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CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – The Pawnee fire continued its push into the backcountry on Monday, scorching a few thousand more acres as more air and ground resources joined the fight.
Cal Fire officials said Monday evening that the fire had grown to 10,500 acres, up by 2,200 acres from the morning estimate, with 5 percent containment.
Reports from the scene estimated that the fire could have grown still further by nightfall.
As of Monday morning, the incident was in unified command between Cal Fire, Northshore Fire Protection District and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, as well as the Mendocino National Forest, where the fire was reported to have burned 420 acres by nightfall.
Resources assigned to the incident ballooned on Monday, with 110 engines, 10 water tenders, 15 helicopters, 58 dozers, several air tankers and 1,422 personnel working the incident, with more resources en route, Cal Fire said in its evening report.
All of the Spring Valley Lakes and Double Eagle Ranch subdivisions remain under mandatory evacuation due to the fire danger, officials said.
Incident radio traffic indicated that the fire’s activity had once again turned aggressive on Monday, pushed by the gusting winds into the mid 20s moving through the area.
The fire was making runs at ridges and moving to the east, burning through retardant lines, throwing spots and continuing to threaten homes, based on radio reports.
It was reported to be heading toward Walker Ridge at around 4:30 p.m., and firefighters were trying to tie fire line for the Pawnee fire into the far northwest corner of the scar left behind by the July 2015 Rocky fire, which also had impacted the area.
Just before 6 p.m., incident command reported that four helicopters were working around the creek in Spring Valley, in addition to the multiple tankers that were being used in the firefight.
A report from the incident’s helibase shortly after 7 p.m. said 18 water drops had been made for a total of 26,000 gallons of water during the day.
Bulldozers also have been a key resources in the effort, working to cut fire line in remote and rugged terrain, based on radio reports. One of the dozers was reported to be overheating on the fire line.
Just after 7:20 p.m., the fire was predicted to jump Walker Ridge within minutes, which it did, throwing off spots on the eastern side of the ridge, based on reports from the scene. Firefighters in the area were attempting to protect a communications repeater and a nearby cabin.
Within about 10 minutes of that jump, incident command said the sheriff’s office needed to begin evacuations in the Bear Valley area, where the fire is moving.
Structure defense in Double Eagle Ranch also was continuing on Monday evening, with retardant lines being put in for the night at around 8 p.m., based on radio reports.
A short time later, it was reported over the air that retardant was being placed around the entire Double Eagle Ranch subdivision. Incident command said the fire had been backing down into a draw to the west of the subdivision, and they didn’t think the fire would reach the community overnight but it could on Tuesday.
The fire also has continued to move toward the remote Bartlett Springs area. Radio reports indicated that it isn’t expected to reach Bartlett Springs Road overnight but may get there on Tuesday as well.
Incident command also is looking at placing dozer line on Hough Ridge to the north of the fire overnight.
Shortly before 9 p.m., reports from the scene estimated the fire could already have grown to 15,000 acres.
The dry conditions have made the incident more challenging to fight, but Cal Fire said humidity is expected to rise above 60 percent overnight, which will aid firefighters.
Incident command also reported that it expects the fire conditions to slow overnight.
Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.
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CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – On Monday, as firefighters continued battling the Pawnee fire east of Clearlake Oaks, Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in Lake County in response to the incident, which also will be the topic of a special Monday evening community meeting.
The governor’s action follows a declaration of a local emergency issued by Sheriff Brian Martin on Sunday, as Lake County New has reported.
As of Monday morning, the fire was reported to have burned 8,200 acres and destroyed 22 homes.
Those numbers are expected to change due to fire activity picking back up significantly during the day because of high winds and hot temperatures.
Sheriff Martin told Lake County News on Monday afternoon that there have been no reported injuries or fatalities.
At that point he did not have updated acreage numbers, and Cal Fire said it did not expect to release a new acreage update until Monday evening.
The community of Spring Valley Lakes, where the fire began, and nearby Double Eagle Ranch remain under mandatory evacuation, with power to both subdivisions cut off, officials said.
