Board of Supervisors

File Pre-SAS 114 Audit Letter for ending June 30 2026

The Board received the Pre‑Statement of Auditing Standards 114 letter from Brown Armstrong for FY ending June 30 2026.

Adopt a Resolution honoring his holiness the Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 91st Birthday.

Consider recommendations regarding the Auditor-Controller’s Report on the Santa Barbara County Treasurer’s Investment Pool Statement of Assets as of March 31, 2026, as follows: a) Receive and file the Auditor-Controller's Report on the Santa Barbara County Treasurer’s Investment Pool Statement of Assets as of March 31, 2026; and b) Determine that the above actions are not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA Guidelines because they consist of the creation of government funding mechanisms which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

Consider recommendations regarding the Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program Agreement 24-0824-017-SG with the California department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), as follows: a) Approve, ratify and authorize the Chair of the Board of Supervisors to execute an agreement with the CDFA in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to reimburse the County for the registration of Industrial Hemp growers and seed breeders and the enforcement of laws and regulations pertaining to industrial hemp for the period of February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2028; and b) Determine that the above action involves government funding mechanisms and/or fiscal activities and is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4).

Adopt a Resolution honoring Ann McCarty upon her retirement from the North County Rape Crisis and Child Protection Center after over 30 years of faithful and distinguished service to the citizens of Santa Barbara County.

Adopt Behavioral Health services Act Integrated Plan

Board approved and adopted the final Behavioral Health Services Act County Integrated Plan for FY 2026‑2029.

Vote on Lompoc Valley Medical Center election consolidation with 2026 statewide election

The board approved the request of the Lompoc Valley Medical Center to fix its election date and consolidate with the statewide General Election on November 3, 2026.

Vote on Crestwood Behavioral Health service contract

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute a service agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health for crisis residential treatment and related services for FY 2026‑2029, with a maximum contract amount of $5,814,680, including $2,464,840 for FY 2026‑27, $2,494,840 for FY 2027‑28, and $855,000 for FY 2028‑29.

Vote on Buellton 2026 municipal election notice and consolidation

The Board approved calling and giving notice of a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Consider recommendations regarding the Authorization to Apply for Homekey+ Funding for Permanent Supportive Housing, Fifth District, as follows: a) Authorize the Director of the Community services department (CSD), or designee, to submit to the California department of Housing and Community Development (State HCD) a Grant Application for the 2024 Homekey+ Program in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000.00 for the development and operations of a permanent supportive housing project at 124 S. College Drive, Santa Maria, CA, 93454, including all certifications, standard forms, and other related documents (Application); b) Adopt a Resolution authorizing the Application and participation in the Homekey Program, and the acceptance and administration of Homekey+ funds; c) Authorize the Director of the CSD, or designee, to execute all certifications, standard forms, and local grant agreements, and other related documents required for the acceptance and administration of Homekey+ funds, subject to concurrence by Auditor-Controller, County Counsel and Risk Management; and d) Determine that the recommended actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 50675.1.4, finding that the proposed “Homekey” project is to provide housing for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness. and that the project satisfies the requirements described more fully in Section 50675.1.4.

Vote on Council on Alcoholism DUI program services contract

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute an agreement with the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse for DUI program administrative services.

Vote on CCP Housing Loan Documents with Good Samaritan Shelter

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute the amended and restated CCP loan agreements with Good Samaritan Shelter.

Vote on ServiceNow SaaS & Managed services contract

Board approved authorizing the Chair to execute a ServiceNow SaaS subscription contract for a total maximum contract amount not to exceed $1,005,498.00 for FY 2026‑2029.

Vote on First Amendment to Psynergy mental health services contract

Board approved a First Amendment to the Psynergy mental health services contract, adding $402,435 and raising the total maximum to $8,891,655 for FY 2024‑2027.

Vote on services Agreement with Mental Wellness Center for 2026-27

Board approved a Services Agreement with Mental Wellness Center to provide mental health, intensive residential, and adult housing support services for FY 2026‑2027, up to $3,811,331.

Vote on CALM, Inc. mental health services contract

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute a services agreement with CALM, Inc. to provide mental health services to children and youth.

Vote on PathPoint adult residential housing services contract

The Board approved a services agreement with PathPoint to provide an adult residential facility and housing support, with a total maximum contract amount of $9,975,222.00.

Vote on services Agreement with Transitions – Mental Health Association

Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute a Services Agreement with Transitions – Mental Health Association for FY 2026‑2027, not to exceed $3,106,595.00.

Vote on Telecare mental health services contract

The Board approved a services agreement with Telecare Corporation to provide specialty mental health services in residential settings at four facilities, with a total maximum contract amount of $11,336,903.00.

