MINUTES
Regular Meeting December 1, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.)

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Vice Chairman Fust called the meeting to order at 9:02 am at the Anderson City Council Chambers, 1887 Howard Street, in Anderson, California. Commissioners Baugh, Farr, Fust, Kehoe, Mathena, Morgan and Yarbrough were present. Commissioners Gover and Haynes were absent. Executive Officer Mickelson and Clerk Marissa Jackson were present as staff. Alternate Commissioner Jones was present as a member of the audience.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Mathena led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted.

MINUTES
The minutes of October 2, 2011 were presented. By motion made and seconded (Farr, Baugh) the minutes were approved.

BUDGET & FISCAL AFFAIRS
Fiscal Year 2011-12 2nd Quarter Transaction Register
The Fiscal Year 2011-12 2nd Quarter Transaction Register was presented for review and adoption. Commissioner Morgan questioned the TriCounties service charge and was advised by Ms. Mickelson that TriCounties has again agreed to waive the fee retroactively and will give us another six month reprieve. Ms. Mickelson further reported that she is researching another debit card option with US Bank. By motion made and seconded (Baugh, Mathena), the 2nd Quarter Transaction Register was approved.

Consideration of Checking Account Statements
Ms. Mickelson presented the following bank statements: US Bank: two statements dated September 30, 2011 and October 31, 2011; Tri Counties Bank: one statement dated October 17, 2011; and LAIF: two statements dated September 2011 and October 2011. Commissioner Baugh asked whether or not reserves were at their normal levels. Ms. Mickelson confirmed they were. The Commission approved (Baugh, Mathena) the bank statements as presented.

SPECIAL STUDIES AND REPORTS
Municipal Services Review: Mountain Gate Community Services District Draft
Executive Officer Mickelson reported that the Municipal Service Review for Mountain Gate Community Services District is in the beginning draft stages and that she is working with the District to finalize the document. She also advised that members of the District were present to answer any question for the Commission.

Commissioner Morgan asked whether or not the District had a mutual aid agreement with Mountain Gate Fire Protection District and/or the Shasta Lake Fire Protection District. District Manager Jeff Cole reported that the District does have mutual aid agreements with both districts. He reported that response times for his district are pretty good and on average they have 18 to 25 volunteers. He also stated that he is in his second year with the District and feels they are making great strides in moving forward.

Commissioner Mathena asked that prior board members names be omitted in the final draft. Commissioner Kehoe thanked Ms. Mickelson and the District for their efforts. The Commission approved the draft as amended (Yarbrough, Kehoe).

Municipal Services Review: Igo Ono Community Services District Draft
The Municipal Service Review for Igo Ono Community Services District has been postponed pending a meeting with the CSD Board Chair.

CHANGES OF ORGANIZATION AND/OR REORGANIZATION
Report on Upcoming or Potential LAFCO Activity
Executive Officer Mickelson reported that the she recently met with a new consultant to discuss the timeline regarding the Fall River Valley Community Services District’s Sphere of Influence Amendment. She also reported that there are several small annexations being discussed, but nothing has materialized as of this date. Commissioner Fust inquired as to the status of the Shasta CSD dissolution or possible merger. Ms. Mickelson advised him that the majority of the rate payers are supporting the District remaining as an Independent District and that no recent action had been taken by the Board to initiate a change in organization.

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
CalPERS Resolution for Employer Paid Member Contributions
Ms. Mickelson reported that CalPERS recently changed their online reporting system and has subsequently determined that a resolution from our 2007 initial contract is missing from their files. As such, they have requested that the Commission adopt the resolution. No changes will be made to the current contract status by adoption of the resolution as requested.

Gary Cadd, a member of the public, expressed his concern that LAFCO needs oversight and that he would like the issues of retirement and healthcare put before the Board and then the public. Commissioner Baugh asked whether or not Mr. Cadd was aware of the financial scrutiny applied to Shasta LAFCO and if he would like to be brought up to date. Mr. Cadd stated that he would.

The Commission voted to approve (Kehoe, Baugh) Resolution No. 11-04, CalPERS Employer Paid Member Contributions. Commissioner Morgan requested that Ms. Mickelson gather information from other LAFCOs regarding benefit packages and bring it back to the Commission on a future agenda for comparison.

OTHER BUSINESS
Interviews and Appointment of the Public Member and the Public Member Alternate
Commissioner Kehoe nominated John Mathena as the Public Member and Larry Russell as the Public Member Alternate. All members were in favor (Commissioner Mathena abstained) and motion was passed (Kehoe, Baugh).