With significant fire activity threatening Double Eagle Ranch, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office on Monday afternoon sent out an alert urging all residents of the subdivision to evacuate immediately.
Martin said the fire is burning primarily in unpopulated areas, with firefighters hoping to keep it from coming back into Spring Valley.
Radio reports indicated that firefighters continued to work on structure protection on Monday afternoon.
Martin said a damage inspection team was out in the field on Monday to get an update on burned structures but as for 4 p.m. had not reported back.
However, he said he did not expect that there would be a lot more added to the 22 destroyed structures reported so far.
Cal Fire said it will host a community meeting on the incident at 6 p.m. Monday at the Clearlake Oaks Moose Lodge, 15900 East Highway 20.
Cal Fire Incident Management Team 3, in conjunction with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and Northshore Fire Protection District, will host the meeting to discuss the fire’s current situation.
Officials will give an operational overview briefing highlighting the current actions that firefighters are taking on the fire. Officials als will be available to answer questions.
Also on Monday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency said it has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Pawnee fire burning.
On Sunday, the state of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Declaration for the Pawnee Fire.
At the time of the request, the fire was threatening 508 homes in and around the community of Spring Valley, as well as utilities and watershed, and mandatory evacuations had been issued for for approximately 1,500 people with the potential for further evacuations.
The FEMA regional administrator determined the Pawnee Fire threatened such destruction as would constitute a major disaster, and approved the state’s request on Sunday morning.
Fire Management Assistance Grants, or FMAGs, provide federal funding for up to 75 percent of eligible firefighting costs.
The Disaster Relief Fund provides funding for FMAGs through FEMA to assist in fighting fires that threaten to cause major disasters. Eligible costs covered by FMAGs can include expenses for field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies and mobilization, and demobilization activities attributed to fighting the fire.
The text of the governor’s emergency declaration is below.
PROCLAMATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY
WHEREAS on June 23, 2018, the Pawnee Fire began burning in Lake County; and
WHEREAS this fire has already burned over 8,000 acres and continues to burn; and
WHEREAS this fire has destroyed homes and other structures and continues to threaten hundreds of additional structures, necessitating the evacuation of residents; and
WHEREAS the fire has caused power outages, forced the closure of roadways, and continues to threaten critical infrastructure; and
WHEREAS high temperatures, low humidity, and erratic winds have further increased the spread of this fire; and
WHEREAS the Federal Emergency Management Agency has granted a Fire Management Assistant Grant to assist with the mitigation, management, and control of the Pawnee Fire; and
WHEREAS the circumstances of this fire, by reason of its magnitude, are or are likely to be beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of any single local government and require the combined forces of a mutual aid region or regions to combat; and
WHEREAS under the provisions of Government Code section 8558(b), I find that conditions of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property exists in Lake County due to this fire; and
WHEREAS under the provisions of Government Code section 8571, I find that strict compliance with the various statutes and regulations specified in this order would prevent, hinder, or delay the mitigation of the effects of the Pawnee Fire.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, EDMUND G. BROWN JR., Governor of the State of California, in accordance with the authority vested in me by the State Constitution and statutes, including the California Emergency Services Act, and in particular, section 8625 of the Government Code, HEREBY PROCLAIM A STATE OF EMERGENCY to exist in Lake County due to the Pawnee Fire.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
All agencies of the state government utilize and employ state personnel, equipment, and facilities for the performance of any and all activities consistent with the direction of the Office of Emergency Services and the State Emergency Plan. Also, all citizens are to heed the advice of emergency officials with regard to this emergency in order to protect their safety.
The Office of Emergency Services shall provide local government assistance to Lake County, if appropriate, under the authority of the California Disaster Assistance Act, Government Code section 8680 et seq., and California Code of Regulations, Title 19, section 2900 et seq.
