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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
AND FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS, AGENCIES, AND AUTHORITIES GOVERNED BY THE BOARD
BOARD CHAMBERS ROOM 107, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 651 PINE STREET
MARTINEZ, CALIFORNIA 94553-1229
FEDERAL D. GLOVER, CHAIR, 5TH DISTRICT
KAREN MITCHOFF, VICE CHAIR, 4TH DISTRICT
JOHN GIOIA, 1ST DISTRICT
CANDACE ANDERSEN, 2ND DISTRICT
DIANE BURGIS, 3RD DISTRICT
DAVID J. TWA, CLERK OF THE BOARD AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR, (925) 335-1900
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ANNOTATED AGENDA & MINUTES
October 24, 2017
9:00 A.M. Convene and announce adjournment to closed session in Room 101.
Closed Session
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
1. Agency Negotiators: David Twa and Richard Bolanos.
Employee Organizations: Contra Costa County Employees’ Assn., Local No. 1; Am. Fed., State, County, & Mun.
Empl., Locals 512 and 2700; Calif. Nurses Assn.; Service Empl. Int’l Union, Local 1021; District Attorney’s
Investigators Assn.; Deputy Sheriffs Assn.; United Prof. Firefighters, Local 1230; Physicians’ & Dentists’ Org. of
Contra Costa; Western Council of Engineers; United Chief Officers Assn.; Service Employees International
Union Local 2015; Contra Costa County Defenders Assn.; Probation Peace Officers Assn. of Contra Costa
County; Contra Costa County Deputy District Attorneys’ Assn.; and Prof. & Tech. Engineers, Local 21,
AFL-CIO; Teamsters Local 856.
2. Agency Negotiators: David Twa.
Unrepresented Employees: All unrepresented employees.
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9(d)(2): One potential case
9:30 A.M. Call to order and opening ceremonies.
Inspirational Thought- "Not everyone understands how you can spin two lassos at the same time, one of hope and
one of grief." ~Jodi Picoult
Present: John Gioia, District I Supervisor; Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor; Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor; Karen
Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor; Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Staff Present:David Twa, County Administrator
CONSIDER CONSENT ITEMS (Items listed as C.1 through C.74 on the following agenda) – Items are subject
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CONSIDER CONSENT ITEMS (Items listed as C.1 through C.74 on the following agenda) – Items are subject
to removal from Consent Calendar by request of any Supervisor or on request for discussion by a member of the
public. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered with the Discussion Items.
PRESENTATIONS (5 Minutes Each)
PRESENTATION proclaiming November 1, 2017 as the Contra Costa County Shelter-in-Place Education
Day. (Tony Semenza, Executive Director, Contra Costa County Community Awareness and Emergency
Response Group, Inc.)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
DISCUSSION ITEMS
D. 1 CONSIDER Consent Items previously removed.
There were no consent items removed for discussion.
D. 2 PUBLIC COMMENT (2 Minutes/Speaker)
Juan Diaz, owner of El Carrizal restaurant in Bay Point, spoke on difficulties in obtaining some of the
permits necessary to open the business. Supervisor Glover’s office will meet with Mr. Diaz.
D.3 HEARING to consider adopting Ordinance No. 2017-26 regulating the personal cultivation of cannabis
and prohibiting commercial cannabis activities; ACCEPT report from HdL Companies on the Fiscal
Analysis of the Potential Commercial Cannabis Industry in Contra Costa County; ACCEPT update from
staff on Preliminary Working Draft Framework for Regulating Cannabis in the unincorporated area;
PROVIDE direction to staff on refining the Regulatory Framework, developing a tax measure and
conducting additional public outreach on the matter. (John Kopchik and Ruben Hernandez, Conservation
and Development)
Speakers: Tom Aswad, Support4Recovery; John A. Thiella, JG & Associates (handout attached); Jim
Gonzalez, JG & Associates ; Andrea Bari, SELF; Boaz Benzakry, resident of Martinez; Jennifer
Faddis, Center for Human Development; Jaime Rich, Center for Human Development; Ali
Wohlgemuth, Bay Area Community Resources; Ed Breslin, ; Arielle Sumilhig, resident of Fairfield;
Tiffany Kelly; Nicole McNab, resident of Concord; Mark Unterbad, resident of Brentwood; Sharon
golden; Debbie Berandt, resident of Orinda. Written comments were provided by Dr. Anne Sutherland, Alcohol and
Other Drugs Advisory Board (attached).
CLOSED the hearing; ADOPTED Ordinance No. 2017-26, regulating the personal cultivation of cannabis and prohibiting
commercial cannabis activities. 3. ADOPT findings in support of Ordinance No. 2017-26;
FOUND that adoption of Ordinance No. 2017-26 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per section
15061(b)(3) of CEQA guidelines;
DIRECTED the Director of the Department of Conservation and Development to file the Notice of Exemption with the County
Clerk;
ACCEPTED report from HdL Companies on Fiscal Analysis of the Potential Commercial Cannabis Industry in Contra Costa
County;
ACCEPTED report from staff on Preliminary Working Draft Framework for Regulating Cannabis in the Unincorporated Area of
Contra Costa County, including report from the Health Department on potential regulations to protect public heath and
safety; and
DIRECTED staff to investigate safety and health impacts of outdoor growth and whether grant money is contingent upon
allowing outdoor cultivation; and DIRECTED staff to bring back on the consent calendar, the Preliminary Regulatory
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allowing outdoor cultivation; and DIRECTED staff to bring back on the consent calendar, the Preliminary Regulatory
Framework document as revised today, and an outreach plan, for Board review and approval. Staff will develop a packet of
reference materials and set up a tour in each district for the Supervisor.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
D. 4 CONSIDER reports of Board members.
There were no items reported today.
Closed Session
ADJOURN
CONSENT ITEMS
Road and Transportation
C. 1 CONTINUE the emergency action originally taken by the Board of Supervisors on February 14, 2017,
pursuant to Public Contract Code Sections 22035 and 22050, to repair the Alhambra Valley Road Washout
Project, as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, Pinole area. (100% Local Road Funds)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 2 CONTINUE the emergency action originally taken by the Board of Supervisors on March 7, 2017,
pursuant to Public Contract Code Sections 22035 and 22050, to repair the Morgan Territory Road Slide
Repair Project, as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, Clayton area. (100% Local Road
Funds)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Engineering Services
C. 3 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/373 approving the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement for
subdivision SD17-9299, for a project being developed by Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation,
as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, San Ramon (Dougherty Valley) area. (No fiscal
impact)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Special Districts & County Airports
C. 4 Acting as the Governing Board of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, APPROVE and
AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or his designee, to execute a contract amendment with Willdan Financial
Services to extend the term from October 31, 2017, to June 30, 2018, for a Development Impact Fee
Study, with no change to the contract payment limit. (100% Special District Operating Fund)
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AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 5 AUTHORIZE the Director of Airports, or designee, to negotiate a long-term lease of property located
at Buchanan Field Airport known as 101 John Glenn Drive, with bidders in priority-ranking order as
follows: Pacific States Aviation, first, and Sterling Aviation, second. (100% Airport Enterprise Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Claims, Collections & Litigation
C. 6 AUTHORIZE the discharge from accountability for delinquent accounts transferred from the former
Office of Revenue Collection to Animal Services totaling $168,614.47, which have been deemed
uncollectible, as recommended by the Animal Services Director.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 7 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Counsel, or designee, to execute, on behalf of the County and the Contra Costa
County Water Agency, a joint defense and fee allocation agreement and a contract for legal services with The Freeman Firm,
effective July 1, 2017, and a contract for legal services with Rossmann & Moore, LLP, effective July 21, 2017, in connection with
California Department of Water Resources v. All Persons Interested in the Matter, etc., Sacramento County Superior Court Case
No. 34-2017-00215965.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 8 DENY claim filed by Rodney Lum.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Statutory Actions
C. 9 ACCEPT Board members meeting reports for September 2017.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 10 APPROVE Board meeting minutes for September 2017, as on file with the Office of the Clerk of the
Board.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Honors & Proclamations
C. 11 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/314 proclaiming November 1, 2017 as the Contra Costa County
Shelter-in-Place Education Day, as recommended by the Health Services Director.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
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C. 12 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/383 honoring the 10th Anniversary of Putnam Clubhouse, as
recommended by Supervisor Mitchoff.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 13 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/377 recognizing the Soroptimist International of Martinez Club Seventy
Fifth Anniversary November 14, 2017, as recommended by Supervisor Glover.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Appointments & Resignations
C. 14 ACCEPT resignation of Kristin Haegeland, DECLARE a vacancy in Local Committee City of Pinole
seat on the Advisory Council on Aging, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy, as
recommended by the Employment and Human Services Director.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 15 REAPPOINT Petural Shelton to the District 3 seat and Lee Ross to the District 3 Alternate seat on the
First 5 Contra Costa Children and Families Commission, as recommended by Supervisor Burgis.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 16 ACCEPT the resignation of Jennifer Cohen, DECLARE a vacancy in the District 3 seat on the Contra
Costa Commission for Women, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy, as recommended
by Supervisor Burgis.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 17 REAPPOINT Ed Haynes to the District 3 seat on the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Fire Advisory Commission, as recommended by Supervisor Burgis.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 18 ACCEPT the resignation of Beth Mora, DECLARE a vacancy in the District II seat on the Contra
Costa Commission for Women, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy, as recommended
by Supervisor Andersen.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 19 REAPPOINT Rand Swenson to the District II seat on the Contra Costa County Planning
Commission, as recommended by Supervisor Andersen.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Appropriation Adjustments
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Appropriation Adjustments
C. 20 Probation Programs (0308): APPROVE Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5010
authorizing new revenue in the amount of $1,000,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice "Smart
Reentry: Focus on Evidence-Based Strategies for Successful Reentry from Incarceration to Community"
grant and appropriating it to implement responsive services for transitional aged youth offenders aged
18-25 years old. (49% Federal, 51% County and Local Community Based Organizations In-Kind match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 21 Custody Services (0300)/Sheriff's Office (0255): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5013
authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $95,200 from Sheriff Custody Services Bureau
(0300) to the Sheriff Support Services Bureau (0255) to reallocate existing expenditures due to the
movement of a position. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 22 Sheriff's Office (0255)/Custody Services (0300): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5014
authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $70,812 from the Office of the Sheriff's-Support
Services Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's Custody-Services Bureau (0300) to reallocate existing
expenditures due to the movement of a position. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 23 Sheriff's Office (0255)/Custody Services (0300): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5015
authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $935,007 from the Office of the Sheriff's-Field
Operations Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's Custody-Services Bureau (0300) to reallocate
existing expenditures due to the movement of positions. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 24 Sheriff's Office (0255)/Custody Services (0300): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5016
authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $1,046,570 from the Office of the Sheriff's-Field
Operations Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's Custody-Services Bureau (0300) to reallocate
existing expenditures due to the movement of positions. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 25 Health Services (0467) / Fleet ISF (0064): APPROVE Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment No.
5019 authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $27,959 from the Health Services
Department Behavioral Health Division (0467/4899) to General Services – ISF Fleet Services (0064) for
the purchase of one vehicle for the implementation of the Overcoming Transportation Barriers project.
(100% Mental Health Services Act)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 26 Contingency Reserve (0990): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5020 transferring
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C. 26 Contingency Reserve (0990): APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5020 transferring
$1,100,755 in appropriations to Animal Services (0366), Child Support Services (0249), Department of
Information Technology (0147), District Attorney (0242), Employment and Human Services (0588),
Probation (0308), Public Defender (0243), Conservation and Development (0280), Public Works (0650),
Sheriff-Coroner (0255), and the Treasurer-Tax Collector (0015) for fiscal year 2017-18 Venture Capital
Projects. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 27 Plant Acquisition-General Fund (0111): APPROVE Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No.
5011 authorizing new revenue in the amount of $100,000 from CSA P-6 Zone funding and appropriating it
into the Plant Acquisition-Sheriff account (0111/4407) to partially fund the relocation of the Sheriff's
Office - Delta Patrol station from the old Oakley Library to the Brentwood Police Department. (100% CSA
P-6 Zone funds)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 28 Sheriff's Office (0255): APPROVE Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment No. 5012 authorizing a
reduction of revenue in the amount of $19,997 for the Sheriff's Office and related reductions to
expenditure appropriations to reflect the Remote Access Network Board approved budget fiscal year
2017-18 to support Cal-ID. (No net fiscal impact)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Intergovernmental Relations
C. 29 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/382 supporting the East Bay Regional Park District's Bay Point
Restoration Project grant application to the Delta Conservancy Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality
Grant Program, as recommended by the Conservation and Development Director. (No fiscal impact)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Personnel Actions
C. 30 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22181 to add one Structural Engineer (represented)
position in the Department of Conservation and Development. (100% Building Permit fees)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 31 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22167 to add one Public Health Program Specialist
I-Project position (represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Bay Area Local Health
Jurisdictions Grant)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 32 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22172 to cancel one Pharmacist I position (represented)
in the Health Services Department. (Cost neutral)
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AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 33 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22173 to add one full-time Mental Health Clinical
Specialist position (represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Prop. 47 grant)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 34 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22174 to add one Health Services
Planner/Evaluator-Level B position (represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Drug
Medi-Cal Waiver)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 35 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22175 to add one Substance Abuse Lead Counselor
position (represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Drug Medi-Cal Waiver)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 36 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22176 to add one Administrative Services Assistant II
position (represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Mental Health Realignment Act)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 37 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22177 to add four Mental Health Clinical Specialist
positions, one Mental Health Program Supervisor position, and one Mental Health Community Support
Worker II position (all represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Mental Health Services Act)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 38 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22178 to add seven Mental Health Clinical Specialist
positions, one Mental Health Program Supervisor position, seven Mental Health Community Support
Worker II positions, one Clerk – Senior Level position and one Family Nurse Practitioner position (all
represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Mental Health Services Act)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 39 ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22179 to add two Substance Abuse Counselor positions
(represented) in the Health Services Department. (100% Drug Medi-Cal Waiver)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Leases
C. 40 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Interim Chief Engineer, or designee, to terminate the Rental
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C. 40 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Interim Chief Engineer, or designee, to terminate the Rental
Agreement for 864 Diablo Road, Danville, and AUTHORIZE County Counsel to pursue legal action to
regain possession of the real property if tenant remains in occupancy sixty (60) days after service of the
termination notice. (100% Flood Control Zone 3B)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Grants & Contracts
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE execution of agreements between the County and the following agencies for
receipt of fund and/or services:
C. 41 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to accept
funding in the amount of $3,000 from the California Health Advocates for the Senior Medicare Patrol
Volunteer Liaison for the period June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2018.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 42 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to
execute a contract amendment with the California Department of Education to increase the amount payable
to the County by $1,185,449 to a new payment limit not to exceed $10,267,300, for state preschool
program services, with no change to the term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 43 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to
execute a contract with the California Department of Community Services and Development, to pay the
County an amount not to exceed $1,919,892 to administer Low Income Home Energy Assistance programs
for the period of October 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 44 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with
the City of Walnut Creek, to pay the County an amount not to exceed $17,000, for homeless outreach
services, for the period July 6, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 45 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with
the City of Walnut Creek, to pay the County $6,000 for the operation of the Adult Interim Housing
Program, for the period July 6, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 46 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
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C. 46 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with the U. S. Department of Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care System, to
increase the amount payable to the County by $197,407 to a new amount payable of $745,257 and extend
the term through September 30, 2018, to continue providing homeless veteran services at the West County
Adult Interim Housing Program. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 47 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to a execute a contract
amendment with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Northern California Health Care System, to
increase amount payable to the County by $124,100 to a new amount payable of $372,300 and extend the
term through September 28, 2018, to continue providing adult homeless services at the Philip Dorn
Respite Center. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 48 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Conservation and Development Director, or designee, to execute a
contract with NRG Marsh Landing, LLC, to pay the County an amount not to exceed $100,000 to provide,
on behalf of the California Energy Commission, building inspection services for the period beginning
October 24, 2017 and continuing until the work is completed and all fees due the County are paid. (100%
Building Inspection fees receivable)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 49 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to
execute a contract amendment with the California Department of Education to increase the amount payable
to County by $409,885 to a new amount not to exceed $3,554,271 for childcare and development program
services, with no change to the term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 50 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to accept a grant from the
California Department of Public Health, in an amount not to exceed $170,000, for the County’s Refugee
Health Assessment Program for health assessment services to refugees, for the period October 1, 2017
through September 30, 2018. (No County match)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE execution of agreement between the County and the following parties as
noted for the purchase of equipment and/or services:
C. 51 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute an ordering
document under the existing Oracle Master Agreement with Oracle America, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $215,345 for Oracle program technical support services for PeopleSoft software updates and
support for the County's Human Resource system, for the period November 27, 2017 through November
16, 2018. (Department user fees)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
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C. 52 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with
Futurenet Technologies Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $400,000, to provide medical coding
services for Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and Health Centers, for the period October 1, 2017
through September 30, 2018. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 53 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with Sirius Computer Solutions, Inc., to extend the term from October 31, 2017 through
October 31, 2018, and increase the payment limit by $150,000 to a new payment limit of $550,000 for
continued IBM System Z Mainframe Operating System services, as needed by the Department of
Information Technology. (100% User Fees)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 54 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to amend a contract with
Nielsen Merksamer Parrinello Gross & Leoni LLP, effective January 1, 2017, to extend the term from
December 31, 2017 through December 31, 2018 and increase the payment limit by $180,000 to a new
payment limit of $1,080,000 for continued state advocacy services. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 55 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to amend a contract with
Alcalde & Fay, effective January 1, 2018, to extend the term from December 31, 2017 through December
31, 2018 and increase the payment limit by $103,000 to a new payment limit of $633,892 for continued
federal advocacy services. (100% General Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 56 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to issue a
Request for Proposals in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 to procure America’s Job Center of
California operations and management and the delivery of Adult and Dislocated Worker Career Services
under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, for the period July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019.
(100% Federal)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 57 APPROVE the 40 Muir Road, 1st Floor, Martinez, Remodel Project, and take related actions under
the California Environmental Quality Act, as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director. (100%
Land Development Funds)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 58 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a novation
contract with Contra Costa Crisis Center, in an amount not to exceed $100,672, to provide crisis intervention, suicide prevention
and mental health rehabilitative services for the period July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, with a six-month
automatic extension through December 31, 2018, in an amount not to exceed $50,336. (100% Mental
Health Realignment)
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AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 59 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to
execute a contract with the Young Men's Christian Association of the East Bay in an amount not to exceed
$778,200 to provide Early Head Start and Head Start Program Enhancement services in Richmond, San
Pablo and Rodeo for the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (100% Federal)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 60 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to
execute a contract with First Baptist Church of Pittsburg, California in an amount not to exceed $2,109,965
for Head Start Delegate Agency childcare services for the period of January 1, 2018 through December
31, 2018. (100% Federal)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 61 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with Cardionet, LLC, to increase the payment limit by $50,000 to a new payment limit of
$185,000 to provide additional cardiac monitoring services for Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
patients, with no change in the term of November 1, 2016 through October 31, 2017. (100% Hospital
Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 62 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with API Healthcare Corporation to increase the payment limit by $10,800 to a new payment
limit of $701,808 to provide additional software consulting and maintenance services for patient
classification, and staffing and scheduling systems, with no change in the term through June 29, 2019.
(100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 63 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Health Services
Department, a purchase order amendment with Comcast Corporation to increase the payment limit by
$55,000 to a new payment limit of $145,000 for cable television services for the Contra Costa Regional
Medical Center, with no change in the term September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2018. (100% Hospital
Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 64 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with Cross Country Staffing, Inc., to modify the rate schedule to include Licensed Vocational
Nursing Sexual Assault Examiner on-call rates, with no change in the payment limit of $4,300,000 and no
change in the term through June 30, 2018. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 65 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Health Services
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C. 65 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Health Services
Department, a purchase order with Groupware Technology Inc., in an amount not to exceed $399,522 for
Pure Storage Flash Array hardware and support for storing electronic medical records data, for the period
October 31, 2017 through October 30, 2020. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 66 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a master services
license agreement and product schedule with OptumInsight Inc., in the amount of $128,523 for the
purchase of software licenses to support the billing compliance technology used in the Health Services
Department, for the period January 31, 2018 through January 30, 2023. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 67 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Health Services
Director, a purchase order with Lynbrook Solutions, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $144,300 for the
purchase of a subscription to the SentinelOne Endpoint Protection Platform, including service support, and
a solutions agreement containing modified indemnification language with Sentinel Labs, Inc., for the
period October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2020. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 68 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Health Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with Center for Human Development to modify the rates for substance abuse primary
prevention program services to high-risk youth, with no change in the payment limit of $675,092 and no
change in the term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. (100% Federal Substance Abuse Prevention and
Treatment Primary Prevention)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 69 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with GrantStream, Inc., effective October 24, 2017, to extend the term through October 31,
2020 and increase the payment limit by $43,200 to a new payment limit of $111,200 for annual renewals
of system maintenance and support for the Grants by Benevity Software-as-a-Service grant management
application. (100% Keller Canyon Mitigation Fund)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 70 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Health Services
Department, a purchase order amendment with Tiernan-Leino Dental Laboratory to increase the payment
limit by $99,000 to a new payment limit of $198,000 for additional dental supplies and prosthetics for the
Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and Health Centers and the Martinez and West County Detention
Facilities with no change in the term of September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2018. (100% Hospital
Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
Other Actions
C. 71
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C. 71 ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/369 approving the issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds by
the California Municipal Finance Authority in an amount not to exceed $47,000,000 to finance the
acquisition and rehabilitation of Monterey Pines Apartments located at 680 37th Street, Richmond, and
AUTHORIZE other related actions, as recommended by the Conservation and Development Director.
(100% Special Revenue Funds)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 72 ACCEPT the 2016 Crop Report and AUTHORIZE submittal of the report to the California
Department of Food and Agriculture, as recommended by the Agricultural Commissioner.
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 73 DECLARE as surplus and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to dispose of fully
depreciated vehicles and equipment no longer needed for public use, as recommended by the Interim
Public Works Director, Countywide. (No fiscal impact)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
C. 74 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Department, to
execute the General Terms and Conditions and Product Exhibit with Proofpoint, Inc., for use and support
of Proofpoint email protection software through November 7, 2019. (100% Hospital Enterprise Fund I)
AYE: District I Supervisor John Gioia, District II Supervisor Candace Andersen, District III Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District IV Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District V Supervisor Federal D. Glover
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Board meets in all its capacities pursuant to Ordinance Code Section 24-2.402, including as the Housing
Authority and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. Persons who wish to address the Board should
complete the form provided for that purpose and furnish a copy of any written statement to the Clerk.
Any disclosable public records related to an open session item on a regular meeting agenda and distributed by the
Clerk of the Board to a majority of the members of the Board of Supervisors less than 72 hours prior to that meeting
are available for public inspection at 651 Pine Street, First Floor, Room 106, Martinez, CA 94553, during normal
business hours.
All matters listed under CONSENT ITEMS are considered by the Board to be routine and will be enacted by one
motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a member of the Board or a member
of the public prior to the time the Board votes on the motion to adopt.
Persons who wish to speak on matters set for PUBLIC HEARINGS will be heard when the Chair calls for comments
from those persons who are in support thereof or in opposition thereto. After persons have spoken, the hearing is
closed and the matter is subject to discussion and action by the Board. Comments on matters listed on the agenda or
otherwise within the purview of the Board of Supervisors can be submitted to the office of the Clerk of the Board via
mail: Board of Supervisors, 651 Pine Street Room 106, Martinez, CA 94553; by fax: 925-335-1913.
The County will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities planning to attend Board meetings
who contact the Clerk of the Board at least 24 hours before the meeting, at (925) 335-1900; TDD (925) 335-1915.
An assistive listening device is available from the Clerk, Room 106.
Copies of recordings of all or portions of a Board meeting may be purchased from the Clerk of the Board. Please
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telephone the Office of the Clerk of the Board, (925) 335-1900, to make the necessary arrangements.
Forms are available to anyone desiring to submit an inspirational thought nomination for inclusion on the
Board Agenda. Forms may be obtained at the Office of the County Administrator or Office of the Clerk of the Board,
651 Pine Street, Martinez, California.
Applications for personal subscriptions to the weekly Board Agenda may be obtained by calling the Office of the
Clerk of the Board, (925) 335-1900. The weekly agenda may also be viewed on the County’s Internet Web Page:
www.co.contra-costa.ca.us
STANDING COMMITTEES
The Airport Committee (Supervisors Karen Mitchoff and Diane Burgis) meets on the fourth Wednesday of the
month at 1:30 p.m. at the Director of Airports Office, 550 Sally Ride Drive, Concord.
The Family and Human Services Committee (Supervisors John Gioia and Candace Andersen) meets on the fourth
Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez.
The Finance Committee (Supervisors Karen Mitchoff and John Gioia) meets on the fourth Monday of the month at
9:00 a.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez.
The Hiring Outreach Oversight Committee (Supervisors Federal D. Glover and Candace Andersen) meets on the
first Monday of every other month at 1:00 p.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez.
The Internal Operations Committee (Supervisors Candace Andersen and Diane Burgis) meets on the second
Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez.
The Legislation Committee (Supervisors Diane Burgis and Karen Mitchoff) meets on the second Monday of the
month at 10:30 a.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez.
The Public Protection Committee (Supervisors Federal D. Glover and John Gioia) meets on the first Monday of the
month at 10:30 a.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez.
The Transportation, Water & Infrastructure Committee (Supervisors Diane Burgis and Karen Mitchoff) meets
on the second Monday of the month at 9:00 a.m. in Room 101, County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez.
Airports Committee December 13, 2017 11:00 a.m.See above
Family & Human Services Committee October 30, 2017 Special Meeting 10:30 a.m.See above
Finance Committee November 6, 2017 9:00 a.m. See above
Hiring Outreach Oversight Committee TBD TBD See above
Internal Operations Committee November 13, 2017 1:00 p.m. See above
Legislation Committee November 13, 2017 10:30 a.m. See above
Public Protection Committee November 6, 2017 10:30 a.m. See above
Transportation, Water & Infrastructure Committee November 13, 2017 9:00 a.m. See above
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PERSONS WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE BOARD DURING PUBLIC COMMENT OR
WITH RESPECT TO AN ITEM THAT IS ON THE AGENDA, MAY BE LIMITED TO TWO
(2) MINUTES
A LUNCH BREAK MAY BE CALLED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE BOARD CHAIR
AGENDA DEADLINE: Thursday, 12 noon, 12 days before the Tuesday Board meetings.
Glossary of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and other Terms (in alphabetical order):
Contra Costa County has a policy of making limited use of acronyms, abbreviations, and industry-specific language
in its Board of Supervisors meetings and written materials. Following is a list of commonly used language that may
appear in oral presentations and written materials associated with Board meetings:
AB Assembly Bill
ABAG Association of Bay Area Governments
ACA Assembly Constitutional Amendment
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
AFSCME American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees
AICP American Institute of Certified Planners
AIDS Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
ALUC Airport Land Use Commission
AOD Alcohol and Other Drugs
ARRA American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009
BAAQMD Bay Area Air Quality Management District
BART Bay Area Rapid Transit District
BayRICS Bay Area Regional Interoperable Communications System
BCDC Bay Conservation & Development Commission
BGO Better Government Ordinance
BOS Board of Supervisors
CALTRANS California Department of Transportation
CalWIN California Works Information Network
CalWORKS California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids
CAER Community Awareness Emergency Response
CAO County Administrative Officer or Office
CCCPFD (ConFire) Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
CCHP Contra Costa Health Plan
CCTA Contra Costa Transportation Authority
CCRMC Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
CCWD Contra Costa Water District
CDBG Community Development Block Grant
CFDA Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
CEQA California Environmental Quality Act
CIO Chief Information Officer
COLA Cost of living adjustment
ConFire (CCCFPD) Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
CPA Certified Public Accountant
CPI Consumer Price Index
CSA County Service Area
CSAC California State Association of Counties
CTC California Transportation Commission
dba doing business as
DSRIP Delivery System Reform Incentive Program
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EBMUD East Bay Municipal Utility District
ECCFPD East Contra Costa Fire Protection District
EIR Environmental Impact Report
EIS Environmental Impact Statement
EMCC Emergency Medical Care Committee
EMS Emergency Medical Services
EPSDT Early State Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment Program (Mental Health)
et al. et alii (and others)
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
F&HS Family and Human Services Committee
First 5 First Five Children and Families Commission (Proposition 10)
FTE Full Time Equivalent
FY Fiscal Year
GHAD Geologic Hazard Abatement District
GIS Geographic Information System
HCD (State Dept of) Housing & Community Development
HHS (State Dept of ) Health and Human Services
HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
HIV Human Immunodeficiency Syndrome
HOV High Occupancy Vehicle
HR Human Resources
HUD United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
IHSS In-Home Supportive Services
Inc. Incorporated
IOC Internal Operations Committee
ISO Industrial Safety Ordinance
JPA Joint (exercise of) Powers Authority or Agreement
Lamorinda Lafayette-Moraga-Orinda Area
LAFCo Local Agency Formation Commission
LLC Limited Liability Company
LLP Limited Liability Partnership
Local 1 Public Employees Union Local 1
LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse
MAC Municipal Advisory Council
MBE Minority Business Enterprise
M.D. Medical Doctor
M.F.T. Marriage and Family Therapist
MIS Management Information System
MOE Maintenance of Effort
MOU Memorandum of Understanding
MTC Metropolitan Transportation Commission
NACo National Association of Counties
NEPA National Environmental Policy Act
OB-GYN Obstetrics and Gynecology
O.D. Doctor of Optometry
OES-EOC Office of Emergency Services-Emergency Operations Center
OPEB Other Post Employment Benefits
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PARS Public Agencies Retirement Services
PEPRA Public Employees Pension Reform Act
Psy.D. Doctor of Psychology
RDA Redevelopment Agency
RFI Request For Information
RFP Request For Proposal
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RFQ Request For Qualifications
RN Registered Nurse
SB Senate Bill
SBE Small Business Enterprise
SEIU Service Employees International Union
SUASI Super Urban Area Security Initiative
SWAT Southwest Area Transportation Committee
TRANSPAC Transportation Partnership & Cooperation (Central)
TRANSPLAN Transportation Planning Committee (East County)
TRE or TTE Trustee
TWIC Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee
UASI Urban Area Security Initiative
VA Department of Veterans Affairs
vs. versus (against)
WAN Wide Area Network
WBE Women Business Enterprise
WCCTAC West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
1. OPEN the public hearing on Ordinance No. 2017-26, ACCEPT public testimony, and CLOSE the hearing.
2. ADOPT Ordinance No. 2017-26, regulating the personal cultivation of cannabis and prohibiting commercial
cannabis activities.
3. ADOPT findings in support of Ordinance No. 2017-26
4. FIND that adoption of Ordinance No. 2017-26 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
per section 15061(b)(3) of CEQA guidelines.
5. DIRECT the Director of the Department of Conservation and Development to file the Notice of Exemption with the
County Clerk.
6. ACCEPT report from HdL Companies on Fiscal Analysis of the Potential Commercial Cannabis Industry in Contra
Costa County.
7. ACCEPT report from staff on Preliminary Working Draft Framework for Regulating Cannabis in the
Unincorporated Area of Contra Costa County, including report from the Health Department on potential
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Ruben Hernandez, (925)
674-7785
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: , Deputy
cc:
D.3
To:Board of Supervisors
From:John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Adoption of Ordinance 2017- 26 Prohibiting Cannabis Cultivation and Commercial Uses and an Update on
Preliminary Cannabis Regulatory Framework
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RECOMMENDATION(S): (CONT'D)
regulations to protect public heath and safety.
8. PROVIDE direction to staff regarding potential development of a cannabis tax measure for November 2018,
refinement of the Preliminary Regulatory Framework and conducting additional public outreach on the matter.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Preparation of regulations on the commercial cultivation, distribution, transport, storage, manufacturing,
processing, and sale of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products, and of adult-use cannabis and adult-use
cannabis products, as authorized by the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act, and on
cultivation for personal use, is expected to cost approximately $100,000 to $150,000 in staff time and consulting
fees.
BACKGROUND:
I. Ordinance 2017-26
Per direction received at the July 18, 2017 Board of Supervisors meeting, the Department of Conservation and
Development has prepared an ordinance prohibiting commercial cannabis uses and regulating cultivation for
personal use (Ordinance 2017-26) to replace the current urgency ordinance (Ordinance No. 2017-03) which is set
to expire on January 30, 2018. The restrictions in the proposed ordinance are identical to those in the current
urgency ordinance. Adoption of the proposed ordinance is critical in order to ensure that no unauthorized
commercial cannabis uses are established within the unincorporated areas of the County after expiration of the
existing urgency ordinance. Also, beginning on January 1, 2018, it is anticipated that the State of California will
begin issuing licenses for commercial cannabis uses and if no local regulations are in effect at that time, the State
would become the sole licensing authority for such uses. Ordinance 2017-26 could be replaced in the future by a
different set of regulations if and when the Board approves a new ordinance. Adopting Ordinance 2017-26 now
would enable the County to adjust regulations later without new businesses being permitted by the state in the
meantime.
In summary, Ordinance No. 2017-26 would regulate the personal cultivation of cannabis by allowing the
cultivation of six or fewer plants indoors for personal use. The ordinance also allows the cultivation of six or
fewer plants inside a fully-enclosed and secured accessory structure to a private residence, such as a greenhouse,
located on the grounds of a private residence. The ordinance prohibits the outdoor cultivation of cannabis. The
ordinance further prohibits all commercial cannabis activities, including the commercial cultivation, distribution,
transport, storage, manufacturing, processing and sale of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products, and of
adult-use cannabis and adult use cannabis products.
II. County Planning Commission Meeting
Ordinance 2017-26 was heard before the County Planning Commission on October 11, 2017. At the Commission
hearing several members of the public provided testimony on the ordinance. Many of the comments related to
concerns with limitations on indoor and outdoor personal cultivation and providing for expanded indoor and
outdoor personal cultivation was recommended. Additional comments were received on the proposed timeline for
preparation of the County's future cannabis ordinance and how important it is that the County adopt the cannabis
regulatory ordinance sooner rather than later due to the potential for prospective cannabis businesses to end up
behind those in other jurisdictions where commercial cannabis uses are legal. Testimony was also received in
support of the proposed cannabis prohibition and in support of the process of preparing comprehensive cannabis
regulations as discussed at the previous cannabis workshops.
After accepting public testimony, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of
Supervisors adopt Ordinance No. 2017-26 with a recommendation that the Board establish a deadline of June 30,
2018 for adoption of comprehensive cannabis regulations and that the Board consider expanding the number of
plants that can be grown indoors for personal consumption and establishing a pre-application process that would
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allow potential cannabis business owners to apply for a permit to operate a cannabis business prior to the County
ordinance taking effect so that the businesses could start operation almost immediately once the ordinance
becomes effective. Please note, the preliminary schedule is attached and the timing issue is briefly discussed in the
Preliminary Regulatory Framework.
III. HdL Report on Cannabis Tax For County
The County enlisted the services of HdL Companies to develop a draft fiscal analysis (Exhibit #) of the
commercial cannabis industry for Contra Costa County. The HdL analysis identifies tax options and revenue
estimates for the various types of cannabis businesses that could operate in the unincorporated County, and
identifies local economic impacts of the cannabis industry. The analysis also considers financial constraints,
including the overall tax and regulatory burden, which may affect both the industry’s long-term stability and its
ability to successfully transition to a legal, regulated paradigm that can outcompete the existing black market. The
analysis also provides initial information on estimated costs of regulation and enforcement. HdL will present the
report and respond to questions. Staff will seek additional Board guidance on this matter.
IV. Working Draft Preliminary Framework for Regulating Cannabis
Based on direction provided by the Board at its April and July meetings, staff has prepared a Preliminary
Working Draft Framework for Regulating Cannabis in the Unincorporated Area of Contra Costa County. In
addition to summarizing the general regulatory approach outlined by the Board in previous meetings, the
document also includes new concepts or unresolved issues intended to stimulate discussion and feedback. Many of
the more significant areas that will require board input are highlighted in yellow. Once the document has been
refined to a level satisfactory to the Board, staff would suggest that we utilize it as a tool for stimulating additional
feedback from the public.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Health Services Report- The County Health Department has provided a report identifying Health Department
concerns and providing some recommendations for potential Health Department cannabis regulations and
requirements. The report is attached.
Maps- In response to input and comments made by Board members at the prior meetings, and in response to input
and comments provided by members of the public who are interested in establishing cannabis businesses within
the County, changes have been made to the preliminary land use maps previously presented to the Board. The
changes include expanding the recommended allowed uses in some of the zoning districts, such as the agricultural
zoning districts, that would allow for some “vertical integration” of allowed uses. For example, manufacturing
and distribution are now recommended to be permitted within the agricultural zoning districts in order allow
cannabis farmers the ability to process, manufacture and distribute their cannabis products directly to retailers. In
addition to the previously mentioned changes, all uses have been consolidated into one map, detailed maps have
been provided for many areas and buffer options have been consolidated from three options to two options.
Schedule- A preliminary draft schedule is attached. This is an initial projection and will be refined.
Table 1 (Caps and Selection Process)- Table 1 provides additional analysis of this issue which is discussed in
Framework document.
Concord Survey- A copy of a September 27, 2017 Cannabis Planning Survey prepared for the City of Concord
is attached. The scientific survey collected input from 1,155 likely November 2020 voters on potential cannabis
regulations for the City of Concord.
Vertical Integration of Uses- The issue of permitting “vertical integration” of some cannabis uses, such as
allowing cultivation and manufacturing at the same site, was raised by Board members at the prior meeting and
by members of the public who have shown interest in operating a commercial cannabis business in the
unincorporated area of the County. It appears likely that vertical integration of cannabis uses would be permitted
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under State cannabis regulations and therefore can be permitted and regulated by local jurisdictions. By
permitting some vertical integration of specific cannabis uses, a number of inefficiencies could be eliminated from
the production process by allowing cultivators to process and manufacture their cannabis crop on-site instead of
delivering it to a separate manufacturing or processing facility and by allowing cultivators to distribute their crop
to retailers.
The vertical integration of some commercial cannabis uses had been incorporated into the attached Preliminary
Framework. As can be seen in the Framework, multiple commercial cannabis uses can be established on
properties located within the Agricultural (A- ) and industrial (L-I and H-I) zoning districts, as well as within the
area wide P-1’s (N. Richmond, Rodeo, El Sobrante and Bay Point). Staff recommends that if vertical integration is
allowed in rural areas then safeguards should be established to ensure that processing and distribution activities
reflect rural constraints, such as lack of sewer and treated water and rural road conditions.
Promoting Sustainability- The issue of energy and water consumption, particularly when it comes to cultivation
of cannabis, has been identified as an area of concern during this process. In order to encourage “green” operating
practices for commercial cannabis uses, that County regulations could require reusable energy generation to offset
new demand and could require a demonstrated sustainable water supply that doesn't harm overburdened ground
water supplies, impact natural springs or seems or tax municipal water supplies. In addition, if the County were to
incorporate a scoring system into the selection process, cannabis businesses would receive credit if they
incorporate “green” business practices, such as utilizing solar, therefore increasing their competitiveness.
Supporting Local Businesses- At one of the cannabis workshop meetings, the issue of supporting local
businesses already operating in the unincorporated areas of the County was brought to the attention of staff. In
order to provide support for local businesses looking to get into cannabis, the scoring system discussed in the
Preliminary Framework could provide additional points for applicants who currently operate a business within the
County. Additional points could be given to local County farmers looking to get into cannabis cultivation.
V. Next Steps
Once the Board is satisfied with the refinement of the Preliminary Cannabis Regulatory Framework document,
the Board may direct staff to expand the public outreach process for the County's proposed cannabis regulations
and taxation. This could include sharing the Preliminary Framework with community groups, other cities within
the County, County Municipal Advisory Councils (MACS), alcohol and drug prevention groups, cannabis
advocate groups and any other organizations that might be interested in the County's regulations. The Board may
also direct staff to begin advertising and holding public community workshops on the proposed regulations.
County staff continues to monitor and coordinate with city staff as their jurisdiction contemplate updating
cannabis regulations. Staff will be prepared to provide a verbal update on October 24th.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the Board does not adopt Ordinance No. 2017-26, prohibiting the establishment of specific cannabis uses, upon
expiration of the current urgency ordinance prohibiting cannabis uses, which is set to expire on January 30, 2018,
it could be possible to establish certain cannabis uses without County approvals or authorization.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
CLERK'S ADDENDUM
Speakers: Tom Aswad, Support4Recovery; John A. Thiella, JG & Associates (handout attached); Jim
Gonzalez, JG & Associates ; Andrea Bari, SELF; Boaz Benzakry, resident of Martinez; Jennifer Faddis,
Center for Human Development; Jaime Rich, Center for Human Development; Ali Wohlgemuth, Bay Area
Community Resources; Ed Breslin, ; Arielle Sumilhig, resident of Fairfield; Tiffany Kelly; Nicole McNab,
resident of Concord; Mark Unterbad, resident of Brentwood; Sharon golden; Debbie Berandt, resident of
Orinda. Written comments were provided by Dr. Anne Sutherland, Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board (attached).
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CLOSED the hearing; ADOPTED Ordinance No. 2017-26, regulating the personal cultivation of cannabis and prohibiting
commercial cannabis activities. 3. ADOPT findings in support of Ordinance No. 2017-26; FOUND that adoption of
Ordinance No. 2017-26 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per section 15061(b)(3) of CEQA
guidelines; DIRECTED the Director of the Department of Conservation and Development to file the Notice of Exemption
with the County Clerk; ACCEPTED report from HdL Companies on Fiscal Analysis of the Potential Commercial Cannabis
Industry in Contra Costa County; ACCEPTED report from staff on Preliminary Working Draft Framework for Regulating
Cannabis in the Unincorporated Area of Contra Costa County, including report from the Health Department on potential
regulations to protect public heath and safety; and DIRECTED staff to investigate safety and health impacts of outdoor
growth and whether grant money is contingent upon allowing outdoor cultivation; and DIRECTED staff to bring back on
the consent calendar, the Preliminary Regulatory Framework document as revised today, and an outreach plan, for Board
review and approval. Staff will develop a packet of reference materials and set up a tour in each district for the
Supervisor.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 2017-26
Findings for Ordinance 2017-26
HdL's Fiscal Analysis of the Potential Commercial Cannabis Industry for Contra Costa County
Preliminary Working Draft Regulatory Framework
Report from Health Services
Maps
Schedule
Table 1- Regarding Caps and Selection Process
Concord 2017 Survey
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Ordinance 2017-26
Correspondence Received
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Delivering Revenue, Insight
and Efficiency to Local Government
Fiscal Analysis of the
Potential Commercial Cannabis Industry
Prepared for
the
County of Contra Costa
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Table of Contents
Introduction Page 3
Legal and Regulatory Background for California Page 4
Current Un-Licensed Production in Contra Costa County Page 7
Initial Parameters for this Analysis Page 8
Phasing-In Permits and Taxes Page 11
Taxing Cultivation Page 12
State Tax Considerations Page 20
General Economic Impacts Page 23
Enforcement and Permitting Costs Page 24
Revenue Projections for Cultivation Page 27
Manufacturers Page 32
Distributors Page 36
Cannabis Retailers Page 38
References Page 41
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Introduction
HdL is providing this fiscal analysis of the commercial medical and non-medical cannabis industry in Contra
Costa County to help guide the process of shaping taxation policy for this emerging industry. Specifically,
HdL was asked to identify tax options and revenue estimates for the various types of cannabis businesses
which may currently be operating in the County, as well as those that might operate in the future under
a County-regulated program, and to identify the local economic impacts of the cannabis industry. This
report also seeks to analyze any financial constraints, including the overall tax and regulatory burden,
which may impact both the industry’s long-term stability and its ability to successfully transition to a legal,
regulated paradigm that can outcompete the existing black market.
Discussion of regulating and taxing the cannabis industry can too often overshadow the larger jobs and
economic development issues that typically accompany efforts to attract new industry. Word that a new
business or industry is looking to bring hundreds of new jobs to a community is more commonly met with
open arms and offers of tax incentives. The cannabis industry is perhaps completely unique in that the
inherent jobs and economic development benefits are welcomed more grudgingly and met with the
disincentive of special taxes. While the tax revenue potential is attractive to local governments, imposing
excessively high rates may reduce the number of businesses that step forward and decrease the likelihood
that they will succeed in the regulated market. In this way, higher taxes could result in less revenue.
In considering whether to impose taxes, and at what rates, local decision makers must start with a candid
assessment of their goals. What is their community’s relationship with this industry currently? What
would they like it to be in the future? How can they use a combination of land use, regulation, taxes and
law enforcement to move this industry in the desired direction? Doing so can allow the County, with the
help of numerous State agencies, to regulate this industry so as to reduce harm to consumers, the
community, and the environment that have gone unmitigated for too long.
Cannabis cultivation, manufacturing distribution and retail sales each offer different challenges and
opportunities for the County. Retailers serve the local population, so the amount of product they sell and
the amount of revenue they collectively generate is not greatly affected by the number of dispensaries
through which that product flows. From a tax perspective, retail sales are a zero-sum game in that,
eventually, new retailers simply cannibalize sales from existing ones.
Cannabis manufacturing presents the best opportunity for growing new businesses and jobs, but this
sector has a high degree of mobility. The manufacturing segment is growing and expanding, and offers
lots of opportunity for innovation and job creation. Clear regulatory policies and low tax rates will be
essential for attracting or holding on to this sector.
Equally important to tax rates is setting a clear and unambiguous direction for regulatory policy. As with
any other industry, the cannabis industry desires regulatory certainty. This is a pivotal moment in time
for the cannabis industry in California and Contra Costa County, and delay can cause lost opportunities
for those cannabis businesses that are looking to make the transition to a legal, regulated market. We
encourage the County to provide as much clarity as possible regarding its goals for this emerging industry,
and to establish a clear and methodical process for working towards those goals in a timely manner. Doing
so will provide the greatest opportunity for the County’s cannabis industry to succeed in a changing world.
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Legal and Regulatory Background for California
The legal and regulatory status of cannabis in the State of California (“State”) has been continually evolving
ever since the passage of Proposition 215, the Compassionate Use Act of 1996 (“the CUA”), which de-
criminalized the use, possession and cultivation of cannabis for qualifying patients and their primary
caregivers when such use has been recommended by a physician. The CUA did not create any regulatory
program to guide implementation, nor did it provide any guidelines for local jurisdictions to establish their
own regulations.
The lack of legal and regulatory certainty for medical marijuana (or cannabis) continued for nearly 20
years, until the passage of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MCRSA”) in October of 2015.
MCRSA creates a State licensing program for commercial medical cannabis activities, while allowing
counties and cities to maintain local regulatory authority. The State will not issue a state license without
first receiving authorization by the applicable local jurisdiction.
Under MCRSA, commercial medical cannabis activities are regulated by a variety of State agencies. The
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will create, issue, and suspend or revoke licenses
for the cultivation of medical cannabis. The Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation (later renamed the
Bureau of Cannabis Control, or BCC) in the Department of Consumer Affairs, will administer, enforce,
create, issue, renew, discipline, suspend, and/or revoke licenses for distributors, testing laboratories, and
dispensaries. The California Department of Public Health’s newly created Office of Manufactured
Cannabis Safety (OMCS), will license cannabis product manufacturers, and will develop standards for the
production and labeling of all medical cannabis products.
On November 8, 2016, the voters of the State of California approved Proposition 64, the Adult Use of
Marijuana Act (“the AUMA”), which allows adults 21 years of age or older to legally grow, possess, and
use marijuana for non-medical purposes, with certain restrictions. The AUMA requires the State to
regulate non-medical marijuana businesses and tax the growing and selling of medical and non-medical
marijuana. Cities and counties may also regulate non-medical marijuana businesses by requiring them to
obtain local permits or restricting where they may be located. Cities and counties may also completely
ban marijuana related businesses if they so choose.
Most recently, on June 27, 2017, the State of California passed SB 94, which repealed MCRSA and
incorporated certain provisions of MCRSA into the licensing provisions of AUMA. These consolidated
provisions are now known as the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act
(MAUCRSA). MAUCRSA revised references to “marijuana” or “medical marijuana” in existing law to
instead refer to “cannabis” or “medicinal cannabis,” respectively. MAUCRSA generally imposes the same
requirements on both commercial medicinal and commercial adult-use cannabis activity, with certain
exceptions.
All State license types other than Type 8 Testing Laboratories shall be designated either “A” for Adult Use
or “M” for Medical”. A single licensee will be allowed to hold both A and M licenses, but it’s unclear
whether they will be able to operate both on the same premises.
Figure 1 lists the 20 different license types available from the State under MAUCRSA, plus two additional
types (N and P manufacturers) that are anticipated to be created through the rulemaking process over
the next few months. As noted, the licensee must be in compliance with any local regulations before the
State will issue any license.
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Figure 1:
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MAUCRSA incorporated the Type 5, 5A and 5B cultivation licenses from AUMA, which will allow for
cannabis farms of unlimited size. No Type 5 licenses will be issued before 2023, however, and local
jurisdictions will still retain the authority to disallow or limit the size of cannabis cultivation. It is
anticipated that CDFA will limit the number of Type 5 licenses, but this is not yet clear.
AUMA and MAUCRSA eliminated the Type 12 Cannabis Transporter license type from MCRSA. Instead,
cannabis cultivators, manufacturers and dispensaries (but not testing laboratories) are now allowed to
transport their own product, provided they have a separate distributor license. Independent cannabis
distributors will likely pick up a larger portion of that business, too. In its place, MAUCRSA incorporated
the Type 12 license for cannabis “Microbusinesses” from AUMA, which allows a combined non-medical
cannabis business with up to 10,000 square feet of cultivation, and which can manufacture, distribute and
sell their product on-site to retail customers, provided they meet all of the individual license requirements
for all of the activities they choose to undertake.
MAUCRSA also made a fundamental change to the local control provisions. Under MCRSA, an applicant
could not obtain a State license until they had a local permit. Under MAUCRSA, an applicant for a State
license does not have to first obtain a local permit, but they cannot be in violation of any local ordinance
or regulations. The State licensing agency shall contact the local jurisdiction to see whether the applicant
has a permit or is in violation of local regulations, but if the local jurisdiction does not respond within 60
days, then the applicant will be presumed to be in compliance and the State license will be issued.
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Current Un-Licensed Production in Contra Costa County
Cannabis cultivation exists in every county and region in California, either legally or through the black
market, though the size and nature of the industry can vary greatly from place to place. A Standardized
Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) prepared for CDFA estimates statewide cannabis production at 13.5
million pounds, though its estimate of the amount of cannabis consumed by California residents is just
2.5 million poundsi, suggesting a significant amount of overproduction that is presumably exported to
other states through the black market.
The SRIA relies upon three sources of information: registered farms, eradications, and mapped but
unregistered farms. The data captured is assumed to be accurate, but it does not capture unknowns such
as indoor cultivation sites that have escaped detection. It also does not distinguish between black market
cultivation and those who are seeking to become legal. These figures also do not include small amounts
of cannabis grown for personal use or cannabis that is imported from Mexico. Given these constraints,
it is likely that the actual amount of cannabis grown in California is even greater than the 13.5 million
pounds projected.
This same study found that the Bay Area Region (which includes San Francisco, Alameda and Contra Costa
counties) produces approximately 175,000 pounds of cannabis per year, which amounts to about 1.3% of
the cannabis produced in the State. 61% of the region’s production is believed to be cultivated outdoors,
with 13% using mixed-light cultivation and 26% being produced indoors.
The SRIA does not break down estimates of production for individual counties. Dividing 175,000 pounds
equally among the three counties in the region would give a figure of about 58,000 pounds for each.
Contra Costa County has a population of 1.135 million people, while Alameda County’s population is 1.514
million, and San Francisco’s is 865,000. This gives Contra Costa 32% of the region’s share of population,
which roughly conforms with the three-way split.
San Francisco is one of the most expensive places to live in the United States, with a medium home price
of $1.469 million dollars. By comparison, the medium home price in Alameda County is $900,000, and
$660,000 in Contra Costaii. It’s reasonable to assume that these lower property values and a higher
vacancy rate for commercial or industrial properties would make Alameda a more attractive location for
this industry to locate, given the opportunity.
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Initial Parameters for this Analysis
Contra Costa County currently has a ban on all commercial cannabis activity. At its July 18 th meeting, the
Board of Supervisors expressed interest in exploring possibilities for lifting the ban and instead regulating
and taxing cannabis, but only if the two are linked. To accomplish this, the County is seeking to develop
a tax measure for the November 2018 ballot, along with a regulatory program that would only be enacted
if and when the voters approve the tax measure. The County is seeking additional data and information
from HdL to help inform decision-making regarding both measures. Most immediately, the County desires
information on the potential revenue that could be generated by a tax measure, based on a variety of
scenarios, as well as other fiscal and economic impacts. This information will help the Board determine
how aggressive it wants to be in permitting, regulating and taxing this industry, so that it can provide more
meaningful direction to staff for development of these measures.
For this fiscal analysis, HdL is providing a number of scenarios based upon a variety of sources. Figures for
cultivation are based on the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s August 2016 survey of
interest in the various commercial cannabis license types for each county in California. The CDFA survey
data was gathered solely through self-reporting from respondents all around California who voluntarily
chose to participate by going to CDFA’s website. The survey methods were neither detailed nor conclusive
and did not require any evidence or corroboration of a respondent’s stated intent to apply for a given
type of license in any particular county. The survey data also does not distinguish between the County’s
unincorporated jurisdiction and the cities within the County.
While we have clear concerns with the specific accuracy of this data, we believe this survey is still valuable.
In counties which have done a more detailed local registry of prospective licensees, we have found the
CDFA data comports roughly with the local data as a general indicator of greater or lesser interest in the
various cultivation license types, though not in actual numbers. Rather than using the CDFA survey as a
source for specific numbers, we shall utilize this data only as a starting point to provide a general indication
of the overall level of interest in, for example, indoor cultivation versus outdoor, or Type 3 “Medium”
licenses versus the smaller Type 1 “Specialty” licenses. To this end, we have rounded the numbers in our
calculations to the nearest 5 to avoid the perception that these figures are exact.
That CDFA survey shows 213 people expressing interest in seeking any of the 10 cultivation license types
in all of Contra Costa County, including both the cities and the unincorporated area. While this figure
seems reasonable compared with other Bay Area counties of similar size (the survey shows 257 for San
Francisco and 589 for Alameda) our analysis here will use a smaller subset of these numbers to account
for that portion of survey respondents who live in the cities, or who may not be in a realistic position to
move forward at this time. Additionally, the County may wish to phase-in such permits over a period of
time, starting with a smaller number of available permits and increasing this as the industry normalizes.
This initial fiscal analysis provides four scenarios that represent roughly 5%, 10%, 15% and 25% of the
cultivation figures in the CDFA survey. Based on consultation with County staff, we shall use hypothetical
base tax rates of $1, $3, $5 and $7 per square foot of cultivation area.
The CDFA survey shows 34 people registering their interest in seeking licenses for cannabis retailers in
Contra Costa County. The number of cannabis retailers that a city or county can support can be based
upon population and neighboring communities. Contra Costa has an estimated population of 1.135
million people, of which around 200,000 live in the unincorporated area. A 2015 survey by the Humboldt
Institute for Interdisciplinary Marijuana Studiesiii found an average of 4-6 retailers (or dispensaries) for
every 100,000 people statewide, and likely more in communities with higher social acceptance and use.
This would allow for between 45 and 68 retailers countywide, with a proportional share of 8 to 12 in the
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unincorporated area. That same study showed that Contra Costa County had only 1 or 2 dispensaries per
100,000 people, which would indicate between 11 and 22 dispensaries countywide, with 2 to 4 in the
unincorporated area.
Confidential sales tax data obtained by HdL shows 40 marijuana-related businesses in Contra Costa County
as a whole registered with the Board of Equalization (payment of sales tax indicates a retail cannabis
business). Of these, only 26 report any actual income, with just 9 reporting significant income over the
past 4 quarters. There are just 7 registered marijuana-related businesses in the unincorporated County,
with only 1 reporting significant income over the past 4 quarters. This figure is presumably low due to the
existing ban on such businesses, and so does not represent the number of retailers that might come into
existence should the County allow them.
The population-based norms from the study above suggest that the county as a whole could potentially
accommodate as many as 68 cannabis retailers, with perhaps as many as 22 serving the unincorporated
area. To attract such a large share of such businesses, the County would have to offer favorable
regulations and attractive tax rates, and allow retailers in locations that very aggressively pull customers
from neighboring cities. We believe this is unlikely in the near term, and may be undesirable to the
community at large. For purposes of this fiscal analysis, we shall use four scenarios for the number of
retailers in the unincorporated area: a low of 3, a high of 12, and two midrange models at 6 and 9. We
have run each of these scenarios using hypothetical gross receipts tax rates of 3%, 5% and 7%.
The County may also wish to consider structuring its regulations or taxes for cannabis retailers in a way
that supports or encourages delivery services, rather than brick-and-mortar stores. Data collected for a
Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment conducted for the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation
(now Bureau of Cannabis Control) found that 57% of cannabis retailers statewide use a storefront location,
while 47% conduct business using a delivery service. The 4% overlap in the results represents retailers
that sell through both a storefront and a delivery service. This 4% figure is believed to be an
underestimate due to certain reporting requirements.
Estimating numbers for cannabis manufacturers is more complicated than either cultivators or
dispensaries, as there is not yet good data to go by. The Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment
developed for the California Department of Public Health’s Office of Manufactured Cannabis Safety
estimated that there are perhaps 1,000 cannabis manufacturers of all types statewide. HdL believes that
these will not be apportioned evenly by county or by population or land mass. Rather, we assume that
these businesses will tend to locate in those counties that provide the most attractive mix of amenities,
including access to markets and suppliers, a vibrant cannabis industry and a welcoming regulatory and tax
climate. Given the wide range of approaches to cannabis by jurisdictions around the State, we assume
that 50% (500) of these 1,000 business will be centered in 12 supportive counties, with the other 50%
being spread among the remaining 46. This gives an average of 42 cannabis manufacturers for each of
the 12 counties.
We believe that Contra Costa County, due to its prime location as the eastern gateway to the Bay Area, is
well positioned to be one of these 12 supportive counties, should it choose to be. How these are
apportioned between the County and the 17 cities is uncertain, but with favorable regulatory policies and
available industrial spaces, the County could potentially attract as many as 20 of these businesses. For
this analysis we will use four scenarios, with 5, 10, 15 or 20 manufacturers, and run them at hypothetical
tax rates of 3%, 5% and 7% of gross receipts.
Distributorships are also difficult to provide estimates for at this time, due to a similar lack of data. As
with manufacturers, where these businesses choose to set up shop will largely be a function of access to
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clients and markets, and a welcoming regulatory and tax climate. Contra Costa’s location lends itself well
to distribution centers that can access both the greater San Francisco Bay Area and the Capitol corridor,
suggesting that the County could seek to attract more than its proportional share of these businesses, if
it chose to.
The Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) completed for the Bureau of Cannabis Control iv
assumes that there is an average of 1 distributor for every 10 dispensaries, and 1 testing lab for every 2
distributors. The model estimates that the average distributor would handle 6,400 pounds of cannabis
per year. Our analysis of potential cultivation in the County considers 4 possible scenarios, ranging from
5% to 25% of the number of growers identified in the CDFA survey. From this, we anticipate a total
production of 22,000 pounds to 110,000 pounds per year. Assuming that half of the cultivators choose to
self-distribute, we would anticipate between 2 and 8 independent distributors being needed to move the
remaining volume of product to market. This is discussed in more detail in the section on Distributors,
beginning on page 32.
There are not yet established norms for taxing distributorships. This analysis will consider just two
scenarios with 3 and 5 distributors, and will run them with the same tax rates for retailers and
manufacturers (3%, 5% and 7%). While there is not an abundance of data to determine the average gross
receipts for distributors, HdL has reviewed a number of pro-formas for distributors seeking licenses in
other jurisdictions. These indicate anticipated gross receipts in the range of $2 million to $3 million per
year, with an average of $2.5 million. We shall use these figures for our revenue projections.
Lastly, HdL does not recommend proposing a tax on testing laboratories, as they perform a quasi-
regulatory function that protects public health and safety. The cost of testing (averaging about $50 per
pound) and loss of product (0.5%) is a government mandated cost that is akin to a tax of 5.5%.
The scenarios and rates for this analysis are shown in Figure 2, below.
Figure 3:
Cannabis Business Type Scenarios Tax Rates
Cultivation 5%, 10%, 15%, 25% of CDFA $1, $3, $5, $7 per sq. ft.
Retailers 3, 6, 9, 12 3%, 5%, 7%
Manufacturers 5, 10, 15, 20 3%, 5%, 7%
Distributors 3, 5 3%, 5%, 7%
Testing - -
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Phasing-In Permits and Taxes
The numbers and percentages used in this analysis are displayed as ranges to offer options for the County
to consider. These ranges can also be considered as illustrating the effect of “phasing-in” over time. For
example, the County may issue 3 retailer permits the first year, with 3 more in year two, and 3 more the
year after that, for a total of 9. In such case, the numbers in this analysis could be used to show the
revenues that could be expected in each successive year as the program builds.
Phasing-in can be done deliberately, to allow the County to gain experience with regulating cannabis, or
it can happen passively as a result of the rate at which the County is able to implement a new program
and process the associated permit workload. It can also happen as a result of the adoption curve by the
industry, as some players may choose to delay their entry into the regulated market so as to avoid the
risks associated with being an early adopter. Additionally, many of those in the cannabis industry may
have little or no experience with permitting, licensing or regulation, or in running an above-board
business, which reduces the likelihood that they will ultimately succeed in obtaining permits.
In any of these cases, the number of permits issued in the first few years would be a subset of the total
number of cannabis businesses that may step forward. As such, a deliberate phased approach that limits
the number of permits to be processed in each of the first few years of the program may prove to have
little actual effect on the number of businesses that obtain permits within that timeframe.
Planning for a set number of permits over a given period of time can allow the County to better anticipate
the workload on an annual basis, so that it can budget appropriately and provide adequate staffing in
advance. Stretching the permitting workload over a greater period of time, in turn, can allow the County
to accommodate that workload with fewer additional staff, decreasing the likelihood of layoffs after an
initial rush of permitting has ended.
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Taxing Cultivation
There are four main approaches to taxing the various cannabis commercial activities:
1) A tax on cultivation area by square foot: This is the method most commonly used by local
jurisdictions to tax cannabis cultivation, as discussed in detail below.
2) A tax on gross receipts of a cannabis business; The State’s 15% excise tax is an example of a tax
on the business’s gross receipts. This is the method most commonly applied to cannabis
businesses other than cultivation.
3) A per-unit tax on the product by weight or volume: The State’s cultivation tax of $9.25 per ounce
of dried flower or $2.75 per ounce is a tax on product by weight, which does not consider the
value of the product.
4) A retail sales tax at point of sale: All retail sales of cannabis and cannabis products are subject to
State and local sales taxes, with a limited exception for qualifying patients with a State-issued ID
card. State and local taxes are limited to a combined maximum of 10.250%
When multiple tax methods are applied at both the local and state levels, each adds to the final price of
the product, even though the taxes are collected upstream from the end user in most cases. Varying tax
structures at both the local and state levels can make it hard to find a common denominator for
determining the cumulative tax rate. To determine the cumulative tax rate on cannabis, how a gross
receipts tax compares with other methods, we must find a common denominator between square
footage, weight of product, and gross receipts.
Square Footage Tax
Cannabis cultivation is most commonly taxed on the square footage of the canopy or cultivation area.
Draft regulations developed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for
implementation of MCRSA1 define “canopy” to mean all of the following:
1) The designated area(s) at a licensed premises that will contain mature plants at any point in time;
2) Canopy shall be calculated in square feet and measured using clearly identifiable boundaries of
all area(s) that will contain mature plants at any point in time, including all of the space(s) within
the boundaries;
3) Canopy may be noncontiguous but each unique area included in the total canopy calculation shall
be separated by an identifiable boundary such as an interior wall or by at least 10 feet of open
space; and
1 In late June, the Legislature passed and the Governor signed into law, the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis
Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA), which repealed MCRSA and creates one regulatory system for both medicinal
and adult-use cannabis. As a result, CDFA, the California Department of Public Health and the renamed Bureau of
Cannabis Control have withdrawn their proposed regulations and are each developing new proposed regulations
based on the new law. It is expected that the revised rules will track closely with the previous proposed rules. The
agencies will use the emergency rulemaking process for the new proposed regulations, which are expected to be
published in the fall for approval and implementation by January 2, 2018.
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4) If mature plants are being cultivated using a shelving system, the surface area of each level shall
be included in the total canopy calculation.
The State’s proposed definition arguably makes “canopy” the same as the permitted cultivation area.
Using this same definition for local regulatory and tax ordinances would allow the County’s cultivation tax
to be directly tied to the specific square footage of the permitted cultivation area. This has a number of
benefits to both the cultivator and the taxing agency.
A tax on the square footage of the permitted cultivation area allows both the grower and the county to
know exactly how much the annual tax will be at the time the permit is applied for or issued. The tax is a
fixed amount, rather than a variable, so the grower can factor the cost into their financing or business
plan without any uncertainty as to the amount of their tax liability for the year. Similarly, this
foreknowledge allows the local government to accurately predict their annual revenues from the
cultivation tax, for improved budgeting.
With a square footage tax, the tax liability is known upfront, so payment can be made at any time rather
than having to wait until the end of the year. Payment of the tax upfront at the time of permitting may
create cashflow problems for the grower, as it would require a significant capital outlay far in advance of
harvest and sale. Alternately, tax payments can be made in monthly installments, or deferred until time
of harvest. Since the amount of the tax liability would be known upfront, there would be no end-of-year
tax surprises for either the cultivator or the County.
A square footage tax does have a significant shortcoming in that it is based upon assumptions of yield,
rather than actual yield. As an agricultural crop, cannabis can be subject to crop loss due to pests, bugs,
mites, viruses, mold and mildew. A tax on square footage, by itself, cannot account for such occurrences
upfront. Unless there is some accommodation or mechanism put in place to address crop loss, the
cultivator may find themselves paying the same amount of tax on half a crop, or even no crop, as they
would have on a full, healthy crop.
Gross Receipts Tax on Cultivation
A tax on the gross receipts of a business may be paid either monthly or annually. Since cultivation is
cyclical, growers are likely to have some months where they have no reportable gross receipts, and other
months where their gross receipts are high. This is especially the case for cultivation that uses only natural
light (commonly referred to as “outdoor” cultivation, though this may occur in a greenhouse) which
typically only achieves one harvest per year. The amount of their tax liability to the County or not be
known until harvest time, which may leave some growers with a significant end-of-year tax burden beyond
what they had planned for. However, this difference between projections and actual yield would be a
positive, in that the cultivator would only have to pay a higher than expected tax if they were in the
enviable position of having a higher than expected yield, or of selling their product for a higher than
expected price. By contrast, under a square footage tax, a cultivator who experiences crop loss could
have to pay the same amount of tax on a lower, perhaps much lower, yield.
While gross receipts taxes are common for cannabis manufacturers and dispensaries, they are generally
less common for cultivation. Perhaps one of the reasons for this is that a cultivation tax could be seen as
taxing a land use activity, rather than a product. In such case, the tax should be proportional to the impact
of that activity. Cannabis cultivation is directly proportional to the amount of area to be cultivated,
particularly in the case of outdoor or greenhouse cultivation. The impacts, too, may be seen as
proportional to this cultivation area, whether it be the clearing of land, water supply or other
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environmental factors. However, these arguments in favor of a tax on the area of impact are less
compelling when considering indoor or mixed-light cultivation.
A cultivation tax based on gross receipts is a tax on production or earnings, rather than activity. The
cultivator’s tax liability increases as productivity increases, even if the amount or area of activity has not
changed. A cultivator who succeeds in producing more product, or a higher value product, from a given-
size cultivation area, will pay more than a cultivator who produces less, or lower value product, from the
same size area. As noted above, though, the cultivator would only be in the position of paying more tax
if they made more money.
Lastly, it’s important to bear in mind that a tax on gross receipts is a tax on gross income, rather than
actual profit. What portion of that income the cultivator is able to realize as profit depends upon their
business skills and other factors that are beyond the scope of this report.
Economies of scale
As with regulations, taxes provide the opportunity to encourage and incentivize certain industry behaviors
while discouraging or disincentivizing others. They can be used to level the playing field, or to tilt it as
desired. Higher taxes are generally seen as creating a less-welcoming regulatory environment, while tax
incentives are sometimes offered to help attract businesses. In this way, the effect of taxes on the
cannabis industry should be no different than any other industry. While retailers must be located to serve
the local population, both cultivation and manufacturing have some option to move to other jurisdictions
with a more advantageous regulatory climate. If the County desires to generate revenue from this
industry through taxes, then it must find tax rates and structures that are acceptable or beneficial to those
aspects of the industry it wishes to allow, support or encourage. Simply put, the County will not realize
any revenue from businesses which choose to locate elsewhere due to a burdensome or unwelcoming
regulatory and tax climate.
Scenarios presented in this report make a number of baseline assumptions regarding the impact of taxes.
It is assumed that a high tax burden presents a greater challenge to smaller businesses than to larger ones,
which have certain benefits from economies of scale. This is not to say that higher taxes are beneficial to
larger businesses; it is only to suggest that larger businesses generally have a somewhat greater capacity
to accommodate and absorb overhead such as taxes and, conversely, that smaller businesses are more
acutely affected by this increased overhead. Studies suggest that the economies of scale are larger for
outdoor cultivation than for indoor, but that they are nonetheless relatively mild (Hawken, 2013).v
Economies of scale may be a consideration for the County in that they create a slight advantage for larger
cannabis businesses. All other things being equal, a larger business with lower per-unit operational costs
will have certain advantages over smaller competitors, potentially leading to more large businesses and
fewer small ones, especially if there is only a limited number of permits to be available. The County may
regard this as either a non-issue or even as beneficial, if it desires to incentivize large cannabis businesses
over small ones. On the other hand, if the County desires to either level the playing field or to incentivize
smaller cannabis operations, it may want to consider a tiered tax structure with a slight increase on the
larger operations. This is discussed later in this analysis.
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Harvest Cycles
It is assumed that indoor and mixed-light cultivation are capable of multiple harvest cycles per year, as
opposed to a single harvest cycle for outdoor cultivation. Though cultivation methods, harvest cycles and
productivity can vary greatly, a standard rule of thumb among many in the industry is that outdoor
(natural light) cultivation yields one harvest cycle per year, while mixed-light yields three harvests, and
full-indoor commonly yields five. A flat, square-foot tax on the cultivation area thus gives mixed-light and
indoor operations the advantage of being able to amortize that tax over far more product, granting them
a distinct price advantage over outdoor cultivation. However, both indoor and mixed-light are far more
infrastructure intensive than outdoor cultivation and typically carry far greater up-front investment and
operational costsvi. Both of these factors should be considered when developing an appropriate tax
strategy.
For purposes of this analysis, we have modified the one, three and five harvest cycles per year above to
assume just four cycles for indoor cultivation. This assumption is modified for the sake of providing more
conservative projections and to recognize that there are a range of practices and regimens for indoor
cultivation. It is generally accepted that cannabis requires a minimum of 60 days to reach flowering
maturity, which would allow for a maximum of six harvest cycles per year (some cultivators claim to
achieve as many as eight harvests per year, but this is likely neither realistic nor sustainable at the
commercial level). Assuming four harvest cycles per year also reflects the higher volatility of a more
rigorous and demanding rotation schedule by allowing for the possibility of crop loss due to pathogens or
other causes.
Yield is assumed to average one pound of cannabis flower for every 10 square feet of cultivation area.
This metric is drawn from a 2010 study by the Rand Corporationvii. Though the study is fairly old for such
a young industry, its findings are consistent with more recent studies. Some cultivation facilities can yield
one pound for every eight square feet, and others cite yields that are much lower (more square feet per
pound), but 10 square feet remains a commonly used metric which provides for conservative estimates.
Each State cultivation license type allows a range for the amount of area that can be cultivated. Types 1,
1A and 1B (“Specialty”) each allow up to 5,000 square feet. Types 2, 2A and 2B (“Small”) allow from 5,001
up to 10,000 square feet. Type 3 (“Medium”) allows from 10,001 square feet up to a full acre (for outdoor
cultivation) while Types 3A and 3B allow from 10,001 up to 22,000 square feet. The Type 5, 5A and 5B
(“Large”) licenses created by AUMA will allow for unlimited cultivation sizes, starting in 2023. It is not
possible at this time to know the actual size of the cultivation area that will be permitted for each
applicant, but any variables can only push these figures downward, as they cannot exceed the maximum
allowed by their license type. For purposes of this analysis, we will generally assume that the average
canopy area for each license type would be 75% of the allowable maximum.
Comparing Square Footage and Gross Receipts
Determining how a gross receipts tax rate for manufacturers, dispensaries or other cannabis businesses
affects the overall, cumulative tax rate on cannabis is fairly easy, as it can be reverse engineered. This
allows us to compare the relative tax burden on different cannabis activities, as well as the cumulative
burden on the end consumer.
Determining an appropriate tax on cultivation area based on square feet is more difficult, as we have to
convert the tax rate per square foot to a percentage of product value. To do this, we have to take into
account the differences in harvest cycles per year, as noted above. If all other factors are equal, then
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indoor cultivation should be able to absorb a tax rate that is four times higher than the tax rate for outdoor
cultivation.
We have provided a number of generic tables to demonstrate the difference between factors of harvest
cycles and scale of operation. Each of these tables (figures 3 through 7) consider a sample area of just
1,000 square feet for each cultivation type. By using increments of 1,000 square feet as a standard unit
of measure, it is easy to extrapolate to determine what the yield, value, and annual tax paid would be for
larger sizes. Outdoor cultivation, mixed light and indoors are assumed to yield one, three and four harvest
cycles per year, and we assume an average value of $1,000 per pound, as discussed previously. This
allows us to compare square footage and gross receipts with a common denominator.
Flat Tax
Figure 3, below, shows the uneven result of a simple “flat tax” on cultivation area. In this example, all
license types are taxed at a simple $1.00 per square foot rate, for illustration purposes. Though this may
sound fair and equitable, the effective tax rate varies by a factor of four. Each cultivation type pays the
same tax rate of $1.00 per square foot and the same amount of tax at $1,000. However, when the tax is
amortized to capture the number of cycles per year, the equivalent gross receipts tax rate for mixed light
drops to $0.33 per square foot and indoor drops to $0.25 per square foot. The tax per pound varies from
$10.00 for outdoor down to just $2.50 for indoor, and the tax as a percent of value varies from 1.00%
down to just 0.25%. Clearly, a flat tax gives a huge advantage and incentive to indoor cultivation, with its
potential for four or more cycles per year, while presenting a significant disadvantage for outdoor
cultivation.
Figure 3:
Figure 4 presents the same scenario, but with a tax rate that varies depending upon the cultivation type
and the anticipated number of harvest cycles per year. In this example, the tax rate for outdoor stays at
$1.00 per square foot, but the tax on mixed light and indoor are increased to $3.00 per square foot and
$4.00 per square foot, respectively. The amount of tax paid ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 for the same
cultivation area but, when amortized over the number of harvest cycles, the tax rate is an even $1.00 per
square foot, the tax per pound is an even $10.00 and the equivalent tax rate as a percent of value is 1.00%
for all cultivation types. Using this example, it is easy to see how higher tax rates could be based upon
multiples of this 1/3/4 structure, such as 2/6/8 or 3/9/12.
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Tax Rate
$1.00/sf
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $1.00 $1,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $1.00 $1,000 $0.33 $3.33 0.33%
Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $1.00 $1,000 $0.25 $2.50 0.25%
Flat Tax of $1 per Square Foot
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Figure 4:
As a general (but not universal) rule, larger operations typically have some ability to accommodate higher
overhead, as it is spread across more production. Conversely, a given tax rate may be harder for small
cultivators to absorb, increasing the likelihood that small growers may give way to larger operations. The
next three scenarios are based on the varied tax rate above, but we have added in tiers that increase the
tax rate by 25% for each larger cultivation class (Specialty, Small and Medium).
Figure 5:
Figure 5 (above) uses the 1/3/4 rate structure from Figure 3 for the “Specialty” cultivation classes (License
Types 1, 1A and 1B; up to 5,000 square feet). For the “Small” cultivation classes (Type 2, 2A and 2B; up to
10,000 square feet), we have added in a 25% increase over the base rate, and for the “Medium” classes
(Type 3, 3A and 3B; up to 22,000 square feet for indoor and mixed light, or one acre for outdoor) we have
added an additional 25%. The tax rates vary more greatly, from a low of $1.00 per square foot for Specialty
Outdoor, up to $6.00 per square foot for Medium Indoor, and the amount of tax paid on the 1,000 square
feet sample area varies accordingly; from $1,000 up to $6,000. However, the tax rate amortized by
harvest cycles per year only varies from $1.00 per square foot to $1.50 per square foot. The tax per pound
ranges from $10.00 to $15.00, and the tax as a percent of value (assuming $1,000 per pound) equals just
1% to 1.5%.
Figure 6 builds upon the previous scenario, but increases the base tax rate for outdoors cultivation up to
$3.00 per square foot. The base rate for mixed light is set at $9.00 per square foot, and the base rate for
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Variable
Tax Rate
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $1.00 $1,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $3.00 $3,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $4.00 $4,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Variable Tax Adjusted by Harvest Cycles per Year
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Tiered
Variable
Tax Rate
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Specialty Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $1.00 $1,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Specialty Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $3.00 $3,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Specialty Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $4.00 $4,000 $1.00 $10.00 1.00%
Small Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $1.25 $1,250 $1.25 $12.50 1.25%
Small Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $3.75 $3,750 $1.25 $12.50 1.25%
Small Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $5.00 $5,000 $1.25 $12.50 1.25%
Medium Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $1.50 $1,500 $1.50 $15.00 1.50%
Medium Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $4.50 $4,500 $1.50 $15.00 1.50%
Medium Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $6.00 $6,000 $1.50 $15.00 1.50%
Tiered Variable Tax Adjusted by Harvest Cycles per Year and Cultivation Area - Example 1
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indoors is $12.00 per square foot. As with the previous model, the rate increases by 25% for each larger
cultivation class. This pushes the tax rate for Medium Indoors cultivation up to $18.00 per square foot,
or $18,000 for a 1,000 square foot sample area. While on its face this appears to be a very high tax rate,
when amortized over four harvest cycles the rate is just $4.50 per square foot, and the tax as a percent of
value is 4.50%.
Figure 5:
Figure 7 shows the effect of applying this model to a higher base rate of $5.00 per square foot. Using the
same multipliers for harvest cycles, the base rate for mixed-light cultivation goes up to $15.00 per square
foot and the base rate for indoor goes up to $20.00 per square foot. The highest rate for the medium
indoors cultivation class climbs all the way to $30.00 per square foot, which equals a tax per pound of
$75.00, and an equivalent tax rate as a percent of value of 7.50%.
Figure 7:
Adding tiers for larger cultivation license types can be an effective, incentive-based tool to either level the
playing field for small operations, or to actively encourage small growers over larger ones. Limiting the
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Tiered
Variable
Tax Rate
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Specialty Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $3.00 $3,000 $3.00 $30.00 3.00%
Specialty Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $9.00 $9,000 $3.00 $30.00 3.00%
Specialty Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $12.00 $12,000 $3.00 $30.00 3.00%
Small Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $3.75 $3,750 $3.75 $37.50 3.75%
Small Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $11.25 $11,250 $3.75 $37.50 3.75%
Small Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $15.00 $15,000 $3.75 $37.50 3.75%
Medium Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $4.50 $4,500 $4.50 $45.00 4.50%
Medium Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $13.50 $13,500 $4.50 $45.00 4.50%
Medium Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $18.00 $18,000 $4.50 $45.00 4.50%
Tiered Variable Tax Adjusted by Harvest Cycles per Year and Cultivation Area - Example 2
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Tax Rate
$1.00/sf
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Specialty Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $5.00 $5,000 $5.00 $50.00 5.00%
Specialty Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $15.00 $15,000 $5.00 $50.00 5.00%
Specialty Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $20.00 $20,000 $5.00 $50.00 5.00%
Small Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $6.25 $6,250 $6.25 $62.50 6.25%
Small Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $18.75 $18,750 $6.25 $62.50 6.25%
Small Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $25.00 $25,000 $6.25 $62.50 6.25%
Medium Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $7.50 $7,500 $7.50 $75.00 7.50%
Medium Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $22.50 $22,500 $7.50 $75.00 7.50%
Medium Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $30.00 $30,000 $7.50 $75.00 7.50%
Tiered Variable Tax Adjusted by Harvest Cycles per Year and Cultivation Area - Example 3
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number of licenses available for each license type accomplishes this same goal in a more prescriptive
manner.
Equivalent Tax Rate
Lastly, Figure 8 shows a simple, non-tiered tax to arrive at an equivalent tax rate of 7%. The baseline for
outdoor cultivation would be $7 per square foot, with mixed light at $21 per square foot and indoors at
$28 per square foot. There are no tiers for larger of smaller size operations, to keep the equivalent tax
rate at a consistent 7%. Adding tiers at an additional 25% as in the previous models would push the top-
tier rate for Type 3B Medium Indoor cultivation to $42 per square foot, making it one of the highest
square-footage cultivation rates in California.
Figure 8:
This model demonstrates both the ability to use a square footage tax as a proxy for either gross receipts
(percent of value) or for unit of product (per pound) and for understanding how gross receipts relates to
cultivation area. Both models are sound, and each has their advantages. A square footage tax has greater
ability to incentivize or disincentivize certain cultivation practices by applying different rates to different
cultivation types or sizes. However, if this is not the goal, then this flexibility is needless. Unless there is
a desire to provide such incentives, then rates would typically be adjusted to create parity among the
different cultivation types and sizes, which is the same effective outcome as a gross receipts tax.
Each of these taxing methods (per square foot, per pound, and percent of value) have their advantages
and disadvantages. A square footage tax is the easiest to administer2, as the amount of the tax is known
by both the County and the cultivator at the time the permit is issued, but it is less-well suited for capturing
variables in price or production, or for accommodating circumstances such as crop loss. A gross receipts
tax directly reflects the actual earnings of the business, but the amount of the tax liability can vary greatly
from year to year, making budget projections difficult. A per-pound tax on production has the advantage
of being consistent with the State’s cultivation tax, but this also can vary, and does not capture huge
variables in product value. Both the gross receipts tax and the per-pound tax can also be difficult to
administer, as the County must verify the business’s reported earnings or production.
2 Another administratively simple method of taxing is a flat licensing tax. Mendocino County, for example, charges
a tax of $2,500 on all cannabis distribution, delivery, manufacturing, nurseries, and testing laboratories, regardless
of their size or gross receipts. This is separate from fees that cover the costs of permitting.
Cultivation Type Harvest
Cycles
/Year
Sample
Area
(sq ft)
Yield
(lbs)
Value @
$1,000/lb
Variable
Tax Rate
Total
Annual
Tax Paid
Tax Rate
per Cycle
Tax per
Pound
Tax as
Percent
of Value
Outdoors 1 1,000 100 $100,000 $7.00 $7,000 $7.00 $70.00 7.00%
Mixed Light 3 1,000 300 $300,000 $21.00 $21,000 $7.00 $70.00 7.00%
Indoors 4 1,000 400 $400,000 $28.00 $28,000 $7.00 $70.00 7.00%
7% Equivalent Tax Rate
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State Tax Considerations
To determine what local tax rates or structures might be most appropriate, they must be considered in
the context of other taxes imposed by the State. Any local taxes will be in addition to those taxes applied
through the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), which imposes both a 15% excise tax on purchases of
cannabis or cannabis products and a separate cultivation tax on harvested cannabis that enters the
commercial market, as well as sales tax. Taxes are most commonly expressed as a percent of price or
value, so some method of conversion is necessary to allow development of an appropriate cultivation tax
based on square footage.
The State cultivation tax is set at a rate of $9.25 per ounce of dried flower or $2.75 per ounce of dried
leaf. Because these rates are set per ounce, rather than as a percentage of price paid, the tax is the same
whether the cultivator is producing commercial-grade cannabis at $500 per pound or top-grade cannabis
at $2,500 per pound. The cultivator is generally responsible for payment of the tax, though that
responsibility may be passed along to either a manufacturer or distributor via invoice. at the time the
product is first sold or transferred. The distributor is responsible for collecting the tax from the cultivator
upon entry into the commercial market, and remitting it to the Board of Equalization.
The cultivation tax of $9.25 per ounce of dried flower is equivalent to $148 per pound. Assuming an
average wholesale market price for dried flower of $1,480 per pound, that $148 would be equal to 10%
of value. However, some industry watchers project that competitive market forces enabled by legalization
will bring the average price for cannabis down to around $1,000 per pound, or even less (cannabis prices
vary greatly based on quality of the product)viii. While this is certainly a concern for cultivators, it may also
be a concern to counties or cities which have a cultivation tax based on gross receipts, as they could see
their tax revenues fall as the price goes down. If we apply the $9.25 per ounce to this lower average price,
then it represents approximately 15% of value. We shall generally round up to 15% for purposes of the
calculations in this analysis.
Cumulative Tax Rate on Cannabis
Converting a square footage cultivation tax to an equivalent tax rate allows us to more easily figure the
cumulative tax burden that would be borne by the industry, as all taxes are expressed as a percent of
value. At the cultivation level, we can add the County cultivation tax to the State’s 14.8% to determine
the total tax rate paid. If the County chose to set an equivalent tax rate of 7%, then the total tax rate on
cultivation (before testing costs are applied) would be 21.8%, increasing the theoretical price from $1,000
per pound to $1,220 per pound. A 3% equivalent tax would put the total at 17.8%; a 10% rate would push
the total to 24.8%.
AUMA requires that all dried cannabis flower or leaf must be tested for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and
cannabidiol (CBD) content, contaminants, impurities and other factors before it can be sold to a
manufacturer, distributor, dispensary or end user. Batch testing for raw cannabis requires a 2.3-gram
sample per pound, which works out to a loss of 0.5% of the volume (the sample must be destroyed after
testing). The draft regulations from the Bureau of Cannabis Regulation limit the maximum batch size to
no more than 10 pounds. The costs for all of the tests as required under AUMA have not yet settled into
a clear norm, but an online survey of a number of cannabis testing facilities in California suggest an
average of $500 per 10-pound batch, or $50 per pound, which equals 5% of the $1,000 per pound price.
The cost and loss of product amount to an additional 5.5% cost to the product, bringing the total
cumulative tax rate on cultivation to 27.3%.
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Testing is a semi-regulatory function mandated by the State to protect consumer health and safety, and
which amounts to a State-imposed cost on the product. Unlike cultivation or manufacturing, testing does
not create product or add value to the product, and unlike distributors or retailers, the testing laboratory
is prohibited from having any ownership interest in the product. MAUCRSA requires that testing
laboratories be completely independent from any other cannabis business, and prevents them from
benefitting from, or having any interest in, the results of the test or the value of the product. In this way,
testing laboratories are categorically different from any other cannabis business type. An analogy might
be an independent auto shop that does State mandated smog tests for used car dealerships. They
perform the test to State standards for a given price, but they don’t benefit in any way from the sale of
the car, or from its sale price. Given this, it arguably would be inconsistent to apply a tax to testing
facilities.
Cannabis distributors are a fairly new part of the legal cannabis industry, and so we do not yet have data
to determine the average markup they will add to the product. However, common distributor markups
for other product types average in the range of 20%, and do not typically exceed 40%ix. For this analysis,
we will assume an average markup of 30%, though we anticipate this will settle out closer to 20% over
time.
Figure 9:
Dispensary pricing norms are still
developing, but reports from
cultivators selling their product
suggest that dispensaries
commonly pay around $110 per
ounce for medium quality flower,
which they then sell for an average
of $10 per gram. The current
overabundance of cultivators in
California allows dispensaries to buy
low and sell high. For our analysis,
we have assumed a dispensary
markup of 100%, which is fairly
consistent with the markup
described, and tracks well with the
fairly standard $10 per gram retail
price.
Conversations with cannabis
industry trade groups suggest that
the cumulative tax rate on the end
product should remain at or under
30%. Higher rates create too much
price disparity between legal and
illegal cannabis, making it harder for
the regulated industry to compete
with the black market. Higher local
tax rates can also make a county or
city less attractive to the industry,
especially for manufacturers and
distributors, which have greater
Category Amount Increase Cumulative Price
Producer Price $1,000/lb $1,000 $1,000
State Cultivation Tax $9.25/oz $148 $1,148
County Tax 3.00% $30 $1,178
Batch Testing $50/lb, + 0.50% $55 $1,233
Wholesale Price w/ Taxes $1,233
Total Tax at Wholesale $233
Tax as %23.30%
Distributor Markup 30.00% $370 $1,603
County 3% CBT 3.00% $48 $1,651
Total Distributor Price $1,651
Total Taxes at Distributor $281
Total Tax as %17.03%
Retailer Markup 100.00% $1,651 $3,302
County 7% CBT 5.00% $165 $3,467
State Excise Tax 15.00% $495 $3,962
Total Retailer Price $3,962
Total Taxes at Retail $941
Total Tax as %23.76%
Sales Tax (non-medical)8.25% $327 $4,289
Total Taxes at Retail $1,268
Total Tax as %29.57%
Cumulative Cannabis Taxes
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flexibility in choosing where to locate. We believe that setting rates that adhere to this 30% rule will help
keep the local cannabis industry competitive with other cultivators and manufacturers across California,
thus encouraging the transition to a legal industry.
Figure 9 shows how the cumulative tax rate on cannabis builds as the product moves towards market
(note: manufacturers are not included in this cumulative chart because there are simply too many possible
products and too many variables to consider). The combination of taxes on cultivation hover around
23.30%. After the distributor’s markup is figured in, the tax as a percentage of total price comes down to
17.03%, with a local tax of 3.0% included. Both the local tax and the State 15% excise tax are added to
the final retail price, bringing the total amount of taxes paid to $941.48 per pound, or 23.76%. Non-
medical purchases would pay an additional 8.25% retail sales tax, for a total tax paid of $1,268.38 per
pound, and a total tax rate of 29.57%.
AUMA’s 15% excise tax is measured by the average market price at retail (currently about $10 per gram,
which works out to $4,500 per pound at the one-gram unit price), instead of by the actual gross receipts.
In this way, neither the cultivation tax nor the excise tax are based on the actual price paid for the product.
However, this pricing tracks closely with our model. The Board of Equalization is still developing its
methodology for determining the average market price and for collecting the tax from cannabis
distributors.
Though a total tax of around 30% is undeniably high for any business or product, it is still within the range
of taxes imposed by other states that have legalized cannabisx. The State of Colorado charges combined
State taxes of 23% on retail (non-medical) cannabis. Combined State and local sales taxes can range
greatly from 2.9% to 11.2%, but are commonly around 4.9% in unincorporated areas. This would give us
a comparison rate of 27.9%. Oregon originally imposed an excise tax of 25%, which was later reduced to
17%. Local jurisdictions are allowed to impose an additional 3% local tax, which would bring the total to
20%, but there is otherwise no additional state or local sales tax in Oregon. The State of Washington
imposes a 37% excise tax on cannabis before any regular state or local sales taxes are applied. These are
commonly around 8.1% in unincorporated areas, which would give a total of 45.1%.
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General Economic Impacts
Discussion of regulating and taxing the cannabis industry can too often overshadow the larger jobs and
economic development issues that typically accompany efforts to attract new industry. Word that a new
business or industry is looking to bring hundreds of new jobs to a community is more commonly met with
open arms and offers of tax incentives. The cannabis industry is perhaps completely unique in that the
inherent jobs and economic development benefits are welcomed more grudgingly and met with the
disincentive of special taxes.
As with any other industry, the cannabis industry does not exist in a vacuum. Those businesses that
actually grow, process, manufacture, distribute and sell cannabis products support a wide variety of other
businesses that may never touch the actual product itself. Cultivators support garden supply stores, green
house manufacturers, irrigation suppliers, soil manufacturers, and a wide variety of contractors including
building and construction, lighting and electrical, HVAC, permitting, and engineering. Manufacturers
support many of these same businesses, plus specialized tooling and equipment manufacturers, and
product suppliers for hardware (such as vape pens), packaging, and labeling. All of these businesses
support, and are supported by, a host of ancillary businesses such as bookkeepers, accountants, tax
preparers, parcel services, marketing and advertising agencies, personnel services, attorneys, facilities
maintenance, security services, and others.
The economic benefits of these businesses are not limited to the business owner or the cannabis industry,
itself. Cultivators and manufacturers bring money into the community by selling their products into a
statewide market. Their profits and the salaries they pay move into the general local economy, supporting
stores, restaurants, car dealerships, and other businesses. Retail does not have the same potential for
bringing in new money, as it generally recirculates money within the existing community, with some
portion going out of the area to pay suppliers and wholesale distributors. However, a community that
lacks retail outlets for any particular product sector will likely experience “leakage” of those sales and
their associated sales tax revenue to other neighboring jurisdictions where such stores are located. In this
way, cultivators and manufacturers can bring new money into the community, while retailers can help
prevent leakage or loss of sales and sales tax out of the community.
Because of the emerging nature of this industry, it is currently populated primarily (but not solely) by
small, independently-owned businesses. Numerous studies have demonstrated that locally-owned,
independent businesses recirculate a far higher percentage of every dollar back into the local community
than large, corporately-owned businesses do. The same economic development arguments that are used
to support other independent, locally-owned businesses apply to this industry, too. The County should
expect to see typical economic benefits from these new (or newly daylighted) businesses on par with
other new businesses, separate from any tax revenue that may be generated.
Industry experts believe that California’s current statewide production is five to eight times higher than
the State’s population consumesxi, a figure derived from the SRIA done for CDFA’s cannabis cultivation
program. That assessment found that California’s cannabis industry produces some 13.5 million pounds
of cannabis per year, which would be enough to provide over half a pound of cannabis per year for every
Californian 21 and over. However, the assessment also found that Californians 4.5 million cannabis users
only consume about 2.5 million pounds of cannabis per year. A separate study performed for the
California Cannabis Industry Association put statewide consumption even lower, at 1.6 million pounds xii.
The majority of the cannabis produced in California is presumably supplying other states that do not have
legalized cannabis.
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Enforcement and Permitting Costs
Despite the legalization of cannabis, even jurisdictions which ban commercial cannabis businesses may
still see an increase in cannabis activities. Neither the legal industry nor the black market operates as a
closed loop within any given county. If a county or city chooses to ban commercial cannabis businesses,
it should be assumed that the local demand will be met either by residents purchasing cannabis legally in
neighboring jurisdictions or by the continuing black market. Cultivators, manufacturers, and distributors
which are disallowed in one location have the option of moving to a neighboring or nearby jurisdiction,
from which they will continue to supply the local market. Retailers are somewhat less able to jurisdiction
shop, since they are bound by proximity to the market they wish to serve. However, they still may shop
between the unincorporated county, cities within that county, or in neighboring jurisdictions to serve a
specific market.
Banning commercial cannabis businesses may also result in bolstering the illegal industry by increasing
the share of demand that is met by the black market instead of a local regulated market. This drives up
the profits for black market operators, making them more competitive against the legalized market. All
of the community impacts from the black market continue as before, and may even be exacerbated by an
increase of illegal cannabis activity. With this comes all of the existing costs to government services,
including law enforcement, healthcare, child services, and environmental control, with no additional
resources from the state or local taxes.
Some counties in the region have analyzed the cost of maintaining a ban by determining the number of
staff resources required by each department to be effective, and estimating the number of business that
will continue to operate illegally. In one county that cost was estimated to require approximately 13 full-
time equivalent (FTE) employees at a cost of $3.1 million annually3. In another analysis, that county
evaluated their actual costs for enforcing their existing ban and determined that it cost an average of
$25,000 to $50,000 per operator to effectively shut down and prosecute the illegal businesses.
We do not have data to tell us how many cannabis-related businesses are currently operating illegally in
Contra Costa County. However, if we assume that perhaps 20% of the 367 potential cannabis businesses
identified in the CDFA survey are currently operating then, at the cost range above, the County could
expect to spend between $1.8 million and $3.7 million to enforce a ban against some 73 illegal cannabis
businesses.
Under a ban, enforcement against illegal commercial cannabis activities requires greater involvement by
the Sheriff’s office. The full cost (salary and benefits) to the County for a 40-hour, POST-certified Deputy
Sheriff ranges from around $100,000 per year to over $200,000 per year (depending on hours, years of
experience, overtime and other factorsxiii). The average cost for all 1,100 Sheriff’s Office employees is
$98,000 per year, including administrative staff and non-POST certified personnel, all of whom would have
some role in supporting the work of Deputies in the field. Additional costs are borne by the office of the
District Attorney. Both the Sheriff’s Office and the Office of the District Attorney are paid for primarily
from the County’s general fund.
From a fiscal standpoint, choosing to permit and regulate cannabis businesses at the local level opens up
opportunities to reduce general fund liabilities by shifting them onto the regulated industry, and away
from the taxpayers generally. The legal, regulated industry pays its own way (in whole or in part) through
fees, thus reducing both the burden on law enforcement and the drain on the general fund. As with any
3 HdL did not receive permission to identify these clients for this report.
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other industry, the County has the discretion to charge full cost recovery or to subsidize the permitting
costs if it believes that doing so would serve the public interest. Whether or not the County is successful
in recovering all of these costs should be a deliberative decision, and is not a question that is unique to
this industry.
Though the cost of regulating this industry should be borne by the permit applicants, there may be a need
to increase staffing upfront to accommodate the additional workload. Permitting 50 or more new
businesses of this type may well require additional staff. Staffing up for this work would have to happen
before the permits can be processed, and before the fees can be collected. Though ultimately permit
processing should function as an enterprise, there will likely be a need to provide some advance funding
through some other means such as a loan from the General Fund.
Permitting fee costs are affected by a number of variables such as the number of permits authorized, the
level of regulatory oversight, and the types of commercial cannabis activities being permitted. The two
Northern California counties mentioned above conducted preliminary costs analyses to determine the
projected fees associated with implementing a robust regulatory program for legal cannabis businesses.
The first of these counties determined the overall costs of such a program would be approximately $3.1
million, with fees in the range of $15,500 to $25,000 per permit, depending upon the number of permits
being processed (processing more permits spreads certain fixed departmental costs across more
applicants, reducing the cost per permit). The other county projected their overall cost would be $3.5
million, with fees in the range of $22,000 to $41,700.
The scenarios contemplated by these two counties assumed a workload of 75 to 142 permits in one case,
and from 143 to 223 in the other. In the analysis that follows, we shall consider a total permit workload
from as few as 22 cannabis businesses to as many as 91; significantly below the ranges from these other
counties. At the low end of this range, the County may be able to accommodate the additional workload
with existing staff, especially if these permits are phased in over a period of 2 or 3 years. At the upper
end, the County would likely need a special cannabis permitting unit, presumably within the Department
of Conservation and Development. The individual permit costs will depend upon how robust of a program
the County chooses to develop, but we would project costs in the range of $2 million to $3 million for a
dedicated cannabis permit program adequate for this number of businesses, with individual costs ranging
from $22,000 to $32,000 per permit.
These costs include, but are not limited to costs for processing fees and applications, inspections and
enforcement of the regulatory requirements, and annual regulatory fees related to health inspections,
environmental inspections, Agricultural Commissioner inspections for pesticides and weights and
measures, Tax Collector audits. In addition, the County may need to partner with fire districts and other
agencies to conduct safety inspections, which may add to the cost for the permittee.
Regulating the industry also presents the opportunity to generate new general fund revenues through
taxes on legal, commercial cannabis activities. Though there are a variety of ways to structure cannabis
taxes, and a wide range of rates that can be applied, these taxes have the potential to deliver millions of
dollars to county or city coffers, which can be used for any public purpose. Commonly, taxes on legal
cannabis businesses are used to defray the costs of enforcement against the remaining black market as
well as other costs associated with the industry, including environmental cleanup and Health and Human
Services programs.
Counties which allow the commercial cultivation and retail sale of cannabis are also available for certain
competitive grants through the Bureau of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), which are funded
with revenue from the California Cannabis Tax Fund. The State is estimated to take in over a billion dollars
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to this fund through the taxes established in the AUMA. After a number of set-asides, 60% of this will be
available to counties, schools and other organizations for youth education, intervention, behavioral
health, substance abuse treatment and related programs. 20% will go to the Department of Fish and
Wildlife and the Department of Parks and Recreation to fund investigation, enforcement and prosecution
for environmental violations related to cannabis cultivation. The remaining 20% will go to the State and
Local Government Law Enforcement Account, to be allocated to the California Highway Patrol and the
BSCC for specific purposes. Of the entire Cannabis Tax Fund, only that subset of 20% that goes to the
BSCC is unavailable to counties or cities which ban commercial cultivation and retail sale.
In this way, taking a regulatory approach to cannabis allows local governments to reduce the burden on
the general fund for enforcement against the black market, to develop substantial new revenue sources,
and to make the legal, regulated industry pay its own way through fees.
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Revenue Projections for Cultivation
HdL has created a series of tax revenue scenarios which analyze and present the potential annual revenue
that could be generated for the County by applying various tax rates to different cannabis business types.
We have analyzed four different tax rates of 1%, 3%, 5% and 7% and applied them to the four categories
of cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, and dispensaries.
This analysis for cannabis cultivation is patterned after the best practices in the logic model presented in
figures 3 through 8, which uses a square footage tax as a way to approximate a percentage of value. As
we have demonstrated, an “uneven” tax rate per square foot of cultivation area results in a more
equitable tax that represents an even amount based on tax per cycle, tax per pound, or as a percentage
of value. That generic model used a standard unit of 1,000 square feet for each cultivation type, which
could then be multiplied to apply to any size operation.
We have also included an “attrition factor” to account for the impact that higher taxes will likely have on
the industry. This factor assumes that for every 1% increase in the local tax rate (as a percent of value),
there is 5% attrition due to growers choosing to move to more welcoming communities, businesses failing
due to shrinking margins, or growers simply choosing to stay in the black market. By this model a local
tax rate of 10%, on top of the considerable State taxes, will result in attrition of 50%4.
This rate of 5% attrition for every 1% tax increase is admittedly speculative, as there is not yet any real
data to suggest what the actual rate may be, but we believe the mechanism is sound. As local tax rates
go up, the County becomes incrementally less competitive with other counties and cities. At some point,
the cost of paying the tax outweighs the cost of picking up and moving to a jurisdiction with a more
welcoming regulatory and tax climate. At some point, too, tax rates reduce margins to an unsustainable
level for those businesses which are least stable (typically small “Mom n’ Pop” businesses), pushing them
into failure. And, lastly, at some point the overall tax and regulatory burden makes the whole idea of
moving from the black market into the legal market simply unattractive for those growers who are on the
fence. This last point is likely more of an issue for regions like Humboldt, Mendocino or Santa Cruz, which
have large, well-established industries.
Figure 10, below, shows the number of licenses and the square footage for each cultivation license type,
using roughly 5%, 10%, 15% and 25% of the numbers from the CDFA survey. As noted previously, we have
rounded the actual numbers from the survey to the nearest 5, to avoid the perception that the resulting
figures are exact. The square footage for each license type at each percentage will be used in this analysis
for determining the amount of tax revenue that could be generated at various rates.
4 Though the attrition rate refers to a reduction in the number of cultivators, here we are applying it to the total
annual tax, for ease of illustration. The total annual tax is a direct product of the number, size and type of
cultivation, making it an appropriate proxy.
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Figure 10:
Each of these scenarios assumes a different number of cultivators seeking and obtaining each of the
various license types available. These scenarios allow the County to consider the potential revenues that
could be realized from such a scenario. These figures can also provide a glimpse of what a phased
approach might look like, as discussed earlier. For example, the County might seek to eventually permit
50 cultivation sites, similar to the 25% CDFA figures. If the County desired to phase these permits in over
time, it might look to permit 10 cultivation sites in year one, followed by 20 cultivation sites in years two
and three. The scenarios that follow give an indication of the revenues the County could anticipate from
such a phased approach.
Figure 11
Figure 11 projects tax revenues assuming that 5% of the respondents to the CDFA survey would cultivate
a combined area of 97,335 square feet. We have applied base tax rates of $1, $3, $5 and $7 per square
foot to the amount of area cultivated by each license type. These rates are roughly equivalent to 1%, 3%,
5% and 7% of value, respectively. The base tax rate is then multiplied by the number of harvests per year
(1 for outdoor, 3 for mixed light and 4 for indoor) to arrive at the rates above, as demonstrated in the
model outlined earlier.
License
Type
Average
s/f
# of
Licenses
Rounded
Figures
# of
Licenses
Total Area
(s/f)
# of
Licenses
Total Area
(s/f)
# of
Licenses
Total Area
(s/f)
# of
Licenses
Total Area
(s/f)
Type 1 3,750 28 30 8 28,125 5 16,875 3 11,250 2 5,625
Type 1A 3,750 41 40 10 37,500 6 22,500 4 15,000 2 7,500
Type 1B 3,750 20 20 5 18,750 3 11,250 2 7,500 1 3,750
Type 2 7,500 21 20 5 37,500 3 22,500 2 15,000 1 7,500
Type 2A 7,500 30 30 8 56,250 5 33,750 3 22,500 2 11,250
Type 2B 7,500 15 15 4 28,125 2 16,875 2 11,250 1 5,625
Type 3 32,670 8 10 3 81,675 2 49,005 1 32,670 1 16,335
Type 3A 16,500 19 20 5 82,500 3 49,500 2 33,000 1 16,500
Type 3B 16,500 10 10 3 41,250 2 24,750 1 16,500 1 8,250
Type 4 15,000 21 20 5 75,000 3 45,000 2 30,000 1 15,000
Totals 213 54 486,675 32 292,005 22 194,670 11 97,335
25% of CDFA 15% of CDFA 10% of CDFA 5% of CDFA
Cultivation Area by License Type
CDFA Survey
License
Type
# of
Licenses
Harvest
/Year
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Type 1 2 1 $1.00 1.0% $5,625 $3.00 3.0% $16,875 $5.00 5.0% $28,125 $7.00 7.0% $39,375
Type 1A 2 4 $4.00 1.0%$30,000 $12.00 3.0%$90,000 $20.00 5.0%$150,000 $28.00 7.0%$210,000
Type 1B 1 3 $3.00 1.0%$11,250 $9.00 3.0%$33,750 $15.00 5.0%$56,250 $21.00 7.0%$78,750
Type 2 1 1 $1.00 1.0%$7,500 $3.00 3.0%$22,500 $5.00 5.0%$37,500 $7.00 7.0%$52,500
Type 2A 2 4 $4.00 1.0%$45,000 $12.00 3.0%$135,000 $20.00 5.0%$225,000 $28.00 7.0%$315,000
Type 2B 1 3 $3.00 1.0%$16,875 $9.00 3.0%$50,625 $15.00 5.0%$84,375 $21.00 7.0%$118,125
Type 3 1 1 $1.00 1.0%$16,335 $3.00 3.0%$49,005 $5.00 5.0%$81,675 $7.00 7.0%$114,345
Type 3A 1 4 $4.00 1.0%$66,000 $12.00 3.0%$198,000 $20.00 5.0%$330,000 $28.00 7.0%$462,000
Type 3B 1 3 $3.00 1.0%$24,750 $9.00 3.0%$74,250 $15.00 5.0%$123,750 $21.00 7.0%$173,250
Type 4 1 - $0.50 $7,500 $1.00 $15,000 $2.00 $30,000 $3.00 $45,000
Totals 11 $230,835 $685,005 $1,146,675 $1,608,345
5.00% $219,293 15.00% $582,254 25.00% $860,006 35.00% $1,045,424
5% of CDFA Survey
Attrition Rate (-5% for every 1% tax)
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At a base tax rate of $1 per square foot ($1/sf outdoor, $3/sf mixed light, $4/sf indoor), this scenario
would nominally generate $230,835 in annual revenue for the County. When the attrition factor is
applied, there is a loss of 5% of businesses that choose to locate elsewhere, or who go out of business or
who choose not to transition to the legal market, reducing the total revenue to $219,293.
A base rate of $3 per square foot ($3/sf outdoor, $9/sf mixed light, $12/sf indoor) would nominally
generate $685,005 in annual revenue. When the 5% attrition rate is applied that number drops by 15%,
down to $582,254.
With a rate structure of $5 per square foot for outdoor, $15 per square foot for mixed-light, and $20 per
square foot for indoor cultivation, this scenario would nominally generate $1,146,675 in annual revenue
for the County. This drops by 25% after attrition, down to $860,006.
Applying a base rate of $7 per square foot ($7/sf outdoor, $21/sf mixed light, $28/sf indoor) would
generate $1,608,345 before attrition of 35%, which would bring it down to $1,045,424.
Figure 12
Figure 12 assumes that 10% of the number of respondents in the CDFA survey apply for and obtain
permits. This scenario, and the two that follow, apply the same four base tax rates ($1/sf, $3/sf, $5/sf
and $7/sf) as in Figure 10.
At a base tax rate of $1 per square foot ($1/sf outdoor, $3/sf mixed light, $4/sf indoor), this scenario
would nominally generate $461,670 in annual revenue for the County. When the attrition factor is
applied, that revenue drops to $438,587.
A base rate of $3 per square foot ($3/sf outdoor, $9/sf mixed light, $12/sf indoor) would potentially
generate $1,370,010 in annual revenue. When the 5% attrition rate is applied that number drops by 15%,
down to $1,164,509.
With a rate structure of $5 per square foot for outdoor, $15 per square foot for mixed-light, and $20 per
square foot for indoor cultivation, this scenario would nominally generate $2,293,350 in annual revenue
for the County. This drops by 25% after attrition, down to $1,720,013.
Applying a base rate of $7 per square foot ($7/sf outdoor, $21/sf mixed light, $28/sf indoor) would
generate $3,216,690 before attrition of 35%, which would bring it down to $2,090,849.
License
Type
# of
Licenses
Harvest
/Year
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Type 1 3 1 $1.00 1.0% $11,250 $3.00 3.0% $33,750 $5.00 5.0% $56,250 $7.00 7.0% $78,750
Type 1A 4 4 $4.00 1.0%$60,000 $12.00 3.0%$180,000 $20.00 5.0%$300,000 $28.00 7.0%$420,000
Type 1B 2 3 $3.00 1.0%$22,500 $9.00 3.0%$67,500 $15.00 5.0%$112,500 $21.00 7.0%$157,500
Type 2 2 1 $1.00 1.0%$15,000 $3.00 3.0%$45,000 $5.00 5.0%$75,000 $7.00 7.0%$105,000
Type 2A 3 4 $4.00 1.0%$90,000 $12.00 3.0%$270,000 $20.00 5.0%$450,000 $28.00 7.0%$630,000
Type 2B 2 3 $3.00 1.0%$33,750 $9.00 3.0%$101,250 $15.00 5.0%$168,750 $21.00 7.0%$236,250
Type 3 1 1 $1.00 1.0%$32,670 $3.00 3.0%$98,010 $5.00 5.0%$163,350 $7.00 7.0%$228,690
Type 3A 2 4 $4.00 1.0%$132,000 $12.00 3.0%$396,000 $20.00 5.0%$660,000 $28.00 7.0%$924,000
Type 3B 1 3 $3.00 1.0%$49,500 $9.00 3.0%$148,500 $15.00 5.0%$247,500 $21.00 7.0%$346,500
Type 4 2 - $0.50 $15,000 $1.00 $30,000 $2.00 $60,000 $3.00 $90,000
Totals 22 $461,670 $1,370,010 $2,293,350 $3,216,690
5.00% $438,587 15.00% $1,164,509 25.00% $1,720,013 35.00% $2,090,849
10% of CDFA Survey
Attrition Rate (-5% for every 1% tax)
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Figure 13
The scenario in Figure 13 applies these same rate structures to figures that are 15% of the CDFA survey.
A base tax rate of $1 per square foot would nominally generate $692,505 in annual revenue for the
County. 5% attrition would bring that figure down to $657,880.
A base rate of $3 per square foot would generate $2,055,015 in annual revenue before 15% attrition
reduces it to $1,746,763.
Rates of $5 per square foot for outdoor, $15 per square foot for mixed-light, and $20 per square foot for
indoor cultivation would nominally generate $3,440,025 in annual revenue for the County. This drops by
25% after attrition, down to $2,580,019.
Applying a base rate of $7 per square foot would generate $4,825,035 before attrition of 35%, which
would bring it down to $3,136,273.
Figure 14
The tax scenario in Figure 14 assumes that 25% of those who responded to the CDFA survey seek and
obtain permits. This equates to 54 commercial cannabis cultivators in the unincorporated area of the
County.
License
Type
# of
Licenses
Harvest
/Year
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Type 1 5 1 $1.00 1.0% $16,875 $3.00 3.0% $50,625 $5.00 5.0% $84,375 $7.00 7.0% $118,125
Type 1A 6 4 $4.00 1.0%$90,000 $12.00 3.0%$270,000 $20.00 5.0%$450,000 $28.00 7.0%$630,000
Type 1B 3 3 $3.00 1.0%$33,750 $9.00 3.0%$101,250 $15.00 5.0%$168,750 $21.00 7.0%$236,250
Type 2 3 1 $1.00 1.0%$22,500 $3.00 3.0%$67,500 $5.00 5.0%$112,500 $7.00 7.0%$157,500
Type 2A 5 4 $4.00 1.0%$135,000 $12.00 3.0%$405,000 $20.00 5.0%$675,000 $28.00 7.0%$945,000
Type 2B 2 3 $3.00 1.0%$50,625 $9.00 3.0%$151,875 $15.00 5.0%$253,125 $21.00 7.0%$354,375
Type 3 2 1 $1.00 1.0%$49,005 $3.00 3.0%$147,015 $5.00 5.0%$245,025 $7.00 7.0%$343,035
Type 3A 3 4 $4.00 1.0%$198,000 $12.00 3.0%$594,000 $20.00 5.0%$990,000 $28.00 7.0%$1,386,000
Type 3B 2 3 $3.00 1.0%$74,250 $9.00 3.0%$222,750 $15.00 5.0%$371,250 $21.00 7.0%$519,750
Type 4 3 - $0.50 $22,500 $1.00 $45,000 $2.00 $90,000 $3.00 $135,000
Totals 32 $692,505 $2,055,015 $3,440,025 $4,825,035
5.00% $657,880 15.00% $1,746,763 25.00% $2,580,019 35.00% $3,136,273
15% of CDFA Survey
Attrition Rate (-5% for every 1% tax)
License
Type
# of
Licenses
Harvest
/Year
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Tax per
s/f
% Tax
Rate
Total
Annual Tax
Type 1 8 1 $1.00 1.0% $28,125 $3.00 3.0% $84,375 $5.00 5.0% $140,625 $7.00 7.0% $196,875
Type 1A 10 4 $4.00 1.0%$150,000 $12.00 3.0%$450,000 $20.00 5.0%$750,000 $28.00 7.0%$1,050,000
Type 1B 5 3 $3.00 1.0%$56,250 $9.00 3.0%$168,750 $15.00 5.0%$281,250 $21.00 7.0%$393,750
Type 2 5 1 $1.00 1.0%$37,500 $3.00 3.0%$112,500 $5.00 5.0%$187,500 $7.00 7.0%$262,500
Type 2A 8 4 $4.00 1.0%$225,000 $12.00 3.0%$675,000 $20.00 5.0%$1,125,000 $28.00 7.0%$1,575,000
Type 2B 4 3 $3.00 1.0%$84,375 $9.00 3.0%$253,125 $15.00 5.0%$421,875 $21.00 7.0%$590,625
Type 3 3 1 $1.00 1.0%$81,675 $3.00 3.0%$245,025 $5.00 5.0%$408,375 $7.00 7.0%$571,725
Type 3A 5 4 $4.00 1.0%$330,000 $12.00 3.0%$990,000 $20.00 5.0%$1,650,000 $28.00 7.0%$2,310,000
Type 3B 3 3 $3.00 1.0%$123,750 $9.00 3.0%$371,250 $15.00 5.0%$618,750 $21.00 7.0%$866,250
Type 4 5 - $0.50 $37,500 $1.00 $75,000 $2.00 $150,000 $3.00 $225,000
Totals 54 $1,154,175 $3,425,025 $5,733,375 $8,041,725
5.00% $1,096,466 15.00% $2,911,271 25.00% $4,300,031 35.00% $5,227,121Attrition Rate (-5% for every 1% tax)
25% of CDFA Survey
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Applying the $1 per square foot base rate would generate a nominal $1,154,175, dropping to $1,096,466
after 5% attrition.
A base rate of $3 per square foot would potentially generate revenues of $3,425,025 before attrition of
15% reduces that down to $2,911,271.
Applying rates of $5 for outdoor, $15 for mixed light and $20 for indoor would generate $5,733,375.
Attrition of 25% would reduce that revenue to $4,300,031.
A base rate of $7 per square foot ($7/sf outdoor, $21/sf mixed light, $28/sf indoor) would nominally
generate $8,041,725. A 35% attrition rate would reduce that figure down to just $5,227,121.
The nominal figures in these scenarios all assume that the same number of cultivators will seek and obtain
permits, regardless of the tax rates imposed, and that they will all succeed in the regulated market,
regardless of how those taxes affect their ability to compete. This seems very unlikely. Higher tax rates
should be assumed to have a dampening effect on both permit applications and on the ability of
cultivators to succeed. The County should expect to see a reduction in the number of permit applications
as the tax rate climbs. We do not yet have actual data to tell us what the actual attrition rate will be, but
we believe the model here provides a good general illustration of the mechanism by which increasing tax
rates will result in diminishing returns.
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Manufacturers
While MCRSA originally divided manufacturers into two categories for volatile and non-volatile extraction,
it’s anticipated that implementation of MAUCRSA will expand this to 4 categories to more accurately
provide for the breadth and complexity of this sector. Type 6 licenses for extraction using mechanical
methods such as pressing, tumbling or dry sifting, or using nonvolatile solvents such as CO2, will remain,
as will Type 7 licenses for extraction using volatile solvents such as butane or propane. Both of these
license types also allow the licensee to sell the extract as a product such as Butane Hash Oil or CO2 oil, or
to infuse the extract into tinctures, edibles or topical products. They can also conduct packaging or
labeling of their cannabis products.