Election of Vice Chair for Remainder of Term Through June 2012
Staff announced that as allowed by policy, Vice Chairman Fust had agreed to serve out the remainder of Chairman Gover’s term, upon his decision to not seek re-appointment. Thus Commissioner Fust will serve as Chairman until June of 2012, creating a need to fill the Vice Chair position until that time. The Commission thanked Commissioner Fust for his willingness to serve and welcomed his as Chairman. Commissioner Kehoe then nominated Commissioner Baugh to serve as the Vice Chair for the remainder of the term (until June 2012). The motion passed unanimously (Kehoe, Yarbrough).

Election Proceedings and Timeline for Special District Commissioner and Alternate Elections
The Executive Officer advised that the Special District Elections were underway and should be finalized by the beginning of February 2012.

Website Launch
Ms. Mickelson reported that the website has been completed and gave a brief presentation and tour of the site which reflects LAFCO’s new logo and provides an abundance of information for users.

Commendation for Commissioner Gover
Commissioner Fust read the commendation for years of service by Commissioner Gover.

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Mathena announced that CALTRANS is selling equipment, should any of the special districts have a need to purchase items. Commissioner Yarbrough announced a ribbon cutting ceremony on December 18th for the Veteran’s Walk of Honor in Anderson.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Mickelson announced that the LAFCO Office will be closed from December 26th through January 3rd. She further advised the next LAFCO Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 9:00 am at City of Redding. This is a special meeting date to allow City Select Committee to make their determinations as to who will be seated.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Fust adjourned the meeting at 10:05 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Marissa Jackson
Clerk to the Commission

MINUTES

Regular Meeting October 6, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.) 

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Chairman Fust called the meeting to order at 9:00 am at the Shasta County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1450 Court Street, Suite 263, in Redding, California. Commissioners Baugh, Farr, Fust, Haynes, Kehoe, Mathena and Yarbrough were present.   Commissioner Gover was absent. Executive Officer Mickelson, Attorney Elizabeth Johnson and Clerk Marissa Jackson were present as staff. Alternate Commissioners Jones and Morgan were present as members of the audience. The commissioners and staff introduced themselves for members of the audience.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Fust led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted.

PRESENTATION
Executive Officer Mickelson introduced Fall River Valley Community Services District’s (FRVCSD) Sphere of Influence proposal. John Van den Bergh, General Manager of FRVCSD, stated after meeting with LAFCO over the summer, the CSD still has questions on how to proceed and requested that the Commission sit down with them and work out opinions on LAFCO law. Commissioner Baugh stated that he would like to hear the questions, but prefers that public business be kept public. Mr. Van den Bergh stated that he does not want to submit the application until he knows he is on solid legal ground. Commissioner Fust stated that we cannot give input until the application has been submitted and encouraged Mr. Van den Berg to do so. Ms. Mickelson also stated that modifications occur after a proposal has been submitted.

Commissioner Kehoe reported a phone call from Mark Cibula regarding this matter. Commissioner Kehoe stated that he requires staff to be treated with respect and that we need to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.

MINUTES
The minutes of August 4, 2011 and September 26, 2011 were presented. By motion made and seconded (Mathena, Yarbrough) both items were approved. Commissioner Baugh voted to approve the minutes, adding that he did not attend either meeting.

BUDGET & FISCAL AFFAIRS
Fiscal Year 2011-12 1st Quarter Transaction Register
The Fiscal Year 2011-12 1st Quarter Transaction Register was presented for review and adoption. By motion made and seconded (Baugh, Mathena), the 1st Quarter Transaction Register was approved.

Consideration of Checking Account Statements
Ms. Mickelson presented the following bank statements: US Bank: two statements dated July 31, 2011 and August 31, 2011; Tri Counties Bank: two statements dated August 17, 2011 and September 18, 2011; and LAIF: two statements dated July 2011 and August 2011. The Commission approved (Baugh, Mathena) the bank statements as presented.

CHANGES OF ORGANIZATION AND/OR REORGANIZATION
Report on Upcoming or Potential LAFCO Activity
Ms. Mickelson reported that the City of Redding and Shasta Community Services District have resolved the remaining issues related to the Salt Creek Detachment. She recommended the Commission approve the agreement made between the parties. Doug DeMallie, Planning Manager at City of Redding, was in the audience. He spoke in support of the staff recommendation, noting the issue was simply an oversight and that the agreement will serve both the City and the CSD. The Commission approved the Water Service Agreement by motion made and seconded (Kehoe, Baugh).

