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AGENDA APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS

Supervisor Chapman requests the meeting be adjourned in memory of Hugh Green, Warren "Jim" Collett and Willa Utt.

Supervisor Pyle requests that Item H-3, transaction and use tax ordinance, be removed from the agenda.

It is moved by Supervisor Dahle, seconded by Supervisor Keefer and carried to approve the agenda with the noted changes.

PUBLIC COMMENT

1. Lisa Liband states that additional information on the formation of a recreation district was received at the LAFCO meeting yesterday and based on that the High Sierra Recreation Alliance requests the transaction and use tax ordinance be removed from today's agenda. They realize this will probably result in the formation question being delayed until the November election.

2. Alliance for Workforce Development (AFWD) Executive Director Gary Corderman provides information on a JPA amendment to NORTEC that will add Sierra County to the ten county group. Notes that NORTEC is responding to the flood emergency declaration in regard to provision of job opportunities - Nancy Gregg is the coordinator and will be working with public works agencies. The (AWFD) has a rapid response team at Sierra Army Depot (SIAD) to provide assistance in regard to the staffing reduction that was recently announced.

3. Community Social Services Director Melody Brawley states she is most proud of the coordination with the AWFD and discusses the great efforts put forth by the rapid response team. Also discusses what her department is doing to provide services. Supervisor Hanson notes the response effort at SIAD has been excellent and there are hopes the business climate will improve and workers will be rehired.

4. Dewey Dempsey provides information on the formation of Lassen Aurora Network (LAN) as a 501(c)3 non-profit incorporated group. They are working on a proposal to the California Endowment for Wellness Services for the transitional age (15-25 year old) population and their families. They are collaborating with Lassen County Mental Health Services, Family Resource Centers, Drug and Alcohol and other agencies and groups.

5. Big Valley Family Resource Center (BVFRC) Director Lillian Arnold states they are looking forward to partnering with Lassen Aurora Network and notes the grant being applied for will help BVFRC and LAN become financially sustainable.

6. Poet Laureate Violet Stout reads a poem entitled "2006 and the Rains Came".

UNAGENDIZED BOARD REPORTS

1. Supervisor Dahle reports on the BVFRC meeting and discussions on ways to financially support the center; announces there is an organization that is working on ways to build a new school gym and they may want to put a bond measure on the ballot; designates $500 of his discretionary funds go to the City of Susanville to be used for construction of the "Uptown City of Susanville Sign Barrier Wall".

2. Supervisor Hanson reports on the Washoe County Planning Commission meeting that he and Bob Sorvaag attended to hear the Intermountain portion of the North Valleys Water Project Use Permit application - use permit was approved; reports that he will be placing a matter on the next agenda relating to the Granite Fox Project; reports on the LAFCO meeting which addressed the recreation district and West Patton Village CSD Annexation of additional land for fire protection purposes (includes the Army Base).

3. Supervisor Chapman designates $1,000 of his discretionary funds go to the City of Susanville to be used for construction of the "Uptown City of Susanville Sign Barrier Wall"; reports that he attended the Prop 10 Commission meeting and the Transportation Commission meeting; participated in a PSA II phone conference.

4. Supervisor Keefer reports on the Janesville Town Council meeting and discussions/plans regarding the Janesville Park; reports on the agenda items for the Lassen County Fire Safe Council meeting to be held tomorrow; announces a RAC meeting will be held this week; discusses a possible amendment to the Title II and III programs.

5. Supervisor Pyle wants a Williamson Act Study Session and following discussion it is decided to schedule it for February 14, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.; directs that a Study Session on 2006 Goals and Objectives be scheduled for January 17, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.

6. Supervisor Chapman wants discussion of animal control regarding who is responsible, where reports go, etc. on a future agenda. (Supervisor Chapman absent 10:27 - 10:29 a.m.)

PUBLIC HEARING

The public hearing is opened at 10:27 a.m. to receive comments on the acquisition of right of way for the Skyline Road East project.

