting
• Update on the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study
• Presentation of the Columbia Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Public forum (15‑minute limit, no action taken)
• Discussion of economic impact observations and recommendations

Airports Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Airport Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 2, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were presented. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The scheduled Fire Safety Advisory Committee meeting for November 27, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered or decided at this time.

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee announced that its regularly scheduled meeting on November 20, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. has been canceled. No agenda items were considered at this time. The committee’s next regular meeting is set for December 18, 2024.

• Cancellation of the regularly scheduled meeting on November 20, 2024

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend updates to Title 17 (Zoning) of the County Ordinance Code. These changes aim to align the code with the 2024 Housing Element and correct clerical and procedural errors identified since May 2024.

• Proposed updates to Title 17 Zoning Ordinance Code
• Modifications to residential care home language across multiple zoning districts
• Updated parking standards based on Housing Element requirements
• Changes to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) implementation language
• Modified poultry allowances in R and RE districts

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will discuss the Homeless Services Priority Framework for 2025. The meeting includes staff reports on current homelessness initiatives and winter preparations for the Camp Justice sanctioned camping program.

• Review and discussion of the Homeless Services Priority Framework for 2025
• Staff report on activities to prepare Camp Justice for the winter season
• General staff report on Homeless Services projects and initiatives
• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will meet to discuss the allocation of a 1,000 ton MSW allowance. The body will also receive reports on upcoming waste collection events and the Clean CA program.

• Discussion of 1,000 ton allowance allocation
• Green Waste Dollar Dump Day on November 23, 2024
• Mattress & Tire Collection Event on December 7, 2024
• Don’t Trash Tuolumne / Clean CA update
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Airports Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Airports Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its October 30 meeting and will hear a presentation of the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study. Members will discuss the study and consider a recommendation to accept it. The meeting includes a 15‑minute public forum with no action taken on public comments.

• Approve minutes of the October 30, 2024 meeting
• Presentation of the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study
• Consider recommendation to accept the study
• Public forum (no action)
• Schedule next meeting for December 2, 2024

Committee on Aging

The regular meeting of the Committee on Aging scheduled for November 11, 2024, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Tuolumne County LAFCO will consider executing a contract with Regional Government Services for up to $18,600 to assess administrative needs and recommend a transition from County services. The contract would authorize the Commission Chair to sign all related documents. The meeting also includes routine items such as a flag salute, brief reports, and a 15‑minute public comment period.

• Consideration of contract with Regional Government Services, not to exceed $18,600
• Purpose: assessment of administrative needs and transition plan for County services
• Authorization for the Commission Chair to sign all related documents
• 15‑minute public comment period
• Routine agenda items: Salute the Flag and brief reports

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee discussed the overuse of Pinecrest Lake and considered recommendations for the Board of Supervisors. Items included a draft ordinance to increase County parking citation fines to match state levels, signage and fire‑lane markings, and possible shuttle services for high‑use periods. Staff reports were postponed and no formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• Draft ordinance to increase County parking citation fines to amounts equivalent to State (Cal Trans) citations
• Complete striping of designated fire lane sections at Pinecrest
• Consider variable message signage (VMS) to inform drivers of parking conditions and alternatives
• Design new signs for Pinecrest roads/beaches showing prohibited activities and related fines
• Discuss shuttle service options for high‑use weekends and holidays

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will consider and vote on Sherry Bradley’s request to appear remotely under Government Code §54953. It will also discuss whether to reschedule or cancel the January 1, 2025 meeting because of a county holiday. The board will approve the draft minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting and receive several reports and updates.

• Consideration and approval of Sherry Bradley’s remote appearance request under Government Code §54953
• Discussion and action to reschedule or cancel the January 1, 2025 meeting due to a county holiday
• Approval of draft minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting
• Final approval for submission of the 2024 Data Notebook survey
• Update on site visit at Aegis Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Center

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will consider a Historic Conditional Use Permit (BP-24-451) for a 138‑square‑foot storage addition to the Jamestown Railtown Motel at 10301 Willow Street. The meeting also includes staff reports on historic projects such as the courthouse elevator and community hall repairs, and a draft letter to the Board of Supervisors about the Yaney Courthouse Project. Committee reports from the Demolition Review, Grant, and Preserve America committees will be presented, and a 15‑minute public forum will allow comments on any agenda item.