The new license types that are expected to emerge from the current rule-making process are Type P and
Type N. Type P will allow for businesses that only package or repackage, or label or relabel, cannabis
products. Type N will allow for manufacturers that produce edible or topical products using only infusion
processes, and that do not conduct any extractions.
The manufacturing sector is still evolving and expanding, which presents significant opportunities for
innovation, business development and job growth. The range of products being produced includes an
ever-increasing variety of edibles such as candies, cookies, dressings, and infused drinks such as beer,
wine and sodas. Manufacturers may produce their own extract on site, or they may buy extract from
other Type 6 or Type 7 licensees. Much like any other industry, cannabis manufacturers often depend
upon other businesses to supply them with the various materials or components that go into their final
product. These suppliers do not have to be located in or even near the same jurisdiction as the final
manufacturer, and may be located anywhere throughout the state.
California’s draft regulations for manufactured cannabis currently require that all edible cannabis
products be sold in child-proof, tamper-evident packaging. The regulations limit the amount of THC per
serving (10mg) and allow no more than 10
servings per package (100mg total).
Packaging that includes more than one
serving must be resealable so that child-
resistance is maintained. The regulations
further prohibit any labeling that is
designed to be attractive to children,
including cartoon characters, imitation
candy logos, and any images, characters or
phrases that are commonly used to
advertise to children and all manufactured
cannabis products must be clearly marked
with a new universal warning symbol
denoting that the product contains THC.
Butane Hash Oil (BHO) and CO2 Oil are both sold in either raw form or mixed with glycol to enhance
viscosity for use in vapor cartridges. Some manufacturers may handle all steps from extraction to
packaging the end product in the form of vape pens or other such devices. Others may handle only
discreet steps, such as making the raw BHO, which is then sold either directly to retailers or to a Type N
manufacturer who will package it into vapor cartridges or other end consumer products. Manufacturers
also produce a wide variety of tinctures, as well as topicals such as cannabis infused lotions, salves, sprays,
balms, and oils.
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Gathering data on the size of the cannabis manufacturing sector is more difficult than for either cultivation
or retail dispensaries. Because manufacturers generally do not sell retail, they do not produce sales tax
data for us to analyze. The only readily available estimate for the number of manufacturers that may seek
to operate in Contra Costa County comes from the CDFA survey dated August 2016. That survey had 35
respondents who registered their interest in seeking either Type 6 or Type 7 manufacturing licenses in the
County but, as noted previously, the CDFA survey is not considered to be accurate or methodologically
sound.
The Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) conducted for the Office of Manufactured
Cannabis Safety (OMCS) estimates California’s total medical cannabis market at $2.6 billion, of which they
estimate manufactured cannabis products to amount to $650,562,058. Assuming a 65% dispensary
markup, the wholesale value of manufactured product sold to dispensaries would be $227,696,721 xiv.
The SRIA noted the difficulty in finding good data for this sector, stating “There is no direct count of the
number of medical cannabis manufacturers in the state, and estimating this number is difficult”. The
assessment noted that the 2016 CDFA survey found 1,971 people who said they were interested in
applying for manufacturing licenses at the time, but that this figure is not reliable.
They then looked to compare California’s manufacturing sector to Colorado which had a total of 248
licensed cannabis manufacturers in 2015, each with an average of $1,646,575 in sales. This same metric
applied to California would indicate 1,317 cannabis manufacturers. After further discussion with cannabis
business owners and industry insiders, the SRIA comes up with an estimate of 1,000 cannabis
manufacturing businesses in California, employing 4,140 people. This is an average of 4 new jobs per
manufacturer.
Attempting to apportion these 1,000 manufacturers across California on a county by county basis is
difficult. Compared with either cultivators or dispensaries, manufacturers are much less tethered to
either population centers or abundant land, so there is no rational basis to apportion them either by
county, by land base or by population. Both their raw materials and their products are high value and
easy to ship, so proximity to either their supply or their market provides little benefit. Given this,
manufacturers have greater flexibility than either cultivators or dispensaries to seek out a favorable
regulatory and tax climate.
Our assumption is that these businesses will seek out those communities that offer the best mix of
amenities, including access to suppliers and the market, related support industries, a welcoming business
and social climate and favorable taxes and regulations. Given the wide range of approaches to cannabis
by jurisdictions around the State, we assume that 50% (500) of these 1,000 business will be centered in
12 supportive counties, with the other 50% being spread among the remaining 46. This gives an average
of around 40 cannabis manufacturers for each of the 12 supportive counties.
The number of these businesses that ultimately locate in Contra Costa County will be directly related to
the message the County sends through its policies. The County could seek to develop cannabis
manufacturing as an industry cluster by setting attractive regulatory and taxation policies, or it could
establish policies that discourage this sector. Because the County has not taken action either way as yet,
our analysis will look only at the potential for this industry sector. The likelihood of these or any outcomes
is dependent upon policy decisions that have not yet been made.
We believe that Contra Costa, due to its prime location as the eastern gateway to the Bay Area, is well
positioned to be a hub for cannabis manufacturing and distribution. As such and as explained above, the
county as a whole could accommodate perhaps around 40 cannabis manufacturing businesses. How
these are apportioned between the County and the 17 cities is uncertain, but with favorable regulatory
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policies and available industrial spaces, the County could potentially attract as many as 20 of these
businesses. For this analysis we will use four scenarios, with 5, 10, 15 or 20 manufacturers, and run them
at hypothetical tax rates of 3%, 5% and 7% of gross receipts.
HdL has reviewed pro-formas for numerous cannabis manufacturers seeking permits in counties and cities
throughout California. From this review we have seen a range of gross receipts from around $1 million
to over $5 million, with an average in the range of $2 million to $3 million. We shall use an average of
$2.5 million for purposes of this analysis.
Figure 15:
Depending upon the number of businesses and the tax rate applied, a tax on commercial cannabis
manufacturers could potentially generate $375,000 and $3,500,000 in annual tax revenue under this
scenario. However, the numbers for this model are based on the assumption that these businesses will
locate in jurisdictions that offer favorable regulatory and tax rates. Given this, the higher the tax applied,
the less likely that the numbers of businesses will materialize. When we apply the same attrition factor
as we did for cultivation (-5% for every 1% of tax rate), the potential revenue drops to a range of $318,750
to $2,275,000.
When considering taxes for the manufacturing sector, it is important to recognize that manufacturing is
not necessarily a singular step involving a single manufacturer. Manufacturing can include volatile
extraction of cannabis oil, or using that oil in making edibles or salves, or loading it into cartridges for vape
pens, or assembling the loaded cartridges into fully-finished, ready-to-smoke products, or simply handing
any of these products for labeling or repackaging. It is very conceivable that the materials for a
manufactured cannabis product might pass through the hands of multiple manufacturers on their way to
becoming a finished product that is ready to be sold to the consumer, and these various manufacturers
or suppliers may be located anywhere in the State.
When manufacturing is taxed, that tax may be applied to multiple separate businesses that may or may
not be located in the same jurisdiction. Multiple taxes may be applied, by multiple jurisdictions, at
multiple rates and at multiple steps in the product supply chain. This makes it virtually impossible to come
up with a generic model of how these cumulative taxes may build on each other.
As a very general example, manufacturing-grade cannabis may be purchased from a cultivator in a county
that has a cultivation tax rate of 4.5% of value. Manufacturers may use premium cannabis flower, but
Type 6/7/N/P
Manufacturer
# of
Licenses
Avg Gross
Receipts
Total Gross
Receipts
Revenue
@ 3.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 5.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 7.0%
Tax Rate
Manufacturers 5 $2,500,000 $12,500,000 $375,000 $625,000 $875,000
Manufacturers 10 $2,500,000 $25,000,000 $750,000 $1,250,000 $1,750,000
Manufacturers 15 $2,500,000 $37,500,000 $1,125,000 $1,875,000 $2,625,000
Manufacturers 20 $2,500,000 $50,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,500,000 $3,500,000
15.0% 25.0% 35.0%
$318,750 $468,750 $568,750
$637,500 $937,500 $1,137,500
$956,250 $1,406,250 $1,706,250
$1,275,000 $1,875,000 $2,275,000
Commercial Manufacturers
Attrition rate of -5% for every 1% tax
Revenues after attrition
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they more commonly use lower-grade leaf or trim, which may sell for around $200 per pound. The
concentrate oil for vaping may sell for $40 to $100 per gram retail, or around $9,000 per pound in
wholesale quantities. Another manufacturer may purchase a variety of concentrates from various sources
which they then blend together (much like blended wines or coffees) and add terpenes for flavoring
before selling the product in vape cartridge form. Lastly, other manufacturers may purchase these pre-
filled cartridges and load them into ready-to-use vape pens, or repackage the product as their own private
label or house brand.
In this example, each of these manufacturers may be located in a different jurisdiction, with different tax
rates being applied to the product at different stages of value. In addition, as the product moves toward
the consumer, more of the sale price goes into associated non-cannabis product such as cartridges, vape
pens or packaging. A gross-receipts tax on manufacturing or retail typically does not discriminate between
the actual cannabis product and other products sold by the same business. Depending on how the tax is
structured, a manufacturer or retailer could potentially be paying this additional tax even on non-cannabis
marketing paraphernalia such as logo hats and t-shirts.
This potential for manufacturing taxes to be layered one on top of another creates a strong argument for
being very conservative when taxing this sector. Even a small tax of 3.0% could potentially grow into a
tax of 12% or more by the time the product moves through multiple manufacturers. Given the potential
for new businesses and job growth in this sector, we would encourage jurisdictions to be cautious when
considering what tax rates, if any, to apply.
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Distributors
Distributorships are still emerging in the cannabis industry, and there is not yet sufficient data to indicate
the number of unlicensed distributors currently operating, or the number which may seek Type 11 licenses
in the future. As with manufacturers, however, where these businesses choose to locate will largely be a
function of access to clients and markets, available and affordable locations, and a welcoming regulatory
and tax climate. Contra Costa’s location lends itself well to distribution centers that can access both the
greater San Francisco Bay Area and the Capitol corridor, suggesting that the County could seek to attract
more than its proportional share of these businesses, if it chose to.
Unlike either cultivators or manufacturers, distributors do not make, modify or add value to the product.
Distributors provide a key role in moving cannabis products to market while ensuring that all State testing
and reporting standards have been met. Cannabis or cannabis products can only be transported by a
person holding a distributors license.
Under State law, distributor are responsible for storing cannabis batches on their premises while a proper
sample is taken for testing by a licensed testing facility. If the product passes all testing standards, the
distributor is responsible for product quality assurance by ensuring that proper weight, packaging and
labeling standards are met. If the product fails testing, the distributor must ensure that it is properly
destroyed in accordance with law. In addition, distributors are responsible for the collection and
remittance of State taxes to the Board of Equalization.
The Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) completed for the Bureau of Cannabis Control xv
estimates the ratio of cannabis distributors to retailers and testing labs by assuming that the average
dispensary handles 640 pounds per year, and that there is an average of 1 distributor for every 10
dispensaries, and 1 testing lab for every 2 distributors. By this model, the average distributor would
handle 6,400 pounds of cannabis per year.
Our analysis of potential cultivation in Contra Costa County estimated a number of growers consistent
with up to 25% of the number identified in the CDFA survey. Assuming 1 pound of cannabis for every 10
square feet of cultivation area per cycle, we would anticipate a total production of approximately 110,000
pounds per year. Using the SRIA model, it would take 17 distributors to move this volume of product to
market. At just 5% of the CDFA figures, we would anticipate total production of 22,000 pounds, with 3 or
4 distributors being needed.
However, the SRIA model was based upon MCRSA, which was replaced by MAUCRSA to incorporate both
medical and adult use cannabis into one regulatory framework. One of the changes allowed under
MAUCRSA was to allow cultivators and manufacturers to serve as their own distributors, thus bypassing
the need for an independent distributor. We don’t yet know the proportion of cultivators who might
choose to self-distribute, but if we assume that half will do so, then the number of distributors would also
come down by half, giving a high of 8 and a low of 2.
As discussed elsewhere in this report, the cannabis industry does not operate as a closed loop within any
county. Cannabis cultivated in one county may be purchased by a manufacturer in another county (or
city), before being moved to retailers all around the State. While distributors and testing labs will certainly
benefit from proximity to the suppliers and retailers they work with, they can easily be located in a
neighboring or nearby county, or in a city within the county. However, this goes both ways. Some
cultivators in unincorporated Contra Costa County may choose to utilize distributors from neighboring
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Alameda or San Joaquin counties, or from one of the cities within Contra Costa. Similarly, some of the
cultivators in these neighboring jurisdictions may choose to use distributors located in Contra Costa.
There are not yet established norms for taxing distributorships. This analysis will consider just two
scenarios with 3 and 5 distributors, and will run them with the same tax rates for retailers and
manufacturers (3%, 5% and 7%). While there is not an abundance of data to determine the average gross
receipts for distributors, HdL has reviewed a number of pro-formas for distributors seeking licenses in
other jurisdictions. These indicate anticipated gross receipts in the range of $2 million to $3 million per
year, with an average of $2.5 million. We shall use these figures for our revenue projections.
As with cultivation and manufacturing, we have included an attrition factor of -5% for every 1% of tax.
Distributors are believed to have high mobility in that they can shop for favorable locations within their
general area to locate their business. Distributors do not have the same intensive site infrastructure needs
as cultivators or some manufacturers, nor do they require high-visibility locations, like retailers. They
need only a general light-industrial warehouse space from which to operate, and reasonable access to
highways or major thoroughfares. For distributors, the bottom line when choosing a location is likely to
be overall cost, which includes price per square foot and any local taxes.
The business model for distributors is based on a percentage markup on the price paid to their suppliers.
This markup is commonly 20% to 30%. Any local tax must be added on to this markup. A 3% local tax on
gross receipts would effectively increase a 20% markup to 23%. A 7% tax would increase it to 27%. Even
if a distributor chose to locate in a jurisdiction with such tax rates, we would assume that this increased
markup would make it less competitive, thus reducing their market share, their gross receipts, and any
resulting revenues to the county or city.
For these reasons, we believe that higher taxes may have more of a discouraging impact on distributors
than on any other commercial cannabis business type. The County may wish to consider whether or not
to tax distributors at all, especially given their key role in ensuring that testing and quality assurance
standards have been met, and in collecting and remitting taxes to the State.
Figure 16:
Using the figures and
rates above, we estimate
that a tax rate of 3% of
gross receipts applied to 3
distributors could
generate around
$225,000 in revenue to
the County. A 5% tax rate
could generate $375,000,
and a 7% rate could
generate an estimated $525,000. However, when we include the attrition factor, those figures come
down to $191,250, $282,250 and $341,250, respectively.
When we apply these same taxes to 5 distributors, a rate of 3% could potentially generate $375,000, a
rate of 5% could generate $625,000, and a 7% rate could generate $875,000. After attrition of -5% for
every 1% of tax, those revenue figures come down to $318,750, $468,750 and $568,750, respectively.
Type 11
Distributors
# of
Licenses
Avg Gross
Receipts
Total Gross
Receipts
Revenue
@ 3.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 5.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 7.0%
Tax Rate
Distributors 3 $2,500,000 $7,500,000 $225,000 $375,000 $525,000
DIstributors 5 $2,500,000 $12,500,000 $375,000 $625,000 $875,000
15.0% 25.0% 35.0%
$191,250 $281,250 $341,250
$318,750 $468,750 $568,750
Commercial Distributors
Attrition rate of -5% for every 1% tax
Revenue after attrition
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Cannabis Retailers
While cannabis cultivation is typically taxed on a per-square-foot basis, the most common approach for
taxing other commercial cannabis activities is a tax on the gross receipts of the business. HdL has reviewed
confidential data for over 1,400 sales tax accounts for cannabis-related businesses. This data suggests
that gross receipts for dispensaries commonly range from $1,000,000 to $4,000,000, with a midpoint
around $2,500,000.
The CDFA survey shows 34 people registering their interest in seeking licenses for cannabis retailers in
Contra Costa County. The number of cannabis retailers that a city or county can support can be based
upon population and neighboring communities. Contra Costa has an estimated population of 1.135
million people, of which around 200,000 live in the unincorporated area. A 2015 survey by the Humboldt
Institute for Interdisciplinary Marijuana Studiesxvi found an average of 4-6 retailers (or dispensaries) for
every 100,000 people statewide, and likely more in communities with higher social acceptance and use.
This would allow for between 45 and 68 retailers countywide, with a proportional share of 8 to 12 in the
unincorporated area. That same study showed that Contra Costa County had only 1 or 2 dispensaries per
100,000 people, which would indicate between 11 and 22 dispensaries countywide, with 2 to 4 in the
unincorporated area.
Confidential sales tax data obtained by HdL shows 40 marijuana-related businesses in the county as a
whole registered with the Board of Equalization (payment of sales tax indicates a retail cannabis business).
Of these, only 26 report any actual income, with just 9 reporting significant income over the past 4
quarters. Though Contra Costa County does not currently permit any commercial cannabis businesses,
there are 7 registered marijuana-related businesses in the unincorporated County, with only 1 legal, non-
conforming medical cannabis retailer reporting significant income over the past 4 quarters.
The 9 existing cannabis retailers county-wide brought in a combined $14,809,700 in gross receipts last
year. This averages approximately $1.65 million in gross receipts each, which is well under the statewide
average of $2.5 million. This figure is presumably low due to existing bans on such businesses in the
County and many of the cities, and so does not represent the number of retailers that might come into
existence should they be allowed.
The City of Richmond gives us a better indication of sales in a legal, regulated market. The three largest
retailers in Contra Costa County are all located in the City of Richmond, which permits medical cannabis
dispensaries but caps them at the current three. These three alone grossed over $13 million, with the
largest grossing over $7 million by itself. The average gross receipts for these three would be $4.3 million.
Applying typical averages of 4-6 retailers per 100,000 residents to the City’s population of 110,000
suggests that the City should be able to accommodate 5 or 6 retailers. Dividing those $13 million in gross
receipts over 5 retailers gives an average of $2.6 million. Dividing it over 6 retailers gives an average of
$2.2 million. This is consistent with our statewide average of $2.5 million for retailers.
The population-based norms from the study above suggest that the county as a whole could potentially
accommodate as many as 68 cannabis retailers, with perhaps as many as 22 serving the unincorporated
area. To attract such a large share of such businesses, the County would have to offer favorable
regulations and attractive tax rates, and allow retailers in locations that very aggressively pull customers
from neighboring cities. We believe this is unlikely in the near term, and may be undesirable to the
community at large. For purposes of this fiscal analysis, we shall use four scenarios for the number of
retailers in the unincorporated area: a low of 3, a high of 12, and two midrange models at 6 and 9. We
have run each of these scenarios using hypothetical gross receipts tax rates of 3%, 5% and 7%.
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Figure 17:
Figure 17 shows the
estimated tax revenue that
could be generated under
these four scenarios, with 3
possible tax rates for each.
The revenues range from a
low of $225,000 (assuming
just 3 retailers taxed at
3.0% of gross receipts) up
to a high of $2,100,000 (assuming 12 retailers taxed at 7.0%).
The gross receipts for dispensaries is variable depending upon the number of dispensaries serving a given
size population. Dispensaries are the only cannabis business that specifically serves the local community,
rather than feeding into the statewide market, and so the number of dispensaries can be assumed to be
somewhat proportional to the local population. Consumer demand for cannabis is assumed to generally
be a constant, regardless of its legal status or the availability of dispensaries, and so it’s reasonable to
expect that more dispensaries will mean fewer customers for each and, thus, lower gross receipts.
However, there will always be an upper limit. We anticipate that providing greater access to dispensaries
or retailers would initially facilitate a shift in cannabis purchases happening through legal, regulated
means rather than through the black market, especially for non-medical cannabis. Eventually, though,
the local cannabis market will reach saturation, at which point new cannabis retailers will simply
cannibalize sales from existing retailers. The taxable amount of gross sales will likely plateau at some
point, regardless of the number of retailers.
MAUCRSA provides a single license type for cannabis retailers (Type 10), though it is available in both M
(Medical) or A (Adult Use) versions. Local jurisdictions have the authority to allow either or both types of
retailers. Under California’s regulatory program, it is anticipated that consumers will have little reason to
purchase cannabis in the medical segment rather than buying in the adult use segment. Both medical and
adult use cannabis will pay the State cultivation tax and excise tax, with the only advantage being an
exemption from regular sales tax for qualifying patients with a state-issued identification card. Currently
there are only about 7,000 such cardholders in California. Eligibility for this limited sales tax exemption
will cost consumers approximately $100 per year, plus time and inconvenience, for a savings of 8.5% in
Contra Costa County. It’s anticipated that this will provide no price advantage for the vast majority of
cannabis consumersxvii.
The Bureau of Cannabis Control projects that more than half of the adult use purchases currently in the
black market will transition to the legal market to avoid the inconvenience, stigma and risks of buying
unknown product through an unlicensed sellerxviii. Essentially, the easier, cheaper and more reliable it is
for consumers to access quality cannabis legally, the less reason they will have to purchase it through the
black market. That same study projects that 60% of those currently in the legal, medical cannabis market
will shift to the adult use market, for the reasons noted above. The availability of legal adult use cannabis
is also anticipated to produce a small 9.4% increase in consumer demand.
Given these figures, Contra Costa should expect to see some increase in retail sales as these shifts occur
in the market. More significantly, the existence of legally permitted cannabis retailers will allow a far
greater portion of existing cannabis sales to be captured by legal (and tax-paying) retailers.
License Type # of
Licenses
Avg Gross
Receipts
Total Gross
Receipts
Revenue
@ 3.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 5.0%
Tax Rate
Revenue
@ 7.0%
Tax Rate
Retailers 3 $2,500,000 $7,500,000 $225,000 $375,000 $525,000
Retailers 6 $2,500,000 $15,000,000 $450,000 $750,000 $1,050,000
Retailers 9 $2,500,000 $22,500,000 $675,000 $1,125,000 $1,575,000
Retailers 12 $2,500,000 $30,000,000 $900,000 $1,500,000 $2,100,000
Cannabis Dispensaries/Retailers
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The shift from medical to adult use sales is not expected to change the overall volume of sales, only the
category into which they fall. Once the legal, adult use market is properly functioning, it is anticipated to
capture about 61.5% of the overall cannabis market in California. The legal medical cannabis market is
projected to decline to just 9% of the overall market. The other 29.5% is expected to remain in the black
marketxix.
Retailers may have a storefront location, or they may operate via a delivery service. Data collected for a
Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment conducted for the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation
(now Bureau of Cannabis Control)xx found that 57% of cannabis retailers statewide use a storefront
location, while 47% conduct business using a delivery service. The 4% overlap in the results represents
retailers that sell through both a storefront and a delivery service. This 4% figure is believed to be an
underestimate due to certain reporting requirements.
The County may also wish to consider structuring its regulations or taxes for cannabis retailers in a way
that supports or encourages delivery services, rather than brick-and-mortar stores. It is conceivable that
delivery services could potentially be located in ways that increase their penetration into neighboring
jurisdictions, thus increasing the amount of sales tax revenue generated for the County. However, this
scenario is speculative and would depend upon specific locations and service models. This analysis does
not distinguish between the two for purposes of projecting tax revenue, as they would generally serve the
same local market.
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References
i Duncan McEwan, et al (January 2017) “Economic Impact Analysis of Medical Cannabis Cultivation Program
Regulations” California Department of Food and Agriculture
ii California Association of Realtors (July 17, 2017), June Home Sales and Price Report,
http://www.car.org/aboutus/mediacenter/newsreleases/2017releases/june2017sales
iii Eschker, Erick (2015) “Active Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in California, 2015” Humboldt Institute for
Interdisciplinary Marijuana Research
iv University of California Agricultural Issues Center (February 23, 2017) “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed
Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)”
v Hawken, Angela (2013) “Economies of Scale in the Production of Cannabis” BOTEC Analysis Corporation
vi Duncan McEwan, et al (January 2017) “Economic Impact Analysis of Medical Cannabis Cultivation Program
Regulations” California Department of Food and Agriculture
vii John P. Caulkins (2010) “Estimated Cost of Production for Legalized Cannabis”, the Rand Drug Policy Research
Center
viii Chris Roberts (November 2016) “The Great Cannabis Price Crash” High Times
ix Thomas H. Gray (2012) “Reasonable Markup to Distributors” http://www.tom-gray.com/2012/04/26/reasonable-
markup-to-distributors/
x Joseph Henchman (2016) “Marijuana Legalization and Taxes: Lessons for Other States from Colorado and
Washington” the Tax Foundation
xi Patrick McGreevy (July 26, 2017) “California has too much pot, and growers won't be able to export the surplus”
Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/politics/essential/la-pol-ca-essential-politics-updates-california-
producing-pot-surplus-1501101923-htmlstory.html
xii Denver Relief Consulting, et al (2017) “2017 California Cannabis Opportunity Report”
https://www.cacannabisreport.com/
xiii Transparent California Public Pay and Pension Database,
http://transparentcalifornia.com/salaries/search/?q=DEPUTY+SHERIFF-40+HOUR&y=2016&page=1
xiv Erick Eschker, et al (February 1, 2017) “Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) Proposed Regulations
for Manufacturers of Medical Cannabis” Humboldt Institute for Interdisciplinary Marijuana Research
xv University of California Agricultural Issues Center (February 23, 2017) “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed
Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)”
xvi Eschker, Erick (2015) “Active Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in California, 2015” Humboldt Institute for
Interdisciplinary Marijuana Research
xvii “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis
Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)” (February 23, 2017) University of California Agricultural Issues Center
xviii “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis
Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)” (February 23, 2017) University of California Agricultural Issues Center
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xix “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis
Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)” (February 23, 2017) University of California Agricultural Issues Center
xx “Economic Costs and Benefits of Proposed Regulations for the Implementation of the Medical Cannabis
Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA)” (February 23, 2017) University of California Agricultural Issues Center
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PRELIMINARY WORKING DRAFT
FRAMEWORK FOR
REGULATING CANNABIS IN THE
UNINCOPORATED AREA OF
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
October 24, 2017
PREPARED FOR THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BY
THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
30 Muir Road
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 674-7775
(NOTE: Guidance on refining this document is requested of the Board of Supervisors at the
October 24, 2017 meeting. Yellow highlighted text marks ideas or components on which
Board input is particularly needed.)
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I. Introduction
In response to California voter approval of Proposition 64 (Adult Use of Marijuana Act) in
November 2016, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has directed the County staff1,
to initiate the process of preparing regulations for the establishment of commercial cannabis
businesses in the unincorporated areas of the County. The regulations will also address
cultivation of cannabis for personal use at home.
This working draft document is intended to provide an overview of potential cannabis
regulations being formulated for the unincorporated areas of the County, including aspects
still very far from being settled, based on guidance from the County Board of Supervisors at
the April 25, 2017 and July 18, 2017 meetings as well as additional concepts to be discussed
by the Board on October 24, 2017. Once refined by the Board, a future version of this document
may be used to solicit further detailed public input on this matter.
In addition to preparation of land use and health regulations for commercial cannabis uses,
the Board has also initiated the process of analyzing and preparing a potential taxing program
for the various commercial cannabis uses. It is anticipated that no commercial cannabis uses
would be authorized until such time as a cannabis tax ballot measure has been approved by
County voters. A County cannabis tax initiative could be considered by voters at the next
General Election in November 2018, so regulations permitting commercial cannabis uses are
not expected to become effective until that time at the earliest.
No decision has been made by the Board on the regulatory framework contemplated in this
document. Currently, and unless or until new regulations are approved by the Board of
Supervisors, the commercial cultivation, distribution, storage, manufacturing, processing, and
sale of medical cannabis and adult use cannabis and the outdoor cultivation of cannabis for
personal use are prohibited within the unincorporated areas of the County.
II. Types of Commercial Cannabis Uses Under Consideration
The County is considering regulating and permitting the establishment of various commercial
cannabis uses. No decisions have been made and it is possible that some or all categories of
use will not be permitted. Types of use under consideration include:
1 Staff from the following County Departments have been involved: County Administrators Office, County Counsel, Sheriff’s
Office, District Attorney, Health Services Department (HSD), Probation, Treasurer‐Tax Collector, Agriculture, and Conservation
and Development (DCD). DCD is taking the lead with respect to developing land use regulations. HSD is taking the lead with
developing health regulations.
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Cultivation-“Cultivation” refers to the growing of cannabis for commercial use,
including artificial, mixed light and natural light cultivation (i.e. indoor, greenhouse
and outdoor).
Retail Sales/Delivery- “Retail sales”of cannabis refers to the sale of cannabis to
retail customers from a storefront that sells only cannabis products. Retail delivery
refers to deliveries from a storefront or other permitted site to customers. The
establishment of delivery-only retail may have fewer potential impacts on
neighborhoods and may be preferred in some, many or all instances.
Manufacturing/Processing- Involves the processing of cannabis or cannabis
products into various marketable forms, including edibles, oils, tinctures, etc. The
County may be well-positioned to attract and retain these types of businesses
because the County has significant industrial land and a strong industrial base.
Distribution Center- A cannabis distribution center refers to a site where cannabis
or cannabis products are warehoused and distributed to licensed cannabis retailers.
The retail sale of cannabis or cannabis products is not permitted from cannabis
distribution centers.
Testing- A “cannabis testing” facility is a facility where cannabis and cannabis
products are tested for potency, quality, and health and safety requirements.
III. Land Use Permitting Process
All applications for commercial cannabis uses are proposed to be subject to the County Land
use Permitting Process (Article 26-2.20 of County Code). Under the land use permitting process,
applications for all commercial cannabis uses would be subject to the following procedures:
Review of application for completeness.
Solicitation of comments from other County, State, and community
agencies/organizations.
Review of project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
Mailing of public hearing notice to all property owners within 300-feet of property
where use is proposed.
Public hearing before the County Zoning Administrator.
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Discretionary decisions would be made by the County Zoning Administrator who
could approve or deny applications. Zoning Administrator decisions can be appealed
to the County Planning Commission and decisions by the Planning Commission can
be appealed to the County Board of Supervisors.
Each permitted use would be subject to specific conditions intended to protect public health,
safety and welfare (further discussion of key examples of protections is provided below). The
permits would be subject to suspension or termination if performance standards are not met
or public health, safety or welfare was threatened. The regulations could incorporate automatic
expiration of cannabis permits after a set number of years and require re-approval of permits,
including a new application review process. Periodic permit review hearings or review
procedures could also be included.
IV. Potential Cap on Number of Permits
In order to help ensure the establishment of safe, orderly and accessible commercial cannabis
businesses, the Board may wish to consider placing a cap on the number of permits to be
issued for some or all of the commercial cannabis use to be permitted. Establishment of a
“ramp-up” program where the cap on the number of permits is increased on an annual
basis may also be considered by the Board, which would enable enforcement needs and
community effects to be assessed and resource allocation to be adjusted in a deliberative
manner. Considerations on potential caps for each of the use types are as follows:
[[ULTIMATE OR INTERIM LIMIT, IF ANY, FOR EACH COMMERCIAL USE TO
BE DETERMINED BY THE BOARD ]]
Commercial Cultivation- [No limit] OR [A maximum of (10?)-(50?)-(100?) (more?)]
permits for the commercial cultivation of cannabis, including indoor, mixed light
and outdoor cultivation.
Retail Sales- [No limit] OR [A maximum of (3?)-(6?)-(9?)-(12?) (more?)] permits for
the retail sale of commercial cannabis and cannabis products. For delivery-only
retail the cap could be increased or eliminated altogether.
Manufacturing- [No limit] OR [A maximum of (5?)-(10?)-(15?)-(20?) (more?)]
permits for manufacturing of cannabis and cannabis products. Given that the
County could have competitive advantages in the sectors of manufacturing,
distribution and testing, and that community impacts may be well addressed with
proper siting, staff suggests the Board consider a high (or no) ultimate cap on
these sectors (interim caps for a “ramp-up”may have merit).
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Distribution Center- [No limit] OR [A maximum of (?)-(?)-(?)] permits for cannabis
and cannabis products distribution center.
Testing Facility- [No limit] OR a maximum of (?)-(?)-(?) permits for cannabis and
cannabis products testing facility.
V. Applicant Selection Process
In order to ensure the establishment of safe and accessible commercial cannabis uses, all
applications for commercial cannabis uses would be subject to the County’s existing land use
permitting process in addition to any additional processes that may be required by the future
cannabis ordinance. Applications for a land use permit for commercial cannabis uses would
only be accepted on qualifying properties located within the appropriate zoning district and
outside of any approved buffer area. Only then could an application for a land use permit be
submitted.
If the Board establishes ultimate or interim caps on the number of businesses to be permitted
for any use category, we will need to define a selection process to determine how the ability
to apply for available permits will be allocated. Three options are identified below and are
evaluated in the attached Table 1.
[[SELECTION PROCESS, IF ANY, WOULD BE DETERMINED BY BOARD]]
(A) First come, first served, through the otherwise standard land use permitting process.
Once an application is deemed complete, the number of available permits would be
reduced by one. The application would be processed like any other land use permit.
Applications would be approved or denied by the Zoning Administrator (or other
hearing body, if appealed) based on the ability to make the required land use permit
findings and any other specific findings that could be required by the future cannabis
ordinance. Once a sufficient number of applications is deemed complete, the County
would stop accepting applications, unless and until one or more complete applications
was denied.
OR
(B) “Request for Proposal” process where applicants submit a proposal for the
establishment and operation of a specific commercial cannabis use. The proposal would
then be scored utilizing a scoring system established by code. Proposals with the
highest scores would be allowed to submit a land use permit application, and the
applications would then be processed under the current land use permitting process as
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well as any additional processes that may be required by the future cannabis ordinance.
The proposal process could be done in phases. For instance, the County could initially
invite submission of pre-proposals (shorter and less complex than full proposals), screen
the pre-proposals, then invite some proponents to submit full proposal which would be
screened again to determine who may apply (this is similar to some grant selection
processes). If a permit was not issued to a selected proposal, a proposal just below the
initial cut could be invited to apply. Establishing screening process and criteria and any
appeals process could be a significant effort.
OR
(C) “Lottery” selection process where complete applications (or proposals) are placed in
a lottery and selected at random. Selected applications would be processed under the
current land use permitting process as well as any additional processes that may be
required by the future cannabis ordinance. If a selected application was ultimately
denied, another application could be drawn from the lottery.
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VI. Eligible Locations
The Department of Conservation and Development has prepared a matrix and Preliminary
Cannabis Use Maps identifying the zoning districts where specific commercial cannabis uses
could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit. The draft matrix and maps are still under
review by the Board. The draft matrix is below. The draft maps are in an attachment.
CULTIVATION PROCCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
LEGEND Artificial
Light
Mixed
Light
Natural
Light
Distribution
Center Manufacturing Testing
Retail
Delivery
Only
Retail
StorefrontZONING
DISTRICT
Agricultural
Zoning
Districts (A‐ )
Land Use
Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit* Land Use Permit*
Area‐Wide
Planned Unit
Development
(P‐1)
Land Use
Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit* Land Use Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Retail‐
Business (R‐B) Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
General
Commercial
(C)
Land Use
Permit* Land Use Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Controlled
Manufacturing
(C‐M), Light
Industrial (L‐I),
Heavy
Industrial (H‐I)
Land Use
Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit* Land Use Permit*
Land
Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Land Use
Permit*
Potential
Sustainability
Requirements
Renewable Energy
and Sustainable
Water Supply
Sustainable
Water
Supply
Potential limits
on
number of
employees/trips
outside ULL
500 feet
from
another
retail
location
Key
Considerations
and
Limitations by
Use
Maximum 22, 000 sf Max 2 acres only within
ULL Potential limits
on number of
employees/trips
outside ULL
only
within
ULL
only
within
ULL
only within
ULL
Ag Districts:
maximum 10,000 sf
structure or in
existing structure
Greenhouse
only in non‐
ag districts
Cultivators
may
distribute
own produce
to retailers
500 ft from
another
retail
location
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Properties with incompatible zoning could apply to be rezoned, but this is a long and complex
process requiring Board approval. Outside of the Area-Wide P-1 zoning districts that cover the
former Redevelopment Areas (and that may be eligible for cannabis uses per the above matrix),
other lands that are zoned P-1 (Planned Unit Development) could go through a different
process to become eligible for cannabis uses if they have a compatible General Plan
designation. They could apply for a Development Plan modification to include a cannabis use
as an eligible use.
VII. Buffer Zones
Sites with eligible zoning are proposed to also be subject to specific buffer requirements from
sensitive land uses such as schools, parks, playgrounds, libraries and drug and alcohol recovery
centers. The proposed ordinance could also include buffers from residential land uses.
The proposed buffers for commercial cannabis uses are as follows:
1,000 feet from any sensitive site including school, community parks/playgrounds,
libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
For retail storefronts, 500-feet from another retail storefront.
Different buffers are also under consideration, including distances larger and smaller than 1,000
feet as well as buffers from other features such as residential zoning districts. However, 500
foot buffers from residential zoning districts would significantly reduce the number of eligible
sites and such buffers should be reserved for the uses least compatible with residential (such
as volatile manufacturing processes) unless a policy priority is to maintain significant separation
of commercial cannabis uses and residential areas.
VIII. Security and Nuisance Abatement Requirements
In order to ensure that commercial cannabis uses are operated in a safe and secure manner,
commercial uses are proposed to be subject to substantial security measures to be
incorporated into the regulations. Examples of security measure may include (the below are
examples only—many additional measures could be considered during development of the
detailed regulations):
Require that cannabis establishments be constructed in a manner that minimizes odors
to surrounding uses, and promotes quality design and construction, and consistency
with the surrounding properties.
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Require design measures and an enforceable security plan to ensure the applicant will
secure the premises twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. Examples of
specific measures include: security cameras; background checks for employees;
establishing limited access areas accessible only to authorized personnel; storing all
finished cannabis products in a secured and locked room; preventing off-site impacts
to adjoining or near properties; and limiting the amount of cash on the premises.
Examples of operational conditions of approval include:
Requiring permitted facilities (other than retail space in storefronts) to be closed to the
general public; prohibiting transporter deliveries and pick-ups between the hours of, for
example, 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Odors shall be contained on the property on which the commercial cannabis activity is
located.
No production, distribution, storage, display or wholesale of cannabis and cannabis-
infused products shall be visible from the exterior of the building where the commercial
cannabis activity is being conducted.
IX. Public Health Safeguards
Contra Costa Health Services recommends that the Board adopt a local health ordinance that
establishes permitted activity, and the conditions under which consumer products which
contain cannabis can be manufactured and sold to consumers. Adopting a local health
ordinance will also allow county staff to inspect, regulate and enforce appropriate state and
local laws pertaining to the cannabis industry. The primary reasons for crafting a local
regulatory health ordinance are:
Providing authority for local environmental health staff to inspect and enforce the
numerous state laws pertaining to: i) the manufacturing of food and beverage products
that contain cannabis (termed “edible cannabis products”); and ii) the retail sale and
dispensing of cannabis products including, but not limited to, leaf, bud, edibles,
beverages, tinctures, candies, etc.
Provide local authority to establish, inspect, and enforce additional rules and restrictions
on the manufacturing and sale of consumer products which contain cannabis.
Provide local authority to restrict use of cannabis in public places and smoking of
cannabis in multi-unit housing.
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X. Cost Recovery
Fees on cannabis businesses could be considered to cover County costs associated with
application review and monitoring compliance with permit conditions.
XI. Taxation
A ballot measure to seek approval for taxes on certain commercial cannabis uses is under
consideration. [Insert more information here as this aspect progresses]
XII. Personal Cultivation
In addition to providing comprehensive regulations for the establishment of commercial
cannabis uses, the County cannabis ordinance could also address cultivation for personal use.
Under current County cannabis regulations, limited indoor cultivation is permitted. The current
regulations for personal indoor cultivation has been provided below.
Indoor Personal Use Cultivation- Under the County’s current cannabis regulations, six
or fewer cannabis plants may be cultivated indoors at a private residence, or inside a
fully-enclosed and secured accessory structure to a private residence located on the
grounds of the private residence, if all of the following conditions are met:
1. The private residence or accessory structure, and all lighting, plumbing, and
electrical components used for cultivation, must comply with applicable zoning,
building, electrical, and plumbing codes and permitting requirements.
2. All living cannabis plants, and all cannabis in excess of 28.5 grams produced by
those plants, must be kept in a locked room and may not be visible from an
adjacent property, right-of-way, street, sidewalk, or other place accessible to the
public.
3. The private residence must be lawfully occupied by the person who cultivates the
cannabis plants within the private residence or within the accessory structure. If
the private residence is not owner-occupied, written permission from the owner
of the private residence must be obtained before cannabis plants may be
cultivated.
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The final regulations could continue the current restrictions on cultivation for personal use or
they could be expanded to allow for limited outdoor cultivation for personal use and/or allow
for variances.
Outdoor Personal Use Cultivation- Examples of restrictions on outdoor cultivation for
personal cultivation that could be considered in lieu of outright prohibition include:
1. Not more than three marijuana plants are cultivated at one time.
2. The plants are not visible from a public right-of-way or adjacent parcel.
3. No part of the plants being cultivated are within five feet of any property line.
4. No more than three marijuana plants per parcel are allowed to be cultivated
outdoors, regardless of the number of qualified patients residing on the parcel.
Variance or land use permit application to allow for exceptions to limitations on
personal cultivation. The Board could consider whether the limitations on personal
cultivation are hard and fast limits with no exceptions or whether to allow a discretionary
permit process to enable certain specified exceptions. For instance, outdoor personal
cultivation could be permitted or denied through such a process. Or certain
exceedances on the limitations on number of plants could be considered on a case by
case basis in this manner. The process would require notification to neighbors and a
public hearing and decisions would be appealable.
XIII. Enforcement
In order to ensure the orderly establishment of commercial cannabis uses and to prevent and
discourage the establishment of unregulated cannabis uses, robust enforcement capacity
should be a component of the regulatory program. Additional work is needed by staff to more
fully explore the most effective enforcement mechanisms, to identify enforcement roles and
identify resource needs.
XIV. Additional sections?
Additional sections may be added to address other aspects of the potential regulations
deemed important to include in a summary document such as this Framework.
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Adult Use Recreational Marijuana – AUM (Prop 64)
Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS)
Policy & Regulatory Considerations:
For October 24, 2017 Board Report
History
On July 18, 2017, the Board of Supervisors received a report on local policy and regulatory
considerations in the wake of voter approved Proposition 64 (Prop 64), which legalized adult
recreational use of marijuana. Prop 64 allows local city and county governments to permit or prohibit all
aspects of the commercial cannabis industry as well as apply local regulations over and above what state
law requires. Senate Bill 92, a budget trailer bill, codifies a number of regulatory requirements related
to cannabis and seeks to create a uniform regulatory framework between the medical and recreational
markets of the commercial cannabis industry. Under this framework, the state assumes the primary and
nearly exclusive role in regulating and enforcement, essentially abdicating local control back to the
state. This is one of the reasons it is important for local jurisdictions to consider adopting a local set of
land use and regulatory requirements. Doing so will allow the local jurisdiction to establish conditions
and permit the types of commercial activity it deems is in the best interest of the county as well as
provide the authority to inspect these operators and enforce those regulations.
Of particular interest to Contra Costa Health Services is the ability to locally regulate the manufacture
and sale of consumer products, especially edible products. While many aspects of local regulation may
be addressed through land use rules, Contra Costa Health Services recommends that the Board adopt a
local health ordinance that establishes permitted activity, and the conditions under which consumer
products which contain cannabis can be manufactured and sold to consumers. Adopting a local health
ordinance will also allow county staff to inspect, regulate and enforce appropriate state and local laws
pertaining to the cannabis industry.
In light of the newness of regulating the commercial cannabis industry and the evolving landscape of
cannabis regulation, Contra Costa Health Services recommends a cautionary approach to local
regulation that emphasizes protections for consumers, the public, and at‐risk groups such as youth and
individuals challenged with substance use disorders. As such, there are five primary areas of interest in
crafting a local regulatory health ordinance.
1. Providing authority for local environmental health staff to inspect and enforce the
numerous state laws pertaining to the manufacturing of food and beverage products
that contain cannabis (termed “edible cannabis products”).
2. Provide authority for local environmental health staff to inspect and enforce the
numerous state laws pertaining to the retail sale and dispensing of cannabis products
including, but not limited to, leaf, bud, edibles, beverages, tinctures, candies, etc.
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3. Provide local authority to establish, inspect, and enforce additional rules and restrictions
on the manufacturing and sale of consumer products which contain cannabis.
4. Provide local authority to restrict use of cannabis in public places and smoking of
cannabis in multi‐unit housing.
Outline of recommended local regulations pertaining to these areas of interest.
Related to Manufacturing of Products Which Contain Cannabis:
o Strict compliance with all state laws, including maximum potency per dose, child
proof packaging, and product labeling/packaging that are not attractive to youth.
o Establish safe buffer zone of 500 feet from sensitive areas.
o Annual renewal of operators permit.
o All personnel who handle or prepare or package edible cannabis products should
be required to successfully complete an accredited food handling course.
o Restrict extraction methods to use of non‐volatile solvents.
o Consider restrictions or prohibit mobile extraction manufacturing.
o Require annual training on occupational exposure and reporting requirements.
o Require compliance with county industrial safety ordinance if volatile solvents
are allowed and used.
o Require compliance with labeling and storage of post‐extraction cannabis oils.
o Require compliance with sanitation requirements for food and beverage
preparation, handling, and storage.
o Require retention of all sales records.
o No guard dogs or firearms on premise.
o Certified “Organic”
Need State or local requirements to determine what constitutes
“organic”, including grown herbicide and pesticide free.
Related to Sale of Cannabis and Products Which Contain Cannabis:
o Establish a buffer zone of 1,000 feet from sensitive areas and 500 feet from
another cannabis retailer. (Consistent with Tobacco Control Ordinance)
o Annual renewal of operators permit.
o All personnel who handle or prepare or package edible cannabis products should
be required to be at least 21 years of age and successfully complete an
accredited food handling course.
o Consider limiting the sale of edible cannabis products to those where dosing is a
maximum of 10mg THC/dose and packaged as a single dose. Consumers would
be allowed to purchase up to the limit allowed in state law.
o Prohibit sale of flavored leaf and bud. (Consistent with Tobacco Control
Ordinance)
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o Consistent with recent legislation in Colorado, consider prohibiting the sale of
edible products that mimic the shape and appearance of animals, humans, or
fruit, including gummy bears.
o Prohibit sale of flavored e‐juices. (Consistent with Tobacco Control Ordinance)
o Prohibit all product advertising on exterior (storefront) of retail establishment
and within 2,000 feet of a sensitive area.
o Prohibit all self‐service vending of all cannabis and products which contain
cannabis.
o Compliance with all relevant sanitation requirements for the holding, storage,
and sale of consumer edible cannabis products.
o Prohibit smoking or use of electronic smoking devices in all public places, parks,
and service areas, including sidewalks.
o Restrict product sales to cannabis only related products. Hence no other food,
beverages, sundries, etc.
o Restrict store and product sales to the hours of 9:00am to 8:00pm.
o Require compliance with all state rules related to labeling and packaging,
including no child attractive product labeling/packaging.
o Prohibit on‐site use and sampling.
o Require retention of sales records.
o No guard dogs or firearms permitted on premises.
o Require that age (21 and older) be verified at the point of sale for every sale and
every consumer.
o Require that signage be clearly posted on the premises indicating that no person
under the age of 21 may enter the establishment and no sales to persons under
the age of 21 will be permitted.
o Consumer warnings: Require vendor to post and hand out to every consumer a
warning related to use during pregnancy or while nursing as well as a warning
related to access by minors.
o Sales limit of recreational cannabis is limited in state Law to 1 ounce (oz.)
(28.5 gm) per day and an additional 8 gm of concentrated cannabis.
o Sales limit of 8 oz. per day for medical cannabis proposed under MCRSA is
believed to be far too permissive by a number of health professionals. A 1 to2
oz. daily limit is more in line with other States. For example, New Mexico
imposes an 8 oz. limit over a 3‐month period. We recommend that sales be
limited to that of recreational, 1 oz. per day (28.5 gm)
o Mobile Delivery can be restricted or prohibited, including the mobile delivery by
entities that originate from outside of the county. However, enforcement of a
prohibition would be difficult. Should the county allow mobile delivery, staff
recommends that we apply all of the same requirements and product
restrictions as for a fixed location.
Chapter 9 of Prop 64 reads: “A local jurisdiction shall not prevent the delivery of
marijuana or marijuana products on public road by a licensee acting in
compliance with this division and local law as adopted under Section 26200”
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o Establish a cap on total number of retail dispensaries to no more than 1 per
15,000 residents, inclusive of mobile delivery from locations that originate from
the unincorporated area of the County. Fewer are initially recommended, 1 per
25,000.
Public Use:
o Adopt similar restrictions on public and facility use consistent with current
tobacco policy; however extends restriction to public sidewalks, places of
employment and public spaces between businesses. The county’s
comprehensive Secondhand Smoke Ordinance includes no smoking of marijuana
in all the places where smoking is prohibited. Currently this includes smoking or
vaping in public places, any business open to the public, and within 20 feet of
doorways, dining areas, service areas, and parks. Recommend that smoking and
vaping restriction be extended to multi‐unit residences.
Some other importance facts: (*additional FAQ’s are attached in the appendix)
How much marijuana (cannabis) can I have in my possession?
If you are 21 or older (or have a current qualifying physician’s recommendation or a valid county issued
medical marijuana identification card), you can buy and possess up to 1 ounce (28.5 grams) of cannabis
and up to 8 grams of concentrated cannabis. You can also plant, harvest, dry, and process up to six
cannabis plants in your private residence or on the grounds of your residence.
Where can I use Marijuana (cannabis)?
You can use cannabis on private property. You cannot use, smoke, eat, or vape adult-use cannabis in
public places. Property owners and landlords can ban the use and possession of cannabis on their
premises. According to State Law, you cannot use cannabis within 1,000 feet of a school, day care center,
or youth center while children are present.
Can I carry Marijuana (cannabis) around with me?
Yes, you can carry up to 1 ounce (28.5 grams) of cannabis and up to 8 grams of concentrated cannabis. It
is against the law for you to have an open container of cannabis in a vehicle while driving or riding in the
passenger seat. If you have cannabis in a vehicle, it must be in a sealed package. Otherwise, it must be
kept in the trunk of the vehicle. Even if you have a valid physician’s recommendation or a valid county-
issued medical marijuana identification card, it is illegal to smoke cannabis in an operating vehicle.
Can I leave California with Marijuana (cannabis)?
No. It is illegal to bring your cannabis across state lines, even if you are traveling to another state where
cannabis is legal.
Can I get a DUI if I drive while I’m high?
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Yes. If you are under the influence of cannabis while operating a car, boat, or other vehicle, a law
enforcement officer can pull you over and conduct a sobriety test.
What about medicinal cannabis use?
Under medical cannabis laws, if you have a qualifying physician’s recommendation or a valid county-
issued medical marijuana identification card you can: • Use cannabis if you are 18 and older, and •
Possess up to 8 oz. of dried cannabis and up to six mature or 12 immature cannabis plants unless the
physician’s recommendation specifies a higher amount. • With a valid county-issued medical marijuana
identification card, you do not have to pay sales tax when you buy cannabis, but you do have to pay other
taxes.
Can I overdose on marijuana (cannabis)?
A fatal overdose is unlikely. However, smoking or eating high concentrations of THC can severely affect
your judgment, perception, and coordination, and may lead to poisoning, overdose, fatal injuries, and
accidents.
What are some other Health and Social impacts of cannabis use?
There are a number of significant health effects related to cannabis use. A recent October 2017 report
from the Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Traffic Area (HIDTA) revealed that marijuana‐related
traffic deaths, where a driver tested positive for marijuana, more than doubled in the period from 2013
through 2016. In addition marijuana use among youth increased 12 percent in the 3‐year average
(2013‐2105) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the 3‐year average (2010‐
2012) prior to legalization and that use among college students increased 16 percent during this same
time period. The HIDA report also revealed that the yearly number of marijuana related hospitalizations
increased 72 percent after the legalization of recreational marijuana (2009‐2012 versus 2013‐2015). In
addition to the risk of addiction and substance abuse, other health impacts include cardiovascular risk,
risk to pregnant and nursing women, risk of driving under the influence and behavioral health and
cognitive risk to youth. The attached appendix addresses some of the health impacts of cannabis use.
Attachment 1: Marijuana and Pregnancy
Attachment 2: Marijuana and Driving
Attachment 3: Youth and Cannabis
Attachment 4: What Parents Need to Know
Attachment 5: HIDTA Report of October 2017
More information can be found at:
cdph.ca.gov/Programs/DO/letstalkcannabis/Pages/LetsTalkCannabis.aspx
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Role of CCHS—Divisions
Division of Environmental Health
The Division of Environmental Health (DEH) will assume the primary role of licensing/permitting
including plan review, regulatory Inspections, and enforcement of products manufactured and sold at
retail. This is particularly germane to foods, beverages, cosmetics, tinctures, oils, and other consumer
products infused with cannabinoids. This may include issues such as product labeling, prohibitions on
flavored products, storefront advertising, and compliance with other aspects of the Health and Safety
Code. These functions may eventually also be performed for cities, if state law provides regulatory
authority to local DEH, similar to other food and beverage products or if the cities and county mutually
agree to create local laws which sanction and enable this activity. This would include permitting for
special events where the event sponsors propose to offer use or consume products on site that are
infused with cannabinoids. In addition DEH anticipates having a role with owner/employee education,
as well as with public health investigations associated with cases and clusters of illness or toxicity. DEH
also anticipates having a regulatory role in the manufacturing of products infused with cannabis.
Licensing/permitting and inspection fees are anticipated to cover the majority of the associated cost.
Having a health permit and licensing process will allow DEH to be able to respond to illegal operations,
concerns about food facilities comingling food with edible cannabis products, and other concerns and
complaints.
Division of Hazardous Materials
This division will have an ongoing permitting and inspection role with aspects of raw material extraction
and manufacturing, particularly for those businesses utilizing volatile or highly flammable solvents. The
regulatory oversight would be for the handling of hazardous materials and the generation of hazardous
waste as codified in state law. If volatile or highly flammable solvents are allowed and used and the
manufacturing site that uses these solvents are required to abide by the County’s Industrial Safety
Ordinance, a fee for the implementation of the Industrial Safety Ordinance will be required.
Division of Public Health
The Public Health Division will be the key player in investigating outbreaks of clusters of illness
associated with exposure to, use of, and/or consumption of products containing cannabis. Additionally
the division anticipates an increase in demand for public information, including periodic reports on the
public health impacts of recreational use of marijuana and issuing periodic health advisories. The
division also administrates the medical marijuana identification card Program and anticipates a surge in
demand for medical marijuana ID cards as members of the public seek to avoid taxation associated with
the recreational regulatory structure. Currently, the Public Health Division processes approximately 200
cards per year. Prop 64 limited the fees that can be charged to administrate the medical marijuana ID
program to $100 per client, which is less than the true cost of administering this program. In addition,
individuals on MediCal are eligible for a 50‐percent discount and the card is processed free for those
individuals who are medically indigent. Revenue to cover the anticipated increase impact for services
could partially be covered by the adoption of a cannabis retail license if renewed on an annual basis,
and/or from tax revenue generated from the growth and/or sales of product. Identifying a source of
revenue to cover the cost of public education, reports and data tracking is an important consideration.
Even if the County happens to prohibit all commercial aspects of recreational marijuana, the Public
Health Division anticipates an increased volume of illness and/or toxicity clusters, the need for public
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information, health advisories and an increase in demand for clinical and counseling services that may
impact both Behavioral Health as well as CCRMC’s inpatient and outpatient services.
Division of Behavioral Health
While the Division of Behavioral Health may not have a regulatory role, it anticipates a surge in demand
treatment for substance use disorder services to address cannabis‐related disorders and school officials,
probation and parents as they seek treatment resources to address the impact of cannabis‐related
disorders among youth.
Additionally, Prop 64 in Sections 11362.3 and 11362.4 and in accordance with Section 26200 of the
Business and Profession Code requires mandatory free drug education programs and/or counseling
based on evidence based practices and principles. These practices must be specific to the use and abuse
of cannabis and other controlled substances for persons under the age of 18 who were found under the
influence of marijuana or smoked marijuana in public in places. At the present time, Behavioral Health’s
Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) staff have started to receive inquiries for free education and counseling
services from schools, probation, courts, and parents regarding youth who need such services. While
some AOD prevention services are available, they are limited due to available resources and they are
not specific to marijuana. AUMA is unclear about the funding for the free education and counseling;
nonetheless, the services should be made available.
Division of EMS
Similar to the Behavioral Health Division, EMS anticipates a surge in demand for service as adult
recreational use increases and as youth experiment with cannabis. This will likely result in an increase in
emergency medical calls and transports related to cannabis use. Impacts are especially predicated
among individuals who are not familiar with cannabis in the edible form and subsequently become
overly intoxicated or overdose due to the accumulated concentration of over consuming edible cannabis
products. EMS also anticipates an increase in motor vehicle accidents where the operators of vehicles
are under the influence of cannabis. Some early data from other states suggest that transports to
hospital emergency rooms related to cannabis roughly doubles subsequent to legalization of adult
cannabis use.
Data on EMS system impacts is limited however. The Colorado State Rocky Mountain High Intensity
Drug Trafficking Area (RMHIDTA) issued a report in 2014 comprehensively tracking the impact of
legalized marijuana in the state of Colorado which included important observations.
Impact Area RMHIDTA Findings Contra Costa EMS
Impaired Driving According to the
Colorado RMHIDTA
findings: Traffic fatalities
involving operators
testing positive for
marijuana increased 100
percent between 2007
(prior to legislation) and
2012 (post legislation).
The Colorado experience and HHS data suggest that
impaired driving is likely to increase both fatal and non‐
fatal collisions. EMS System resources are utilized in
both fatal and non‐fatal auto collisions incidents. In
2015 CCEMS system saw over 1,588 critical trauma
patients. 381 (24 percent of all CCEMS critical trauma)
of those injuries were associated with auto collisions.
The California Office of Traffic Safety reported in 2014
that the total collisions in Contra Costa County resulting
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According a 2017 CDC
Fast Facts1 13 percent of
nighttime, weekend
drivers have marijuana
in their system.
in injury or fatality were 4,390.2 These incidents
typically require EMS System utilization. CCEMS
anticipates that with legalization EMS utilization may
substantially increase.
Impaired Driving According to the
Colorado RMHIDTA
findings: 25‐40 percent
of DUI arrests involved
marijuana alone.3
Emergency Department and Psychiatric Emergency
Services may experience a substantial increase in
transports, similar to the Colorado experience. In
addition, 5,150 calls and medical screening associated
with marijuana is likely to increase. Without the
resource of sobering centers and the ability of EMS to
partner with health care systems on alternatives, the
EMS System may experience significant stress resulting
in potential delays in response time and extended EMS‐
ED transfer of care times. Ambulance unit hours may
need to be increased to support current response
requirements at an added cost to the county.
