Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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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 temporarily postponing the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties ordinarily associated with late payments.
Action Item
Motion carried · 2 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(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) I am requesting our Board consider temporarily postponing the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties ordinarily associated with late payments.
Recommended Action
(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item.
(b) I recommend our Board temporarily postpone the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties which would ordinarily be associated with late payments.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Bruno Sabatier, District 2 Supervisor
Subject: EXTRA ITEM: (a) Consideration of "extra" agenda item, and, (b) consideration of temporarily postponing the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties ordinarily associated with late payments.
Executive Summary:
(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) I am requesting our Board consider temporarily postponing the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties ordinarily associated with late payments.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☒ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
(a) I request that the Board take action by motion to accept this item for consideration as an "extra" agenda item.
(b) I recommend our Board temporarily postpone the impending due date for cannabis tax payments and suspend penalties which would ordinarily be associated with late payments.
a) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, approved taking this item up as an Extra Item as it came up after the posting of the agenda and needs to be taken up before the next available agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
b) On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, postponed the due date for cannabis tax payments to May 15, 2022 and suspend the 25% late payment penalty during the postponement; and, directed staff to develop additional options for cannabis tax relief, within the purview of the Board, for discussion as soon as possible. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: a) Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke via Zoom: Jennifer Smith and Patty Lanier. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
b) Supervisor Sabatier presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant and County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Tony Van Purdy, Richard Derum, and Tyler. The following people spoke via Zoom: Nara Dahlbacka, Sam De La Paz, Patty Lanier, and Julia Jacobson. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
5.1Adopt Resolution Appointing Katherine Vanderwall as Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures for a Four-year Term effective February 12, 2022
Resolution
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 (recovered from the archived minutes)
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
State law requires that the Board of Supervisors appoint the County Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures to a four-year term. Katherine Vanderwall was appointed by your Board on January 11, 2022 to be effective February 12, 2022, upon retirement of the current County Agricultural Commissioner.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Appointing Katherine Vanderwall as Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures for a Four-year Term effective February 12, 2022.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Adopt Resolution Appointing Katherine Vanderwall as Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures for a Four-year Term effective February 12, 2022
Executive Summary:
State law requires that the Board of Supervisors appoint the County Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures to a four-year term. Katherine Vanderwall was appointed by your Board on January 11, 2022 to be effective February 12, 2022, upon retirement of the current County Agricultural Commissioner.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution Appointing Katherine Vanderwall as Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures for a Four-year Term effective February 12, 2022.
5.2Approve Revisions to the Smartphone Stipend Policy
Action Item
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The purpose of this policy is to provide a smartphone monetary stipend to specific County employees who have demonstrated the need to utilize such a device on a regular basis as part of their job duties. The specific group of County employees eligible for the stipend shall be limited to members of the Board of Supervisors, Elected Officials, Department Heads, and County Management employees who have demonstrated such a need and have been approved for the stipend by the County Administrative Officer.
The revisions to this policy are updates to the title and verbiage used that is now outdated. This update will also authorize the CAO to approve a stipend to other County employees with specific work responsibilities related to the provision of County-related emergency services.
Recommended Action
Approve Revisions to the Smartphone Stipend Policy.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Approve Revisions to the Smartphone Stipend Policy
Executive Summary:
The purpose of this policy is to provide a smartphone monetary stipend to specific County employees who have demonstrated the need to utilize such a device on a regular basis as part of their job duties. The specific group of County employees eligible for the stipend shall be limited to members of the Board of Supervisors, Elected Officials, Department Heads, and County Management employees who have demonstrated such a need and have been approved for the stipend by the County Administrative Officer.
The revisions to this policy are updates to the title and verbiage used that is now outdated. This update will also authorize the CAO to approve a stipend to other County employees with specific work responsibilities related to the provision of County-related emergency services.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Approve Revisions to the Smartphone Stipend Policy.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled from the agenda and continued to a future date.
5.3a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as Agreement is tied to current 3-Year Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan; and b) Consideration of the Agreement between the County of Lake and Resource Development Associates for the Community Planning Program (CPP) Process and former Innovations project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350 and authorize the Board Chair to sign the Agreement
Agreement
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: nay Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: nay Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) has previously contracted with Resource Development Associates for assistance with MHSA three year plans and updates, including the present plan encompassing Fiscal Years 2020-2023. Additionally, RDA has provided the evaluation and assistance on the Innovation Pathways project. Therefore, LCBHS desires to contract with RDA in order to receive their assistance with the Community Planning Program process and the evaluation process for the Pathways project for Fiscal Years 2021-23.
This agreement was delayed due to invoice settlements from the previous fiscal year and administrative staffing changes at RDA. LCBHS will be utilizing the RFP process at the end of the current 3-year MHSA plan on all MHSA agreements, including this one. LCBHS is requesting approval of the Agreement with Resource Development Associates for the MHSA Community Planning Program process and the Pathways Project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350.
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ?Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
? Economic Development ? Infrastructure ? County Workforce
? Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake
Recommended Action
a) Waive the formal bidding process pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.2, as Agreement is tied to current 3-Year Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan; and b) Approve the Agreement between the County of Lake and Resource Development Associates for the Community Planning Program (CPP) Process and former Innovations project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350 and authorize the Board Chair to sign the Agreement.
| Estimated Cost | $112,350 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $112,350 |
Original memo text
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Todd Metcalf, MPA, Director Behavioral Health Services
Subject: a) Waive the formal bidding process pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.2, as Agreement is tied to current 3-Year Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan; and b) Consideration of the Agreement between the County of Lake and Resource Development Associates for the Community Planning Program (CPP) Process and former Innovations project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350 and authorize the Board Chair to sign the Agreement
Executive Summary:
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) has previously contracted with Resource Development Associates for assistance with MHSA three year plans and updates, including the present plan encompassing Fiscal Years 2020-2023. Additionally, RDA has provided the evaluation and assistance on the Innovation Pathways project. Therefore, LCBHS desires to contract with RDA in order to receive their assistance with the Community Planning Program process and the evaluation process for the Pathways project for Fiscal Years 2021-23.
This agreement was delayed due to invoice settlements from the previous fiscal year and administrative staffing changes at RDA. LCBHS will be utilizing the RFP process at the end of the current 3-year MHSA plan on all MHSA agreements, including this one. LCBHS is requesting approval of the Agreement with Resource Development Associates for the MHSA Community Planning Program process and the Pathways Project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _$112,350_ Amount Budgeted: _$112,350_ Additional Requested: ___N/A__ Future Annual Cost: __ N/A___
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ? Not applicable
? Well-being of Residents ? Public Safety ?Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
? Economic Development ? Infrastructure ? County Workforce
? Community Collaboration ? Business Process Efficiency ? Clear Lake
Recommended Action: a) Waive the formal bidding process pursuant to Lake County Code Section 38.2, as Agreement is tied to current 3-Year Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan; and b) Approve the Agreement between the County of Lake and Resource Development Associates for the Community Planning Program (CPP) Process and former Innovations project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350 and authorize the Board Chair to sign the Agreement.
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Waived the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as Agreement is tied to current 3-Year Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan; and Approved Agreement between the County of Lake and Resource Development Associates for the Community Planning Program (CPP) Process and former Innovations project for Fiscal Years 2021-23 for a contract maximum of $112,350 and authorized the Board Chair to sign the Agreement. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Simon, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled for further discussion.
Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf presented the item to the Board. Deputy Behavioral Health Director Elise Jones spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.4a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as it is not in the public interest due to the unique nature of goods or services; and b) Consideration of Agreement Between New Life Health Authority dba New Life, LLC. for Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Drug Free Services, Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services, and Narcotic Treatment Program Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22, not to exceed $400,000 and authorize the Board Chair to sign
Agreement
pulled on consent
Motion carried
Carried 4-1 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: nay Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: nay Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The contract now before the Board represents a trail blazing effort in expanding services to Lake County Medi-Cal beneficiaries with Substance Use Disorder Treatment needs with a particular focus on Tribal members. New Life Clinic has opened their doors in Mendocino County to provide Intensive Outpatient Treatment services (OTP), Outpatient Drug Free services (ODF) , and Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) services for both Tribal and non-tribal beneficiaries of Lake as a Tribal Compact Clinic. Tribal Contract or Compact Health Centers (also called a 638 contract or compact) are operated by Tribes or Tribal organizations and Urban Indian Health Centers and are outpatient health care programs and facilities that specialize in caring for American Indians and Alaska natives.
