Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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1. Call to Order
2. Moment of Silence
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Consideration of Extra Items Not Appearing on the Posted Agenda
4.1Extra Item: (a) Consideration of “Extra” Agenda item; and (b) Consideration of a Letter to HCD Regarding Planning Efforts for Distribution of CDBG-CV Funding for Economic Development, and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Action Item
approved
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Brown
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
This item came to the attention of staff subsequent to the posting of the current agenda, and there is a need to take action before the next agenda.
(b) As your Board is aware, over the course of last week, planning efforts for distribution of funding stemming from CARES Act initiatives have rapidly evolved. Friday, after the posting of your Board's Agenda, we received clarifying instruction, and we believe the attached letter will better position Lake County to access Community Development Block Grant CARES Act Stimulus funding for Coronavirus Response. The Comment Period ends April 22, 2020.
It is probable this funding could be most appropriately allocated to support loans for local businesses, and you are all aware the needs are unprecedented and profound, here and around the State. Perhaps now more than ever, demonstrating engagement and advocacy early and throughout funding distribution processes is critical to Lake County getting our fair share. Supporting businesses is critical to meeting your Board's Vision 2028 Economic Development goals at this historic time.
Staff recommends your Board approve the attached Letter, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve Letter to HCD Regarding Planning Efforts for Distribution of CDBG-CV Funding, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke SImon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Extra Item: (a) Consideration of "extra" agenda item; and (b) Consideration of a Letter to HCD Regarding Planning Efforts for Distribution of CDBG-CV Funding for Economic Development, and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
This item came to the attention of staff subsequent to the posting of the current agenda, and there is a need to take action before the next agenda.
(b) As your Board is aware, over the course of last week, planning efforts for distribution of funding stemming from CARES Act initiatives have rapidly evolved. Friday, after the posting of your Board's Agenda, we received clarifying instruction, and we believe the attached letter will better position Lake County to access Community Development Block Grant CARES Act Stimulus funding for Coronavirus Response. The Comment Period ends April 22, 2020.
It is probable this funding could be most appropriately allocated to support loans for local businesses, and you are all aware the needs are unprecedented and profound, here and around the State. Perhaps now more than ever, demonstrating engagement and advocacy early and throughout funding distribution processes is critical to Lake County getting our fair share. Supporting businesses is critical to meeting your Board's Vision 2028 Economic Development goals at this historic time.
Staff recommends your Board approve the attached Letter, and authorize the Chair to sign.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☒ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: Approve Letter to HCD Regarding Planning Efforts for Distribution of CDBG-CV Funding, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
(a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved this item be taken up as an extra, as it was brought up after the posted agenda and needs to be addressed before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
(b) On motion of Supervisor Brown, and by vote of the Board, approved the Letter to HCD Regarding Planning Efforts for Distribution of CDBG-CV Funding for Economic Development, and authorized the Chair to Sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson read the title into the record for Chair Simon, who was experiencing technical difficulties. Assistant County Administrative Officer Susan Parker presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
4.2Extra Item - (Sitting as the Board of Directors for the Lake County Watershed Protection District) (a) Consideration of “Extra” Agenda item; and (b) Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to Accept Awarded Funds from the California Department of Water Resources 2019 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program Planning Round 3 for the Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin
Resolution
Adopted
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
� The need to take action came to the attention of this department subsequent to the posting of the current agenda.
The Department recently became aware of a deadline for funding requests that if the District can make, funding will be available immediately, whereas if we miss the opportunity, funds won't be available until September, 2020. We became aware of the opportunity subsequent to the posting of the agenda.
� There is a need to take immediate action before the next available agenda.
Time is of the essence to get the development of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan started, and this funding will allow staff to begin the Request for Proposal process. Money is available now, and considering the current uncertain conditions statewide, we want to obtain this funding now rather than wait until later in the year.
Staff requests that the Board of Supervisors concur that justification exists to consider this for an extra agenda item.
Staff was recently made aware that we were successful in our application for funding for a Planning Grant for the development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin. This funding is being provided by the State of California, Department of Water Resources and the voter approved Water Quality, Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1). Staff was able to secure $1,392,205 of grant funds through this program for the development of the plan, with zero local cost share.
The proposed Resolution authorizes the Lake County Watershed Protection District to accept these funds. An Agreement with the State will be forthcoming, however this Resolution will help secure the funding in their current allocation.
A copy of the Resolution is attached.
Recommended Action
(a) Approve extra item.
(b) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to Accept Awarded Funds from the California Department of Water Resources 2019 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program Planning Round 3 for the Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Scott De Leon, Public Works/Water Resources Director
Subject: (Sitting as the Board of Directors for the Lake County Watershed Protection District) (a) Consideration of "Extra" Agenda item; and (b) Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to Accept Awarded Funds from the California Department of Water Resources 2019 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program Planning Round 3 for the Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
� The need to take action came to the attention of this department subsequent to the posting of the current agenda.