• New Business: Review Historic Conditional Use Permit BP-24-451 for a 138 sq ft storage addition at 10301 Willow Street, Jamestown Railtown Motel
• Old Business: Staff report on Capitol and Maintenance historic projects (Historic Courthouse Elevator, Groveland Community Hall, Pinecrest Community Hall, Tuolumne Flagpole repair)
• Old Business: Review and finalize letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Yaney Courthouse Project
• Committee reports: Demolition Review Committee, Grant Committee, Preserve America Committee
• Public Forum (15 min): public may speak on any agenda item; no action taken during forum

Airports Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Airports Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from its September 25, 2024 meeting. A 15‑minute public forum will be held, but no action can be taken on public comments. The committee will present the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study for Pine Mountain Lake Airport and Columbia Airport. The next meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2024 at the Tuolumne Community Resilience Center.

• Consideration of approving the minutes of the September 25, 2024 meeting
• Public forum – 15 minutes for public comments (no action taken)
• Presentation of the 2024 Airport Feasibility and Viability Study for Pine Mountain Lake Airport and Columbia Airport
• Next meeting set for November 12, 2024, 2:30 p.m. at 18986 Ferretti Rd., Groveland

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee will consider a HOME Investment Partnership Program income application of up to $2.7 million on behalf of Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County, Inc. The meeting also includes updates and approval of guidelines for the First‑Time Homebuyer (FTHB) program, and approval of two FTHB assistance awards of $87,000 and $41,000 for Habitat homes on Haughton Circle Drive. Minutes from the April 19, 2023 regular meeting will be reviewed, and the next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Review and approval of HOME program guidelines for the First‑Time Homebuyer program
• Approval of $87,000 first‑time homebuyer assistance for a Habitat home at 22252 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora
• Approval of $41,000 first‑time homebuyer assistance for a Habitat home at 22256 Haughton Circle Drive, Sonora
• Consideration of a HOME Investment Partnership Program income application not to exceed $2.7 million for Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County, Inc.
• No portfolio management items to consider

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Local Agency Formation Commission of Tuolumne County is holding a special meeting to discuss a specific contract. The body will consider authorizing a transition assessment from County Services.

• Proposed contract with Regional Government Services not to exceed $18,600 for administrative needs assessment and transition recommendations

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The October 23rd, 2024 meeting of the Fire Safety Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from partner agencies including CAL FIRE and USFS Stanislaus. Members will discuss PG&E vegetation management and parametric insurance. The body will also begin discussing potential goals for 2025.

• PG&E vegetation management and impacts to private property owners
• Parametric insurance and request for Insurance Commissioner visit
• Discussion of 2025 goals
• Public representative terms ending 12/31/24
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two projects: a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for the Dambacher property on Lyons Bald Mountain Road, and a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for three parcels along Longeway Road. Staff recommends approval for both.

• Public hearing for Dambacher rezoning (APNs 085-280-007, 085-050-025)
• Public hearing for Reich rezoning (APNs 089-040-014, 038-260-010, 038-260-013)
• Review of September 18, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Reports from Commissioners and Staff
• Agricultural Advisory Committee Representative report

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee announced that its regularly scheduled meeting on October 16, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. has been canceled. No agenda items were considered at this time. The committee’s next regular meeting is set for November 20, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation for October 16, 2024
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission will decide whether to approve an updated Policy and Procedure Manual. The current manual was adopted in 2001 and last updated in 2011. An ad hoc committee has reviewed draft changes from the City of Sonora and special districts and incorporated them into the proposed document. Commissioners may also direct further revisions before final approval.