Ms. Mickelson reported that the Fall River Valley CSD has circulated a document discussing a very large Sphere of Influence Amendment, as well as multiple annexation and consolidation options. LAFCO staff appeared before the FRVCSD Board in August and requested that they consider further discussion in an effort to adhere to LAFCO standards prior to adoption.

There are two A.C.I.D. items are currently in review with the City of Anderson and several other items from various agencies which have been discussed with staff.

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
Executive Officer Mickelson reported that LAFCO had last amended a Fee/Deposit Schedule in 2002 and that fees are not being increased; only the amount of deposit required at filing is being increased. It is the desire of staff to give proponents a better idea up front of the costs involved in any given project. Commissioner Kehoe stressed that he does not want to create a financial hardship in any of the smaller districts, as such the Commission voted to approve (Baugh, Yarbrough) the staff recommendation, with the additional provision to allow the Executive Officer to grant hardships on a case by case basis.

Commissioner Baugh requested that Ms. Mickelson review actual costs, not in an effort to increase revenue, but to ensure that LAFCO remains solvent while serving the community.

OTHER BUSINESS
Executive Officer Mickelson reported that she served as a delegate at the CALAFCO conference and found it to be very insightful. She also attended a session regarding California Forward initiatives. Commissioner Mathena also reported that he had attended the conference and was especially impressed with Orange County LAFCOs ingenuity in determining ways to save money by collaborating with the districts in their area.

Ms. Mickelson reported that the website is nearing completion with an expected launch date of December 1, 2011. The new website will reflect LAFCO’s logo and will provide much more information for the public than the current website.

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Haynes thanked the alternates in the audience for their presence at each meeting.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Mickelson reminded the Commission that the next LAFCO Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 9:00 am at Anderson City Council Chambers.

CLOSED SESSION
At 10:17 am the public portion of the meeting was closed. At 10:42 am, the Commission returned from closed session. Attorney Liz Johnson reported that the Commission had voted to direct Mr. Van den Bergh to submit the application requesting a Sphere of Influence amendment, and confirmed that the District’s questions and concerns should be handled during LAFCO’s regular public procedure for processing such applications. She went on to say that the Commission was satisfied that specific questions and concerns would be addressed during the course of handling the District’s application.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Fust adjourned the meeting at 10:43 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Marissa Jackson           
Clerk to the Commission

MINUTES
Executive Committee Meeting
September 26, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.)

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Vice Chairman Fust called the meeting to order at 9:00 am at the Shasta LAFCO Office (2516 Goodwater Avenue, Suite A) in Redding, California. Committee Member David Kehoe was present. Chairman Gover was absent. City Member Alternate Jones was also present. Executive Officer Mickelson was present as staff.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted.

CLOSED SESSION
The Committee Adjourned to Closed Session, Pursuant to Government Code Section 5456.9(b), regarding Potential Litigation (1 Case).

REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
The Committee authorized the sending of a letter from the Chair, inviting Fall River Valley CSD to make an informational presentation at the next regular LAFCO Meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Vice Chairman Fust adjourned the meeting at 9:30 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Amy Mickelson
Executive Officer to the Commission

MINUTES
Regular Meeting August 4, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.)

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Acting Chairman Mathena called the meeting to order at 9:00 am at the Redding City Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA. Commissioners Farr, Morgan and Yarbrough were present. Commissioners Baugh, Fust, Gover, Hartman, Haynes and Kehoe were absent. Executive Officer Mickelson and Clerk Marissa Jackson were present as staff. Alternate Commissioner Jones was present as a member of the audience.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Yarbrough led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted.

MINUTES
The minutes of June 2, 2011 were presented. By motion made and seconded (Farr, Yarbrough) the Commission approved the June 2, 2011 minutes.

BUDGET & FISCAL AFFAIRS
Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register
The Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register was presented for review and adoption. Executive Officer Mickelson went over the transaction register to clarify the order of check numbers.

Fiscal Year 2011-12 1st Quarter Transaction Register
The Fiscal Year 2011-12 1st Quarter Transaction Register was distributed for adoption and review. Ms. Mickelson advised that deposits from special districts were now listed individually and would continue to be in future registers.