Emergency Room
Marijuana
Admissions
According to the
Colorado RMHIDTA
findings: Between 2011
and 2013, Colorado
experienced a
57‐percent increase in
marijuana related
emergency room visits.
Hospitalizations related
to marijuana have
increased 82 percent
from 2008 to 2013. A
rate of approximately
176 to 331 per 100,000
(population) for ED
admissions and 123 to
190 per 100,000
population rate increase
hospitalizations.
In 2015 there were over 425,000 emergency
department visits in Contra Costa County, over 94,000
responses and over 73,000 transports to area hospitals.
Assuming a Contra Costa population of 1,100,000, it is
anticipated that 1,760 to 3,310 additional emergency
department visits resulting in 1,230 to 1,900 additional
hospitalizations may occur. It is unknown how many of
these emergency department visits would require 9‐1‐1
services but it is anticipated that a significant portion of
these event may.
Summary and Recommendations
Significant efforts to mitigate the impact of adverse consequences known to occur with
legalization of marijuana should be taken.
1 CDC Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Marijuana Use and Driving
https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/pdf/marijuana-driving-508.pdf
2 California Office of Traffic Safety http://www.ots.ca.gov/Media_and_Research/Rankings/default.asp
3 Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, “Executive Summary: Legalization of Marijuana in
Colorado: The Impact” Vol.2/August 2014
https://www.in.gov/ipac/files/August_2014_Legalization_of_MJ_in_Colorado_the_Impact(1).pdf
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Impacts are known to significantly increase the need for expanded services for EMS
stakeholders requiring additional funding to monitor, mitigate and expand EMS system services.
Children, especially those less than five years old, are known to be at greatest risk for poisoning
and hospitalization.
Delays in response time associated with an increase in EMS System volume and a surge of
emergency department patients driving under the influence.
Funding support to expand child injury prevention efforts aligned with the EMS for Children
System of Care could reduce the risk of marijuana related exposures/poisonings at home and in
schools.
Links to resources consulted:
1. http://efficientgov.com/blog/2017/01/06/marijuana‐legalization‐impacts‐ems/
2. http://www.thecannabist.co/2016/01/14/pot‐emergency‐room‐marijuana‐er/42939/
3. https://www.in.gov/ipac/files/August_2014_Legalization_of_MJ_in_Colorado_the_Impact(1).pd
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4. http://www.jems.com/ems‐insider/articles/2017/01/implications‐of‐legalized‐marijuana‐for‐
ems‐agencies.html
5. http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/pediatrics/135/3/584.full.pdf
6. http://kids.data.org
7. http://www.ots.ca.gov/Media_and_Research/Rankings/default.asp
8. https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/pdf/marijuana‐driving‐508.pdf
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Marijuana Use and Pregnancy 2017
Fast Facts
• Using marijuana during
pregnancy may increase your
baby’s risk of developmental
problems.1–7
• About one in 25 women
in the U.S. reports using
marijuana while pregnant.8
• The chemicals in any form
of marijuana may be bad
for your baby – this includes
edible marijuana products
(such as cookies, brownies,
or candies).9
• If you’re using marijuana and
are pregnant or are planning
to become pregnant, talk to
your doctor.
Marijuana use during pregnancy can be harmful to your
baby’s health. The chemicals in marijuana (in particular,
tetrahydrocannabinol or THC) pass through your system
to your baby and can negatively affect your baby’s
development.1–7
Although more research is needed to better understand
how marijuana may affect you and your baby during
pregnancy, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) recommends against using marijuana
during your pregnancy.
What are the potential health effects of
using marijuana during my pregnancy?
• Some research shows that using marijuana while you
are pregnant can cause health problems in newborns—
including low birth weight and developmental
problems.10,11
• Breathing marijuana smoke can also be bad for you
and your baby. Marijuana smoke has many of the same
chemicals as tobacco smoke and may increase the
chances for developmental problems in your baby.12,13
Can using marijuana during my
pregnancy negatively impact my baby
after birth?
• Research shows marijuana use during pregnancy may
make it hard for your child to pay attention or to learn,
these issues may only become noticeable as your child
grows older.1–7
Does using marijuana affect
breastfeeding?
• Chemicals from marijuana can be passed to your
baby through breast milk. THC is stored in fat and is
slowly released over time, meaning an infant could be
exposed for a longer period of time.
• However, data on the effects of marijuana exposure
to the infant through breastfeeding are limited and
conflicting.
• To limit potential risk to the infant, breastfeeding
mothers should reduce or avoid marijuana use.11, 14–16
Smoking During Pregnancy: https://www.cdc.
gov/reproductivehealth/maternalinfanthealth/
tobaccousepregnancy/index.htm
Treating for Two: https://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy/meds/
treatingfortwo/index.html
For more information, visit:
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1. Mark, K., A. Desai, and M. Terplan, Marijuana use and pregnancy: prevalence, associated
characteristics, and birth outcomes. Arch Womens Ment Health, 2016. 19(1): p. 105-11.
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12-year olds prenatally exposed to cigarettes and marihuana. Neurotoxicol Teratol, 1998.
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6-year-olds. Neurotoxicol Teratol, 1999. 21(2): p. 109-18.
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age 6. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry, 2008. 47(3): p. 254-63.
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10. Conner SN1, Bedell V, Lipsey K, Macones GA, Cahill AG, Tuuli MG. Maternal Marijuana
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Gynecol. 2016 Oct;128(4):713-23. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000001649.
11. Wang, G.S., G. Roosevelt, and K. Heard, Pediatric marijuana exposures in a medical
marijuana state. JAMA Pediatr, 2013. 167(7): p. 630-3.
12. Wu, T.C., et al., Pulmonary hazards of smoking marijuana as compared with tobacco. N
Engl J Med, 1988. 318 (6): p. 347-51
13. Gunn JKL, Rosales CB, Center KE, et al. Prenatal exposure to cannabis and maternal
and child health outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMJ Open
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Marijuana Use and Driving 2017
Fast Facts
• The number of self-reported
marijuana users is increasing.
In 2014, there were 7,000 new
users of marijuana per day.4
7,000
• 13% of nighttime, weekend
drivers have marijuana in
their system; this is up from
9% in 2007.5
• After alcohol, marijuana
is the drug most often linked
to drugged driving.6
Because driving is such a common activity, it’s easy to
forget how you really must stay alert to stay safe. While
it may seem like your body goes on automatic when
accelerating or changing lanes, your brain is actually
in high gear.
Drugs and alcohol interfere with the brain’s ability to
function properly. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is
the main active ingredient in marijuana, affects areas of
the brain that control your body’s movements, balance,
coordination, memory, and judgment.1-3
How does marijuana affect driving?
Driving while impaired by any substance, including
marijuana, is dangerous. Marijuana, like alcohol,
negatively affects a number of skills required for
safe driving.
• Marijuana can slow your reaction time and ability
to make decisions.1-3, 7-9
• Marijuana use can impair coordination, distort
perception, and lead to memory loss and difficulty
in problem-solving.1-3, 7-9
• The risk of impaired driving associated with marijuana
in combination with alcohol appears to be greater than
that for either by itself.2, 9
What do we know about marijuana use
and the risk of car crashes?
Although we know marijuana negatively affects a
number of skills needed for safe driving, and some
studies have shown an association between marijuana
use and car crashes, it is unclear whether marijuana use
actually increases the risk of car crashes. This is because:
• An accurate roadside test for drug levels in the body
doesn’t exist.
• Marijuana can remain in a user’s system for days or
weeks after last use (depending on how much a person
uses and how often they use marijuana).
• Drivers are not always tested for drug use, especially if
they have an illegal blood alcohol concentration level
because that is enough evidence for a driving-while-
impaired charge.
• When tested for substance use following a crash,
drivers can have both drugs and alcohol or multiple
drugs in their system, making it hard to know which
substance contributed more to the crash.
Is there a legal limit for marijuana
impairment while operating a vehicle?
Laws vary from state to state. If you intend to drive, the
safest option is not to have any alcohol or drugs in your
system at all.
CDC’s Impaired Driving: Get the Facts: http://www.
cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/impaired_driving/impaired-
drv_factsheet.html
Drug Facts: Drugged Driving: https://www.drugabuse.
gov/publications/drugfacts/drugged-driving
Cannabis: http://www.samhsa.gov/atod/cannabis
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Impaired Driving Fact Sheet: http://www.nhtsa.gov/
Impaired
For more information, visit:
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3. Hartman RL, Brown TL, Milavetz G, et al. Cannabis effects on driving lateral control
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4. Azofeifa A, Mattson ME, Schauer G, McAfee T, Grant A, Lyerla R. National Estimates of
Marijuana Use and Related Indicators — National Survey on Drug Use and Health, United
States, 2002–2014. MMWR Surveill Summ 2016;65(No. SS-11):1–25. DOI: http://dx.doi.
org/10.15585/mmwr.ss6511a1HYPERLINK “https://www.cdc.gov/Other/disclaimer.html”.
5. Berning, A., Compton, R., Wochinger, K., Results of the 2013–2014 National Roadside
Survey of alcohol and drug use by drivers. 2015, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration: Washington, DC. (DOT HS 812 118).
6. Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality (CBHSQ). Behavioral Health Trends
in the United States: Results from the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health.
Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration; 2015. HHS
Publication No. SMA 15-4927, NSDUH Series H-50.
7. Lenné MG, Dietze PM, Triggs TJ, Walmsley S, Murphy B, Redman JR. The effects of cannabis
and alcohol on simulated arterial driving: Influences of driving experience and task
demand. Accid Anal Prev. 2010;42(3):859-866. doi:10.1016/j.aap.2009.04.021.
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doi:10.1373/clinchem.2012.194381.
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drugalcdep.2015.06.015.
1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636) • www.cdc.gov
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Youth and Cannabis
It is legal for adults 21 or older to possess, consume and cultivate cannabis in California. Sale of cannabis
from licensed retail outlets will become legal January 1, 2018. If you are 18 or older, you can use cannabis
if you have a current qualifying physician’s recommendation or a valid county-issued medical marijuana
identification card. Here are some important facts you should know.
Cannabis Affects Your Health
• Like cigarettes, smoking cannabis is harmful to
your lungs. The smoke from cannabis has many of
the same toxins and chemicals found in cigarette
smoke, and when inhaled it can increase your risk
of developing lung problems.1
• Regular cannabis use has been linked to anxiety,
depression, and suicide, especially for teens with
a family history of mental illness.2,3,4
• Cannabis use increases the risk of schizophrenia,
although it is not common. The more cannabis
you use, the higher the risk.5
• Using cannabis as a teen can lead to cannabis
dependence and increase your risk for using
or abusing other substances and illegal drugs.6,7
Cannabis Affects Your Brain
• Your brain is still developing. Using cannabis
regularly in your teens and early 20s may lead
to physical changes in your brain.8
• Research shows that when you use cannabis
your memory, learning, and attention are harmed.
Some studies suggest a permanent impact as well.9
Most Teens Are Not Using Cannabis
• In 2016, most high school students in California
reported they were not using cannabis. Only about
15 percent (less than 1 in 5) reported using cannabis
in the past 30 days.10
Cannabis Impacts Your Goals
• The harmful effects of cannabis on your brain may
impact your educational and professional goals and
how successful you are in life.11 Research shows that
if you start using cannabis before you are 18 or use
cannabis regularly you may be at higher risk for:
− Skipping classes 11
− Getting lower grades 12
− Dropping out of school 13
− Unemployment or not getting the job
that you’d like to have 7,14
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Cannabis Affects Your Driving
• Cannabis can negatively affect the skills you
need to drive safely, including reaction time,
coordination, and concentration.15
• Driving under the influence of cannabis
increases your risk of getting into a car crash.16
If You Break the Law
• If you are under 21 and caught in possession of
cannabis you will be required to complete drug
education or counseling and community service
(unless you have a current qualifying physician’s
recommendation or a valid county-issued medical
marijuana identification card).17
1 Jeanette M. Tetrault, Kristina Crothers, Brent A. Moore, Reena Mehra, John Concato, and David A. Fiellin. 2007. “Effects of marijuana smoking on pulmonary function and respiratory complications: A systematic review.” Ar-
chives of Internal Medicine. 167:221-228. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations
for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 181-195).
2 Shaul Lev-Ran, Bernard Le Foll, Kwame McKenzie, Tony P. George, and Jurgen Rehm. 2013. “Bipolar disorder and co-occurring cannabis use disorders: Characteristics, co-morbidities and clinical correlates.” Psychiatry
Research. 209(3):459-465. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research.
Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 308).
3 Theresa H.M. Moore, Stanley Zammit, Anne Lingford-Hughes, Thomas R.E. Barnes, Peter B. Jones, Margaret Burke, and Glyn Lewis. 2007. “Cannabis use and risk of psychotic or affective mental health outcomes: A systemat-
ic review.” Lancet. 370(9584):319-328. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for
research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 289-326).
4 Guilherme Borges, Courtney L. Bagge, and Ricardo Orozco. 2016. “A literature review and meta-analyses of cannabis use and suicidality.” Journal of Affective Disorders. 195(63-74). (Reviewed in: National Academies of
Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 311-312).
5 Arianna Marconi, Marta Di Forti, Cathryn M. Lewis, Robin M. Murray, Evangelos Vassos. 2016. “Meta-analysis of the association between the level of cannabis use and risk of psychosis.” Schizophrenia Bulletin. 42(5):1262-
1269. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The
National Academies Press. P. 289-326).
6 Chuan-Yu Chen, Megan S. O’Brien, and James C. Anthony. 2005. “Who becomes cannabis dependent soon after onset of use? Epidemiological evidence from the United States: 2000-2001.” Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
79(1):11-22. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington,
DC: The National Academies Press. P. 342-343).
7 Chenshu Zhang, Judith S. Brook, Carl G. Leukefeld, and David W. Brook. 2016. “Trajectories of marijuana use from adolescence to adulthood as predictors of unemployment status in the early forties.” American Journal on
Addictions. 25(3):203-209. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research.
Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 280-281).
8 Albert Batalla, Sagnik Bhattacharyya, Murat Yucel, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Jose Alexandre Crippa, Santiago Nogue, Marta Torrens, et al. 2013. “Structural and Functional Imaging Studies in Chronic Cannabis Users: A Systematic
Review of Adolescent and Adult Findings.” PLoS ONE. 8(2): e55821. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of
evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275). (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and
cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275).
9 Samantha J. Broyd, Hendrika H. van Hell, Camilla Beale, Murat Yucel, and Nadia Solowij. 2016. “Acute and Chronic Effects of Cannabinoids on Human Cognition-A Systematic Review.” Biological Psychiatry. 79:557-567. (Re-
viewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National
Academies Press. P. 271-275).
10 California Department of Public Health and Tobacco Control Program, 2016 California Student Tobacco Survey. 2016.
11 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Acade-
mies Press. doi:10.17226/24625. pp. 267, 285)
12 Amelia M. Arria, Laura M. Garnier-Dykstra, Emily T. Cook, Kimberly M. Caldeira, Kathryn B. Vincent, Rebecca A. Baron, and Kevin E. O’Grady. 2013. “Drug Use patterns in young adulthood and post-college employment.” Drug
and Alcohol Dependence. 127(1):23-30. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations
for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 277).
13 John Macleod, Rachel Oakles, Alex Copello, Ilana Crome, Matthias Egger, Mathew Hickman, Thomas Oppenkowski, et al. 2004. “Psychological and social sequelae of cannabis and other illicit drug use by young people: A
systematic review of longitudinal, general population studies.” Lancet. 363(9421):1579-1588. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids:
The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275).
14 David M. Fergusson and Joseph M. Boden. 2008. “Cannabis use and later life outcomes.” Addiction. 103(6):p. 969-76; discussion 977-8. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The
health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 276-279 (education); 280-281 (unemployment)).
15 Percy Bondallaz, Bernard Favrat, Haithem Chtioui, Eleonora Fornari, Philippe Maeder, and Christian Giroud. 2016. “Cannabis and its effects on driving skills.” Forensic Sci Int. 268:92-102.
16 Ole Rogeberg and Rune Elvik. 2016. “The effects of cannabis intoxication on motor vehicle collision revisited and revised.” Addiction. 111(8):1348-1359. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and
Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. pp. 228-230).
17 Senate Bill No. 94, Sess. of 2017 (Cal. 2017). https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201720180SB94.
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What Parents and Mentors Need to Know about Cannabis
It is legal for adults 21 or older to possess, consume and cultivate cannabis in California. Sale of cannabis from
licensed retail outlets will become legal January 1, 2018. If you are 18 or older, you can use cannabis if you have
a current qualifying physician’s recommendation or a valid county-issued medical marijuana identification
card. Pre-teens, teens and youth in their early 20s often seek out new experiences and engage in risky
behaviors, such as using cannabis. Here are some important facts you should know about cannabis and some
tips for talking to youth.
Cannabis Can Affect a Young Person’s Brain
• The brains of young people do not fully develop
until they reach their mid-20s. Regular cannabis
use during the early years of life can lead to harmful
physical changes in the brain.3
• Research shows that when youth use cannabis their
memory, learning, and attention are harmed.
Some studies suggest a permanent impact as well.4
Other Negative Effects of Cannabis on Youth
• Driving under the influence of cannabis increases
the risk of getting into a car crash. Cannabis can
negatively affect the skills that are needed to drive
safely, including reaction time, coordination,
and concentration.5,6
• The harmful effects of cannabis on a young
person’s brain may impact their educational and
professional goals and how successful they are
in life.7 Research shows that youth who start using
before 18 or who use cannabis regularly may be at
higher risk for:
–Skipping classes7
–Getting lower grades9
–Dropping out of school10
–Unemployment or having less fulfilling jobs
later in life10,11
• Mental health problems may include:
–Anxiety, depression, suicide, and schizophrenia
12,13,14,15,16
–Cannabis dependence and a higher risk for using
or abusing other substances and illegal drugs17
• Like tobacco, smoking cannabis is harmful to the
lungs. The smoke from cannabis has many of the
same toxins and chemicals found in tobacco smoke,
and when inhaled can increase the risk of developing
lung problems.18
Young People and Cannabis Use
• In 2016, most high school students in California
reported they were not using cannabis. Only about
15 percent (less than 1 in 5) reported using cannabis
in the past 30 days.
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• However, most youth do not believe cannabis
is harmful. Eight out of 10 youth in California,
aged 12-17, reported believing using cannabis
once a month was not risky.2
Tips for Encouraging Youth Not to
Use Cannabis19
• Talk openly and provide guidance about the risks of
using cannabis.
–Youth who have supportive parents, teachers,
and other adults are less likely to use cannabis
and illegal drugs.
–Stay positive.
–Focus on how using cannabis can get in the
way of achieving goals such as graduating high
school, getting into college or getting a good
job. Do not focus on negative outcomes.
• Listen carefully to the questions and thoughts
youth have.
• Set shared guidelines and expectations for
healthy behaviors.
–Youth are less likely to use cannabis when
parents set clear limits and house rules.
• Be aware of your own attitudes and behaviors.
–You are a role model. If you use cannabis in
front of young people, they are more likely to
use it too.
Recognizing if a Youth is Using Cannabis20
• Look for behavioral changes related to cannabis
use such as: mood swings, spending less time with
friends, skipping school, loss of interest in sports or
other favorite activities and changes in grades and
sleeping habits.
• Young people under the influence of cannabis may
lack coordination, giggle for no reason, act silly,
have red eyes and short-term memory loss.
What to Do if a Youth is Using Cannabis19
• Stay calm. Overreacting may lead youth to rebel,
feel resentment or take greater risks.
• Talk about your concerns and give positive reasons
for wanting youth to stop using cannabis.
• Keep the conversation open for problem solving.
• Remind youth of the ground rules you set earlier,
or set new ground rules and consequences.
• If needed, seek help from trusted adults and
resources in your community.
• Call 911 and get help if there is a medical or mental
health emergency.
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1 California Department of Public Health and Tobacco Control Program, 2016 California Student Tobacco Survey. 2016.
2 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality. 2015. National Survey on Drug Use and Health.
3 Albert Batalla , Sagnik Bhattacharyya, Murat Yucel, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Jose Alexandre Crippa, Santiago Nogue, Marta Torrens, et al. 2013. “Structural and Functional Imaging Studies in Chronic Cannabis Users: A
Systematic Review of Adolescent and Adult Findings.” PLoS ONE. 8(2): e55821. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The
current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275).
4 Samantha J. Broyd, Hendrika H. van Hell, Camilla Beale, Murat Yucel, and Nadia Solowij. 2016. “Acute and Chronic Effects of Cannabinoids on Human Cognition-A Systematic Review.” Biological Psychiatry. 79:557-
567. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington,
DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275).
5 Percy Bondallaz, Bernard Favrat, Haithem Chtioui, Eleonora Fornari, Philippe Maeder, and Christian Giroud. 2016. “Cannabis and its effects on driving skills.” Forensic Sci Int. 268:92-102.
6 Ole Rogeberg and Rune Elvik. 2016. “The effects of cannabis intoxication on motor vehicle collision revisited and revised.” Addiction. 111(8):1348-1359. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering
and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. pp. 228-230).
7 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National
Academies Press. (P. 267, 285)
8 Amelia M. Arria, Laura M. Garnier-Dykstra, Emily T. Cook, Kimberly M. Caldeira, Kathryn B. Vincent, Rebecca A. Baron, and Kevin E. O’Grady. 2013. “Drug Use patterns in young adulthood and post-college
employment.” Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 127(1):23-30. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of
evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 277).
9 John Macleod, Rachel Oakles, Alex Copello, Ilana Crome, Matthias Egger, Mathew Hickman, Thomas Oppenkowski, et al. 2004. “Psychological and social sequelae of cannabis and other illicit drug use by young
people: A systematic review of longitudinal, general population studies.” Lancet. 363(9421):1579-1588. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis
and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 271-275).
10 David M. Fergusson and Joseph M. Boden. 2008. “Cannabis use and later life outcomes.” Addiction. 103(6):p. 969-76; discussion 977-8. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 276-279 (education); 280-281
(unemployment)).
11 Chenshu Zhang, Judith S. Brook, Carl G. Leukefeld, and David W. Brook. 2016. “Trajectories of marijuana use from adolescence to adulthood as predictors of unemployment status in the early forties.”
American Journal on Addictions. 25(3):203-209. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and
recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 280-281).
12 Theresa H.M. Moore, Stanley Zammit, Anne Lingford-Hughes, Thomas R.E. Barnes, Peter B. Jones, Margaret Burke, and Glyn Lewis. 2007. “Cannabis use and risk of psychotic or affective mental health outcomes:
A systematic review.” Lancet. 370(9584):319-328. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and
recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 289-326).
13 Arianna Marconi, Marta Di Forti, Cathryn M. Lewis, Robin M. Murray, Evangelos Vassos. 2016. “Meta-analysis of the association between the level of cannabis use and risk of psychosis.” Schizophrenia Bulletin.
42(5):1262-1269. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research.
Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 289-326).
14 Karina Karolina Kedzior and Lisa Tabata Laeber. 2014. “A positive association between anxiety disorders and cannabis use or cannabis use disorders in the general population- A meta-analysis of 31 studies.” BMC
Psychiatry. 14:136. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research.
Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 314-315).
15 Shaul Lev-Ran, Bernard Le Foll, Kwame McKenzie, Tony P. George, and Jurgen Rehm. 2013. “Bipolar disorder and co-occurring cannabis use disorders: Characteristics, co-morbidities and clinical correlates.”
Psychiatry Research. 209(3):459-465. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and
recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 308).
16 Guilherme Borges, Courtney L. Bagge, and Ricardo Orozco. 2016. “A literature review and meta-analyses of cannabis use and suicidality.” Journal of Affective Disorders. 195(63-74). (Reviewed in: National Academies
of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P.
311-312).
17 Chuan-Yu Chen, Megan S. O’Brien, and James C. Anthony. 2005. “Who becomes cannabis dependent soon after onset of use? Epidemiological evidence from the United States: 2000-2001.” Drug and Alcohol
Dependence. 79(1):11-22. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and recommendations for
research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 342-343).
18 Jeanette M. Tetrault, Kristina Crothers, Brent A. Moore, Reena Mehra, John Concato, and David A. Fiellin. 2007. “Effects of marijuana smoking on pulmonary function and respiratory complications: A systematic
review.” Archives of Internal Medicine. 167:221-228. (Reviewed in: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. 2017. The health effects of cannabis and cannabinoids: The current state of evidence and
recommendations for research. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. P. 181-195).
19 American Academy of Pediatrics, Healthy Children. “Drug Abuse Prevention Starts with Parents.” Accessed August 14, 2017. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/substance-abuse/Pages/
Drug-Abuse-Prevention-Starts-with-Parents.aspx
20 National Institute on Drug Abuse; National Institutes of Health; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 2016. “Marijuana: Facts Parents Need to Know.”
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ............................................................................................ 1
Purpose ..................................................................................................................................1
Introduction .......................................................................................................... 7
Purpose ..................................................................................................................................7
The Debate ............................................................................................................................8
Background ...........................................................................................................................8
Preface ....................................................................................................................................8
Colorado’s History with Marijuana Legalization ...........................................................9
Medical Marijuana 2000-2008 .................................................................................................... 9
Medical Marijuana Commercialization and Expansion 2009-Present ............................... 10
Recreational Marijuana 2013-Present...................................................................................... 11
SECTION 1: Impaired Driving and Fatalities ............................................ 13
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................13
Differences in Data Citations ............................................................................................14
Definitions by Rocky Mountain HIDTA ........................................................................14
Data for Traffic Deaths ......................................................................................................15
Total Number of Statewide Traffic Deaths ........................................................................... 15
Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana When a Driver Tested Positive for Marijuana ..... 16
Percent of All Traffic Deaths that were Marijuana-Related when a Driver Tested Positive
for Marijuana ............................................................................................................................ 17
Average Number of Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana when a Driver Tested Positive
for Marijuana ............................................................................................................................ 18
Drug Combinations for Drivers who Tested Positive for Marijuana, 2016 .................... 18
Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana When an Operator Tested Positive for Marijuana.19
Percent of All Traffic Deaths that were Marijuana-Related when an Operator Tested
Positive for Marijuana ............................................................................................................. 20
Average Number of Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana when an Operator Tested
Positive for Marijuana ............................................................................................................. 21
Drug Combinations for Operators who Tested Positive for Marijuana, 2016 ................. 21
Data for Impaired Driving ................................................................................................22
Number of Positive Cannabinoid Screens ............................................................................ 22
ChemaTox and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (Data
Combined 2009-2013) ........................................................................................................ 23
ChemaTox Data Only (2013-May2016) ................................................................................. 23
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Colorado State Patrol Number of Drivers Under the Influence of Drugs (DUIDs) ....... 24
Marijuana as a Percent of All DUI and DUIDs .................................................................... 25
Denver Police Department Percent of DUIDs Involving Marijuana ................................ 26
Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Percent of DUIDs Involving Marijuana........................ 26
Total Number of Accidents in Colorado .............................................................................. 27
Related Costs ......................................................................................................................27
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................28
Sources .................................................................................................................................31
SECTION 2: Youth Marijuana Use ............................................................... 33
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................33
Surveys NOT Utilized .......................................................................................................33
Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS) ............................................................................... 33
Current Marijuana Use for High School and Middle School Students in Colorado.34
Monitoring the Future (MTF) Study ..................................................................................... 35
Centers for Disease Control Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) ................................... 35
2015 YRBS Participation Map .......................................................................................... 35
Use Data ..............................................................................................................................36
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old ............................................................................................... 36
Average Past Month Use of Marijuana Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old .................... 36
Past Month Marijuana Use Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old ........................................ 36
Prevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old ............... 37
Past Month Usage, 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015......................................................... 38
Average Past Month Use Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015 ........................ 39
Past Month Marijuana Use Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015 ..................... 39
Colorado Probation Percent of All Urinalysis Tests Positive for Marijuana
Youth Ages 10 to 17 Years Old ........................................................................................ 40
School Data .........................................................................................................................41
Impact on School Violation Numbers ................................................................................... 41
All Drug Violations, 2015-2016 School Year .................................................................. 41
Drug-Related Suspensions/Expulsions .......................................................................... 42
Percent of Total Referrals to Law Enforcement in Colorado....................................... 42
Number of Reported School Dropouts ........................................................................... 43
Colorado School Resource Officer Survey .....................................................................43
Impact on Marijuana-Related Incidents, 2017 ...................................................................... 44
Predominant Marijuana Violations, 2017 ............................................................................. 44
Student Marijuana Source, 2017 ............................................................................................. 45
School Counselor Survey ..................................................................................................45
Impact on Marijuana-Related Incidents, 2015 ...................................................................... 46
Predominant Marijuana Violations, 2015 ............................................................................. 46
Student Marijuana Source, 2015 ............................................................................................. 47
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................47
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Some Comments from School Resource Officers ................................................................ 49
Some Comments from School Counselors ........................................................................... 51
Sources .................................................................................................................................53
SECTION 3: Adult Marijuana Use ............................................................... 55
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................55
Use Data ..............................................................................................................................56
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old .............................................................................................. 56
Average Past Month Use of Marijuana College Age 18 to 25 Years Old ................... 56
Past Month Marijuana Use College Age 18 to 25 Years Old ....................................... 56
Prevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use College Age 18 to 25 Years Old .............. 57
Past Month Usage, 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015......................................................... 58
Average Past Month Use College Age 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015 ....................... 59
Past Month Marijuana Use College Age 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015 .................... 59
Adults Age 26+ Years Old ....................................................................................................... 60
Average Past Month Use of Marijuana College Ages 26+ Years Old......................... 60
Past Month Marijuana Use Adults Age 26+ Years Old ................................................ 60
Prevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use College Adults Age 26+ Years Old ........ 61
Past Month Usage, 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015 ................................................................ 62
Average Past Month Use Adults Ages 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015 .............................. 63
Past Month Marijuana Use Adults Ages 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015 ........................... 63
Colorado Adult Marijuana Use Demographics ................................................................... 64
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................64
Sources .................................................................................................................................66
SECTION 4: Emergency Department and Hospital Marijuana-Related
Admissions ................................................................................ 67
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................67
Definitions ...........................................................................................................................68
Emergency Department Data ...........................................................................................68
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment ................................................ 68
Average Emergency Department Rates Related to Marijuana ................................... 69
Emergency Department Rates Related to Marijuana ................................................... 70
Emergency Department Visits Related to Marijuana ................................................... 71
Hospitalization Data ..........................................................................................................72
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment ................................................ 72
Average Hospitalization Rates Related to Marijuana .................................................. 72
Hospitalization Rates Related to Marijuana .................................................................. 73
Average Hospitalizations Related to Marijuana ........................................................... 74
Hospitalizations Related to Marijuana ........................................................................... 74
Additional Sources................................................................................................................... 75
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Children’s Hospital Marijuana Ingestion Among Children Under 9 Years Old ...... 75
Cost ......................................................................................................................................75
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................76
Sources .................................................................................................................................80
SECTION 5: Marijuana-Related Exposure ................................................. 81
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................81
Definitions ...........................................................................................................................81
Data ......................................................................................................................................82
Average Number of Marijuana-Related Exposures, All Ages ........................................... 82
Marijuana-Related Exposures ................................................................................................ 82
Marijuana-Related Exposures by Age Range ...................................................................... 83
Average Percent of All Marijuana-Related Exposures, Children Ages
0 to 5 Years Old ........................................................................................................................ 83
Number of Marijuana Only Exposures Reported ............................................................... 84
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................84
Sources .................................................................................................................................85
SECTION 6: Treatment ................................................................................... 87
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................87
Data ......................................................................................................................................87
Treatment with Marijuana as Primary Substance Abuse, All Ages ................................. 87
Drug Type for Treatment Admissions, All Ages ................................................................. 88
Percent of Marijuana Treatment Admissions by Age Group ............................................ 89
Marijuana Treatment Admissions Based on Criminal Justice Referrals .......................... 90
Comments from Colorado Treatment Providers ..........................................................90
Case Examples ....................................................................................................................91
Sources .................................................................................................................................92
SECTION 7: Diversion of Colorado Marijuana ......................................... 93
Some Findings ....................................................................................................................93
Definitions ...........................................................................................................................94
Data on Marijuana Investigations ...................................................................................95
RMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces: Marijuana Investigation Seizures.............................. 95
RMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces: Marijuana Investigative Plant Seizures .................... 96
RMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces: Marijuana Investigative Felony Arrests ................... 96
Data on Highway Interdictions .......................................................................................97
Average Colorado Marijuana Interdiction Seizures ........................................................... 97
Colorado Marijuana Interdiction Seizures ........................................................................... 98
Average Pounds of Colorado Marijuana from Interdiction Seizures ............................... 98
States to Which Colorado Marijuana Was Destined, 2016 ................................................. 99
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Top Three Cities for Marijuana Origin ................................................................................. 99
Case Examples of Investigations ...................................................................................100
Case Examples of Interdictions ......................................................................................103
Sources ...............................................................................................................................107
SECTION 8: Diversion by Parcel ................................................................ 109
Some Findings ..................................................................................................................109
Data from U.S. Postal Service .........................................................................................109
Average Number of Parcels Containing Marijuana Mailed from Colorado to Another
State .......................................................................................................................................... 109
Parcels Containing Marijuana Mailed from Colorado to Another State ........................ 110
Average Pounds of Colorado Marijuana Seized by the U.S. Postal Inspection
Service ...................................................................................................................................... 110
Pounds of Colorado Marijuana Seized by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service .............. 111
Number of States Destined to Receive Marijuana Mailed from Colorado .................... 111
Private Parcel Companies ...............................................................................................112
Case Examples ..................................................................................................................113
Sources ...............................................................................................................................115
SECTION 9: Related Data ............................................................................ 117
Topics .................................................................................................................................117
Some Findings ..................................................................................................................117
Crime .................................................................................................................................118
Colorado Crime ...................................................................................................................... 118
City and County of Denver Crime ...................................................................................... 119
Crime in Denver ..................................................................................................................... 120
Denver Police Department Unlawful Public Display/Consumption of Marijuana ...... 120
Boulder Police Department Marijuana Public Consumption Citations ......................... 121
Case Examples ........................................................................................................................ 121
Revenue .............................................................................................................................124
Colorado’s Statewide Budget, Fiscal Year 2017 ................................................................. 124
Total State Revenue from Marijuana Taxes, Calendar Year 2016 ................................... 124
Case Example.......................................................................................................................... 125
Event Planners’ Views of Denver ..................................................................................126
Negative Meeting Planner Perceptions, 2014..................................................................... 126
Homeless ...........................................................................................................................128
Suicide Data ......................................................................................................................130
Average Toxicology of Suicides Among Adolescents Ages 10 to 19 Years Old (With
Known Toxicology) ......................................................................................................130
Average Toxicology Results by Age Group, 2013-2015 ...............................................131
THC Potency .....................................................................................................................132
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National Average THC Potency Submitted Cannabis Samples ...................................... 132
National Average THC Potency Submitted Hash Oil Samples....................................... 133
Alcohol Consumption .....................................................................................................134
Colorado Average Consumption of Alcohol ..................................................................... 134
Colorado Consumption of Alcohol ..................................................................................... 134
Medical Marijuana Registry ...........................................................................................135
Percent of Medical Marijuana Patients Based on Reporting Conditions, 2016 ............. 136
Colorado Licensed Marijuana Businesses as of August 1st, 2017 ..............................137
Business Comparisons, June 2017 ..................................................................................137
Colorado Business Comparisons, June 2017 ...................................................................... 137
Demand and Market Size ...............................................................................................138
Demand ................................................................................................................................... 138
Market Size ............................................................................................................................. 138
Marijuana Enforcement Division Reported Sales of Marijuana in Colorado..........139
2017 Price of Marijuana ...................................................................................................139
Local Response to Medical and Recreational Marijuana in Colorado .....................140
2016 Local Jurisdiction Licensing Status ............................................................................. 142
Sources ...............................................................................................................................143
SECTION 10: Reference Materials ............................................................. 147
Reports and Articles ........................................................................................................147
Impaired Driving ................................................................................................................... 147
Youth Marijuana Use ............................................................................................................. 151
Adult Marijuana Use ............................................................................................................. 152
Emergency Department and Hospital Marijuana-Related Admissions......................... 155
Marijuana-Related Exposure ................................................................................................ 157
Treatment ................................................................................................................................ 157
Related Data ............................................................................................................................ 158
Sources ...............................................................................................................................163
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Executive Summary
Purpose
Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (RMHIDTA) is tracking the
impact of marijuana legalization in the state of Colorado. This report will utilize,
whenever possible, a comparison of three different eras in Colorado’s legalization
history:
2006 – 2008: Medical marijuana pre-commercialization era
2009 – Present: Medical marijuana commercialization and expansion era
2013 – Present: Recreational marijuana era
Rocky Mountain HIDTA will collect and report comparative data in a variety of
areas, including but not limited to:
Impaired driving and fatalities
Youth marijuana use
Adult marijuana use
Emergency room admissions
Marijuana-related exposure cases
Diversion of Colorado marijuana
This is the fifth annual report on the impact of legalized marijuana in Colorado. It is
divided into ten sections, each providing information on the impact of marijuana
legalization. The sections are as follows:
Section 1 – Impaired Driving and Fatalities:
Marijuana-related traffic deaths when a driver was positive for marijuana more
than doubled from 55 deaths in 2013 to 123 deaths in 2016.
Marijuana-related traffic deaths increased 66 percent in the four-year average
(2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
o During the same time period, all traffic deaths increased 16 percent.
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In 2009, Colorado marijuana-related traffic deaths involving drivers testing
positive for marijuana represented 9 percent of all traffic deaths. By 2016, that
number has more than doubled to 20 percent.
Section 2 – Youth Marijuana Use:
Youth past month marijuana use increased 12 percent in the three-year average
(2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado youth ranked #1 in the nation for past
month marijuana use, up from #4 in 2011/2012 and #14 in 2005/2006.
Colorado youth past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 55 percent higher
than the national average compared to 39 percent higher in 2011/2012.
Section 3 – Adult Marijuana Use:
College age past month marijuana use increased 16 percent in the three-year
average (2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to
the three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado college-age adults ranked #2 in the
nation for past-month marijuana use, up from #3 in 2011/2012 and #8 in
2005/2006.
Colorado college age past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 61 percent
higher than the national average compared to 42 percent higher in 2011/2012.
Adult past-month marijuana use increased 71 percent in the three-year average
(2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado adults ranked #1 in the nation for
past month marijuana use, up from #7 in 2011/2012 and #8 in 2005/2006.
Colorado adult past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 124 percent higher
than the national average compared to 51 percent higher in 2011/2012.
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Section 4 – Emergency Department and Hospital Marijuana-Related Admissions:
The yearly rate of emergency department visits related to marijuana increased 35
percent after the legalization of recreational marijuana (2011-2012 vs. 2013-2015).
Number of hospitalizations related to marijuana:
o 2011 – 6,305
o 2012 – 6,715
o 2013 – 8,272
o 2014 – 11,439
o Jan-Sept 2015 – 10,901
The yearly number of marijuana-related hospitalizations increased 72 percent
after the legalization of recreational marijuana (2009-2012 vs. 2013-2015).
Section 5 – Marijuana-Related Exposure:
Marijuana-related exposures increased 139 percent in the four-year average
(2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Marijuana-Only exposures more than doubled (increased 210 percent) in the
four-year average (2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana
compared to the four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Section 6 – Treatment:
Marijuana treatment data from Colorado in years 2006 – 2016 does not appear to
demonstrate a definitive trend. Colorado averages 6,683 treatment admissions
annually for marijuana abuse.
Over the last ten years, the top four drugs involved in treatment admissions were
alcohol (average 13,551), marijuana (average 6,712), methamphetamine (average
5,578), and heroin (average 3,024).
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Section 7 – Diversion of Colorado Marijuana:
In 2016, RMHIDTA Colorado drug task forces completed 163 investigations of
individuals or organizations involved in illegally selling Colorado marijuana
both in and out of state.
o These cases led to:
252 felony arrests
7,116 (3.5 tons) pounds of marijuana seized
47,108 marijuana plants seized
2,111 marijuana edibles seized
232 pounds of concentrate seized
29 different states to which marijuana was destined
Highway interdiction seizures of Colorado marijuana increased 43 percent in the
four-year average (2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana
compared to the four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Of the 346 highway interdiction seizures in 2016, there were 36 different states
destined to receive marijuana from Colorado.
o The most common destinations identified were Illinois, Missouri, Texas,
Kansas and Florida.
Section 8 – Diversion by Parcel:
Seizures of Colorado marijuana in the U.S. mail has increased 844 percent from
an average of 52 parcels (2009-2012) to 491 parcels (2013-2016) in the four-year
average that recreational marijuana has been legal.
Seizures of Colorado marijuana in the U.S. mail has increased 914 percent from
an average of 97 pounds (2009-2012) to 984 pounds (2013-2016) in the four-year
average that recreational marijuana has been legal.
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Section 9 – Related Data:
Crime in Denver increased 6 percent from 2014 to 2016 and crime in Colorado
increased 11 percent from 2013 to 2016.
Colorado annual tax revenue from the sale of recreational and medical marijuana
was 0.8 percent of Colorado’s total statewide budget (FY 2016).
As of June 2017, there were 491 retail marijuana stores in the state of Colorado
compared to 392 Starbucks and 208 McDonald’s.
66 percent of local jurisdictions have banned medical and recreational marijuana
businesses.
Section 10 – Reference Materials:
This section lists various studies and reports regarding marijuana.
THERE IS MUCH MORE DATA IN EACH OF THE TEN SECTIONS. THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE
FOUND ON THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA WEBSITE; GO TO WWW.RMHIDTA.ORG AND SELECT
REPORTS.
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Introduction
Purpose
The purpose of this annual report is to document the impact of the legalization of
marijuana for medical and recreational use in Colorado. Colorado serves as an
experimental lab for the nation to determine the impact of legalizing marijuana. This is
an important opportunity to gather and examine meaningful data and identify trends.
Citizens and policymakers nationwide may want to delay any decisions on this
important issue until there is sufficient and accurate data to make informed decisions.
The Debate
There is an ongoing debate in this country concerning the impact of legalizing
marijuana. Those in favor argue that the benefits of removing prohibition far outweigh
the potential negative consequences. Some of the cited benefits include:
Eliminate arrests for possession and sale, resulting in fewer people with criminal
records and a reduction in the prison population
Free up law enforcement resources to target more serious and violent criminals
Reduce traffic fatalities since users will switch from alcohol to marijuana, which
does not impair driving to the same degree
No increase in use, even among youth, because of strict regulations
Added revenue generated through taxation
Eliminate the black market
Those opposed to legalizing marijuana argue that the potential benefits of lifting
prohibition pale in comparison to the adverse consequences. Some of the cited
consequences include:
Increase in marijuana use among youth and young adults
Increase in marijuana-impaired driving fatalities
Rise in number of marijuana-addicted users in treatment
Diversion of marijuana
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Adverse impact and cost of the physical and mental health damage caused by
marijuana use
The economic cost to society will far outweigh any potential revenue generated
Background
As of 2016, a number of states have enacted varying degrees of legalized marijuana
by permitting medical marijuana and eight permitting recreational marijuana. In 2010,
legislation was passed in Colorado that included the licensing of medical marijuana
centers (dispensaries), cultivation operations, and manufacturing of marijuana edibles
for medical purposes. In November 2012, Colorado voters legalized recreational
marijuana allowing individuals to use and possess an ounce of marijuana and grow up
to six plants. The amendment also permits licensing marijuana retail stores, cultivation
operations, marijuana edible manufacturers, and testing facilities. Washington voters
passed a similar measure in 2012.
Preface
It is important to note that, for purposes of the debate on legalizing marijuana in
Colorado, there are three distinct timeframes to consider: the early medical marijuana
era (2000-2008), the medical marijuana commercialization era (2009 – current) and the
recreational marijuana era (2013 – current).
2000 – 2008: In November 2000, Colorado voters passed Amendment 20 which
permitted a qualifying patient, and/or caregiver of a patient, to possess up to 2
ounces of marijuana and grow 6 marijuana plants for medical purposes. During
that time there were between 1,000 and 4,800 medical marijuana cardholders and
no known dispensaries operating in the state.
2009 – Current: Beginning in 2009 due to a number of events, marijuana became
de facto legalized through the commercialization of the medical marijuana
industry. By the end of 2012, there were over 100,000 medical marijuana
cardholders and 500 licensed dispensaries operating in Colorado. There were
also licensed cultivation operations and edible manufacturers.
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2013 – Current: In November 2012, Colorado voters passed Constitutional
Amendment 64 which legalized marijuana for recreational purposes for anyone
over the age of 21. The amendment also allowed for licensed marijuana retail
stores, cultivation operations and edible manufacturers. Retail marijuana
businesses became operational January 1, 2014.
Colorado’s History with Marijuana Legalization
Medical Marijuana 2000 – 2008
In November 2000, Colorado voters passed Amendment 20 which permitted a
qualifying patient and/or caregiver of a patient to possess up to 2 ounces of marijuana
and grow 6 marijuana plants for medical purposes. Amendment 20 provided
identification cards for individuals with a doctor’s recommendation to use marijuana
for a debilitating medical condition. The system was managed by the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which issued identification
cards to patients based on a doctor’s recommendation. The department began
accepting applications from patients in June 2001.
From 2001 – 2008, there were only 5,993 patient applications received and only 55
percent of those designated a primary caregiver. During that time, the average was
three patients per caregiver and there were no known retail stores selling medical
marijuana (dispensaries). Dispensaries were not an issue because CDPHE regulations
limited a caregiver to no more than five patients.
In late 2007, a Denver district judge ruled that CDPHE violated the state’s open
meeting requirement when it set a five-patient-to-one-caregiver ratio and overturned
the rule. That opened the door for caregivers to claim an unlimited number of patients
for whom they were providing and growing marijuana. Although this decision
expanded the parameters, very few initially began operating medical marijuana
commercial operations (dispensaries) in fear of prosecution, particularly from the
federal government.
The judge’s ruling, and caregivers expanding their patient base, created significant
problems for local prosecutors seeking a conviction for marijuana distribution by
caregivers. Many jurisdictions ceased or limited filing those types of cases.
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Medical Marijuana Commercialization and Expansion 2009 – Present
The dynamics surrounding medical marijuana in Colorado began to change
substantially after the Denver judge’s ruling in late 2007, as well as several incidents
beginning in early 2009. All of these combined factors played a role in the explosion of
the medical marijuana industry and number of patients:
At a press conference in Santa Ana, California on February 25, 2009, U.S. Attorney
General Eric Holder was asked whether raids in California on medical marijuana
dispensaries would continue. He responded “No” and referenced the President’s
campaign promise related to medical marijuana. In mid-March 2009, the U.S. Attorney
General clarified the position saying that the Department of Justice enforcement policy
would be restricted to traffickers who falsely masqueraded as medical dispensaries and
used medical marijuana laws as a shield.
Beginning in the spring of 2009, Colorado experienced an explosion to over 20,000
new medical marijuana patient applications and the emergence of over 250 medical
marijuana dispensaries (allowed to operate as “caregivers”). One dispensary owner
claimed to be a primary caregiver to 1,200 patients. Government took little or no action
against these commercial operations.
In July 2009, the Colorado Board of Health, after public hearings, voted to keep the
judge’s ruling of not limiting the number of patients a single caregiver could have.
They also voted to change the definition of a caregiver to a person that only had to
provide medicine to patients, nothing more.
On October 19, 2009, U.S. Deputy Attorney General David Ogden provided
guidelines for U.S. Attorneys in states that enacted medical marijuana laws. The memo
advised to “Not focus federal resources in your state on individuals whose actions are
in clear and unambiguous compliance with existing state law providing for the medical
use of marijuana.”
By the end of 2009, new patient applications jumped from around 6,000 for the first
seven years to an additional 38,000 in just one year. Actual cardholders went from 4,800
in 2008 to 41,000 in 2009. By mid-2010, there were over 900 unlicensed marijuana
dispensaries identified by law enforcement.
In 2010, law enforcement sought legislation to ban dispensaries and reinstate the
one-to-five ratio of caregiver to patient as the model. However, in 2010 the Colorado
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Legislature passed HB-1284 which legalized medical marijuana centers (dispensaries),
marijuana cultivation operations, and manufacturers for marijuana edible products. By
2012, there were 532 licensed dispensaries in Colorado and over 108,000 registered
patients, 94 percent of which qualified for a card because of severe pain.
Recreational Marijuana 2013 – Present
In November of 2012, Colorado voters passed Amendment 64 which legalized
marijuana for recreational use. Amendment 64 allows individuals 21 years or older to
grow up to six plants, possess/use 1 ounce or less, and furnish an ounce or less of
marijuana if not for the purpose of remuneration. Amendment 64 permits marijuana
retail stores, marijuana cultivation sites, marijuana edible manufacturers and marijuana
testing sites. The first retail marijuana businesses were licensed and operational in
January of 2014. Some individuals have established private cannabis clubs, formed co-
ops for large marijuana grow operations, and/or supplied marijuana for no fee other
than donations.
What has been the impact of commercialized medical marijuana and legalized
recreational marijuana on Colorado? Review the report and you decide.
NOTES:
DATA, IF AVAILABLE, WILL COMPARE PRE- AND POST-2009 WHEN MEDICAL MARIJUANA
BECAME COMMERCIALIZED AND AFTER 2013 WHEN RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA BECAME
LEGALIZED.
MULTI-YEAR COMPARISONS ARE GENERALLY BETTER INDICATORS OF TRENDS. ONE-YEAR
FLUCTUATIONS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT A NEW TREND.
PERCENTAGE COMPARISONS MAY BE ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST WHOLE NUMBER.
PERCENT CHANGES ADDED TO GRAPHS WERE CALCULATED AND ADDED BY ROCKY
MOUNTAIN HIDTA.
THIS REPORT WILL CITE DATASETS WITH TERMS SUCH AS “MARIJUANA-RELATED” OR “TESTED
POSITIVE FOR MARIJUANA.” THAT DOES NOT NECESSARILY PROVE THAT MARIJUANA WAS
THE CAUSE OF THE INCIDENT.
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SECTION 1: Impaired Driving
and Fatalities
Some Findings
Marijuana-related traffic deaths when a driver tested positive for marijuana more
than doubled from 55 deaths in 2013 to 123 deaths in 2016.
Marijuana-related traffic deaths increased 66 percent in the four-year average
(2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
o During the same time period, all traffic deaths increased 16 percent.
In 2009, Colorado marijuana-related traffic deaths involving drivers testing
positive for marijuana represented 9 percent of all traffic deaths. By 2016, that
number has more than doubled to 20 percent.
Consistent with the past, in 2016, less than half of drivers (44 percent) or
operators (48 percent) involved in traffic deaths were tested for drug
impairment.
The number of toxicology screens positive for marijuana (primarily DUID)
increased 63 percent in the four-year average (2013-2016) since Colorado
legalized recreational marijuana compared to the four-year average (2009-2012)
prior to legalization.
The 2016 Colorado State Patrol DUID Program data includes:
o 76 percent (767) of the 1004 DUIDs involved marijuana.
o 38 percent (385) of the 1004 DUIDs involved marijuana only.
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Differences in Data Citations
The Denver Post article “Exclusive: Traffic fatalities linked to marijuana are up
sharply in Colorado. Is legalization to blame?” cited the number of drivers identified in
fatal crashes who tested positive for marijuana. There were 47 positive drivers in 2013
and 115 positive drivers in 2016, which represents a 145 percent increase.
RMHIDTA cites the number of fatalities when a driver tested positive for
marijuana. There were 55 fatalities in 2014 and 123 fatalities in 2016 when a driver was
positive for marijuana, which represents a 124 percent increase.
There have been some fatality numbers for “cannabinoid positive drivers” cited
that use slightly higher figures than those used by RMHIDTA. After careful analysis of
complete data obtained from CDOT, RMHIDTA is confident the numbers cited in this
report are accurate.
Definitions by Rocky Mountain HIDTA
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUID): DUID could include alcohol in
combination with drugs. This is an important measurement since the driver’s ability to
operate a vehicle was sufficiently impaired that it brought his or her driving to the
attention of law enforcement. The erratic driving and the subsequent evidence that the
subject was under the influence of marijuana helps confirm the causation factor.
Marijuana-Related: Also called “marijuana mentions,” is any time marijuana shows up
in the toxicology report. It could be marijuana only or marijuana with other drugs
and/or alcohol.
Marijuana Only: When toxicology results show marijuana and no other drugs or
alcohol.
Fatalities: Any death resulting from a traffic crash involving a motor vehicle.
Operators: Anyone in control of their own movements such as a driver, pedestrian or
bicyclist.
Drivers: An occupant who is in physical control of a transport vehicle. For an out-of-
control vehicle, an occupant who was in control until control was lost.
Personal Conveyance: Non-motorized transport devices such as skateboards,
wheelchairs (including motorized wheelchairs), tricycles, foot scooters, and Segways.
These are more or less non-street legal transport devices.
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Data for Traffic Deaths
NOTE:
THE DATA FOR 2012 THROUGH 2015 WAS OBTAINED FROM THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (CDOT). CDOT AND RMHIDTA CONTACTED CORONER OFFICES AND
LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES INVESTIGATING FATALITIES TO OBTAIN TOXICOLOGY
REPORTS. THIS REPRESENTS 100 PERCENT REPORTING. PRIOR YEAR(S) MAY HAVE HAD LESS
THAN 100 PERCENT REPORTING TO THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
AND SUBSEQUENTLY THE FATALITY ANALYSIS REPORTING SYSTEM (FARS). ANALYSIS OF
DATA WAS CONDUCTED BY ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA.
2016 FARS DATA WILL NOT BE OFFICIAL UNTIL JANUARY 2018.
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS)
and Colorado Department of Transportation
In 2016 there were a total of 608 traffic deaths of which:
o 390 were drivers
o 116 were passengers
o 79 were pedestrians
o 16 were bicyclists
o 5 were in personal conveyance
o 2 had an unknown position in the vehicle
535 554 548
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Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana
When a DRIVER Tested Positive for Marijuana
Crash Year Total Statewide
Fatalities
Fatalities with
Drivers Testing Positive
for Marijuana
Percentage Total
Fatalities
2006 535 33 6.17%
2007 554 32 5.78%
2008 548 36 6.57%
2009 465 41 8.82%
2010 450 46 10.22%
2011 447 58 12.98%
2012 472 65 13.77%
2013 481 55 11.43%
2014 488 75 15.37%
2015 547 98 17.92%
2016 608 123 20.23%
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
In 2016 there were a total of 123 marijuana-related traffic deaths when a driver
tested positive for marijuana. Of which:
o 100 were drivers
o 19 were passengers
o 2 were pedestrians
o 2 were bicyclists
“In 2016, of the 115 drivers in fatal wrecks who tested positive for marijuana
use, 71 were found to have Delta 9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the
psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, in their blood, indicating use within
hours, according to state data. Of those, 63 percent were over 5 nanograms per
milliliter, the state’s limit for driving.” 1
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SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
33 32 36 41 46
58
65
55
75
98
123
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Number of DeathsTraffic Deaths Related to Marijuana when a
Driver Tested Positive for Marijuana
Legalization
Commercialization
6.17%5.78%6.57%
8.82%
10.22%
12.98%13.77%
11.43%
15.37%
17.92%
20.23%
0.00%
5.00%
10.00%
15.00%
20.00%
25.00%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Percent of DeathsPercent of All Traffic Deaths that were
Marijuana-Related when a
Driver Tested Positive for Marijuana
Legalization
Commercialization
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SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
0
20
40
60
80
100
2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2016
Legalization
34
53
88
Average NumberAverage Number of Traffic Deaths
Related to Marijuana when a
Driver Tested Positive for Marijuana
36%
36%
21%
7%
Marijuana Only
Marijuana and Alcohol
Marijuana and Other Drugs
(No Alcohol)
Marijuana, Other Drugs and
Alcohol
*Toxicology results for all substances present in individuals who tested positive for marijuana
Drug Combinations for
Drivers who Tested Positive for Marijuana*, 2016
56% Increase 66% Increase
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Traffic Deaths Related to Marijuana*
When an OPERATOR Tested Positive for Marijuana
Crash Year Total Statewide
Fatalities
Fatalities with
Operators Testing
Positive for Marijuana
Percent of Total
Fatalities
2006 535 37 6.92%
2007 554 39 7.04%
2008 548 43 7.85%
2009 465 47 10.10%
2010 450 49 10.89%
2011 447 63 14.09%
2012 472 78 16.53%
2013 481 71 14.76%
2014 488 94 19.26%
2015 547 115 21.02%
2016 608 147 24.18%
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
In 2016 there were a total of 147 marijuana-related traffic deaths of which:
o 100 were drivers
o 19 were passengers
o 21 were pedestrians
o 7 were bicyclists
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SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
37 39 43 47 49
63
78 71
94
115
147
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Number of DeathsTraffic Deaths Related to Marijuana when an
Operator Tested Positive for Marijuana
Commercialization
Legalization
6.92%7.04%7.85%
10.10%10.89%
14.09%
16.53%
14.76%
19.26%
21.02%
24.18%
0.00%
5.00%
10.00%
15.00%
20.00%
25.00%
30.00%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Percent of DeathsPercent of All Traffic Deaths that were
Marijuana-Related when an
Operator Tested Positive for Marijuana
Commercialization
Legalization
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SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
SOURCE: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS),
2006-2011 and Colorado Department of Transportation 2012-2016
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2016
Legalization
40
59
107
Average NumberAverage Number of Traffic Deaths
Related to Marijuana when an
Operator Tested Positive for Marijuana
48% Increase 81% Increase
35%
35%
23%
7%
Marijuana Only
Marijuana and Alcohol
Marijuana and Other Drugs
(No Alcohol)
Marijuana, Other Drugs and
Alcohol
*Toxicology results for all substances present in individuals who tested positive for marijuana
Drug Combinations for
Operators who Tested Positive for Marijuana*, 2016
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Data for Impaired Driving
NOTE: IF SOMEONE IS DRIVING INTOXICATED FROM ALCOHOL AND UNDER THE INFLUENCE
OF ANY OTHER DRUG (INCLUDING MARIJUANA), ALCOHOL IS ALMOST ALWAYS THE
ONLY INTOXICANT TESTED FOR. WHETHER OR NOT HE OR SHE IS POSITIVE FOR OTHER
DRUGS WILL REMAIN UNKNOWN BECAUSE OTHER DRUGS ARE NOT OFTEN TESTED.
SOURCE: Colorado Bureau of Investigation and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
The above graph is Rocky Mountain HIDTA’s conversion of the following
ChemaTox data as well as data from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation’s
state laboratory.
NOTE: THE ABOVE GRAPHS INCLUDE DATA FROM CHEMATOX LABORATORY WHICH WAS
MERGED WITH DATA SUPPLIED BY COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND
ENVIRONMENT - TOXICOLOGY LABORATORY. THE VAST MAJORITY OF THE SCREENS
ARE DUID SUBMISSIONS FROM COLORADO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
NOTE: COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT DISCONTINUED
TESTING IN JULY 2013. THE COLORADO BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION BEGAN TESTING
ON JULY 1, 2015.