As necessary to assist local governments and for the protection of public health and the environment, state agencies shall enter into contracts to arrange for the procurement of materials, goods, and services necessary to quickly assist with the response to and recovery from the impacts of the Pawnee Fire. Applicable provisions of the Government Code and the Public Contract Code, including but not limited to travel, advertising, and competitive bidding requirements are suspended to the extent necessary to address the effects of the Pawnee Fire.
The provisions of Unemployment Insurance Code section 1253 imposing a one-week waiting period for unemployment insurance applicants are suspended as to all applicants who are unemployed as a direct result of the Pawnee Fire, who applied for unemployment insurance benefits during the time period beginning June 23, 2018 and ending on the close of business on December 23, 2018, and who are otherwise eligible for unemployment insurance benefits.
Vehicle Code sections 9265(a), 9867, 14901, 14902, and 15255.2, requiring the imposition of fees, are suspended with regard to any request for replacement of a driver’s identification card, vehicle registration certificate, or certificate of title, by any individual who lost such records as a result of the Pawnee Fire. Such records shall be replaced without charge.
The provisions of Vehicle Code sections 4602 and 5902, requiring the timely registration or transfer of title are suspended with regard to any registration or transfer of title by any resident of Lake County who is unable to comply with those requirements as a result of the Pawnee Fire. The time covered by this suspension shall not be included in calculating any late penalty pursuant to Vehicle Code section 9554.
Health and Safety Code sections 103525.5 and 103625, and Penal Code section 14251, requiring the imposition of fees are hereby suspended with regard to any request for copies of certificates of birth, death, marriage, and dissolution of marriage records, by any individual who lost such records as a result of the Pawnee Fire. Such copies shall be provided without charge.
I FURTHER DIRECT that as soon as hereafter possible, this proclamation be filed in the Office of the Secretary of State and that widespread publicity and notice be given of this proclamation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of California to be affixed this 25th day of June 2018.
__________________________
EDMUND G. BROWN JR.
Governor of California
ATTEST:
__________________________
ALEX PADILLA
Secretary of State
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CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – The Pawnee fire’s rapid growth has slowed as hundreds of firefighters continue to battle the blaze in rugged territory east of Clearlake Oaks.
Cal Fire said early Monday that the fire has burned 8,200 acres, with no containment yet achieved.
The fire has so far destroyed 22 structures, with another 600 still threatened, Cal Fire said.
Cal Fire said no injuries have so far occurred.
The fire was first reported shortly before 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Spring Valley Lakes subdivision. Cal Fire said the fire’s cause remains under investigation.
Driven by winds and dry conditions, on Sunday the fire burned actively and its size more than quadrupled, with numerous spot fires reported around Spring Valley and to the east at the Indian Valley Reservoir.
But overnight Sunday and into early Monday the fire’s activity seemed to slow, based on reports from the scene.
Radio reports indicated fire crews worked through the night, using dozers to build fire lines around the fire.
The fire’s rapid growth on Saturday triggered a communitywide evacuation in Spring Valley Lakes that spread to the Double Eagle Ranch subdivision to the east on Sunday, as Lake County News has reported.
Authorities said those mandatory evacuations remain in effect. An evacuation is open at Lower Lake High School, 9430 Lake St., and a staging location for animal evacuations is at Lake County Social Services, 15975 Anderson Ranch Parkway, Lower Lake.
Highway 20 has so far not been affected by the fire, but there are road closure on New Long Valley Road and Old Long Valley Road where they intersect with the highway.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Board of Supervisors this week will consider selecting a proposal to reopen the Lucerne Hotel as a college and conference center, and take up a new local emergency declaration for the Pawnee fire.
The board will meet beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, in the board chambers on the first floor of the Lake County Courthouse, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport.
The meeting can be watched live on Channel 8 and online at https://countyoflake.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Accompanying board documents, the agenda and archived board meeting videos also are available at that link.
In an item timed for 9:45 a.m., the board will consider approving a proposal from The Romero Institute - New Paradigm College, which wants to purchase the historic Lucerne Hotel from the county and reopen it as a college and conference center.
