AGENDA

SISKIYOU COUNTY

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS

COURTHOUSE, SECOND FLOOR

311 FOURTH STREET

YREKA, CA 96097

July 11, 2017

REGULAR MEETING

Michael N. Kobseff, Chair Supervisor, District 3
Brandon Criss Supervisor, District 1	Ed Valenzuela Supervisor, District 2		Lisa L. Nixon Supervisor, District 4		Ray A. Haupt, Vice Chair Supervisor, District 5
Terry Barber County Administrator 842-8005		County Counsel 842-8100		Colleen Setzer Ex-Officio Clerk to the Board 842-8081

The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors welcomes you to this meeting. This agenda contains a brief general description of each item to be considered. If you wish to speak on an item on the agenda, please complete a Speaker’s Card identifying the item(s) and return it to the Board Clerk. If you wish to speak on a matter that does not appear on the agenda, you may do so during the Public Comment period. Persons speaking during Public Comment will be limited to three minutes, or depending on the number of persons wishing to speak, it may be reduced to allow all members of the public the opportunity to address the Board. Except as otherwise provided by law, no action or discussion shall be taken/conducted on any item not appearing on the agenda. When addressing the Board, please state your name for the record prior to providing your comments. Please address the Board as a whole through the Chair. Comments to individual Supervisors or staff are not permitted.

The Board may take action sitting as the Board of Supervisors and as the governing body of:  Siskiyou County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Board, Siskiyou Power Authority, County Service Area 3 Board, County Service Area 4 Board, County Service Area 5 Board, Airport Land Use Commission, and In Home Supportive Services Public Authority.

Availability of Public Records. All public records related to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for public inspection at 510 North Main Street, Yreka CA 96097 at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the members of the legislative body. All supporting documentation is available for public review in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, located in the Siskiyou County Clerk’s Office, 510 North Main Street, Yreka, CA 96097, during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodations for this meeting should notify the Clerk of the Board’s Office 48 hours prior to the meeting at (530) 842.8081, or toll free at 1.888.854.2000, ext. 8081.

1. 8:30 A.M. - FLAG SALUTE

2. 8:30 A.M. - CLOSED SESSION - It is the intent of the Board to meet in closed session to discuss the following items:

A. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: Hoopa Valley Tribe v. FERC - Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, Docket No. 14-1271.

B. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: Ross Sanders, et. al. vs. County of Siskiyou, et. al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Case No. 2:17-CV-01040-WBS-CMK.

C. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: A.H. et. Al. V. County of Siskiyou etc., et. al., United States District Court Case No. 2:17-CV-1078-TLN-CMK.

D. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: A.B. et. al., v. Siskiyou County, et. al. Eastern District Court Case No. 2:16-CV-01752-MCE-GGH.

E. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: Environmental Law Foundation, Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Associations; Institute for Fisheries Resources v. State Water Resources Control Board, County of Siskiyou, et al, Sacramento Superior Court No. 34-2010-80000583; County of Siskiyou v. Superior Court of Sacramento, Environmental Law Foundation et al, Real Parties in Interest, Third District Court of Appeal CO67252.

F. Conference with legal counsel, existing litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), name of case: County of Siskiyou v. Nickolas J. Super, Et Al. Siskiyou County Superior Court Case No. SC CV CV 17-00289.

G. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9, initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), Raymond Bowers, Et Al.

H. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9, initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), James Byrne, Et Al.

I. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9, initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), Arlen K. Garrison, Et Al.

J. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9,  initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), Luerlean V. Miles, Et Al.

K. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9, initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), Jorge C. Rodriguez.

L. Conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9, significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2), one case.

3. 10:00 A.M. - REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION

4. 10:00 A.M. - INVOCATION - Siskiyou County Sheriff Chaplain.

5. 10:00 A.M. - CONSENT AGENDA - The following consent agenda items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They may be acted upon by the Board at one time without discussion. Any Board member, staff member, or interested person may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion and consideration.  Approval of a consent item means approval of the recommended motion as specified on the Agenda Worksheet.