Vote on amendments to Good Samaritan Shelter services contract

The Board approved the First Amendment adding 29 beds, pet care navigation services, and increasing the contract amount by $2,502,088 to a maximum of $6,582,528.

Adopt candidate cost rules and schedule 2026 municipal election

The board adopted regulations on payment of costs and deposits for candidate statements.

Vote on multiple housing and services funding agreements

The board approved $9,823 to Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) for home repair in Santa Maria and $31,542 to Partners in Housing Solutions for at‑risk homelessness assistance.

Vote on mental health services contract with Casa Pacifica

Board approved authorizing the Chair to execute a mental health services contract with Casa Pacifica for a total maximum contract amount not to exceed $5,602,530.00 for FY 2026‑2028.

Consider recommendations regarding approval and execution of Escalante Meadows Affordable Housing Development (Project) Authorizing Resolution; Fifth District, as follows: a) Approve a State of California Housing and Community Development Authorizing Resolution affirming completion of the Project and authorize execution by the Board Chair; and b) Determine that adoption of the resolution is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5) because it consists of government administrative or fiscal activities that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

Consider recommendations regarding the approval of and execution of a Second Amendment to the Agreement with the Santa Barbara County Immigration Legal Defense Center to extend the term for one (1) year, as follows: a) Approve and authorize the Chair of the Board to execute a Second Amendment to the Mental Health services Cannabis General Fund (CGF) Agreement (Agreement) with Santa Barbara County Immigration Legal Defense Center to extend the term for one (1) year; and b) Determine that the recommended actions are not the approval of a project that is subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4), finding that the actions are not a project as they are the creation of government funding mechanisms or other government fiscal activities which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant impact on the environment, and direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption.

Vote on $10,000 Triton audio-visual system maintenance

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute a contract with Triton Technology Solutions for maintenance of the Emergency Operations Center audio‑visual system, up to $10,000 from July 1 2026 through June 30 2027.

Vote on budget revisions for Social services & Sheriff

Increase Department of Social Services appropriations by $4,502,900.00 using a $2,534,000.00 General Fund transfer and $1,968,900.00 state and federal funds.

Vote on $87,500 Orrick Special Counsel Contract

The Board approved, ratified and authorized the Chair to execute an Agreement for Special Counsel Services with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, with a not-to-exceed amount of $87,500.00.

Vote on $655,104.12 Elevate Service Legal Contract

The Board approved, ratified, and authorized the Chair to execute an Agreement with Elevate Service, Inc., with a not-to-exceed amount of $655,104.12, for a term ending no later than June 30, 2027.

Adopt amendment updating cannabis business licensing fee

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 5290 amending the Cannabis Business Licensing Fee Ordinance.

Vote on multiple budget revision requests

Approve Budget Revision Request No. 0011103 as required by a majority vote.

Pay $36,192.26 retroactive fire invoices to Wittman Enterprises

The Board authorized retroactive payment of $36,192.26 to Wittman Enterprises for Santa Barbara County Fire Department invoices.

Adopt amendment moving cannabis security plan review to Sheriff

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 5289 amending Chapter 50 to have the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office handle site security plan reviews and live‑scan checks for cannabis businesses.

Vote on $257,000 Bodewell Group contract amendment

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute an amendment to the contract with Bodewell Group for all‑hazards community education materials, up to $257,000 through Dec 31 2026.

Authorize health department MOU with American Indian Health services

Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding that enables patient referrals and shared dental, specialty, and obstetrics services between the County Health Department and American Indian Health Services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, with an extension option through June 30, 2030.

Vote on contract with Serrano Advisors for admin services

Approve and authorize the Chair to execute an agreement with Serrano Advisors, LLC for administrative efficiencies and cost‑saving services for FY 2026‑2027, with a maximum contract amount of $215,000.00.

Accept $25,749 in-kind donation for Animal services

Board approved the acceptance of an in‑kind donation of architectural and design services valued at $25,749 for Santa Barbara County Animal Services.

Vote on ADR services MOU with Superior Court

The Board ratified a Memorandum of Understanding with the Santa Barbara County Superior Court to run an Alternative Dispute Resolution program.

Vote on 340B pharmaceutical procurement waiver up to $6,972,000

Board approved waivers allowing the County to purchase pharmaceuticals from AmerisourceBergen without competitive bidding, covering up to $6,972,000 over two fiscal years.