The Department recently became aware of a deadline for funding requests that if the District can make, funding will be available immediately, whereas if we miss the opportunity, funds won't be available until September, 2020. We became aware of the opportunity subsequent to the posting of the agenda.
� There is a need to take immediate action before the next available agenda.
Time is of the essence to get the development of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan started, and this funding will allow staff to begin the Request for Proposal process. Money is available now, and considering the current uncertain conditions statewide, we want to obtain this funding now rather than wait until later in the year.
Staff requests that the Board of Supervisors concur that justification exists to consider this for an extra agenda item.
Staff was recently made aware that we were successful in our application for funding for a Planning Grant for the development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin. This funding is being provided by the State of California, Department of Water Resources and the voter approved Water Quality, Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1). Staff was able to secure $1,392,205 of grant funds through this program for the development of the plan, with zero local cost share.
The proposed Resolution authorizes the Lake County Watershed Protection District to accept these funds. An Agreement with the State will be forthcoming, however this Resolution will help secure the funding in their current allocation.
A copy of the Resolution is attached.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☒ Economic Development ☐ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☒ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
(a) Approve extra item.
(b) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Lake County Watershed Protection District to Accept Awarded Funds from the California Department of Water Resources 2019 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program Planning Round 3 for the Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Big Valley Groundwater Basin.
(a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved this item be taken up as an extra, as it was brought up after the posted agenda and needs to be addressed before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
(b) Supervisor Brown offered the Resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: Water Resources Director Scott DeLeon presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
4.3EXTRA ITEM: (a) Consideration of “extra” agenda item, and, (b) Consideration of Letter to Governor Newsom requesting Lake County be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis
Letter
approved as amended
Carried 3-2 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: nay Simon: nay
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: nay Simon: nay
Carried 3-2 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: nay Sabatier: aye Scott: nay Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: nay Sabatier: aye Scott: nay Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
This item came to my attention subsequent to the posting of the current agenda and there is a need to take action before the next agenda.
(b) As our Board is aware, later this week, Governor Newsom will announce further plans for his phased approach for lifting of shelter. I request our Board consider sending a letter to Governor Newsom, before he makes further announcements, requesting Lake County (and all counties) be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis.
Recommended Action
(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item.
(b) Approve letter to Governor Newsom, before he makes further announcements, requesting Lake County be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer for Bruno Sabatier, District 2 Supervisor
Subject: EXTRA ITEM: (a) Consideration of "extra" agenda item, and, (b) Consideration of Letter to Governor Newsom requesting Lake County be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
(a) This item is being submitted as an "extra" agenda item. The justification for this request to consider an item not on the posted agenda is as follows:
This item came to my attention subsequent to the posting of the current agenda and there is a need to take action before the next agenda.
(b) As our Board is aware, later this week, Governor Newsom will announce further plans for his phased approach for lifting of shelter. I request our Board consider sending a letter to Governor Newsom, before he makes further announcements, requesting Lake County (and all counties) be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☒ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☒ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item.
(b) Approve letter to Governor Newsom, before he makes further announcements, requesting Lake County be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis.
(a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved this item be taken up as an extra, as it was brought up after the posted agenda and needs to be addressed before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, and Brown
Noes: Supervisors Scott and Simon
(b) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved as amended, the Letter to Governor Newsom requesting Lake County be given Public Health Benchmarks and the ability to choose how we navigate the reactivation our local economy while still ensuring the protection of our citizens during the COVID-19 crisis. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Noes: Supervisors Crandell and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson presented the item to the Board and shared the letter drafted to Governor Newsom via Zoom. Supervisor Sabatier read the letter to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Adopt Resolution Approving Amended Agreement No.18-0689-000-SA with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to provide Reimbursement for Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program for Agreement Term April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
I would like to ask the Board to adopt the attached resolution approving an Industrial Hemp resolution agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. It reimburses the County for registering hemp growers and seed breeders, enforcing all laws and regulations, public outreach, training staff, reimbursement for mileage and supplies pertaining to industrial hemp. There are currently 48 hemp registrants in the County of Lake. The agreement would reimburse the County up to $70,911 for the activities listed above. This agreement goes from April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020. Most of this funding will be used for previously conducted work, but some funding will still be available for use until June 30, 2020. This is unanticipated revenue and will need Board of Supervisors approval to be spent.
Should the Board adopt the Resolution, please have the chair sign and return one copy of the Agreement, one copy of the Board Resolution and return them to the Agricultural Commissioner's office processing. A signed complete copy will be returned for your records.
