Board Of Supervisors — Tuesday, July 15, 2014

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Steve Hajik, Agricultural Commissioner DATE: July 15, 2014 SUBJECT: California Invasive Weed Awareness Week EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The week of July 21-27, 2014 is designated as California Invasive Weed Awareness Week. The purpose of this week is to inform the public of noxious, invasive weeds that exist in Lake County. This year, our 10th Annual Weed Awareness Week tour day will take place at Anderson Marsh State Park on July 22, 2014 from 8:30 am to noon. The tour will show the public examples of noxious, invasive weeds found at Anderson Marsh and throughout Lake County. Check in for the tour starts at 8:15 a.m. at Anderson Marsh; lunch and beverages will be served at the end of the tour. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact our office at 263-0217. Thank you SH/ke ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends your Board adopt a proclamation designating the week of July 21-27, 2014 as California Invasive Weed Awareness Week.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: CAROL J. HUCHINGSON, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 2, 2014 SUBJECT: CONTRACT BETWEEN COUNTY OF LAKE AND HIGH COUNTRY SECURITY FOR SECURITY MONITORING AND TESTING EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In 2013, the Department of Social Services (DSS) requested quotes for security monitoring and testing services. High County Security was chosen as the new vendor to provide those services at all our locations. A one-year contract was signed at that time (7/1/2013 - 6/30/2014). The Department has determined that it is not in the best interest of the Department or the County to request new quotes at this time. Therefore, in lieu of a contract extension, the department wishes to sign a new, two-year contract for the services already mentioned. The new contract period will be from 7/1/2014 - 6/30/2016. FISCAL IMPACT: None Budgeted Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $5,048.00 Amount Budgeted: $5,048.00 Additional Requested: 0 Annual cost if planned for future years: $5,048.00 FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): There is no General Fund cost associated with this contract. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): None ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the contract between County of Lake and High Country Security for security monitoring and testing, and authorize the Chair to sign. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Jennifer Fitts, Deputy Social Services Director Edgar Perez, Program Manager

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: CAROL J. HUCHINGSON, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 1, 2014 SUBJECT: CONTRACT BETWEEN THE LAKE COUNTY AND THE LAKE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION FOR PROBATION FAMILY PRO SERVICES EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Probation Family PRO (Positive Response and Outcomes) provides preventive services to families with youth identified by the Probation Department of being at risk of entering the juvenile justice system. As the recipient of the funding provided for these services, from the California Department of Social Services our Department administers the contract. The funding combines Child Welfare Services Outcome Improvement Project (CWSOIP) and Supportive Therapeutic Options Program (STOP) funds. A required 30% match for the STOP funds will be provided by LCOE using existing staff. The contract with the Lake County Office of Education for these services will be from 7/1/2014 - 6/30/2015. FISCAL IMPACT: None Budgeted Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost:___$36,000.00__________________ Amount Budgeted:_ $36,000.00__________________ Additional Requested:_______0__________________ Annual cost if planned for future years:___N/A_______ FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): There is no General Fund cost associated with this contract. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): None ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the contract between County of Lake and the Lake County Office of Education for Probation Family PRO services. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Kathy Maes, LCDSS Deputy Director Leila Haddad, LCDSS Supervising Analyst

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: GAIL WOODWORTH DATE: JULY 2, 2014 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR OUT OF STATE TRAVEL EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Department of Child Support Services requests your Board's approval of out of state travel for 2 staff members to attend the National Child Support Enforcement Association (NCSEA) annual training conference in Portland, Oregon. A copy of the workshop details is attached. The travel dates are August 10-13, 2014. Child Support Supervisor Deana Clausen and Staff Services Manager Cindy Vanlanen will be attending and the estimated cost is $3,700. This cost is budgeted in this year's budget, 2112/29.50. NCSEA serves child support professionals, agencies, and strategic partners worldwide through professional development, communications, public awareness, and advocacy to enhance the financial, medical and emotional support that parents provide for their children. Our out of state/country case load has increased to 14% of our caseload and it continues to grow. These cases require more specialized handling and knowledge to comply with each state/country requirements. During this three day event, the participants attend presentations and workshops to; enhance their knowledge of interstate/country issues, the latest changes in Federal regulations dealing with custody visitation, invaluable networking, and the most current information on the national strategic plan and how all of these will affect Lake County. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None __Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: Amount Budgeted: Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of out of state travel request.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: CAROL J. HUCHINGSON, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 2, 2014 SUBJECT: LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF LAKE AND GARY AND SHEILA SADA FOR OFFICE SPACE IN LAKEPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Department of Social Services has leased office space at this location, 926 S. Forbes Street in Lakeport, since 2002. This location currently houses staff for our Child Welfare Services branch. The new lease agreement term is from 7/1/2014 - 6/30/2017. The monthly rate is $6,700 for 7500 square feet of space. This equates to approximately $0.89 per square foot, which is a very competitive rate for the area. The standard COLA language provides for annual adjustments up to 90% of CPI. FISCAL IMPACT: None Budgeted Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $80,400.00 Amount Budgeted: $80,400.00 Additional Requested: 0 Annual cost if planned for future years: $80,400.00 FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): There is no County cost associated with this lease agreement. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): None ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Lease Agreement between the County of Lake and Gary and Sheila Sada for office space in Lakeport, and authorize the Chair to sign. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Jennifer Fitts, Deputy Social Services Director Edgar Perez, Program Manager

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Board of Supervisors FROM: Cathy Saderlund Auditor-Controller/ County Clerk DATE: July 3, 2014 SUBJECT: Request for Approval of Agreement with MGT of America, Inc. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Our current agreement with MGT of America, Inc. for SB90 and A-87 consulting services expired on June 30, 2014. In anticipation of expiration of this agreement and after thorough consideration of the need to continue using a consultant for these services a Request for Proposal (RFP) was released in April 2014. This RFP was posted on the County internet, as well as mailed to nine different consultants that either provided one or both of these services. We received responses back from two consultants, MGT of America, Inc. and Maximus, Inc. In March 2014 a review team consisting of the Auditor-Controller and Accountant-Auditor, Miasha Rivas reviewed the proposals and began research to determine the best choice for the County. The cost proposal received from MGT of America, Inc. was $7,500 for SB90 services (an additional $5,000 for any new claims filed) and $7,500 for A-87 Cost Plan services, for a total of $15,000 ($20,000 if any new claims were filed). The cost proposal received from Maximus, Inc. was $10,500 for SB90 services and $14,000 for A-87 Cost Plan services, for a total of $24,500. Inquiries were made to references listed in the proposals received, as well as a sampling of counties that use one or the other of the respondents or perform the services without the use of a consultant. Based on the responses received from our inquiries, cost and our experience with both consultants, it is our recommendation that the County of Lake continue with MGT of America, Inc. for SB90 and A-87 Cost Plan services for fiscal years ending 2015, 2016 and 2017. I respectfully request your approval of the attached agreement. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None _X_Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $15,000 Amount Budgeted: $15,000 Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): $15,000 FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): A-87 - Cost neutral. Consultant cost is absorbed in the cost plan allocation. SB90 -- Allows for claiming recovery of costs for mandated programs. Revenues received as mandates are funded in the State budget. 2014/2015 County revenue estimate based on State budget is $90,000. Current accounts receivable for all SB90 claiming submitted is in excess of two million. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): Use of consultant supports current staffing levels. ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of agreement with MGT of America, Inc.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: JIM BROWN, HEALTH SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 9, 2014 SUBJECT: Request Board Approval of an Agreement for Medical Services in Lake County Detention Facilities with California Forensic Medical Group for FY 2014-2017 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Health Services Department has worked with California Forensic Medical Group since January 1, 1996 to provide medical services for inmates. The County will pay the base sum for FY 2014-2015 of $2,208,185.81 plus $70,885.29 for the county's 50% share of the 1.4 FTE increase to nursing staff that was implemented January 1, 2014 for a total annual cost of $2,279,071.10. The $2,208,185.81 will be the base number for calculations for the following fiscal year. This does not include the 50% county share of the 1.4 FTE. That cost will be determined and added to the base rate each fiscal year for the next three year contract. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None _X_Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $2,279,071.10 Amount Budgeted: $2,279,071.10 Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Your Board's approval is recommended and requested.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: The Honorable Board of Supervisors FROM: Rob Howe, Chief Probation Officer DATE: June 30, 2014 SUBJECT: Bar-O-Boys Ranch contract renewal EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Lake County Probation Department has a long standing contract with the County of Del Norte, Bar-O-Boys Ranch, for long term placement and rehabilitation of male juvenile wards. The current contract (attached) began on July 1, 2011 and expires June 30, 2014. Lake County's cost for this contact, if approved, would be $3,500 per ward per month, not to exceed $50,000 in any one fiscal year. This amount is unchanged from the previous contact. Bar-O-Boys Ranch provides an alternative to the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) for boys who have demonstrated a need for long term confinement and rehabilitation. Their services are essential to the Probation Department's mission to provide evidence based practices and programing to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety. The Ranch is a very successful program aimed at dealing with boys who are very much at risk of reoffending and need structured long-term programming. Many youth offenders are not accepted by the DJJ based solely on their offense. This leaves very few options when dealing with them. The Ranch is the best option and is a placement option we cannot afford to lose. Please consider this as my request to have the Board of Supervisors approve this contract and authorize the Chair to execute it. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None _x_Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $39,600 annually Amount Budgeted: $39,600 Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): $39,600 FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Request the Board to approved the contract and authorize the Cahir to execute it.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: The Honorable Board of Supervisors FROM: Caroline C. Chavez, Public Service Director DATE: June 30, 2014 SUBJECT: Peterson Tractor Equipment Maintenance Contract EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Peterson Tractor Company has provided field maintenance and repair services for the off-road heavy equipment for our Waste Management Division for a number of years as a sole source provider. Their original one-year 2007 contract has been extended by amendments in one-year increments with no rate increase since 2008 with the annual approval of the Board of Supervisors. The Eastlake Landfill is predominantly equipped by Caterpillar for which Peterson Tractor is the locally authorized vendor and service representative. Their expertise and experience for repairing our equipment and providing service at the standard intervals recommended by the industry and the manufacturer continue to make them a sole source provider in this area, and their service and reliability has been excellent for the 7-day-a-week landfill operation. Peterson Tractor has not had an increase in their rates since the 2007 contract, and after negotiations, staff agreed to a 3-year contract with a 5% annual increase for each of the next three years for hourly charges and standard maintenance unit (SMU) services for the equipment. However, Peterson continues charge the same lube truck dispatch rate they have charged for several years if their mechanic is dispatched from Lake County where their mechanic resides. The convenience and responsiveness of this local resource has been important to the ongoing operational requirements. ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends your Board approve the attached three-year contract with Peterson Tractor to June 30, 2016. The contract provides an annual maximum contract amount of $150,000. Charges exceeding the cap may be charged at Peterson's higher public rates unless they agree to continue to charge the contract rate, a situation that rose in the last fiscal year when we had unexpected large repair bills on two pieces of heavy equipment. However, the contract cap normally covers the work required in any given fiscal year. While the last contract expired June 30, 2014, Peterson Tractor has agreed to extend the rates of their last contract until a new contract is negotiated. Thank you for your continued support of our operations.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: CAROL J. HUCHINGSON, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 2, 2014 SUBJECT: CONTRACT BETWEEN COUNTY OF LAKE AND LAKE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER FOR CALWORKS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Since January of 2000, Lake Family Resource Center (LFRC) has been providing mandated domestic violence counseling services to CalWORKs clients. LFRC has also provided our staff domestic violence training throughout that time. LFRC is the only agency within Lake County that provides domestic violence services. In 2008, which was the last time a Request for Proposals was issued for these services, LFRC was the only responder. We are requesting that your Board waive the County Consultant Selection Procedure for domestic violence services and approve a new, three-year contract with LFRC. FISCAL IMPACT: None Budgeted Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost:____$25,000.00_________________ Amount Budgeted:_____ $25,000.00______________ Additional Requested:__________________________ Annual cost if planned for future years:_ $25,000.00___ FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): There is no General Fund cost associated with this contract. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): None ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Waive the County Consultant Selection Procedure for domestic violence services, approve the contract between County of Lake and Lake Family Resource Center, and authorize the Chair to sign. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Jennifer Fitts, Deputy Social Services Director Edgar Perez, Program Manager