Consider recommendations regarding a First Amendment to Sensibill services, Inc. Agreement for CalAIM Justice Involved Medi-Cal Billing to Replace Exhibit D: HIPAA Business Associate Agreement, as follows: a) Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the First Amendment to the Agreement with Sensibill services, Inc. (Sensibill) for California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) Justice Involved (JI) third party Medi-Cal billing services to delete the current Exhibit D, Business Associate Agreement, in its entirety and replace it with the updated Exhibit D, Business Associate Agreement, with no change to the Agreement term or total maximum contract amount not to exceed $540,000.00; b) Approve and authorize the County Health Director, or designee, to execute any future non-material amendments or administrative updates to the Agreement, including updates to attachments or exhibits that do not change the term, scope, or total maximum contract amount, upon review and concurrence by the Auditor-Controller’s Office, Risk Management, and County Counsel’s Office, subject to the Board’s ability to rescind this delegated authority at any time; and c) Determine that the recommended actions do not constitute a “Project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and are exempt pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA Guidelines, since the recommended actions are the creation of government funding mechanisms or other government fiscal activities that do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

Consider recommendations regarding acceptance of donations to Santa Barbara County Animal services (SBCAS) from the Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation (SBCACF) in the Amount of $105,000.00, as follows: (4/5 Vote Required) a) Approve the acceptance of a donation of $105,000.00 to SBCAS from the SBCACF to fund one Animal Control Officer position (Classification 0465) full-time for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027; b) Approve Budget Revision Request No. 0011090 in the amount of $105,000.00 for donation revenue for use in the Animal services 2026-27 budget, effective July 1, 2026; and c) Determine that the recommended actions do not constitute a “Project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and are exempt pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA Guidelines, since the recommended actions are the creation of government funding mechanisms or other government fiscal activities that do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

Extend Indigent Conflict Defense services Agreement

The Board approved a third amendment to extend the indigent conflict defense contract to June 30 2027.

Vote on Serrano Advisors CalAIM Consulting Contract

The Board approved a contract with Serrano Advisors, LLC for CalAIM Justice‑Involved consulting services.

Vote on $47,500 Stradling Yocca Legal services Contract

The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute an Agreement for Professional Legal Services with Stradling Yocca Carlson and Rauth, a Professional Corporation, in the amount not-to-exceed $47,500.00.

Consider recommendations regarding the Tuberculosis (TB) Control Local Assistance Funds Acceptance of Award Number 2642BASE-F and 2642BASE-S from the California department of Public Health (CDPH), as follows: a) Approve and authorize the Chair to execute an Acceptance of Award Nos. 2642BASE-F and 2642BASE-S for the TB Control Local Assistance Funds with the CDPH TB Control Branch to enhance current efforts to prevent, control and eventually eliminate TB in Santa Barbara County. This award, in the amount not to exceed $114,290.00, is for a period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; b) Approve and authorize the County Health Director, or designee, to make any required certifications in accordance with Award Nos. 2642BASE-F and 2642BASE-S; and c) Determine that the recommended actions do not constitute a “Project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA Guidelines, because the actions consist of the creation of a government funding mechanism or other government fiscal activity, which does not involve commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

Consider recommendations regarding a request for a Waiver of Competition in the Purchase of Pharmaceuticals from Federal Drug Company for Incarcerated Persons upon Release from Custody, as follows: a) Authorize the County Purchasing Agent, pursuant to County Code section 2-39(c), to procure pharmaceuticals for incarcerated people upon release from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office custodial facilities from Federal Drug Company without being required to conduct a formal bid process, in an amount not to exceed $34,388.00 for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 and in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 in a total amount not to exceed $134,388.00; and b) Determine that the above recommended action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5) since this is a continuing administrative or maintenance activity, such as a purchase for supplies.

Consider recommendations regarding Agreements with Community Action Commission dba CommUnify for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027, and with the Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (CADA) FYs 2026-2028, as follows: a) Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the Agreement for services of Independent Contractor (Agreement) with the CADA (a local vendor) to provide preventative diversion services as the provider for the Youth Empowerment services (YES) program to youth, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, with a total contract amount not to exceed $518,158.00; b) Approve and authorize the Chair to execute an Agreement for services of Independent Contractor with Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County, dba CommUnify, to provide services related to the South Coast Youth Safety Partnership (SCYSP) from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, for a total contract amount not to exceed amount of $50,913.00; c) Authorize the Chief Probation Officer or designee to approve subsequent changes to the agreements including authorizing additional services, amending program staffing requirements, amending service locations, and adding programs goals, outcomes, and measures, and reallocation of funds between funding sources. Authorize the Chief Probation Officer or designee to approve line-item budget changes to Attachment B-1 of the Agreements in an amount not to exceed 10% of the stated line-item budgeted amounts for each service. Changes can be made as long as the total contract amount of the Agreement is not increased, and subject to the Board’s ability to rescind this delegated authority at any time, and provided that in no event shall any such amendment extend the term of the agreement; and d) Determine that the above actions are government fiscal activities of funding mechanisms which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment, and are therefore not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA guidelines.