The staff report explains that the institute “intends to transform the Lucerne Hotel property into a four-year educational institution offering a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Integrative Global Studies, as well as a University Extension Program, and a Conference Center for Lake County and surrounding communities. These offerings would be made in partnership and with support of administration and faculty from the University of San Francisco and additional participation from Williams College, Rice University, Kansas State University, Loyola Marymount, and the University of Manitoba.”
The institute’s cover letter states that, “the establishment of a close, creative, and productive relationship with the citizens of Lake County and their leaders is a foundational purpose of the College,” and is signed by famed attorney Daniel Sheehan, president of the college.
Sheehan is notable for his participation in cases involving the Pentagon Papers, Karen Silkwood and, more recently, the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.
In addition to Sheehan, the founding team includes former District 3 Supervisor Denise Rushing; Seth Wachtel, director and associate professor of architecture and community design at the University of San Francisco; and William Stranger, publisher of DarmaCafe Books and co-founder of Napa Valley’s Calistoga Institute.
In other news, on Sunday Sheriff Brian Martin declared a local emergency due to the Pawnee fire.
He said that proclamation is expected to be added to the board agenda for Tuesday, as the board is required to ratify it.
The full agenda follows.
CONSENT AGENDA
7.1: Adopt Proclamation commending Kevin Seymour and Matt Selzer for their lifesaving efforts at a structure fire in Hidden Valley Lake.
7.2: Approve Minutes of the Board of Supervisors meetings held May 8, 2018 and May 15, 2018.
7.3: (a) Approve settlement agreement and release with accord communications and authorize the chair to sign; and (b) approve restructured agreement with Accord Communications and authorize the chair to sign.
7.4: Approve second amendment to agreement between the city of Clearlake, city of Lakeport and the county of Lake relative to operation of a local public, educational, and governmental (PEG) cable television channel; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.5: Adopt resolution approving unanticipated revenue to fund Aquatic Weed Control Program.
7.6: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in Woodsmoke Reduction Pilot Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign the memorandum of understanding and all program documents.
7.7: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in AB617 Community Air Protection Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign and execute the grant agreement and all program documents.
7.8: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in AB197 Emissions Inventory District Grant Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign and execute the grant agreement and all program documents.
7.9: (a) Waive the formal bidding process, per Ordinance #2406, Purchasing Code 38.2, determining that competitive bidding would produce no economic benefit to the county; and (b) consider hourly contract for veterinary services with Dr. Richard Bachman, DVM, in the not to exceed amount of $25,000 and authorize the chair to sign.
7.10: Authorize advanced step hiring of David Schwenger for chief deputy assessor-recorder-valuations, step 5.
7.11: Adopt resolution establishing 2018-2019 appropriations limit for the county of Lake and Special Districts Governed by the Board of Supervisors.
7.12: Adopt the resolution approving Amendment A01 to the standard agreement between the county of Lake and the Department of Health Care Services for the period of May 1, 2013, through June 30, 2017, and authorize the Behavioral Health administrator to sign the amendment.
7.13: Adopt the resolution approving the standard agreement between the county of Lake and the Department of Health Care Services for the period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2022, and authorize the Behavioral Health administrator to sign the standard agreement.
7.14: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Trina Maia, for physical therapy in support of the California Children's Services Program and the Medical Therapy Program for a term starting July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019, and a maximum amount of $81,375; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.15: Approve contract between county of Lake and Sheila McCarthy, OT, registered for occupational therapy services in support of the California Children's Services Program and the Medical Therapy Unit for a term starting July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2019, and a maximum compensation of $27,244.80; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.16: Approve purchase of Vertiv uninterruptible power supply unit and accessories in the county courthouse server room in the amount of $29,515.04; and authorize the IT director to issue purchase order to CDW.