The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) of 1975 authorized the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, and some other government agencies to enter into contracts with, and make grants directly to, federally recognized Indian tribes. The ISDEAA, also known as P.L. 93-638, authorizes Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations to contract for the administration and operation of certain Federal programs which provide services to Indian Tribes and their members: https://www.ihs.gov/odsct/title1/
LCBHS, as a current Drug Medi-Cal provider, is required to provide NTP services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. This is an entitlement service, which means there need be no authorization by LCBHS by a client or clinic to receive services. As such, since New Life Clinic opened in August 2021, there have already been beneficiaries who sought out and received these services. Because beneficiaries have a choice of NTP providers and we cannot deny payment or services to providers of NTP services, this contract and the services therein does not fall under the competitive bidding process. It is important to note that OTP and ODF services are usually provided as part of a treatment package with NTP services, and as such they are included in this contract. Beyond this, there is no other NTP provider in Lake or Mendocino Counties, let alone a Tribal 638 provider. This is an incredible opportunity and benefit to our community.
A unique opportunity of Tribal 638 clinics is that the cost of services for Tribal members and Medi-Cal beneficiaries is 100% reimbursable by DHCS via state and federal funding. The rate sheet in the contract references the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) encounter rate for services, which is subject to change. Attached is DHCS all plan letter 17-020 which describes the OMB rate and the responsibility of Managed Care Plans.
Recommended Action
a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as it is not in the public interest due to the unique nature of goods or services; and b) Consideration of Agreement between New Life Health Authority dba New Life, LLC. for Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Drug Free Services, Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services, and Narcotic Treatment Program Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22, not to exceed $400,000 and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $400,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $400,000 |
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Todd Metcalf, MPA, Director Behavioral Health Services
Subject: a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as it is not in the public interest due to the unique nature of goods or services; and b) Consideration of Agreement between New Life Health Authority dba New Life, LLC. for Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Drug Free Services, Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services, and Narcotic Treatment Program Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22, not to exceed $400,000 and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
Executive Summary:
The contract now before the Board represents a trail blazing effort in expanding services to Lake County Medi-Cal beneficiaries with Substance Use Disorder Treatment needs with a particular focus on Tribal members. New Life Clinic has opened their doors in Mendocino County to provide Intensive Outpatient Treatment services (OTP), Outpatient Drug Free services (ODF) , and Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) services for both Tribal and non-tribal beneficiaries of Lake as a Tribal Compact Clinic. Tribal Contract or Compact Health Centers (also called a 638 contract or compact) are operated by Tribes or Tribal organizations and Urban Indian Health Centers and are outpatient health care programs and facilities that specialize in caring for American Indians and Alaska natives.
The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) of 1975 authorized the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, and some other government agencies to enter into contracts with, and make grants directly to, federally recognized Indian tribes. The ISDEAA, also known as P.L. 93-638, authorizes Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations to contract for the administration and operation of certain Federal programs which provide services to Indian Tribes and their members: https://www.ihs.gov/odsct/title1/
LCBHS, as a current Drug Medi-Cal provider, is required to provide NTP services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. This is an entitlement service, which means there need be no authorization by LCBHS by a client or clinic to receive services. As such, since New Life Clinic opened in August 2021, there have already been beneficiaries who sought out and received these services. Because beneficiaries have a choice of NTP providers and we cannot deny payment or services to providers of NTP services, this contract and the services therein does not fall under the competitive bidding process. It is important to note that OTP and ODF services are usually provided as part of a treatment package with NTP services, and as such they are included in this contract. Beyond this, there is no other NTP provider in Lake or Mendocino Counties, let alone a Tribal 638 provider. This is an incredible opportunity and benefit to our community.
A unique opportunity of Tribal 638 clinics is that the cost of services for Tribal members and Medi-Cal beneficiaries is 100% reimbursable by DHCS via state and federal funding. The rate sheet in the contract references the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) encounter rate for services, which is subject to change. Attached is DHCS all plan letter 17-020 which describes the OMB rate and the responsibility of Managed Care Plans.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _$400,000_ Amount Budgeted: _$400,000_ Additional Requested: __N/A___ Future Annual Cost: __N/A___
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: a) Waive the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as it is not in the public interest due to the unique nature of goods or services; and b) Consideration of Agreement between New Life Health Authority dba New Life, LLC. for Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Drug Free Services, Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services, and Narcotic Treatment Program Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22, not to exceed $400,000 and authorize the Board Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, Waived the formal bidding process, pursuant to the Lake County Code Section 38.2, as it is not in the public interest due to the unique nature of goods or services; and Approved Agreement Between New Life Health Authority dba New Life, LLC. for Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Drug Free Services, Intensive Outpatient Treatment Services, and Narcotic Treatment Program Services for Fiscal Year 2021-22, not to exceed $400,000 and authorized the Board Chair to sign. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Simon, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled for further discussion.
Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf presented the item to the Board. Jennifer Kent, April Giambra, Bob Kershner, and County Counsel Anita Grant spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.5Approve Agreement between County of Lake and Adventist Health St. Helena and Vallejo for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 for a maximum compensation of $300,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
pulled on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization is a highly structured level of care designed to meet the needs of individuals who have emotional and behavioral manifestations that put them at risk of harm to self or others, or otherwise render them unable to care for themselves. Inpatient Psychiatric Acute Hospitalization services are an entitlement for Medi-Cal beneficiaries. And, regardless of insurance status, Mental Health Plans are financially responsible for County residents admitted to an Acute Psychiatric Hospital or Institute of Mental Disease (IMD) facility per California Code of Regulations � 1810.350: https://govt.westlaw.com/calregs/Document/IA4DA4B20E2E211DF8104A9E3DFB5B3E7?contextData=%28sc.Default%29&bhcp=1&transitionType=Default
The Crisis Team at LCBHS works diligently to place clients as quickly as possible and uses the most up-to-date hospital list from the Department of Health Care Services. It is important to note that the number of beds available in California is markedly limited, and finding a bed can be a challenge. Attached to this item is the most recent list of licensed Institutions for Mental Disease from the Department of Health Care Services, for reference. From 1995 to 2017, California saw a 27% reduction in the number of acute psychiatric hospital beds while the population increased by about 25%, see the most recent annual report from the California Hospital Association: https://calmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CHA-Psych-Bed-Data-Report-Sept.-2018.pdf
Acute Psychiatric Hospitals and IMDs have up to one year to submit an invoice for a client. This contract represents invoices dating back to August 2021. We have been working with the contractor to generate this contract since October and it went through editing with both the County and Adventist's legal team, which delayed the process. In years' past, we have had a separate contract for both Adventist facilities and engaged in single-year Agreements. The Agreement now before the Board includes both Adventist facilities with whom we place clients and spans two fiscal years, decreasing the administrative burden for the County and Department.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement between County of Lake and Adventist Health St. Helena and Vallejo for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 for a maximum compensation of $300,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $300,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $300,000 |
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Todd Metcalf, MPA, Director Behavioral Health Services
Subject: Approve Agreement between County of Lake and Adventist Health St. Helena and Vallejo for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 for a maximum compensation of $300,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
Executive Summary:
Acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization is a highly structured level of care designed to meet the needs of individuals who have emotional and behavioral manifestations that put them at risk of harm to self or others, or otherwise render them unable to care for themselves. Inpatient Psychiatric Acute Hospitalization services are an entitlement for Medi-Cal beneficiaries. And, regardless of insurance status, Mental Health Plans are financially responsible for County residents admitted to an Acute Psychiatric Hospital or Institute of Mental Disease (IMD) facility per California Code of Regulations � 1810.350: https://govt.westlaw.com/calregs/Document/IA4DA4B20E2E211DF8104A9E3DFB5B3E7?contextData=%28sc.Default%29&bhcp=1&transitionType=Default
The Crisis Team at LCBHS works diligently to place clients as quickly as possible and uses the most up-to-date hospital list from the Department of Health Care Services. It is important to note that the number of beds available in California is markedly limited, and finding a bed can be a challenge. Attached to this item is the most recent list of licensed Institutions for Mental Disease from the Department of Health Care Services, for reference. From 1995 to 2017, California saw a 27% reduction in the number of acute psychiatric hospital beds while the population increased by about 25%, see the most recent annual report from the California Hospital Association: https://calmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CHA-Psych-Bed-Data-Report-Sept.-2018.pdf
Acute Psychiatric Hospitals and IMDs have up to one year to submit an invoice for a client. This contract represents invoices dating back to August 2021. We have been working with the contractor to generate this contract since October and it went through editing with both the County and Adventist's legal team, which delayed the process. In years' past, we have had a separate contract for both Adventist facilities and engaged in single-year Agreements. The Agreement now before the Board includes both Adventist facilities with whom we place clients and spans two fiscal years, decreasing the administrative burden for the County and Department.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _$300,000_ Amount Budgeted: _$300,000_ Additional Requested: __N/A__ Future Annual Cost: _ N/A__
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Approve Agreement between County of Lake and Adventist Health St. Helena and Vallejo for Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services and Professional Services Associated with Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalizations for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 for a maximum compensation of $300,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
This item was pulled and continued to the February 1, 2022 Board of Supervisors Meeting.
Clerk’s notes: This item was pulled for further discussion.
Behavioral Health Director Todd Metcalf presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
5.6Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Program Based Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2021-26 at no additional cost, and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) and the Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) entered into a fully executed Agreement on 10/06/2022. This Agreement formalized the roles and responsibilities of each party as it pertains to the award of the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant by the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MSHOAC).