Consider recommendations regarding the adoption (Second Reading) of the Ordinance to set sewer connection charges and increase sewer service charges for County Service Area 12 (Mission Canyon Sewer District), First District, as follows: a) Consider the adoption (Second Reading) of the Ordinance to set sewer connection charges and increase sewer service charges for County Service Area 12; b) Adopt a Resolution authorizing the collection of said charges on the tax roll; and c) Determine that the above actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15273(a)(1), (2), (3), and (4) of the State CEQA Guidelines because they are for the establishment of service charges for services provided with County Service Area 12, that no expansion of services or facilities will result, that the fees will be used for meeting operating expenses and financial reserve needs and requirements, and approve the filing of a Notice of Exemption on that basis.

Vote on contracts for adult probation services

Approve six contracts with local vendors to provide treatment, monitoring, and sober‑living services for adult probation clients.

Consider recommendations regarding a Medi-Cal County Inmate Program (MCIP) Agreement (26-60144) with California department of Health Care services (DHCS) for Eligible Justice Involved Individuals, as follows: a) Approve and authorize the Sheriff or designee to execute the State of California, Health services Agency DHCS MCIP Participation Agreement 26-MCIPSANTABARBARA-42; b) Approve and authorize the Sheriff or designee to execute the MCIP Agreement (No. 26-60144) with the DHCS for Medi-Cal reimbursement for eligible incarcerated persons in an amount not to exceed $7,209.78 for July 1, 2026, through and including June 30, 2027, $7,782.23 for July 1, 2027, through and including June 30, 2028, and $8,411.93 for July 1, 2028, through and including June 30, 2029; and c) Determine that the above actions are government fiscal activities or funding mechanisms which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant impact on the environment and are therefore not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to section 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA guidelines.

Standardize Honeywell Building Automation Equipment

The Board made a finding that specifying Honeywell brand equipment is necessary to match other county projects.

Vote on BEMS Controls Upgrade at Administration Building

Board approved the plans and specifications for the Building Energy Management System (BEMS) controls upgrade at the Santa Barbara Administration Building.

Vote on T-Mobile Lease at Tucker’s Grove Park

Board approved a lease agreement for T‑Mobile to continue operating its telecommunications facility at the southwest corner of Tucker’s Grove Park.

Vote on Technologent IT services Agreement

Board approved an agreement for Technologent, Inc. to provide IT technical services from July 1 2026 to June 30 2027, up to $65,000.00.

Adopt service and sewer fees for Laguna County Sanitation District

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 5293 amending service charges, connection charges, and trunk sewer fees.

Adopt fee schedule for County Surveyor services

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 5292 establishing a fee schedule for subdivision and survey document review.

Award contract for Santa Claus Lane Streetscape Phase 2

The Board approved the plans and specifications for the Santa Claus Lane Streetscape and Coastal Access Improvement Project – Phase 2.

Conclude emergency flood response actions

The Board received and reviewed the Public Works Director’s report on emergency actions taken after the Dec 2025‑Jan 2026 storm events.

Consider recommendations regarding a request to approve the Sheriff’s Office on-going grants for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, as follows: a) Approve the Sheriff’s Office’s on-going grants for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and b) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 13578(b)(5), which are organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes to the environment.

Award $275,064.34 contract for Orcutt Solomon Basin Outlet Modifications Project

The Board approved the Chair to sign plans and specifications for the Orcutt Solomon Basin Outlet Modifications Project.

Extend Cachuma Lake RV Site Construction Contract

The Board approved Amendment No. 5 to extend the Cachuma Lake RV Site Renewal construction contract through December 31, 2026.

Consider recommendations regarding a DataWorks Plus Contract Extension, as follows: (4/5 Vote Required) a) Approve, ratify, and authorize the Sheriff, or designee, to execute a contract extension with DataWorks Plus for Livescan equipment installation to provide purchasing authority to finalize outstanding payment in the amount of $349,133.43 for BC17202 extending the term from September 30, 2016, to September 7, 2024; b) Approve Budget Revision Request No. 0011026 to increase appropriations of $349,134.00 in Sheriff Capital Outlay for Capital Assets funded by release of Restricted SB-720 DMV/Livescan fund balance; and c) Determine that the above-recommended actions are not a project that is subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), finding that the actions consist of governmental administrative and fiscal activities that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

Authorize grant applications for flood control, water, and clean water projects

The Board authorized the Deputy Director or designee to seek and apply for flood control, water agency, and clean water grants for FY 2026‑2027.