Consideration of Checking Account Statements
Ms. Mickelson presented the following bank statements: US Bank: two statements dated May 31, 2011 and June 20, 2011; Tri Counties Bank: three statements dated May 17, 2011, June 19, 2011 and July 17, 2011; and LAIF: three statements dated April 2011, May 2011 and June 2011.

By motion made and seconded (Farr, Morgan) the Commission approved the transaction registers and bank statements as presented.
Adopted August 4, 2011 Minutes

CHANGES OF ORGANIZATION AND/OR REORGANIZATION
Report on Upcoming or Potential LAFCO Activity
Ms. Mickelson reported that the Elk Trails Annexation has been completed.

Ms. Mickelson advised that Fall River Valley CSD has circulated a document discussing a Sphere of Influence Amendment, as well as numerous annexations and consolidation options. LAFCO submitted comments on the study and will provide a summary as to their action once it has been determined. LAFCO staff met with some members of their board in June. There are concerns that CSD services cannot be provided to the entire valley.

The two annexations to ACID have moved through the board and are awaiting formal applications.

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
Audit RFP
Ms. Mickelson reported as to the responses received pursuant to the Request for Proposals for an audit as well as findings regarding the use of an Audit Committee in place of or in coordination with the independent audit process. It was found that many LAFCOs use an Executive Committee structure to conduct procedural and financial reviews outside of a formal audit investigation. Ms. Mickelson believes it is wise to conduct an independent audit on occasion as the Commission closely reviews transactions. This item will be placed back on the agenda so LAFCO staff can contact local CPAs to determine whether or not any would be interested in serving on an Audit Committee.
By motion made and seconded (Yarbrough, Farr) the Commission approved the action.

Web RFP
Ms. Mickelson reported as to the responses received pursuant to the Request for Proposals for website design and development. Staff considered referenced sites and options offered within each response and determined that Innovative Web Designs would best meet LAFCO needs.

By motion made and seconded (Farr, Morgan) the Commission approved the action.

OTHER BUSINESS
CALAFCO Business Delegate
Ms. Mickelson reported that no commissioner responded that they would be attending the 2011 CALAFCO Conference in Napa August 31 through September 2. As such, Ms. Mickelson requested to be nominated to vote on behalf of the Commission. Commissioner Mathena stated that he might be able to attend. Commissioner Farr recommended authorizing Ms. Mickelson to vote.

By motion made and seconded (Farr, Yarbrough) the Commission approved the nomination.

California Forward: Smart Government July Update
Executive Officer Mickelson reported that it appears statewide LAFCO concerns have been heard and it would appear that a recommendation has been made to expand LAFCO authority to evaluate local agency performance. She will continue to monitor the situation closely and report back to the Commission with changes as they occur.

Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Ms. Mickelson reported this item was included on the agenda in error. Elections are scheduled for June 2012.

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no commissioner announcements.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Mickelson thanked the Commissioners for attending the meeting, and Commissioner Mathena for acting as chair. She also reminded the Commission that the next LAFCO Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at 9:00 am at Shasta County Board of Supervisors.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Mathena adjourned the meeting at 9:50 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Marissa Jackson 
Clerk to the Commission

MINUTES
Regular Meeting June 2, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.)

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Vice Chairman Fust called the meeting to order at 9:00 am at the Anderson City Council Chambers, 1887 Howard St., Anderson, CA. Commissioners Farr, Fust, Haynes, Mathena and Yarbrough were present. Commissioners Gover, Baugh and Kehoe were absent. Executive Officer Amy Mickelson and Clerk/Analyst Marissa Jackson were present as staff. Alternate Commissioners Jones and Morgan were present as members of the audience.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Haynes led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted.

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING
The Executive Officer presented the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Final Budget to the Commission. Ms. Mickelson noted there were no changes from the Draft Budget and offered to go over the Budget line by line. She also mentioned that the Budget Committee had not met since the Draft Budget hearing and did not have any recommended changes to the Final Budget as presented.

At 9:05 am, the public comment period on the 2011-12 Final Budget was opened. There being no comments, the public comment period was also closed at 9:05 am.

By motion made and seconded (Mathena, Yarbrough) the 2011-12 Final Budget was approved as presented.

MINUTES
The minutes of April 28, 2011 were presented. By motion made and seconded (Haynes, Mathena) the Commission approved the April 28, 2011 minutes.

BUDGET & FISCAL AFFAIRS
Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register
The Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register was presented for review and adoption. By motion made and seconded (Mathena, Yarbrough) the 4th Quarter Transaction Register was approved.