When the grant was awarded, the scope of work was reviewed and assessed with the current needs of the student population of Lake County, as it had been some time since the original application had been submitted. Through this review, it became evident that changes needed to be made to the Scope of Work for this grant funding, particularly as it relates to program sustainability. It is important to both LCBHS and LCOE that the services and supports established through this grant funding do not disappear once grant funding is over.
In order to accomplish sustainability, LCBHS and LCOE agreed that mental health services provided at school sites eventually become Medi-Cal reimbursable, with LCBHS as the pass-through for the Department of Health Care Services. In order for services rendered through the grant to be eligible for Medi-Cal reimbursement, they must be provided by qualified staff and the school sites must be Medi-Cal site certified. This Amendment represents the first phase of this plan, and thus changes the staffing allocations associated with the grant. Both parties will work on identifying Medi-Cal sites for certification over the coming years.
LCBHS submitted a budget revision reflecting these proposed staffing changes to the MHSOAC which was approved on 10/29/2021. Importantly, these staffing changes did not impact or change the budget; monies were simply shifted.
Recommended Action
Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Program Based Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2021-26 at no additional cost, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Todd Metcalf, MPA, Director Behavioral Health Services
Subject: Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Program Based Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2021-26 at no additional cost, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Executive Summary:
Lake County Behavioral Health Services (LCBHS) and the Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) entered into a fully executed Agreement on 10/06/2022. This Agreement formalized the roles and responsibilities of each party as it pertains to the award of the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant by the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MSHOAC).
When the grant was awarded, the scope of work was reviewed and assessed with the current needs of the student population of Lake County, as it had been some time since the original application had been submitted. Through this review, it became evident that changes needed to be made to the Scope of Work for this grant funding, particularly as it relates to program sustainability. It is important to both LCBHS and LCOE that the services and supports established through this grant funding do not disappear once grant funding is over.
In order to accomplish sustainability, LCBHS and LCOE agreed that mental health services provided at school sites eventually become Medi-Cal reimbursable, with LCBHS as the pass-through for the Department of Health Care Services. In order for services rendered through the grant to be eligible for Medi-Cal reimbursement, they must be provided by qualified staff and the school sites must be Medi-Cal site certified. This Amendment represents the first phase of this plan, and thus changes the staffing allocations associated with the grant. Both parties will work on identifying Medi-Cal sites for certification over the coming years.
LCBHS submitted a budget revision reflecting these proposed staffing changes to the MHSOAC which was approved on 10/29/2021. Importantly, these staffing changes did not impact or change the budget; monies were simply shifted.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: __N/A___ Amount Budgeted: _N/A___ Additional Requested: _N/A__ Future Annual Cost: N/A
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education for the Mental Health Student Services Act Grant Program Based Specialty Mental Health Services for Fiscal Year 2021-26 at no additional cost, and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.7(a) Adopt Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Non-Competitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program; and (b) Adopt Resolution of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Competitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program
Resolution
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As the Board of Supervisors is aware, the County has been working towards creating permanent supportive living apartments at 6853 Collier Avenue in Nice in partnership with Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC). Funding for that project involves leveraging housing funds from the Mental Health Services Act and the No Place Like Home (NPLH) program, both obtained from the Behavioral Health Services department. Further, NPLH funding is also now available to add to the project and LCBHS, as the administrative entity for the Lake County Continuum of Care, is applying for this funding. There are two sources of NPLH funds: competitive and noncompetitive. These funds are to be used to house those with mental health conditions and include supportive services. The two Resolutions now before the Board will authorize LCBHS to apply for and receive these funds and enter into standard agreements for the use thereof.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolutions of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Competitive and Non-Competitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program and Authorize the Board Chair to sign.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Todd Metcalf, MPA, Director Behavioral Health Services
Subject: Consideration of Resolutions of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Competitive and Non-Competitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program.
Executive Summary:
As the Board of Supervisors is aware, the County has been working towards creating permanent supportive living apartments at 6853 Collier Avenue in Nice in partnership with Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC). Funding for that project involves leveraging housing funds from the Mental Health Services Act and the No Place Like Home (NPLH) program, both obtained from the Behavioral Health Services department. Further, NPLH funding is also now available to add to the project and LCBHS, as the administrative entity for the Lake County Continuum of Care, is applying for this funding. There are two sources of NPLH funds: competitive and noncompetitive. These funds are to be used to house those with mental health conditions and include supportive services. The two Resolutions now before the Board will authorize LCBHS to apply for and receive these funds and enter into standard agreements for the use thereof.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _N/A__ Amount Budgeted: _ N/A___ Additional Requested: __ N/A___ Future Annual Cost: _ N/A__
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolutions of the Lake County Board of Supervisors Authorizing Acceptance of the County of Lake Competitive and Non-Competitive Allocation Award Under the No Place Like Home Program and Authorize the Board Chair to sign.
5.8Approve Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes December 21, 2021
Minutes
passed on consent
5.9Approve Lease for Commercial Property Located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport, CA from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 @ $2100 per month and Authorize the Chair to Sign
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Health Services has identified the need for additional work space to house the planned expansion to the COVID Response/Mitigation staff. The permanent solution to accommodate the additional staff will be to remodel the Bevins building file room into pod workspaces. This remodel effort will also include an upgrade to the HVAC system to ensure OSHA ventilation requirements are met for staff that will be assigned to this area. Health Services is currently working with Public Services to initiate this process. Unfortunately due to the project requiring multiple vendor quotes, backlogged scheduling of projects, and the large task of upgrading the HVAC, we anticipate this remodel to take up to one year to complete.
Originally, we selected another space in Lakeport, but had to change our plans after it was determined that said space was not ADA compliant. The property we are requesting your approval to lease is located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport, in the plaza located by the old bowling alley. The property is 1400 square feet, is ADA compliant, and structured into the needed several individual office spaces. No repairs/remodel will be required for this space to be habitable. Additionally, because this space is turnkey ready the Department can still meet its projected timeline. The additional square footage of this space will allow for the new staff to have some storage area on premises, and allow a more functional workstation area for drop in Bevins staff. The cost of the lease from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 is $2100 per month, with the option to renew if needed.
In addition to this property being the most cost effective option of recent properties toured and requiring no repair/remodel to move in, it is also still under 1 mile away from the Bevins building. In fact this location is even closer than the previous property. This proximity ensures that staff at both locations can easily engage due to the minimal time involved traveling between locations.
This requested space rental and the Bevins file room remodel are fully funded through the ELC Expansion grant, and have been budgeted accordingly.
Recommended Action
Approve Lease for Commercial Property Located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 @ $2100 per month and authorize the Chair to Sign.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Jen Baker, Health Services Interim Deputy Director, on behalf of Carol J. Huchingson, Interim Health Services Director
Subject: Approve Lease for Commercial Property Located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 @ $2100 per month and authorize the Chair to Sign
Executive Summary:
Lake County Health Services has identified the need for additional work space to house the planned expansion to the COVID Response/Mitigation staff. The permanent solution to accommodate the additional staff will be to remodel the Bevins building file room into pod workspaces. This remodel effort will also include an upgrade to the HVAC system to ensure OSHA ventilation requirements are met for staff that will be assigned to this area. Health Services is currently working with Public Services to initiate this process. Unfortunately due to the project requiring multiple vendor quotes, backlogged scheduling of projects, and the large task of upgrading the HVAC, we anticipate this remodel to take up to one year to complete.
Originally, we selected another space in Lakeport, but had to change our plans after it was determined that said space was not ADA compliant. The property we are requesting your approval to lease is located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport, in the plaza located by the old bowling alley. The property is 1400 square feet, is ADA compliant, and structured into the needed several individual office spaces. No repairs/remodel will be required for this space to be habitable. Additionally, because this space is turnkey ready the Department can still meet its projected timeline. The additional square footage of this space will allow for the new staff to have some storage area on premises, and allow a more functional workstation area for drop in Bevins staff. The cost of the lease from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 is $2100 per month, with the option to renew if needed.
In addition to this property being the most cost effective option of recent properties toured and requiring no repair/remodel to move in, it is also still under 1 mile away from the Bevins building. In fact this location is even closer than the previous property. This proximity ensures that staff at both locations can easily engage due to the minimal time involved traveling between locations.
This requested space rental and the Bevins file room remodel are fully funded through the ELC Expansion grant, and have been budgeted accordingly.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☒ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Approve Lease for Commercial Property Located at 858 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport from 2/1/22 through 2/28/23 @ $2100 per month and authorize the Chair to Sign.
5.10Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 to provide a School Resource Officer to Kelseyville Unified in the amount of $43,000 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year and an automatic renewal for one additional Fiscal Year in the amount of $86,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Lake County Probation enjoys a very positive relationship with our local school districts and has sought to increase our involvement with school aged youth. Kelseyville Unified School District (KUSD) is interested in contracting with the Probation Department for the purpose of a School Resource Officer (SRO).