Fiscal Impact
? None ? Budgeted ? Non-Budgeted
Fiscal Impact Narrative:
Staffing Impact:
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ? Infrastructure ? Technology Upgrades
� Economic Development ? Disaster Recovery ? County Workforce ? Revenue Generation
� Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake � Cost Savings
Request for Exemption from Competitive Bidding in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38:
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Approving Amended Agreement No.18-0689-000-SA with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to provide Reimbursement for Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program for Agreement Term April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020
| Estimated Cost | $70,911.00 |
|---|
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Steven Hajik, Agricultural Commissioner / Sealer of Weights and Measures
Subject: Adopt Resolution Approving Amended Agreement No.18-0689-000-SA with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to provide Reimbursement for Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program for Agreement Term April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020
Executive Summary:
I would like to ask the Board to adopt the attached resolution approving an Industrial Hemp resolution agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. It reimburses the County for registering hemp growers and seed breeders, enforcing all laws and regulations, public outreach, training staff, reimbursement for mileage and supplies pertaining to industrial hemp. There are currently 48 hemp registrants in the County of Lake. The agreement would reimburse the County up to $70,911 for the activities listed above. This agreement goes from April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020. Most of this funding will be used for previously conducted work, but some funding will still be available for use until June 30, 2020. This is unanticipated revenue and will need Board of Supervisors approval to be spent.
Should the Board adopt the Resolution, please have the chair sign and return one copy of the Agreement, one copy of the Board Resolution and return them to the Agricultural Commissioner's office processing. A signed complete copy will be returned for your records.
Fiscal Impact: ? None ? Budgeted ? Non-Budgeted
Estimated Cost: $70,911.00 Amount Budgeted: __ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Fiscal Impact Narrative:
Staffing Impact:
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply):
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ? Infrastructure ? Technology Upgrades
� Economic Development ? Disaster Recovery ? County Workforce ? Revenue Generation
� Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake � Cost Savings
Request for Exemption from Competitive Bidding in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution Approving Amended Agreement No.18-0689-000-SA with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to provide Reimbursement for Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program for Agreement Term April 30, 2019 through June 30, 2020
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled to be brought back on the April 28, 2020 agenda.
5.2Adopt Resolution of Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Application for, and Receipt of, Local Government Planning Support Grant Program Funds
Resolution
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 (recovered from the archived minutes)
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
On April 7, 2020 the Lake County Board of Supervisors approved a contract with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to review the draft Housing Element Update (2019-2027), Lake County General Plan, and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) letter dated January 7, 2020 and revise the draft Housing Element Update to reflect current conditions, County policies, emerging issues and changes needed to comply with the housing requirements as mandated by the HCD. Most state and federal grants and loans require a certified housing element in order to be eligible to apply for and receive funds.
The scope of work also includes a grant submittal to the Housing and Community Development Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Grant. Lake County is eligible for up to $150,000 in this non-competitive grant program. EMC will submit grant application within 10 days of contract execution.
A Resolution adopted by the Lake County Board of Supervisors is required as part of the LEAP Grant Application. Staff is requesting Lake County Board of Supervisors to approve a resolution authorizing the EMC Planning Group, Inc. to file a Grant Application on Behalf of the Community Development Department - Planning Division with the California Department of Housing and Community Development Local Early Action Planning Grants Program to Fund the 6th Cycle Lake County Housing Element Update.
This non-competitive grant does not require matching funds and staff does not anticipate additional administrative or staff costs related to this grant application.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution of Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Application for, and Receipt of, Local Government Planning Support Grant Program Funds.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Scott De Leon, Interim Community Development Department Director
Subject: Adopt Resolution of Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Application for, and Receipt of, Local Government Planning Support Grant Program Funds
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
On April 7, 2020 the Lake County Board of Supervisors approved a contract with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to review the draft Housing Element Update (2019-2027), Lake County General Plan, and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) letter dated January 7, 2020 and revise the draft Housing Element Update to reflect current conditions, County policies, emerging issues and changes needed to comply with the housing requirements as mandated by the HCD. Most state and federal grants and loans require a certified housing element in order to be eligible to apply for and receive funds.
The scope of work also includes a grant submittal to the Housing and Community Development Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Grant. Lake County is eligible for up to $150,000 in this non-competitive grant program. EMC will submit grant application within 10 days of contract execution.
A Resolution adopted by the Lake County Board of Supervisors is required as part of the LEAP Grant Application. Staff is requesting Lake County Board of Supervisors to approve a resolution authorizing the EMC Planning Group, Inc. to file a Grant Application on Behalf of the Community Development Department - Planning Division with the California Department of Housing and Community Development Local Early Action Planning Grants Program to Fund the 6th Cycle Lake County Housing Element Update.
This non-competitive grant does not require matching funds and staff does not anticipate additional administrative or staff costs related to this grant application.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☐ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution of Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Application for, and Receipt of, Local Government Planning Support Grant Program Funds.
