Previews (upcoming items) and Reviews (a wrap-up) of the last Board meeting posted every Thursday on Patch.
Previews
Upcoming Items for the Board meeting on Aug. 7
- Community Plan Update Strategy to be Considered
- Final Decisions on Parks Funding Measure to Take Place
- Final Actions on Immunization Fee Changes
- Appointments to be Considered for Several Boards & Commissions
Reviews
There was no Board meeting on July 31
Previews
1. Volunteers Program Grand Jury Response to be Considered
On May 29th, the Marin County Civil Grand Jury published a report entitled: “Civic Center Volunteers Program – The Goose That Lays the Golden Egg”, which included a number of findings and recommendations related to how the County manages its volunteers program. Per the requirements of state law, the Board will consider adopting a formal response to the report.
Need more info? See the Staff Report to the Grand Jury Report or Draft Board Response to the Grand Jury Report
Contact: Diane Ooms, Human Resources Department at dooms@marincounty.org
2. Community Plan Update Strategy to be Considered
Sixteen communities in Marin County are presently guided by community plans containing area-specific policies related to issues like land use, design, and environmental quality. Due to current budget and staffing constraints, the Board will consider authorizing a strategic approach to efficiently developing or updating these plans. Particular emphasis would be placed on those communities demonstrating interest and commitment to such a process.
Need more info? See the Full Report on the Community Plan Update Strategy
Contact: Jack Liebster, Principal Planner at jliebster@marincounty.org
3. Final Decisions on Parks Funding Measure to Take Place
On Wednesday, July 25, the Board held a special meeting and okayed revisions to an ordinance and spending plan that will place a countywide ¼ cent sales tax increase on the November 6th ballot to fund parks, open space and agricultural land preservation in Marin County. A final hearing on the merits of the proposal will now take place, which will be the final go-ahead before bringing the measure to Marin voters in November.
Need more info? See the Full Report on the Parks Funding Measure
Contact: Katherine Jones, External Affairs Coordinator of Marin County Parks at kmjones@marincounty.org
4. Final Actions on Immunization Fee Changes
On July 24th, the Board took the first step in authorizing a change in the fee that is charged for immunizations to ensure they are consistent with Medi-Cal reimbursement rates. Federal law prohibits clinics from charging clients less than the amount paid by Medi-Cal for that service. The current fee to administer a vaccine to those with an ability to pay is $10, and staff proposes to increase that fee to $17. The Board will now conduct a final hearing on the merits of the proposal.
Need more info? See the Full Report on Revised Immunization Fee Schedule
Contact: Karen Wuopio, Public Health Program Manager at kwupio@marincounty.org
5. Appointments to be Considered for Several Boards & Commissions
Need more info?
Contact: Clerk of the Board staff at BOS@marincounty.org