• Approval of the updated LAFCO Policy and Procedure Manual
• Review of the ad hoc committee draft incorporating City of Sonora and special district comments
• Potential direction for additional changes to the manual before final adoption

Committee on Aging

The Tuolumne County Committee on Aging will consider authorizing up to $1,000 of COA funds for participation in the upcoming Health Fair on October 26. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the September 9 session, review the Treasurer's report showing a balance of $10,058.60, and discuss scheduling a special meeting because of Veterans Day on November 11.

• Authorize up to $1,000 of COA funding for the Health Fair (Oct 26)
• Approve minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting
• Treasurer reports COA balance of $10,058.60
• Discuss scheduling a special COA meeting due to Veterans Day (Nov 11)
• Workgroup reports on upcoming Centenarian event (Oct 21) and other senior activities

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee will hear a staff report on current homeless services projects and initiatives. Members will discuss establishing Homeless Services Priorities for 2025. The meeting also includes scheduling future committee meetings and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Staff report on Homeless Services priority projects and initiatives
• Discussion to establish Homeless Services Priorities for 2025
• Preparation for a Board of Supervisors presentation on August 20 regarding the Supreme Court decision and Governor's encampment directive
• Approval of the July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Future meeting dates set for November 14, December 12, and January 9

Solid Waste Committee

The Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2024.

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Tuolumne County Historic Preservation Review Commission will give status updates on several ongoing historic projects, including the Stent Schoolhouse, Groveland Community Hall, and the Tuolumne Flagpole. It will also review updates on the Washington Street Courthouse, Yaney Building remodel, and Yaney Building elevator projects, and finalize a letter to the Board of Supervisors about the Yaney Courthouse Project. No public hearing items are scheduled.

• Stent Schoolhouse Project – status update
• Groveland Community Hall Project – status update
• Tuolumne Flagpole – status update
• Washington Street Courthouse – status update
• Yaney Building remodel – status update

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission will hear reports from commissioners, staff, and the Agricultural Advisory Committee, and will welcome new commissioners. After a 15‑minute public comment period, the commission will consider a recommendation to approve the Small‑Lot Subdivision Ordinance (Article 3, Chapter 17.25) and forward that recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.

• Recommendation to approve Small‑Lot Subdivision Ordinance (Article 3, Chapter 17.25) to Board of Supervisors
• Reports from Commissioners and Staff (no commission action)
• Report from the Agricultural Advisory Committee Representative
• Welcome and Commission Overview for New Commissioners
• Public comment period (no commission action)

Natural Resources Committee

The Tuolumne County Natural Resources Advisory Committee met to approve minutes, review staff updates, and discuss legislative comment on AB1255, a bill requiring water distributors to provide a 20% discount to households earning under 200% of federal poverty guidelines. The committee decided not to take action on the bill, noting insufficient time for full Board of Supervisors consideration. Staff updates included the Drought Resilience Plan timeline with consultant Stantec, a USDA Hazardous Fuels Transportation Grant, and a Phoenix Lake Emergency Action Plan tabletop exercise. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting
• Discussed AB1255 water discount legislation and took no action
• Staff update on Drought Resilience Plan with contracted consultant Stantec
• Notification of USDA Hazardous Fuels Transportation Grant
• Report on Phoenix Lake Emergency Action Plan tabletop exercise

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Tuolumne County Behavioral Health Advisory Board will consider Sherry Bradley’s request to appear remotely for “just cause” under Government Code §54953. The board will also approve the July 3 and August 7 meeting minutes, review a Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity (SOGI) Data Action Plan, receive updates on the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing project, and discuss scheduling a site visit to the Aegis Medication Assisted Treatment Center.

• Consideration and approval of Sherry Bradley’s remote appearance request under Government Code §54953
• Approval of July 3, 2024 and August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion of the Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity (SOGI) Data Action Plan
• Update on Behavioral Health Bridge Housing progress at Parrots Ferry Property, including pending gas line inspection and two tenants ready to move in
• Discussion of tentative September 23, 2024 site visit to Aegis Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Center

Airports Advisory Committee

The Airports Advisory Committee will vote on relocating all future meetings to Sonora locations. The agenda includes member swearing‑in, a brief public forum, and staff reports. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2024, at the Board of Supervisors Chambers in Sonora.