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: CAROL J. HUCHINGSON, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR DATE: JULY 2, 2014 SUBJECT: CONTRACT BETWEEN COUNTY OF LAKE AND LAKE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION FOR THE PEDICULOSIS ANTI-LICE PROGRAM EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Our Department has contracted with Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) for lice eradication services for CalWORKs families since May 1999 and the services have been performed satisfactorily. After issuing a Request for Proposal for these services in 2005, 2008, and 2011 and having no other potential providers respond, we are requesting that your Board waive the County Consultant Selection Procedure for the Pediculosis Anti-Lice Program and approve a new, three-year contract with LCOE. FISCAL IMPACT: None Budgeted Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost:____$55,000.00_________________ Amount Budgeted:_____ $55,000.00______________ Additional Requested:__________________________ Annual cost if planned for future years:_ $55,000.00___ FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): There is no County cost associated with this contract. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): None ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Waive the County Consultant Selection Procedure for the Pediculosis Anti-Lice Program, approve the contract between County of Lake and Lake County Office of Education, and authorize the Chair to sign. Thank you for your consideration. cc: Jennifer Fitts, Deputy Social Services Director Edgar Perez, Program Manager

..Title ..Body TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Mark Dellinger DATE: July 2, 2014 SUBJECT: South Main Street/Soda Bay Road Water System - Agreement for Archeological Services EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The project area for this proposed water system contains archeological sites. A cultural resource investigation and report are needed for the CEQA process to move forward. The attached agreement would utilize Archeological Services, Inc., a local consultant located in Kelseyville. Its scope includes the evaluation of six cultural sites, field investigations, and the preparation of a preliminary and final report. To save money and time, Special Districts will make a backhoe and operator available to the consultant to excavate the sites. The time needed for the backhoe work is estimated to be 3 days. Refer to Exhibit "B" of this agreement for more details. The cost for these services is $61,200.15. The existing appropriation in the Special Projects Budget (BU 1781) will cover this expense. We are also proposing to have the consultant prepare a preliminary report as soon as possible (60 days after notice to proceed) after the field investigations are completed and prior to completion of the laboratory analyses. This will save time by allowing the project to be sent out for public review by the Community Development Department rather than waiting an additional thirty days for the final report. The final report will be submitted by the final completion date (105 days) which is estimated to be October 30, 2014. ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends the Board of Supervisors take the following actions: 1. Waive the consultant selection process and determine it is in the County's best interest to select Archeological Services, Inc. due its qualification as a local firm, pre-existing working relationships with the affected tribal governments, and long standing satisfactory work history on County projects. 2. Approve the attached agreement with Archeological Services, Inc. for $61,200.15 and authorize the Chair to sign.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Scott De Leon, Public Works Director DATE: July 2, 2014 SUBJECT: Approval of Amendment 3 to Agreement for Appraisal and Relocation Assistance Services for the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project between Lake County Watershed Protection District and Paragon Partners Ltd. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: We request the Board of Supervisors, sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District (District) authorize the Chairman of the Board to execute Amendment 3 to an Agreement for Appraisal and Relocation Assistance Services for the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project. This item is not anticipated to be controversial, therefore, it may be placed on the Consent Agenda. On March 23, 2004 the District entered into an agreement with the Department of Water Resources for the Flood Protection Corridor Program Grant (5.214 million dollars). Grant funds were frozen in December 2008 due to the State's fiscal problems. The agreement was amended in May 2011 extending the grant and adding additional funds (total funds of 12.714 million dollars). The grant provides funds for the purchase of flood prone properties, from willing sellers in the Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project (Project) area. The Project is one step in the process of restoring damaged habitat and the water quality of the Clear Lake watershed. The grant requires that the acquisition of the real properties and the relocation of the occupants be conducted in the conformance with applicable Federal and State policies and procedures. The State Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act, provides that any public entity may, in order to prevent unnecessary expenses and duplication of functions, and to promote uniform and effective administration of relocation assistance programs, utilize the services of other agencies having an established organization to manage and implement relocation assistance programs. On October 2, 2012, the Board entered into an agreement with Paragon Partners Ltd. to provide acquisition and relocation services for six parcels with homes. On February 6, 2013, Amendment 1 to the Agreement was approved for acquisition of an additional residential parcel. These homes have been appraised, and the properties purchased. Two property owners declined to sell. Due to delays during acquisition, relocation services have not been completed for one property owner. On May 6, 2014 the Agreement was extended from December 31, 2013 to December 31, 2014. We have identified 22 additional parcels with 10 separate property owners for acquisition, see attached map. This includes: * Three residential properties where property owners have rejected previous offers. With residential properties showing an increase in value over the last year, a new appraisal may result in a higher value that will satisfy the seller's needs. * Four parcels that we had appraised last year by a local appraiser; however, the State rejected the appraisals. * Eleven properties that are in tax delinquency as property taxes and assessments have not been paid on most parcels since 2000 in protest to the high State Maintenance Area fees. With purchase of these parcels, delinquent property taxes will be paid. * Four agricultural properties we have not appraised at this point in time. We are requesting that the Board of Supervisors, sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District, authorize the Chairman to sign Amendment 3 to Agreement for Appraisal and Relocation Assistance Services for Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project with Paragon Partners Ltd. at the negotiated cost of $74,700.00. SGD:TRS:trs FISCAL IMPACT: __ None _X_Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: $74,700.00 Amount Budgeted: Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: We are requesting that the Board of Supervisors, sitting as the Board of Directors of the Lake County Watershed Protection District, authorize the Chairman to sign Amendment 3 to Agreement for Appraisal and Relocation Assistance Services for Middle Creek Flood Damage Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Project with Paragon Partners Ltd. at the negotiated cost of $74,700.00.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Mark Dellinger, Special Districts Administrator Tanya Michel, Deputy Administrator - Fiscal Marcy Harrison, Accountant II DATE: June 30, 2014 SUBJECT: Public Hearing & Resolution Confirming Collections of Annual Lighting Fees & Delinquent Water & Sewer Fees EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: PUBLIC HEARING - Sitting concurrently as Clearlake Keys CSA#1, CSA# 2, 6, 7, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, Kelseyville County Water Works District #3, and Lake County Sanitation District, Board of Directors - Consideration of a) Public Hearing & Resolution Confirming collections of Annual Lighting Fees, b) Public Hearing & Resolution Confirming Collections of Delinquent Water Fees, c) Public Hearing & Resolution Confirming Collections of Delinquent Water & Sewer Fees, and d) Public Hearing & Resolution of Delinquent Sewer Fees for Lake County Sanitation District. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None __Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: Amount Budgeted: Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): Collection of Annual Lighting Fees and Delinquent Water and Sewer Fees STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): none ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Open Public Hearing for comment and protest. Approval of Resolutions confirming collections of Annual Water Fees, Delinquent Water and Sewer Fees.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Matt Perry, County Administrative Officer By: Kathy Barnwell, Administrative Analyst Carol Huchingson, Social Services Director By: Edgar Perez, Program Manager DATE: July 7, 2014 SUBJECT: Public Hearing on CDBG Annual Grantee Performance Reports EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) regulations require an annual public hearing to report on the progress of CDBG programs and the submission of a Grantee Performance Report (GPR) for each open grant and program income activity. Basic progress on each CDBG funded activity is provided below. Program Income Activities Housing Rehabilitation RLF Since 1990 the County has received six CDBG grants to fund the housing rehabilitation program. In FY 13/14 the Housing Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) received $19,444 from loan payments, loan payoffs, property sale and interest; spent $955 on miscellaneous expenses; and made $6,184 in loan modifications for expenses incurred in foreclosing on two properties. As of June 30, 2014, the balance of program income is $89,820 and the balance of General Admin is $19,529. In the past year the revolving expenditures made from