5.3Adopt Resolution to Amend the Budget for FY 2019-2020 by Appropriating Unanticipated Revenue for Public Health Services and Authorize the Health Services Director to Sign
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The County of Lake, Department of Health Services, Public Health Division recently applied for and received additional funding from California Department of Public Health for the Overdose Prevention Initiative Program. This award will be distributed over the course of three years for a total of $120,000. The amount awarded for the fiscal year 2019-2020 is $30,000.
The additional funding will be used to restart the Lake County Overdose Prevention Initiative Program including the operating and maintenance expenses, and staffing costs to carry out various regulatory requirements of this program.
California Department of Public Health's Overdose Prevention Initiative Program has provided funding to Lake County to enable participation in the Overdose Data to Action Initiative project. The overall purpose of this project is to support local efforts to reduce the number of opioid and other drug related overdoses and deaths in California counties through evidence based and data informed initiatives. Project objectives and statewide strategies will include:
* Strengthen Statewide Collaboration
* Promote Safe Prescribing
* Building Community Capacity
* Expand Access to Medication Assisted Treatment
* Increase Access to Naloxone
* Reduce Access to and Negative Consequences of Illicit Drugs
* Address Priority Populations in High-Risk Settings
* Promote Public Education and Awareness
* Translate Data into Actionable Information
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution to Amend the Budget for FY 2019-2020 by Appropriating Unanticipated Revenue for Public Health Services and Authorize the Health Services Director to Sign
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Denise Pomeroy, Health Services Director
Subject: Adopt Resolution to Amend the Budget for FY 2019-2020 by Appropriating Unanticipated Revenue for Public Health Services and Authorize the Health Services Director to Sign
Executive Summary: The County of Lake, Department of Health Services, Public Health Division recently applied for and received additional funding from California Department of Public Health for the Overdose Prevention Initiative Program. This award will be distributed over the course of three years for a total of $120,000. The amount awarded for the fiscal year 2019-2020 is $30,000.
The additional funding will be used to restart the Lake County Overdose Prevention Initiative Program including the operating and maintenance expenses, and staffing costs to carry out various regulatory requirements of this program.
California Department of Public Health's Overdose Prevention Initiative Program has provided funding to Lake County to enable participation in the Overdose Data to Action Initiative project. The overall purpose of this project is to support local efforts to reduce the number of opioid and other drug related overdoses and deaths in California counties through evidence based and data informed initiatives. Project objectives and statewide strategies will include:
* Strengthen Statewide Collaboration
* Promote Safe Prescribing
* Building Community Capacity
* Expand Access to Medication Assisted Treatment
* Increase Access to Naloxone
* Reduce Access to and Negative Consequences of Illicit Drugs
* Address Priority Populations in High-Risk Settings
* Promote Public Education and Awareness
* Translate Data into Actionable Information
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☐ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution to Amend the Budget for FY 2019-2020 by Appropriating Unanticipated Revenue for Public Health Services and Authorize the Health Services Director to Sign
5.4(a) Approve Agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Department and U.S. Forest Service for FY 20/21 annual operating and financial plan, in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol; and (b) Approve Grant Modification Agreement in the amount of $52,420 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain joint repeater project, and authorize the Sheriff and the Chairman to sign
Action Item
passed on consent
approved as amended — Pass
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Sheriff's Office requests approval of the attached agreements from the U.S. Forest Service for enforcement services on Forest Service lands.
Revenue for fiscal year 2020/21 in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol Operations has been included in FY 2020/21 Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201. Revenue in the amount of $52,420 to be allocated in the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget 2202, object code 62.74 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain repeater site. There are four originals attached to this agreement and will require a total of eight signatures. The USFS monies are already budgeted in the 2019/20 budget. Monies in the amount of $52,420 are being allocated with the attached resolution. It is expected this project will be carried over to fiscal year 2020/21 due to the complexity of this installation.
Members of the fire agencies in Lake County and the Lake County Sheriff's Office have been working tirelessly on improving two way radio communications for several years. A few years ago we learned that placing a two way radio repeater on Goat Mountain in the Mendocino National Forest would greatly enhance our ability to communicate and thus hopefully make their jobs safer. Currently the ability to communicate via two-way radios in the vast majority of the Mendocino National Forest is almost non-existent.
Public Safety agencies heavily rely on two-way radio communications in Lake County and we have noticed that two way radio service in the Northern, North Western and North Eastern portions of Lake County are below standards in radio coverage.
The fire agencies in Lake County as well as the law enforcement agencies have seen firsthand how vital two-way radio communications is to the first responder communities in Lake County and it is a necessity for them in order for them to provide the excellent service they provide to the residents of Lake County.