7.17: Approve amendment to the lease agreement between the county of Lake and Gary Weiser and Shelley Weiser for the office space located at 4477 Moss Ave, Unit B, Clearlake, for the period from April 1, 2018, through March 31, 2021, for an amount not to exceed $13,200 annually; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.18: Approve agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Department and U.S. Forest Service for FY 17/18 annual operating and financial plan, in the amount of $19,000 for controlled substance operations, and authorize the sheriff and the chairman to sign.
7.19: Approve the sealed bid award for the purchase of a full body scanner for use by the Lake County Jail/Hill Road Facility and to authorize the sheriff/coroner/assistant purchasing agent to issue purchase order to Adani Systems Inc. in the amount of $113,662.50.
7.20: Approve late travel claim in the amount of $64 to Susan West for meal reimbursement while attending a training session.
7.21: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Lake Transit Authority in the amount of $73,920 from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019, for CALWORKS Public Transportation Services and authorize the chair to sign.
7.22: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Lake Family Resource Center in the amount of $25,000 from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019, for CALWORKS Domestic Violence Services, and authorize the chair to sign.
TIMED ITEMS
8.2, 9:10 a.m.: Presentation of Proclamation commending Kevin Seymour and Matt Selzer for their lifesaving efforts at a structure fire in Hidden Valley Lake.
8.3, 9:15 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to the Sulphur fire incident.
8.4, 9:16 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to wildfire conditions, pertaining to the Rocky, Jerusalem and Valley fires.
8.5, 9:17 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to Clayton fire.
8.6 ,9:18 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to the atmospheric river storm.
8.7, 9:20 a.m.: Appeal hearing, consideration of appeal of an administrative citation for Renatto Aguas.
8.8, 9:30 a.m.: Public hearing, consideration of a resolution amending the master fee schedule for departmental services rendered by the county.
8.9, 9:45 a.m.: Consideration and Approval of Lucerne Hotel RFP proposer’s recommendation by proposal evaluation panel.
8.10, 10:15 a.m.: Presentation from the cyanobacteria workgroup to the board.
UNTIMED ITEMS
9.2: Consideration of the following appointments: In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Advisory Committee Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Board.
9.3: Consideration of (a) board member appointment to new Redevelopment Agency Oversight Board; and (b) public member appointment to new Redevelopment Agency Oversight Board.
9.4: Consideration of (a) resolution adopting the post-employment benefits trust administered by public agency retirement services and appointing the county administrative officer as the plan administrator; and (b) resolution transferring the current balance in the Pension Stabilization Reserve (Fund 155) to the Section 115 Post-Employment Benefits Trust and authorizing initial investment portfolio option.
9.5: Consideration of an agreement for medical services in Lake County's detention facility with California Forensic Medical Group for FY 2018-2019.
9.6: Consideration of (a) amendment one to agreement between the county of Lake and Lake County Waste Solutions Inc. for solid waste handling and recycling services; and (b) amendment one to agreement between the county of Lake and South Lake Refuse Company LLC for solid waste handling and recycling services.
9.7: Consideration of resolution and adoption of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.
CLOSED SESSIONS
10.1: Public employee evaluation title: County librarian.
10.2: Employee disciplinary appeal (EDA 18-01) Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54957.
10.3: Public employee appointments pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b)(1): (a) Appointment of Water Resources director (b) Appointment of Community Development director.
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The board will meet beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, in the board chambers on the first floor of the Lake County Courthouse, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport.
The meeting can be watched live on Channel 8 and online at https://countyoflake.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Accompanying board documents, the agenda and archived board meeting videos also are available at that link.
In an item timed for 9:45 a.m., the board will consider approving a proposal from The Romero Institute - New Paradigm College, which wants to purchase the historic Lucerne Hotel from the county and reopen it as a college and conference center.
The staff report explains that the institute “intends to transform the Lucerne Hotel property into a four-year educational institution offering a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Integrative Global Studies, as well as a University Extension Program, and a Conference Center for Lake County and surrounding communities. These offerings would be made in partnership and with support of administration and faculty from the University of San Francisco and additional participation from Williams College, Rice University, Kansas State University, Loyola Marymount, and the University of Manitoba.”