0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
787
1,629
2,352 2,430 2,513
2,853
2,392
2,034
522 1,395
Number of Positive ScreensNumber of Positive Cannabinoid Screens
CDPHE and ChemaTox*ChemaTox CBI**
*Data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment was merged with ChemaTox data from 2009 to
2013. CDPHE discontinued testing in July 2013.
**The Colorado Bureau of Investigation began toxicology operations in July 1, 2015 .
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ChemaTox and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(Data Combined 2009-2013)
SOURCE: Sarah Urfer, M.S., D-ABFT-FT; ChemaTox Laboratory
ChemaTox Data Only (2013-August 2017)
SOURCE: Sarah Urfer, M.D., D-ABFT-FT, ChemaTox Laboratory
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SOURCE: Colorado State Patrol, CSP Citations for Drug Impairment by Drug Type
In 2016, 76 percent of total DUIDs involved marijuana and 38 percent of total
DUIDs involved marijuana only
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
Marijuana Only Involving Marijuna All DUIDs
354
674
874
333
641
842
385
767
1004
Number of DUIDsColorado State Patrol
Number of Drivers Under the Influence of
Drugs (DUIDs)
2014 2015 2016
*Driving Under
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SOURCE: Colorado State Patrol, CSP Citations for Drug Impairment by Drug Type
In 2016, Colorado State Patrol made about 300 fewer DUI and DUID cases than
in 2015.
However, marijuana made up 17 percent of the total in 2016
compared to 13 percent of the total in 2015 and 12 percent of the total
in 2014.
NOTE: “MARIJUANA CITATIONS DEFINED AS ANY CITATION WHERE CONTACT WAS CITED FOR
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) OR DRIVING WHILE ABILITY IMPAIRED
(DWAI) AND MARIJUANA INFORMATION WAS FILLED OUT ON TRAFFIC STOP FORM
INDICATING MARIJUANA & ALCOHOL, MARIJUANA & OTHER CONTROLLED
SUBSTANCES, OR MARIJUANA ONLY PRESENT BASED ON OFFICER OPINION ONLY (NO
TOXICOLOGICAL CONFIRMATION).” - COLORADO STATE PATROL
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
18.0%
2014 2015 2016
12.2%
13.4%
17.2%PercentMarijuana as a Percent of
All DUI and DUIDs*
28% Increase10% Increase
*Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
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SOURCE: Denver Police Department, Traffic Operations Bureau via Data Analysis Unit
SOURCE: Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Records Section
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
2013 2014 2015 2016
37%
55%
49%
52%Percentage of DUIDsDenver Police Department
Percent of DUIDs Involving Marijuana
50%
52%
54%
56%
58%
60%
62%
64%
2013 2014 2015 2016
55%
60%
63%
57%Percent PositiveLarimer County Sheriff's Office
Percent of DUIDs Involving Marijuana
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
Per CDOT, the total number of traffic accidents in Colorado for 2016 was not
available at the time of this report’s publication.
NOTE: ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA HAS BEEN ASKED ABOUT THE TOTAL NUMBER OF
TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS SEEN IN COLORADO SINCE LEGALIZATION AND IS,
THEREFORE, PROVIDING THE DATA. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA IS NOT
EQUATING ALL TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS WITH MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION.
Related Costs
Economic Cost of Vehicle Accidents Resulting in Fatalities: According to the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration report, The Economic and Societal Impact of Motor
Vehicles Crashes, 2010, the total economic costs for a vehicle fatality is $1,398,916. That
includes property damage, medical, insurance, productivity, among other
considerations. 2
Cost of Driving Under the Influence: The cost associated with the first driving-under-
the-influence (DUI) offense is estimated at $10,270. Costs associated with a DUID
(driving-under-the-influence-of-drugs) are very similar to those of a DUI/alcohol. 3
124,846
117,228
111,899
104,748
101,627
99,011
100,994
100,832
107,604
115,455
120,700
0
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015Number of Accidents Total Number of Traffic Accidents
in Colorado
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Case Examples
Traffic Fatalities Linked to Marijuana are up Sharply in Colorado: Since the
legalization of recreational marijuana, the number of fatal accidents involving drivers
who tested positive for marijuana has “increased at a quicker rate than the increase of
pot usage in Colorado since 2013.” Many family members and loved ones of victims
involved in these fatal accidents are speaking out about the inability for authorities to
properly test for impairment.
“‘I never understood how we’d pass a law without first understanding
the impact better,’ said Barbara Deckert, whose fiancée, Ron Edwards,
was killed in 2015 in a collision with a driver who tested positive for
marijuana use below the legal limit and charged only with careless
driving. ‘How do we let that happen without having our ducks in a
row? And people are dying.’”
On January 13, 2016 just past 2 a.m., “Cody Gray, 19, and his running
buddy, Jordan Aerts, 18, were joyriding around north Denver in a car
they had stolen a few hours earlier. Ripping south along Franklin
Street, where it curves hard to the right onto National Western Drive,
Gray lost control, drove through a fence and went straight onto the
bordering railroad tracks. The car rolled and Gray was ejected. Both
died.” Corina Triffet, mother of Cody Gray, did not know that an
autopsy done revealed that her son had 10ng/mL , twice the legal limit,
of THC in his system when he died, until the Denver Post contacted
her. “There’s just no limit on what they can take, whether it’s smoking
it or edibles,” said Triffet and “I just can’t imagine people are getting
out there to drive when they’re on it. But my son apparently did, and
there it is.”
Too little is understood about how marijuana impairs a person’s ability to operate a
vehicle. Due to this lack of understanding the Denver Post stated, “Even coroners who
occasionally test for the drug bicker over whether to include pot on a driver’s death
certificate.”
“’No one’s really sure of the broad impact because not all the drivers are
tested, yet people are dying,’ said Montrose County Coroner Dr. Thomas
Canfield. ‘It’s this false science that marijuana is harmless, … but it’s not,
particularly when you know what it does to your time and depth perception,
and the ability to understand and be attentive to what’s around you.’”
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Colorado now mandates that traffic fatalities within the state be analyzed to see
what role drugs played in the crashes. State police are re-analyzing samples from
suspected drunk drivers in 2015 and a Denver Post source stated, “more than three in
five also tested positive for active THC.” However, testing remains expensive and most
departments will stop testing when a driver tests positive for alcohol impairment. 1
20-Year-Old Colorado Man Kills 8-Year-Old Girl While Driving High: A former star
athlete at Mead High School accused of fatally running over an 8-year-old Longmont
girl on her bike told police he thought he'd hit the curb — until he saw the girl's
stepfather waving at him, according to an arrest affidavit released July 29, 2016.
Kyle Kenneth Couch, 20, turned right on a red light at the same time Peyton
Knowlton rolled into the crosswalk on May 20, 2016. The girl was crushed by the rear
right tire of the Ford F-250 pickup, and died from her injuries. Couch, of Longmont,
surrendered to police Friday on an arrest warrant that included charges of vehicular
homicide and driving under the influence of drugs. One blood sample collected more
than two hours after the collision tested positive for cannabinoids, finding 1.5
nanograms of THC per milliliter of blood. That's below Colorado's legal limit of 5
nanograms per milliliter. But Deputy Police Chief Jeff Satur said the law allows the
DUI charge when those test results are combined with officer observations of impaired
behavior and marijuana evidence found inside Couch's pickup.
The presumptive sentencing range for vehicular homicide, a Class 3 felony, is four to
12 years in prison.
Couch attends Colorado Mesa University where, in 2015, he appeared in six games
as a linebacker as a red shirt freshman for the football team. In 2013, Couch became the
first athlete from Mead High School to win a state title when he captured the Class 4A
wrestling championship at 182 pounds. He was named the Times-Call's Wrestler of the
Year that season and was able to defend his crown a year later, winning the 4A title at
195 pounds to cap his senior season with a 49-1 record.
Couch, now 20, has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular homicide and driving
under the influence of marijuana in connection with the death of 8-year-old Peyton
Knowlton. 4
Valedictorian and Friends Die in Fatal Crash after Using Marijuana: An 18 year old
recent valedictorian of St. John’s Military School, Jacob Whitting, was driving his truck
with his friends when he “lost control and ran off the road, rolling down an
embankment and into a creek.” Whitting, along with 2 of the 3 other passengers, ages 16
and 19, died in the crash. According to the toxicology report, all three deceased
teenagers had taken Xanax and marijuana. Whitting’s toxicology “recorded THC levels
at higher than 5 nanograms or more of active THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) per
milliliter of blood, which under Colorado law is considered impaired while driving.” 5
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Man Killed, Woman and Two Children Injured after Vehicle Careens off I-76:
Anthony Griego, 28, “was driving very aggressively and speeding, and had been trying
to pass a semi-truck using the shoulder when he lost control,” according to Colorado
State Patrol, just before 7 a.m. on December 27, 2016. “Troopers say Griego lost control,
blew thought a guardrail, went airborne and flipped the truck nearly 20 feet down onto
the road below.” Both Griego and the adult female passenger were not wearing
seatbelts and were ejected from the vehicle. Griego died at the scene. The female
passenger suffered a shattered pelvis, broke her spine in three places, and was in a
coma. The two children passengers, 7 year-old Jazlynn, had a punctured lung and, 6
year-old Alexis, had a fractured skull and broken collar bone. An autopsy of Griego
showed he had 19ng/mL of THC in his system at the time of the crash. That is nearly 4
times the legal limit. 6, 7
“I fell asleep” Boulder Teen Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Homicide: Quinn Hefferan
faces up to two years in the Colorado Department of Youth Corrections for killing Stacy
Reynolds (30) and Joe Ramas (39) on May 7th 2016. Hefferan, who was 17 years old at
the time of the accident, told the judge he “had split a joint with his friends” and fell
asleep at the wheel while trying to make his midnight curfew. Hefferan rear ended the
couple “at speeds upwards of 45 miles per hour... police did not find any evidence the
teen driver tried to brake before the crash.” According to the toxicology report, he had 4
times the legal limit of THC in his system. Cassie Drew, a friend of the couple says,
“It’s not about resentment or getting back, or feeling angry. [Hefferan’s] life is forever
changed and we recognize that, we recognize how much this will impact him and his
family.” 8, 9
Middle School Counselor Killed by High Driver as She Helped Fellow Motorist:
On July 10, 2016, a counselor at Wolf Point Middle School, in Montana, was hit by a car
and killed by an impaired driver in Colorado as she stopped to help another driver.
The Jefferson County coroner in Colorado identified the woman as Jana Elliott, 56. She
died of multiple blunt force trauma injuries. Elliott is identified as a counselor for the
sixth grade in Montana.
The driver who hit Elliott, identified as Curtis Blodgett, 24, is being charged with
vehicular homicide for allegedly smoking marijuana prior to the crash, according to The
Denver Post. Blodgett allegedly admitted he had smoked marijuana that day.
Detectives are working to determine whether Blodgett was legally impaired at the time
of the crash. “How much he had in his system and what he had in his system will
determine whether additional charges could be filed,” Lakewood Police Spokesman
Steve Davis told The Post (subsequent testing revealed Blodgett had 4.8 ng/mL of THC
in his system).
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According to the Lakewood Police Department Traffic Unit, Elliott was driving on
US Highway 6 when a vehicle traveling in the left lane lost the bicycle it was carrying
on its top. The driver of the vehicle stopped to retrieve the bike and Elliott stopped
along the shoulder as well to help. After they retrieved the bicycle and were preparing
to drive away, another vehicle rear ended Elliott’s vehicle at a speed of 65 mph. Elliott
was killed in the crash. 10
Suspected DUI Driver Runs A Red Light: On August 30th, 2017, at around 5:30 a.m. a
driver in a Toyota 4Runner ran a red light and crashed into a public transit bus. Two
people were injured in the crash. Police investigating the crash found “marijuana in the
4Runner and the crash is being investigated as a possible DUI for alcohol and
marijuana.” The typically busy intersection in Wheat Ridge, CO had to be closed down
for several hours during rush hour. 11
For Further Information on Impaired Driving See Page 147
Sources
1 David Migoya, “Exclusive: Traffic fatalities linked to marijuana are up sharply
in Colorado. Is legalization to blame?” The Denver Post, August 25th, 2017,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2017/08/25/colorado-marijuana-traffic-fatalities/>,
accessed August 25th, 2017.
2 National Center for Statistics and Analysis, “The Economic and Societal Impact
Of Motor Vehicle Crashes,” National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
Washington, DC, revised May 2015,
<https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/812013>, accessed August
31st, 2017.
3 Cost of a DUI brochure,
<https://www.codot.gov/library/brochures/COSTDUI09.pdf/view>, accessed February
19, 2015.
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4 Amelia Arvesen, Times-Call, July 29, 2016, “Driver accused of killing Longmont
girl riding bike thought he’d hit curb,”
<http://www.timescall.com/news/crime/ci_30185142/driver-accused-killing-longmont-
girl-bike-thought-hed,” accessed July 29, 2016.
5 Yesenia Robles, “Autopsy shows teens in fatal Conifer crash had traces of
Xanax and marijuana in their system,” The Denver Post, July 7th 2016,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2016/07/07/teens-conifer-crash-traces-drugs-thc/>,
accessed August 28th, 2017.
6 Allison Sylte, “Man killed, woman and two children injured after vehicle
careens off I-76,” 9NEWS, December 27, 2016, <http://www.9news.com/traffic/man-
killed-woman-and-two-children-injured-after-vehicle-careens-off-i-76/379100251>,
accessed September 25, 2017.
7 Macradee Aegerter, “CSP: Driver who went off elevated section of I-76 may
have been high,” FOX31 Denver, December 28, 2016, <http://kdvr.com/2016/12/28/csp-
marijuana-may-have-been-contributing-factor-in-deadly-crash/>, accessed September
25, 2017.
8 Michell Byars, “’I fell asleep’: Boulder teen pleads guilty to vehicular homicide,
DUI in crash that killed 2,” The Daily Camera, December 16th, 2016,
<http://www.dailycamera.com/news/boulder/ci_30665690/quinn-hefferan-boulder-fatal-
crash-dui>, accessed August 23, 2017.
9 Lauren DiSpirito, “Teen Accused Of Being Stoned In Crash That Killed Boulder
Couple,” CBS Denver, June 11th 2016, <http://Denver.cbslocal.com/2016/06/11/stacey-
reynolds-joe-rama-fatal-crash/>, accessed August 23rd, 2017.
10 Aja Goare, “Wolf Point school counselor killed by car while helping other
driver in Colorado,” KTVS.com, July 13, 2016,
<http://www.ktvq.com/story/32440083/wolf-point-school-counselor-killed-by-car-while-
helping-other-driver-in-colorado>, accessed July 13, 2016.
11 Chuck Hickey, “Police: Suspected DUI driver runs red light, crashed
into RTD bus in Wheat Ridge,” Fox 31 Denver, August 30th 2017,
<http://kdvr.com/2017/08/30/rtd-bus-3-vehicles-involved-in-wheat-ridge-crash/>,
accessed August 30th, 2017.
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SECTION 2: Youth Marijuana
Use
Some Findings
Youth past month marijuana use increased 12 percent in the three-year average
(2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado youth ranked #1 in the nation for past
month marijuana use, up from #4 in 2011/2012 and #14 in 2005/2006.
Colorado youth past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 55 percent higher
than the national average compared to 39 percent higher in 2011/2012.
The top ten states with the highest rate of current marijuana youth use were all
medical marijuana states, whereas the bottom ten were all non-medical-
marijuana states.
Surveys NOT Utilized
Rocky Mountain HIDTA did not use the following datasets in this report
because of the following reasons:
Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS)
The HKCS shows a 7.6 percent increase in student marijuana use from 2013 (19.7
percent) to 2015 (21.2 percent). According to a front page article in The Denver Post
(June 21, 2016), the increase was not statistically significant and thus “Pot use among
Colorado teens flat.” In fact, The Denver Post released an editorial on June 22, 2016 titled
“Colorado’s good news on teen pot use.” An analysis of the data paints a different
picture of student marijuana use in Colorado.
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Some concerns with the HKCS include:
Jefferson County (the 2nd largest school district), Douglas County (the 3rd largest
school district), El Paso County (Colorado Springs, 2nd largest metro area), and
Weld County results were listed as N/A which means data not available due to
low participation in the region.
NOTE: This is a similar reason why HKCS results were considered unweighted by
the national YRBS survey.
In 2015 the HKCS survey had a response rate of 46 percent, which is well below
the 60 percent rate required by YRBS. Even though HKCS samples a large
number of students, their participation rate is below the industry standard for
weighted data.
From 2013 to 2015, marijuana use:
o High School – increased 14 percent among seniors and 19 percent among
juniors.
o Middle School – increased 96 percent for 7th Graders and 144 percent
among 6th Graders.
SOURCE: Colorado Department Public Health and Environment, Healthy Kids Colorado Survey
For a detailed analysis and additional data, go to www.rmhidta.org and click on the
Reports tab to read “Colorado Youth Marijuana Use: Up – Down – Flat? Examine the
Data and You Decide!”
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
30.0
6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th
0.9
4.5
8.7
13.7
19.0
22.1
24.3
2.2
8.8 8.8
12.4
18.8
26.3 27.8
Percent of PrevalenceHealthy Kids Colorado Survey:
Current Marijuana Use for High School and
Middle School Students in Colorado
2013 2015
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Monitoring the Future (MTF) Study
Although Colorado cited Monitoring the Future data in a response letter to Attorney
General Jeff Sessions, the study is designed to be nationally-representative and not
state-representative. MTF does not provide usable estimates for the specific state of
Colorado because of the state’s relatively small size. Colorado is only 1.6 percent of the
total U.S. population; thus, the sampling would only be 1.6 percent of Colorado schools
(400) or about 6 schools per year. Since 2010, the survey sampled an average of 4.6
Colorado schools. In 2014 and 2015, there were four schools surveyed each year of
which three were eighth grade. Therefore, the MTF study is not useful for state data
pertaining to Colorado for school-age drug use data and trends.
Centers for Disease Control Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)
In 2015, Colorado fell short of the required 60 percent participation rate and was,
therefore, not included with weighted data in this survey. Additionally, upon further
review, it was discovered that since 1991 the state of Colorado has only been
represented in the High School YRBS survey with weighted data four times. Since 1995,
Colorado has only been represented in the Middle School YRBS survey by weighted
data twice. States that participated in the 2015 Middle School and High School YRBS
surveys are represented in dark purple in the below maps. It should be noted, in 2015,
high schools in the following ten states were not included with weighted high school
data: Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, Iowa, Wisconsin, Ohio, and
New Jersey. Washington, Oregon, and Minnesota did not participate in the survey.
Centers for Disease Control Youth Risk Behavior Survey
2015 YRBS Participation Map
Middle Schools High Schools
SOURCE: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Adolescent and School Health, YRBS Participation
Maps and History http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/participation.htm
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Use Data
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
2010-2012
Pre-Recreational Legalization
2013-2015
Post-Recreational Legalization
10.60%
11.85%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use of Marijuana
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old
12% Increase
6.74 6.67 6.67 7.03 7.38 7.64 7.55 7.15 7.22 7.20
7.60 8.15
9.13
10.17 9.91
10.72 10.47 11.16
12.56
11.13
0.00
2.00
4.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
05/06 06/07 07/08 08/09 09/10 10/11 11/12 12/13 13/14 14/15Average PercentAnnual Averages of Data Collection
Past Month Marijuana Use
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old
National Average Colorado Average
Commercialization
Legalization
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health, Substate Region Estimates 2006-2014
NOTE: SUB-STATE DATA IS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM THE NATIONAL SURVEY ON DRUG
USE AND HEALTH IN THE ABOVE TIMEFRAMES.
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
United States Colorado Denver Metro6.72%8.75%9.57%7.19%10.05%10.54%7.48%10.06%10.99%7.22%11.74%12.38%Average PercentPrevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old
2006-2008 2008-2010 2010-2012 2012-2014
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
NOTE: *California, Massachusetts, Maine and Nevada voted to legalize recreational marijuana in
November 2016
**States that had legislation for medical marijuana signed into effect during 2015
0.00%2.00%4.00%6.00%8.00%10.00%12.00%
Utah
Alabama
Nebraska
Mississippi
Iowa
**Louisiana
Oklahoma
Virginia
Tennessee
North Carolina
**Ohio
West Virginia
Hawaii
**North Dakota
Minnesota
Kentucky
South Dakota
Kansas
**Arkansas
Idaho
Illinois
Missouri
South Carolina
Wyoming
**Florida
New Jersey
Texas
Georgia
**Pennsylvania
*Nevada
Delaware
New York
Wisconsin
Arizona
Michigan
Indiana
*California
Connecticut
New Mexico
Montana
Washington
Maryland
*Massachusetts
Oregon
New Hampshire
*Maine
Rhode Island
Alaska
Vermont
Colorado
Past Month Usage, 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015
As of 2015:
Legalized Recreational/Medical Marijuana
Legalized Medical Marijuana
Non-Legalized Medical Marijuana
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
Past Month Marijuana Use
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015
Top 10
(Medical/Recreational States)
Bottom 10
(Non-Medical or Recreational States)
National Average = 7.20%
1. Colorado – 11.13% 41. North Carolina – 5.97%
2. Vermont – 10.86% 42. Tennessee – 5.90 %
3. Alaska – 10.64% 43. Virginia – 5.44%
4. Rhode Island – 10.19% 44. Oklahoma – 5.42%
5. Maine – 10.01% 45. Louisiana – 5.33%
6. New Hampshire – 9.44% 46. Iowa – 5.30%
7. Oregon – 9.42% 47. Mississippi – 5.29%
8. Massachusetts – 9.22% 48. Nebraska – 5.26%
9. Maryland – 9.20% 49. Alabama – 5.16%
10. Washington – 9.17% 50. Utah – 4.54%
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
Non-Medical Marijuana
States
Medical Marijuana States Recreational/Medical
Marijuana States
6.19%
8.25%
10.09%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use
Youth Ages 12 to 17 Years Old, 2014/2015
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SOURCE: Division of Probation Services/State Court Administrator’s Office
0.00
5.00
10.00
15.00
20.00
25.00
30.00
35.00
40.00
45.00
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
22.24
24.90 25.26 26.15 26.59 28.31 28.37
31.91 33.77 34.40 34.83
Percent PositiveColorado Probation Percent of All
Urinalysis Tests Positive for Marijuana
Youth Ages 10 -17 Years Old
Commercialization Legalization
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School Data
Impact on School Violation Numbers
“Note that Senate Bill 12-046 and House Bill 12-1345 targeted reform of ‘zero
tolerance’ policies in schools, and appear to have decreased expulsions,
suspensions and referrals to law enforcement.” – Colorado Department of
Public Safety, Marijuana Legalization in Colorado: Early Findings, A Report
Pursuant to Senate Bill 13-283, March 2016
Data for the 2016-2017 school year were not available by the time of release for this
report.
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Education, 10-Year Trend Data: State Suspension and Expulsion
Incident Rates and Reasons
NOTE: THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION BEGAN COLLECTING MARIJUANA
VIOLATIONS SEPARATELY FROM ALL DRUG VIOLATIONS DURING THE 2015-2016
SCHOOL YEAR.
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Education, 10-Year Trend Data: State Suspension and Expulsion
Incident Rates and Reasons
In school year 2015/2016, 62 percent of all drug expulsions and suspensions
were for marijuana violations.
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Education, 10-Year Trend Data: State Suspension and Expulsion
Incident Rates and Reasons
In school year 2015/2016, 73 percent of all drug related referrals to law
enforcement were for marijuana violations.
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Education
NOTE: ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA HAS BEEN ASKED ABOUT THE NUMBER OF SCHOOL
DROPOUTS IN COLORADO NUMEROUS TIMES AND IS, THEREFORE, PROVIDING THE
DATA. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIDTA IS NOT ATTRIBUTING THE NUMBER OF
DROPOUTS TO MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION.
Colorado School Resource Officer Survey
In June 2017, 76 school resource officers (SRO) participated in a survey concerning
marijuana in schools. The majority were assigned to high schools and had a tenure of
three years or more as a SRO. They were asked for their professional opinion on a
number of questions. The questions and their responses are shown in the following
pages.
10,200
10,400
10,600
10,800
11,000
11,200
2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 2015-2016
10,664
10,546
11,114
10,530
Number of DropoutsNumber of Reported School Dropouts
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Question: Since the legalization of recreational marijuana, what impact has there
been on marijuana-related incidents at your school?
SOURCE: Colorado Association of School Resource Officers (CASRO) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
Question: What were the most predominant marijuana violations by students on
campus?
SOURCE: Colorado Association of School Resource Officers (CASRO) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
86%
4%
10%
Increase
Decrease
No Change
Impact on Marijuana-Related Incidents, 2017
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
45%
50%
Student sharing
marijuana with
other students
Student selling
marijuana to
other students
Student in
possession of
marijuana
infused edibles
Student in
possession of
marijuana
Student under
the influence
during school
hours
2%
5%6%
36%
44%Percent of SRO ResponsesPredominant Marijuana Violations, 2017
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Question: Where do the students get their marijuana?
SOURCE: Colorado Association of School Resource Officers (CASRO) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
School Counselor Survey
Since the 2015 survey, the Colorado School Counselor Association has elected
not to participate in any further surveys.
In August 2015, 188 school counselors participated in a survey concerning the
legalization of marijuana in schools. The majority were assigned to high schools with
an average tenure of ten years. They were asked for their professional opinion on a
number of question. The questions and their responses are shown in the following
pages.
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
45%
Medical
Marijuana
Cardholders
Medical
Marijuana
Dispensaries
Medical
Marijuana
Caregivers
Parents Black Market Friend Who
Obtained it
Legally
7%5%
2%
23%26%
39%Percent of SRO ResponsesStudent Marijuana Source, 2017
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Question: Since the legalization of recreational marijuana, what impact has there
been on marijuana-related incidents at your school?
SOURCE Colorado School Counselor Association (CSCA) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
Question: What were the most predominant marijuana violations by students on
campus?
SOURCE Colorado School Counselor Association (CSCA) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
68%2%
30%Increased
Decreased
No Change
Impact on Marijuana-Related Incidents,
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Student selling
marijuana to
other students
Student sharing
marijuana with
other students
Student in
possession of
marijuana
infused edibles
Student in
possession of
marijuana
Student under
the influence
during school
hours
5%6%
9%
30%
51%Percent of Counselor ResponsesPredominant Marijuana Violations, 2015
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Question: Where do the students get their marijuana?
SOURCE Colorado School Counselor Association (CSCA) and Rocky Mountain HIDTA
Case Examples
My son and his Marijuana: “It was February 6th at 3:15 a.m. when my oldest son woke
me and urgently whispered that his brother had just tried to take his own life. I
couldn’t comprehend that my second-born, a high achieving, gifted young man had just
attempted suicide by hanging. Thankfully, his brother discovered him and saved his life
before we lost him. It changed our family forever.
Later that morning after the assessment and intake procedure, the hospital social
worker explained that my son’s prescription for Adderall combined with his heavy
marijuana use had caused a psychotic break called marijuana induced psychosis. She
said this was quite common among young people today. I felt blindsided as I had no
idea my son was using marijuana.
Sadly, in-patient treatment was not successful, nor was out-patient treatment.
Our lives began to revolve around our son’s addiction and the never-ending
appointments, meetings, confrontations, stress, and bizarre drama that we never
Student Marijuana Source, 2015
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imagined we would experience. It was both frustrating and heartbreaking to listen as
my son frequently described his passionate commitment to marijuana and observe his
inability to see how negatively it impacted – even controlled him.
We learned we were not fighting a behavior but a mind-set that was cemented
into his belief system. Marijuana had become his life, his religion, and his identity. In
spite of a multitude of problems and ongoing depression that continue to prevent him
from living successfully, his belief that marijuana will solve all of his troubles remains
ingrained in him and leaves our family feeling fearful and often hopeless to help him.” 1
Teen Shot While Trying to Sell Marijuana: While attempting to sell marijuana to a car
filled with four other teenagers, an 18 year old in Greeley, Colorado was shot with a
handgun. The seller had been leaning into the car window when the occupants shot
him and quickly drove away. The wound sustained by the teenager was not life
threatening. 2
One Teen Wounded, Another Killed While Trying to Steal Marijuana: Shortly after 2
a.m. on Sunday, October 9th, 2016, Denver Police received a call from a 14-year-old boy
stating that he and his friend had been shot. Both boys had been trying to steal
marijuana plants from a backyard when the resident was alerted to their presence and
fired multiple shots at the boys. Both boys were struck as they were trying to escape the
backyard, the 14-year-old was wounded and the 15-year old boy was killed. The home
owner was arrested and held for investigation of murder, attempted murder and
investigation of felony marijuana cultivation. 3
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Some Comments from School Resource Officers
They End Up Sick:
o “A student came to after-prom after eating some marijuana edibles. She
later got very sick and was transported by ambulance to the hospital. She
later admitted to being given the edibles by another student.”
o “A student asked another to get them marijuana. Student brought some
edibles, later that week, and then the other student shared the edibles with
5 other people, who became sick. All students were disciplined. It is very
common for students to bring edibles and share with others, and they end
up sick from eating too much.”
o “8th grader brought marijuana brownies to school, gave them to friends
and then overdosed on them and ended up in the hospital.”
Organized and Well-planned Distribution:
o “Students sometimes put Marijuana in Cheetos bags and sell to each
other.”
o “Our agency just processed a 12 year old student for distribution of MJ.
The child admitted to stealing ‘unnoticeable’ amounts of MJ from several
different relatives, who purchased the recreational MJ legally, then sold it
to other students. The 12 year old suspect had also recruited other
students to sell the MJ. The crime was eventually reported by the sister of
one of the accomplices.”
o “Student, age 16 (10th grade) recently came with father from California
(father wanted to start a grow operation) frequently peddled marijuana on
and around campus. Eventually, school/police alerted that he was
packing a gun.”
o “Student has a medicinal marijuana card, became marijuana dealer to
fellow students, arrested and is being prosecuted for distribution.”
o “A student baked THC brownies and sold them at school (10-12 grades).
Students were charged [with distribution] of marijuana, it was organized
and well-planned in school distribution (9-11 grades).
Burglarized Dispensary: “Five male students were found on school grounds with an
overabundance of dabs and shatter that was still in the packaging from a dispensary
that had been burglarized the previous weekend by five masked individuals that were
caught on surveillance tape.”
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Student Commits Suicide: “Sophomore caught selling marijuana to students on
campus. He was distributing for another student. That student was obtaining high
quality marijuana on the black market. Original was charged and committed suicide 3
days later. Other subject made suicidal statements and received treatment.”
Fine for Their Kids to Use: “Multiple students at my ‘affluent’ middle school obtain
marijuana and use marijuana with their families who all seem to have their own
marijuana grows. Most of these parents think their ‘medicine’ is fine for their kids to
use.”
Social Media Delivery Service: “Students using social media to order up their
hash/marijuana/shatter and have it delivered to their local park or fast food joint. No
names exchanged and very difficult to prove a case. Was able to get a warrant on a
suspect with the help of MED (Marijuana Enforcement Division). “
Attempting to Official a Game: “Referee in possession and smelling like marijuana
while attempting to official a game.”
Leave Campus and Come Back High:
“Students will leave campus and smoke either in their home, parks, or cars
and come back after lunch. Adult dealers have trolled [the] parking lot for
students looking to buy marijuana. Lots of marijuana use at juvenile parties
on the weekend.”
“Most of our marijuana offenses in the schools are at the middle school and
high school level where students leave campus, get high and come back to
school. Some are caught with possession of marijuana and some are only
consuming.”
Young Students Stealing from Parents:
“Ten year old in possession and consuming in school using parents pot and
pipe”
“6th grader stealing and then bringing mom’s medical marijuana to school,
sharing with friends and smoking in bathrooms before school.”
“5th grader stealing recreational marijuana from parents and bringing it to
school, showing it to all his friends and then smoking it at school.”
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Some Comments from School Counselors
Halls Reek of Pot After Lunch:
“Many kids come back from lunch highly intoxicated from marijuana use. Halls
reek of pot, so many kids are high that it is impossible to apprehend all but the
most impaired.”
“They go off campus and smoke during lunch with friends. They will run home
with friends during lunch and smoke then.”
“There have been several instances of students in their cars on lunch or during
their off hours ‘hotboxing’ or smoking marijuana. Most students are seniors but
on occasion, seniors will provide marijuana to 9th or 10th grade students.”
“2014/2015 school year, several students caught coming back from off-campus
lunch under the influence of marijuana.”
“Had a student come back from lunch, teacher believed that they were high.
Student was escorted to the office, student admitted they were indeed high to the
administrator.”
“Students are often referred after lunch (open campus) after they have been
riding around smoking marijuana with their friends.”
“More and more students are coming back to school high after lunch.”
“In April 2015, students were going out for a break. 2-3 students smoked
marijuana about a block away from school. They smelled like pot when they got
back.”
Just a Plant: “In March of 2015 a fifth grade boy offered marijuana to another fifth
grader on the playground. In October of 2014 a kindergarten girl described the pipe in
her grandmother’s car and the store where you go to buy pipes. In May of 2015 a first
grade girl reported that her mom smokes weed in the garage. ‘It’s not a drug, it’s just a
plant.’”
Arrives at School Stoned:
“At the beginning of the second semester, three middle school boys were
routinely arriving late at school, and noticeable intoxicated.”
“We have middle school students who either come to school high, or have it on
them in a bag. Or they have pipes on them.”
“In May 2015, a teacher witnessed 2 seniors smoking marijuana while driving to
school. One student admitted to having done so; the other denied it.”
“Teaching a lesson in class during first period that started 7:30 AM and 2
students were already high in class.”
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“A male 13 y/o student fell asleep in several classes. He was interviewed by the
school counselor and the RSO (sic). He was assessed as being high and admitted
that he uses marijuana often before school. He steals it from his older brother.”
“12 yr. old, sixth grader, was suspected of coming to summer school high. When
confronted he told the teacher that he smoked it at home the night before but
denied being high at the time. Later, he confirmed that he had smoked early that
morning. The marijuana came from his mother’s stash.”
New Use of Bathrooms:
“2 students were smoking marijuana in the restroom last year.”
“8th grade male student had marijuana in his locker, classmates reported it. 8th
grade female student smoked a joint in a school bathroom during school hours.
Shared it with a friend.”
“7th grade girl last year had hidden marijuana and a pipe in the girl’s restroom
and told several friends who began getting bathroom break passes from various
classrooms. Security noted an increased traffic flow to and from that restroom
and found the weed and soon after the violators.”
It’s Legal:
“3 or 4 times in the last school year, students have come to school under the
influence after meeting at homes where parents were absent, sharing marijuana
off campus and then bringing it on campus. 7th and 8th grade students have been
involved, and most often their reaction when caught is ‘it’s legal’.”
“I met with at least 5 students last year alone that have been showing significant
signs of drug use or were caught and they all said they will not stop using weed
on a daily basis. Their justification was it’s fine because it’s legal. If it’s legal it’s
not as bad as what adults say about the risks.”
Grades Decline: “I would like to say that in general our Marijuana incidents have not
gone up. We have a savvy population that knows to keep it away from school.
However, I have seen a huge spike in talking with kids about it in my sessions. Last
year I had two very intelligent students (above 4.0) that used marijuana 2-6 times a
week. Both of them had grades decline and significant social emotional issues spike in
the spring of their Senior Year. They also both had violations at school.”
Dad Allows Pot Smoking: “We had reports of two students (brothers) appear to be
high at school. Our officer assessed both of them and discovered that their father, who
had a medical marijuana card, was having them both “smoke a bowl” before school.
He thought it would make their school day easier.”
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Parents High: “At our elementary school, we have noticed an increased number of
parents showing up to school high. Kids have also brought [marijuana] to school to
show their friends.”
Difficulty in Assessment: “For school personnel, it is more difficult to evaluate what
substance a student is under the influence of. We can smell alcohol and smoked
marijuana but the edibles and vapes are hard to detect.”
Drug Canine Use: “I would like to just offer that we need policy that allows for more
use of drug dogs and not having to forewarn students or parents when these dogs will
be present. Students and especially dealers, the ones we need to catch, are very vigilant
in making adjustments when these resources are used.”
For Further Information on Youth Marijuana Use See Page 151
Sources
1 Jo McGuire, “One Mom’s Story: Marijuana and My Kid,” Jo McGuire Inc., August
29th, 2017, < https://jomcguire.wordpress.com/>, accessed August 29th, 2017.
2 Nate Miller, “Sheriff’s office seeks public’s help to learn more about northeast
Greeley shooting,” The Tribune, May 16, 2017,
<http://www.greeleytribune.com/news/crime/sheriffs-office-seeks-publics-help-to-learn-
more-about-northeast-greeley-shooting/>, accessed September 12, 2017.
3 Kirk Mitchell, “Denver man arrested after allegedly shooting, killing teen in
marijuana-filled backyard,” Denver Post, October 10, 2016,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2016/10/10/marijuana-grow-house-slaying-denver-man-
arrested/>, accessed September 12, 2017.
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SECTION 3: Adult Marijuana
Use
Some Findings
College age past month marijuana use increased 16 percent in the three-year
average (2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to
the three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado college-age adults ranked #2 in the
nation for past-month marijuana use, up from #3 in 2011/2012 and #8 in
2005/2006.
Colorado college age past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 61 percent
higher than the national average compared to 42 percent higher in 2011/2012.
Adult past-month marijuana use increased 71 percent in the three-year average
(2013-2015) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
three-year average prior to legalization (2010-2012).
The latest 2014/2015 results show Colorado adults ranked #1 in the nation for
past month marijuana use, up from #7 in 2011/2012 and #8 in 2005/2006.
Colorado adult past month marijuana use for 2014/2015 was 124 percent higher
than the national average compared to 51 percent higher in 2011/2012.
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Use Data
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.00%
10.00%
20.00%
30.00%
40.00%
2010-2012
Pre-Recreational Legalization
2013-2015
Post-Recreational Legalization
27.04%
31.50%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use of Marijuana
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old
16% Increase
16.42 16.34 16.45 17.42 18.39 18.78 18.89 18.91 19.32 19.7
21.43 22.21 23.44 24.28 26.35 27.26 26.81 29.05 31.24 31.75
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
05/06 06/07 07/08 08/09 09/10 10/11 11/12 12/13 13/14 14/15Average PercentAnnual Averages of Data Collection
Past Month Marijuana Use
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old
National Average Colorado Average
Legalization
Commercialization
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health, Substate Region Estimates 2006-2014
NOTE: SUB-STATE DATA IS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM THE NATIONAL SURVEY ON DRUG
USE AND HEALTH IN THE ABOVE TIMEFRAMES.
0.00%
5.00%
10.00%
15.00%
20.00%
25.00%
30.00%
35.00%
United States Colorado Denver Metro16.42%21.87%24.38%17.71%25.38%26.12%18.71%27.22%30.88%19.13%29.86%31.98%Average PercentPrevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old
2006-2008 2008-2010 2010-2012 2012-2014
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2013 and 2014
NOTE: *California, Massachusetts, Maine and Nevada voted to legalize recreational marijuana in
November 2016
**States that had legislation for medical marijuana signed into effect during 2015
0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%25.00%30.00%35.00%40.00%
Utah
Iowa
Idaho
Mississippi
Alabama
**North Dakota
Oklahoma
Texas
Wyoming
Kansas
Tennessee
Hawaii
**Louisiana
Kentucky
Nebraska
**Arkansas
South Dakota
*Nevada
Wisconsin
Virginia
Georgia
West Virginia
Arizona
New Jersey
**Pennsylvania
North Carolina
Minnesota
Missouri
**Ohio
Illinois
*California
New Mexico
Indiana
**Florida
South Carolina
Delaware
Washington
New York
Michigan
Montana
Maryland
Connecticut
Alaska
Oregon
*Massachusetts
Rhode Island
New Hampshire
*Maine
Colorado
Vermont
As of 2015:
Legalized Recreational/Medical Marijuana
Legalized Medical Marijuana
Non-Legalized Medical Marijuana
Past Month Usage, 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
Past Month Marijuana Use
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015
Top 10
(Medical/Recreational States)
Bottom 10
(Non-Medical or Recreational States)
National Average = 19.99%
1. Vermont – 34.95% 41. Kansas – 15.73%
2. Colorado – 31.75% 42. Wyoming – 15.64%
3. Maine – 29.72% 43. Texas – 15.08%
4. New Hampshire – 29.12% 44. Oklahoma – 14.87 %
5. Rhode Island – 28.89% 45. North Dakota – 14.77%
6. Massachusetts – 27.39% 46. Alabama – 14.33%
7. Oregon – 26.29% 47. Mississippi – 13.91%
8. Alaska – 25.02% 48. Idaho – 13.69%
9. Connecticut – 24.99% 49. Iowa – 12.67%
10. Maryland – 24.87% 50. Utah – 11.07%
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.00%
5.00%
10.00%
15.00%
20.00%
25.00%
30.00%
Non-Medical
Marijuana States
Medical Marijuana
States
Recreational/Medical
Marijuana States
16.81%
23.19%
26.23%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use
College Age 18 to 25 Years Old, 2014/2015
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Adults Age 26+ Years Old
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
2010-2012
Pre-Recreational Legalization
2013-2015
Post-Recreational Legalization
7.91%
13.55%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use of Marijuana
Adults Ages 26+ Years Old
71% Increase
4.1 4.02 4.06 4.42 4.68 4.8 5.05 5.45 6.11 6.55
5.32 5.88 6.88 7.31
8.86 8.19 7.63
10.13
12.45
14.65
0.00
2.00
4.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
18.00
20.00
05/06 06/07 07/08 08/09 09/10 10/11 11/12 12/13 13/14 14/15Average PercentAnnual Averages of Data Collection
Past Month Marijuana Use
Adults Age 26+ Years Old
National Average Colorado Average
Legalization
Commercialization
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health, Substate Region Estimates 2006-2014
NOTE: SUB-STATE DATA IS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM THE NATIONAL SURVEY ON DRUG
USE AND HEALTH IN THE ABOVE TIMEFRAMES.
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
United States Colorado Denver Metro4.12%6.29%7.33%4.58%8.91%10.19%4.92%9.22%10.93%5.83%11.60%12.33%Average PercentPrevalence of Past 30-Day Marijuana Use
Adults Age 26+ Years Old
2006-2008 2008-2010 2010-2012 2012-2014
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
NOTE: *California, Massachusetts, Maine and Nevada voted to legalize recreational marijuana in
November 2016
**States that had legislation for medical marijuana signed into effect during 2015
0.00%2.00%4.00%6.00%8.00%10.00%12.00%14.00%16.00%
Iowa
Utah
Mississippi
Alabama
**North Dakota
Texas
Nebraska
Wyoming
**Louisiana
Tennessee
Oklahoma
Virginia
Wisconsin
Idaho
West Virginia
South Dakota
New Jersey
North Carolina
Kentucky
**Arkansas
Kansas
Minnesota
**Ohio
Georgia
**Florida
Delaware
**Pennsylvania
Illinois
South Carolina
Missouri
*Nevada
Indiana
Arizona
Hawaii
Maryland
Connecticut
New York
*California
Michigan
New Mexico
*Massachusetts
Montana
New Hampshire
Washington
Rhode Island
Oregon
Vermont
*Maine
Alaska
Colorado
Past Month Usage, 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015
As of 2015:
Legalized Recreational/Medical Marijuana
Legalized Medical Marijuana
Non-Legalized Medical Marijuana
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SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
Past Month Marijuana Use
Adults Ages 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015
Top 10
(Medical/Recreational States)
Bottom 10
(Non-Medical or Recreational States)
National Average = 6.76%
1. Colorado – 14.65% 41. Tennessee – 4.81%
2. Alaska – 12.83% 42. Louisiana – 4.71%
3. Maine – 11.84% 43. Wyoming – 4.71%
4. Vermont – 11.61% 44. Nebraska – 4.53%
5. Oregon – 10.99% 45. Texas – 4.32%
6. Rhode Island – 10.39% 46. North Dakota – 3.93%
7. Washington – 9.74% 47. Alabama – 3.86%
8. New Hampshire – 9.65% 48. Mississippi – 3.81%
9. Montana – 9.41% 49. Utah – 3.75%
10. Massachusetts – 9.21% 50. Iowa – 3.30%
SOURCE: SAMHSA.gov, National Survey on Drug Use and Health 2014 and 2015
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
Non-Medical Marijuana
States
Medical Marijuana States Recreational/Medical
Marijuana States
5.10%
8.01%
12.05%Average PercentAverage Past Month Use
Adults Ages 26+ Years Old, 2014/2015
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Colorado Adult Marijuana Use Demographics1
According to the Colorado Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2016:
13.6 percent of adults (18+ years old) are current users of marijuana
o Nearly half of current users (47 percent) report using marijuana daily
1 out of 5 current users (20 percent) report driving after using marijuana
Top demographics of those who report current marijuana use:
o Between 18 to 25 years old
Next highest are those 26 to 34 years old
o Black, Non- Hispanic individuals
Next highest are Multiracial (Non-Hispanic) individuals
o Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual adults
o Males
The Southwest region of Colorado reports the highest current marijuana use
o The Southeast and Northwest regions are tied for second highest
NOTE: THE BEHAVIORAL RISK FACTOR SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM (BRFSS) COLLECTS DATA
ON ADULT, INDIVIDUAL-LEVEL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RISK FACTORS. QUESTIONS
SPECIFICALLY REGARDING MARIJUANA USE WERE NOT ADDED UNTIL 2014.
– MONITORING HEALTH CONCERNS RELATED TO MARIJUANA IN COLORADO: 2016,
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
Case Examples
Young Professional Commits Suicide at 23, Parents Question if THC is to Blame:
Marc Bullard, a young professional with no apparent signs of depression or mental
illness committed suicide in April 2016. He had recently graduated college “near the top
of his college class,” and had been hired at a consulting firm in Denver. “In December of
2015, he was on top of the world explaining in a video documenting his success that,
‘It’s been a good year..’ and that he was looking forward to making plans for 2016.”
After his death, his parents began reading Marc’s personal diaries and found that he
had been writing entries such as:
I found out I was dabbing too much which I already knew and had cut back in February.
But apparently if you overdo it, you can get almost like poison and experience some
negative effects.
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Marc’s parents began to question “whether his death [was] related to his use of
high potency THC.” Before Marc’s death neither of them had even heard of dabbing.
Marc’s father Mike explained “I had the mindset, well, it’s just marijuana, it’s not going
to hurt anything.” While Marc’s death certificate does not say marijuana was the cause
of death, it “lists a contributing factor to ‘use of concentrated marijuana products.’”2
Parents Charged with Child Abuse for Identical Deaths of Two Babies: In Aurora,
Colorado a couple was booked into jail on two counts of misdemeanor child abuse.
Charges were filed against the couple after their second child died under similar
circumstances as their first child who died two years previously. According to police
reports, both babies “died while sleeping in bed with the parents” and both parents
“appear[ed] to be intoxicated or under the influence.” During the investigation of the
first child’s death there were “indications of alcohol and marijuana use.” The cause of
death as shown on autopsy reports for each child was listed as undetermined, however
per the Arapahoe County Coroner Dr. Kelly Lear-Kaul this is “because suffocation
leaves no trace.” 3
Man Shoots Wife and Kills Neighbor in a “Marijuana and Caffeine-Fueled Paranoid
State”: While home for lunch, Dr. Kenneth Atkinson heard shots being fired next door
at his neighbor’s home. He went outside to see what was going on and “found his
neighbor, Elizabeth Lyons, lying in a driveway, covered in blood.” Elizabeth Lyons had
been shot in the back by her husband Kevin Lyons. Dr. Atkinson attempted to attend to
Mrs. Lyons’ wounds when Kevin Lyons shot at him striking him in the leg. Dr.
Atkinson attempted to call 911 but “more shots rang out as Lyons fired at Atkinson’s
head at point-blank range, fatally wounding him.”
Lyons was sentenced to life in prison plus 352 years in May 2017. Lyons’ public
defender stated in defense of his actions that “Lyons suffered repeated head injuries –
from sports, a car wreck and other activities – that, combined with substance abuse and
difficult circumstances in his life, including marital and financial problems, left him
delusional. Lyons was also in a marijuana and caffeine-fueled paranoid state on the day
of the shooting.” 4
For Further Information on Adult Marijuana Use See Page 152
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Sources
1 Colorado Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 2016, “Marijuana Use in
Colorado,” Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
2 John Ferrugia, “Marijuana in Colorado: A warning about dabbing,” 9News,
<http://www.9news.com/news/health/marijuana-in-colorado-a-warning-about-
dabbing/346018775>, accessed September 12, 2017.
3 Rob Low, March 7, 2017, “Aurora parents charged with child abuse for
identical deaths of 2 babies,” Fox 31News, <http://kdvr.com/2017/03/07/parents-
charged-with-child-abuse-for-identical-deaths-of-2-babies/>, accessed April 19, 2017.
4 Jesse Paul, “Kevin Lyons apologizes for Centennial shooting rampage that
killed beloved doctor, gets life in prison plus 352 years,” Denver Post,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2017/06/05/kevin-lyons-centennial-shooting-rampage-
killed-kenneth-atkinson/>, accessed September 12, 2017.
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SECTION 4: Emergency
Department and
Hospital Marijuana-
Related Admissions
Some Findings
The yearly rate of emergency department visits related to marijuana increased 35
percent after the legalization of recreational marijuana (2011-2012 vs. 2013-
September 2015).
Number of hospitalizations related to marijuana:
o 2011 – 6,305
o 2012 – 6,715
o 2013 – 8,272
o 2014 – 11,439
o Jan-Sept 2015 – 10,901
The yearly number of marijuana-related hospitalizations increased 72 percent
after the legalization of recreational marijuana (2009-2012 vs. 2013-September
2015).
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Definitions
Marijuana-Related: Also referred to as “marijuana mentions.” Data could be obtained
from lab tests, patient self-admission or some other form of validation obtained by the
provider. Being marijuana-related does not necessarily prove marijuana was the cause
of the emergency department admission or hospitalization.
International Classification of Disease (ICD): A medical coding system used to
classify diseases and related health problems.
**In 2015, ICD-10 (the tenth modification) was implemented in place of
ICD-9. Although ICD-10 will allow for better analysis of disease patterns
and treatment outcomes for the advancement of medical care, comparison
of trends before and after the conversion can be made difficult and/or
impossible. The number of codes increased from approximately 13,600
codes to approximately 69,000 codes. For the above reasons, hospitalization
and emergency department data is only provided pre-conversion to ICD-
10.1
Emergency Department Data
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
NOTE: "POSSIBLE MARIJUANA EXPOSURES, DIAGNOSES, OR BILLING CODES IN ANY OF
LISTED DIAGNOSIS CODES: THESE DATA WERE CHOSEN TO REPRESENT THE HD AND
ED VISITS WHERE MARIJUANA COULD BE A CAUSAL, CONTRIBUTING, OR COEXISTING
FACTOR NOTED BY THE PHYSICIAN DURING THE HD OR ED VISIT. FOR THESE DATA,
MARIJUANA USE IS NOT NECESSARILY RELATED TO THE UNDERLYING REASON FOR THE
HD OR ED VISIT. SOMETIMES THESE DATA ARE REFERRED TO AS HD OR ED VISITS
‘WITH ANY MENTION OF MARIJUANA.’” - COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
AND ENVIRONMENT, MONITORING HEALTH CONCERNS RELATED TO MARIJUANA IN
COLORADO: 2014
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
NOTE: DATA NOT AVAILABLE PRE-2011. EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT DATA FROM 2011 AND
2012 REFLECTS INCOMPLETE STATEWIDE REPORTING. INFERENCES CONCERNING
TRENDS, INCLUDING 2011 AND 2012, SHOULD NOT BE MADE.
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
(2011-2012)
Pre-Recreational Legalization
(2013-Sept 2015)
Post-Recreational Legalization
660
889 **Rates Per 100,000Average Emergency Department Rates
Related to Marijuana*
35% Increase
*Rates of Emergency Department (ED) Visits with Possible Marijuana Exposures, Diagnoses,
or Billing Codes per 100,000 ED Visits by Year in Colorado
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 68
(2013-Sept 2015**)
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Monitoring Health Concerns Related
to Marijuana in Colorado: 2016
NOTE: DATA NOT AVAILABLE PRE-2011. EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT DATA FROM 2011 AND
2012 REFLECTS INCOMPLETE STATEWIDE REPORTING. INFERENCES CONCERNING
TRENDS, INCLUDING 2011 AND 2012, SHOULD NOT BE MADE.
618
701
873
1,039
754 **
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
1,200
2011 2012 2013 2014 Jan - Sept 2015Rates Per 100,000Emergency Department Rates
Related to Marijuana*
Legalization
Jan -Sept 2015**
*Rates of Emergency Department (ED) Visits with Possible Marijuana Exposures, Diagnoses, or
Billing Codes per 100,000 ED Visits by Year in Colorado
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 68
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SOURCE: Colorado Hospital Association, Emergency Department Visit Dataset. Statistics prepared by the
Health Statistics and Evaluation Branch, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
NOTE: DATA NOT AVAILABLE PRE-2011. EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT DATA FROM 2011 AND
2012 REFLECTS INCOMPLETE STATEWIDE REPORTING. INFERENCES CONCERNING
TRENDS, INCLUDING 2011 AND 2012, SHOULD NOT BE MADE.
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
2011 2012 2013 2014
8,197
9,982
14,148
18,255
10,476**Number of VisitsEmergency Department Visits
Related to Marijuana
Jan -Sept 2015**
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 6 8
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Hospitalization Data
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
NOTE: "POSSIBLE MARIJUANA EXPOSURES, DIAGNOSES, OR BILLING CODES IN ANY OF
LISTED DIAGNOSIS CODES: THESE DATA WERE CHOSEN TO REPRESENT THE HD AND
ED VISITS WHERE MARIJUANA COULD BE A CAUSAL, CONTRIBUTING, OR COEXISTING
FACTOR NOTED BY THE PHYSICIAN DURING THE HD OR ED VISIT. FOR THESE DATA,
MARIJUANA USE IS NOT NECESSARILY RELATED TO THE UNDERLYING REASON FOR THE
HD OR ED VISIT. SOMETIMES THESE DATA ARE REFERRED TO AS HD OR ED VISITS
‘WITH ANY MENTION OF MARIJUANA.’” - COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
AND ENVIRONMENT, MONITORING HEALTH CONCERNS RELATED TO MARIJUANA IN
COLORADO: 2014
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
(2010-2012)
Pre-Recreational Legalization
(2013-Sept 2015)
Post-Recreational Legalization
1,330
2,416 **Rates Per 100,000Average Hospitalization Rates
Related to Marijuana*
82% Increase
*Rates of Hospitalization (HD) Visits with Possible Marijuana Exposures, Diagnoses, or
Billing Codes per 100,000 HD Visits by Year in Colorado
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 68
(2013-Sept 2015**)
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Monitoring Health Concerns Related
to Marijuana in Colorado: 2014
810 818 911 963
1,260 1,313 1,417
1,779
2,443
3,025**
0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Jan -
Sept
2015Rates Per 100,000Hospitalization Rates
Related to Marijuana*
*Rates of Hospitalization (HD) Visits with Possible Marijuana Exposures, Diagnoses, or
Billing Codes per 100,000 HD Visits by Year in Colorado
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 68
Legalization
Jan -
Sept
2015**
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SOURCE: Colorado Hospital Association, Hospital Discharge Dataset. Statistics prepared by the Health Statistics
and Evaluation Branch, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
SOURCE: Colorado Hospital Association, Hospital Discharge Dataset. Statistics prepared by the Health Statistics
and Evaluation Branch, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
2006-2008
Pre-
Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-
Commercialization
2013-2015**
Legalization
4,070
5,933
10,204**Average Number of HospitalizationsAverage Hospitalizations
Related to Marijuana
72%
Increase
46%
Increase
2013-September
2015**
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definition on page 68
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
2,5392,8603,1403,3963,8814,1443,8763,8954,4384,6946,0196,3056,7158,27211,43910,901**Number of HospitalizationsHospitalizations Related to Marijuana
**Only 9 months of comparable 2015 data, see ICD definion on page 68
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Additional Sources
SOURCE: George Sam Wang, MD, Marie-Claire Le Lait, MS, Sara J. Deakyne, MPH, Alvin C. Bronstein,
MD, Lalit Bajaj, MD, MPH, Genie Roosevelt, MD, MPH, July 25, 2016
Cost
Cost of Emergency Room: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
estimates the average cost of an emergency room visit in 2014 was $1,533.00.” 2
0
5
10
15
20
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
1
3
10 9
7
16 16
Number of ChildrenColorado Children's Hospital,
Marijuana Ingestion Among
Children Under 9 Years Old
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Case Examples
Elderly Male with Altered Mental Status: “I had an elderly male come to the
[emergency department] with a family chief complaint of ‘altered mental status’ or
stroke. The patient was essentially catatonic (awake but not responsive and not
following commands). He had a very expensive stroke work up (including an EKG, CT,
labs, etc.). Work up was negative and then family stated that he ate [marijuana] butter
on his toast in the morning and then became catatonic. He had consumed at least 200
mg of THC. He was observed for many hours and improved. His [emergency
department] visit costs probably topped $10,000.” 3
Elderly Woman with Nausea and Vomiting: “I had an elderly female who came to the
[emergency department] with a chief complaint of significant nausea and
vomiting. The patient had come to visit a family member who happened to work at a
pot shop. They thought it would be fun to get ‘grandma high’ and gave her
edibles. She ate too much and spent 12 hours in the emergency department vomiting
and screaming (probably some psychosis induced at the time).” 3
Marijuana Laced with Methamphetamine: “I had a young woman who was in her last
trimester of pregnancy, she came to the ED for ‘anxiety.’ Her urine drug screen was
positive for methamphetamines and [marijuana]. The patient states that the MJ (street)
sellers, dip their products in cocaine or methamphetamines to make them ‘better.’ She
was using both and was pregnant. She justified the use of MJ for her anxiety and did
not want to hear about how the MJ would or could affect her child.” 3
High on Marijuana while Riding a Bicycle: “A 16 [year old] male came after being
struck by a car while riding a bike. He had been smoking marijuana. He was morbidly
obese (over 300 pounds), not in school and getting his MJ from his parents who thought
‘it’s ok because it’s legal.’” 3
Unresponsive after an Edible Overdose: “I just had a case last week of a young patient
who ate a full bag of the chocolates, 100 mcg of THC per chocolate. She presented
unresponsive, GCS of 6. (Only slightly withdrew to painful stimuli, otherwise
unresponsive). She went to the ICU and there was just observed until she woke
up. She stayed in the ED for over 8 hours with no change before going to the
ICU. There were no other substances on her drug screens that were positive.” 4
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Dangers of Marijuana Experienced Firsthand: A May 2017 article written by Dr. Brad
Roberts described his experience of returning to his home town of Pueblo, CO in order
to serve the community he grew up in.
I recently finished my residency in emergency medicine and began to practice in
Pueblo, Colorado. I grew up there, and I was excited to return home. However,
when I returned home, the Pueblo I once knew had drastically changed. Where
there were once hardware stores, animal feed shops, and homes along dotted
farms, I now found marijuana shops—and lots of them.