As earlier mentioned the public safety agencies in Lake County rely on two-way radio communications to contact their respective dispatch centers and allied first responder agencies in Lake County. The Lake County Sheriff's Office Central Dispatch is the central hub for radio communications as well as 911 phone calls and cellular 911 calls in Lake County. The need for adequate two way radio communications service in Lake County is vital and we strongly support the placement of a two way radio repeater on Goat Mountain in Lake County.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
The Sheriff's Office recommends (a) Approve Agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Department and U.S. Forest Service for FY 20/21 annual operating and financial plan in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol; and (b) Approve Grant Modification Agreement in the amount of $52,420 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain joint repeater project, and authorize the Sheriff and the Chairman to sign
| Amount Budgeted | 69,599 |
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Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chairman, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner/OES Director
Subject: (a) Approve Agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Forest Service for FY 20/21 annual operating and financial plan in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol; and (b) Approve Grant Modification Agreement in the amount of $52,420 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain joint repeater project, and authorize the Sheriff and the Chairman to sign
Executive Summary: The Sheriff's Office requests approval of the attached agreements from the U.S. Forest Service for enforcement services on Forest Service lands.
Revenue for fiscal year 2020/21 in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol Operations has been included in FY 2020/21 Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201. Revenue in the amount of $52,420 to be allocated in the Sheriff/Central Dispatch budget 2202, object code 62.74 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain repeater site. There are four originals attached to this agreement and will require a total of eight signatures. The USFS monies are already budgeted in the 2019/20 budget. Monies in the amount of $52,420 are being allocated with the attached resolution. It is expected this project will be carried over to fiscal year 2020/21 due to the complexity of this installation.
Members of the fire agencies in Lake County and the Lake County Sheriff's Office have been working tirelessly on improving two way radio communications for several years. A few years ago we learned that placing a two way radio repeater on Goat Mountain in the Mendocino National Forest would greatly enhance our ability to communicate and thus hopefully make their jobs safer. Currently the ability to communicate via two-way radios in the vast majority of the Mendocino National Forest is almost non-existent.
Public Safety agencies heavily rely on two-way radio communications in Lake County and we have noticed that two way radio service in the Northern, North Western and North Eastern portions of Lake County are below standards in radio coverage.
The fire agencies in Lake County as well as the law enforcement agencies have seen firsthand how vital two-way radio communications is to the first responder communities in Lake County and it is a necessity for them in order for them to provide the excellent service they provide to the residents of Lake County.
As earlier mentioned the public safety agencies in Lake County rely on two-way radio communications to contact their respective dispatch centers and allied first responder agencies in Lake County. The Lake County Sheriff's Office Central Dispatch is the central hub for radio communications as well as 911 phone calls and cellular 911 calls in Lake County. The need for adequate two way radio communications service in Lake County is vital and we strongly support the placement of a two way radio repeater on Goat Mountain in Lake County.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _unknown_ Amount Budgeted: __69,599_ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☒ Infrastructure ☒ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☒ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: The Sheriff's Office recommends (a) Approve Agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Department and U.S. Forest Service for FY 20/21 annual operating and financial plan in the amount of $11,000 for Pillsbury Patrol; and (b) Approve Grant Modification Agreement in the amount of $52,420 for the purchase of equipment for the Goat Mountain joint repeater project, and authorize the Sheriff and the Chairman to sign
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved consent agenda items 5.2 and 5.3. Items 5.1 and 5.4 were pulled and will be brought back on the April 28, 2020 agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled to be brought back on the April 28, 2020 agenda.
6. Timed Items
6.29:05 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Interim Community Development Director Scott DeLeon introduced new hire, Community Development Deputy Director Toccarra Thomas to the Board.
6.31:00 P.M. - Consideration of Resolution Amending Resolution 2020-34 Regarding Hazardous Duty Leave (HDL) for Essential Employees to Offset COVID-19 Impacts
Resolution
Adopted, as amended
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
As your Board is aware, our ad hoc committee has been working to define HDL, first authorized in Resolution 2020-34 and this past week, we had the opportunity to meet with your department heads regarding the intent of this leave.
The department heads overwhelmingly conveyed that an HDL benefit for essential employees that is less than the Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) benefit presently afforded to non-essential employees will serve as a disincentive to our dedicated workforce that is working continuously during the disaster, not only as disaster responders but also to provide critical County services essential to our continuity of operations.
With this in mind, our committee has returned to your Board with the recommendation that HDL be made available to essential employees, as a limited, one-time benefit of 80 hours, equal to the 80 hours of paid time non-essential employees are receiving while sheltering in place.
To receive HDL, essential employees would first complete the required form, to be approved by the department head. Through our payroll system, HDL would then be made available to approved employees for use. HDL time off requests would be subject to approval by the department depending on disaster response and/or critical operations needs. On June 30, 2021, approved employees would receive a cash out of up to 40 hours of any unused balance, paid at the employee's hourly rate on the date the health emergency was first declared.
