Veteran Services Relocation Update | |
On February 27th, at the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Board of Supervisors directed County staff to relocate the Veterans Services Office back to its previous office location at 405 Observatory Ave. in Ukiah. The current tenant of 405 Observatory, the Air Quality Management District is actively working with the County Executive Office to identify office space for the District to relocate to. Numerous site tours have occurred following the February 27th meeting, as AQMD actively searches for a new office space. | |
Mendocino County Strategic Plan | |
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In May 2022, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors approved the first five-year strategic plan that will help guide the critical decisions the Board of Supervisors will face over the next five years with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life for County residents. The CEO report will align with the 4 priority areas that include; An Effective County Government, A Safe and Healthy County, A Thriving Economy, and A Prepared and Resilient County.
Click HERE to download the Strategic Plan.
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An Effective County Government Organization | |
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Mendocino County Air Quality Management District (MCAQMD). Has successfully filled a new position. Christine Akin has joined the District as an Account Specialist.
MCAQMD has issued approximately 400 burn permits from January through March 2024.
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During the month of February, 6 cats & 21 dogs were adopted, 11 animals were returned to their owners and 5 animals were transferred to other animal rescue organizations.
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Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS) is working on expanding the electronic health record for use by local specialty mental health providers and Public Health. This will increase efficiencies, centralize client health information across the systems, and ensure client data retention.
Click HERE to read more!
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The Mendocino County Department of Child Support Services is currently serving 2815 families obtaining financial and medical support.
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EMPLOYEE WELLNESS & EAP PROGRAM
Tax season is a great time to remind County employees that they can take advantage of various Financial and Legal services, including TurboTax, at free and reduced rates through their Employee Assistance Program.
Click HERE to learn more!
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Amplifund – Grant Management Software
The County has implemented a new web-based grant management software called Amplifund, which aims to simplify grant administrative tasks and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines. The software offers several features, including grant award tracking, expense and budget tracking, due date tracking, impact measurement, and reimbursement/payment tracking.
Click HERE to read more!
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Telematics
Fleet has installed a total of 108 telematics devices. The 17 currently uninstalled devices are slated for installation by the end of March 2024, bringing the total of installed devices to 125 or 84% of the 149 qualified County vehicles monitored by telematics. Fleet anticipates ordering the needed devices before the end of Fiscal Year (FY) 23-24. A full Telematics report will be provided during April’s CEO Report.
Click HERE to read more!
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The function of Human Resources involves managing the recruitment, development, well-being, and performance of government employees, while also ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting the efficient delivery of public services. Human Resources is happy to report the following updates:
Civil Service Commission 2023 year in review: The Mendocino County Civil Service submits an annual report to the Board of Supervisors, detailing its activities throughout the year.
Coffee with HR: Human Resources continued their Coffee with HR series in February, with a presentation on Performance and Performance Management.
Click HERE to read more!
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The Leadership Initiative strives to transform our organizational culture by cultivating “leaders at all levels" within the organization by engaging, developing, supporting, and utilizing our employees to their fullest potential. There are a number of programs currently underway in which employees can currently participate in Leadership activities.
Click HERE to read more!
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A Safe and Healthy County | |
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MCAQMD air monitors have successfully captured Ozone, Pm 10 and PM2.5 data consistently. The District is proud to report that residents within our District were able to enjoy 100% of days this quarter as good quality air days for Ozone and PM10. For Pm 2.5, community members were able to enjoy about 90% of days with good air quality. This great air quality is not easily achieved by other districts in California.
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During the month of February, the Animal Protection Unit worked 295 calls for service with 43 of the calls being categorized as a priority such as "biting animals, cruelty complaints, animals in distress, aggressive loose animals, and Law Enforcement Assist."
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BHRS is in the process of implementing Behavioral Health Bridge Housing grant funds. These resources will increase behavioral health outreach to individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with behavioral health conditions and connect to short-term housing solutions to support individuals while longer-term housing supports are found. This program will expand eligibility to individuals with behavioral health conditions who might not have previously accessed existing resources for housing support.
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SB844 Jail Project
The contractor has begun mobilization and will break ground in mid-March 2024. Completion is currently projected for October 2025.
Energy Saving Performance Contracting
The County is currently reviewing proposals from qualified Energy Saving Contracting companies. Once proposals are evaluated, staff will make a recommendation for contract negotiations based on the evaluation scores.