Among the various observations the newly minted doctor noted:
Multiple different types of patients are coming into the emergency department
with a variety of unexpected problems such as marijuana-induced psychosis,
dependence, burn injuries, increased abuse of other drugs, increased
homelessness and its associated problems, and self-medication with marijuana to
treat their medical problems instead of seeking appropriate medical care.
Dr. Roberts recalled a few specific incidents in which marijuana was directly
involved in the patient’s visit to the emergency department. Among the specific
incidents were cases in which a teenage girl had to be restrained after dabbing highly
potent THC. Additionally, a young man reported that after smoking marijuana “all day,
every day” and he was “seeing ghosts” that were telling him to kill himself (he tried to
hang himself three times). Lastly, two young men presented with severe burns due to a
butane hash oil explosion they created when trying to make concentrated THC.
The greatest concern that I have is the confusion between medical and
recreational marijuana. Patients are being diagnosed and treated from the
marijuana shops by those without any medical training. I have had patients
bring in bottles with a recommended strain of cannabis and frequency of use for
a stated medical problem given at the recommendation of a marijuana shop
employee. My colleagues report similar encounters, with one reporting seeing
two separate patients with significantly altered sensorium and with bottles
labeled 60 percent THC. They were taking this with opioids and
benzodiazepines.
After discussing a variety of significantly adverse health effects of marijuana use, Dr.
Roberts stated “We need to provide immediate treatment and assistance in stopping
use. If we are going to use this as a medication, then we should use it as we use other
medications. It should have to undergo the same scrutiny, Food and Drug
Administration approval, and regulation that any other medication does.”5
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Pot-Related ER Visits Increase among Visitors to Colorado: In February 2017, Matt
Kroschel of CBS Denver described how “some of Colorado’s mountain towns helped
push Summit County to the top of the list for emergency room visits related to people
getting high.”
Summit County reported 21 marijuana-related emergency room visits (per 1,000
people) from 2011-2013. In 2014-2015, that number increased to 56 visits per 1,000
people.
Dr. Marc Doucette of St. Anthony Summit Medical Center stated, “We certainly do
see patients that come in with adverse effects related to marijuana.” In response to the
recent statistics released by the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment, Doucette said, “I was a little surprised to see that but it speaks to the fact
that most of our population, especially in the ski season, are out-of-state patients and
tourists.” Discussing the types of patients and cases presenting to the emergency room,
Dr. Doucette reported “Often we see complications related to edible products.”
“Hospital officials say they did notice the uptick in people coming in for help
following the legalization of marijuana in the state in 2014. They say most of those cases
were patients visiting from outside of Colorado.” 6
ER Visits for Kids Rise Significantly after Pot Legalized in Colorado: In 2017,
researchers reported “the number of teenagers sent to emergency rooms more than
quadrupled after marijuana was legalized in Colorado – mostly for mental health
symptoms.”
Dr. George Sam Wang, a Colorado physician, was the lead researcher who authored
a study which examined Colorado youth, marijuana use and associated emergency
room visits. According to a May 2017 article published by NBC News, “639 teenagers
who went to one hospital system in Colorado in 2015 had either cannabis in their urine
or told a doctor they’d been using cannabis. That’s up from 146 in 2005, before the use
of marijuana was legalized in Colorado.”
“In 2016 Wang found that the average rate of marijuana-related visits to the
children’s hospital doubled after legalization. Poison center calls about marijuana went
from nine in 2009 to 47 in 2015.”
In the 2017 interview by NBC News, Dr. Wang explained that “The perception of
risk has gone down quite a bit.” In the same interview, he goes on to say that “People
believe marijuana is safe – but it is not.” 7
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Mysterious Illness Tied to Marijuana Use on the Rise in States with Legal Weed: An
Indianapolis physician recently diagnosed a condition in a patient, Lance Crowder, who
had been experiencing severe abdominal pain and vomiting for over two years. None of
the local physicians had been able to diagnose the problem, until now. Over the past
several years there has been an increase in the number of emergency room visitors
presenting with the same exact signs and symptoms as Lance, known as cannabinoid
hyperemesis syndrome (CHS).
Dr. Kennon Heard of Aurora, Colorado co-authored a study published in 2015
which showed that when medical marijuana became widely available, emergency room
visit diagnoses for CHS in two Colorado hospitals nearly doubled. “It is certainly
something that, before legalization, we almost never saw,” Heard said in an interview.
“Now we are seeing it quite frequently.”
“CHS has only been recognized for about the past decade, and nobody knows
exactly how many people suffer from it. But as more states move towards the
legalization of marijuana, emergency room physicians like Dr. Heard are eager to make
sure both doctors and patients have CHS on their radar.” 8
For Further Information on Emergency Department Visits and
Hospitalizations See Page 155
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Sources
1 American Academy of Professional Coders, “ICD-10 FAQ,”
<https://www.aapc.com/icd-10/faq.aspx>, accessed August 1, 2017.
2 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey 2014, “Emergency Room Services-Median
and Mean Expenses per Person With Expense and Distribution of Expenses by Source
of Payment: United States,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
3 Karen Randall, DO, “MJ ER Visits/Exposure,” e-mail message, September 14,
2017.
4 Brad Roberts, MD, “MJ ER Visits/Exposure,” e-mail message, September 15,
2017.
5 Brad Roberts, MD, “Dangers of Marijuana Experienced Firsthand,” May 15,
2017, <http://www.acepnow.com/article/dangers-marijuana-experienced-firsthand/>,
accessed August 9, 2017.
6 Matt Kroschel, “Pot-Related ER Visits Increase Among Visitors To Colorado,”
February 14, 2017, < http://denver.cbslocal.com/2017/02/14/pot-related-er-visits-
increase-among-visitors/>, accessed September 12, 2017.
7 Maggie Fox, “ER Visits for Kids Rise Significantly After Pot Legalized in
Colorado,” NBC News, May 5, 2017, <http://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/er-
visits-kids-rise-significantly-after-pot-legalized-colorado-n754781>, accessed May 4,
2017.
8 Jonathan Lapook, “Mysterious illness tied to marijuana use on the rise in states
with legal weed,” KKTV/CBS, December 28, 2016,
<http://www.kktv.com/content/news/Mysterious-illness-tied-to-marijuana-use-on-the-
rise-in-states-with-legal-weed-408565045.html>, accessed August 2, 2017.
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SECTION 5: Marijuana-Related
Exposure
Some Findings
Marijuana-related exposures increased 139 percent in the four-year average
(2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana compared to the
four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Marijuana-related exposures in children (ages 0 to 5) nearly tripled in the four-
year average (2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana
compared to the four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
For adults 26 years of age or older, nearly triple the amount of yearly marijuana-
related exposures occurred in 2013-2016 as compared to 2009-2012.
Marijuana only exposures more than doubled (increased 210 percent) in the
four-year average (2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana
compared to the four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Definitions
Marijuana-Related Exposure: Any phone call to the Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug
Center in which marijuana is mentioned.
Marijuana Only Exposure: Marijuana was the only substance referenced in the call to
the poison control center.
Data
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SOURCE: Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center
SOURCE: Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center Report, Colorado Marijuana Statistics for 2016
0
50
100
150
200
250
2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2016
Recreational Legalization
59
84
201
Average NumberAverage Number of Marijuana-Related
Exposures, All Ages
42%
Increase
139%
Increase
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Total Marijuana Cases 45 70 62 44 95 86 110 127 223 231 224
Youth (0-18) Cases 21 26 26 27 45 39 50 67 92 117 101
45
70 62
44
95 86
110
127
223
231
224
21 26 26 27
45 39 50
67
92
117
101
0
50
100
150
200
250
Number of ExposuresMarijuana-Related Exposures
Commercialization
Legalization
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SOURCE: Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center
SOURCE: Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
0-5yrs 6-12yrs 13-14yrs 15-17yrs 18-25yrs 26+ yrs
4
1 3
11
20
1313
2
6
17 17
24
37
12
9
31 32
68
Number of Exposures2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2016
Legalization
Average Marijuana-Related Exposures by Age Range
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
16.00%
18.00%
20.00%
2006-2009 2010-2012 2013-2016
3.59%4.66%
7.07%6.78%
15.22%
18.26%Average PercentAverage Percent of All Marijuana-Related
Exposures, Children Ages 0 to 5 Years Old
National Colorado
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SOURCE: Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center
Case Examples
Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center: 1
“Caller asking if there is such thing as a withdrawal phenomenon with
marijuana? Her daughter is home from college and she is having major anxiety
since being home and not smoking her daily weed. She also wants to know if it
will ‘hurt her brain’ while in college if she smokes regularly? She was advised
that yes, withdrawal has been described after heavy use. And that yes, there
could be effects to her brain.”
“Caller concerned – had out of town guests staying at her house. Made a favorite
pie one day when they were out, and substituted marijuana oil for the normal
amount of oil. She did not intend for her guests to eat her pie. Guests ate a
significant amount one day when she was upstairs and developed paranoia,
confusion, and feeling ‘stoned.’ The effects wore off the next day.”
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
28 29 27 25
34
25 32 37
18
53
40
61
88
151 153
142
Number of Exposures ReportedNumber of Marijuana Only*
Exposures Reported
Commercialization
Legalization
*Marijuana was the only substance referenced in the call to the poison control center
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“Caller ate a couple marijuana gummys [sic] while at work, not knowing they
were MJ-containing. Developed lightheadedness and dizziness, which resolved
the next day without any treatment.”
“Caller asking if marijuana can be transferred to baby who is breast-feeding.”
“Caller says her spouse ingested an edible containing THC and felt nauseous.
Then took an OTC [over the counter] medicine to counteract the queasiness, and
then felt worse (foggy, dizzy, confused). PC referred caller to an Emergency
Department because of her worsened status.”
Colorado dog dazed and confused: In late 2016, Colorado resident Heidi Sodetz took
her two golden retrievers for a run on Tenderfoot Mountain. According to the resident,
one of the dogs began to act strangely approximately an hour after the run. Lenni was
“…barely moving, not responsive and even peed herself on the carpet, something she
never does.” The dog was taken to the Buffalo Mountain Animal Hospital in
Silverthorne, CO to investigate what was happening.
Based on the signs and symptoms, the local veterinarian was immediately
suspicious of THC being in the dog’s blood. The dog tested positive for THC, the
psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. According to the owner, who claims to not use
the drug, “the only plausible explanation was that Lenni had eaten a marijuana edible
that someone had dropped on the trail.”
Dr. Michelle Gross, Lenni’s primary care provider said “For me, lately it’s been
about one or two a month, but it used to be maybe once a year.” Coincidentally, there
were two additional dogs being treated for marijuana exposure at the same facility at
the same time. 2
For Further Information on Exposures See Page 157
Sources
1 Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center, August 2017.
2 Jack Queen, “Colorado dog dazed and confused after eating marijuana edibles
found on trail,” Summit Daily, <http://www.summitdaily.com/news/marijuana/in-
colorado-marijuana-edibles-increasingly-sending-dogs-to-the-animal-er/>, accessed
September 12th, 2017.
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SECTION 6: Treatment
Some Findings
Marijuana treatment data from Colorado in years 2006 – 2016 does not appear to
demonstrate a definitive trend. Colorado averages 6,683 treatment admissions
annually for marijuana abuse.
Over the last ten years, the top four drugs involved in treatment admissions were
alcohol (average 13,551), marijuana (average 6,712), methamphetamine (average
5,578), and heroin (average 3,024).
Data
SOURCE: Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality, Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration, Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Based on administrative data
reported by States to TEDS through July 6, 2017
0
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
8,000
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 20165,9886,4786,8877,1947,3056,5186,9496,5506,8576,6646,120Number of AdmissionsTreatment with Marijuana as Primary
Substance of Abuse, All Ages
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Health Services, Office of Behavioral Health, 2005-2016
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Alcohol 10,168 11,721 12,094 13,382 13,873 13,292 13,422 14,834 14,008 14,381 12,810 13,415
Marijuana 5,558 5,708 6,144 6,900 7,074 6,903 6,687 7,056 6,877 6,907 6,267 6,307
Meth 5,081 5,066 5,109 4,939 4,543 4,451 4,361 5,002 5,723 6,924 6,859 7,871
Cocaine 2,934 3,481 3,459 3,685 3,031 2,521 2,368 2,276 1,748 1,657 1,484 1,377
Heroin 1,519 1,369 1,349 1,487 1,728 1,785 2,225 2,746 3,223 4,491 5,063 6,142
Prescription 749 875 1,014 1,274 1,526 1,734 1,929 2,345 2,270 2,306 1,771 1,935
Other 324 330 420 131 121 91 125 151 152 177 192 555
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
Number of AdmissionsDrug Type for Treatment Admissions,
All Ages
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SOURCE: Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality, Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration, Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Based on administrative data
reported by States to TEDS through July 6, 2017
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
12-17 31.2 28.2 28.3 28.7 29 27.7 24.1 22.4 19.8 18.8 22.5
18-20 13 13.3 13 14 12.9 11.9 12.1 11.2 9.4 9.4 9.4
21-25 20 20.2 19.6 20.2 20.5 19.9 20.5 20.9 22.4 21.3 19.2
26+35.8 38.3 39.1 37.1 37.6 40.5 43.3 45.5 48.7 50.5 48.8
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
Percent of AdmissionsPercent of Marijuana Treatment Admissions
by Age Group
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Health Services, Office of Behavioral Health, 2005-2016
Comments from Colorado Treatment Providers
“…Symptoms Are So Debilitating…”: “Many patients minimize the consequences of
cannabis use, yet they consistently report that they have become isolated, paranoid and
unable to effectively interact with the outside world. In treatment, there has been a
consistent increase in psychosis associated with patients who use cannabis. Thought
broadcasting, thought insertion, ideas of reference and command hallucinations are not
uncommon. These symptoms often occur in the absence of any other psychiatric
disorder. The symptoms appear to decrease over time, with more time in recovery, but
it is unclear whether the symptoms are long lasting. Since these symptoms are so
debilitating, it is crucial to learn more about the long term effects of cannabis use.” 1
“…Lives Have Been Completely Disrupted…”: “In my professional experience, have
definitely seen more cannabis use in the individuals I am treating. I've also seen an
increasing number of young men coming into treatment with symptoms of mania,
psychosis and dangerous behaviors associated with cannabis use. Their lives have been
completely disrupted due to the cannabis use. Unfortunately, abstinence from the
cannabis use alone is not enough to make the symptoms go away. They require mood
stabilizing and anti-psychotic medications to get to a point that they can communicate
821 805
660
826
985 1,015 997 1,054
1,238
1,015
706
1,202 1,204 1,204 1,291
1,347 1,307 1,328
1,448
1,320
1,287
1,062
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
1,200
1,400
1,600
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015Number of AdmissionsMarijuana Treatment Admissions Based on
Criminal Justice Referrals
Ages 17 and Under Ages 18-25
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coherently enough and trust others enough to participate in therapy. I do think this is
related to the increased availability and potency, and this is consistent with the
scientific literature.
On a personal note, my 10 and 11 year old children know what cannabis smoke
smells like, identifying cannabis in the area rather than wondering if it is a skunk.
Public use occurs everywhere. Children call each other, ‘vapers,’ in their less kind
moments, and children with anything green are made fun of. One of my 11 year old's
friends since preschool was allegedly expelled for selling cannabis on the 5th grade
campus. As a parent, I'm terrified for the future of our children.” 2
“…Psychosis and Cannabis is Well Documented…”: “We recently reviewed data for
patients receiving treatment in the residential portion of our substance abuse treatment
center, CeDAR. What we found was that patients who met criteria for a cannabis use
disorder were markedly younger than those that did not, were much more likely to
have other substance use disorders (an average of 2.8 substance use disorder diagnoses
vs 1.9 substance use disorder diagnoses when cannabis use disorder was excluded) and
there was a trend towards more mental health pathology in this data set as well.
Anecdotally, I and my colleagues have seen the number of patients with cannabis
use disorder admitted to our facility increase over time. The amount of cannabis that
patients describe consuming is also increasing, while the age they report first starting to
use is decreasing. Overall the severity of cannabis use disorder we see appears more
severe as do the psychosocial sequelae of this addiction. The link between psychosis
and cannabis is well documented and it is becoming routine to admit young men who
have used cannabis since early adolescence and who present with psychosis. Many of
these patients may suffer long standing neuropsychiatric symptoms as the result of
cannabis use. The burden of this illness is disproportionately falling on our younger
population.” 3
Case Examples
Colorado Doctor’s Warning to Vermont: Dr. Karen Randall, a practicing emergency
medicine physician out of Pueblo, CO, described her first-hand experience of how
marijuana has affected her community in Pueblo. Dr. Randall tells Vermont voters how
the marijuana industry originally lured her community into becoming “the Napa Valley
of Pot” by promising jobs and tax income but instead her community received an influx
of homeless and low income jobs where workers are a burden on the Medicaid system
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and other government assistance programs. Furthermore, she describes how “the
number of youth testing positive for marijuana plus methamphetamine and/or heroin”
has increased in her hospital as marijuana use becomes “normalized in public by some
parents.” According to Dr. Randall, in 2016, “257 of 300 community physicians signed
an open petition in the paper in support of reversing the marijuana stance in [Pueblo]
county.” She urges Vermont voters to ask “local professionals how they feel” about the
issue before voting.4
For Further Information on Treatment See Page 157
Sources
1 Bari K Platter, MS, RN, PMHCNS-BC, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Center for
Dependency, Addiction and Rehabilitation (CeDAR), University of Colorado Health,
Aurora, Colorado, August 2016.
2 Laura F. Martin, M.D. Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric
Association, American Board of Addiction Medicine Diplomate Medical Director,
Center for Dependency, Addiction and Rehabilitation (CeDAR), Associate Professor,
Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado School of Medicine, August 2016.
3 Ruth Marie Huhn, M.D., Board Certified Attending Psychiatrist at the Center for
Dependency, Addiction and Rehabilitation (CeDAR), Instructor, Department of
Psychiatry, University of Colorado School of Medicine, August 2016.
4 Dr. Karen Randall, VTDIGGER, “Karen Randall: Marijuana legalization from a
Colorado community member,” <https://vtdigger.org/2017/06/20/karen-randall-
marijuana-legalization-colorado-community-member/#.WcFCX8KWy71> accessed
September 19, 2017.
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SECTION 7: Diversion of Colorado
Marijuana
Some Findings
In 2016, RMHIDTA Colorado drug task forces completed 163 investigations of
individuals or organizations involved in illegally selling Colorado marijuana
both in and out of state.
o These cases led to:
252 felony arrests
7,116 pounds (3.5 tons) of marijuana seized
47,108 marijuana plants seized
2,111 marijuana edibles seized
232 pounds of concentrate seized
29 different states to which marijuana was destined
Highway interdiction seizures of Colorado marijuana increased 43 percent in the
four-year average (2013-2016) since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana
compared to the four-year average (2009-2012) prior to legalization.
Highway interdiction seizures of Colorado marijuana increased 20 percent from
288 in 2013, when recreational marijuana was legalized, to 346 in 2016.
Of the 346 highway interdiction seizures in 2016, there were 36 different states
destined to receive marijuana from Colorado.
o The most common destinations identified were Illinois, Missouri, Texas,
Kansas and Florida.
o Approximately half of all seizures (48 percent) containing Colorado
marijuana originated from Denver.
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Definitions
Colorado Marijuana Investigations: RMHIDTA Colorado drug task forces
investigating individual or organizations involved in illegally selling Colorado
marijuana, both within and outside of the state. These investigations only include those
reported by the ten RMHIDTA drug task forces.
Colorado Marijuana Interdictions: Incidents where state highway patrol officers
stopped a driver for a traffic violation and subsequently found Colorado marijuana
destined for other parts of the country. These interdiction seizures are reported on a
voluntary basis to the National Seizure System (NSS) managed by the El Paso
Intelligence Center (EPIC). These are random traffic stops, not investigations, and do
not include local law enforcement data.
A Colorado document contained the following statement in one of their
presentation slides: “Data prior to 2014 is not comparative due to changes
in the reporting. The RMHIDTA began entering seizure data into the NSS
beginning January 1, 2014 and that resulted in a spike of seizures being
reported. There has not been a discernable upward trend in seizures since
retail sales began in 2014.”
This statement is inaccurate and misleading. The data used in the Rocky
Mountain HIDTA report is only highway patrol seizures and not from any
of the task forces or drug units. This is the same dataset that RMHIDTA
has been using since 2005.
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Data on Marijuana Investigations
NOTE: THE CHARTS ONLY INCLUDE COMPLETED INVESTIGATIONS REPORTED BY THE TEN
RMHIDTA DRUG TASK FORCES. IT IS UNKNOWN HOW MANY OF THESE TYPES OF
INVESTIGATIONS WERE COMPLETED BY NON-RMHIDTA DRUG UNITS OR TASK
FORCES.
The RMHIDTA drug task force unit commanders feel that the Colorado
marijuana investigations completed in 2016 only impacted a relatively
small portion of actual operations involved in illegally selling Colorado
marijuana both in and out of state.
In 2016, ten RMHIDTA Colorado drug task forces completed 163 investigations of
individuals or organizations involved in illegally selling Colorado marijuana both
within and outside of the state. The task forces seized approximately 3.5 tons of
marijuana; 47,108 plants; 2,111 edibles; and 232 pounds of concentrate. There were 252
felony marijuana arrests and 29 different states identified as to where the Colorado
marijuana was being sent.
SOURCE: Rocky Mountain HIDTA Performance Management Process (PMP) Data
1,489.53
425.00 1,028.62
7,115.61
0.00
2,000.00
4,000.00
6,000.00
8,000.00
10,000.00
2013 2014 2015 2016Pounds SeizedRMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces:
Marijuana Investigation Seizures
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SOURCE: Rocky Mountain HIDTA Performance Management Process (PMP) Data
Marijuana Concentrate Seizures
o 2016: 232.12 pounds of hash oil (1,099 percent increase from 2015).
o 2015: 19.36 pounds of hash oil.
o Data not collected prior to 2015.
Marijuana Edible Seizures
o 2016: 2,111 individual edible items (633 percent increase from 2015).
o 2015: 288 individual edible items.
o Data not collected prior to 2015.
SOURCE: Rocky Mountain HIDTA Performance Management Process (PMP) Data
7,290 5,215
14,979
47,108
0
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
2013 2014 2015 2016Number of Plants SeizedRMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces:
Marijuana Investigative Plant Seizures
138
81
130
252
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
2013 2014 2015 2016Number of ArrestsRMHIDTA Colorado Task Forces:
Marijuana Investigative Felony Arrests
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Data on Highway Interdictions
NOTE: THE CHARTS ONLY INCLUDE CASES WHERE COLORADO MARIJUANA WAS ACTUALLY
SEIZED AND REPORTED. IT IS UNKNOWN HOW MANY COLORADO MARIJUANA LOADS
WERE NOT DETECTED OR, IF SEIZED, WERE NOT REPORTED.
A 2014 survey of approximately 100 interdiction experts estimates that 10
percent or less of marijuana being trafficked is ceased by state highway
patrol agencies.
SOURCE: El Paso Intelligence Center, National Seizure System, as of August 28th, 2017
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2016
Legalization
52
242
347
Number of SeizuresAverage Colorado Marijuana Interdiction
Seizures
365% Increase 43% Increase
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SOURCE: El Paso Intelligence Center, National Seizure System, as of August 28th, 2017
SOURCE: El Paso Intelligence Center, National Seizure System, as of August 28th, 2017
In the four years (2013-2016) of legalized recreational marijuana in Colorado,
highway patrol seizures have resulted in over 6 tons of Colorado marijuana
being seized (12,873 pounds).
54 41 57 58
92
281
321
274
288
360
394
346
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016Number of SeizuresColorado Marijuana Interdiction Seizures
Legalization
Commercialization
0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
4,000
2006-2008 Pre-
Commercialization
2009-2016 Post-
Commercialization
2,515
3,627
Average PoundsAverage Pounds of Colorado Marijuana
from Interdiction Seizures
44% Increase
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There were 15 seizures for which the destination was unknown.
Originating City
Rank
Number of Seizures
from
Originating City
Percent
1. Denver 166 48%
2. Colorado Springs 34 10%
3. Aurora 13 4%
* Of the 346 seizures, only 283 seizures had an origin city identified. The numbers
above represent the top three cities from which Colorado marijuana originated. The
percent was calculated from known origin cities.
SOURCE: El Paso Intelligence Center, National Seizure System, as of August 28th, 2017.
States to which Colorado Marijuana was Destined, 2016
(Total Reported Incidents per State)
Top Three Cities for Marijuana Origin
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Case Examples of Investigations
NOTE: THE EXAMPLES BELOW ARE ONLY A SMALL SAMPLE OF THE MANY INVESTIGATIONS
INVOLVING COLORADO MARIJUANA CITED BY VARIOUS DRUG UNITS.
Dozens of Indictments in Largest Illegal Marijuana Trafficking Ring Bust since
Legalization: Colorado Attorney General Cynthia Coffman announced that the largest
illegal marijuana trafficking investigation has resulted in arrests in late June of 2017.
The trafficking organization spanned five states, and the investigation resulted in 62
people having files charged against them. More than 20 law enforcement organizations
were involved in the investigation and/or takedown which included the Denver Police
Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. According to Coffman,
this single investigation is a prime example of how the marijuana black market
continues to flourish in Colorado.
During raids, agents seized 2,600 marijuana plants and another 4,000 lbs. of
marijuana. As a whole, the trafficking ring produced an estimated 100 lbs. of marijuana
a month, which is sold for approximately $2,000 per pound on the black market in
Colorado. 1
Indictment in Colorado Pot Biz’s Largest Fraud Case Ever: Scott Pack was indicted by
a grand jury in what attorney Matthew Buck referred to as “the largest fraud case in the
history of Colorado’s marijuana industry.” The large operation that distributed
Colorado grown marijuana across state lines ended in the indictment of sixteen people.
Among those indicted was Renee Rayton, a former Marijuana Enforcement Division
employee.
According to attorney Matthew Buck, “There are potentially victims for as much as
$10 million. Scott Pack’s company is one of the larger marijuana companies in Colorado.
They own a significant number of licenses, and through a series of shell companies,
they hold the leases on many buildings across the state.”
In the Westword article published June of 2017, Buck continued to describe the details
of the indictment, and said “[Scott Pack] had a sophisticated understanding of how to
use loopholes to get around state law.” 2
Arrests Made in South Pueblo County Marijuana Grow: According to a press release
by the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office, three individuals were arrested on April 13th,
2016 in connection with an illegal marijuana grow operating from within a Pueblo, CO
home. In total, 180 marijuana plants were found growing in the home being occupied
by the three individuals.
The three individuals had been living in Florida, but were originally from Cuba.
One of the three individuals had recently purchased the home in February of 2016.
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Although the press release did not specifically state that the marijuana was being
illegally trafficked outside the state, several indicators suggest that the marijuana was
intended to leave Colorado. Twelve people, all from Florida, have been arrested in
seven separate illegal marijuana grow operations discovered in Pueblo County on
March 30th and April 14th, 2016. Five of the twelve individuals were originally from
Cuba. 3
Individuals Indicted for an Illegal Home-grow Also Possess Legal Marijuana
Licenses: In March 2017, 16 people were indicted for participating in a massive illicit
marijuana home-grow operation. Of the 16, eight are recorded as having active or
expired licenses to work in the legal marijuana business including the ringleader,
Michael Alan Stonehouse, who acts as a consultant for the marijuana industry in
Colorado. According to authorities, the group cultivated their marijuana in properties
in Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Elbert County and Denver and then diverted the
marijuana to Illinois, Arkansas, Minnesota and Missouri to make a higher profit. 4
All in the Family Marijuana Operation: Weld County Drug Task Force received a
crime tip that a family was involved in cultivating and distributing marijuana from
properties located in Weld County. Information was that they were shipping the
marijuana out of state as motor cycle parts using “runners” utilizing parcel post. A
search warrant was served on the rural properties of the father and mother where
officers discovered 101 marijuana plants and marijuana in vacuum sealed bags.
However, the mother and father were able to show they had medical marijuana
licensing allowing them to have 50 marijuana plants each and 16 ounces of edibles. A
search warrant on the son’s and daughter-in-law’s rural residence did not have any
documentation and led to the seizure of 379 marijuana plants, 70 pounds of marijuana,
13 pounds of edibles, 6 shot guns, 6 rifles, and 6 pistols. One of the “runners” was at
the scene and arrested for having multiple pounds of dried marijuana in vacuum sealed
containers and edibles hidden in his vehicle. 5
Laotian Marijuana Operation: Southern Colorado Drug Task Force managed by DEA
began an investigation of a Laotian drug trafficking organization that had relocated to
Colorado from Arkansas and California. This organization had 12 different cultivation
marijuana sites located in 5 different counties in southeast Colorado. Task force officers
served search warrants seizing 2,291 marijuana plants, 2,393 pounds of processed
marijuana. Also seized were 4 hand guns and 6 long guns. 5
Rental House Remodel: In February 2016, Western Colorado Drug Task Force arrested
two Cubans from Florida for illegally growing marijuana for distributions. These two
rented a $750,000 house and modified it to cultivate marijuana at a cost of about
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$50,000. Both subjects obtained medical marijuana cards with a doctor’s
recommendation for 99 plants each. Agents seized the “first round of plants” (63),
equipment for a butane hash-oil lab and a hand gun. 5
Florida and Colorado Connection: Southern Colorado Drug Task Force managed by
DEA executed search warrants in the Pueblo area targeting a drug trafficking
organization that had relocated from Florida to Colorado for sole purpose of setting up
a large scale marijuana grow operation. As a result of a search warrant, officers seized
1,900 marijuana plants, 17 pounds of processed marijuana, 2 butane hash oil extraction
labs and 9 fire arms. There was an independent seizure in Texas that the group was
responsible for which included 12 pounds of marijuana and marijuana shatter. The
search warrant resulted in 7 arrests. 5
Marijuana and Guns: Southwest DTF with DEA targeted a drug trafficking
organization responsible for cultivation and distribution of hundreds of pounds of
marijuana outside the state of Colorado. Search warrants were served on a number of
residents where officers discovered marijuana cultivation as well as 480 pounds of
packaged marijuana, 13 fire arms and numerous expired “medical” marijuana licensing
documents. 5
Large BHO Lab Seized: West Metro Drug Task Force served a search warrant on a
residence in Jefferson County. Officers seized 2 large butane hash oil labs along with 5
five-gallon butane tanks, 271 marijuana plants, hash and numerous guns. Officers also
discovered documentation confirming the distribution of hash and marijuana to
Florida. 5
Florida Cuban Drug Trafficking Organization: In May 2016, Southern Colorado Drug
Task Force executed search warrants at 5 different residential locations operated by a
group of Cubans from Florida. These grow operations were in Pueblo County and
offices seized a total of 214 marijuana plants, 55 pounds of processed marijuana and
over $100,000 in grow equipment. 5
Mississippi Connection: In August 2016, Western Colorado Drug Task Force arrested
two suspects from Mississippi who recently moved to Colorado to cultivate marijuana
and to distribute it back to Mississippi. They rented an upscale house and made major
modifications including theft of electrical power. About 50 percent of the living space
of the home was used to cultivate marijuana. Agents seized 306 marijuana plants and
turned the three young children who were living in the house over to Child Protective
Services. 5
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Marijuana Bust in Northeast Colorado Springs: In July of 2017, federal agents hauled
at least 180 marijuana plants out of a private residence in northeast Colorado Springs.
Although authorities did not disclose many details of the investigation, they did
disclose that one person was taken into custody, and that they had prior knowledge of
the illegal marijuana grow inside the home.
The home was currently being rented, and the owner lived out of state. It wasn’t
stated whether or not marijuana was being trafficked outside of Colorado, but a 180
marijuana plant operation is certainly enough to contribute significantly to an illegal
trafficking operation. 6
Colorado Deputy Finds 180 Pounds of Marijuana Mixed in with Tractor Trailer’s
Onion Load: In December of 2016, a Sheriff’s Deputy with Prowers County in
southeastern Colorado made an interesting discovery. The truck was pulled over after
remaining in the passing lane while traveling from Brighton, CO to Naples, Florida.
The driver of the vehicle consented to the search of the vehicle after the deputy issued a
warning for the driving infraction. Upon further investigation, the deputy found over
180 lbs. of marijuana mixed in among a load of onions being hauled by a tractor-trailer.
In total, there were three trash bags containing marijuana, and eight packages of plastic
wrapped marijuana concealed in the trailer. 7
Case Examples of Interdictions
Tractor-Trailer Marijuana Transport: May 2017, Florida Highway Patrol stopped a
semi-truck and trailer traveling southbound through Alachua, FL. Upon search of the
vehicle, 170 lbs. of marijuana was located and seized by state troopers. The vehicle was
traveling from Colorado to Florida. 8
Motorhome Carrying 100 Pounds of Pot Seized in Tennessee: In August of 2016, a
Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper pulled over a vehicle after observing several
indicators of possible criminal activity. After requesting backup and obtaining
permission to search the vehicle, law enforcement officials found several duffel bags
and boxes filled with marijuana. The various containers of marijuana were located in
the bedroom area of the motorhome. In total, the various bags and boxes contained
approximately 100 pounds of illegally trafficked marijuana. The driver admitted that he
obtained the marijuana in Colorado and he was headed to Florida. 9
Texas DPS Seizes Load Destined for Florida: January 2016, the Texas Department of
Public Safety stopped a passenger van traveling southbound US-81. The state trooper
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developed reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, and searched the vehicle based on
verbal consent provided by the driver. Upon search of the vehicle, over 72 lbs. of
marijuana was located in the vehicle. The trip originated in Colorado Springs, CO and
was destined for Jacksonville, Florida. 8
Reckless Driving Leads to Over 76 lbs of Marijuana: February 2016, Colorado State
Patrol stopped a vehicle due to several public complaints of reckless driving. Initially,
the driver of the vehicle would not pull over, but eventually pulled to the side of the
road. Upon further investigation, the trooper discovered over 76 lbs. of marijuana and
over $20,000 inside the vehicle. Although the driver’s travel plans were not made clear,
the driver was a Florida resident. 8
Colorado Marijuana Variety Headed to Illinois: April 2017, two Illinois residents who
recently left Colorado were stopped by Nebraska State Patrol while speeding eastbound
along I-80. Upon contact with the driver and passenger, the smell of marijuana was
immediately detected by the state trooper. After both occupants admitted that there
was marijuana in the vehicle, a thorough search was conducted. Over 4 ounces of
marijuana, a limited amount of hash oil infused marijuana, 161 THC infused edibles,
marijuana seeds, THC vaporizer oil cartridges, marijuana wax and several items of
paraphernalia were discovered in the vehicle. 8
Illinois: May 2017, a Dodge Charger was stopped for speeding while traveling
eastbound along I-80 in Nebraska. The smell of marijuana was immediately detected as
the state trooper approached the vehicle. Upon a probable cause search, the four Illinois
residents inside the vehicle were found to be in possession of approximately 1.5 lbs. of
marijuana, over a hundred THC edibles, nearly two ounces of THC “shatter,” 5 grams
of THC “wax,” 8 freshly rolled “joints,” several recently smoked “joints,” and other
items of paraphernalia. 8
Indiana “Marijuana Head” with Colorado Marijuana: April 2017, a Kansas Highway
Patrol Trooper stopped a vehicle traveling from Colorado to Indiana with THC
“Shatter,” THC “Budder,” 54 THC cartridges, 6 lbs. of marijuana, various other
marijuana items and a loaded .40 caliber handgun. The suspect claimed all the
marijuana was for the consumption of those within the vehicle, and he went on to
explain that he is a “marijuana head” and that he had been smoking marijuana since he
was a kid. 8
Colorado Marijuana to Iowa: February 2016, Colorado State Patrol stopped a vehicle
traveling from Brighton, Colorado to Des Moines, Iowa. The stop resulted in the arrest
of the driver from Des Moines, Iowa, passenger from Clearlake, Iowa and the seizure of
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8 lbs. of marijuana, 85.05 grams marijuana concentrate, and a S/W M&P 9mm handgun.
The vehicle was initially stopped for a signal violation. The marijuana was located
inside a large clothing duffel bag in the vehicle’s trunk.10
Colorado Marijuana Plants to Kentucky: May 2017, a vehicle was stopped in eastern
Colorado while traveling eastbound from Boulder, Colorado to Lexington, Kentucky.
After the driver provided his consent to search the vehicle, Colorado State Patrol
located 288 individual marijuana plants inside the vehicle. 8
Colorado Marijuana to Maryland: November 2016, an Ohio State Highway Patrol
Trooper stopped a vehicle traveling eastbound along I-80. The driver was a Colorado
resident traveling to Maryland. After the driver displayed several indications of
criminal activity, a canine was allowed to perform an “exterior sniff” of the vehicle. The
canine alerted to the presence of an illegal substance. After a thorough search, law
enforcement found a variety of cannabis products in the vehicle (chocolate bars,
gummies, etc.). Upon questioning, the driver said that he’s from Colorado where it’s
legal to have marijuana. 11
Maryland: June 2017, an Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper stopped a car-hauler
traveling eastbound along I-70. Upon investigation, the State Trooper became
suspicious of both vehicles being transported on the car-hauler. After driver consent
and a subsequent external canine search, a probable cause search was performed and
approximately 5 lbs. of marijuana along with 108 vials of liquid THC were discovered
in one of the vehicles being transported. The vehicle was being shipped from Denver,
Colorado to Bethesda, Maryland. There were no indications that the driver of the car-
hauler knew he was illegally transporting marijuana. 12
Minnesota – Medical Marijuana for Distribution: April 2017, a vehicle was stopped
while traveling eastbound along I-80 in North Platte, Nebraska. The driver immediately
claimed to be a medical marijuana patient who had been diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis. Upon further investigation, the driver was found to be in possession of a
substantial amount of marijuana, THC liquid vials, and other edible THC products that
were packaged in a way that made the state trooper suspicious that the marijuana was
intended for distribution. Several of the bags of THC edibles were actually labeled with
individual’s names. It is assumed that these individual were the intended recipients of
the marijuana infused products. The vehicle was traveling from Colorado to
Minnesota.8
Destination Unknown: March 2017, Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped a vehicle
from Colorado which was southbound I-29. The Colroado driver would not discolse
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where he was traveling to. After several indicators of criminal behavior were noted, a
search of the vehicle yielded 26 lbs. of marijuana concelaed inside a red duffel bag on
the back seat. 13
Missouri: May 2017, Kansas Highway Patrol stopped a car hauler traveling from
Denver, Colorado to Missouri. A subsequent search of one of the vehicles being hauled
yielded 50 lbs. of high-grade marijuana. 14
New York Distribution: January 2016, Ohio State Patrol stopped a vehicle traveling
eastbound along I-70 in Madison County, Ohio. After displaying suspicious behavior
when interacting with the state trooper, a canine search was performed on the vehicle.
The canine indicated a positive response on the vehicle, and a full search ensued.
During the search, 123 lbs. of marijuana were discovered in rubber totes in the rear
storage area of the vehicle along with a vacuum sealer machine. The vehicle was
traveling from Colorado to New York. 8
Flying to Buy Colorado Marijuana: April 2016, a Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper
stopped an eastbound vehicle traveling along I-70. Upon investigation, the sole
occupant was found to be in possession of 4.3 lbs. of marijuana, 158 marijuana edibles,
and 8 ounces of a THC infused drink. The driver had flown from his home in
Pennsylvania and through a third-party had obtained a one way rental from Aurora,
Colorado. After buying the recreational marijuana products, the driver was
transporting the product to his home state (Pennsylvania). 8
Note: Flying to Colorado and driving back home is a common method for illegally transporting marijuana out of
state.
South Carolina Dealer Uses Rental Vehicle: March 2017, Kansas Highway Patrol
stopped a vehicle traveling eastbound along I-70 in Goodland, Kansas. After a short
roadside investigation, the driver of the vehicle was found to be in possession of 13 lbs.
of marijuana, 101 THC vapor cartridges, and 378 fl. oz. of THC infused beverages (20
individual drinks). The driver had rented the vehicle four days prior. He had driven
from South Carolina to Colorado, and was headed back to South Carolina when he had
been stopped in Kansas. 8
Note: Rental vehicles are commonly used to buy and transport Colorado marijuana out of state.
Marijuana and Concentrate to Iowa: In February 2017, Kansas Highway Patrol stopped
a vehicle traveling from Loveland, Colorado to Iowa. A search of the vehicle yielded 25
lbs. of marijuana and 1 lb. of THC shatter. 15
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Sources
1 Chuck Hickey, “Dozens of indictments in largest illegal marijuana trafficking ring
bust since legalization,” KDVR-TV Channel 2 Denver, June 28, 2017,
<http://kdvr.com/2017/06/28/62-people-12-businesses-indicted-in-largest-illegal-
marijuana-ring-bust-in-colorado-history/>, accessed June 28, 2017.
2 Michael Roberts, “Scott Pack Indicted in Colorado Pot Biz’s Largest Fraud Case
Ever, Attorney Says,” Westword, June 14, 2017, <http://www.westword.com/news/scott-
pack-indicted-in-huge-colorado-marijuana-fraud-case-9156890>, accessed August 11,
2017.
3 Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office, April 14, 2016, “Arrests Made in South Pueblo
County Illegal Marijuana Grow,” <http://www.sheriff.co.pueblo.co.us/pio/?p=2405>,
accessed July 26, 2017.
4 Jesse Paul, “Eight of 16 people indicted in Colorado marijuana trafficking operation
listed as having state pot licenses,” The Denver Post, March 24, 2017,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2017/03/24/denver-marijuana-smuggling-operation-
medical-marijuana-licenses/http://www.denverpost.com/2017/03/24/denver-marijuana-
smuggling-operation-medical-marijuana-licenses/>, accessed April 19, 2017.
5 Rocky Mountain HIDTA Task Force Quarterly Reports, Calendar Year 2016-2017.
6 Danielle Kreutter, “Marijuana bust in northeast Colorado Springs,” July 12, 2017,
<http://www.kktv.com/content/news/DEA-search-warrant-in--434154383.html>,
accessed July 26, 2017.
7 Jesse Paul, “Colorado deputy finds 180 pounds of marijuana mixed in with tractor-
trailer’s onion load,” The Denver Post, December 8, 2016,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2016/12/08/colorado-deputy-finds-180-pounds-of-
marijuana-mixed-in-with-tractor-trailers-onion-load/>, accessed December 8, 2016.
8 El Paso Intelligence Center, National Seizure System. Data pull August 28th, 2017.
9 The Associated Press, “Motorhome carrying 100 pounds of pot seized in
Tennessee,” August 28, 2016, <http://www.denverpost.com/2016/08/28/motorhome-100-
pounds-marijuana-seized-tennessee/>, accessed August 28, 2016.
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10 RMHIDTA Quarterly Report. Colorado Criminal Interdiction, 1st Quarter 2016.
11 Ohio State Highway Patrol Report of Investigation, via e-mail dated July 31st, 2017;
accessed August 1st, 2017.
12 Ohio State Highway Patrol Report of Investigation, via e-mail dated July 13th,
2017; accessed July 22nd, 2017.
13 Midwest HIDTA Interdiction Bulletin 2017-47.
14 Midwest HIDTA Interdiction Bulletin 2017-84.
15 Midwest HIDTA Interdiction Bulletin 2017-26.
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Some Findings
Seizures of Colorado marijuana in the U.S. mail has increased 844 percent from
an average of 52 parcels (2009-2012) to 491 parcels (2013-2016) in the four-year
average that recreational marijuana has been legal.
Seizures of Colorado marijuana in the U.S. mail has increased 914 percent from
an average of 97 pounds (2009-2012) to 984 pounds (2013-2016) in the four-year
average that recreational marijuana has been legal.
Data from U.S. Postal Service
NOTE: THESE FIGURES ONLY REFLECT PACKAGES SEIZED; THEY DO NOT INCLUDE PACKAGES
OF COLORADO MARIJUANA THAT WERE MAILED AND REACHED THE INTENDED
DESTINATION. INTERDICTION EXPERTS BELIEVE THE PACKAGES SEIZED WERE JUST THE
“TIP OF THE ICEBERG.”
SOURCE: United States Postal Inspection Service, Prohibited Mailing of Narcotics
0
100
200
300
400
500
(2009-2012)
Pre-Recreational Legalization
(2013-2016)
Post-Recreational Legalization
52
491
Average Number of ParcelsAverage Number of Parcels Containing
Marijuana Mailed from Colorado
to Another State
844% Increase
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SOURCE: United States Postal Inspection Service, Prohibited Mailing of Narcotics
SOURCE: United States Postal Inspection Service, Prohibited Mailing of Narcotics
0
200
400
600
800
1000
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
0 15 36
158
207
320
581
854
Number of ParcelsParcels Containing Marijuana Mailed
from Colorado to Another State
Legalization
0
200
400
600
800
1000
(2009-2012)
Pre-Recreational Legalization
(2013-2016)
Post-Recreational Legalization
97
984
Average PoundsAverage Pounds of Colorado Marijuana
Seized by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service
914% Increase
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SOURCE: United States Postal Inspection Service, Prohibited Mailing of Narcotics
SOURCE: United States Postal Inspection Service, Prohibited Mailing of Narcotics
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
0 57.20 68.20
262.00
493.05 469.91
1,247.00
1,725.51
Number of PoundsPounds of Colorado Marijuana Seized by
the U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Legalization
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
0
10
24
29
33
38 40 41
Number of Different StatesNumber of States Destined to Receive
Marijuana Mailed from Colorado
Legalization
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Private Parcel Companies
There are courier delivery service companies, with locations throughout the
country, from which Colorado marijuana destined for other states has been
seized. Unlike the U.S. Postal Service, a central data system does not exist for
these various private couriers.
Several HIDTA regions were asked about parcel interdictions of marijuana from
Colorado during calendar year 2016. The following data were provided by those
HIDTA regions, although they do not represent 100% reporting for any state or region:
Chicago: There were a total of 23 separate parcel interdictions in which Colorado
marijuana, edibles, and/or marijuana concentrates (THC/wax) were seized by law
enforcement. Totaling more than 47 lbs. of product, Chicago region law enforcement
estimates the street value of products seized to be approximately $420,000.
Houston: 6 packages of Colorado marijuana, weighing 5.3 lbs.
Midwest: 18 packages of Colorado marijuana weighing 9.3 lbs.
North Florida: 25 packages of Colorado marijuana, hashish and concentrated THC
were seized, totaling 64 lbs.
Ohio: 15 packages of Colorado marijuana, hash oil, concentrated THC wax and
edibles were seized, weighing approximately 30 lbs.
Washington/Baltimore: 25 packages containing over 37 lbs. of Colorado marijuana
and/or THC concentrates were seized.
Rocky Mountain: (packages destined outside of Colorado) 75 packages in total,
which included 132 lbs. of marijuana products, and 89 individual edible products
(brownies, candies, bars, etc.), and 6 live plants.
When asked where the packages were destined, it was reported that these marijuana
packages are being shipped all over the United States and out of the country. The
furthest destination noted was the United Kingdom.
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Case Examples
From the Mountains to the Beach: In March of 2016, over 11 lbs. of high-grade
marijuana was seized as it was being transported by FedEx Express. The marijuana was
sent from Aspen, Colorado to Neptune Beach, Florida. 1
$12,000 Worth of Marijuana in the Mail: In December of 2016, over 6 lbs. of marijuana
was seized as it was being transported by United Parcel Service (UPS). The marijuana
was mailed from Grand Junction, Colorado to Riviera Beach, Florida. 1
New Year’s Gift from Longmont, CO: In January of 2017, over 6.5 lbs. of high-grade
marijuana were seized as it was being transported by FedEx Express. The marijuana
was mailed from Longmont, Colorado to Jacksonville Beach, Florida. 1
Sending “Green” from Evergreen, CO: In March of 2017, 13 lbs. of high-grade
marijuana was seized as it was being transported by UPS. The marijuana was mailed
from Evergreen, Colorado to Atlantic Beach, Florida. 1
Headed to the Atlantic: In June of 2017, over 8.5 lbs. of high-grade marijuana was
seized as it was being transported by FedEx Ground. The marijuana was sent from
Littleton, Colorado to Jacksonville Beach, Florida. 1
Arvada Man Gets One Year in Prison for Mailing Edibles: On February 18, 2017, 27
year-old Stephen Paul Anderson was sentenced to serve a year and one day in federal
prison and three years of community supervised release for sending boxes of illegal
marijuana edibles through the U.S. Postal Service. Anderson, who moved from Texas
to Colorado, was manufacturing highly concentrated THC oil in his basement using an
open flame fueled by a propane tank. This method of extracting oil has led to multiple
fires and explosions throughout the Denver area. 2
Seizure of Marijuana-Filled Parcels Increasing: Police Chief Aaron Jimenez (St. Ann
Police, Missouri) was recently interviewed by a St. Louis news media outlet. The article
mentioned, “pounds upon pounds of high-grade marijuana are being shipped to the St.
Louis area from states where the drug is legal.”
Jimenez explained how it was not always that way. “We might’ve had 5 to 10 maybe
in a year, but since I’ve started the narcotics unit here, I can tell you within the last year,
these guys probably get one or two a week.”
U.S. Postal Inspector Dan Taylor said, “Just here in the St. Louis area, our postal
inspectors have seized over 1,200 pounds of marijuana, from the mail, in the last year.
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We’ve become very good at identifying these packages.” It is worth noting that this
amount of seized marijuana equates to over 32 pounds a day.
According to police, “marijuana is most commonly sent from Colorado and
California, but the packages nearly always have fake names and addresses.” 3
Second Bust of Illegal Grow, Same Two People Arrested on the Same Property:
“Nearly 150 marijuana plants, packaged marijuana and firearms were seized from a
property that has been busted before for illegally growing marijuana. The two arrested
were the same two busted nearly a year ago.” While the El Paso Sheriff’s office led the
operation, agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration assisted with the
investigation and seizure of the marijuana plants, cash, grow equipment, and four
firearms. Of note, investigators found several packages of processed marijuana located
in numerous United States Postal Services boxes, which appeared to be nearly ready to
ship. According to the August article published by KKTV, the Colorado Springs news
outlet, “The DEA estimates there was between $25,000 to $30,000 worth of lighting
equipment inside the single grow house. The marijuana seized has an estimated value
greater than $125,000.” 4
Home Improvement Goods: In November of 2016, the North Metro Task Force (NMTF)
intercepted a package to be shipped via UPS that contained 18.5lbs of marijuana
packaged in a Home Depot bucket. The package was being shipped to an address in
Stanley, North Carolina. The investigation has resulted in the arrest of two suspects. 5
Heading South: In November of 2016, the North Metro Task Force (NMTF) intercepted
a UPS shipment that contained 7.5lbs of marijuana and marijuana edibles. The two
packages within the shipment were addressed to Dallas, Texas, and Magnolia, Texas. 5
April Fools’ Delivery: In April of 2017, the North Metro Task Force (NMTF) intercepted
a package shipped via UPS that contained over 23lbs of marijuana. The package was
being shipped to an address in Malden, Massachusetts. With the help of the Malden
Police Department, a coordinated investigation took place which resulted in the arrest
of a single suspect. 5
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Sources
1 North Florida HIDTA Information Bulletins, Package Interdiction Summaries.
Received July 25th, 2017.
2 Kirk Mitchell, “Arvada man who used post office to distribute marijuana edibles
sentenced to a year and a day,” The Denver Post, February 22, 2017,
<http://www.denverpost.com/2017/02/22/arvada-man-usps-marijuana-edibles/>,
accessed April 19, 2017.
3 Rebecca Roberts, “Seizure of marijuana filled parcels increasing,” Fox 2 Now/St.
Louis, June 17, 2017, <http://fox2now.com/2014/06/17/seizure-of-marijuana-filled-
parcels-increasing/>, accessed August 17, 2017.
4 Khloe Keeler, “2nd bust of illegal grow, same 2 people arrested on the same
property,” KKTV/11 News, August 8, 2017,
<http://www.kktv.com/content/news/Illegal-grow-bust-guns-and-marijuana-seized-in-
El-Paso-County-438387943.html>, accessed August 10, 2017.
5 Rocky Mountain HIDTA Task Force Quarterly Reports, Calendar Year 2016-2017.
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SECTION 9: Related Data
Topics
Crime
Revenue
Event Planners’ Views of Denver
Homeless
Suicides
THC Potency
Marijuana Use and Alcohol Consumption
Medical Marijuana Registry
Licensed Marijuana Businesses
Business Comparisons
Demand and Market Size
Reported Sales of Marijuana
Price of Marijuana
Local Response to the Medical and Recreational Marijuana Industry in Colorado
NOTE: SOME OF THE DATA REPORTED IN THIS SECTION IS BECAUSE THERE HAVE BEEN SO
MANY INQUIRIES ON THE PARTICULAR SUBJECT, SUCH AS CRIME AND SUICIDES. THIS
IS NOT TO INFER THAT THE DATA IS DUE TO THE LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA.
Some Findings
Crime in Denver increased 6 percent from 2014 to 2016 and crime in Colorado
increased 11 percent from 2013 to 2016.
Colorado annual tax revenue from the sale of recreational and medical marijuana
was 0.8 percent of Colorado’s total statewide budget (FY2017).
As of June 2017, there were 491 retail marijuana stores in the state of Colorado
compared to 392 Starbucks and 208 McDonald’s.
66 percent of local jurisdictions have banned medical and recreational marijuana
businesses.
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Crime
SOURCE: Colorado Bureau of Investigation, http://crimeinco.cbi.state.co.us/
Colorado Crime From 2009 to 2012 From 2013 to 2016
Property Crime Increased 4.1% Increased 8.3%
Violent Crime Increased 1.2% Increased 18.6%
All Crime Increased 3.4% Increased 10.8%
SOURCE: Colorado Bureau of Investigation, http://crimeinco.cbi.state.co.us/
0
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Property Crimes 132,212 131,141 132,623 131,800 136,483 138,275 133,927 141,634 149,713
Violent Crimes 41,914 43,680 43,589 43,875 44,209 45,583 47,911 51,478 54,052Number of CrimesColorado Crime
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SOURCE: City and County of Denver, Denver Police Department, Crime Statistics and Maps, April 2016
0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 40,000
2009
2010
2011
2012
*2013
*2014
*2015
*2016
6,604
6,655
6,881
7,255
8,722
10,103
10,566
10,699
30,371
29,551
31,719
32,553
32,078
31,534
33,714
34,168
Number of Crimes
City and County of Denver Crime
Property Crimes Violent Crimes
*In May 2013 the Denver Police Department implemented the Unified Summons and Complaint
(US&C) process. This process unifies multiple types of paper
citations, excluding traffic tickets, into an electronic process. That information is transmitted to the
Denver Sheriff, County Court, City Attorney and District
Attorney through a data exchange platform as needed. As a result of this process a reported
offense is generated which was previously not captured in
National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS).
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Crime in Denver (City and County)
2013 2014 2015 2016
*All Reported Crimes
(To include all categories
listed below)
55,115 ** 61,276 64,317 64,736
*Denver Crime From 2014 to 2016
Crimes Against Persons Increased 6%
Crimes Against Property Increased 8%
Crimes Against Society Increased 31%
All Other Offenses Decreased 9%
All Denver Crimes Increased 6%
* Actual number of crimes in Denver
** New process began in May 2013 and 2013 data is not comparable to 2014-2016
SOURCE: City and County of Denver, Denver Police Department, Crime Statistics and Maps, April 2016
SOURCE: Denver Police Department, Traffic Operations Bureau/Vice/Drug Bureau via Data Analysis Unit
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
8
184
770 762
590
Number of Arrests/CitationsDenver Police Department
Unlawful Public Display/Consumption
of Marijuana
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SOURCE: Boulder Police Department, Records and Information Services
NOTE: THE CITY OF BOULDER DID NOT HAVE A MUNICIPAL STATUTE SPECIFIC TO PUBLIC
CONSUMPTION OF MARIJUANA UNTIL MID-2013.
Case Examples
“Marijuana is the Gateway Drug to Homicide”: After indicting thirteen people
involved in illegally distributing around 200 pounds of marijuana District Attorney Dan
May stated in a public announcement, “Colorado Springs Police Department… had 22
homicides in Colorado Springs last year, 2016. Eight of those were directly marijuana.”
During the public announcement May explained that authorities are overwhelmed
having to deal with the crime that is associated with marijuana and claimed that
“marijuana is the gateway drug to homicide.” 1
Homicides have “Marijuana Nexus”: Colorado Springs is Colorado’s second largest
urban area located in El Paso County. Neither the city nor the county permit the sale of
recreational marijuana but both allow medical marijuana. Even so, the Colorado
Springs Police Department stated 11 of the 59 homicides that occurred in Colorado
Springs between 2015 and early 2017 have a “marijuana nexus.” According to the
0
50
100
150
200
2013 2014 2015 2016
72
129
151
199
Number of CitationsBoulder Police Department
Marijuana Public Consumption Citations
17% Increase79% Increase 32% Increase
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report, “In most cases robbery of marijuana was a motive or the victim was killed
during a marijuana narcotics transaction.” 2
Pot Deal Ends in Gunfire when Buyer Realizes they Bought Broccoli: Local Colorado
drug dealers, Tercell Davis and Sababu Colbert-Evans, “accepted $10,000 for a
marijuana sale, but Davis substituted broccoli for the pot.” Both parties had already
driven off when the buyers realized they had actually purchased broccoli instead of
marijuana. The buyers noticed they had been duped and arranged another meeting
with Davis using a different name. The next night they all met up again and “an
argument broke out, and Colbert-Evans and Davis fired 11 shots at the fleeing would-be
buyers. One was hit in the torso.” 3
Texas Trio Charged with Murder during Marijuana Robbery: Three individuals from
Texas were charged with first-degree murder while attempting to rob David Gaytan in
May 2017. The shooting that lead to the death of David Gaytan occurred at a mobile
home park in Lightner Creek, Colorado. District Attorney Christian Champagne, in a
response to the shooting, stated,
Colorado voters have clearly stated they are in favor of legalized marijuana…
which makes the state a target for people with nefarious intent from other states.
It’s a problem; I don’t know where the solution is…, I think it’s important that
we send a message that we’re taking it very seriously, and people who come
from other states to commit crimes in our community are going to be dealt with
very seriously, and that’s how we’re approaching it. 4
At Least Eleven Pot-Related Homicides Since Legalization: In response to the recent
conviction of Shawn Geerdes, an owner of a shared marijuana grow who murdered his
business partner, a local Colorado District Attorney indicated that there have been “at
least eleven pot-related homicides since legalization.” District Attorney George
Brauchler claimed that “since the passage of Amendment 64, jurisdictions across the
state have noted significant violent crime related to marijuana cultivation and
distribution.” In addition to homicide, he noted that there are additional crimes such as
“robbery, burglary, and attempted-murder cases in our community also motivated by
marijuana.” 5
Triple Homicide at Illegal Marijuana Grow: 24-year-old Garrett Coughlin was charged
with six counts of first degree murder after being accused of killing 3 people in Boulder
County. Police believed “the home was specifically targeted” by Coughlin on April 13,
2017. Witnesses told investigators they “saw Coughlin with large amounts of marijuana
packaged in a manner consistent with the marijuana owned by the victims, as well as
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large amounts of cash following the homicides.” Over 100 plants were found at the
murder location.6, 7
A Troubling Weakness in Colorado Marijuana Enforcement: Former Colorado
Marijuana Enforcement Officer, Renee Rayton, was recently indicted due to her
involvement in shipping millions of dollars worth of marijuana outside the state.