Public Works Director Larry Millar presents the staff report. No one speaks in opposition to or in favor of the acquisitions and the hearing is closed at 10:31 a.m.

It is moved by Supervisor Chapman and seconded by Supervisor Keefer to approve Right of Way contracts with Dale and Linda Soule and Walter and Patricia Bickett and authorize the Chairman to sign; and approve

Non-Substantial Administrative Settlement and Right of Way Contract with Scott and Patricia Ulch and authorize the Chairman to sign.

Discussion is held among board members and staff regarding the difference in the prices of the two pieces of property.

The motion carries on a roll call vote with Supervisor Pyle voting NO.

Supervisor Hanson departs at 10:38 a.m.

SHERIFF DEPARTMENT

Sheriff Steve Warren introduces K-9 "Tucker" and his K-9 handler Deputy Alan Sobol and the new K-9 "Zeke" and his K-9 handler Brad Meyer to the Board of Supervisors. "Zeke" a 2 1/2 year old male German Shepherd and he and his handler are being trained by Brian Howard from Washoe County who also trained "Tucker". The training will certify "Zeke" as a full service drug detection K-9 with the enhanced ability to assist law enforcement in the apprehension of offenders, building and area searches and will provide an additional tool to staff in high risk missions. Funds for the purchase of "Zeke" were derived from seizures during prior drug enforcement efforts, including funds generated by "Tucker's" activities. The continued success of the program depends on support from the public and other civic groups - food for the K-9s continues to be donated by "Master Foods" of Reno.

CONSENT CALENDAR

Supervisor Keefer requests that Item G-6, resolution (Ferguson) be pulled for separate consideration.

It is moved by Supervisor Keefer, seconded by Supervisor Dahle and carried, with Supervisor Hanson absent, to take the noted action on the following Consent Calendar items:

COUNTY CLERK ITEM

Approve Minutes of December 20, 2005 and January 5, 2006.

PROPOSITION 65 REPORT ITEM

Receive and file report #05-04, filed by Susanville CHP Sgt. J. D. Ewen for Commander T. A. Chadd - on December 11, 2005 the Susanville Area of the California Highway Patrol experienced a gasoline discharge from the on-site fueling system resulting in a gasoline fuel spill of about 175 gallons in the parking lot at 472-400 Diamond Crest Road, Susanville. Cleanup was coordinated between CalTrans and Ben's Truck & Equipment.

ELECTION DEPARTMENT ITEM

Adopt Resolution No. 06-002, of the Lassen County Board of Supervisors approving the application for Voting System Upgrade Funds and designating the County Elections Officer, or her designee, as agent to sign standard agreement on behalf of the County.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ITEM

Receive and file Personnel Movement report for November, 2005.

AUDITOR & TREASURER DEPARTMENTS ITEM

Receive and file Treasurer's Fund Balance Report and Auditor's verification for the month of November, 2005.

COUNTY COUNSEL ITEM

Reject claim of Michelle and Joey Marlow, in its entirety, and direct County Clerk to send Notice of Rejection.

HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES - PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION ITEM

Approve Bioterrorism Agreement with the California Department of Health Services for the period of August 31, 2005 through August 30, 2006 for funding in the amount of $135,443; and authorize the CAO to execute the agreement documents.

PROBATION DEPARTMENT ITEMS

Adopt Resolution No. 06-004, authorizing the Chief Probation Officer or assigned designee to sign the agreement for FY 2005/2006 Juvenile Probation and Camps Funding (JPCF) administered by the Corrections Standards Authority (CSA) including any extensions or amendments.

Approve execution of the Standard Agreement, Contract #C05-136, with the State of California Department of the Youth Authority, for diagnostic and treatment services, and temporary detention; and authorize the Chief Probation Officer or appointed designee to sign the contract.

TREASURER/TAX COLLECTOR ITEM

Receive and file Treasurer's Investment Report for November, 2005.