If all essential employees retain 40 hours of HDL (equivalent to 1.93% of work time for the year) and are cashed out on June 30, 2021, the total estimated object code 01-11 (salary & wages-permanent) cost based on 2018-2019 actuals is $916,375, of which $363,607 would be General Fund, with the remainder covered by the self-funded departments. Alternatively, if we project costs based on what is budgeted for 2019-2020 (which assumes all positions are filled despite our ongoing 20%+ vacancy rate) the total estimated cost would be $1,080,848, of which $413,791 would be General Fund, with the remainder covered by the self-funded departments. If HDL is approved by your Board, staff intends to use salary savings to cover the cost and will re-evaluate at midyear during the 2020/2021 Fiscal Year Budget. Comparatively, the cost of lost productivity resulting from EPSL @ 80 hour each for non-essential employees during the Shelter in Place Order (SIP), with approximately 200 employees requesting EPSL to date, is still being determined given that the SIP remains in place and approvals are ongoing.
____________________________________________________________________________
Recommended Action
(a) Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2020-34 Regarding Hazardous Duty Leave (HDL) for Essential Employees to Offset COVID-19 Impacts.
(b) Authorize the County Administrative Officer to meet and confer with labor groups.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: BOS Ad hoc committee:
Chairman Simon, District 2 Supervisor Sabatier and CAO Carol Huchingson
Subject: Consideration of Resolution Amending Resolution 2020-34 Regarding Hazardous Duty Leave (HDL) for Essential Employees to Offset COVID-19 Impacts
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
As your Board is aware, our ad hoc committee has been working to define HDL, first authorized in Resolution 2020-34 and this past week, we had the opportunity to meet with your department heads regarding the intent of this leave.
The department heads overwhelmingly conveyed that an HDL benefit for essential employees that is less than the Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) benefit presently afforded to non-essential employees will serve as a disincentive to our dedicated workforce that is working continuously during the disaster, not only as disaster responders but also to provide critical County services essential to our continuity of operations.
With this in mind, our committee has returned to your Board with the recommendation that HDL be made available to essential employees, as a limited, one-time benefit of 80 hours, equal to the 80 hours of paid time non-essential employees are receiving while sheltering in place.
To receive HDL, essential employees would first complete the required form, to be approved by the department head. Through our payroll system, HDL would then be made available to approved employees for use. HDL time off requests would be subject to approval by the department depending on disaster response and/or critical operations needs. On June 30, 2021, approved employees would receive a cash out of up to 40 hours of any unused balance, paid at the employee's hourly rate on the date the health emergency was first declared.
If all essential employees retain 40 hours of HDL (equivalent to 1.93% of work time for the year) and are cashed out on June 30, 2021, the total estimated object code 01-11 (salary & wages-permanent) cost based on 2018-2019 actuals is $916,375, of which $363,607 would be General Fund, with the remainder covered by the self-funded departments. Alternatively, if we project costs based on what is budgeted for 2019-2020 (which assumes all positions are filled despite our ongoing 20%+ vacancy rate) the total estimated cost would be $1,080,848, of which $413,791 would be General Fund, with the remainder covered by the self-funded departments. If HDL is approved by your Board, staff intends to use salary savings to cover the cost and will re-evaluate at midyear during the 2020/2021 Fiscal Year Budget. Comparatively, the cost of lost productivity resulting from EPSL @ 80 hour each for non-essential employees during the Shelter in Place Order (SIP), with approximately 200 employees requesting EPSL to date, is still being determined given that the SIP remains in place and approvals are ongoing.
____________________________________________________________________________
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☒ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
(a) Adopt Resolution Amending Resolution No. 2020-34 Regarding Hazardous Duty Leave (HDL) for Essential Employees to Offset COVID-19 Impacts.
(b) Authorize the County Administrative Officer to meet and confer with labor groups.
(a) Supervisor Sabatier offered the Resolution as amended, and it passed by roll call vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott and Simon
Noes: Supervisor Brown
(b) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, authorized the County Administrative Officer to meet and confer with labor groups and requested a report on the approved Hazardous Duty Leave (HDL) for Essential Employees by September 2020. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Discussion and Review of Master Broadband Plan with Potential Action
Action Item
approved
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The Upstate California Connect Consortium has been working closely with the Economic Development Corporation of Lake County and Business Attraction and Retention Committee to create a Lake County Master Broadband Plan. This plan has been completed since November. While it's been some time since it's been completed, now seems an opportune moment to review this master plan.
We are all aware that rural communities struggle to connect all of its residents to the internet which can make education, work, and leisure more difficult to do from our homes. This shelter in place has pushed and tested the limits of our broadband infrastructure in Lake County as many of our students access their work online or share video conferencing with their classmates. Many of our employees for the County of Lake have moved their work from their office to their homes and many others in our communities have done the same. While we have shown that working remotely is not an unattainable amenity it is, however, still not where it should be for all.
As noted in the summary of this master plan, better access to broadband and faster broadband speeds can provide a benefit to Education, Health Care, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Tribal Communities, Emergency Services, and more.