Within weeks after leaving her state employment she was working for a shell company,
Harmony & Green. “Harmony & Green…bought legal pot cultivation licenses and
tricked investors into helping finance the scheme.” In addition to breaking state and
federal law by shipping marijuana outside of Colorado, Rayton also breached a specific
policy that prevents “former regulators from working in the industries they oversaw for
six months.”
During her time with Harmony & Green, Rayton reportedly bragged about knowing
someone at the Colorado Department of Revenue who would help the company “get
legal.” According to investigators assigned to the case, it is doubtful that she was
unaware of the “duplicitous practices that were lining her pocket,” given her vast
regulatory field experience.
Although Colorado’s Enforcement Division was correct in asking the Colorado
Bureau of Investigation to conduct an independent investigation, this example of an
Enforcement Officer gone bad highlights the complexities and challenges involved in
regulating recreational marijuana. This case made it pretty clear that the “Department
of Revenue should launch a review of its enforcement division’s practices and ensure,
through education and otherwise, that its regulators can be trusted.”8
County Official Arrested Over Illegal Pot Grow: According to investigators, Ted
Archibeque, the elected Eagle County surveyor, and his brother Thomas Archibeque are
“suspected of knowingly allowing the cultivation/manufacturing of marijuana” at an
illegal grow. Local officials and the DEA served a warrant to a property owned by Ted
Archibeque and found “28 growing plants and 65 pounds of processed marijuana” they
also observed “what appeared like recent construction of multiple greenhouses and an
airfield.” According to Kris Friel, an Eagle County spokeswoman, “Ted is still the
county surveyor” because as an elected position “there is no provision for placing the
surveyor on administrative suspension.” 9
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Revenue
SOURCE: Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting
SOURCE: Department of Revenue, Monthly Marijuana Taxes, Licenses and Fees Transfers and
Distribution, 2016
NOTE: FIGURES DO NOT INCLUDE ANY CITY TAXES; THE STATE DOES NOT ASSESS OR
COLLECT THOSE TAXES.
Colorado's Statewide Budget,
Fiscal Year 2017
Marijuana Tax Revenue*
(Medical and Recreational) = 0.8%
*Revenue from marijuana taxes as a portion of Colorado's total statewide budget
0
50,000,000
100,000,000
150,000,000
200,000,000
2.9% Regular
Sales
10% Special
Sales
15% Excise Total 2016 Taxes
23,986,490
83,750,123
59,420,537
167,157,150
12,462,467 NA NA 12,462,467DollarsTotal Revenue from Marijuana Taxes,
Calendar Year 2016
Retail Marijuana Taxes Medical Marijuana Taxes
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Case Example
Falling Marijuana Prices Mean Trouble for States that Have Legalized: As more time
elapses since marijuana legalization, prices for marijuana are expected to continue to
drop. However, states like Colorado “that tax legal marijuana sales based solely on
price” may begin to have budgetary issues. “The progression of marijuana prices over
time in Colorado perfectly parallels the pattern in Washington after that state legalized:
Prices briefly spiked due to initial supply shortages, but then began dropping as the
marijuana industry matured and expanded. Wholesale prices in Colorado tumbled 24.5
percent over the past year to $1,471 per pound.” While prices dropping may be good for
consumers it may not be good for Colorado as “sinking prices translate automatically
into sinking tax revenue per sale.” In order for Colorado to compensate for this
reduction and ensure that tax revenue remains the same, it will need to “have
substantially increased sales volume.” However, increasing consumption comes with its
own risks “such as more auto accidents by drivers who are stoned, an increase in heavy
cannabis users dropping out of school, and so on. If the state adopts measures to cut
soaring consumption, it will by definition lose tax revenue, potentially making the
recreational marijuana system unable to pay for its own regulatory costs.” 10
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Event Planners’ Views of Denver
SOURCE: VISIT DENVER, Impacts of the Downtown Environment on the Tourism Industry and Visitor
Perceptions report
VISIT DENVER is the marketing organization for the city and it measures, records
and reports hundreds of data points, to include safety trends and feedback received
from convention and leisure visitors. Based on data collected they came away with
three key takeaways:
1. “The downtown environment is the #1 complaint from meeting planners, far
surpassing any other categories. The severity of this issue has increased and as
of 2014 nearly 50% of meeting planners negatively commented on homeless,
youth, panhandling, safety, cleanliness, and drugs including public marijuana
consumption.”
2. “Denver ranks very high on walkability, affordability, facilities, and other
factors. However, Denver as a ‘safe city’ ranks significantly lower according to
interviews with key convention planners conducted by an independent third-
party.”
3. “Denver is losing visitors and valuable convention business as a result of these
overall safety (or perception of safety) issues. Unfortunately, word is beginning
to spread among meeting planners about the safety challenges Denver is facing.
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As the market organization for the city, we fear not being able to brand Denver
away from this growing reputation.”
Comments made by the Colorado Convention Center clients and visitors to Denver:
“I’m sorry but I would never consider putting attendees in danger by holding
a convention in your city. We are staying at Embassy Suites downtown on
16th, and last night witnessed a group of about 30 teenagers attack a man
walking along 16th street. I am told this is not an unusual occurrence. The
homeless situation is very sad, and public streets reek of weed. The Denver
police should be more alert to large groups of minors congregating on city
streets attacking tourists. My feedback from this meeting will be to never
locate here again; I have felt much safer in downtown NYC, Philly, Seattle,
and Chicago.”
“I am a 5th generation Colorado native. I am downtown for a national
convention and within 10 minutes of walking to the Convention Center I was
so disheartened: I didn’t feel safe and it was 2:00 in the afternoon. I passed
drunks, disheveled people, smelled weed being smoked in the open. It was
disgusting and I thought so this is where the current government is taking us.
I use [sic] to be so proud of Denver and Colorado; today I was heart sick and
embarrassed, knowing I’d be apologizing to colleagues coming from other
states that didn’t have sanctuary cities, legalized pot etc. Mayor Hancock,
you need to rethink what you’re doing before the Denver that was beautiful
and safe is gone.”
“This client chose to contract with the Hyatt Regency San Antonio. I would
like to share with you why Denver dropped off his list. This client does a lot
of business in Denver and was disappointed to see, in his opinion, how things
have changed in the city since marijuana was legalized. He says he sees lots
of people walking around looking ‘out of it’ and does not want to expose his
attendees to this. I hope you don’t mind the honestly [sic] but I wanted you
to know exactly ‘why’.”
“Greetings, we wanted to pass along some comments based on a national
meeting we hosted for our industry in Denver in July [2015]. It was held with
delegates arriving as early as July 11 and continued through July 15. This is a
meeting of industry executives and business owners from around the entire
country. The meeting was headquartered at the Sheraton downtown. The
chairman commented, ‘We will most likely not return to Denver based on the
current situation with all the street people.’ This was followed up by
comments from the President who echoed these comments about a reluctance
to return to Denver based on the condition of the City and the abundance of
homeless people walking the mall and in and about the downtown area. The
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attendees were also less than complementary with Denver and in particular
the downtown area. Some of the comments received from attendee in survey
after the conference were:
o ‘Denver seems less safe now that pot is legalized.’
o ‘Don’t have a meeting in downtown Denver…what a depressing
downtown area.’
o ‘The neighborhood had way too many vagrants. I don’t remember
Denver being that bad.’
o ‘Poor area, lots of crime as we sat outside on a patio on the 16th Street
mall on Sunday evening having a beer, I turned my head to look at a
television, when I turned back a street person was drinking my beer. I
am sure this is not an image Denver wants portrayed around the
country.’”
Homeless
How Recreational Weed is attracting People, but Spiking the State’s Homeless Rate:
An article written in the summer of 2016 described the journey of a young man from a
small town in Texas to the Southern Colorado town of Pueblo. In the first half of a two-
part article, Devin Butts describes his journey to Colorado which was made largely due
to the current recreational marijuana laws. “He’d come to Colorado…because he’d
decided that cannabis would be the only indulgence he would keep as he tore himself
away from all the other, far more dangerous substances and habits he was used to.”
Devin is not alone in his journey to Colorado; in fact, there are many others that
have followed a similar fate and ended up in one of Colorado’s overcrowded homeless
shelters while trying to make a new future.
At Denver’s St. Francis Center day shelter, executive director Tom Luehrs said a
survey conducted by a grad student last year found that between 17 and 20
percent of the 350 or so new people the center was seeing each month said they’d
come to the area in part because of medical marijuana. If anything, said Luehrs
and his colleagues, that figure is low. At the nearby Salvation Army Crossroads
Shelter, an informal survey of 500 newcomers in the summer of 2014 determined
that nearly 30 percent were there because of cannabis. 11
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Marijuana Legalization: Pot Brings Poor People to Colorado, but What’s Being Done
To Help Them?: In the second part of a summer 2016 article written to describe the
journey of a young man to Colorado, Devin Butts describes his newfound perspective.
Devin, along with hundreds of other individuals who relocated to Colorado in pursuit
of marijuana-related opportunities, found that the journey isn’t quite what he was
hoping for – especially with regards to finding employment.
The vice president of communications and public policy for the Colorado Coalition
for the Homeless spoke about hourly wage requirements to live in Denver, which is bad
news for marijuana migrants looking for work. According to Cathy Alderman,
“Workers need to make at least $19 an hour to afford housing in the Denver area. But
marijuana trimmers usually start at around $10 an hour, and budtenders working in the
dispensaries often don’t make much more than that.” This news, along with the fact
that Colorado’s housing market has been skyrocketing, seems to indicate significant
challenges for those hoping to move to Colorado in pursuit of greater futures.
Relatedly, an unexpected consequence of the legalization of recreational marijuana
is the surge in the homeless population in many Colorado cities. Recently, the city of
Aurora pledged $4.5 million in cannabis revenue to homeless programs – certainly an
unforeseen cost. Although this might seem to be a step in the right direction in order to
help those in need, it might also signal a trend in government spending and population
dependency at least partially brought-on by the legalization of recreational marijuana. 12
Denver on ‘breaking point’ with homeless population: A Salvation Army Captain
recently spoke with reporters about the growing homeless population. Captain Eric
Wilkerson said that the cause is most likely what many Denver citizens suspect, the
cause is marijuana. “People are coming here from out of state to smoke weed,” a trend
that hasn’t gone unnoticed by many of Colorado’s residents.
Additionally, “The city of Denver is not denying legal marijuana has resulted in an
increase in homelessness.” In an email from a local social services employee, it was said
that “While there isn’t a formal study on the issue, many service providers for those
experiencing homelessness tell us, anecdotally, that 20 (percent) to 30 percent of people
they encounter who are moving to Colorado tell them that they are moving here, in
part, because of legalized marijuana or to try to find work in the industry.”
Although the city of Denver has pledged large sums of money to those in need of
affordable housing, a local branding and marketing expert expressed her concern that
we get ahead of this growing trend as the last thing she wants is for her city to have the
perception of a “homeless problem.” 13
Legalized Marijuana Turns Colorado Resort Town into Homeless Magnet: Several
people holding cardboard signs can be seen lining the sidewalks and streets of
Durango, CO. Durango is a picturesque, upscale community where many businesses
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rely on tourism. The city has recently become overrun with transients and panhandlers,
many of them people between the ages of 20-30. One resident and business owner
mentioned “most of the kids here are from out of state, and I would say it has a lot to do
with the legalized pot.” The small city has also experienced an increase in crime,
placing its property crime rate 12 percent higher than the national average.14
Suicide Data
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Colorado Violent Death
Reporting System
0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%
Marijuana
Alcohol
Amphetamine
Cocaine
Opioid
Antidepressant
16.30%
8.70%
4.70%
2.30%
4.70%
4.70%
17.40%
11.70%
2.30%
1.90%
6.60%
4.20%
13.50%
12.00%
3.80%
0.00%
0.00%
3.80%
Percent
Average Toxicology of Suicides Among
Adolescents Ages 10 to 19 Years Old
(With Known Toxicology)
2006-2008
Pre-Commercialization
2009-2012
Post-Commercialization
2013-2015
Legalization
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Colorado Violent Death
Reporting System
Marijuana is the only substance where youth, ages 10 to 19, have a
higher percentage than adults, ages 20 and older.
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
Marijuana Alcohol Amphetamine Cocaine Opiod Antidepressant
16.3%
8.7%
4.7%2.3%
4.7%4.7%
15.8%
38.6%
6.8%
2.8%
20.0%17.4%Percent of SuicidesAverage Toxicology Results by Age Group,
2013-2015
Ages 10 to 19 Ages 20+
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THC Potency
SOURCE: Potency Monitoring Program, Quarterly Report Number 135, National Center for Natural
Products Research (NCNPR) at the University of Mississippi, under contract with the National
Institute on Drug Abuse.
The average potency for buds/flower in Colorado is 17.1 percent. 15
3.96%
4.51%
5.01%
4.91%
4.60%
5.34%
6.11%
7.20%
7.15%
8.14%
8.02%
8.76%
9.58%
9.93%
9.75%
10.36%
11.13%
12.27%
11.99%12.09%
11.04%
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015Average THC PercentNational Average THC Potency
Submitted Cannabis Samples
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SOURCE: Potency Monitoring Program, Quarterly Report Number 135, National Center for Natural
Products Research (NCNPR) at the University of Mississippi, under contract with the National
Institute on Drug Abuse.
The average potency for concentrates in Colorado is 62.1 percent. 15
13.23%
12.82%
18.20%
15.78%
16.21%
28.58%
19.44%
22.51%
15.54%
31.32%
6.40%
18.74%
24.85%
6.73%
12.71%
36.16%
35.28%
53.52%
49.98%
50.79%
55.85%
0.00%
10.00%
20.00%
30.00%
40.00%
50.00%
60.00%199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015Average THC PercentNational Average THC Potency
Submitted Hash Oil Samples
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Alcohol Consumption
It has been suggested that legalizing marijuana would reduce alcohol
consumption. Thus far that theory is not supported by the data.
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Revenue, Colorado Liquor Excise Tax
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Revenue, Colorado Liquor Excise Tax
130,000,000
132,000,000
134,000,000
136,000,000
138,000,000
140,000,000
142,000,000
144,000,000
Pre-Legalization
2010-2012
Post-Legalization
2013-2016
136,364,158
143,777,836
GallonsColorado Average Consumption of Alcohol
130,000,000
132,000,000
134,000,000
136,000,000
138,000,000
140,000,000
142,000,000
144,000,000
146,000,000
148,000,000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
135,824,179
136,778,438
136,489,856
143,468,372
141,184,231
142,970,403
147,488,339
GallonsColorado Consumption of Alcohol
Legalization
5% Increase
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Medical Marijuana Registry 16
Medical Marijuana Registry Identification Cards
December 31, 2009 – 41,039
December 31, 2010 – 116,198
December 31, 2011 – 82,089
December 31, 2012 – 108,526
December 31, 2013 – 110,979
December 31, 2014 – 115,467
December 31, 2015 – 107,534
December 31, 2016 – 94,577
Profile of Colorado Medical Marijuana Cardholders:
Age of cardholder
o 63 percent male, with an average age of 43 years
o 0.3 percent between the ages of 0 and 17
o 46 percent between the ages of 18 and 40
21 percent between the ages of 21 and 30
Reporting medical condition of cardholder
o 93 percent report severe pain as the medical condition
o 6 percent collectively report cancer, glaucoma and HIV/AIDS
o 3 percent report seizures
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SOURCE: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Medical Marijuana Statistics
NOTE: TOTAL DOES NOT EQUAL 100 PERCENT AS SOME PATIENTS REPORT USING MEDICAL
MARIJUANA FOR MORE THAN ONE DEBILITATING MEDICAL CONDITION.
0%
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20%
30%
40%
50%
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90%
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Cachexia Cancer Glaucoma HIV /
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1%4%1%1%
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93%Percent of PatientsPercent of Medical Marijuana Patients Based
on Reporting Conditions, 2016
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Colorado Licensed Marijuana Businesses as of August 1st, 2017 17
Medical Marijuana:
759 marijuana cultivation facilities
507 medical marijuana centers (dispensaries)
255 infused products (edibles) businesses
14 testing facilities
Recreational Marijuana:
701 marijuana cultivation facilities
498 marijuana retail stores
273 infused product (edibles) businesses
13 testing facilities
Business Comparisons, June 2017
Figures for business comparisons were all acquired by June of 2017 for
comparable data.
SOURCE: Colorado Department of Revenue; Starbucks Coffee Company, Corporate Office Headquarters;
McDonalds Corporation, Corporate Office Headquarters
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Demand and Market Size 18
The Colorado Department of Revenue published a report in July 2014 called, “Market
Size and Demand for Marijuana in Colorado.” A follow-up to this report showed data
for 2015. Some of the information included:
Demand
In 2015, the established demand for marijuana by Colorado residents 21 years
and older is 134.7 metric tons (296,962.67 pounds) of marijuana.
In 2015, the estimated demand for marijuana by out-of-state visitors 21 years and
older is 14.0 metric tons (30,864.7 pounds).
Market Size
There are an estimated 569,000 Colorado adult regular marijuana users (at least
once per month).
Heavy users who consume marijuana nearly daily make up less than 25 percent
of the user population but account for 76.4 percent of the demand for marijuana.
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Marijuana Enforcement Division Reported Sales of Marijuana in Colorado 19, 20
In 2015:
144,537 pounds of medical marijuana flower
106,932 pounds of recreational marijuana flower
2,261,875 units of medical edible products
5,280,297 units of recreational edible products
In 2016:
159,998 pounds of medical marijuana flower
175,642 pounds of recreational marijuana flower
2,117,838 units of medical edible products
7,250,936 units of recreational edible products
A single ounce of marijuana, depending on the solvent type and production
method, can produce “between 347 and 413 edibles of 10 mg [THC] strength.”15
2017 Price of Marijuana
Marijuana prices as of July 2017 are based off a compilation of medical and recreational
prices from local dispensaries and averaged:
Area Gram Ounce
State Average $11.00 $191.00
Denver $11.00 $159.00
Boulder $13.00 $213.00
Fort Collins $11.00 $235.00
Colorado Springs* $8.00 $157.00
*Colorado Springs does not allow selling of recreational marijuana within city limits.
SOURCE: “Colorado marijuana prices for July 2017,” Marijuanarates.com, Accessed August 29, 2017
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Local Response to Medical and Recreational Marijuana in Colorado
Recreational Marijuana Business and Local Jurisdiction Response: 21, 22
SOURCE: Colorado Counties, Inc.; as of August 4th, 2017
*NOTE: THIS MAP SHOWS THE REGULATORY STATUSES OF UNINCORPORATED AREAS WITHIN
EACH COUNTY. MUNICIPALITIES WITHIN EACH COUNTY SET POLICY WITHIN THEIR
BOUNDARIES.
64 counties*
o 61 percent have prohibited or have a moratorium (39)
o 39 percent have allowed (25)
* Broomfield and Denver are both a city and county but included only once in county data.
243 municipalities (cities and incorporated areas) have taken action on the issue
o 72 percent have prohibited (167) or have a moratorium (8)
o 28 percent have allowed (68)
*
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Medical Marijuana Business and Local Jurisdiction Response: 21, 22
SOURCE: Colorado Counties, Inc.; as of July 31, 2017
*NOTE: THIS MAP SHOWS THE REGULATORY STATUSES OF UNINCORPORATED AREAS WITHIN
EACH COUNTY. MUNICIPALITIES WITHIN EACH COUNTY SET POLICY WITHIN THEIR
BOUNDARIES.
64 counties*
o 59 percent have prohibited or have a ban on new businesses (38)
o 41 percent have allowed (26)
* Broomfield and Denver are both a city and county but included only once in county data.
177 municipalities have taken action on the issue
o 65 percent have prohibited (115)
o 35 percent have allowed (62)
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Local Jurisdictions Reporting Marijuana Licensing Status
as of December 31, 2016 20
Medical and Retail Marijuana Banned 212
Medical Marijuana Licenses Only 18
Retail Marijuana Licenses Only 11
Medical and Retail Marijuana Licenses 79
SOURCE: Marijuana Enforcement Division, 2016 Annual Update
For Further Related Data See Page 158
66%6%
3%
25%
2016 Local Jurisdiction Licensing Status
Medical and Retail Banned
Medical Only
Retail Only
Medical and Retail Allowed
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Reports and Articles
Impaired Driving
Higher Levels of THC: In Colorado, the legal limit of THC in a driver’s blood is
5ng/mL. However, according to the Denver Post, “THC levels in drivers killed in
crashes in 2016 routinely reached levels of more than 30 ng/mL… [t]he year before,
levels only occasionally topped 5 ng/mL.” This trend has coroners concerned because
some are “uncertain about listing the presence of THC on a death certificate because of
doubts on what constitutes impairment.” Police Chief Jackson of Greenwood Village,
CO attributes the rise in THC levels of drivers to the rise in THC potency in marijuana
oils and concentrates. He states, “This is not your grandfather’s weed.” 1
Cannabis-Impaired Driving is a Public Health and Safety Concern: According to a
2015 study which aimed to examine some of the issues surrounding cannabis impaired
driving, “The percentage of weekend nighttime drivers with measureable Δ9-
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in blood or oral fluid increased to 12.6%, a 48% increase
since 2007.” With the recent recreational legalization of marijuana in multiple states, this
is likely a national trend we will see continue in the years to come. 2
Controlled Cannabis Vaporizer Administration with and without Alcohol:
Researchers behind a 2015 study examined the vaporization of cannabis both with and
without blood alcohol present in the systems of thirty-two regular cannabis smokers. As
noted in the Clinical Chemistry article, smoking is the most common administration
route of cannabis but the use of vaporization is increasing rapidly. The conclusions
section of the study stated that the significantly higher blood THC concentration values
in combination with blood alcohol “possibly explain[s] increased impairment observed
from cannabis-alcohol combinations.” The conclusions of this study further underscore
the complexities and issues that need to be closely examined, especially when
considering drugged driving legislation. 3
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Correlates of Marijuana Drugged Driving and Openness to Driving While High: A
2015 study funded and independently conducted by RTI International, a nonprofit
research and technical services organization, examined 865 Colorado and Washington
residents who self-reported using marijuana in the past 30 days. Two behaviors were
looked at among the group of study participants; any instances of driving while high in
the last year, and driving within 1 hour of using marijuana 5 or more times in the past
month.
Researchers found that the “Prevalence of past-year driving while under the
influence of marijuana was 43.6% among respondents.” Additionally, “The prevalence
of driving within 1 hour of using marijuana at least 5 times in the past month was
23.9%.”
Furthermore, it was concluded that “Interventions for reducing the incidence of
marijuana DUI are likely to be more successful by targeting safety perceptions related
to marijuana DUI rather than knowledge of DUI laws.” 4
A 2-Year Study of THC Concentrations in Drivers: A recent study aimed to examine
police and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluations with regards to driving under
the influence of marijuana. Researchers hoped to determine whether or not a correlation
exists between whole-blood THC concentrations and field sobriety test performance.
“As suspected, the findings of this study did not find a correlation between
performance on field sobriety tests and the concentration of THC tested in whole-blood
samples.” This information further adds to the discussion around marijuana use and
permissible driving limits. Much more research is needed in order to come up with
appropriate marijuana driving laws/legislation throughout the country.
Furthermore, the researchers concluded that, “The driving behaviors seen in THC-
impaired drivers are similar to those seen in alcohol-impaired drivers.” Contrary to
anecdotal accounts of “high” drivers being slow and cautious drivers, the most often
observed driving behaviors of study participants included speeding, the inability to
maintain lane position, and running red lights or stop signs. 5
57 Percent of Marijuana Users in Colorado Admit Driving within 2 Hours: A survey
conducted by the Colorado Department of Transportation discovered that 57 percent of
people who reported using marijuana drove within two hours after consumption. The
survey also indicated that, on average, those participants who reported consuming
marijuana and then driving within 2 hours did so on 11.7 of 30 days. By comparison, 38
percent of respondents who drank alcoholic beverages reported driving within 2 hours
after consumption and only reported doing so on 2.8 of 30 days. 6
DRE Examination Characteristics of Cannabis Impairment: The frequently-debated
5ng/mL blood THC per se cutoff has been the source of much controversy since
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legalized marijuana has hit the scene. In 2016, a study of Drug Recognition Expert
(DRE) characteristics of cannabis impairment further highlighted the “limited
relevance” of the 5ug/L cutoff. “Combined observations on psychophysical and eye
exams produced the best cannabis-impairment indicators.” Additionally, “No
significant differences were detected between cases with blood THC >5ng/mL versus
<5ng/mL.” More specifically the finger-to-nose test was seen as the best indicator of
cannabis impairment, with the values of sensitivity, specificity, predictive value and
efficiency being considered. 7
Smoked Cannabis Psychomotor and Neurocognitive Effects in Occasional and
Frequent Smokers: A group of researchers interested in examining the severity of
psychomotor performance, cognition, and driving ability differences among frequent
and occasional users of cannabis found substantial differences among the frequent users
and the occasional users. During the study, “fourteen frequent (equal or greater than
4x/week) and 11 occasional (less than 2x/week) cannabis smokers entered a secure
research unit approximately 19 hours prior to smoking one 6.8% THC cigarette.”
Cognitive and psychomotor performance was measured in a variety of ways at certain
intervals of time both prior to and after the drug use.
Researchers concluded that there are “significant differences between occasional and
frequent cannabis smokers in psychomotor, subjective and physiological effects
following cannabis smoking, with weaker effects in frequent smokers suggesting
tolerance development. Impairment domains included those that play a key role in
driver’s ability to accurately control a car or to react to events on the road.” 8
Time Profile of Serum THC Levels in Occasional and Chronic Marijuana
Users after Acute Drug Use: Although it is commonly accepted that cannabis
consumption has the ability to influence cognitive and psychomotor functions,
the rules on how to assess the ability to drive while under the influence of
cannabis are not very clear. “The psychoactive compound delta-9-
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) impairs cognition, psychomotor behavior and
driving performance in a dose-related manner approximately.” After researching
the time profile related to cannabis consumption and the related physiologic
affects (through observation of human volunteers), it is apparent that there is
“great individual variability of the kinetic profile of THC in blood…” The
research article goes on to describe that “Low blood concentrations of THC close
to the limit of detection… are justified in an effective traffic legislation.” 9
Effect of Blood Collection Time: Drug testing is a highly scrutinized topic when it
comes to marijuana use and the operation of motor vehicles. This topic has been made
even more controversial as several states have legalized marijuana for medical and/or
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recreational use. Therefore, a group of researchers examined the impact of blood
collection time on toxicological evaluation for THC.
Researchers found that blood THC concentrations at the time of driving cannot be
reliably determined due to individual variances. 10
Drivers Killed in Crashes More Likely to be on Drugs than Alcohol: A recent
study using data available from 2015 indicates that “[d]rivers who are killed in car
crashes are now more likely to be on drugs than alcohol.” Drugs were present in 43
percent of drivers in fatal accidents compared to 37 percent with alcohol above the legal
limit. Additionally, 36 percent of the drivers tested had marijuana present in their
system at the time of the accident. In general, traffic fatalities are rising and can be
attributed to factors such as improved economy, more distracted drivers, and more
drugged drivers. 11
Drug-impaired Driving: In this report, Dr. James Hedlund, under contract with the
Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), described “the current state of
knowledge on drug-impaired driving, including what little is known about the costs
and effectiveness of these actions, and identifies actions states can take to reduce drug-
impaired driving.” The report cites a variety of sources, including the Fatality Analysis
and Reporting System (FARS) and various roadside surveys conducted in multiple
states. Through these data sources, Dr. Hedlund determined “marijuana is by far the
most common drug that is used.” He also described that while drug-impaired driving
is more complex than alcohol-impaired driving, “43% of fatally-injured drivers with
known test results tested positive for drugs or marijuana in 2015, more than tested
positive for alcohol”. The report pointed out additional differences between alcohol-
impaired driving and drug-impaired driving and made recommendations for states to
enact education programs, legislation, and officer training programs. 12
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Youth Marijuana Use
Marijuana Use up among Teens since Legalized in Colorado, Washington:
Researchers at the University of California Davis and Columbia University Mailman
School of Public Health conducted a study involving teens’ perception of marijuana use
before and after recreational marijuana was legalized in their state. The study, which
used nation-wide data of nearly 254,000 students who participated in the Monitoring
the Future survey, showed that legalization of recreational marijuana significantly
reduced perceptions of marijuana’s harmfulness by 14 percent in 8th graders and 16
percent in 10th graders in Washington state but not in Colorado. Researchers attribute
the lack of change in perception in Colorado to the state’s robust medical marijuana
industry that was established prior to recreational legalization. Youth were exposed to
substantial advertising from the medical marijuana industry and therefore Colorado
has had lower rates of perceived harmfulness and higher rates of use compared to
Washington state and other states. The researchers recommend that states considering
legalizing recreational marijuana should also consider investing in substance abuse
prevention programs for adolescents. 13
Pot Smoking Common among Pregnant Teens: A recent national survey given to
approximately 14,400 pregnant women aged 12-44, found “more than twice as many
pregnant 12- to 17-year-olds use marijuana as their non-pregnant peers.” This
constituted 14% of the surveyed mothers-to-be. Teen pregnancies are already
“associated with smaller babies,” but there may be other risks to a pregnancy caused by
marijuana use. According to Dr. Judy Chang, associate professor of obstetrics,
gynecology and reproductive sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, “some of the
studies that do exist suggest that there are risks to the pregnancy from pot use.” Some
of those risks may include “scrawnier babies, kids who have some problems with their
thinking and learning abilities, [and] kids who find it harder to do more complicated
brain tasks when they are teenagers.” Additional evidence may suggest that “there
could be a risk of causing brain damage in a developing baby,” and that the
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) “may also influence neural development and brain
maturation,” which could lead to a “long-term risk for addiction.” 14
Unintentional Pediatric Exposures to Marijuana in Colorado, 2009-2015: Colorado
researchers examined the effects of the legalization of marijuana on youth in Colorado
by analyzing data regarding pediatric marijuana exposures. Specifically, researchers set
out to compare the incidence of pediatric marijuana exposures before and after
recreational marijuana legalization. Additionally, this study compared Colorado data
with nationwide data.
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It was found that cases for pediatric marijuana exposure increased significantly and
at a higher rate than the rest of the United States. “Almost half of the patients seen in
the children’s hospital in the 2 years after legalization had exposures from recreational
marijuana, suggesting that legalization did affect the incidence of exposures.” 15
Pediatricians Warn against Use of Pot: A report released in 2017 from the American
Academy of Pediatrics describes why many doctors are now “beefing up warnings
about marijuana’s potential harms for teens amid increasingly lax laws and attitudes on
pot use.” This report states that the group “opposes medical and recreational marijuana
use for kids.” A youth’s brain continues to develop through their early 20s, so “the
potential short-term and long-term effects of a mind-altering drug” are of great concern.
Some of these effects may even be permanent. This is particularly true for frequent
users who begin at an early age. “Teens who use marijuana at least 10 times a month
develop changes in brain regions affecting memory and the ability to plan” as well as
lowered IQ scores in some cases. Also some studies have shown that “starting
marijuana use at a young age is more likely to lead to addiction than starting in
adulthood.” These doctors stress that messaging is particularly important because
according to government data “kids 12-17 increasingly think marijuana use is not
harmful.” 16
Adult Marijuana Use
Study Finds Increase in Illicit Pot Use, Abuse in States that Allow Medical
Marijuana: “In a study published in the Journal of American Medical Association
(JAMA) Psychiatry, researchers noted a significant increase in illegal cannabis use and
so-called cannabis-use disorders in states with medical marijuana laws” Although a
small minority of the population might potentially benefit from medical marijuana use,
this study aims to quantify how much non-medical, illicit use is taking place over a
multi-year timespan. The research study defined illegal or illicit use as “obtaining
marijuana not from a prescription or a dispensary with the intent of getting high.”
Those with cannabis-use disorders are described as having withdrawal symptoms,
developing a tolerance for the drug, having cravings for the drug, and suffering
impaired functioning in daily activities.
The lead author of the study, Dr. Deborah Hasin of the Columbia University
Mailman School of Public Health said “[Americans have] come to see cannabis as a
harmless drug or harmless substance.” More education is certainly needed on the risks
associated with marijuana use.
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The study examined cannabis use and cannabis use disorder from 1991-1992
through 2012-2013 timeframes. In the Washington Times article, Dr. Hasin said “I was
somewhat surprised with rates that increased so sharply in Colorado and California,
who most experienced increase in dispensaries in 2009 and 2010.” 17
Drug Positivity in U.S. Workforce Rises to Nearly Highest Level in a Decade:
According to the world’s leading provider of diagnostic drug testing services, “The
percentage of employees in the combined U.S. workforce testing positive for drugs has
steadily increased over the last three years to a 10-year high.” The three primary
diagnostic tests offered by Quest Diagnostics include oral, urine and hair follicle drug
tests. Speaking to oral fluid testing, which provides a 24-48 hour history, the positivity
rate increased 47 percent in the past three years. According to the diagnostics
corporation, “The increase was largely driven by double-digit increases in marijuana
positivity during this time period. In 2015, there was a 25 percent relative increase in
marijuana detection as compared to 2014.” Additionally, “Almost half (45 percent) of
individuals in the general U.S. workforce with a positive drug test for any substance in
2015 showed evidence of marijuana use. 18
Marijuana is Not Safe to Smoke: A study conducted by UC Davis academics found
multiple bacterial and fungal pathogens in marijuana that can cause serious infections.
The weed tested originated from Northern California dispensaries where the
Department of Public Health is working on guidelines for marijuana testing to ensure
marijuana is safe. George Thompson III, an associate professor of clinical medicine at
the university who helped conduct the study, stressed that “there really isn’t a safe way
to smoke marijuana buds, even for those who are healthy”. Inhaling marijuana smoke
leads the pathogens directly into the lungs where they can cause serious illness and
even death. 19
These College Students Lost Access to Legal Pot – and Started Getting Better Grades:
A recent study out of the Netherlands found that “college students with access to
recreational cannabis on average earn worse grades and fail classes at a higher rate.”
Due to a new policy change to cannabis cafes, noncitizens were barred from buying
recreational marijuana from the cafes. Due to this policy change, an experiment
regarding college students and marijuana use was conducted. “The research on more
than 4,000 students… found that those who lost access to legal marijuana showed
substantial improvement in their grades. Specifically, those banned from cannabis cafes
had a more than 5 percent increase in their odds of passing their courses.” 20
More U.S. Women Report Using Marijuana during Pregnancy, Amid Uncertainty on
Potential Harms: About 4 percent of pregnant women ages 18 to 44 reported using
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marijuana during pregnancy. The study conducted between 2002 and 2014 showed an
increase of 62 percent from numbers in 2002 to numbers in 2014. Pregnant women are
turning towards marijuana to help alleviate nausea caused during pregnancy even
though it is discouraged by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Studies show links between prenatal marijuana exposure and impaired functions such
as impulse control, visual memory, and attention during school years. Other studies
showed smoking marijuana during pregnancy may also lead to restricted fetal growth
during pregnancy as well as increased frontal cortical thickness among school-aged
children. 21
Pregnant Women Turn to Marijuana, Perhaps Harming Infants: Doctors and
researchers are concerned that due to “an increased perception of the safety of cannabis
use, even in pregnancy,” it is becoming more common for people to “presume that
cannabis has no consequences for developing infants.” Evidence on the effects of
prenatal marijuana use has been limited up to this point, which may contribute to the
false perception of safety by some. However, preliminary research indicates that
marijuana’s psychoactive ingredient, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), can cross the
placenta and reach the fetus potentially harming development. In addition, because
THC is stored in fat and can linger there for weeks or months, breast milk can contain
THC.
Despite evidence being limited, several studies linking maternal marijuana use have
found “changes in the brains of fetuses, 18 to 22 weeks old.” Additional studies
conducted in Pittsburgh and Ottawa show that children whose mothers used marijuana
heavily in the first trimester may have difficulty “understand[ing] concepts in listening
and reading,” and had “lower scores in reading, math and spelling… than their peers.”
Much of the research that has been done in this area was done when marijuana was far
less potent. An epidemiologist with the University of Washington stated “all those
really good earlier studies on marijuana effects aren’t telling us what we need to know
now about higher concentration levels.” Not much is known about the lingering effects
of marijuana, and whether or not the fetus’s exposure is limited to the time a mother
feels high. Both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of
Obstetricians and Gynecologists advise expecting mothers against the use of cannabis
during pregnancy citing cognitive impairment and academic underachievement as
areas of concern. 22
Causal Relationship Identified between Marijuana Use and Numerous Fetal Issues
during Pregnancy: Since 2002, there has been a 62% increase in pregnant marijuana
users. “Estimates suggest that marijuana use complicates 2% to 5% of all pregnancies”
in the United States. The amount of studies regarding marijuana use is limited due to
the drug’s complicated legal status. However, “evidence has identified a causal
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relationship between marijuana use and decreased birth weight, increased spontaneous
abortion, impaired neurodevelopment, and functional deficits among children and
adults who were exposed [to marijuana] in utero.” It is not yet known how exactly fetal
development is effected by marijuana which leads obstetricians and gynecologists to
“urge their patients who are pregnant or contemplating pregnancy to discontinue
marijuana use.” Further concern for the effects of marijuana during pregnancy are
warranted “due to its lipophilic nature, [it] can easily cross the blood brain barrier and
enter the placenta.” Additionally, the nature of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is such
that it can remain in maternal blood for weeks and “[a]s a result, occasional use of
marijuana during pregnancy, as little as once per month, results in fetal exposure that
persists throughout the pregnancy.” 23
Emergency Department and Hospital Marijuana-Related Admissions
Marijuana Abuse Linked to Increased Myocardial Infarction (MI) Risk: Cardiology
News recently published an article about marijuana being linked with an “eye-opening
doubled risk of acute MI.” Myocardial infarction (MI) is more commonly known as a
heart attack.
The March 2017 article summarized the results of a study led by Dr. Ahmad Tarek
Chami: “The link was strongest by far in young adult marijuana abusers, with an
adjusted 3.2-fold increased risk of MI in 25- to 29-year-olds with marijuana abuse noted
in their medical records, compared with age-matched controls and a 4.56-fold greater
risk among the 30- to 34-year-old cannabis abusers.” The study examined over 200,000
patients with cannabis abuse noted in their medical records, and spanned a five year
period (October, 2011 through September, 2016).
Dr. Chami observed that “Our study raises the possibility [of] an association
between cannabis and MI independent of age, hypertension, diabetes, smoking, and
abuse of other substances.” Admittedly, there is much need for further research on this
topic.
“The cannabis plant contains more than 60 cannabinoids. Although marijuana is
widely prescribed for treatment of nausea, anorexia, neuropathic pain, glaucoma,
seizure disorders, and other conditions, the long-term effects of marijuana on the
cardiovascular system are largely unknown.” 24
Marijuana Use and Schizophrenia: New Evidence Suggests Link: New research on
marijuana use and its connection to schizophrenia shows that “not only are people who
are prone to schizophrenia more likely to try cannabis, but that cannabis may also
increase the risk of developing symptoms.” Cannabis use has been shown to be more
common among individuals with psychosis than it is with the general population. This
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may be particularly troubling as people with schizophrenia who use cannabis “are more
likely to be hospitalized than those with the condition who do not use the drug.”
Further research is needed to determine if there is a definitive genetic link between
marijuana use and schizophrenia. 25
Colorado Cannabis Legalization and Its Effect on Emergency Care: With the early
commercialization of marijuana in Colorado dating back to the year 2000, and
recreational marijuana being voted into law in 2012, Colorado provides a unique
opportunity to educate physicians on the different considerations related to increased
marijuana-related emergency department visits. This document not only summarizes
the epidemiologic effect of legalization, but also discusses the effect of legalization on
emergency care. Specifically, researchers discuss acute marijuana intoxication,
cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, and pediatric exposures in an effort to educate
healthcare providers everywhere. With Colorado leading the way regarding marijuana
legalization, Colorado physicians are leading the way with regards to recognizing and
addressing the associated healthcare trends noted in the population. 26
Trends and Correlates of Cannabis-involved Emergency Department Visits 2004
to 2011: This study published in the Journal of Addiction Medicine utilized data
obtained from the Drug Abuse Warning Network over the period of 2004 to 2011.
Trends in cannabis-involved emergency department visits were examined for both
cannabis-only and cannabis-polydrug instances. Cannabis-polydrug instances are those
in which other drugs were detected in the patient’s body, in addition to cannabis. The
findings of this study suggest that there is a notable increase in the number of
emergency department visits for both cannabis-only and cannabis-polydrug users. In
particular, this study highlights the increased numbers for youth and non-Hispanic
blacks. 27
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Marijuana-Related Exposure
Cannabis Use Causing Alarming Increase in Emergency Hospital Visits and
Childhood Poisoning: Dr. Mark S. Gold, a world renowned expert on addiction-related
diseases, summarizes a study published in late 2016 that aimed to examine trends and
correlates of cannabis-involved emergency department visits in the United States from
2004-2011. “The ED visit rate increased for both cannabis-only use (51 to 73 visits per
100,000) and cannabis-polydrug use (63 to 100 per 100,000) in those aged 12 and older.
Of note, the largest increase occurred in adolescents aged 12-17, and among persons
who identified as non-Hispanic black.”
Dr. Gold goes on to highlight the findings of the study which state that “The odds of
hospitalization increased with older age users, as compared to adolescent admissions.
These data suggest a heavier burden to both the patient and to the health care system as
a result of increasing cannabis use among older adults. The severity of the “burden” is
associated with the prevalence of cannabis use, specific cannabis potency and dose
(which is increasing over time), the mode of administration, and numerous individual
risk factors.” 28
Treatment
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, a
relatively new clinical condition, is “characterized by chronic cannabis use, cyclic
episodes of nausea and vomiting, and frequent hot bathing.” A 2011 study published by
the National Institutes of Health explores various aspects of this clinical condition
including the associated epidemiology, pharmacology, clinical presentation, and
treatment options. This condition has grabbed the attention of emergency room
physicians across the country as many physicians fail to diagnose the condition.
According to the study, “further initiatives are needed to determine this disease
prevalence and its other epidemiological characteristics, natural history, and
pathophysiology.” 29
Use and Diversion of Medical Marijuana among Adults Admitted to Inpatient
Psychiatry: Many states, including Colorado, have legalized the medical use of
marijuana, but it is unclear how much medical marijuana is being diverted from those
medical marijuana patients. Furthermore, marijuana is linked to anxiety, depressive,
psychotic, neurocognitive, and substance use disorders, but it is also unclear how many
psychiatric patients use marijuana. In this study, a group of Colorado researchers aimed
to determine the prevalence of medical marijuana use and diversion among psychiatric
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inpatients in Colorado. Over 600 participants responded to an anonymous 15-item
survey administered at discharge. It was concluded that “medical marijuana use is
much more prevalent among adults hospitalized with a psychiatric emergency than in
the general population.” It was also found that “diversion is common.” 30
Related Data
Everything You Need to Know about Pot’s Environmental Impact: Indoor marijuana
grows are estimated to use a total of one percent of all electricity used in the United
States every year. One percent is “about the same amount of electricity consumed by
every computer in every home and apartment in the country annually… In order to
power all those light fixtures, as well as dehumidifiers and heating and ventilation
systems, indoor grow operations use about eight times the amount of energy per square
foot as a normal commercial building. That’s on par with a modern data center.”
In addition to the electricity needed to sustain a marijuana grow, the plants require a
significant amount of water to grow. “Some estimates suggest that pot plants use six
gallons of water per day per plant over the summer. For reference, it takes about four
gallons of water to run an energy-efficient dishwasher once.” 31
High Time to Assess the Environmental Impacts of Cannabis Cultivation: In an
attempt to understand the impact that the cultivation of marijuana has on the
environment, researchers “have identified potentially significant environmental
impacts due to excessive water and energy demands and local contamination of water,
air, and soil with waste products such as organic pollutants and agrochemicals
[fungicides, pesticides, etc.].” Additionally, they pointed out that, cannabis plants
require “high temperatures…, strong light…, highly fertile soil, and large volumes of
water (…around twice that of wine grapes).” Naturally, due to these needs for proper
cultivation in either an indoor or outdoor grow requires a significant amount of
maintenance and energy. “It has been estimated that the power density of marijuana
cultivation facilities is equal to that of data centers.” Typically, with new industries, it is
the responsibility of U.S. Federal agencies such as the “U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Environmental Protection Agency, National Institutes of Health, and Occupation Safety
and Health Administration” to research and fund research for what that industry’s
environmental impact will be and how to reduce the footprint. However, when it comes
to the marijuana industry due to “[t]he ambiguous legal status of marijuana in the
U.S… [it] has made it historically difficult for those agencies to actively fund research in
this field.”32
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Cartels are Growing Marijuana Illegally in California – and there’s a War Brewing:
“Even as California embraces the booming legal marijuana market… it is also seeing an
explosion in illegal cultivation, much of it on the state’s vast and remote stretches of
public land.” Growing marijuana on public lands is creating “insidious side effects: The
lethal poisons growers use to protect their crops and campsites from pests are
annihilating wildlife, polluting pristine public lands, and maybe even turning up in
your next bong hit.” Some of these poisons are so powerful that they have been
“banned in the U.S., Canada and the EU” and “farmers in Kenya have used [them] to
kill lions.” These toxicants are often used by growers as a means to “keep rodents and
other animals from eating the sugar-rich sprouting plants, from gnawing on irrigation
tubing, and from invading their campsites in search of food.” According to Craig
Thompson, a wildlife ecologist working for the U.S. Forest Service “People don’t tend to
grasp the industrial scale of what’s going on. There are thousands of these sites in
places the public thinks are pristine, with obscene amounts of chemicals at each one.
Each one is a little environmental disaster.”
In addition to toxicants, these illegal grows present another environmental
problem due to water consumption. “In a controlled setting, a marijuana plant uses
about six gallons of water per day… Illegal grows, of course, are another story [its]
estimated that trespass grows use 50 percent more water because of less efficient
irrigation systems and added stressors like pests, pathogens, and drier weather at
higher elevations. Worse, some trespass growers leave their irrigation systems running
around the clock throughout the year, even when nothing is growing.” 33
Thousands of Marijuana Plants Found on Forest Land in Pueblo County: According
to Fox31 Denver, there were more than 7,400 marijuana plants discovered in an illegal
grow which included two separate fields. Both of the fields were on U.S. Forest Service
land near Rye, Colorado.
The July 2017 article stated, “Narcotics detectives said it was the second-largest
operation uncovered in Pueblo County to date and the fifth found in fields on or near
the San Isabel National Forest in the past five years. The four previous grows are
believed to be connected to a Mexican cartel. Detectives are investigating whether
Friday’s grow is connected to previous grows.”
Pueblo County Sheriff Kirk Taylor reported, “These grows are not indigenous to
Colorado and the water and fertilizers required for these grow operations represent a
clear environmental hazard for our beautiful Colorado mountains,”
Two of the past incidents within the San Isabel National Forest include an August
2012 operation in which over 9,400 plants were involved, and an October 2015
operation in which 2,400 plants were involved. There are countless other illegal grow
operations within U.S. Forest Service land, but limited resources prevent any further
action to stop these grows and prevent further environmental impact. 34
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Marijuana Grows Leaving More Colorado Homes Filled with Mold: It is unclear how
many homes throughout Colorado are being used to grow marijuana, but Denver
Detective Brian Matos estimated it could be as high as “one in every 10 homes in
[Denver].” When people grow marijuana plants indoors they bring moisture into the
home which is likely to cause mold problems especially if it is a large grow. In many
cases, these grows are illegal and the homeowner is simply using the home for the
purpose of growing marijuana without any concern for the damage caused. The
damage is often compared to that of meth labs, but environmental lawyer Timothy
Gablehouse disagrees, “Since [meth] labs are smaller now, contamination from meth is
usually confined to small areas of the home where it was smoked.” Whereas, marijuana
grow contamination and destruction can be seen throughout the home. According to
the Denver Post, “Illegal growers also sometimes dig into the foundation to tap a power
line before the line can reach the meter to ensure they don’t have to pay for the
electricity they are using.” This practice is often associated with punching holes
through the walls or ceilings for ventilation. The DEA tells the Denver Post that illegal
grows are often “expensive properties in upper-middle-class, high-income
neighborhoods.” Sometimes these homeowners lay a fresh coat of paint on the home
and resell the home to unsuspecting buyers. This was the case of David and Christine
Lynn who recently purchased a $388,000 home that turned out to be a former grow and
are currently suing the previous homeowners. 35
Mid-Year Update, by the Colorado Department of Revenue, Marijuana Enforcement
Division: This report includes information on marijuana business licensing status,
number of plants cultivated for medical and recreational purposes, volume of
marijuana sold within both recreational and medical markets, units of infused edibles
and non-edibles sold, mandatory retail testing for edibles, enforcement activity and
administrative actions taken by the state’s licensing authority from January through
June 2016. 36
Cannabinoid Dose and Label Accuracy in Edible Medical Cannabis Products: A
study including 3 California and Washington cities sought to determine the accuracy of
dosage labels on edible medical cannabis products. Nine dispensaries selling baked
goods, beverages, and candy or chocolate were selected for the study. Individuals with
a physician’s letter were assigned to purchase a “large variety of products… within
budget ($400/city).” The resulting 75 purchased products were tested by researchers to
determine whether the indicated levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol
(CBD) of the edible products were accurate, within 10%.
Of the purchased products, which included 47 different brands, 17% were
determined to be accurately labeled, 23 percent were under labeled, and 60 percent
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were over labeled for THC content. Forty-four products (59 percent) were found to have
detectable levels of CBD, of which only 13 were labeled to include CBD. None of the 13
labels for CBD were accurate, 4 were under labeled, and 9 were over labeled. Inaccurate
labeling of products may lead consumers to get more of an effect than desired or not
enough to produce the desired medical benefit. 37
Tracking the Money That’s Legalizing Marijuana and why it Matters: The National
Families in Action (NFIA) released a report in the early part of 2017 regarding the
financial support behind marijuana related ballot initiatives. The NFIA tracked the
majority of the financial support on these initiatives for the past two decades to three
private parties worth billions of dollars. The report outlines how much money per
initiative is contributed by the three billionaires compared to other sources.
Additionally, the report gives reasons for why the financial contributions of three
individuals matter for the overall legalization of marijuana in the nation. 38
Seed to Sale Tracking for Commercial Marijuana: This report examines the concept of
seed to sale tracking for marijuana plants. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
tracking is discussed along with some of the positives and negatives of Inventory
Tracking Systems. 39
Houston HIDTA Marijuana Legalization Threat Assessment, “Why Marijuana
Legalization is NOT a Good Idea for Texas”: This document, put together by the
Houston Investigative Support Center, intends to provide easy access to salient facts
regarding the serious negative consequences of marijuana legalization in the United
States. Topics addressed include public health and safety ramifications, as well as
economic and social impacts of marijuana legalization. 40
Is the Marijuana Industry Actually Making Money for Alaska? One of the most
compelling arguments for marijuana legalization is the amount of tax revenue that
marijuana would generate. However, with legalization also comes the need for
regulation, which also requires money to maintain. In Alaska, the amount of money
generated for the 2017 fiscal year was $1.75 million, but the amount of money budgeted
for regulation by The Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office was $1.9 million. The goal
is that, eventually, the tax revenue generated from the marijuana industry will fully
fund the agency. Until then, however, general fund money has to be used to
supplement the rest of the budget. From 2015 through 2018 a total of “$4.57 million has
been budgeted from the state’s general fund to regulate marijuana.” It is the goal of The
Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office that by the year 2020 the agency will be self-
supported. 41
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Working Paper on Projected Costs of Marijuana Legalization in Rhode Island: This
paper was written in an effort to inform Rhode Island legislators about the potential
economic impact of marijuana legalization in Rhode Island. The paper indicates that
“although a full cost accounting of marijuana legalization would be impossible at
present, enough data exists to make rough-and-ready estimates of certain likely direct
and short-term costs.” Some of the costs covered by the paper include administrative
and enforcement costs for regulators, costs from drugged driving, health costs from
emergency room visits, potential costs related to homelessness, and costs to employers.
Costs reported in this paper are projections based off of figures from states with full
marijuana legalization. 42
Monitoring Health Concerns Related to Marijuana in Colorado: This 2016 report was
published by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment in order to
address the changes in marijuana use patterns, provide a systematic literature review,
and address possible marijuana related health effects in the state of Colorado. The
report covers findings addressed by such surveys as the Behavioral Risk Factor
Surveillance Survey (BRFSS), Child Health Survey (CHS), Healthy Kids Colorado
Survey (HKCS), and the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS). In
addition to the survey data, the report covers possible marijuana related health effects
in Colorado, specifically looking at data from the Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug
Center (RMPDC) and the Colorado Hospital Association (CHA). 43
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MD, “Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome”, Department of Gastroenterology, Temple
University School of Medicine, December 2011,
<https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3576702/pdf/nihms353647.pdf>,
accessed August 2, 2017.
30 Abraham M. Nussbaum, Christian Thurstone, Laurel McGarry, Brendan Walker
and Allison L. Sabel, “Use and diversion of medical marijuana among adults admitted
to inpatient psychiatry,” The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse,
<http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.3109/00952990.2014.949727?needAccess=true&
>, accessed August 11, 2017.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 275
The Legalization of Marijuana in Colorado: The Impact Vol. 5/October 2017
SECTION 10: Reference Materials Page | 167
31 Clayton Aldern, “Everything you need to know about pot’s environmental
impact,” Grist, April 19, 2016, <http://grist.org/living/everything-you-need-to-know-
about-pots-environmental-impact/>, accessed July 31, 2017.
32 K. Ashworth and W. Vizuete, “High Time to Assess the Environmental Impacts of
Cannabis Cultivation,” Environmental Science and Technology, February 17, 2017,
<http://pubs.acs.org/doi/ipdf/10.1021/acs.est.6b06343>, accessed July 31, 2017.
33 Julian Smith, “Cartels are growing marijuana illegally in California – and there’s a
war brewing,” Business Insider, April 08, 2017, <https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cartels-
growing-marijuana-illegally-california-194700553.html>, accessed August 3, 2017.
34 Sarah Schueler, “Thousands of marijuana plants found on forest land in Pueblo
County,” Fox 31 News/Denver, July 3, 2017, <http://kdvr.com/2017/07/03/thousands-of-
marijuana-plants-found-on-forest-land-in-pueblo-county/>, accessed August 16, 2017.
35 Tom McGhee, “Marijuana grows leaving more Colorado homes filed with mold,” The
Denver Post, July 31, 2017, < http://www.denverpost.com/2017/07/31/marijuana-leaving-
colorado-homes-mold/> accessed September 11, 2017.
36 Brohl, Kammerzell, Koski and Burack, “Colorado Marijuana Enforcement
Division: 2016 Mid Year Report (January 1-June 30, 2016),”
<https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/Final%20Mid%20year%202016.pdf
>, accessed April 19, 2017.
37 Ryan Vandrey, PhD; Jeffrey C. Raber, PhD; Mark E. Raber; et al, “Cannabinoid
Dose and Label Accuracy in Edible Medical Cannabis Products,” The JAMA Network,
June 2015, <http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2338239>, accessed March
13, 2017.
38 National Families in Action, “Tracking the Money That’s Legalizing Marijuana
And Why It Matters,”
<https://www.dalgarnoinstitute.org.au/images/resources/pdf/cannabis-
conundrum/Tracking_Marijuana_Money.pdf>, accessed April 20, 2017.
39 National Marijuana Initiative, “Seed To Sale Tracking For Commercial Marijuana,”
March 2017, <https://hidtanmidotorg.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/seed-to-sale_march-
2017.pdf>, accessed March 2017.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 276
The Legalization of Marijuana in Colorado: The Impact Vol. 5/October 2017
SECTION 10: Reference Materials Page | 168
40 Houston HIDTA Investigative Support Center, December 2016,
<https://hidtanmidotorg.files.wordpress.com/2016/10/2016-houston-hidta-marijuana-
legalization-threat-assessment.pdf>, accessed December 2016.
41 Laurel Andrews, “Is the Marijuana Industry Actually Making Money for Alaska?”
Alaska Dispatch News, August 12th, 2017, < https://www.adn.com/alaska-
marijuana/2017/08/12/is-the-marijuana-industry-actually-making-money-for-alaska/>,
accessed August 17th, 2017.
42 Smart Approaches to Marijuana, “Working Paper on Projected Costs of Marijuana
Legalization in Rhode Island,” April 2017, < https://learnaboutsam.org/wp-
content/uploads/2017/04/10Apr2017-report-re-RI-costs.pdf>, accessed June 2017.