KUSD wishes to formalize a Memorandum of Understanding for the purpose of assigning a School Resource Officer to their campus. They have funding available to pay $86,000.00 per complete Fiscal Year ($43,000.00 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year), which equates to approximately 92% of the cost of a full time DPO. As this is a service we want to provide, and have provided, without the funding, this MOU would represent a great benefit for Lake County.
The Lake County Probation Department has adequate staffing to commit a School Resource Officer to the Kelseyville Unified School District.
Please consider this as my request for the Board of Supervisors to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District and authorize the Chair to sign.
Recommended Action
Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 to provide a School Resource Officer to Kelseyville Unified in the amount of $43,000 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year and an automatic renewal for one additional Fiscal Year in the amount of $86,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Rob Howe, Chief Probation Officer
Subject: Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 to provide a School Resource Officer to Kelseyville Unified in the amount of $43,000 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year and an automatic renewal for one additional Fiscal Year in the amount of $86,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Lake County Probation enjoys a very positive relationship with our local school districts and has sought to increase our involvement with school aged youth. Kelseyville Unified School District (KUSD) is interested in contracting with the Probation Department for the purpose of a School Resource Officer (SRO).
KUSD wishes to formalize a Memorandum of Understanding for the purpose of assigning a School Resource Officer to their campus. They have funding available to pay $86,000.00 per complete Fiscal Year ($43,000.00 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year), which equates to approximately 92% of the cost of a full time DPO. As this is a service we want to provide, and have provided, without the funding, this MOU would represent a great benefit for Lake County.
The Lake County Probation Department has adequate staffing to commit a School Resource Officer to the Kelseyville Unified School District.
Please consider this as my request for the Board of Supervisors to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District 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 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Lake and the Kelseyville Unified School District for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 to provide a School Resource Officer to Kelseyville Unified in the amount of $43,000 for the first pro-rated Fiscal Year and an automatic renewal for one additional Fiscal Year in the amount of $86,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.11Approve Agreement Between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education for Probation Family Services, for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 for an amount not to exceed $75,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
Agreement
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Family Wraparound, or Wrap, services is a strengths-based planning process that occurs in a team setting to engage with children, youth, and their families. Wrap shifts focus away from a traditional service-driven, problem-based approach of care and instead follows a strengths-based, needs-driven approach. The intent is to build on individual and family strengths to help families achieve positive goals and improve well-being. Wrap is also a team-driven process. From the start, a child and family team is formed and works directly with the family as they identify their own needs and strengths. The team develops a service plan that describes specific strategies for meeting the needs identified by the family. The service plan is individualized, with strategies that reflect the child and family's culture and preferences. Family Wrap is intended to allow children to live and grow up in a safe, stable, permanent family environment. For youth involved in, or at risk of being involved in, the criminal justice system, the Wraparound process can:
* Enhance strengths by creating a strength-based intervention plan with a child and family team;
* Promote youth and parent involvement with family voice, choice, and preference;
* Use community-based services;
* Create independence and stability;
* Provide services that fit a child and family's identified needs, culture, and preferences;
* Create one plan to coordinate responses in all life domains; and
* Focus on achieving positive goals.
The Lake County Probation Department has, in the past, partnered with the Department of Social Services to provide Family Wrap Services. We have had great success with the program and believe it be an extremely valuable tool. Unfortunately, due to state budget cuts, Lake County Department of Social Services is no longer able to provide these services. The Lake County Office of Education is experienced and has highly trained individuals capable of continuing this program.
Recommended Action
Approve Agreement between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education for Probation Family Services, for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 for an amount not to exceed $75,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $75,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $75,000 |
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Rob Howe, Chief Probation Officer
Subject: Approve Agreement between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education for Probation Family Services, for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 for an amount not to exceed $75,000 and authorize the Chair to sign
Executive Summary:
Family Wraparound, or Wrap, services is a strengths-based planning process that occurs in a team setting to engage with children, youth, and their families. Wrap shifts focus away from a traditional service-driven, problem-based approach of care and instead follows a strengths-based, needs-driven approach. The intent is to build on individual and family strengths to help families achieve positive goals and improve well-being. Wrap is also a team-driven process. From the start, a child and family team is formed and works directly with the family as they identify their own needs and strengths. The team develops a service plan that describes specific strategies for meeting the needs identified by the family. The service plan is individualized, with strategies that reflect the child and family's culture and preferences. Family Wrap is intended to allow children to live and grow up in a safe, stable, permanent family environment. For youth involved in, or at risk of being involved in, the criminal justice system, the Wraparound process can:
* Enhance strengths by creating a strength-based intervention plan with a child and family team;
* Promote youth and parent involvement with family voice, choice, and preference;
* Use community-based services;
* Create independence and stability;
* Provide services that fit a child and family's identified needs, culture, and preferences;
* Create one plan to coordinate responses in all life domains; and
* Focus on achieving positive goals.
The Lake County Probation Department has, in the past, partnered with the Department of Social Services to provide Family Wrap Services. We have had great success with the program and believe it be an extremely valuable tool. Unfortunately, due to state budget cuts, Lake County Department of Social Services is no longer able to provide these services. The Lake County Office of Education is experienced and has highly trained individuals capable of continuing this program.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ___$75,000_____ Amount Budgeted: _$75,000_______ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Approve Agreement between the County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education for Probation Family Services, for the period of February 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022 for an amount not to exceed $75,000 and authorize the Chair to sign.
5.12Approve late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe in the amount of $1,026 for K9 training held in Ontario, Ca and authorize Auditor to pay
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Sheriff's Department requests approval of a late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe. Deputy McCabe attended K-9 Narcotic's Detection Training in Southern California from September 5, 2021 through October 12, 2021. Due to circumstances beyond his control, his paperwork was not received until after the 60 day timeframe had been exceeded.
This claim in being paid from the Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture budget 2214 and there is no cost to the county.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
Approve late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe in the amount of $1,026 for K9 training held in
Ontario, Ca and authorize Auditor to pay.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner
Subject: Approve late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe in the amount of $1,026 for K9 training held in Ontario, Ca and authorize Auditor to pay
Executive Summary:
The Sheriff's Department requests approval of a late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe. Deputy McCabe attended K-9 Narcotic's Detection Training in Southern California from September 5, 2021 through October 12, 2021. Due to circumstances beyond his control, his paperwork was not received until after the 60 day timeframe had been exceeded.
This claim in being paid from the Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture budget 2214 and there is no cost to the county.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Approve late travel claim for Deputy Matt McCabe in the amount of $1,026 for K9 training held in
Ontario, Ca and authorize Auditor to pay.
5.13a) Approve Gun Violence Reduction Program (GVRP) Grant Award in the amount of $277,373; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff and Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Department of Justice
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has been awarded a California Department of Justice, Gun Violence Reduction Program grant, pending the acceptance by the Lake County Board of Supervisors.
The purpose of the Gun Violence Reduction Program grant, is to support local law enforcement agencies in conducting activities related to the seizure of weapons and ammunition from persons who are prohibited from possessing them, including efforts based upon entries in the California Department of Justice's Armed Prohibited Persons System (APPS).
The focus of the assigned deputy sheriff will be the enforcement of California firearms laws and the removal of firearms and ammunition from prohibited persons.
The awarded amount, $277,373, will fund 75% of the following costs; one deputy sheriff position, 75 hours overtime, equipment to include a laptop, mifi and cell phone monthly service, $900 mileage reimbursement per month and 5% administrative costs as outlined in the attached Lake County Sheriff[s Office_GVRP Budget-2021-22-1. The remaining 25% of costs will be paid through the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201. $47,993 of this amount is being allocated during the mid-year budget update as well as the allocation of an additional deputy sheriff position. Since the entire amount of the funding has been received, the remaining amount will need to be carried over in the FY2022/23 and FY2023/24 budget cycles.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
a) Approve Gun Violence Reduction Program (GVRP) Grant Award in the amount of $277,373; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff and Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Department of Justice.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner
Subject: a) Approve Gun Violence Reduction Program (GVRP) Grant Award in the amount of $277,373; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff and Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Department of Justice
Executive Summary:
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has been awarded a California Department of Justice, Gun Violence Reduction Program grant, pending the acceptance by the Lake County Board of Supervisors.
The purpose of the Gun Violence Reduction Program grant, is to support local law enforcement agencies in conducting activities related to the seizure of weapons and ammunition from persons who are prohibited from possessing them, including efforts based upon entries in the California Department of Justice's Armed Prohibited Persons System (APPS).
The focus of the assigned deputy sheriff will be the enforcement of California firearms laws and the removal of firearms and ammunition from prohibited persons.