• Change location of all future meetings to 48 Yaney St, 3rd Floor, Sonora, or 2 South Green St, 4th Floor, Sonora
• Swearing in of Airports Advisory Committee members
• Public forum – 15 minutes for comments, no committee action
• Next meeting set for October 16, 2024, 2:30‑4:30 p.m. at Board of Supervisors Chambers, 2 South Green St, Sonora
• Introductions

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on strategic goals regarding fire service funding and the county sheriff's dispatch. Members will also receive reports on wildfire mitigation and evacuation planning.

• Discussion on sustainable funding for fire services
• Recommendations for Board of Supervisors fees for service
• Hazardous vegetation ordinance inspectors in the Fire Budget
• Relocation and improvement of county sheriff’s dispatch
• Report on Old Buchanan Mine Road issue

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee heard staff reports on priority projects, an update on the Sanctioned Camp water service fee and shade structures, and a report on Governor Newsom's external affairs tour. Members discussed the upcoming August 20 presentation to the Board of Supervisors about recent court and executive actions. The committee also set future meeting dates and confirmed the September meeting was moved to the 19th.

• Staff report on homeless services priority projects, including a paid Tuolumne Utilities District fee for water at the Sanctioned Camp and distribution of portable shade structures
• Update on progress of homeless services priorities and discussion of pending projects
• Supervisor Goldemberg’s report on Governor Newsom’s external affairs tour held on September 18, 2024
• Announcement of the August 20 Board of Supervisors presentation on the Supreme Court decision and Governor Newsom’s encampment directive
• Future meeting schedule confirmed, with the September meeting moved to September 19, 2024

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission will discuss a zone change (RZ20-002) that would rezone an 82.2‑acre site from Exclusive Agricultural (AE‑37:AIR) to Residential Estate (RE‑5:AIR). The commission will also review Tentative Subdivision Map T20-002, which would divide the parcel into 13 residential lots ranging from 5.0 to 10.07 acres, and consider approval of the Mitigative Negative Declaration for the project. The site is located east of Ferretti Road and Clements Road in Groveland (APN 066‑160‑085). Additional agenda items include routine reports and a public comment period.

• Zone Change RZ20-002 to rezone 82.2‑acre Long Gulch Ranch from AE‑37:AIR to RE‑5:AIR
• Tentative Subdivision Map T20-002 to create 13 residential lots (5.0‑10.07 acres each)
• Approval of the Mitigative Negative Declaration for the zone change and subdivision map
• Project location: east of Ferretti Road and Clements Road, Groveland (APN 066‑160‑085)
• Public comment period of 15 minutes and routine commission reports

Housing Loan Review Committee

The Housing Loan Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2024, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

• Cancellation of the Housing Loan Review Committee meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

A geologist submitted comments to the Tuolumne County Planning Commission regarding the proposed Long Gulch 13-lot development. The report confirms adequate groundwater resources and infiltration rates for the site, countering concerns raised by the Center for Sierra Nevada Conservation.

• Review of Long Gulch Hydrogeologic Report (dated February 23, 2021)
• Response to CSERC comments on groundwater and septic systems
• Confirmation of adequate groundwater recharge for five-acre lots
• Rebuttal of recommendation for expanded well testing requirements
• Address of concerns regarding septic system certification

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024, has been cancelled. It is rescheduled for September 19 at 9 AM.

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee is meeting to discuss the allocation of a 1,000-ton self-haul disposal allowance for the Cal Sierra Transfer Station and Earth Resource Facility. The body will also review reports on mattress and e-waste recycling and a recent transfer station fire.