A. COUNTY CLERK

Adopt Resolution accepting the request from various special districts for a special district election to be held on November 7, 2017 to fill various offices, place local measures on the ballot and directing the County Clerk to conduct said elections.

B. COUNTY COUNSEL

Approve addendum to retention agreement with Nossaman, LLP, for Klamath legislation and litigation, increasing the contract by $50,000 to a total amount not to exceed $222,000.

C. COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS PARTNERSHIP

Approve FY 17/18 contract for services with HealTherapy, Inc., to provide services as detailed in the contract to adults who qualify per the Scope of Service, in an amount not to exceed $235,228.

D. COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS PARTNERSHIP

Approve agreement with Bi, Incorporated, to provide electronic monitoring services, at the rates identified in the agreement, for the term July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020.

E. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

Approve addendum to contract with Northern Valley Catholic Social Services increasing the contract to a total not to exceed $579,607, for a term ending June 30, 2018.

F. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

Approve addendum to contract with Restpadd Psychiatric Health Facility, Redding, amending Exhibit A to incorporate FY17/18 and FY18/19 rates as identified in the addendum.

G. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

Approve addendum to contract with Charis Youth Center, amending Exhibit A to incorporate rates for FY17/18 as identified in the addendum.

H. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

Approve agreement with the California Department of Social Services to provide certain services related to administrative action appeals associated with the Resource Family Approval Program, at the rates identified in the agreement, for the term January 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019.

I. NATURAL RESOURCES

Approve letter to the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board providing comments on the renewal of the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Conditional Waivers of Waste Discharge Requirements for the Shasta and Scott Rivers.

J. NATURAL RESOURCES

Approve letter to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director expressing concerns regarding the non-operation of the Scott River Rotary Screw Trap in 2017.

K. PROBATION

Approve FY17/18 contract with HealTherapy, Inc., to provide services to juvenile probationers, in an amount not to exceed $113,000.

L. PROBATION

Approve FY17/18 contract with HealTherapy, Inc., to provide services to adults who qualify per the Scope of Service, in an amount not to exceed $50,000.

M. PROBATION

Approve agreement with Bi, Incorporated, to provide electronic monitoring services, at the rates identified in the agreement, for the term July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020.

N. PUBLIC WORKS

Approve FY17/18 contract with The Machine Cleaning Service LLC to provide janitorial services at 311 Fourth, 322 1/2 West Center and 305 Butte Streets, Yreka CA, in an amount not to exceed $68,400.

O. SHERIFF

Approve amendment to agreement with the County of Los Angeles to provide intrastate prisoner transportation services by the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, amending the rates for FY 17/18 as identified in the amendment, effective July 1, 2017.

P. SHERIFF

Approve Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Dorris for the Sheriff's Department to provide law enforcement services, in a total amount not to exceed $430,200, for the term July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019.

Q. TRANSFER OF FUNDS

1.        Accumulated Capital Outlay/Plant Acquisition - $1,000. Requires 4/5 Vote.

2.        Office of Emergency Services/Communications - $44. Requires 3/5 Vote.

6. 10:00 A.M. - PRESENTATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC

PLEASE NOTE:  This time slot is for information from the public.  No action or discussion will be conducted on matters presented at this time.  You will be allowed three (3) minutes for your presentation. The Chair can extend the time to five (5) minutes for appropriate circumstances. Written comments can be presented if so desired, by providing a minimum of 7 copies to the Clerk. When addressing the Board, please state your name for the record prior to providing your comments. Please address the Board as a whole through the Chair. Comments should be limited to matters within the jurisdiction of the Board.

7. 10:05 A.M. - DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS

A. ASSESSOR-RECORDER

Presentation of report re the 2017-18 Local Assessment Rolls.

8. 10:15 A.M. - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' REQUESTS

A. SUPERVISOR MICHAEL N. KOBSEFF

Discussion, direction and possible action re Resolution declaring July 30, 2017 as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons in Siskiyou County.