The awarded amount, $277,373, will fund 75% of the following costs; one deputy sheriff position, 75 hours overtime, equipment to include a laptop, mifi and cell phone monthly service, $900 mileage reimbursement per month and 5% administrative costs as outlined in the attached Lake County Sheriff[s Office_GVRP Budget-2021-22-1. The remaining 25% of costs will be paid through the Sheriff/Coroner budget 2201. $47,993 of this amount is being allocated during the mid-year budget update as well as the allocation of an additional deputy sheriff position. Since the entire amount of the funding has been received, the remaining amount will need to be carried over in the FY2022/23 and FY2023/24 budget cycles.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: a) Approve Gun Violence Reduction Program (GVRP) Grant Award in the amount of $277,373; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff and Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Department of Justice.
5.14a) Approve Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and b) authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to sign the Acknowledgement Letter
Action Item
passed on consent
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has been advised of available Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in the amount of $68,979. The Lake County Jail staff has identified where the funding should be allocated and an adjustment has been made to our mid year budget.
This funding is intended to detect, diagnose, trace, and monitor COVID-19 infections, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in confinement facilities. Funding for these activities is covered for the period August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2024. CDPH will reimburse the County quarterly for expenditures made in accordance with the grant guidelines.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
a) Approve Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and b) authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to sign the Acknowledgement Letter
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner
Subject: a) Approve Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and (b) authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to sign the Acknowledgement Letter.
Executive Summary: The Lake County Sheriff's Office has been advised of available Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in the amount of $68,979. The Lake County Jail staff has identified where the funding should be allocated and an adjustment has been made to our mid year budget.
This funding is intended to detect, diagnose, trace, and monitor COVID-19 infections, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in confinement facilities. Funding for these activities is covered for the period August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2024. CDPH will reimburse the County quarterly for expenditures made in accordance with the grant guidelines.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: a) Approve Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Detection and Mitigation of Covid 19 in Confinement Facilities funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and b) authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to sign the Acknowledgement Letter
5.15Approve First Amendment to the Contract with Prentice Long for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in the Amount of $30,000 Per Year, From February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2024, and Authorize the Chair to Sign.
Agreement
passed on consent
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On August 31, 2020, the Department of Social Services (DSS) posted Request for Proposals #20-21 for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in accordance with County Code, and only two responses were received. Prentice Long, a municipal law firm, was chosen by panelists as the preferred Contractor. On March 9, 2021, your Board approved the original contract, authorizing Prentice Long to provide Labor Negotiation Consultant services at an affordable rate of $175/hour, and in partnership with DSS, they have worked to advance the goals of the In-Home Support Services (IHSS) program. Prentice Long provides services to a variety of other Counties and has successfully established practices and methods to ensure the prompt provision of quality services, and also guarantees attorneys remain knowledgeable and up to date on current municipal law. DSS wishes to extend the Contract by two years, in accordance with Section 2.38, 38.2 (3)B of County Ordinance 3109 which requires a new RFP be issued for these services after 3 years. This Amendment makes no other changes to the original Contract.
Recommended Action
Approve First Amendment to the Contract with Prentice Long for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in the amount of $30,000 per year, from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2024, and authorize the Chair to sign.
| Estimated Cost | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | $30,000 |
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Crystal Markytan, Director, Social Services
Subject: Approve First Amendment to the Contract with Prentice Long for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in the amount of $30,000 per year, from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2024, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Executive Summary:
On August 31, 2020, the Department of Social Services (DSS) posted Request for Proposals #20-21 for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in accordance with County Code, and only two responses were received. Prentice Long, a municipal law firm, was chosen by panelists as the preferred Contractor. On March 9, 2021, your Board approved the original contract, authorizing Prentice Long to provide Labor Negotiation Consultant services at an affordable rate of $175/hour, and in partnership with DSS, they have worked to advance the goals of the In-Home Support Services (IHSS) program. Prentice Long provides services to a variety of other Counties and has successfully established practices and methods to ensure the prompt provision of quality services, and also guarantees attorneys remain knowledgeable and up to date on current municipal law. DSS wishes to extend the Contract by two years, in accordance with Section 2.38, 38.2 (3)B of County Ordinance 3109 which requires a new RFP be issued for these services after 3 years. This Amendment makes no other changes to the original Contract.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _$30,000___ Amount Budgeted: _$30,000 __ Additional Requested: _______ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Approve First Amendment to the Contract with Prentice Long for Public Authority Labor Negotiations in the amount of $30,000 per year, from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2024, and authorize the Chair to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved Consent Agenda Items 5.1 through 5.15 with the exception of items 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 which were pulled for further discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
6. Timed Items
6.19:05 A.M. - Public Input
Clerk’s notes: Public Members Betsy Cawn and Julia Bono spoke.
6.29:06 A.M. - Consideration of Update on COVID-19
Presentation
Staff memo
Executive Summary
(include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
I am requesting an opportunity to provide your Board with a brief update on COVID-19.
Recommended Action
Report Only
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Public Health
Subject: 9:06 A.M. - Consideration of Update on COVID-19
Executive Summary: (include fiscal and staffing impact narrative):
I am requesting an opportunity to provide your Board with a brief update on COVID-19.
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: Report Only
Report Only.
Clerk’s notes: Dr. Charlie Evans presented a PowerPoint Presentation to the Board. Health Services Director Jonathan Portney spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people spoke via Zoom: Christina Robertson, Nicky Hind, Julia Bono, Elaine Zacher, Will Tuttle, Tom Slaight, Nara Dahlbacka, and Jeremy Rarick. The following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Helena. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.39:40 A.M. - (a) Consideration of a Follow-Up Presentation by Sonoma Clean Power Chief Executive Officer, Geof Syphers, on a Geothermal Opportunity Zone (GeoZone); (b) Consideration of a Resolution Establishing County Membership in the Sonoma Lake Mendocino Opportunity Zone
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
As your Board will recall, on November 2, Sonoma Clean Power's Chief Executive Officer, Geof Syphers, introduced the idea of cross-jurisdictional collaboration surrounding exploration of new baseload renewable energy technologies through a "Geothermal Opportunity Zone" (GeoZone). Sonoma Clean Power's Board authorized creation of the GeoZone on October 7, 2021.
Emerging technologies have the capacity to produce energy while utilizing markedly less water than was previously required. Baseload renewables, including traditional and new closed loop geothermal, are also expected to be of increasing import in the State's energy portfolio, as projects such as the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant are decommissioned in coming years.
Lake County has long been home to Calpine's "The Geysers" facility, and portions of our County are rich in the natural attributes conducive to effective geothermal production. Opportunity therefore exists to encourage job creation, and even generate County revenue, by promoting new geothermal development.
Geof Syphers is again present, to provide further information and respond to any questions you may have. Sonoma Clean Power likewise prepared the attached informational Memo.
Staff recommends your Board Adopt the attached Resolution, joining the GeoZone, in the interests of Lake County maintaining a strong connection to this valuable energy opportunity exploration initiative, and further developing partnerships with key neighbors Sonoma Clean Power, Sonoma County and Mendocino County.
For your awareness, Mendocino County has already joined, and Sonoma County's Board is expected to consider joining in February.
Recommended Action
(a) Follow-up informational report. No action.
(b) Adopt the Resolution Establishing County Membership in the Sonoma Lake Mendocino Geothermal Opportunity Zone ("GeoZone").
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Subject: (a) Consideration of a Follow-Up Presentation by Sonoma Clean Power Chief Executive Officer, Geof Syphers, on a Geothermal Opportunity Zone (GeoZone); (b) Consideration of a Resolution Establishing County Membership in the Sonoma Lake Mendocino Opportunity Zone.
Executive Summary:
As your Board will recall, on November 2, Sonoma Clean Power's Chief Executive Officer, Geof Syphers, introduced the idea of cross-jurisdictional collaboration surrounding exploration of new baseload renewable energy technologies through a "Geothermal Opportunity Zone" (GeoZone). Sonoma Clean Power's Board authorized creation of the GeoZone on October 7, 2021.
Emerging technologies have the capacity to produce energy while utilizing markedly less water than was previously required. Baseload renewables, including traditional and new closed loop geothermal, are also expected to be of increasing import in the State's energy portfolio, as projects such as the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant are decommissioned in coming years.
Lake County has long been home to Calpine's "The Geysers" facility, and portions of our County are rich in the natural attributes conducive to effective geothermal production. Opportunity therefore exists to encourage job creation, and even generate County revenue, by promoting new geothermal development.
Geof Syphers is again present, to provide further information and respond to any questions you may have. Sonoma Clean Power likewise prepared the attached informational Memo.
Staff recommends your Board Adopt the attached Resolution, joining the GeoZone, in the interests of Lake County maintaining a strong connection to this valuable energy opportunity exploration initiative, and further developing partnerships with key neighbors Sonoma Clean Power, Sonoma County and Mendocino County.
For your awareness, Mendocino County has already joined, and Sonoma County's Board is expected to consider joining in February.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☒ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
(a) Follow-up informational report. No action.
(b) Adopt the Resolution Establishing County Membership in the Sonoma Lake Mendocino Geothermal Opportunity Zone ("GeoZone").
Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution and it failed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 1 - Pyska
Nays- Supervisor: 4 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson introduced the item to the Board. Deputy County Administrative Officer Matthew Rothstein presented the item to the Board. Geof Syphers, Ryan Tracey, and County Counsel Anita Grant spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Tom Slaight. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
6.49:45 A.M. - Public Hearing (Continued from January 11, 2022) Consideration of Resolution Regarding Vacating a Roadway known as Dillard Avenue
Public Hearing
Staff memo
Executive Summary
A Resolution of Intent to vacate a roadway known as Dillard Avenue was adopted by your Board on December 7, 2021 establishing today's hearing. All required notices were posted.
Ms. Laurie Dohring, owner of Bell Haven, LLC in the Kelseyville area, has petitioned the Board of Supervisors (Board) for the vacation of the roadway known as Dillard Avenue (CR#502BD). The portion to be vacated is approximately 400 feet in length and extends from the intersection with Hohape Ave. (CR#502BA) northerly to its terminus at Soda Bay Drive.
Ms. Dohring's request for the vacation is based on the following from her letter: absence of public necessity, persistent theft, personal, family and public safety concerns and added financial burdens associated with all the above. Her letter and application as well as responses from various residents and agencies are also attached.
On November 18, 2021, the Planning Commission heard the request for the vacation and found it in conformity with the Lake County General Plan. During this public hearing there was no public opposition to the proposed vacation.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
If the Board finds, from all evidence presented by interested persons, that Dillard Avenue being vacated as described in Exhibit "A" is unnecessary for present of prospective public use then the Board may adopt the Resolution of Vacation.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2021
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Scott De Leon, Public Works Director
Subject: 9:45 A.M. - Public Hearing (Continued from January 11, 2022) Consideration of Resolution Regarding Vacating a Roadway known as Dillard Avenue
Executive Summary:
A Resolution of Intent to vacate a roadway known as Dillard Avenue was adopted by your Board on December 7, 2021 establishing today's hearing. All required notices were posted.
Ms. Laurie Dohring, owner of Bell Haven, LLC in the Kelseyville area, has petitioned the Board of Supervisors (Board) for the vacation of the roadway known as Dillard Avenue (CR#502BD). The portion to be vacated is approximately 400 feet in length and extends from the intersection with Hohape Ave. (CR#502BA) northerly to its terminus at Soda Bay Drive.
Ms. Dohring's request for the vacation is based on the following from her letter: absence of public necessity, persistent theft, personal, family and public safety concerns and added financial burdens associated with all the above. Her letter and application as well as responses from various residents and agencies are also attached.
On November 18, 2021, the Planning Commission heard the request for the vacation and found it in conformity with the Lake County General Plan. During this public hearing there was no public opposition to the proposed vacation.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
If the Board finds, from all evidence presented by interested persons, that Dillard Avenue being vacated as described in Exhibit "A" is unnecessary for present of prospective public use then the Board may adopt the Resolution of Vacation.
Supervisor Pyska offer the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 4 - Simon, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Nays- Supervisor: 1 - Sabatier
Clerk’s notes: Public Works Director Scott De Leon presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant and Lori Doring spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Jeffrey Mansch. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7. Non-Timed Items
7.1Supervisors’ weekly calendar, travel and reports
7.2Consideration of Resolution Requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Over the past year, the price of cannabis in the legal market has dropped considerably, which has caused widespread concern throughout the industry at both the state and local level. The State imposes a tax at two different levels, with a 15% excise tax on retail sales and a cultivation tax that is charged by the ounce.
As an example, the State cultivation tax equates to $161.28 per pound for dry flower, so as the price of cannabis has fallen that tax is consuming an increasingly disproportionate amount of a cultivator's gross receipts. Depending on the particular price of the cannabis, this cost can be upwards of 30%. Many cultivators have expressed concern that this State tax could erode their margins to the point that their businesses may not be able to survive.
There has been interest expressed in reforming the State's cannabis tax structure by both the Governor and legislators. Local industry groups have distributed a resolution in support of these efforts to local jurisdictions, specifically to support the elimination of the State cultivation tax.
A copy of this resolution is before your Board for its consideration.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution Requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Consideration of Resolution Requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform
Executive Summary:
Over the past year, the price of cannabis in the legal market has dropped considerably, which has caused widespread concern throughout the industry at both the state and local level. The State imposes a tax at two different levels, with a 15% excise tax on retail sales and a cultivation tax that is charged by the ounce.
As an example, the State cultivation tax equates to $161.28 per pound for dry flower, so as the price of cannabis has fallen that tax is consuming an increasingly disproportionate amount of a cultivator's gross receipts. Depending on the particular price of the cannabis, this cost can be upwards of 30%. Many cultivators have expressed concern that this State tax could erode their margins to the point that their businesses may not be able to survive.
There has been interest expressed in reforming the State's cannabis tax structure by both the Governor and legislators. Local industry groups have distributed a resolution in support of these efforts to local jurisdictions, specifically to support the elimination of the State cultivation tax.
A copy of this resolution is before your Board for its consideration.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☒ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution Requesting State Cannabis Cultivation Tax Reform.
Supervisor Pyska offered the resolution as amend and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson introduced the item to the Board. Tax Administrator Patrick Sullivan spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors spoke: Richard Derum, Kristen, Tyler, Helenya, Kristina Torres, and Travis Neto. The following people spoke via Zoom: Michael Colbruno, Patty Lanier, Sean Connell, Sam De La Paz, Sarah Bodnar, Crystal Thomas, Jessica Pender, Ryan Derum, Blair Gue, Jennifer Smith, Nara Dahlbacka, Ray Lanier, and Craig Litwin. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.3Consideration of Suspension of CPI Tax Rate Increase for Cannabis Taxes
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
This year, the various tax rates set by the County's Cannabis Cultivation Tax and Cannabis Businesses Tax will increase according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). During the past year, the price of cannabis in the legal market has dropped considerably, which has caused widespread concern throughout the industry at both the state and local level.
The primary tax burden facing cannabis cultivators stems from the State cannabis taxes. This is especially true in Lake County, where the local cannabis rate is comparatively low. Looking solely at these cultivation taxes, it is estimated that Lake County local taxes make up less than 15 percent of the total taxes owed by a cultivator, a ratio which decreases even further when other taxes are taken into consideration.
While it is difficult to offer significant relief at the local level, given the scope of the State taxes imposed, staff would recommend consideration of suspending further increases to the local cannabis tax for 1 - 2 years. If no action is taken, the County imposed taxes would rapidly increase even as prices remain depressed.
Staff recommends your Board provide direction to staff.
Recommended Action
Provide staff direction.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Consideration of Suspension of CPI Tax Rate Increase for Cannabis Taxes
Executive Summary:
This year, the various tax rates set by the County's Cannabis Cultivation Tax and Cannabis Businesses Tax will increase according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). During the past year, the price of cannabis in the legal market has dropped considerably, which has caused widespread concern throughout the industry at both the state and local level.
The primary tax burden facing cannabis cultivators stems from the State cannabis taxes. This is especially true in Lake County, where the local cannabis rate is comparatively low. Looking solely at these cultivation taxes, it is estimated that Lake County local taxes make up less than 15 percent of the total taxes owed by a cultivator, a ratio which decreases even further when other taxes are taken into consideration.
While it is difficult to offer significant relief at the local level, given the scope of the State taxes imposed, staff would recommend consideration of suspending further increases to the local cannabis tax for 1 - 2 years. If no action is taken, the County imposed taxes would rapidly increase even as prices remain depressed.
Staff recommends your Board provide direction to staff.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☒ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Provide staff direction.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Suspended the CPI Tax Rate Increase for Cannabis Taxes for a period of two years. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson introduced the item to the Board. Tax Administrator Patrick Sullivan presented the item to the Board. County Counsel Anita Grant spoke.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following people present in the Board of Supervisors Chambers spoke: Richard Derum, Kristen, Chris Jennings, Tamara Thorn, Tyler, Mary Draper, and Kristina Torres. The following people spoke via Zoom: Jessica Pender, Patty Lanier, Michael Colbruno, Sam De La Paz, Erin McCarrick, Crystal Thomas, Nikki Carboni, Nara Dahlbacka, Sarah Bodnar, and Julia Jacobson. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.4Consideration of Changes to the Board of Supervisors Annual Calendar for 2022
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Simon
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
On January 11, 2022, your Board took action by motion to cancel the date (January 20, 2022) for your planned in-person Annual Governance Workshop due to the omicron surge and concern that the capacity of your Chambers would be exceeded.
As you know, the Board's Annual Governance Workshop was intended to precede annual evaluations with appointed Department Heads and submittal of department's proposed budgets for the new fiscal year. Special Board Meetings had also be calendared for that purpose on February 3, 2022, February 17, 2022, March 3, 2022 and March 17, 2022.