Click HERE to read more!
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In celebration of Women’s History Month, Willits hosted a lecture on March 21 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. titled “Women and their Struggle for Equality.” This lecture covered the events and movements led by women who sought equality and was led by Willits Branch Librarian, Denise Jessie, a historian.
Click HERE to read more!
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For calendar year 2023, the Probation Department is reporting the following statistics:
Juvenile referrals both criminal and traffic - 582
Bookings at Juvenile Hall - 169
Pretrial Release assessments - 1149
Pretrial cases opened for monitoring - 230
Adult cases opened for supervision - 386
Adult and Juvenile Reports submitted to Court - 753
2023 Annual Day Reporting Center Program Outcomes Report
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In February, our 5 dedicated Home Visitors with the Healthy Families Mendocino County (HFMC) program completed over 50 visits with families, welcoming 2 new families who joined within the past month. Home Visitors provide 3-5 years of holistic support that assesses, addresses, and promotes healthy and stable parent-child relationships in order to foster protective factors and prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Click HERE to read more!
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Employment & Family Assistance Services
Federal, State, and County partners have worked together to execute various food assistance efforts for CalFresh Households around replacement benefits over the last few months. In December 2023, rules affecting the replacement of electronically stolen benefits changed, allowing more flexibility for households in the reporting process and increasing the potential replacement CalFresh for victims of electronic theft.
Adult Protective Services Online Reporting Functionality
Mendocino County Social Services, Adult and Aging Services, is rolling out an online Public Intake portal for Adult Protective Services (APS) reports. This new online reporting functionality will make APS reporting more accessible for members of the public.
Click HERE to read more!
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MCAQMD has successfully disbursed $92,500 of funds to our local economy and completed the change out of over a dozen woodstoves. The successful changeout will continue to ensure cleaner air for our communities through reduced PM 10 and PM 2.5 pollutants. In addition, the District is holding a virtual public workshop on April 5th, 2024, from 6-7 PM (PST). District staff will present information about the Community Air Protection (CAP) Program in this virtual workshop. CAP Incentive funds are available to improve air quality and reduce air pollution exposure in our communities. Projects are selected based on community input, benefit to disadvantaged communities, and eligibility under program guidelines. Attendees will learn about air quality in Mendocino County and project types eligible for CAP Incentives grant funding. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to suggest projects to improve air quality in our community.
Woodsmoke Reduction Program Flyer
CAP Incentives Workshop Flyer
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During the month of February, 660 dog licenses and non-commercial licenses were sold resulting in $25,743 in revenue.
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A total of $513,725.47 in court-ordered child support was collected and distributed in the month of February. There are 829 cases with dependent children in which Medical Support is ordered and provided.
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The Economic Development Division continues developing economic infrastructure, business and job creation, workforce development, and housing development.
Internship Program
In February we continued preparation for implementation of an expanded internship program in County departments. We are collaborating with HR, Mendocino College, and WorkForce Alliance of the Northbay. We have begun meeting with department heads individually to develop a list of departments willing to host an intern.
Technical Assistance
During January and February, the economic development division provided 10 hours of one-on-one technical assistance to potential new businesses in the county.
Grant Management
The division continues its management of the CDBG Microenterprise technical assistance grant, contracted to West Business Development Center. We continue to meet with business owners, county departments, and non-profits to progress the economic priorities mentioned at the beginning of this report.
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Grant Applications:
In February, the Grants Unit worked on two grant applications that have a combined total worth of $717,608.
• $317,608 CDBG
• $400,000 CDBG MIT PPS
Click HERE to read more!
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As of February 29, 2024, GSA has received $75,947.28 in Surplus Sales. GSA continues to update the online surplus catalog. Several departments have utilized the resource which has kept these items out of the landfill while saving the County money. County departments can contact Central Services for more information regarding the online surplus catalog by sending an email to purchasingrequests@mendocinocounty.gov or join the Surplus Catalog channel on the Microsoft Team “County Central Services".
Click HERE to read more!
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Are you a teenager interested in building your resumé & developing leadership skills? Join the Teen Leadership Council at the Ukiah Branch Library on March 23 at 4 p.m. to meet with other teenagers interested in influencing youth services at the Library. Teens can volunteer and apply for credit toward community service hours. They have the opportunity to be heard, make decisions, and make a difference in the community, contributing to a thriving economy.