The institute’s cover letter states that, “the establishment of a close, creative, and productive relationship with the citizens of Lake County and their leaders is a foundational purpose of the College,” and is signed by famed attorney Daniel Sheehan, president of the college.
Sheehan is notable for his participation in cases involving the Pentagon Papers, Karen Silkwood and, more recently, the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.
In addition to Sheehan, the founding team includes former District 3 Supervisor Denise Rushing; Seth Wachtel, director and associate professor of architecture and community design at the University of San Francisco; and William Stranger, publisher of DarmaCafe Books and co-founder of Napa Valley’s Calistoga Institute.
In other news, on Sunday Sheriff Brian Martin declared a local emergency due to the Pawnee fire.
He said that proclamation is expected to be added to the board agenda for Tuesday, as the board is required to ratify it.
The full agenda follows.
CONSENT AGENDA
7.1: Adopt Proclamation commending Kevin Seymour and Matt Selzer for their lifesaving efforts at a structure fire in Hidden Valley Lake.
7.2: Approve Minutes of the Board of Supervisors meetings held May 8, 2018 and May 15, 2018.
7.3: (a) Approve settlement agreement and release with accord communications and authorize the chair to sign; and (b) approve restructured agreement with Accord Communications and authorize the chair to sign.
7.4: Approve second amendment to agreement between the city of Clearlake, city of Lakeport and the county of Lake relative to operation of a local public, educational, and governmental (PEG) cable television channel; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.5: Adopt resolution approving unanticipated revenue to fund Aquatic Weed Control Program.
7.6: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in Woodsmoke Reduction Pilot Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign the memorandum of understanding and all program documents.
7.7: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in AB617 Community Air Protection Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign and execute the grant agreement and all program documents.
7.8: Sitting as LCAQMD Board of Directors, adopt resolution authorizing participation in AB197 Emissions Inventory District Grant Program, and authorizing the air pollution control officer to sign and execute the grant agreement and all program documents.
7.9: (a) Waive the formal bidding process, per Ordinance #2406, Purchasing Code 38.2, determining that competitive bidding would produce no economic benefit to the county; and (b) consider hourly contract for veterinary services with Dr. Richard Bachman, DVM, in the not to exceed amount of $25,000 and authorize the chair to sign.
7.10: Authorize advanced step hiring of David Schwenger for chief deputy assessor-recorder-valuations, step 5.
7.11: Adopt resolution establishing 2018-2019 appropriations limit for the county of Lake and Special Districts Governed by the Board of Supervisors.
7.12: Adopt the resolution approving Amendment A01 to the standard agreement between the county of Lake and the Department of Health Care Services for the period of May 1, 2013, through June 30, 2017, and authorize the Behavioral Health administrator to sign the amendment.
7.13: Adopt the resolution approving the standard agreement between the county of Lake and the Department of Health Care Services for the period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2022, and authorize the Behavioral Health administrator to sign the standard agreement.
7.14: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Trina Maia, for physical therapy in support of the California Children's Services Program and the Medical Therapy Program for a term starting July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019, and a maximum amount of $81,375; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.15: Approve contract between county of Lake and Sheila McCarthy, OT, registered for occupational therapy services in support of the California Children's Services Program and the Medical Therapy Unit for a term starting July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2019, and a maximum compensation of $27,244.80; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.16: Approve purchase of Vertiv uninterruptible power supply unit and accessories in the county courthouse server room in the amount of $29,515.04; and authorize the IT director to issue purchase order to CDW.
7.17: Approve amendment to the lease agreement between the county of Lake and Gary Weiser and Shelley Weiser for the office space located at 4477 Moss Ave, Unit B, Clearlake, for the period from April 1, 2018, through March 31, 2021, for an amount not to exceed $13,200 annually; and authorize the chair to sign.
7.18: Approve agreement between the Lake County Sheriff's Department and U.S. Forest Service for FY 17/18 annual operating and financial plan, in the amount of $19,000 for controlled substance operations, and authorize the sheriff and the chairman to sign.