this fund were necessary to protect and maintain the properties of buyers who defaulted on their loans. CDBG categorizes these expenditures as loan modifications. There were no new loans made this past year. Although applications have been received, the applicants did not need gap financing, as they qualified for loans that covered the full price of their homes. Since property values have remained relatively low in Lake County, many homes can be purchased at an affordable price. Those who can afford to buy these homes normally qualify for full financing through banks and other financial institutions. On the other hand, the County's economy and weak job market prevent many lower income residents from qualifying for any loan. The Owner Occupied Rehabilitation program has attracted a number of individuals interested in the program, but none of them have fully committed to going through the process. In two instances, the potential borrowers lost interest and stopped all communication with program staff. Unfortunately, rather than working on new loans, program staff have had to dedicate their time on issues with loans where borrowers have passed away and there is no next of kin to administer the property, or where borrowers have had the need to have their loans modified to provide them with more flexibility to sell their properties. Staff expects more program and loan activity in FY 14/15, as staff has developed a Memorandum of Understanding with Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC) to work jointly in identifying potential program participants. RCHDC has a long history of working with the low and very-low income population regarding new home purchases and rehabilitation work. Working together with RCHDC should enable the County to provide more loans in each of its programs. Business Expansion & Retention RLF Since 1993, the County has received nine (9) CDBG economic development grants that provided loans to new and expanding businesses to create jobs. Principal and interest payments from these loans are deposited into the Business Expansion & Retention Revolving Loan Fund (RLF). In FY 13/14 this RLF received a total of $46 from interest and $5,550 in loan payments and no expenditures were made. As of June 30, 2014, the total balance in this RLF is $7,510 ($223 prior and current year interest; $1,737 reserved for general administration; and $5,550 from loan payments). Pursuant to CDBG rules, if total program income from grants is less than $35,000 for an entire program year, it is considered "Miscellaneous Revenue" and is not subject to program income reporting requirements. The total program income received from grants in FY 13/14 was $13,450: $7,900 from the Housing Rehab RLF and $5,550 from the Business Expansion & Retention RFL. The County is allowed to transfer these funds on July 1, 2014, to be spent as we wish. It is not anticipated that any business loans will be made from the Business Expansion & Retention RLF because it does not receive any revolving loan payments, and the grant payments received in both Housing Rehab and Business Expansion have been less than $35,000, thus qualifying for transfer to the general fund at the end of each of the last three years. Grant Activities No. 12-CDBG-8395: This grant provides funding for three activities: Street Improvements, Economic Development Planning (Wastewater Treatment Study) and Community Development Planning (Housing/Infrastructure Feasibility Study). Street Improvements Grant No. 12-CDBG-8395 was entered into on December 21, 2012, for the purpose of constructing curb, gutter, sidewalks, bulb outs, crosswalks, bike lanes, drainage improvements and street lights along Highway 20 in Clearlake Oaks. No contracts have been entered into for construction and no funds have been spent. The sum of $1,234,000 is allocated to construction and $148,000 is allocated to Activity Delivery for the construction project. A total of $75,000 is allocated for all general administration for the three segments of this grant. Staff is continuing work on NEPA clearance for the sidewalk project, which has been delayed due to the discovery of Native American Artifacts. Archeological studies are underway in order to identify the scope of area affected and remediation measures required. The plans and specifications for the project are 95% complete and will undergo final modifications upon completion of the NEPA. A series of three public meetings are being held to inform the public and affected property owners about the nature of the improvements and scope of project. ED Planning-Wastewater Treatment Alternatives for Lampson Field Industrial Park: This study will be used as a tool to guide the decision of which wastewater treatment method should be used for the industrial park at Lampson Field. The sum of $48,125 is allocated to fund the study and $1,875 is allocated to activity delivery. The County has pledged an additional $2,500 in matching funds for this study. No funds have been expended at this time; however, a request for proposals is currently being prepared and staff anticipates awarding a contract by August of 2014. CD Planning- Feasibility of a Comprehensive Neighborhood Housing Rehabilitation and Public Infrastructure Improvement Project: This feasibility study is being conducted to attract a developer to participate with the residents in transforming one of Lake County's blighted neighborhoods. The sum of $49,625 is allocated to fund the study and $375 is allocated for activity delivery. The County has pledged an additional $2,500 in matching funds for this study. After issuing a request for proposals, a contract was entered into with Groundwork Institute. A preliminary report was received on June 23, 2014, and staff is reviewing the recommendations and findings. No funds have been expended at this time. ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: No action by your Board is required. Following the close of the public hearing, staff will proceed with the submission of the following Grantee Performance Reports for Program Income Activities, including Housing Rehabilitation RLF, Business Expansion and Retention RLF; and the Grantee Performance Reports for Grant no. 12-CDBG-8395.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Richard Coel, Community Development Director Prepared by Michael Penhall SUBJECT: Notice of Assessment & Lien Hearing for Christopher Whitehead; July 15, 2014 @ 09:35 AM Supervisorial District 5 Date: June 26, 2014 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Notice of Nuisance & Order to Abate 2. Notice of Assessment 3. Proposed Notice of Lien 4. Contractor's Invoice 5. Task Sheet I. PROPERTY OUTLINE: Property Owner: Christopher Pen Whitehead Location: 16200 Bottle Rock Rd., Cobb CA 95426 APN: 050-143-22 Zoning: "SR-WW-FF"- Suburban Reserve, Waterway Combing District & Floodway Fringe Combing District Case #: 13-00635 II. ABATEMENT SUMMARY On April 10, 2014, a Notice of Nuisance & Order to Abate was prepared and posted at 16200 Bottle Rock Rd., Cobb CA and mailed certified to the property owner of record due to the fire damaged structure, open & outdoor storage of miscellaneous trash & debris, pick-up truck bed full of trash and unpermitted sub-standard mobile home. Several complaints had been filed by area residents. The Notice of Nuisance & Order to Abate provided Mr. Whitehead with 30 days; May 12, 2014 to abate the property. Mr Whitehead failed to take action to abate the nuisance conditions On May 22, 2014 the Community Development Department solicited & obtained bids for demolition & clean-up of the aforementioned property. On June 3, 2014 a local contractor was awarded the contract and thereafter demolished the structure, removed the mobile home, pick up bed full of trash & cleaned-up the property. ..Recommended Action III. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Board of Supervisors confirm the assessment of $8,781.46 and direct staff to Record a Notice of Lien against the property. Sample Motion: I move that the assessment of $8,781.46 for nuisance abatement on property located at 16200 Bottle Rock Rd., Cobb, CA, also known as Assessor's Parcel Number 050-143-22, and owned by Christopher Pen Whitehead be confirmed and the Enforcement Official be directed to prepare and have recorded in the office of the Lake County Recorder, a Notice of Lien in the amount of $8,781.46 pursuant to Lake County Ordinance Code Chapter 13, Section 13-43.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Michael Lockett, Chief Building Official Michael Penhall, CDD Technician SUBJECT: Code Enforcement Quarterly Report Date: July 1, 2014 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Code Enforcement Process Flow Chart SUMMARY Staff appreciates the opportunity to update your Board on the accomplishments and goals of the Code Enforcement program over the past quarter and provide an overview of the program implementation goals for the next three months. As this Board is aware, on March 4, 2014, funding was approved for the staffing of an additional Community Development Technician dedicated to the coordination of code enforcement efforts. The purpose of this new position was to assist the Community Development Department through: * increasing efficiency through the creation of a comprehensive code cases tracking system; * reduce case processing time; * increase number of abatements and voluntary compliance; and, * provide increased accountability by providing a single-point of contact for all code enforcement activities. The Community Development Department is happy to report improvements in all of these areas. ACCOMPLISHMENTS Over the past quarter the Community Development Department has strengthened its Code Enforcement Efforts through: * Development of an electronic case tracking system that is able monitor cases from initiation to completion and is accessible to staff in both the Planning and Building Divisions. * Improved customer service with efficient counter and telephone assistance. * More timely processing and review of on-line complaints * Reduction of time-wasting bottlenecks at the Notice of Nuisance and Order to Abate preparation and 30 day compliance inspection stages. (Please see attachment 1-Code Enforcement Process Flow Chart) * Decrease in the need to open new cases due to improved outreach to the property owners resulting in increased voluntary compliance. * Rise in the number of self-abated cases due to increased follow-up site visits by Building Inspectors. * Increased efficiency of abatement process. Due to the restructuring of the nuisance abatement process, approved by this Board in 2012, only appeals and assessments of abatement orders require Board action. This has enabled staff to ensure compliance with the County Zoning Ordinance in a more time-efficient manner. GOALS Code enforcement efforts over the next quarter will focus upon: * Provide greater educational outreach to the property owners and tenants. * Reduction of blight along scenic corridors and within Community Growth Boundaries. * Improvement and streamlining of internal processes related to Assessment and Lien hearings with the goal of bring a minimum of four (4) cases to the Board monthly. * Continue to improve case closure rate. ..Recommended Action