Consideration of Checking Account Statements
The Executive Officer presented the following bank statements: US Bank statement dated 4/30/2011; Tri Counties Bank statement dated 4/17/2011; and LAIF statement dated 04/15/2011. By motion made and seconded (Haynes, Mathena) the Commission approved the bank statements as presented.

CHANGES OF ORGANIZATION AND/OR REORGANIZATION
Report on Upcoming or Potential LAFCO Activity
The Executive Officer presented the report on current and projected LAFCO activity. Commissioner Farr requested the status of the Westlands Water District inquiry (from 2010). Ms. Mickelson reported that there has been no follow-up activity and no reportable Westlands Water District Board action. Commissioner Fust added that it had been dormant since our letter was sent. Ms. Mickelson noted that any activity on this matter would be placed on the agenda.

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
SDRMA Board of Directors Elections
The Executive Officer presented the SDRMA Board of Elections packet for Board consideration. Ms. Mickelson advised that the Commission has the option to vote due to our membership in SDRMA and CSDA. After some discussion, Commissioner Farr motioned to vote for Sandy Raffelson, Ed Gray and Edmund Sprague. The seconded was made by Commissioner Mathena. There was no further discussion on the matter.

Shasta LAFCO Records Retention Policy
The Executive Officer presented the Shasta LAFCO Records Retention Policy to the Commission and advised that there is currently no Records policy in place. Commissioner Fust asked who the ‘Clerk’ was. Ms. Mickelson advised that Marissa Jackson serves as Clerk to the Commission and would submit the form to the Executive Officer for approval. Commissioner Fust also asked where the documents would be stored and if scanned documents be destroyed. Ms. Mickelson advised that the documents are already in our possession, the Analyst has been scanning documents for some time and some can be destroyed, depending on the Records Retention Schedule. By motion made and seconded (Haynes, Yarbrough) the Commission approved the Records Retention Policy as presented.

Audit RFP
The Executive Officer reported to the Commission that Shasta LAFCO’s last independent financial audit was for fiscal year 2008-09. After some discussion, a motion was made (Mathena, Farr) directing the Executive Officer to draft and circulate an RFP and report back at the next meeting. Commissioner Fust recommended Commissioner Mathena to serve on the audit committee.

Website RFP
The Executive Officer reported that Shasta LAFCOs website needed to be updated and hosted in a different way than it has been in the past. Ms. Mickelson advised that staff is interested in learning to do so in-house, but would like to analyze costs prior to making a determination. After a brief discussion a motion was made (Mathena, Yarbrough) directing the staff to draft and circulate an RFP for website design and hosting.

OTHER BUSINESS
California Forward: Smart Government Framework
The Executive Officer reports that she has been involved in many meetings regarding special districts over the past few months and California Forward is seemingly very interested in Special District consolidation and oversight. Ms. Mickelson stated that she wants to make sure the Commission is aware of this issue and she will continue to monitor the situation closely, reporting changes as they occur.

Gary Cadd, a member of the public, addressed the Commission stating that he felt California Forward was problematic and that we should take a close look at what it really represents, being careful of initiatives they bring forward.

Ms. Mickelson offered to reach out to the smaller counties in our area. Commissioner Mathena requested that Ms. Mickelson also attend the next Regional Transportation Planning Agency meeting.

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Haynes thanked Alternate Commissioners Jones, Mathena and Morgan for consistently attending meetings. She stated her concern that no alternate has been present for the County and asked for suggestions as to stimulate or encourage participation.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Mickelson reminded the Commission that the next LAFCO Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 9:00 am at Redding City Council Chambers.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Vice Chairman Fust adjourned the meeting at 9:53 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Marissa Jackson
Clerk to the Commission

MINUTES
Regular Meeting April 28, 2011

(These minutes are not intended to be a verbatim transcription of the proceedings and discussion associated with the business on the Commission’s agenda; rather, what follows is a summary of the order of business and general nature of testimony, Commission deliberation, and action taken.)

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Chairman Gover called the meeting to order at 9:02 am in the Shasta County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1450 Court Street, Suite 263, Redding, CA. Commissioners Farr, Fust, Gover, Kehoe, Yarbrough and Haynes were present. Commissioner Baugh was absent. Executive Officer Amy Mickelson, Clerk/Analyst Marissa Jackson and Mary Hill were present as staff. Alternate Commissioners Jones, Mathena and Morgan were present as members of the audience.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Yarbrough led the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment submitted. However, in honor of Take Your Daughter to Work Day, Ms. Mickelson extended a warm welcome to Ava Jackson, daughter of Clerk/Analyst Marissa Jackson. Commissioner Kehoe invited Ms. Ava Jackson to sit at the panel alongside her mother. The Chair and full Commission concurred. Ms. Ava Jackson was then seated at the Clerk of the Board’s station.

NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING: FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 DRAFT BUDGET
The Executive Officer presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2011-12 Draft Budget. Ms. Mickelson noted that LAFCO should finish the current Fiscal Year slightly under budget. Ms. Mickelson proceeded to review the proposed budget and answered questions as they were asked during the budget presentation.

Commissioner Farr asked for clarification regarding the Benefits Reserve Account. Ms. Mickelson advised that those monies were to provide benefits for the Clerk/Analyst position if it were necessary for that position to return to a full-time position during the upcoming Fiscal Year. It is not anticipated that the position will necessitate a full-time allocation, but she does want to budget for it in the event that several proposals are filed simultaneously.

Commissioner Fust questioned the year notation (2010-11) for the line item of Postage & Shipping. Ms. Mickelson acknowledged that it should be 2011-12, as should the Postage line item.
Commissioner Fust asked if the budget had been posted on the Shasta LAFCO website. Ms. Mickelson stated that it had. She also noted that it had been emailed or mailed to each of the Special Districts, Cities and the County.

Regarding Transportation/Travel – Commission Training, Ms. Mickelson advised the Commission that this item had not been included for several years, but there are potential legislative changes in the coming year which may warrant Commission education. She also pointed out that the Napa location would allow Commissioners to drive, thus keeping costs to a minimum. Commissioner Fust asked when the CALAFCO Annual Conference in Napa would be held. Ms. Mickelson replied that the conference would be held August 31 – September 2, 2011.

At 9:32 am, the Public comment period on the 2011-12 Draft Budget was opened. There were no comments submitted, thus the Public comment period was closed at 9:32 am.

By motion made and seconded (Kehoe, Fust) the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Draft Budget was approved as submitted. Commissioner Fust provided the second and thanked Commissioners Farr, Mathena and Ms. Mickelson for their effort in putting the Draft Budget together.

MINUTES
The minutes of March 3, 2011 were presented. By motion made and seconded (Haynes, Yarbrough), the Commission approved the March 3, 2011 minutes. Commissioner Fust abstained due to his absence from said meeting.

BUDGET & FISCAL AFFAIRS
Fiscal Year 2010-11 3rd Quarter Transaction Register
The corrected Fiscal Year 2010-11 3rd Quarter Transaction Register was distributed for review. By motion made and seconded (Gover, Kehoe) the 3rd Quarter Transaction Register was approved.

Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register and Consideration of Checking Account Statements
The corrected Fiscal Year 2010-11 4th Quarter Transaction Register was distributed for review.

The Commission considered the checking account statements as presented.

By motion made and seconded (Kehoe, Farr), the Commission approved the 4th Quarter Transaction Register and the checking account statements as presented.

CHANGES OF ORGANIZATION AND/OR REORGANIZATION
Report on Upcoming or Potential LAFCO Activity
Ms. Mickelson reported that the Salt Creek Detachment is an expected proposal which, over the years has been listed under several different project names. This project is actually a correction of a minor error that occurred during a previous LAFCO reorganization involving the City of Redding and Shasta CSD. The City and District are considering a contract to transfer responsibilities and assets. Once that agreement is in place, staff expects the project to be filed with LAFCO.

There are two ACID proposals that are currently being re-circulated under CEQA. Staff has met with the District Manager and would expect both proposals to be filed in the coming months.

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
No reports

OTHER BUSINESS
None stated

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Gover requested that Ms. Mickelson introduce members of the audience which included; Mary Hill, Alternate Commissioners Patrick Jones, John Mathena and Stephen Morgan. Shasta County Administrative Officer Larry Lees was also present and introduced.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Mickelson informed the Commission that the next LAFCO Meeting would be held on Thursday, June 2, 2011, at 9:00 am at Anderson City Council Chambers. She noted that this was a different date than previously planned.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Gover adjourned the meeting at 9:43 am.

Respectfully submitted,

Amy K. Mickelson
Executive Officer, Acting Clerk to the Commission