In light of the postponement of your Annual Governance Workshop, I am recommending your Board also cancel the following Special Board Meetings:
February 3, 2022 and February 17, 2022
Additionally, I am recommending your Board retain your already scheduled Special Board Meeting on March 3, 2022 and hold your Annual Governance Workshop this date, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
I am also recommending your Board retain your already scheduled Special Board Meeting on March 17, 2022 and conduct Department Head evaluations that date as originally planned, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
Finally, for the remainder of evaluations to be conducted prior to the submittal of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budgets, I am recommending your Board simply schedule those evaluations as time allows during your regular Board meetings on March 8, 2022, March 15, 2022 and April 5, 2022, eliminating the need to schedule additional Special Board Meetings.
If your Board is agreeable to these recommendations, staff will populate your calendars accordingly.
Recommended Action
By motion, cancel Special meetings previously calendared for February 3, 2022 and February 17, 2022.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Carol J. Huchingson, County Administrative Officer
Subject: Consideration of Changes to the Board of Supervisors Annual Calendar for 2022
Executive Summary:
On January 11, 2022, your Board took action by motion to cancel the date (January 20, 2022) for your planned in-person Annual Governance Workshop due to the omicron surge and concern that the capacity of your Chambers would be exceeded.
As you know, the Board's Annual Governance Workshop was intended to precede annual evaluations with appointed Department Heads and submittal of department's proposed budgets for the new fiscal year. Special Board Meetings had also be calendared for that purpose on February 3, 2022, February 17, 2022, March 3, 2022 and March 17, 2022.
In light of the postponement of your Annual Governance Workshop, I am recommending your Board also cancel the following Special Board Meetings:
February 3, 2022 and February 17, 2022
Additionally, I am recommending your Board retain your already scheduled Special Board Meeting on March 3, 2022 and hold your Annual Governance Workshop this date, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
I am also recommending your Board retain your already scheduled Special Board Meeting on March 17, 2022 and conduct Department Head evaluations that date as originally planned, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
Finally, for the remainder of evaluations to be conducted prior to the submittal of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budgets, I am recommending your Board simply schedule those evaluations as time allows during your regular Board meetings on March 8, 2022, March 15, 2022 and April 5, 2022, eliminating the need to schedule additional Special Board Meetings.
If your Board is agreeable to these recommendations, staff will populate your calendars accordingly.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☒ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☒ Infrastructure ☒ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☒ Business Process Efficiency ☒ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: By motion, cancel Special meetings previously calendared for February 3, 2022 and February 17, 2022.
On motion of Supervisor Simon, and by vote of the Board, Deleted Special Meeting Dates February 3, 2022 and February 17, 2022 from the Board of Supervisors Calendars. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson presented the item to the Board.
Acting Chair Scott 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 the following Advisory Board Appointments:
Lake County Vector Control
Lake County/City Areawide Planning Council
Lake County Child Care Planning
Appointment
Motion carried · 3 motions
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Lake County Vector Control: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Ron Nagy - Reappointment
Lake County/City Areawide Planning Council: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Timothy Warnement
Law Library Trustee: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Dennis A Fordham - Reappointment
Lake County Child Care Planning: Two (2) Consumer Vacancies, Two (2) Community Representative Vacancies, One (1) Child Care Provider Vacancy, One (1 ) Discretionary Appointee Vacancy
Application received: Soledad Aguayo-Community Representative- Reappointment
Jamie Castaldo-Community Representative - Reappointment
Megan Handy-Child Care Provider - Reappointment
Angel Coppa-Discretionary Appointee - Reappointment
Sulema Perex-Cruz-Consumer - Reappointment
Recommended Action
Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Johanna DeLong, Assistant Clerk of the Board
Subject: Consideration of Advisory Board Appointments
Executive Summary:
Lake County Vector Control: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Ron Nagy - Reappointment
Lake County/City Areawide Planning Council: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Timothy Warnement
Law Library Trustee: One (1) Vacancy
Application received: Dennis A Fordham - Reappointment
Lake County Child Care Planning: Two (2) Consumer Vacancies, Two (2) Community Representative Vacancies, One (1) Child Care Provider Vacancy, One (1 ) Discretionary Appointee Vacancy
Application received: Soledad Aguayo-Community Representative- Reappointment
Jamie Castaldo-Community Representative - Reappointment
Megan Handy-Child Care Provider - Reappointment
Angel Coppa-Discretionary Appointee - Reappointment
Sulema Perex-Cruz-Consumer - Reappointment
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☒ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: Appoint qualified applicants to the specified advisory board.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, appointed Ronald Nagy to the Lake County Vector Control Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, appointed Timothy Warmement to the Lake County/ City Areawide Planning Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Appointed Soledad Aguayo, Jamie Castaldo, Megan Handy, Angel Coppa, and Sulema Perez-Cruz to the Lake County Child Care Planning Board. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: County Administrative Officer introduced the item to the Board.
The appointment of Dennis Fordham to the Law Library Board of Trustees was continued to the following Board Meeting due to an error in item title.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.6Consideration of a Policy to Waive the Fingerprint Rolling Fee normally charged for Applicants for Livescan Fingerprint Checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Pyska
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
Effective January, 2022, Assembly Bill 506 imposed additional safety measures on businesses that provide services to minors, including youth service organizations, to include requiring an administrator, employee, or regular volunteer of the youth service organization to undergo a background check. These background checks are accomplished by performing a "Livescan" fingerprint check which will disclose any arrests and/or convictions that the applicant may have. The process also triggers a "subsequent arrest notification" whereby any future arrests result in notification to the agency.
The goal of this legislation is to ensure that children who participate in such programs are surrounded by safe adults, and prevent children from being victimized, endangered, or abused.
Local youth sports organizations have contacted the Sheriff requesting fee waivers for their employees, administrators, and volunteers for Livescan background checks.
Youth service organizations provide an extremely important service for our most important resource: our youth. Participation in youth sports, scouting, youth civic organizations, and other activities can play a critical role in youth's development by providing them an outlet to burn energy, develop character, strengthen their muscles and their minds, develop social skills, learn the importance and value of teamwork, provide them with positive role models, and to ultimately lead them to be the same positive role models for the next generation.
These programs are not always free, and many children who are economically disadvantaged receive informal scholarships to participate in these activities. The importance of these programs drives such decisions.
Many adults who volunteer their time to serve as coaches, managers, counselors, scorekeepers, umpires, and referees do so without compensation, and do so without expense. Burdening volunteers who are qualified and willing to donate their time by requiring the fees associated with the Livescan process will undoubtedly deter some of those volunteers from participating, thereby denying some of the benefits of youth activities to Lake County's children.
The Sheriff requests your Board's approval to implement a policy to waive the fingerprint rolling fee normally charged for applicants for Livescan fingerprint checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County.
This action will not waive any of the fees required by the Department of Justice for this service.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
Approve policy to waive the fingerprint rolling fee normally charged for applicants for Livescan fingerprint checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner
Subject: Consideration of a Policy to Waive the Fingerprint Rolling Fee normally charged for Applicants for Livescan Fingerprint Checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County
Executive Summary: Effective January, 2022, Assembly Bill 506 imposed additional safety measures on businesses that provide services to minors, including youth service organizations, to include requiring an administrator, employee, or regular volunteer of the youth service organization to undergo a background check. These background checks are accomplished by performing a "Livescan" fingerprint check which will disclose any arrests and/or convictions that the applicant may have. The process also triggers a "subsequent arrest notification" whereby any future arrests result in notification to the agency.
The goal of this legislation is to ensure that children who participate in such programs are surrounded by safe adults, and prevent children from being victimized, endangered, or abused.
Local youth sports organizations have contacted the Sheriff requesting fee waivers for their employees, administrators, and volunteers for Livescan background checks.
Youth service organizations provide an extremely important service for our most important resource: our youth. Participation in youth sports, scouting, youth civic organizations, and other activities can play a critical role in youth's development by providing them an outlet to burn energy, develop character, strengthen their muscles and their minds, develop social skills, learn the importance and value of teamwork, provide them with positive role models, and to ultimately lead them to be the same positive role models for the next generation.
These programs are not always free, and many children who are economically disadvantaged receive informal scholarships to participate in these activities. The importance of these programs drives such decisions.
Many adults who volunteer their time to serve as coaches, managers, counselors, scorekeepers, umpires, and referees do so without compensation, and do so without expense. Burdening volunteers who are qualified and willing to donate their time by requiring the fees associated with the Livescan process will undoubtedly deter some of those volunteers from participating, thereby denying some of the benefits of youth activities to Lake County's children.
The Sheriff requests your Board's approval to implement a policy to waive the fingerprint rolling fee normally charged for applicants for Livescan fingerprint checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County.
This action will not waive any of the fees required by the Department of Justice for this service.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☒ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Approve policy to waive the fingerprint rolling fee normally charged for applicants for Livescan fingerprint checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County.