MISCELLANEOUS CORRESPONDENCE ITEMS

Receive and file the following correspondence:

a. Lassen County Planning Commission meeting agenda for January 4, 2006.

b. Local Agency Formation Commission of Lassen County (LAFCO) meeting agenda for January 9, 2005.

c. Lassen County Planning Commission and the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) list of monthly meeting dates and application deadlines.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

It is moved by Supervisor Chapman, seconded by Supervisor Dahle and carried on a roll call vote, with Supervisor Keefer voting NO and Supervisor Hanson absent, to adopt Resolution No. 06-003, disapproving Use Permit #2005-108, Ferguson.

AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER

Agricultural Commissioner Ken Smith provides an update of the 2006 Mosquito Control Program. (Supervisor Hanson returns at 10:54 a.m.) Mr. Smith requests authorization to enter into an agreement with California Department of Health Services for mosquito control.

It is moved by Supervisor Dahle, seconded by Supervisor Keefer and carried to approve Cooperative Agreement with California Department of Health Services for mosquito control and authorize the Agriculture Commissioner to sign the agreement.

ASSESSOR

Assessor Ken Bunch presents an ordinance relating to Reassessment of Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity.

County Counsel Craig Settlemire asks questions regarding the time period for an applicant to file. The CAO makes some recommendations on wording changes with fixes to be made prior to adoption.

It is moved by Supervisor Hanson and seconded by Supervisor Dahle to introduce, by title only, Ordinance #478-A amending Ordinance #478 relating to Reassessment of Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity.

The motion carries unanimously on a roll call vote.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

Discussion is held on the committee appointments for 2006. Supervisor Hanson expresses his interest in being a member of the Transportation Commission and further discussion is held.

It is moved by Supervisor Dahle, seconded by Supervisor Keefer and carried to make the following appointments:

1) LASSEN COUNTY POET LAUREATE - Violet Stout;

2) CAL‑NEVA RC&D - Supervisor Hanson with Supervisor Keefer as alternate;

3) CSAC - Supervisor Pyle with Supervisor Keefer as alternate;

4) CSAC EXCESS INSURANCE AUTHORITY - Auditor Karen Fouch with Ron Vossler as alternate;

5) LAFCO - Supervisor Hanson and Supervisor Keefer with Supervisor Chapman as alternate (Kurt Bonham - public member with Andrew Wellborn as public alternate);

6) LAND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE - Assessor Ken Bunch, Extension Officer David Lile, Supervisor Bob Pyle, Agricultural Commissioner Ken Smith and Community Development Director Robert Sorvaag;

7) LASSEN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATING COUNCIL -Supervisor Keefer;

8) NORTEC - Supervisor Chapman, with Supervisor Pyle as alternate;

9) NORTEC WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD - Ken Theobald, Sophie Wages, Connie Bergin;

10) NORTHEAST AIR PLATEAU BASIN ‑ Vacant;

11) PSA II EXECUTIVE BOARD - Supervisor Chapman and Kay White with Supervisor Hanson as alternate along with county representatives - Joleen Anderson, Jack Kessler, Rebecca "Sam" Evans and Susanne Scofield Rossi.

12) RCRC BOARD OF DIRECTORS - Supervisor Dahle, with Supervisor Keefer as alternate;

13) RCRC RURAL HOME MORTGAGE FINANCE AUTHORITY (CRHMFA) - Supervisor Dahle, with Joe Bertotti as alternate;

14) RCRC ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY (ESJPA) - Supervisor Dahle, with Supervisor Keefer as alternate;

15) RCRC GOVERNMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY (LGFA) - Supervisor Dahle with Supervisor Keefer as alternate;

16) SMALL COUNTIES ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SCAC)/SCAC ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CMSP ‑ Director of Health and Human Services, and Supervisor Hanson;

17) TRINDEL INSURANCE FUND - Auditor Karen Fouch, with Ron Vossler as alternate;

18) EAST LASSEN DEER HERD TASK FORCE ‑ Supervisor Hanson;

19) EAGLE LAKE INTERAGENCY BOARD - Supervisor Pyle, with Supervisor Dahle as alternate;

20) ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT APPEALS BOARD - Inactive;

21) ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDING APPEALS BOARD - Inactive;

22) AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION ‑ Supervisor Hanson and Supervisor Pyle;

23) BIG VALLEY PEST ABATEMENT DISTRICT - Michael Babcock, Charles Kramer, Robert Nelson, Dr. Tom Vestal, Roger Cruikshank;

24) CONSERVATION ELEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - Inactive;

25) DOYLE PARKS COMMITTEE - Loney Sharp, June Wood, Pauline Danner, Rick Giese, Mary Dixon, Lee Danner, Frank Serna, Viola Smith, Pat Sharp;

26) LASSEN-PLUMAS-SIERRA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY - Public members - Jim Chapman and Joe Bertotti; Community Members: Melody Brawley and one vacancy; Low Income: Rose Mecham and Carla Barclay.

27) LASSEN REGIONAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY - Supervisor Keefer and Supervisor Hanson, with Supervisor Pyle as alternate;

28) LAW LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES - Rhea Giannotti, Supervisor Jack Hanson, Michele Verderosa;

29) LONG VALLEY GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ‑ Supervisor Pyle and Supervisor Hanson; Resident of district - Paul Herman and Leonard Thigpin;

30) MENTAL HEALTH BOARD - Supervisor Hanson;

31) TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ‑ Supervisor Chapman, Supervisor Dahle and Supervisor Keefer, Supervisor Pyle and Supervisor Hanson as alternates;

32) TREASURY OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE - Supervisor Pyle; public finance representative - Irene Doyle; public - Jim Jeskey; Schools/Special Districts - Debbie Fry;

33) VETERANS MEMORIAL BUILDING TASK FORCE - Jim Chapman, Larry Dahlen, James Dandois, Art Davey, Peter Heimbigner, Rob Hill, Sheldon Merchant, Julie Newton, Larry Rogers, James Smart, Dennis Sutton, Morris "Jim" Ward, vacancy for public at large;

34) LASSEN COUNTY CHILDRENS AND FAMILIES COMMISSION - Supervisor Chapman; Supervisor Dahle as alternate;

35) LASSEN-MODOC FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD ZONE 2 & ZONE 2-A - Dale Albaugh, Roger Cruikshank, Peter Gerig, Jim Halpenny, Charles Kramer;

36) LASSEN COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL GOVERNING BOARD - Supervisor Hanson, Supervisor Chapman and Supervisor Keefer;

37) LASSEN TRANSIT SERVICE AGENCY - Supervisor Chapman, Supervisor Dahle and Supervisor Keefer, Supervisor Pyle and Supervisor Hanson as alternates;

38) BUILDING APPEALS BOARD - no members;

39) HISTORIC BUILDING REVIEW COMMITTEE - Janet Corey, Irene Doyle.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

Correspondence:

CAO Ketelsen presents a letter from Modoc County Administrative Officer Michael Maxwell to Likely Fire Protection District Commissioners regarding Commissioner letter to Lassen County dated December 14, 2005, regarding the district no longer responding to any requests for fire or medical aid in Lassen County.

Supervisor Hanson, CAO Ketelsen and County Fire Warden Don Posten will work on resolving this issue.

Title III Requests:

Board consensus is to direct staff to publish notice of the Title III Requests from Lassen County Fire Safe Council ($122,400) and Lassen Land and Trails Trust ($9,200) and notify RAC.

INFORMATION FOR THE BOARD

1. CAO Ketelsen provides information on the Amador Plan stating it appears costs of the program will not be decreasing.

2. CAO Ketelsen reports on his appearance before the Grand Jury stating they covered several matters including Dyer Mountain EIR; motocross matter, specifically with respect to the sound monitoring; Janesville Park well issue; recreation district. It was informative and seemed to go well.

ADJOURNMENT IN MEMORY

There being no further business, the meeting is adjourned at 11:34 a.m. in memory of Hugh Green, Warren "Jim" Collett and Willa Utt.

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CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

ATTEST:

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THERESA NAGEL, CLERK OF THE BOARD