• Allocation of 1,000-ton self-haul disposal allowance for BOS agenda on 9/24
• Report on mattress and e-waste recycling at the High School Road facility
• Debrief on the Cal Sierra Transfer Station fire
• Review of October staff adjustments
• Discussion of items for October and November agendas

Local Agency Formation Commission

The commission will review a letter from Tuolumne County announcing that county staff support will end on January 1, 2025 and will consider possible staffing options. It will also discuss the pending response to the June 2024 Grand Jury reports on LAFCO and County Service Areas, both due September 23, 2024. Additional items include finalizing the RFP for an Executive Officer/Legal Counsel and approving an update to LAFCO policies and procedures.

• Review of letter notifying termination of county staffing support effective Jan 1 2025 and consideration of staffing options
• Consideration of response to the June 2024 Grand Jury report on LAFCO (response due Sep 23 2024)
• Consideration of response to the June 2024 Grand Jury report on County Service Areas (response due Sep 23 2024)
• Finalize and circulate the RFP for an Executive Officer/Legal Counsel
• Consider approval of a proposed update to LAFCO Policies and Procedures

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will meet to review reports from workgroups and approve minutes from the August 12 meeting. The session includes scheduled reports from the Chairman and Treasurer.

• Report from Ted Michaud regarding the Community Roots Resource Fair
• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Chairman's report
• Workgroup reports

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will review Conditional Use Permit CUP22-012 for a new 78‑foot wireless communications tower proposed by Precision Site Development for T‑Mobile. The tower would be built on a 1.91‑acre C‑1 zoned parcel at 19579 Cordelia Avenue in East Sonora, about 5.37 miles southeast of Columbia Airport. The commission will decide whether the project is consistent with the County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, possibly with modifications, or inconsistent.

• Review of Conditional Use Permit CUP22-012 for a 78‑ft T‑Mobile tower at 19579 Cordelia Ave (1.91‑acre, C‑1 zone)
• Project located ~5.37 miles SE of Columbia Airport and ~11.7 miles NW of Pine Mountain Lake Airport, outside airport influence zones
• Height exceeds 75 ft, triggering ALUC review per Policy 2.1.5.2 of the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
• Commission may find the project consistent, consistent with modifications, or inconsistent with the Compatibility Plan

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee approved the May 1, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed legislative comment on AB1255, deciding to take no action. Staff updates included a Drought Resilience Plan report expected from the DWR‑contracted consultant Stantec, and a USDA Hazardous Fuels Transportation Grant. The committee also noted a Phoenix Lake Emergency Action Plan tabletop exercise and plans to consider a Pinecrest day‑use study in October.

• Approval of minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous vote)
• Legislative comment on AB1255 – water discount bill; committee took no action
• USDA Hazardous Fuels Transportation Grant discussed by Chris Trott
• Drought Resilience Plan update – Stantec report expected at November NRC meeting
• Phoenix Lake Emergency Action Plan tabletop exercise reported by Eric Hall

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board approved the July 3, 2024 minutes and reviewed the director’s report, which includes a $7 million contract to make the Incompetent to Stand Trial program permanent. New business included discussion of a Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity (SOGI) Data Action Plan and updates on a site visit to the Aegis Medication Assisted Treatment Center. The board also created several ad‑hoc groups to advance data work, site‑visit follow‑up, and the annual report, and announced a special speaker from the Tuolumne Me‑Wuk Indian Health Center for the next meeting.

• $7 million contract for permanent IST program
• Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity (SOGI) Data Action Plan
• Update on site visit to Aegis Medication Assisted Treatment Center
• Formation of ad‑hoc groups for Data Notebook, Aegis site visit, and Annual Report
• Special speaker Marisa Caratachea, Director of Behavioral Health for Tuolumne Me‑Wuk Indian Health Center

Veterans' Hall Advisory Committee

The Veterans Hall Advisory Committee will review the status of facility projects, including carpet and clock repairs at the Sonora Veterans Hall and Wi-Fi updates at Tuolumne Memorial Hall. The committee will also receive a report on veteran funding and discuss anticipated county budget issues.