Spring Gardening with Fort Bragg Seed Library
Saturday, March 23, 10-11:30 a.m. Gardening expert, Sakina Bush, will discuss principles of organic gardening, cool season annuals, seed starting, planting times, succession planting, crop rotation, bed preparation, and fertilizer. The program enhances health and builds the local economy through shared skills and wisdom.
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Metrics: The Department continues to focus on process improvements and post monthly metric reports to the Planning and Building webpage by division. Click HERE for the latest metrics.
Amnesty Program Update: The one-year Amnesty Program began on November 1, 2023 and will end on November 1, 2024. As of March 6, 2024, the Department has received 40 building permit applications under the Amnesty Program.
Click HERE to read more!
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A Prepared and Resilient County | |
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During the month of February, 106 spay & neuter surgeries were performed in the Clinic, along with 122 rabies vaccinations being administered & 120 microchips implanted.
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BHRS recognizes March as National Problem Gambling Month as an opportunity to raise awareness of problem gambling and its association with other addictions, and to promote prevention and treatment resources.
BHRS also recognizes March as Self-Harm/Self-Injury Awareness Month. Self-harm/Self-Injury is distinguished from suicidal behavior as a deliberate intent to inflict physical harm to relieve emotional pain and distress without intending to end one’s life. Pain triggers an endorphin rush which can relieve the individual from emotional distress.
AB109 - Mental Health Services to Probation
This program is a collaboration between Probation and Behavioral Health and Recovery Services to provide Mental Health services to individuals in Probation. A clinician is co-located at Probation to increase access, and to support individuals on probation with behavioral health conditions to address concerns. The program prioritizes individuals on Post Release Community Supervision.
Click HERE to read more!
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In February, the Grants Unit worked with the Prevention, Recovery, Resiliency, & Mitigation (PRRM) team to develop a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Mitigation-Planning and Public Services (MIT-PPS) application to be submitted by March 29th. If awarded, this project will fund the mandatory update of the Mendocino County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) which was last approved by FEMA in 2021 and is due for update by 2026. 44 CFR Part 201.6.c.4.i requires that approved mitigation plans are updated every five years, and this project responds to that mandate. The plan must also be updated to place a stronger emphasis on hazards that have had a significant impact on the County, including severe drought, winter storms, and wildfires.
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Disaster/Emergency Preparedness
In response to the recent inclement winter weather, Facilities staff have prioritized remote Communication Repeater Site maintenance, repair, and refueling to ensure power is available to the Counties vital Emergency Communication Network. Facilities staff continues to be at the ready to assist in any way possible while these weather events continue.
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On Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon, the Willits Branch staff hold a Tech Help hour. Patrons bring in their devices and get personal, one-on-one help with technology.
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February and March Storms
Late February and early March have been active for the Office of Emergency Services (OES) with a series of atmospheric rivers impacting Mendocino County. OES staff attended near-daily briefings with CalOES and the National Weather Service (NWS) to stay informed and prepare for adverse weather impacting the County. OES routinely coordinates with Operational Area (OA) partners (local law and fire agencies, county departments, school districts, State agencies, NWS, PG&E, and more) to prepare for rain, snow, hail, river flooding, road closures, and utility outages.
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Mendocino County Emergency Preparedness:
In collaboration with Adventist Health, Mendocino County deployed a Mobile Decontamination Trailer to Fort Bragg on Thursday, February 22. It was a much-needed setup and a first on the coast.
Emergency Preparedness Team
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Deciding to rehome a pet is never easy, but if you've made that choice, doing it yourself is far preferable to surrendering them to a shelter. Shelters often face overcrowding and behavioral issues, which can put pets at risk of euthanasia. While finding a new home may require effort, taking charge of the process ensures the best outcome for your pet. Be patient, positive, creative, and persistent in your search. Maintaining a hopeful attitude is crucial, even if it takes time. Your pet's safety is paramount, so explore all options diligently. Creativity and persistence are usually rewarded in finding a new home. For assistance in rehoming your pet, visit the link provided: https://rehome.adoptapet.com/
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During Board of Supervisors meetings, the Clerk of the Board records the various consensus decisions and/or legislative actions that direct County staff and/or other agencies to follow up, research, or follow through on certain topics or issues.
Click HERE to view the most current list of directives as of March 21, 2024.
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COME & VISIT
Main Ukiah Campus:
501 Low Gap Road
Ukiah, CA 95482
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