I bring this to you for both discussion and action. The action can be direction to staff, or the action can be to approve or deny this plan. The importance of this plan may not change things for the next calendar day, but it can provide a better solution for the following years. The UCCC is also a great asset in obtaining grants so that we can access the funds required to make some of the changes needed in our communities. Part of government's role is to set up the platforms for economic development by which businesses and companies can succeed. By approving this document or directing staff to make changes to the document, we would be providing a pathway to better economic development in the future and better resilience for our community during times of disaster where staying home because of the threat of fires, smoke, or a pandemic, we can still maintain a level of productivity that allows us to keep a sense of normalcy.
Recommended Action
Approve the Master Broadband Plan for Lake County.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Bruno Sabatier, District 2 Supervisor
Subject: Discussion and Review of Master Broadband Plan with Potential Action
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
The Upstate California Connect Consortium has been working closely with the Economic Development Corporation of Lake County and Business Attraction and Retention Committee to create a Lake County Master Broadband Plan. This plan has been completed since November. While it's been some time since it's been completed, now seems an opportune moment to review this master plan.
We are all aware that rural communities struggle to connect all of its residents to the internet which can make education, work, and leisure more difficult to do from our homes. This shelter in place has pushed and tested the limits of our broadband infrastructure in Lake County as many of our students access their work online or share video conferencing with their classmates. Many of our employees for the County of Lake have moved their work from their office to their homes and many others in our communities have done the same. While we have shown that working remotely is not an unattainable amenity it is, however, still not where it should be for all.
As noted in the summary of this master plan, better access to broadband and faster broadband speeds can provide a benefit to Education, Health Care, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Tribal Communities, Emergency Services, and more.
I bring this to you for both discussion and action. The action can be direction to staff, or the action can be to approve or deny this plan. The importance of this plan may not change things for the next calendar day, but it can provide a better solution for the following years. The UCCC is also a great asset in obtaining grants so that we can access the funds required to make some of the changes needed in our communities. Part of government's role is to set up the platforms for economic development by which businesses and companies can succeed. By approving this document or directing staff to make changes to the document, we would be providing a pathway to better economic development in the future and better resilience for our community during times of disaster where staying home because of the threat of fires, smoke, or a pandemic, we can still maintain a level of productivity that allows us to keep a sense of normalcy.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☒ Infrastructure ☒ Technology Upgrades
☒ Economic Development ☐ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: Approve the Master Broadband Plan for Lake County.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the Master Broadband Plan for Lake County. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board and gave a PowerPoint presentation. Deputy County Administrative Officer Michelle Scully spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak and Lake County Chamber CEO Melissa Fulton spoke. No one else wished to speak and the public in put portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of Letter to Lake County’s Congressional Delegation Regarding Emergency Coronavirus Relief Funding and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Action Item
approved as amended
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
Last week, the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) requested Lake County take urgent action to support their advocacy efforts with our Congressional delegation to optimize the latest set of Emergency Coronavirus Relief measures.
As your Board is aware, and as was raised by Supervisor Sabatier during your April 14 meeting, Counties with populations below 500,000 were not eligible for direct funding under the CARES Act (P.L. 116-136). CSAC is asking we join their efforts to ensure direct assistance is available to Counties in subsequent legislation, and that future measures will recognize Counties are mandated to provide Public Health services to residents of the incorporated Cities within their borders, as well as those in the unincorporated areas.
Because of the urgency of the request, at Chairman Simon's direction, I sent a letter under my own cover, indicating it would be followed by a letter from your Board.
Staff recommends your Board approve the attached Letter, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve Letter to Lake County's Congressional Delegation Regarding Emergency Coronavirus Relief Funding and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Consideration of Letter to Lake County's Congressional Delegation Regarding Emergency Coronavirus Relief Funding and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
Last week, the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) requested Lake County take urgent action to support their advocacy efforts with our Congressional delegation to optimize the latest set of Emergency Coronavirus Relief measures.
As your Board is aware, and as was raised by Supervisor Sabatier during your April 14 meeting, Counties with populations below 500,000 were not eligible for direct funding under the CARES Act (P.L. 116-136). CSAC is asking we join their efforts to ensure direct assistance is available to Counties in subsequent legislation, and that future measures will recognize Counties are mandated to provide Public Health services to residents of the incorporated Cities within their borders, as well as those in the unincorporated areas.
Because of the urgency of the request, at Chairman Simon's direction, I sent a letter under my own cover, indicating it would be followed by a letter from your Board.