..Title ..Body TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Alan D. Flora, Deputy Administrative Officer DATE: June 30, 2014 SUBJECT: Consideration of Renewal of the County of Lake's participation in the Sonoma/Mendocino/Lake Recycling Market Development Zone EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Lake County has been a participant in the Sonoma/Mendocino/Lake Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ) since 1997. The zone was established by Sonoma and Mendocino Counties in 1994, with Lake joining in later. The RMDZ is a state program to promote industry that uses recyclable materials as feedstock, administered by the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, or CalRecycle. They provide technical assistance and low interest financing to private entities that offer innovative solutions to reducing the waste stream. More information on the RMDZ is available through CalRecycle's website available here (http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/RMDZ/). The RMDZ designation by CalRecycle expires this year and must be renewed through resolutions from each participating jurisdiction. The wording of the resolution meets a variety of statutory requirements. There is no burden on the County for funds or direct administrative support. Adoption of the resolution will make businesses within the unincorporated County eligible for resources from the RMDZ if they meet the criteria of the program. If the resolution isn't adopted, businesses within the County's unincorporated area won't be eligible. To date, local businesses within the County have not taken advantage of the program since Lake County joined many years ago. Part of the reason for this is little knowledge or promotion by the County or other entities within Lake County. This particular program has seen somewhat limited success in Lake County or even the Sonoma/Mendocino/Lake RMDZ. There have been six loans granted for a total of $1.225 million, in Mendocino and Sonoma counties. The program is fairly limited in application, but there are some businesses that may find the program helpful. The lack of a need for direct administrative support for the program makes it an attractive potential economic development tool, particularly when these tools seem to be constantly shrinking. If your Board decides to renew the County's participation in the RMDZ, economic development staff will work with CalRecycle to promote the program to our local businesses. CalRecycle has already offered funding to support promotional efforts. There is more information included in the promotional packet provided to your Board, but two conceptual examples are illustrated here. Lake County has a local truss manufacturer. The organic waste from their operations could be redirected to a local compost facility. CalRecycle could provide funding for equipment to allow the waste wood to be utilized as part of the facility's creation of compost. Staff also understand that the local hospice throws away surplus un-sellable clothing. There may be the potential to sell the clothing to a textile recycler or other operation if funding for the necessary equipment was obtained. The City of Lakeport adopted a resolution renewing their participation in the zone on June 17, 2014. The City of Clearlake will consider a similar resolution on July 10, 2014. The cities can remain part of the Sonoma/Mendocino/Lake RMDZ regardless of the County's participation. Staff recommends that it would be beneficial to keep this funding alternative accessible and utilize the County's Economic Development Program to encourage local businesses to use their creativity in taking advantage of the program. FISCAL IMPACT: _X_ None __Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: Amount Budgeted: Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): None. STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends your Board adopt the resolution renewing the County's participation in the Sonoma/Mendocino/Lake Recycling Market Development Zone, and direct the Administrative Office/Economic Development Program to provide the necessary program staffing.

..Title ..Body MEMORANDUM TO: The Honorable Board of Supervisors FROM: Steven Hajik, Agricultural Commissioner DATE: June 24, 2014 SUBJECT: 2013 Crop Report EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: I request time on the Board of Supervisors agenda to present the 2013 Crop Report. Overall, the gross value of agriculture in Lake County increased to $96,173,111 from $84,842,284 in 2012. The top four commodities were wine grapes ($61,340,390), pears ($21,788,051), walnuts ($6,327,090), and cattle and calves ($2,540,160). The value of wine grapes increased by $13,460,822 in 2013 due to an increase in prices and production. Production increased by 8,804 tons (25%) and the price per ton increased by 2%. The total acreage was 8,718, an increase of 326 acres. Pears decreased in gross value by $2,339,949 in 2013. The production increased by 6% while the prices decreased by 15%. Production increased by 2,189 tons and the total acreage went from 2,130 to 2,105. The value of walnuts decreased $207,310 in 2013 due to an increase in returns but a decrease in tonnage. The price per ton increased by 14% and production decreased by 299 tons (15%). The total acreage was 3,533. Cattle and calf value increased $366,660 (17%) in 2013 due to increased demand and reduced supply. For more details, please read the attached 2013 Crop Report. FISCAL IMPACT: __ None __Budgeted __Non-Budgeted Estimated Cost: Amount Budgeted: Additional Requested: Annual Cost (if planned for future years): FISCAL IMPACT (Narrative): STAFFING IMPACT (if applicable): ..Recommended Action RECOMMENDED ACTION: