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Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 11, 2024

Board of Supervisors — Wednesday, September 11, 2024
BodySacramento County, California
SessionBoard of Supervisors
DateWednesday, September 11, 2024
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0:04

Good morning, everybody.

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Welcome to the Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 meeting of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors.

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Would the clerk please call the rule?

0:12

Yes, good morning, Supervisor Cernan.

0:14

Here.

0:14

Desmond Frost here, Hume Kennedy.

0:17

Here.

0:17

And you have a quorum.

0:18

This meeting of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors is cable cast live on the Metro 14, the local government affairs channel on the Comcast and ATNTU versus cable systems.

0:28

The meeting is closed captioned and live stream at Metro14Live.satCounty.gov and can be heard live for free on 96.5 FMKUBU radio.

0:38

Today's meeting will be repeated Friday, September 13th at 6 p.m.

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on Channel 14.

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This meeting can also be viewed at YouTube.com forward slash Metro Cable 14.

0:48

The Board of Supervisors fosters public engagement during the meeting and encourages public participation, civility, and use of courteous language.

0:56

The board does not condone the use of profanity, vulgar language, gestures, or other inappropriate behavior, including personal attacks or threats directed towards any meet uh meeting participant.

1:06

Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

1:10

Each speaker will be given two minutes to make a public comment and are limited to making one comment per agenda or off agenda item.

1:17

Please be mindful of the public comment procedures to avoid being interrupted while making your comment.

1:22

Comments made by the public during the Board of Supervisors meetings may include information that could be inaccurate or misleading, particularly concerning topics related to public health, photo registrations, and elections.

1:33

The county of Sacramento does not endorse or validate the accuracy of public statements made during these open public forums.

1:40

The recordings are shared to provide transparency and access to the proceedings of public meetings.

1:45

To make a comment in person, please fill out a speaker request form and hand it to clerk staff.

1:50

The chairperson will open public comments for each agenda or off agenda item and direct the clerk to call the name of each speaker.

1:56

When the clerk calls your name, please come to the podium and make your comment.

2:00

If a speaker is unavailable to make a comment prior to the closing of public comments, the speaker waves their request to speak, and the clerk will file the speaker request form in the record.

2:10

The clerk will also manage the timer and allow each speaker to two minutes to make a comment.

2:15

You may send written comments by email to board clerk at SACCounty.gov and your comments will be routed to the board and filed in the record.

2:22

And if you need an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act or from medical or other reasons, please see clerk staff or assistance or contact the clerk's office at 916-874-5451 or by email at Boardclerk at Sat County.gov.

2:36

Thank you in advance for your courtesy and understanding of the meeting procedures.

2:40

Thank you, Madam Clerk.

2:41

Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.

3:03

First item, please.

3:04

Okay, for your first item, this public comments related to matters not on the posted agenda.

3:09

And we do have folks signed up to speak.

3:12

Our first speaker is Ryan Harris.

3:25

Morning.

3:39

And our runner up also said it's a free place to open and speak freely about your job, which I'm curious to the validity behind that, given how long I've been coming here and heard no response.

3:53

Um the reason I bring her up running is because uh in typical county fashion.

4:00

They messed up some information in this instance.

4:04

It was my wrap sheet, and uh they put that I had some DUI out somewhere, and when I was applying for a county job, they said that since I didn't disclose it on the information of my past that I was denied the job.

4:21

Well, of course, I didn't disclose it because it wasn't me.

4:25

So I had to write to the um DA, which was at that time, Kamla, and she amended my timesheet.

4:36

She looked into it, found out it was incorrect, and she amended it and sent me the amended copy, which means she did her job.

4:43

Um it's funny because I'm coming here asking you guys again to look into something that was incorrect and brought you guys much proof as I showed her.

4:54

Um you guys even refused to look into it.

4:58

So I'm hoping I'm coming here to say that.

5:00

So I'm hoping I'm coming here to say that let's show that uh Kamala is leaving California because we breed greatness, not leaving because she realized, hey, I do my job, and uh the rest of these other people over here don't.

5:11

This is something you guys should think about.

5:16

Okay, Candace.

5:24

Good morning.

5:25

Morning.

5:26

Uh today I speak to you as an environmental scientist and very concerned citizen who has been actively following the Army Corps of Engineers erosion control projects on the Lower American River, specifically the precious wild and scenic area called Contract 3B.

5:40

Although I am most concerned with the about this soon-to-be decimated area, I am extremely disappointed with the overall culture of the Corps and their operations.

5:49

While our community is up in arms about the Corps' lack of community engagement, insufficient effort to incorporate alternative, less destructive designs, and their continued use of public one-way presentations to exaggerate flood risk to justify their draconian approaches to erosion control.

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We are not the first to express complaints against them and their projects.

6:10

In fact, the Corps's own environmental advisory board was formed in response to a high volume of complaints filed against the Corps.

6:18

According to an EAB 2020 memorandum, they state the following.

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They recommend that the Corps more completely account for the broad breadth of environmental benefits and harms and trade-offs in their decisions.

6:43

Having researched the designs for 3B and having seen the results of completed core projects along the lower American River, I fully agree with these above statements.

6:52

However, it seems that these internal recommendations have been ignored time and time again.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Affordable Housing█████████████████████████████29%
Homelessness█████████████13%
Public Comment█████████9%
Governance Options███████7%
Water Management██████6%
Business Licensing and Permits█████5%
Procedural████4%
Public Housing████4%
Transportation Safety███3%
Summary of Proceedings

Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 11, 2024

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors met on September 11, 2024, to address a wide range of items including public comments, consent calendar approvals, several land use and housing initiatives, fee adjustments, and a workshop on affordable housing and public housing repositioning. The meeting ran from morning into late afternoon, with a closed session recess.

Consent Calendar

  • Unanimously approved items 2 through 45, with the exception of item 40 (Local Housing Trust Fund Program application) which was held for afternoon discussion and later passed unanimously. Several supervisors provided comments on specific consent items, including road overlays (item 16), agreement with City of Elk Grove (item 15), youth suicide prevention pilot (item 37), Rancho Murieta Resilience Plan (item 14), and South Sacramento pedestrian improvements (item 18).

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Off-agenda public comments covered a variety of topics: Ryan Harris complained about a background check error affecting his job application. Candace, speaking as an environmental scientist, opposed the Army Corps of Engineers erosion control project (Contract 3B) on the Lower American River, urging the board to pause the project and improve community engagement. Nancy supported the 30x30 conservation program and argued for limited intervention on the river. Lynn Reeves criticized electronic voting systems and advocated for hand-counted paper ballots. Several other speakers promoted the 'New California' movement, expressed concerns about election integrity, and invoked constitutional principles. Pete Spaulding, from Rio Bravo Circle, urged a pause on the erosion control project and called for more community input. David Capazzano questioned the authority of unelected officials and referenced recent Supreme Court decisions. Sandy invited the public to a Constitution Day celebration.
  • On item 39 (child care contracts), a speaker from Child Action requested approval of contract increases to support low-income families and early educators.
  • On item 50 (business license fees), two massage therapists thanked the board for separating massage fee increases and working on ordinance improvements.
  • On item 52 (Maverick gas station), public comment was mixed: Joanne Harding and Gary Miller (representing Rosemont residents) opposed the project citing noise, traffic, crime, and alcohol sales concerns. Gary Miller was admonished for an inappropriate analogy. No speakers supported the project in public comment.
  • On item 53 (American River Parkway housing), public comment included: Karina Talamantes (Mayor Pro Tem of Sacramento) urged collaboration with the city and SHRA. Kathy Chow Rothbard (Lau Family Community Development) expressed interest in similar public-private partnerships. Kevin King (RD 1000) supported housing but asked for resources for displaced persons. John Vinyocki (local developer) supported the project and proposed an alternative shelter model. Mar Baya Sala (Gardenland Northgate neighborhood) noted displacement from parkway clearings. Dr. Flo Kofer asked for greater transparency and collaboration.
  • On item 54 (water rate increase), several speakers opposed the 17% initial increase and five-year plan, citing lack of transparency and high costs.
  • On item 55 (SHRA affordable housing workshop), four affordable housing developers (USA Properties, Jamboree Housing, Mercy Housing, McCormack Baron Salazar) praised SHRA as a knowledgeable and effective partner.

Discussion Items

  • Item 46 – National Public Lands Day: Approved free entry to regional parks on September 28. Presentation by Liz Bellis (Regional Parks Director). Passed unanimously.
  • Item 47 – Service Dog Awareness Month: Resolution recognizing September 2024 as Service Dog Awareness Month. Presented by Supervisor Desmond with Early Alert Canines. Passed unanimously.
  • Item 48 – National Food Safety Month: Resolution and awards to five restaurants for food safety excellence. Presentation by Geneva Monasterio (EMD) and Rolando Villarreal. Passed unanimously.
  • Item 49 – Sheriff Activity League Award: Continued to September 24.
  • Item 50 – Business License and Fictitious Business Name Fee Amendments: Staff presented an amended resolution excluding massage business fees, which will be studied and brought back in December. Supervisors Desmond and Hume expressed willingness to work on massage fee reform. Approved unanimously.
  • Item 51 – Airport System Revenue Bonds: Presentation by Colin Bettis (Debt Officer). Approval to issue up to $600 million in bonds for terminal improvements. No general fund pledge. Approved unanimously.
  • Item 52 – Maverick Gas Station and Convenience Store (Boundary Line Adjustment, CUP, etc.): Staff presentation by Leanne Mueller (Planning). Project includes a gas station, convenience store, and alcohol sales (beer/wine). Planning Commission and CPAC recommended approval. Supervisor Hume abstained after expressing concern for constituents but acknowledged applicant responsiveness. Motion carried with Hume abstaining.
  • Item 53 – American River Parkway Funding for Sheltering and Housing: Presentation by Emily Halkin (Homeless Services and Housing). Proposal to use $19.4 million from state parkway funding for 50 scattered-site shelter beds ($5.5M for three years) and partnership with Sutter Capital to acquire the Residence Inn for 176 units ($13.9M total, including $8M acquisition and $5.9M rental subsidy). The project will set aside 32 units for homeless individuals at 30% AMI and the rest at 80% AMI (workforce). Extensive discussion on RFQ process, governance, and community impact. Approved unanimously.
  • Item 54 – Water Service Fee Increase (Zone 41): Presentation by Matt Seitao (Water Agency). Proposed 17% increase on November 1, then 8%, 7%, 7%, 7% over five years. Cited inflation, capital needs, and regulatory drivers. Public hearing held; 92 protests received (below threshold). Supervisors Hume and Kennedy expressed reluctance but voted for the increase, arguing it is necessary to avoid greater future costs. Approved unanimously.
  • Item 55 – Affordable Housing and Rental Assistance Demonstration Program Workshop: SHRA and CSG Advisors presented background on public housing, asset repositioning, RAD program, and financing. Discussion covered governance, SHRA's role, waiting list statistics (29.6% homeless), and cost-effectiveness of preservation vs. new construction. Public comment from developers praised SHRA. The item was received and filed. The remaining agenda items 56 and 40 were continued to September 24 (item 56) or heard immediately (item 40).
  • Item 40 (held from consent) – Local Housing Trust Fund Program Application: Approved unanimously to apply for up to $5 million in state matching funds.

Key Outcomes

  • Consent Calendar: Approved (items 2-45 except 40) unanimously.
  • Item 46: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 47: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 48: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 49: Continued to September 24.
  • Item 50: Approved unanimously (massage fees deferred).
  • Item 51: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 52: Approved (4-0-1, Supervisor Hume abstaining).
  • Item 53: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 54: Approved unanimously (fees effective November 1).
  • Item 55: Received and filed.
  • Item 40: Approved unanimously.
  • Item 56: Continued to September 24.
  • Appointments and continuances: Approved as listed.
  • The board adjourned in memory of Ryan Allen Fleener.

Meeting Transcript

Good morning, everybody. Welcome to the Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 meeting of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. Would the clerk please call the rule? Yes, good morning, Supervisor Cernan. Here. Desmond Frost here, Hume Kennedy. Here. And you have a quorum. This meeting of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors is cable cast live on the Metro 14, the local government affairs channel on the Comcast and ATNTU versus cable systems. The meeting is closed captioned and live stream at Metro14Live.satCounty.gov and can be heard live for free on 96.5 FMKUBU radio. Today's meeting will be repeated Friday, September 13th at 6 p.m. on Channel 14. This meeting can also be viewed at YouTube.com forward slash Metro Cable 14. The Board of Supervisors fosters public engagement during the meeting and encourages public participation, civility, and use of courteous language. The board does not condone the use of profanity, vulgar language, gestures, or other inappropriate behavior, including personal attacks or threats directed towards any meet uh meeting participant. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Each speaker will be given two minutes to make a public comment and are limited to making one comment per agenda or off agenda item. Please be mindful of the public comment procedures to avoid being interrupted while making your comment. Comments made by the public during the Board of Supervisors meetings may include information that could be inaccurate or misleading, particularly concerning topics related to public health, photo registrations, and elections. The county of Sacramento does not endorse or validate the accuracy of public statements made during these open public forums. The recordings are shared to provide transparency and access to the proceedings of public meetings. To make a comment in person, please fill out a speaker request form and hand it to clerk staff. The chairperson will open public comments for each agenda or off agenda item and direct the clerk to call the name of each speaker. When the clerk calls your name, please come to the podium and make your comment. If a speaker is unavailable to make a comment prior to the closing of public comments, the speaker waves their request to speak, and the clerk will file the speaker request form in the record. The clerk will also manage the timer and allow each speaker to two minutes to make a comment. You may send written comments by email to board clerk at SACCounty.gov and your comments will be routed to the board and filed in the record. And if you need an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act or from medical or other reasons, please see clerk staff or assistance or contact the clerk's office at 916-874-5451 or by email at Boardclerk at Sat County.gov. Thank you in advance for your courtesy and understanding of the meeting procedures. Thank you, Madam Clerk. Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. First item, please. Okay, for your first item, this public comments related to matters not on the posted agenda. And we do have folks signed up to speak. Our first speaker is Ryan Harris. Morning. And our runner up also said it's a free place to open and speak freely about your job, which I'm curious to the validity behind that, given how long I've been coming here and heard no response. Um the reason I bring her up running is because uh in typical county fashion. They messed up some information in this instance. It was my wrap sheet, and uh they put that I had some DUI out somewhere, and when I was applying for a county job, they said that since I didn't disclose it on the information of my past that I was denied the job. Well, of course, I didn't disclose it because it wasn't me. So I had to write to the um DA, which was at that time, Kamla, and she amended my timesheet. She looked into it, found out it was incorrect, and she amended it and sent me the amended copy, which means she did her job. Um it's funny because I'm coming here asking you guys again to look into something that was incorrect and brought you guys much proof as I showed her. Um you guys even refused to look into it. So I'm hoping I'm coming here to say that. So I'm hoping I'm coming here to say that let's show that uh Kamala is leaving California because we breed greatness, not leaving because she realized, hey, I do my job, and uh the rest of these other people over here don't. This is something you guys should think about. Okay, Candace. Good morning.

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