Staff recommends your Board approve the attached Letter, and authorize the Chair to sign.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action: Approve Letter to Lake County's Congressional Delegation Regarding Emergency Coronavirus Relief Funding and Authorize the Chair to Sign
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved as amended the Letter to Lake County’s Congressional Delegation Regarding Emergency Coronavirus Relief Funding and Authorized the Chair to Sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of Temporary Policy Requiring County Employees to Wear Masks in County Facilities as a Precautionary Measure due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Action Item
approved
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
As your Board is aware, on April 13, 2020, the Lake County Public Health Officer issued guidance in which he strongly encouraged masking when in public to limit the spread of COVID-19.
http://health.co.lake.ca.us/Assets/Departments/Health/Public+Health+Division/COVID-19/Masking+Strongly+Encouraged+When+in+Public.pdf
During the COVID-19 pandemic, to promote the safety and well-being of our employees and of the public, staff is recommending your Board adopt temporary policy requiring County employees wear masks in County facilities when they are working with the public. Masks will be provided by the County to employees. Specific details of the policy are described in the attached draft. It is proposed that the policy remain in effect until terminated by your Board.
This policy is being brought forward for the consideration of your Board as one component of plans being developed to enhance safety in County facilities during the pandemic, which will also include gloves being made available to employees, placement of touchless hand sanitizer dispensers and more.
Recommended Action
Approve Temporary Policy Requiring County Employees to Wear Masks in County Facilities when working with the Public in concept, authorizing the Human Resources Director to meet and confer with our labor groups.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Consideration of Temporary Policy Requiring County Employees to Wear Masks in County Facilities as a Precautionary Measure due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
As your Board is aware, on April 13, 2020, the Lake County Public Health Officer issued guidance in which he strongly encouraged masking when in public to limit the spread of COVID-19.
http://health.co.lake.ca.us/Assets/Departments/Health/Public+Health+Division/COVID-19/Masking+Strongly+Encouraged+When+in+Public.pdf
During the COVID-19 pandemic, to promote the safety and well-being of our employees and of the public, staff is recommending your Board adopt temporary policy requiring County employees wear masks in County facilities when they are working with the public. Masks will be provided by the County to employees. Specific details of the policy are described in the attached draft. It is proposed that the policy remain in effect until terminated by your Board.
This policy is being brought forward for the consideration of your Board as one component of plans being developed to enhance safety in County facilities during the pandemic, which will also include gloves being made available to employees, placement of touchless hand sanitizer dispensers and more.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☒ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
Approve Temporary Policy Requiring County Employees to Wear Masks in County Facilities when working with the Public in concept, authorizing the Human Resources Director to meet and confer with our labor groups.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved the Temporary Policy Requiring County Employees to Wear Masks in County Facilities as a Precautionary Measure due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke. Public Services Director Lars Ewing and Sheriff Brian Martin spoke.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.5Consideration of Proposed Findings of Fact and Decision in the Appeal of Todd Hosfelt (AB-19-05)
Action Item
approved
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Crandell
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Brown: aye Crandell: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
Pursuant to your Board's Statement of Intended Decision in the above matter on March
10, 2020, I have prepared the attached Findings of Fact to support your Board's intended decision.
If the Findings of Fact are acceptable to you, I would recommend that you take the following two actions:
1. Move to approve the Findings of Fact and authorize the Chair to Sign; and
2. Move to deny the appeal.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
If the Findings of Fact are acceptable to you, I would recommend that you take the following two actions:
1. Move to approve the Findings of Fact and authorize the Chair to Sign; and
2. Move to deny the appeal.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: April 21, 2020
To: The Honorable Moke Simon, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Anita L. Grant, County Counsel
Subject: Consideration of Proposed Findings of Fact and Decision in the Appeal of Todd Hosfelt (AB-19-05)
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
Pursuant to your Board's Statement of Intended Decision in the above matter on March
10, 2020, I have prepared the attached Findings of Fact to support your Board's intended decision.
If the Findings of Fact are acceptable to you, I would recommend that you take the following two actions:
1. Move to approve the Findings of Fact and authorize the Chair to Sign; and
2. Move to deny the appeal.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 and/or Fiscal Crisis Management Plan (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Infrastructure ☐ Technology Upgrades
☐ Economic Development ☐ Disaster Recovery ☐ County Workforce ☐ Revenue Generation
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake ☐ Cost Savings
If request for exemption from competitive bid in accordance with County Code Chapter 2 Sec. 2-38, fill in blanks below:
Which exemption is being requested?
How long has Agreement been in place?
When was purchase last rebid?
Reason for request to waive bid?
Recommended Action:
If the Findings of Fact are acceptable to you, I would recommend that you take the following two actions:
1. Move to approve the Findings of Fact and authorize the Chair to Sign; and
2. Move to deny the appeal.
(a) On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, approved Findings of Fact and authorized the Chair to Sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
(b) On motion of Supervisor Crandell, and by vote of the Board, denied the appeal of Todd Hosfelt (AB-19-05). The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Supervisors Sabatier, Crandell, Scott, Brown and Simon
Clerk’s notes: County Counsel Anita Grant presented the item to the Board.
Chair Simon asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.