9. 10:20 A.M. - DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS

A. NATURAL RESOURCES/KLAMATH NATIONAL FOREST

Update re forest and fire activities, including a fire in the Wooley Creek area of the Klamath National Forest.

10. 10:30 A.M. - PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. COUNTY COUNSEL

Public hearing for the second reading of an ordinance amending Section 2-2.101 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 2 of the Siskiyou County Code regarding Board meeting days. (Continued from June 20, 2017)

B. COUNTY COUNSEL

Public hearing for the second reading of an ordinance amending Section 10-6-1405 of Chapter 6 of Title 10 of the Siskiyou County Code regarding appeals to the Board of Supervisors on Use Permits and Variances. (Continued from June 20, 2017)

11. 10:40 A.M. - PUBLIC REQUESTS

A. NATURAL RESOURCES/STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD

Discussion and possible direction re presentation of information regarding the Shasta River Hydrology Model Study being developed as a part of the California Water Action Plan.

B. NATURAL RESOURCES/STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD

Discussion and possible direction re the State Water Resources Control Board's Water Quality Certification process for the Klamath Dams, including potential County impacts related to dam removal, the Water Board’s responsibility to address impacts associated with dam removal and to consider dam removal alternatives.

12. 1:30 P.M. - FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Chair: Director Kobseff, Vice Chair: Director Haupt

A. PUBLIC COMMENT

B. TRANSFER OF FUNDS - Flood/County Counsel - $50,000. Requires 4/5 Vote.

C. GENERAL SERVICES/JEFFERSON RESOURCE

Discussion and possible direction re presentation concerning the Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan for Lake Siskiyou.

D. ADJOURNMENT

13. 2:00 P.M. - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' REQUESTS

A. SUPERVISOR ED VALENZUELA/CITY OF DUNSMUIR

Discussion and possible direction re an overview of a project related to public access of Mossbrae Falls in Dunsmuir.

14. 2:10 P.M. - DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS

A. GENERAL SERVICES/TRANSPORTATION

Discussion and possible direction re presentation regarding the future operation of the Happy Camp Airport, including airport operations, users of the airport and related financial data.

B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Discussion and possible direction re local cannabis regulation and a potential Commercial Medical Cannabis Cultivation pilot program.

C. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

Discussion and possible direction re an update on the status of the "new Jail rescope" project.

D. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

Discussion, direction and possible action re the following Personnel requests:

1.        Siskiyou Modoc Regional Department of Child Support Services - Range adjustment for Program Manager position, from Range 57 to Range 61, effective July 2, 2017.

2.        Public Works/General Services Division - Request to create Deputy Director of General Services (non-civil engineer) classification, effective July 16, 2017.

3.        Public Works/General Services Division - Request to create Deputy Director of General Services position, 1.0 FTE, effective July 16, 2017.

4.        District Attorney - Request to delete Lead Administrative Support Assistant position, .5 FTE, delete Legal Secretary position, .5 FTE and create Legal Secretary position, 1.0 FTE, effective July 16, 2017.

THE FOLLOWING MAY BE HEARD AT ANY TIME DURING THE MEETING

15. SISKIYOU POWER AUTHORITY

Chair: Director Kobseff, Vice Chair: Director Haupt

A. PUBLIC COMMENT

B. TRANSFER OF FUNDS - Power Authority - $42,000. Requires 4/5 Vote.

C. ADJOURNMENT

16. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' REQUESTS

A. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Review status of local emergency related to imminent threat of catastrophic wildfire as declared by Resolution 14-154; action to extend or terminate local emergency.

17. MINUTE APPROVAL

A. June 20, 2017

18. BOARD AND STAFF REPORTS

*******Note:  Correspondence received by the Board of Supervisors is on file and available for review in the County Clerk's Office.  This document and other Board documents are available on-line at www.co.siskiyou.ca.us.