• Review status of facility projects at Sonora Veterans Hall and Tuolumne Memorial Hall
• Report from Veterans Service Officer on funding and the PACT Act
• Discussion of anticipated county budget issues for the next two years
• Next meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024
• Committee membership includes Supervisor Jaron Brandon as Chair

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Fire Safety Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its July 24 meeting, receive updates from CAL FIRE, USFS Stanislaus, and tribal partners, and hear staff reports on the Home Hardening Grant and Community Wildfire Defense Grant. The committee will then discuss and consider recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on sustainable funding for fire services, fees for service, inclusion of hazardous vegetation ordinance inspectors in the fire budget, and relocation or improvement of the county sheriff’s dispatch. Public comment will be allowed on each agenda item.

• Approve minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting
• Partner agency updates/presentations from CAL FIRE, USFS Stanislaus, and tribal partners
• Staff reports on Home Hardening Grant and Community Wildfire Defense Grant
• Discussion of recommendations for sustainable fire service funding
• Discussion of recommendations on fees for service, hazardous vegetation ordinance inspectors, and sheriff’s dispatch relocation

Airports Advisory Committee

The Airports Advisory Committee will consider moving all future meetings to the Tuolumne County Committees and Commissions Room at 48 Yaney St, 3rd Floor, Sonora. The agenda also includes introductions, a 15‑minute public forum (no action taken), and the swearing‑in of committee members. The next meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2024.

• Change location of all future AAC meetings to 48 Yaney St, 3rd Floor, Sonora
• Swearing‑in of Airport Advisory Committee members
• 15‑minute public forum (no action taken)
• Introductions
• Next meeting set for September 25, 2024 at the same location

Airports Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors cancelled the scheduled Airport Advisory Committee meeting for August 28, 2024. No agenda items were considered.

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled for August 21, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for September 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Housing Loan Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Loan Review Committee on August 21, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

Solid Waste Committee

The Solid Waste Committee will consider approving the minutes from its June 12 meeting. Staff will brief the committee on a temporary household hazardous waste event in Groveland, a new location for mattress and e‑waste collection, September staffing plans, and an update on the green‑waste pilot. The committee will discuss and vote on creating a Board of Supervisors agenda item to allocate the county’s 1,000‑ton annual self‑haul allowance for disposal at the Cal‑Sierra Transfer Station and Earth Resource Facility.

• Approve minutes of the June 12, 2024 Solid Waste Committee meeting
• Temporary household hazardous waste (HHW) event in Groveland
• Mattress and e‑waste collection to be moved to a new location
• Staffing update for September
• Vote to create a Board of Supervisors agenda item to allocate the 1,000‑ton self‑haul allowance for solid waste disposal at Cal‑Sierra Transfer Station and Earth Resource Facility

Local Agency Formation Commission

The Commission will discuss responses to a June 2024 Grand Jury report regarding transparency, staffing, and budget deficiencies. The body will also review road maintenance in County Service Areas and update its internal policies.

• Review of June 2024 Grand Jury report findings on website deficiencies and staffing
• Review of County Service Areas road maintenance in subdivisions
• Update on Municipal Service Reviews for Tuolumne Utilities, Jamestown Sanitary, Tuolumne Park and Recreation, and Tuolumne City Sanitary districts
• Review of RFP results for Executive Officer/Legal Counsel
• Proposed update to LAFCO Policies and Procedures

Committee on Aging

The Tuolumne County Committee on Aging will receive a presentation on the TCTA via app, discuss the direction of the committee, and hear reports from workgroups on health, assistance programs, technology, and event planning. The chairman and treasurer will give brief reports, including a current balance of $9,738.18. Public comment will be limited to items not on the agenda.