7.19: Approve the sealed bid award for the purchase of a full body scanner for use by the Lake County Jail/Hill Road Facility and to authorize the sheriff/coroner/assistant purchasing agent to issue purchase order to Adani Systems Inc. in the amount of $113,662.50.
7.20: Approve late travel claim in the amount of $64 to Susan West for meal reimbursement while attending a training session.
7.21: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Lake Transit Authority in the amount of $73,920 from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019, for CALWORKS Public Transportation Services and authorize the chair to sign.
7.22: Approve contract between the county of Lake and Lake Family Resource Center in the amount of $25,000 from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019, for CALWORKS Domestic Violence Services, and authorize the chair to sign.
TIMED ITEMS
8.2, 9:10 a.m.: Presentation of Proclamation commending Kevin Seymour and Matt Selzer for their lifesaving efforts at a structure fire in Hidden Valley Lake.
8.3, 9:15 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to the Sulphur fire incident.
8.4, 9:16 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to wildfire conditions, pertaining to the Rocky, Jerusalem and Valley fires.
8.5, 9:17 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to Clayton fire.
8.6 ,9:18 a.m.: Consideration of continuing a proclamation of a local emergency due to the atmospheric river storm.
8.7, 9:20 a.m.: Appeal hearing, consideration of appeal of an administrative citation for Renatto Aguas.
8.8, 9:30 a.m.: Public hearing, consideration of a resolution amending the master fee schedule for departmental services rendered by the county.
8.9, 9:45 a.m.: Consideration and Approval of Lucerne Hotel RFP proposer’s recommendation by proposal evaluation panel.
8.10, 10:15 a.m.: Presentation from the cyanobacteria workgroup to the board.
UNTIMED ITEMS
9.2: Consideration of the following appointments: In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Advisory Committee Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Board.
9.3: Consideration of (a) board member appointment to new Redevelopment Agency Oversight Board; and (b) public member appointment to new Redevelopment Agency Oversight Board.
9.4: Consideration of (a) resolution adopting the post-employment benefits trust administered by public agency retirement services and appointing the county administrative officer as the plan administrator; and (b) resolution transferring the current balance in the Pension Stabilization Reserve (Fund 155) to the Section 115 Post-Employment Benefits Trust and authorizing initial investment portfolio option.
9.5: Consideration of an agreement for medical services in Lake County's detention facility with California Forensic Medical Group for FY 2018-2019.
9.6: Consideration of (a) amendment one to agreement between the county of Lake and Lake County Waste Solutions Inc. for solid waste handling and recycling services; and (b) amendment one to agreement between the county of Lake and South Lake Refuse Company LLC for solid waste handling and recycling services.
9.7: Consideration of resolution and adoption of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.
CLOSED SESSIONS
10.1: Public employee evaluation title: County librarian.
10.2: Employee disciplinary appeal (EDA 18-01) Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54957.
10.3: Public employee appointments pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957(b)(1): (a) Appointment of Water Resources director (b) Appointment of Community Development director.
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CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Ladies and gentlemen, Start your worms!
Live worms of all gizes will race to become sole champion of the 51st annual Clearlake International Worm Races.
The race will be held in Austin Park on Saturday, June 30, immediately following the parade.
Clear Lake is known as the “Bass Capital of the West” and worms go pole and hook with bass. Plus, it’s just plain fun for kids and kids at heart.
Last year drew more than 300 participants and this year we’re expecting an even larger turnout.
Bring your own worm, if you wish, or rent one from the famed worm stables of the Clear lake Chamber of Commerce.
Competitors in three age-class divisions – under 6 years old, 7 to 14 years old and 15 and over – will vie for cash prizes and trophies.
Formed in 1947, the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce is the original business chamber in Lake County located at 14295 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake.
For more information contact Clear Lake Chamber Office Manager Patrick Prather at 707- 994-3600.
Live worms of all gizes will race to become sole champion of the 51st annual Clearlake International Worm Races.