On motion of Supervisor Pyska, and by vote of the Board, Approved Policy to Waive the Fingerprint Rolling Fee normally charged for Applicants for Livescan Fingerprint Checks when the purpose of the Livescan is to satisfy the requirements to participate in Youth Service Organizations serving the youth of Lake County. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: Sheriff Brian Martin presented the item to the Board.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Helen Mitchem. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.7(a) Consideration of the Purchase of Communications Equipment to be installed at various repeater sites in the amount of $283,000; and (b) Authorize the Sheriff or his designee to issue a purchase order to Dailey Wells Communications
Action Item
Motion carried
Carried 5-0 — moved by Sabatier
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Crandell: aye Pyska: aye Sabatier: aye Scott: aye Simon: aye
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The Lake County Sheriff's Department, in coordination with the Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Approval body, is in the process of upgrading repeater equipment at the Lakeport, Mount Konocti, Kono Tayee, Hunter, Saint Helena, and Seigler sites as well as base radio equipment at Central Dispatch. Funding is approved by State OES (Office of Emergency Services) from the Homeland Security Grants in FY19, FY20 and FY21, and Emergency Management Preparedness Grant (EMPG) American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The funds are allocated in the Sheriff/OES budget 2704. These upgrades will be made incrementally.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is requesting to purchase communications equipment to update the old technology communication repeaters and base radios at Seigler Mountain, Hunter Peak, Mount Konocti, Kono Tayee, Mount Saint Helena, Lakeport, and Central Dispatch. The new technology repeaters will enhance current communications capabilities and infrastructure with the ability to operate under analog-digital and microwave systems. This allows multi-disciplinary/multi-jurisdictional agencies to communicate with local, state and federal agencies during routine and major events within the Lake Op Area. This purchase will include replacing the existing base station radios at Central Dispatch; replacing the existing Sheriff's Office repeaters at the Kono Tayee, Mount Konocti, Mount Saint Helena, and Lakeport repeater sites; replacing existing Lake County Fire repeaters at the Mount Konocti and Lakeport repeater sites; and the Lake County Local Government repeaters at Hunter Peak, Seigler Mountain, and Mount Konocti fire with Tait TB9400's. Total for this purchase is $281,236.17. The State Office of Emergency Services (OES) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have approved all Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) requests with the exception of Central Dispatch which is under review. Funding is provided through our Homeland Security grants for FY-19, FY-20 and FY-21. The Emergency Management Preparedness-ARPA EHP is pending approval from FEMA and State OES.
Bids were sent to five vendors with two vendors submitting sealed bids. Dailey Wells Communication being the low bidder. The bid documents are attached.
All purchases are being paid from the Sheriff/Office of Emergency Services Budget unit 2704, object code 62.74 and is fully funded from State Homeland Security funds so there is no cost to the County for the use of these funds. The ARPA funds have a county match of $60,483 which will be requested through cannabis funding and is included in our mid year budget update.
The Sheriff's Department requests authorization to issue a purchase order not to exceed $283,000 to Dailey Wells Communications.
Not applicable
Recommended Action
(a) Consideration of the purchase of Communications Equipment to be installed at various repeater sites and (b) Authorize the Sheriff or his designee to issue a purchase order to Dailey Wells Communications.
| Estimated Cost | 281,237 |
|---|---|
| Amount Budgeted | 326,229 |
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Brian L. Martin, Sheriff/Coroner/OES Director
Subject: (a) Consideration of the purchase of Communications Equipment to be installed at various repeater sites and (b) Authorize the Sheriff or his designee to issue a purchase order to Dailey Wells Communications
Executive Summary: The Lake County Sheriff's Department, in coordination with the Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Approval body, is in the process of upgrading repeater equipment at the Lakeport, Mount Konocti, Kono Tayee, Hunter, Saint Helena, and Seigler sites as well as base radio equipment at Central Dispatch. Funding is approved by State OES (Office of Emergency Services) from the Homeland Security Grants in FY19, FY20 and FY21, and Emergency Management Preparedness Grant (EMPG) American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The funds are allocated in the Sheriff/OES budget 2704. These upgrades will be made incrementally.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is requesting to purchase communications equipment to update the old technology communication repeaters and base radios at Seigler Mountain, Hunter Peak, Mount Konocti, Kono Tayee, Mount Saint Helena, Lakeport, and Central Dispatch. The new technology repeaters will enhance current communications capabilities and infrastructure with the ability to operate under analog-digital and microwave systems. This allows multi-disciplinary/multi-jurisdictional agencies to communicate with local, state and federal agencies during routine and major events within the Lake Op Area. This purchase will include replacing the existing base station radios at Central Dispatch; replacing the existing Sheriff's Office repeaters at the Kono Tayee, Mount Konocti, Mount Saint Helena, and Lakeport repeater sites; replacing existing Lake County Fire repeaters at the Mount Konocti and Lakeport repeater sites; and the Lake County Local Government repeaters at Hunter Peak, Seigler Mountain, and Mount Konocti fire with Tait TB9400's. Total for this purchase is $281,236.17. The State Office of Emergency Services (OES) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have approved all Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) requests with the exception of Central Dispatch which is under review. Funding is provided through our Homeland Security grants for FY-19, FY-20 and FY-21. The Emergency Management Preparedness-ARPA EHP is pending approval from FEMA and State OES.
Bids were sent to five vendors with two vendors submitting sealed bids. Dailey Wells Communication being the low bidder. The bid documents are attached.
All purchases are being paid from the Sheriff/Office of Emergency Services Budget unit 2704, object code 62.74 and is fully funded from State Homeland Security funds so there is no cost to the County for the use of these funds. The ARPA funds have a county match of $60,483 which will be requested through cannabis funding and is included in our mid year budget update.
The Sheriff's Department requests authorization to issue a purchase order not to exceed $283,000 to Dailey Wells Communications.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: _281,237___ Amount Budgeted: _326,229_______ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☒ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☒ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☐ Economic Development ☒ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action: (a) Consideration of the purchase of Communications Equipment to be installed at various repeater sites and (b) Authorize the Sheriff or his designee to issue a purchase order to Dailey Wells Communications.
On motion of Supervisor Sabatier, and by vote of the Board, Approved Purchase of Communications Equipment to be installed at various repeater sites in the amount of $283,000 and Authorized the Sheriff or his designee to issue a purchase order to Dailey Wells Communications. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: Sheriff Brian Martin presented the item to the Board.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
7.8Consideration of Resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board to approve and direct the Tax Collector to sell, at public auction via internet, tax defaulted property which is subject to the power to sell in accordance with Chapter 7 of part 6 of Division 1, of the California Revenue and Taxation Code and approving sales below minimum price in specified cases.
Resolution
Staff memo
Executive Summary
The attached resolution is being submitted for your review and approval to authorize the Tax Collector to sell, at internet auction, tax defaulted properties due to non-payment of delinquent taxes.
Recommended Action
Adopt resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board to approve and direct the Tax Collector to sell, at public auction via internet, tax defaulted property which is subject to power to sell in accordance with chapter 7 of part 6 of division 1, of the California Revenue and Taxation Code and approving sales below minimum price in specified cases.
Original memo text
Memorandum
Date: January 25, 2022
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Barbara C. Ringen, Treasurer-Tax Collector
Subject: Consideration of Resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board to approve and direct the Tax Collector to sell, at public auction via internet, tax defaulted property which is subject to the power to sell in accordance with Chapter 7 of part 6 of Division 1, of the California Revenue and Taxation Code and approving sales below minimum price in specified cases.
Executive Summary:
The attached resolution is being submitted for your review and approval to authorize the Tax Collector to sell, at internet auction, tax defaulted properties due to non-payment of delinquent taxes.
If not budgeted, fill in the blanks below only:
Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: ________ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
Consistency with Vision 2028 (check all that apply): ☐ Not applicable
☐ Well-being of Residents ☐ Public Safety ☐ Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Recovery
☒ Economic Development ☐ Infrastructure ☐ County Workforce
☐ Community Collaboration ☐ Business Process Efficiency ☐ Clear Lake
Recommended Action:
Adopt resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board to approve and direct the Tax Collector to sell, at public auction via internet, tax defaulted property which is subject to power to sell in accordance with chapter 7 of part 6 of division 1, of the California Revenue and Taxation Code and approving sales below minimum price in specified cases.
Supervisor Crandell offered the resolution and it was passed by roll call vote:
Ayes- Supervisors: 5 - Simon, Sabatier, Crandell, Pyska, and Scott
Clerk’s notes: Treasurer Tax Collector Barbara Ringen presented the item to the Board.
Acting Chair Scott asked if anyone present wished to speak and the following person spoke via Zoom: Justin Baldwin. No one else wished to speak and the public input portion of this item was closed.
8. Closed Session
8.1Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1): Center for Biological Diversity, et al. v. County of Lake
Closed Session Item
8.2Conference with Legal Counsel: Decision Whether to Initiate Litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4) – One potential case
Closed Session Item
Clerk’s notes: The Board reconvened into Regular Session at 4:51 p.m. having taken no action.