• Presentation on TCTA via app (20 minutes)
• Roundtable: direction of the Committee on Aging (30 minutes)
• Reports from workgroups: health, assistance programs, technology, event planning
• Chairman's report (10 minutes)
• Treasurer's report showing a balance of $9,738.18 (5 minutes)

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee met on August 8, 2024 at the Board Chambers in Sonora. The committee heard a staff report on homeless services priority projects and a presentation on the Proposition 47 Diversion grant application submitted by Sheriff David Vasquez in collaboration with the District Attorney. Members discussed the grant and the involvement of multiple county agencies, with no public comments recorded on that item. The Homeless Services Priorities Workgroup report was tabled for lack of time and future meeting dates were confirmed.

• Presentation and discussion on Proposition 47 Diversion grant application (Sheriff David Vasquez)
• Homeless Services staff report on priority projects and initiatives
• Public comment on cooling and warming centers concerns
• Homeless Services Priorities Workgroup report tabled for lack of time
• Future meeting dates set for Sept 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, 2024

Tuolumne County Planning Commission

The Tuolumne County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024 was cancelled. The commission will meet next on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were adopted.

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Tuolumne County Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss the county's $2.7 million Bridge Housing grant for the Parrotts Ferry property and review the final External Quality Review Report for the Mental Health Program.

• Review of $2.7M Bridge Housing grant for Parrotts Ferry property
• Approval of July 3, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2023-24 External Quality Review Report
• Discussion of Welfare Institution Code 5620 language change
• Upcoming implementation of website calendar for community events

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will consider legislative comments regarding AB 1255 and discuss at-risk domestic water systems. The meeting also includes updates on the Drought Resilience Plan and the California Board of Forestry Power Utility Easement.

• Consideration of legislative comment regarding AB 1255
• Discussion of at-risk domestic water systems
• Drought Resilience Plan update
• California Board of Forestry Power Utility Easement update
• Report and discussion of USDA Old Growth Forest

Historic Preservation Review Commission

The Tuolumne County Historic Preservation Review Commission will receive status updates on the Stent Schoolhouse Project, Groveland Community Hall Project, and the Tuolumne Flagpole. It will also hear updates on the Washington Street Courthouse, the Yaney Building remodel, and the Yaney Building Elevator Project. The commission will review and finalize a letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Yaney Courthouse Project. Committee reports from the Demolition Review, Grant, and Preserve America committees will be presented.

• Stent Schoolhouse Project – status update
• Groveland Community Hall Project – status update
• Tuolumne Flagpole – status update
• Washington Street Courthouse – status update
• Yaney Building Elevator Project – status update

Airport Land Use Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Airport Land Use Commission on August 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at 48 Yaney Avenue.

• Meeting cancelled for August 1, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for September 5, 2024
• Location: 48 Yaney Avenue, 4th Floor, Community Development Department Conference Room

Fire Safety Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne County Fire Safety Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the June 24 meeting and hear updates from partner agencies. It will then discuss and vote on recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding fire insurance and several strategic goals, including sustainable fire‑service funding, fees for service, inclusion of hazardous‑vegetation ordinance inspectors in the fire budget, and relocation of the county sheriff’s dispatch. Public comment periods are provided throughout the meeting.

• Approve minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting
• Partner agency updates/presentations from CAL FIRE, USFS Stanislaus, tribal partners, and CA Department of Insurance
• Discuss and approve recommendations to the Board on fire insurance for the August 6, 2024 BOS meeting
• Discuss and approve strategic goal recommendations: sustainable fire‑service funding, fees for service, hazardous‑vegetation ordinance inspectors in fire budget, sheriff dispatch relocation
• Public comment periods (limited to three minutes per person) on agenda items

Tuolumne County Homelessness Committee

The committee will review staff reports on priority homelessness projects and initiatives. Members will also hear updates from the Landlord Education, Community Toolkit, and Lived Experience workgroups. Sheriff David Vasquez will lead a discussion regarding Proposition 47 grant possibilities.

• Staff report on Homeless Services priority projects
• Landlord Education & Engagement Workgroup report
• Community Toolkit on Homelessness Workgroup report
• Lived Experience Life Skills Workgroup report
• Presentation and discussion on Proposition 47 grant

Solid Waste Committee

The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors Solid Waste Committee meeting scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 14, 2024.