The race will be held in Austin Park on Saturday, June 30, immediately following the parade.
Clear Lake is known as the “Bass Capital of the West” and worms go pole and hook with bass. Plus, it’s just plain fun for kids and kids at heart.
Last year drew more than 300 participants and this year we’re expecting an even larger turnout.
Bring your own worm, if you wish, or rent one from the famed worm stables of the Clear lake Chamber of Commerce.
Competitors in three age-class divisions – under 6 years old, 7 to 14 years old and 15 and over – will vie for cash prizes and trophies.
Formed in 1947, the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce is the original business chamber in Lake County located at 14295 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake.
For more information contact Clear Lake Chamber Office Manager Patrick Prather at 707- 994-3600.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – Grillers, get ready to sizzle!
The Westside Community Park Committee is calling for all interested grillers to compete in the ninth annual “Grillin’ on the Green” cook-off.
The annual barbecue competition and family fun event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
The event takes place at Westside Community Park, 1401 Westside Park Road.
The fundraiser features food, drink and entertainment for all ages. Live music by the LC Diamonds, a car show featuring vintage vehicles from local car clubs, and children’s water activities are among the planned festivities this year.
Local organizations, individuals and professionals battle for bragging rights each year by preparing their best barbecue recipes for attendees who then cast Peoples’ Choice votes for the favorites.
Additionally, “celebrity” judges select their favorite grillers in various categories.
Organizers have announced that this year’s panel will include retired NFL defensive lineman Dana Stubblefield who played seven seasons with the 49ers and one with the Raiders. He will join veteran celebrity judge Sheriff Brian Martin in making selections.
Interested grilling chefs and team representatives are urged to sign up as soon as possible. Call Cindy Ustrud at 707-263-7091.
Sponsors of the event are sought and will be recognized at the Grillin’ on the Green event. Levels of sponsor recognition are $100, $300, $500, $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000.
Information about the event can be found on the park’s Web site, www.westsidecommunitypark.org, or on Westside Community Park’s Facebook page.
Additionally, people may call Dennis Rollins, 707-349-0969, for information.
Westside Community Park is a City of Lakeport recreational facility that has been in development for more than 15 years.
The nonprofit park committee is developing the park in conjunction with the city of Lakeport, volunteers, and numerous contributions by individuals and businesses dedicated to constructing a recreational facility for the youth and adults of Lake County.
The Westside Community Park Committee is calling for all interested grillers to compete in the ninth annual “Grillin’ on the Green” cook-off.
The annual barbecue competition and family fun event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
The event takes place at Westside Community Park, 1401 Westside Park Road.
The fundraiser features food, drink and entertainment for all ages. Live music by the LC Diamonds, a car show featuring vintage vehicles from local car clubs, and children’s water activities are among the planned festivities this year.
Local organizations, individuals and professionals battle for bragging rights each year by preparing their best barbecue recipes for attendees who then cast Peoples’ Choice votes for the favorites.
Additionally, “celebrity” judges select their favorite grillers in various categories.
Organizers have announced that this year’s panel will include retired NFL defensive lineman Dana Stubblefield who played seven seasons with the 49ers and one with the Raiders. He will join veteran celebrity judge Sheriff Brian Martin in making selections.
Interested grilling chefs and team representatives are urged to sign up as soon as possible. Call Cindy Ustrud at 707-263-7091.
Sponsors of the event are sought and will be recognized at the Grillin’ on the Green event. Levels of sponsor recognition are $100, $300, $500, $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000.
Information about the event can be found on the park’s Web site, www.westsidecommunitypark.org, or on Westside Community Park’s Facebook page.
Additionally, people may call Dennis Rollins, 707-349-0969, for information.
Westside Community Park is a City of Lakeport recreational facility that has been in development for more than 15 years.
The nonprofit park committee is developing the park in conjunction with the city of Lakeport, volunteers, and numerous contributions by individuals and businesses dedicated to constructing a recreational facility for the youth and adults of Lake County.