43 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, “Monitoring Health
Concerns Related to Marijuana in Colorado: 2016,”
<https://localtvkdvr.files.wordpress.com/2017/01/monitoring_health_concerns_report_fi
nal.pdf>, accessed March 2017.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 277
Walnut Creek
Richmond
Antioch
Concord
Oakley
Danville
Pittsburg
Hercules
Orinda
Pinole
Lafayette
Martinez
San Ramon
Walnut Creek
Brentwood
Moraga
Pleasant Hill
Clayton
El Cerrito
San Pablo
Map1A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapUnincorporated Contra Costa County Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
!Child Care Facilities
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
µOctober 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 278
Walnut Creek
Richmond
Antioch
Concord
Oakley
Danville
Pittsburg
Hercules
Orinda
Pinole
Lafayette
Martinez
San Ramon
Walnut Creek
Brentwood
Moraga
Pleasant Hill
Clayton
El Cerrito
San Pablo
Map1B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapUnincorporated Contra Costa County
!Child Care Facilities
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
µOctober 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 279
LAFAYETTE
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Rudgear Rd
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Livorna Rd
El Cerro Blvd
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Blackha
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B
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CastleHill
SanMiguel
Diablo
Alamo
DANVILLE
Mount DiabloState Park
Las TrampasRegional Wilderness
Diablo FoothillsRegional Park
SugarloafOpen Space
Las Trampas-DiabloRegional Trail
DiabloCountry Club
RossmoorGolf Course
Round HillGolf Course
Map2A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 1 20.5 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable Energy Sustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapAlamo and Diablo Areas
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 280
Ha
r
t
z
A
v
e
§¨¦680CastleHill
Diablo
Alamo
DANVILLE
MountDiabloMount DiabloState Park
Las TrampasRegional Wilderness
Diablo FoothillsRegional Park
SugarloafOpen Space
Las Trampas-DiabloRegional Trail
DiabloCountry Club
RossmoorGolf Course
Round HillGolf Course
§¨¦680Da
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B
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Rudgear Rd
Mir
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Livorna Rd
El Cerro Blvd
Blackha
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V
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y
R
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Diablo Rd
Dan
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Map2B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 1 20.5 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapAlamo Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 281
PittsburgÄÅ4
ÄÅ4 W Leland Rd
Willow Pass Rd
Bailey RdEvora RdW Leland
R
d
N Parkside Dr
BayPoint
Clyde
MallardReservoir
Military OceanTerminal Concord
PittsburgPower Plant
Allied/GeneralChemical
ChippsIsland
MallardIsland
Diablo CreekGolf Course
UnitedSportsmen
Delta ViewGolf Course
Map3A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardomg limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBay Point Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 282
ÄÅ4
ÄÅ4 W Leland Rd
Willow Pass Rd
Bailey RdEvora RdW Leland
R
d
N Parkside Dr
BayPoint
Clyde
MallardReservoir
Military OceanTerminal Concord
PittsburgPower Plant
Allied/GeneralChemical
ChippsIsland
MallardIsland
Diablo CreekGolf Course
UnitedSportsmen
Delta ViewGolf Course
Map3B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardomg limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBay Point Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 283
BethelIsland
Dutch Slough
JerseyIsland
HollandTract
ShermanIsland
Dutch SloughTidal Marsh Restoration
The Golf Clubat Bethel Island
BigBreak
Map4A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.65 1.30.325 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limit onnumber of employees/trip outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBethel Island Area Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 284
BethelIsland
Dutch Slough
JerseyIsland
HollandTract
Dutch SloughTidal Marsh Restoration
The Golf Clubat Bethel Island
BigBreak
Map4B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.65 1.30.325 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limit onnumber of employees/trip outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBethel Island Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 285
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Blackhawk RdSycamore Valley Rd
Blackha
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Blackhawk
DANVILLE
Sycamore Valley RegionalOpen Space Preserve
DiabloCountry Club
Lakeside Courseat Blackhawk
Falls Courseat Blackhawk
Map5A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.7 1.40.35 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits onnumber of employees/tripoutside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBlackhawk Area Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 286
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Sycamore Valley RegionalOpen Space Preserve
DiabloCountry Club
Lakeside Courseat Blackhawk
Falls Courseat Blackhawk
Map5B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.7 1.40.35 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits onnumber of employees/tripoutside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapBlackhawk Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 287
DiscoveryBay
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Walnut BlvdByron HwyPreliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapByron Area
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Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 6A Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 288
DiscoveryBay
Byron
G3Quarry
Vasco CavesRegional Park
Byron Airport
Discovery BayCountry ClubÄÅ4
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Concord Ave
Marsh Creek Rd
Walnut BlvdByron HwyPreliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapByron Area
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0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 6B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 289
Contra CostaCentre
PG&EPipeline Facility
CountrywoodShopping Center
Seven HillsSchool
Crossroadsat Pleasant Hill
Palmer Schoolfor Boys and Girls
Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa CentreBART Station
YgnacioPlaza
BrandmanUniversity
Iron Horse Trail
Heather FarmPark
WaldenPark
Len HesterPark
Diablo HillsGolf Course
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Geary Rd
Oak Park Blvd
Treat BlvdN Main StOak RdPreliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapContra Costa Centre Area
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0 0.15 0.30.075 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 7A
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 290
Contra CostaCentre
PG&EPipeline Facility
CountrywoodShopping Center
Seven HillsSchool
Crossroadsat Pleasant Hill
Palmer Schoolfor Boys and Girls
Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa CentreBART Station
YgnacioPlaza
BrandmanUniversity
Iron Horse Trail
Heather FarmPark
WaldenPark
Len HesterPark
Diablo HillsGolf Course
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Geary Rd
Oak Park Blvd
Treat BlvdN Main StOak RdPreliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapContra Costa Centre Area
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0 0.15 0.30.075 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 7B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 291
Discovery Bay BlvdÄÅ4Sellers AveByron HwyDelta Rd
Sunset Rd
Chestnut St
Balfour Rd
Marsh Creek Rd
Brentwood Blvd
Byron HwyDiscoveryBay
Old River
Knightsen
Dredgers Cut
Indian Slough
Holland CutRoosevelt Cut
BaconIsland
HollandTract
PalmTract
OrwoodTract
VealeTract
VictoriaIsland
ByronTract
AgriculturalCore
WoodwardIsland
FayIsland
RhodeIslandDutch SloughTidal Marsh Restoration
Discovery BayCountry Club
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapDiscovery Bay and Knightsen Areas
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0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 8A
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 292
Discovery Bay BlvdÄÅ4Sellers AveByron HwyDelta Rd
Sunset Rd
Chestnut St
Balfour Rd
Marsh Creek Rd
Brentwood Blvd
Byron HwyDiscoveryBay
Old River
Knightsen
Dredgers Cut
Indian Slough
Holland CutRoosevelt Cut
BaconIsland
HollandTract
PalmTract
OrwoodTract
VealeTract
VictoriaIsland
ByronTract
AgriculturalCore
WoodwardIsland
FayIsland
RhodeIslandDutch SloughTidal Marsh Restoration
Discovery BayCountry Club
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapDiscovery Bay and Knightsen Areas
µ
0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 8B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 293
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St JosephCemetery
PinolePark
Wildcat CanyonRegional Park
Sobrante RidgeRegional Preserve
Kennedy GroveRegional Recreation Area
Map9A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.65 1.30.325 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapEl Sobrante Area Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 294
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HilltopMall
Rolling HillsMemorial Park
St JosephCemetery
PinolePark
Wildcat CanyonRegional Park
Sobrante RidgeRegional Preserve
Kennedy GroveRegional Recreation Area
Map9B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.65 1.30.325 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapEl Sobrante Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 295
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Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapKensington Area
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Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 10A
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 296
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PG&E Power LineBuffer
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapKensington Area
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0 0.15 0.30.075 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 10B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 297
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MallardReservoir
MARTINEZ
ShellRefinery
CA State Riding and Hiking Trail
MartinezGun Club
Map11A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.4 0.80.2 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapUnincorporated Martinez and Clyde Areas Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 298
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VineHill
MtView
MallardReservoir
MARTINEZ
ShellRefinery
CA State Riding and Hiking Trail
MartinezGun Club
Map11B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.4 0.80.2 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapUnincorporated Martinez and Clyde Areas
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 299
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Pinole PointBusiness Park
Point PinoleRegional Shoreline
RichmondGolf Course
San PabloBay
Map12A
City Limits
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential Zoning
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.45 0.90.225 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapMontalvin Manor, Bay View, and Tara Hills Area Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 300
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BayView
MontalvinManor
PINOLE
Pinole PointBusiness Park
Point PinoleRegional Shoreline
RichmondGolf Course
San PabloBay
Map12B
City Limits
Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.45 0.90.225 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL Only within ULL Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from another retail location
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*Land Use Permit*
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Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapMontalvin Manor, Bay View, and Tara Hills Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 301
Parr Blv
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Market Ave
Rumrill BlvdChesley Ave Giant RdFred Jackson WayRichmond PkwyNorthRichmond
West CountyLandfill
San PabloBay
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapNorth Richmond Area
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0 0.15 0.30.075 Miles
Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 13A
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 302
Richmond PkwyParr Blvd
Market Ave
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Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 13B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 303
Pacheco
Contra CostaTop Soil
BuchananField
AirportCenter
Central Contra Costa Sanitary DistrictWastewater Treatment Plant
Pleasant HillShopping Center
PachecoCemetery
Public WorksMaintenance Division
ConcordStation
Country SquareCenter
Animal ServicesMartinez Shelter
CaliforniaGrand Casino
California Highway PatrolContra Costa Area
Waterbird WayFueling Station
CCCFPDFire Station # 9
ConcordDMV
PachecoCommunity Center
PachecoStation
DVCPlaza
PG&E ImhoffSubstation
CCCSD FacilityBuffer
Buchanan FieldsGolf Course
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Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapPacheco Area
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Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Mixed Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Natural Light
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Testing
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Retail Delivery Only
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Only within ULL
Retail Storefront
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Land Use Permit*
Map 14A
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 304
Pacheco
Contra CostaTop Soil
BuchananField
AirportCenter
Central Contra Costa Sanitary DistrictWastewater Treatment Plant
Pleasant HillShopping Center
PachecoCemetery
Public WorksMaintenance Division
ConcordStation
Country SquareCenter
Animal ServicesMartinez Shelter
CaliforniaGrand Casino
California Highway PatrolContra Costa Area
Waterbird WayFueling Station
CCCFPDFire Station # 9
ConcordDMV
PachecoCommunity Center
PachecoStation
DVCPlaza
PG&E ImhoffSubstation
CCCSD FacilityBuffer
Buchanan FieldsGolf Course
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Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapPacheco Area
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Map Created on 10/5/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
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Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Artificial Light
CULTIVATION
Land Use Permit*
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Retail Storefront
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Map 14B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
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Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
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Testing
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Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapRodeo, Crockett, and Port Costa Areas Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
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PortCosta
Rodeo
Crockett
HERCULES
Phillips 66Refinery
Philips 66Carbon Plant
C&H Pure CaneSugar Refinery
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Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
µ0 0.75 1.50.375 Miles
Map Created on 10/17/2017 by Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development
** See Staff Report for recommendations regarding limitations on the number of permits issued and the process to select permitees.
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
CULTIVATION PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALESArtificial Light Natural LightMixed Light
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Testing
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply Sustainable Water Supply
Retail Delivery Only Retail Storefront
Maximum 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
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Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1), non-residential
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Manufacturing
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District orGeneral Plan Land Use Designation
Preliminary Cannabis Land Use Matrix and MapRodeo, Crockett, and Port Costa Areas
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** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
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Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
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Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
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Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Sensitive Site and Residential Buffers
Parcels within 500 feet of Residential ZoningParcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
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** See Staff Report for recommendations regardinglimitations on the number of permits issued and theprocess to select permitees.
PROCESSING AND MOVEMENT SALES
Maximum 22,000 sf:
Ag Districts: Max. 10,000 sf structure or in existing structure
Sustainable Water Supply
Max 2 acres
Greenhouse only in non-ag districts
Only within ULL
Cultivators may distribute own product to retailers
Distribution Center
Potential limits on number of employees/trips outside ULL
Only within ULL
Only within ULL
500 ft from aother retaillocation
Manufacturing
Key Considerations and Limitations by Use
Renewable EnergySustainable Water Supply
Land Use Permit*
LEGENDZONING DISTRICT
Agricultural Zoning Districts (A- )
Area Wide Planned Unit Development (P-1)
Retail- Business (R-B)
General Commercial (C)
Controlled Manufacturing (C-M), Light Industrial (L-1), Heaving Industrial (H-I)
Potential Sustainability Requirements
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CULTIVATION
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Map 16B Sensitive Site Buffers
Sensitive Sites include schools, community parks/playgrounds, libraries, drug treatment centers, and homeless shelters.
Areas with Incompatible Zoning District or General Plan Land Use Designation
City Limits
NOTE: The information presented on this map is preliminary. It presents an estimate of which areas could be eligible to apply for a discretionary permit if the County were to change its regulations to allow commercial cannabis uses according to the criteria described in the map legend. In partiucular, sensitive site data is from multiple agencies. Individual project applications may vary.
The County currently prohibits all commercial cannabis uses!"$
Parcels within 1,000 feet of a Sensitive Site
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July 2017October 2017January 2018April 2018August 2018November 2018MORATORIUM ORDINANCE (DCD)County Planning CommissionBoard of Supervisors ApprovalMoratorium in Effect (until replaced)ZONING ORDINANCE (DCD)Preliminary Regulatory FrameworkRefine FrameworkOrdinance TextCounty Planning CommissionBoard of Supervisors ApprovalEffective Date (earliest)TAX MEASURE (CAO)Initial ReportMeasure FormulationBoard of Supervisors Approval (deadline August 10)2018 BallotHEALTH ORDINANCE (HSD)Preliminary FrameworkRefine FrameworkOrdinance TextBoard of Supervisors ApprovalPUBLIC OUTREACHPeriodic Public Meeting/Website/Mailing ListWorkshops/MAC Meetings, etc.October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes310
Table 1: OPTIONS FOR SETTING LIMITS ON THE GRANTING OF DISCRETIONARY LAND USE PERMITS FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS (DRAFT) Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development Board of Supervisors October 24, 2017 I. OPTIONS FOR NUMBER OF PERMITS TO BE ISSUED PROS CONS STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. No Limit (LUP for cannabis use may be approved on any qualifying parcel) -Promotes Cannabis Businesses -Maximum Revenue Potential -Open to All Businesses Large and Small -Risk of Proliferation of Cannabis Uses/Influence -Community Impact/Nuisance/Crime Issues -More Extensive and Less Predictable Enforcement Demands Consider for Manufacturing, Distribution, Testing B. Hard Cap (permanent limit on # of each type of cannabis use) -Limits Cannabis Influence -Restricts Proliferation of Cannabis Uses -County Maintains Control -Limits Impacts on Communities -Possibly Cumbersome Selection Process -Restricts Cannabis Related Businesses and Access -Limits Revenue Potential Consider for commercial cultivation and retail sales C. Gradual Annual Increase (aka “Ramp-up”) (increase # of permits over time with or w/out hard limit) -County Maintains Control of # of Cannabis Uses -Restricts Proliferation of Cannabis Uses -Allows Enforcement Capability to Keep Pace with New Uses -Slows Approval of Commercial Cannabis - Restricts Cannabis Related Businesses Less revenue over the near term Consider for all commercial uses II. OPTIONS FOR APPLICANT SELECTION PROCESS PROS CONS STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. 1ST Come, 1st Served (cannabis applications processed like other Land Use Permits on a 1st come 1st served basis; cut-off is based on time application is deemed complete) -Uses Established Process (in part) -Simple. Minimizes # of Decisions to be Made -Deemed Complete Cut-off Favors Capable Applicants -Applicants May Race Each Other -Less County Discretion, Though Still Able to Deny - No Ability to Prioritize Applications 2nd choice B. RFP with Scoring (“Request for Proposal” process with scoring system where County requests that qualified applicants submit proposal by specified date to be selected by County through a criteria-based review) -Additional Layer of Discretion for County -Encourages Professionalism and “Good” Business Practices -May be able to pursue policy priorities through scoring system -More Staff Work to Develop and Implement -Establishes New Process and Learning Curve -May be Perceived as not Objective -Developing Scoring System May Be Controversial Process Consider for any use category that will have a hard-cap or an interim cap C. Lottery (Project proponents selected to apply by a lottery process) -Transparent Selection Process -Simple Selection Process -Less County Discretion Though Still Able to Deny -Less Desirable Proposals May Be Invited to Apply and Receive Approvals 3rd choice October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes311
CITY OF CONCORD
2017 Cannabis Planning Survey
Topline Report
n=1,155
16-minutes
Likely November 2020 Voters
September 27, 2017
www.godberesearch.com
Northern California and Corporate Offices
1575 Old Bayshore Highway, Suite 102
Burlingame, CA 94010
Nevada
59 Damonte Ranch Parkway, Suite B309
Reno, NV 89521
Pacific Northwest
601 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1900
Bellevue, WA 98004
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METHODOLOGY
Sample Universe:
- 52,156 Likely Voters
Sample Size:
n=1,155
Data Collection: Landline, Cell Phone & Online Interviewing from email invitation
Landline=112
Cell phone=72
Email Invite=289
Text Invite=682
Languages: English n=1,151 & Spanish n=4
Marin of Error: + 2.85%
Interview Dates: August 22 to August 29, 2017
CONCORD CLIMATE
Column N %Count Mean
Excellent 17.8%206
Good 60.2%695
Just fair 17.6%204
Poor 4.1%47
DK/NA 0.4%4
1. Overall, how would you rate the quality of life in Concord
today? Is it excellent, good, just fair, or poor?
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GENERAL AWARENESS & SUPPORT OR OPPOSITION
Column N %Count Mean
Strongly support 46.0%531
Somewhat support 23.0%265
Somewhat oppose 8.0%92
Strongly oppose 20.3%235
DK/NA 2.7%31
Total Support 69.0%797
Total Oppose 28.3%327
Strongly support 31.6%365
Somewhat support 18.9%218
Somewhat oppose 10.4%120
Strongly oppose 35.4%409
DK/NA 3.7%42
Total Support 50.5%584
Total Oppose 45.8%529
2. Do you support or oppose the sale of medical marijuana in
Concord?
3. Do you support or oppose the sale of recreational marijuana in
Concord?
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PERMITTING & LOCATION OF MARIJUANA FACILITIES IN CONCORD
Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 39.8%460
Somewhat Support 26.0%301
Somewhat Oppose 6.4%74
Strongly Oppose 20.5%236
DK/NA 7.3%84
Total Support 65.8%760
Total Oppose 26.9%311
Strongly Support 34.6%399
Somewhat Support 24.3%281
Somewhat Oppose 11.2%130
Strongly Oppose 25.0%289
DK/NA 4.9%57
Total Support 58.8%680
Total Oppose 36.2%418
Strongly Support 36.2%418
Somewhat Support 23.7%274
Somewhat Oppose 9.9%114
Strongly Oppose 26.2%303
DK/NA 4.0%47
Total Support 59.9%692
Total Oppose 36.1%417
Strongly Support 27.2%315
Somewhat Support 19.5%225
Somewhat Oppose 12.3%143
Strongly Oppose 36.1%417
DK/NA 4.9%56
Total Support 46.7%540
Total Oppose 48.4%559
Strongly Support 35.1%405
Somewhat Support 22.9%264
Somewhat Oppose 9.5%110
Strongly Oppose 27.0%312
DK/NA 5.4%63
Total Support 58.0%670
Total Oppose 36.6%422
Strongly Support 47.0%543
Somewhat Support 21.7%250
Somewhat Oppose 8.3%96
Strongly Oppose 20.2%233
DK/NA 2.8%32
Total Support 68.7%793
Total Oppose 28.5%330
4. Do you support or oppose each of the following medical marijuana activities in Concord?
4A. Testing labs
4B. Shipping and distribution facilities
4C. Indoor commercial cultivation facilities
4D. Outdoor commercial cultivation facilities
4E. Manufacturing of marijuana products
4F. Medical dispensaries
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Column N %Count Mean
4F. Medical dispensaries 0.69
4A. Testing labs 0.63
4C. Indoor commercial cultivation facilities 0.35
4B. Shipping and distribution facilities 0.34
4E. Manufacturing of marijuana products 0.31
4D. Outdoor commercial cultivation facilities -0.11
Strongly Support 32.2%372
Somewhat Support 19.5%226
Somewhat Oppose 9.7%112
Strongly Oppose 32.2%372
DK/NA 6.3%72
Total Support 51.8%598
Total Oppose 42.0%485
Strongly Support 29.1%336
Somewhat Support 18.2%210
Somewhat Oppose 9.9%114
Strongly Oppose 38.9%449
DK/NA 4.0%46
Total Support 47.3%546
Total Oppose 48.8%563
Strongly Support 29.3%338
Somewhat Support 19.9%229
Somewhat Oppose 9.8%113
Strongly Oppose 36.8%425
DK/NA 4.3%50
Total Support 49.1%568
Total Oppose 46.6%538
Strongly Support 23.8%275
Somewhat Support 15.3%177
Somewhat Oppose 12.0%138
Strongly Oppose 44.9%518
DK/NA 4.0%46
Total Support 39.1%452
Total Oppose 56.9%657
Strongly Support 29.2%338
Somewhat Support 16.2%188
Somewhat Oppose 11.1%128
Strongly Oppose 39.4%456
DK/NA 4.0%46
Total Support 45.5%525
Total Oppose 50.5%584
5. Do you support or oppose each of the following recreational marijuana activities in Concord?
5A. Testing labs
5B. Shipping and distribution facilities
5C. Indoor commercial cultivation facilities
5D. Outdoor commercial cultivation facilities
5E. Manufacturing of marijuana products
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Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 30.7%354
Somewhat Support 18.4%213
Somewhat Oppose 7.8%90
Strongly Oppose 40.0%462
DK/NA 3.1%35
Total Support 49.1%567
Total Oppose 47.8%552
Strongly Support 23.8%275
Somewhat Support 16.3%188
Somewhat Oppose 12.0%139
Strongly Oppose 40.0%462
DK/NA 7.9%91
Total Support 40.1%463
Total Oppose 52.0%601
5A. Testing labs 0.10
5C. Indoor commercial cultivation facilities -0.05
5F. Recreational marijuana dispensaries -0.08
5B. Shipping and distribution facilities -0.12
5E. Manufacturing of marijuana products -0.16
5G. Adult marijuana clubs -0.30
5D. Outdoor commercial cultivation facilities -0.40
Strongly Support 31.1%359
Somewhat Support 20.0%231
Somewhat Oppose 12.7%146
Strongly Oppose 31.6%365
DK/NA 4.5%52
Total Support 51.1%591
Total Oppose 44.3%512
Strongly Support 35.6%411
Somewhat Support 19.1%220
Somewhat Oppose 11.2%129
Strongly Oppose 29.7%343
DK/NA 4.5%52
Total Support 54.7%632
Total Oppose 40.9%472
5F. Recreational marijuana dispensaries
5G. Adult marijuana clubs
6. Do you support or oppose allowing personal outdoor
cultivation of 6 or fewer marijuana plants in Concord?
7. Do you support or oppose allowing personal outdoor
cultivation of 3 or fewer marijuana plants in Concord?
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Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 27.0%312
Somewhat Support 24.5%283
Somewhat Oppose 10.2%117
Strongly Oppose 35.2%407
DK/NA 3.1%35
Total Support 51.6%595
Total Oppose 45.4%524
Strongly Support 23.8%275
Somewhat Support 21.2%244
Somewhat Oppose 13.6%158
Strongly Oppose 37.9%437
DK/NA 3.5%41
Total Support 44.9%519
Total Oppose 51.5%595
Strongly Support 10.7%124
Somewhat Support 10.5%121
Somewhat Oppose 15.0%174
Strongly Oppose 61.3%708
DK/NA 2.5%29
Total Support 21.2%245
Total Oppose 76.3%881
Strongly Support 43.3%500
Somewhat Support 21.6%249
Somewhat Oppose 9.3%107
Strongly Oppose 23.1%267
DK/NA 2.8%32
Total Support 64.9%749
Total Oppose 32.4%374
Strongly Support 25.1%290
Somewhat Support 19.3%223
Somewhat Oppose 15.0%173
Strongly Oppose 35.7%412
DK/NA 4.9%57
Total Support 44.4%513
Total Oppose 50.7%585
Strongly Support 35.4%409
Somewhat Support 27.4%317
Somewhat Oppose 7.1%82
Strongly Oppose 26.6%307
DK/NA 3.5%41
Total Support 62.8%725
Total Oppose 33.7%389
8B. Local shopping centers
8C. Residential neighborhoods
8D. Near the police department
8E. Regional shopping centers
8F. Industrial areas
8A. Downtown
8. For each of the following areas in Concord, do you support or oppose allowing medical
marijuana dispensaries?
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Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 23.3%269
Somewhat Support 20.5%237
Somewhat Oppose 13.1%151
Strongly Oppose 37.9%438
DK/NA 5.2%60
Total Support 43.8%506
Total Oppose 51.0%589
8D. Near the police department 0.54
8F. Industrial areas 0.39
8A. Downtown -0.02
8E. Regional shopping centers -0.18
8B. Local shopping centers -0.21
8G. Office buildings -0.23
8C. Residential neighborhoods -1.08
Strongly Support 23.5%271
Somewhat Support 15.7%181
Somewhat Oppose 11.9%138
Strongly Oppose 46.4%536
DK/NA 2.5%29
Total Support 39.2%452
Total Oppose 58.4%674
Strongly Support 21.6%250
Somewhat Support 13.5%156
Somewhat Oppose 13.2%152
Strongly Oppose 48.5%560
DK/NA 3.2%37
Total Support 35.2%406
Total Oppose 61.7%712
Strongly Support 10.2%118
Somewhat Support 6.6%76
Somewhat Oppose 12.8%148
Strongly Oppose 67.7%781
DK/NA 2.7%31
Total Support 16.8%194
Total Oppose 80.5%929
Strongly Support 34.8%401
Somewhat Support 17.9%206
Somewhat Oppose 10.1%116
Strongly Oppose 34.8%402
DK/NA 2.5%29
Total Support 52.6%608
Total Oppose 44.9%518
8G. Office buildings
9A. Downtown
9B. Local shopping centers
9C. Residential neighborhoods
9D. Near the police department
9. For each of the following areas in Concord, do you support or oppose allowing recreational
marijuana dispensaries?
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Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 22.4%259
Somewhat Support 14.4%167
Somewhat Oppose 11.5%133
Strongly Oppose 48.1%556
DK/NA 3.5%40
Total Support 36.8%425
Total Oppose 59.7%689
Strongly Support 28.2%325
Somewhat Support 18.7%216
Somewhat Oppose 9.6%111
Strongly Oppose 39.6%458
DK/NA 3.9%46
Total Support 46.8%541
Total Oppose 49.2%569
Strongly Support 19.1%221
Somewhat Support 13.5%156
Somewhat Oppose 14.7%170
Strongly Oppose 49.6%573
DK/NA 3.2%37
Total Support 32.6%376
Total Oppose 64.3%742
9D. Near the police department 0.08
9F. Industrial areas -0.14
9A. Downtown -0.43
9E. Regional shopping centers -0.50
9B. Local shopping centers -0.55
9G. Office buildings -0.64
9C. Residential neighborhoods -1.24
1 to 3 30.6%354
4 to 6 19.3%223
7 to 9 5.9%68
10 or more 11.0%127
None 23.6%273
DK/NA 9.6%110
9E. Regional shopping centers
9F. Industrial areas
9G. Office buildings
10. How many marijuana dispensaries should be allowed in the
City of Concord?
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Column N %Count Mean
Not near schools 7.4%86
Not in the city of concord/My
neighborhood/Don't allow it 5.1%59
Controlled/Obey
laws/Rules/Regulations 4.6%53
Regulate like
cigarettes/Alcohol/Bars 4.5%52
Require prescription/Doctor
issued/Medical card 4.5%52
Not in public/Family
areas/Venues 4.1%48
Not in residential areas 3.7%43
No sales to minors/21 plus 3.6%41
ID require for purchase 3.1%36
Opposed to recreation
marijuana 3.0%35
Keep away from children 2.8%32
Medical marijuana is OK 2.8%32
Opposed to marijuana 2.0%23
Security/Police at dispensaries 1.9%22
Driving while
high/Accidents/Need
punishment
1.7%20
Need test for sobriety/DUI with
marijuana 1.7%19
Dispense at
pharmacy/Hospital/Doctors
office
1.7%19
Crime/Increased
crime/Homeless 1.6%19
Concerns of smell/Second hand
smoke/Coming into apartment 1.6%18
Tax it/City can benefit
financially 1.3%15
Funding for
education/Treatment/Programs/
City projects
1.1%13
No loitering around
dispensaries 1.1%13
Not near parks 1.0%12
Periodic
review/Inspections/Police
checks/Oversight
1.0%11
Record keeping of sales 0.9%10
Limit hours of operation 0.8%9
Unhealthy/Dangerous 0.8%9
Not downtown 0.7%8
Consumed at home 0.7%8
Close to police department 0.7%8
Don't over regulate it 0.7%8
Limit store front advertisement 0.6%7
Dispense like
prescription/Labels/Warnings 0.6%7
11. Are there any requirements or regulations regarding medical
or recreational marijuana that you want to see in place in the City
of Concord?
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Column N %Count Mean
Concerned about other things 0.6%6
Reduces quality of like/Hurt
community 0.5%6
Limit amout purchased per
week/Month 0.5%6
Product quality/Tested/Safe 0.5%6
Background checks on
owners/Employees 0.5%5
Environment/water/soil 0.5%5
No toxins/Chemicals/Pesticides 0.4%5
Illegal/Federal drug laws 0.4%5
In warehouses/Industrial
areas/City outskirts 0.4%4
Cultivation for personal use 0.3%3
Protections for personal
growers/Users 0.2%3
Positive relationship between
city/Businesses 0.2%2
Owned/Operated by Concord
residents 0.2%2
Limit number of
stores/dispensaries 0.2%2
No way to enforce regulations 0.2%2
Banking access/Not keep cash
on site 0.1%1
Sales only to Concord residents 0.1%1
Provision to pay for additional
police services 0.1%1
Provide places to
smoke/Shops/Lounge 0.1%1
Not all users are responsible 0.0%0
Users be registered 0.0%0
Other Mention - Positive 0.1%1
Other Mention - Negative 0.2%3
No/None/Nothing 15.1%175
Other 0.1%1
DK/NA/Not sure 30.1%348
Yes 50.8%586
No 42.7%493
DK/NA 6.6%76
Extremely concerned 45.1%264
Very concerned 30.2%177
Somewhat concerned 24.6%144
DK/NA 0.1%1
13. How concerned are you?
12. Are you concerned with increased crime associated with
marijuana dispensaries and deliveries in Concord?
11. Are there any requirements or regulations regarding medical
or recreational marijuana that you want to see in place in the City
of Concord? (continued)
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Column N %Count Mean
Strongly Support 48.7%563
Somewhat Support 20.1%232
Somewhat Oppose 6.6%76
Strongly Oppose 16.5%191
DK/NA 8.1%93
Total Support 68.8%795
Total Oppose 23.1%267
14. If the Concord City Council and the Police Department agree
on a location for a medical marijuana dispensary in Concord,
would you support or oppose that decision?
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GROSS RECIEPTS TAX
Column N %Count Mean
Definitely Yes 69.8%806
Probably Yes 13.5%156
Probably No 2.7%31
Definitely No 9.8%114
DK/NA 4.2%48
Total Yes 83.3%962
Total No 12.5%144
15. In addition to the City's efforts to create a comprehensive
marijuana program, the City may also consider the local taxation
of marijuana. Would you support a local tax on marijuana
businesses in Concord?
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DEMOGRAPHICS
Column N %Count Mean
Male 45.9%530
Female 53.3%616
Other 0.8%9
18-29 12.7%147
30-39 15.9%184
40-49 15.1%174
50-64 29.9%346
65+26.3%304
Not coded 0.0%0
Japanese 0.5%6
Chinese 1.0%12
Hispanic 8.0%92
Jewish 1.3%15
Armenian 0.1%2
Vietnamese 0.4%5
Italian 2.7%31
Korean 0.1%1
African American 0.0%0
Not Coded 85.8%991
Owner 63.4%732
Renter 36.6%423
Cell phone 24.9%288
Landline 24.9%288
Email to online 24.9%288
Text to online 25.2%291
Democrat 50.8%586
Republican 23.4%270
Other 4.7%54
DTS 21.1%244
Dem 1 25.3%293
Dem 2+16.1%186
Rep 1 8.3%96
Rep 2+8.3%96
Other 1 13.8%159
Other 2+4.0%47
Dem & Rep 5.7%66
Dem & Other 9.3%107
Rep & Other 6.6%76
Dem, Rep & Other 2.5%29
C. Ethnic Surname
D. Homeownership Status
E. Survey Type
F. Party
G. Household Party Type
A. Respondent's Gender
B. Age
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Column N %Count Mean
2013 to 2017 50.2%580
2009 to 2012 8.5%98
2005 to 2008 9.9%115
2001 to 2004 7.0%80
1997 to 2000 6.5%75
1993 to 1996 3.7%43
1981 to 1992 7.2%83
1980 or before 7.1%82
Not Coded 0.0%0
0 13.8%159
1 10.1%117
2 7.4%86
3 5.6%65
4 5.5%64
5 5.4%63
6 3.9%45
7 6.4%73
8 4.4%50
9 2.3%26
10 4.9%57
11 5.8%67
12 6.3%72
13 9.5%109
14 8.7%100
15 0.1%1
16 0.0%0
0 44.1%509
1 14.3%165
2 5.1%59
3 3.4%39
4 3.9%45
5 2.1%25
6 2.4%28
7 2.6%30
8 2.1%25
9 1.3%15
10 2.8%32
11 2.9%33
12 2.8%33
13 5.0%57
14 5.1%59
15 0.1%1
16 0.0%0
Yes 100.0%1155
No 0.0%0
H. Registration Date
J. Times Voted in Last Elections
K. Absentee Voter
L. Likely November 2020 Voter
I. Voting History see detailed crosstabs
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Column N %Count Mean
Yes 61.7%713
No 38.3%442
Yes 77.8%898
No 22.2%257
Yes 43.3%500
No 56.7%655
Yes 63.4%732
No 36.6%423
Yes 47.8%552
No 52.2%603
N. Likely November 2018 Voter
O. Likely June 2018 Voter
P. Permanent Absentee Voter
Q. Likely Absentee Voter
M. Likely June 2020 Voter
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2017 Cannabis Planning Survey
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October 5, 2017
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1575 Old Bayshore Highway, Suite 102
Burlingame, CA 94010
Nevada
59 Damonte Ranch Parkway, Suite B309
Reno, NV 89521
Pacific Northwest
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ADDENDUM METHODOLOGY
Sample Universe:
- 52,156 Likely Voters
Sample Size:
Q2 Support n=797
Q3 Support n=584
Marin of Error:
Q2 Support + 3.44%
Q3 Support + 4.03%
SUPPORT FOR DISPENSARY LOCATION BY SUPPORT FOR MARIJUANA
Column N %Count Column N %Count
Strongly Support 38.1%303 46.9%274
Somewhat Support 33.5%267 31.5%184
Somewhat Oppose 11.2%89 9.7%57
Strongly Oppose 14.4%115 9.6%56
DK/NA 2.8%22 2.2%13
Total Support 71.6%78.4%
Total Oppose 25.6%19.3%
Strongly Support 34.0%271 44.8%261
Somewhat Support 27.8%221 28.8%168
Somewhat Oppose 16.1%128 13.8%81
Strongly Oppose 18.7%149 9.5%55
DK/NA 3.4%27 3.1%18
Total Support 61.8%73.6%
Total Oppose 34.8%23.3%
Strongly Support 15.2%121 20.3%118
Somewhat Support 14.8%118 18.2%106
Somewhat Oppose 20.0%159 20.1%117
Strongly Oppose 47.8%381 38.5%225
DK/NA 2.2%17 2.9%17
Total Support 30.0%38.5%
Total Oppose 67.8%58.6%
Strongly Support 59.0%470 63.5%371
Somewhat Support 24.1%192 21.2%124
Somewhat Oppose 7.3%58 5.8%34
Strongly Oppose 7.0%56 6.9%40
DK/NA 2.6%21 2.6%15
Total Support 83.1%84.7%
Total Oppose 14.3%12.7%
Strongly Support 35.5%283 46.4%271
Somewhat Support 25.5%203 26.4%154
Somewhat Oppose 17.6%140 15.3%89
Strongly Oppose 16.4%130 7.9%46
DK/NA 5.0%40 4.1%24
Total Support 61.0%72.8%
Total Oppose 33.9%23.1%
8A. Downtown
8B. Local shopping centers
8C. Residential neighborhoods
8D. Near the police department
8E. Regional shopping centers
Subset of those who
supported recreational
marijuana in Q3 *
8. For each of the following areas in Concord, do you support or oppose
allowing medical marijuana dispensaries?
Subset of those who
supported medical
marijuana in Q2 *
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Column N %Count Column N %Count
Strongly Support 50.0%398 58.0%339
Somewhat Support 34.3%273 29.3%171
Somewhat Oppose 4.2%33 3.3%19
Strongly Oppose 7.9%63 5.7%34
DK/NA 3.7%29 3.5%21
Total Support 84.3%87.4%
Total Oppose 12.1%9.1%
Strongly Support 33.3%265 39.4%230
Somewhat Support 27.9%222 27.9%163
Somewhat Oppose 14.7%117 13.3%78
Strongly Oppose 18.4%147 12.9%76
DK/NA 5.7%46 6.4%38
Total Support 61.2%67.3%
Total Oppose 33.1%26.3%
Strongly Support 33.6%268 45.5%266
Somewhat Support 22.3%177 25.1%147
Somewhat Oppose 13.6%108 11.7%68
Strongly Oppose 28.4%226 15.5%90
DK/NA 2.1%17 2.2%13
Total Support 55.9%70.6%
Total Oppose 41.9%27.2%
Strongly Support 31.0%247 41.5%242
Somewhat Support 19.1%152 23.8%139
Somewhat Oppose 16.1%128 16.9%99
Strongly Oppose 30.7%245 14.5%85
DK/NA 3.1%25 3.2%19
Total Support 50.1%65.3%
Total Oppose 46.8%31.4%
Strongly Support 14.5%115 20.2%118
Somewhat Support 9.5%76 12.5%73
Somewhat Oppose 17.0%135 19.5%114
Strongly Oppose 56.7%452 44.8%262
DK/NA 2.3%18 2.9%17
Total Support 24.0%32.7%
Total Oppose 73.6%64.3%
Strongly Support 48.0%383 59.2%346
Somewhat Support 21.2%169 21.9%128
Somewhat Oppose 9.7%78 7.1%41
Strongly Oppose 18.5%147 9.3%54
DK/NA 2.5%20 2.5%15
Total Support 69.3%81.1%
Total Oppose 28.2%16.4%
8G. Office buildings
9A. Downtown
9B. Local shopping centers
9C. Residential neighborhoods
9D. Near the police department
9. For each of the following areas in Concord, do you support or oppose
allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries?
8F. Industrial areas
Subset of those who
supported medical
marijuana in Q2 *
Subset of those who
supported recreational
marijuana in Q3 *
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Column N %Count Column N %Count
Strongly Support 32.1%256 43.5%254
Somewhat Support 20.0%159 25.0%146
Somewhat Oppose 14.1%113 12.8%75
Strongly Oppose 30.0%239 14.7%86
DK/NA 3.8%30 4.0%24
Total Support 52.0%68.5%
Total Oppose 44.2%27.5%
Strongly Support 40.2%320 53.6%313
Somewhat Support 24.2%193 25.9%151
Somewhat Oppose 9.4%75 6.9%40
Strongly Oppose 22.1%176 8.7%51
DK/NA 4.2%33 4.9%29
Total Support 64.4%79.5%
Total Oppose 31.4%15.5%
Strongly Support 27.2%217 37.2%217
Somewhat Support 18.6%148 22.4%131
Somewhat Oppose 17.4%139 17.9%104
Strongly Oppose 33.7%269 18.7%109
DK/NA 3.0%24 3.8%22
Total Support 45.8%59.7%
Total Oppose 51.2%36.5%
* Subset of those who supported medical (Q2) or recreational (Q3) marijuana is defined as those who said
they "strongly support" plus those who said they "somewhat support" in each question respectively. The
specific wording of each question was:
Q2: Do you support or oppose the sale of medical marijuana in Concord?
Q3: Do you support or oppose the sale of recreational marijuana in Concord?
9E. Regional shopping centers
9F. Industrial areas
9G. Office buildings
Subset of those who
supported medical
marijuana in Q2 *
Subset of those who
supported recreational
marijuana in Q3 *
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
CONTINUE the emergency action originally taken by the Board of Supervisors on February 14, 2017, pursuant to
Public Contract Code Sections 22035 and 22050, to repair the Alhambra Valley Road Washout Project, as
recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, Pinole area. Project No. 0672-6U6201 (District I)
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost of the project is not expected to exceed $4,000,000. The project will be funded by Local Road Funds
(100%). The project is eligible for prorated reimbursement under the state of emergency declared by Governor
Brown on January 23, 2017.
BACKGROUND:
On February 14, 2017, the Board of Supervisors declared an emergency and authorized the Public Works Director to
proceed in the most expeditious manner to repair the washed out portion of Alhambra Valley Road.
The repair work requires the construction of a new bridge with wingwalls, slope protection and roadway conform
work.
Public Works Department staff completed the bridge design and requested prices for the necessary equipment,
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Kevin Emigh, 925.
313-2233
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 1
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:CONTINUE the emergency action for the repair of the Alhambra Valley Road Washout, Pinole area.
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BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
services, and supplies to perform the emergency repair project as expeditiously as possible. The resulting price quotes
were received on May 23, 2017.
On May 24, 2017, the Public Works Director signed a construction contract with Flatiron West, Inc. to perform the
emergency repair work. The emergency repairs began June 12 with completion anticipated by the end of October
2017.
A sinkhole opened up in Pinole Valley Road immediately adjacent to the bridge work and is currently being repaired
by the bridge contractor.
Public Contract Code Section 22050 requires that, for a body that meets weekly, the need to continue the emergency
declaration be reviewed at least every 14 days until the local emergency is terminated. Since the conditions that
warranted the emergency declaration persist, it is appropriate for the Board to continue the emergency actions
regarding the hazardous conditions caused by storm damage.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Non-concurrence at this point in the project could cause delays in completion of the washout repairs.
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
CONTINUE the emergency action originally taken by the Board of Supervisors on March 7, 2017, pursuant to
Public Contract Code Sections 22035 and 22050, to repair the Morgan Territory Road Slide Repair Project, as
recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, Clayton area. Project No. 0672-6U6203 (District III)
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost of the project is not expected to exceed $6,000,000. The project will be funded by Local Road Funds
(100%). County staff is actively pursuing reimbursement through the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) as a result of the State and Federal emergency declarations.
BACKGROUND:
On March 7, 2017, the Board of Supervisors declared an emergency and authorized the Public Works Director to
proceed in the most expeditious manner to repair Morgan Territory Road approximately 1 mile south of Marsh Creek
Road.
The repair work requires the installation of two structural retaining wall systems, excavation and backfill of
embankment between the wall systems, reconstruction of pavement, drainage improvements, and pavement striping.
Public Works Department
APPROVE OTHER
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RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Kevin Emigh,
925.313-2233
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 2
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:CONTINUE the emergency action for the Morgan Territory Road Slide Repair project, Clayton area.
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BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
staff completed the road repair design and requested prices for the necessary equipment, services, and supplies to
perform the emergency repair project as expeditiously as possible. The resulting price quotes were received on May
23, 2017. On June 1, 2017, the Public Works Director signed a construction contract with Flatiron West, Inc. to
perform the emergency repair work.
The emergency repairs began on July 17, 2017 and will be complete by November 18, 2017. During the construction
period, Morgan Territory Road will be closed at the slide site and local traffic will use a temporary access on Leon
Drive through the Marsh Creek Detention Facility driveway. The Public Works Director signed an agreement,
“License Agreement for Temporary Use of Private Road (Leon Drive)”, with each owner of Leon Drive for public
use of the private road as needed for the duration of the construction phase of the emergency repairs.
The temporary detour road on Leon Drive must be repaved prior to returning it to the owners in accordance with the
signed License Agreement. The County plans to hire a contractor to repave Leon Drive in late November/early
December after the repairs to Morgan Territory Road are complete.
Public Contract Code Section 22050 requires that, for a body that meets weekly, the need to continue the emergency
declaration be reviewed at least every 14 days until the local emergency is terminated. Since the conditions that
warranted the emergency declaration persist, it is appropriate for the Board to continue the emergency actions
regarding the hazardous conditions caused by storm damage.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Non-concurrence at this point in the project could cause delays in completion of the slide repairs.
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/373 approving the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement for subdivision SD17-9299,
for a project being developed by Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, as recommended by the Interim
Public Works Director, San Ramon (Dougherty Valley) area. (District II)
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Department has reviewed the conditions of approval for subdivision SD17-9299 and has
determined that all conditions of approval for Final Map approval have been satisfied.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Final Map and Subdivision Agreement will not be approved and recorded.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Jocelyn LaRocque, 925.
313-2315
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of
Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Sherri Reed, Design/Construction , Ruben Hernandez, Dept of Conservation , Craig Standafer, Engineering Services, T-8/9/18, Dave Suico, Western Surety Company, First
American Title Company, Chris Low - City of San Ramon
C. 3
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Approve the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement for subdivision SD17-09299, San Ramon (Dougherty Valley)
area.
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AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/373
Subdivision Agreement
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Resolution No.
2017/373
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THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board
Adopted this Resolution on 10/24/2017 by the following vote:
AYE:
John Gioia
Candace Andersen
Diane Burgis
Karen Mitchoff
Federal D. Glover
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
RECUSE:
Resolution No. 2017/373
IN THE MATTER OF approving the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement for subdivision SD17-9299, a project being
developed by Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, San
Ramon (Dougherty Valley) area. (District II)
WHERE AS, the following documents were presented for board approval this date:
I. Map
The Final Map of subdivision, SD17-9299, property located in the San Ramon (Dougherty Valley) area, Supervisorial District II,
said map having been certified by the proper officials.
II. Subdivision Agreement
A subdivision agreement with Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, principal, whereby said principal agrees to
complete all improvements as required in said subdivision agreement within 2 years from the date of said agreement.
Accompanying said subdivision agreement is security guaranteeing completion of said improvements as follows:
A. Cash Bond
Performance amount: $12,000
Auditor’s Deposit Permit No. 744864 Date: September 1, 2017
Submitted by: Toll Brothers, Inc.
B. Surety Bond/Letter of Credit
Bond Company: Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Bond Number: PB00579800079 Date: August 7, 2017
Performance Amount: $1,098,000
Labor & Materials Amount: $555,000
Principal: Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation
III. Tax Letter
Letter from the County Tax Collector stating that there are no unpaid County taxes heretofore levied on the property included in
said map and that the 2016-2017 tax lien has been paid in full and the 2016-2017 tax lien, which became a lien on the first day of
January 2017, is estimated to be $544,909.08 with security guaranteeing payment of said tax lien as follows:
Tax Surety
Bond Company: Western Surety Company
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Bond Number: 30019992 Date: October 2, 2017
Amount: $544,909.88
Submitted by/Principal: Shapell Industries, Inc., a Delaware Corporation
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. That said subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and improvement, is DETERMINED to be consistent with the
County's general and specific plans.
2. That said Final map is APPROVED and this Board does hereby accept subject to installation and acceptance of improvements
on behalf of the public any of the streets, paths, or easements shown thereon as dedicated to public use.
3. That said Subdivision Agreement is also APPROVED.
Contact: Jocelyn LaRocque, 925. 313-2315
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Sherri Reed, Design/Construction , Ruben Hernandez, Dept of Conservation , Craig Standafer, Engineering Services, T-8/9/18, Dave Suico, Western
Surety Company, First American Title Company, Chris Low - City of San Ramon
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Acting as the Governing Board of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District:
1. APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or his designee, to execute a contract amendment with Willdan
Financial Services to extend the term from October 31, 2017, to June 30, 2018, for a Development Impact Fee Study,
with no change to the contract payment limit.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no change in the contract payment limit of $46,000.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (District) executed a contract with Willdan Financial Services
effective September 15, 2016, to conduct a Development Impact Fee Study and assist in updating existing
development impact fees to reflect current fire facility costs and growth projections within the District. The original
contract termination date was October 31, 2017. The contractor will not complete all of the services described in the
contract service plan before the termination date. Extending the contract termination date to June 30, 2018, will allow
time for the contractor to complete all of the services detailed in the contract service plan.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Lewis Broschard, Deputy Fire
Chief (925) 941-3501
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the
minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 4
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Jeff Carman, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Contract Extension for Development Impact Fee and CFD Study
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 379
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The contract will expire before the District receives a completed Development Impact Fee Study.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 380
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Director of Airports, or designee, to negotiate a long-term lease between the
County, as Landlord, and one of two parties, in priority ranking order, that have submitted a final property use
proposal for the approximately 3.5 acres located at 101 John Glenn Drive, at the Buchanan Field Airport.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no negative impact on the General Fund. The Airport Enterprise Fund could realize lease and other revenue.
The County General Fund could realize property, sales and possessory interest tax revenues if a lease is successfully
negotiated.
BACKGROUND:
The over 50-year old hangar became the property of the County in October 2014, when the term of the former
tenant’s ground lease ended. Since that time, the County has managed and leased the facility. The facility is
comprised of three hangar bays and office space. Two of the three hangar bays are currently vacant. The third is
currently rented to different tenants. A majority of the office space in the third hangar is currently rented to Pacific
States Aviation for its flight school.
For projects with a competitive interest, the selection process approved by the Board of Supervisors on May 23,
2006, includes: (1) requesting project information and a development/lease deposit; (2) convening a selection
committee; (3) reviewing, interviewing, if deemed necessary, and ranking the proposals; (4) seeking Board approval
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Beth Lee, (925) 681-4200
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 5
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Keith Freitas, Airports Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Contra Costa Airports Authorization to Negotiate Long-Term Lease for Property Located at 101 John Glenn Drive at
Buchanan Field Airport, Pacheco Area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 381
of ranking order and authorization to negotiate lease terms; (5) facilitating meetings between the project
developer/sponsor and stakeholders; and (6) seeking Board approval of the final lease.
On June 21, 2017, Airports staff initiated the selection process by sending notices for competitive interest to lease the
facility to businesses at both County airports and to our interested party list. The solicitation provided a response
deadline of 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017. At the close of the solicitation period, the County had received
three letters of interest. The responses, each of which expressed an interest in a long-term lease of the property, came
from Pacific States Aviation, PG&E, and an unidentified party, represented by the law firm of Bryant, Lovlien &
Jarvis.
On July 18, 2017, the County sent the three interested parties a letter requesting that specified detailed information be
provided by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23, 2017. The additional detail requested related to the proposed use of
the Premises, the proposed business use or other business activities, the desired terms of the lease and the proposed
building improvements. The letter also requested a cashier’s check in the amount of $10,000 as a performance
guarantee. The performance guarantee would be returned to unsuccessful party(ies) at the completion of the selection
process. For the successful candidate, the guarantee would be applied to cover the cost of the project’s lease
development process. Any remaining funds could be applied to the ground rent or refunded. The letter also advised
recipients that the County may elect to negotiate with another candidate, in priority ranked order, if we are unable to
consummate a lease with the top ranked candidate.
The County received two (2) complete proposals by the deadline. One proposal was from Pacific States Aviation and
the other from Sterling Aviation (which was previously represented by Bryant, Lovlien & Jarvis). A selection
committee, comprised of County staff and two Aviation Advisory Committee members, reviewed and ranked the
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 382
proposals. Both proposals were excellent and worthy of consideration, which resulted in the selection committee
interviewing both candidates. The selection committee ranked the proposals and interviews based on the following
factors:
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 383
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
Compatibility of proposed use(s) with governing policies
Proposed accommodation of the existing tenants into the leasehold
Proposed financial and lease terms Proposed enhancements to the Premises
Track record and experience relative to proposed use of the Premises
Proposed schedule and timing
The selection committee ranked the proposal submitted by Pacific States Aviation first and the proposal from Sterling
Aviation second.
Selection of a leasehold tenant would expand economic development activity at Buchanan Field Airport and result in
increased revenues to the Airport Enterprise Fund and County General Fund. To be considered, the proposed use of
the property had to be consistent with the Airport Master Plan. Based on the location of the property, the use proposed
under both proposals is consistent with the Buchanan Field Airport Master Plan and the Mitigated Negative
Declaration that was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on October 24, 2008.
Unless and until a final lease agreement is fully executed by all parties, this Board Order, any draft lease agreement,
other communications or conduct of the parties shall have absolutely no legal effect, may not be used to impose any
legally binding obligation on the County and may not be used as evidence of any oral or implied agreement between
the parties or as evidence of the terms and conditions of any implied agreement.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Delay in approving the lease term negotiations will result in a delay of securing a long-term tenant for the property,
which will negatively impact the Airport Enterprise Fund.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 384
RECOMMENDATION(S):
AUTHORIZE the discharge from accountability for delinquent accounts transferred from the former Office of
Revenue Collection to Animal Services totaling $168,614.47, which have been deemed uncollectible.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The accounts to be discharged total $168,614.47. The past due amounts were transferred from closed accounts which
the Office of Revenue Collections was unable to collect. These are 100% user fee funds.
BACKGROUND:
The delinquent accounts contained unpaid fees for services provided by Animal Services. When the accounts were
transferred from the Office of Revenue Collection to the department, the department was unable to collect on these
accounts. The likelihood of collection on these closed accounts does not warrant the expense involved. Therefore, the
Department is requesting a discharge from accountability.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Animal Services would need additional assistance in the collection process including, but not limited to, legal
consultation.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Beth Ward, 925-608-8470
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 6
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Beth Ward, Animal Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Discharge from Accountability for Uncollected Accounts for the Animal Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 385
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Counsel, or designee, to execute, on behalf of the County and the Contra
Costa County Water Agency, a joint defense and fee allocation agreement and a contract for legal services with The
Freeman Firm, effective July 1, 2017, and a contract for legal services with Rossmann & Moore, LLP, effective July
21, 2017, in connection with California Department of Water Resources v. All Persons Interested in the Matter, etc.,
Sacramento County Superior Court Case No. 34-2017-00215965.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The County and Water Agency will be jointly responsible for one-seventh of the attorneys’ fees and costs charged by
The Freeman Firm and Rossmann & Moore to represent the co-defendants in the litigation.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Stephen M. Siptroth, Deputy
County Counsel, 335-1817
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the
minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 7
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Sharon L. Anderson, County Counsel
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:DWR’s WaterFix Bond Validation Action – Joint Defense Agreement and Legal Services Contracts
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 386
BACKGROUND:
The County and the Water Agency are defendants in California Department of Water Resources v. All Persons
Interested in the Matter, etc., Sacramento County Superior Court Case No. 34-2017-00215965, filed July 21, 2017.
This Board Order authorizes the County Counsel, or her designee, to execute three agreements in connection with the
lawsuit.
The joint defense and fee allocation agreement will be executed by nine co-defendants in the case – Contra Costa
County, the Contra Costa County Water Agency, San Joaquin County, Solano County, Yolo County, Central Delta
Water Agency, Butte County, Plumas County, and the Plumas County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District. This agreement authorizes the co-defendants to share privileged litigation-related communications and
documents and describes how the co-defendants will pay the attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in the litigation.
The above nine agencies will be represented by two law firms – The Freeman Firm and Rossmann & Moore. The
contracts for legal services with The Freeman Firm and Rossmann & Moore authorize those law firms to represent all
of the above agencies in this lawsuit. For billing purposes, the County and Water Agency constitute one client, and
Plumas County and the Plumas County Flood Control and Water Conservation District constitute one client. Under
these contracts, the County and Water Agency, together, and each of the other clients, will be responsible for paying
one-seventh of all attorneys’ fees and costs charged by the two law firms.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The County and Water Agency would not be represented by these law firms, and there would be no agreement
regarding the sharing of privileged documents and communications among the co-defendants in this lawsuit.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 387
RECOMMENDATION(S):
DENY claim filed by Rodney Lum.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Rodney Lum: Property claim for damage to bicycle in the amount of
$649.49
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Scott Selby 925.335.1400
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 8
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Claims
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 388
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ACCEPT Board members meeting reports for September 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Government Code section 53232.3(d) requires that members of legislative bodies report on meetings attended for
which there has been expense reimbursement (mileage, meals, lodging ex cetera). The attached reports were
submitted by the Board of Supervisors members in satisfaction of this requirement.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Board of Supervisors will not be in compliance with Government Code 53232.3(d).
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Joellen Bergamini
925.335.1906
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 9
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:ACCEPT Board members meeting reports for September 2017
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 389
ATTACHMENTS
District II September 2017
Report
District I September 2017 Report
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 390
Supervisor John Gioia
September – 2017 Monthly Meeting Statement
Government Code section 53232.3(d) requires that members of legislative bodies
report on meetings attended for which there has been expense reimbursement
(mileage, meals, lodging, etc.).
1. Meeting Date: September 8, 2017
Meeting: SF Bay Restoration Authority Board Meeting
Location: Fremont, CA
2. Meeting Date: September 8, 2017
Meeting: SF Bay Restoration Authority Board Tour
Location: Eden Landing
Supervisor sought reimbursement from the County for one meeting that he attended
in his capacity as a County Supervisor during the month of September, 2017.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 391
Supervisor Candace Andersen – Monthly Meeting Report September 2017
Date Meeting Location
6 Rossmoor Rotary Walnut Creek
7 East Bay EDA Walnut Creek
8 SRV Mental Health San Ramon
8 TRAFFIX Danville
9 San Ramon 150 anniversary San Ramon
10 San Ramon ARC dedication San Ramon
11 Internal Operations Martinez
11 Exchange Club 9-11 ceremony Danville
12 Board of Supervisors Martinez
13 CCCERA Concord
13 LAFCO Martinez
14 East Bay EDA Pleasanton
14 Street Smarts San Ramon
15 Joint Conf Committee Martinez
15 APAPA event San Ramon
16 Friends of Library Walnut Creek
16 Mental Health Retreat Martinez
18 Alamo Liaison Danville
18 SWAT Orinda
19 Board of Supervisors Martinez
19 TRAFFIX Danville
20 Alamo Rotary Alamo
20 Sustainable CC Awards Concord
21 CCCTA Concord
21 EBMUD update Orinda
21 ABAG exec board Oakland
23 Hemme Station Park Grand Opening Alamo
25 Family & Human Services Martinez
25 Orinda Town Hall Orinda
26 Board of Supervisors Martinez
27 CCCERA Concord
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 392
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Board meeting minutes for September 2017, as on file with the Office of the Clerk of the Board.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Government Code Section 25101(b) requires the Clerk of the Board to keep and enter in the minute book of the
Board a full and complete record of the proceedings of the Board at all regular and special meetings, including the
entry in full of all resolutions and of all decisions on questions concerning the allowance of accounts. The vote of
each member on every question shall be recorded.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Joellen Bergamini
925.335.1906
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 10
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:APPROVE the Board meeting minutes for September 2017
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 393
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution NO. 2017/314 proclaiming November 1, 2017 as the Contra Costa County Shelter-in-Place
Education Day.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa County Community Awareness and Emergency Response Group, Inc. has worked with schools and day
care facilities for the last sixteen years on sheltering in place when there is a hazardous material release that could
impact them. This protective action is the best immediate action that a person can take to protect them against
exposure to hazardous materials that could occur from an accidental release or spill. Attached find the proclamation
and a flyer announcing November 1, 2017 as Shelter-in-Place Education Day.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Randy Sawyer,
925-335-3210
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc: T Scott, M Wilhelm
C. 11
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:CAER 2017 Shelter-in-Place Education Day
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 394
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/314
CAER Fact Sheet
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Resolution No.
2017/314
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 395
In the matter of:Resolution No. 2017/314
Proclaiming November 1, 2017 as Shelter-in-Place Education Day in Contra Costa County.
Whereas public and private schools throughout Contra Costa County will be participating in the
Shelter-in-Place Drill on November 1st; and
Whereas Contra Costa Community Awareness Emergency Response Group – CAER – is sponsoring the
16th Annual Shelter-in-Place Drill and assisting schools with their emergency preparedness; and
Whereas emergency response agencies including fire, sheriff and health officials all recommend
Shelter-in-Place as the immediate action to take in case of a hazardous release; and
Whereas the Shelter-in-Place Drill increases public awareness about Shelter-in-Place as a protective action
and gives students and teachers practice in implementing this important procedure; and
Whereas the County Office of Education has endorsed the Shelter-in-Place Drill and encouraged all sites to
participate.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors recognizes the importance of preparing for
emergencies and encourages participation in the Contra Costa CAER Group’s public education efforts. In support of the parents,
teachers, students and staff that will be participating with hundreds of other schools in the Shelter-in-Place Drill, we proclaim
November 1, 2017 as “Shelter-in-Place Education Day.”
___________________
FEDERAL D. GLOVER
Chair, District V Supervisor
______________________________________
JOHN GIOIA CANDACE ANDERSEN
District I Supervisor District II Supervisor
______________________________________
DIANE BURGIS KAREN MITCHOFF
District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken
and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date
shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa,
By: ____________________________________, Deputy
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 396
PR.1, C.11
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 397
Sponsored by CCC CAER Group, Inc.
Community Awareness Emergency Response
www.cococaer.org
2017 Shelter-in-Place Drill
FACT SHEET
The Shelter-in-Place drill will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday November 1st.
Or, if necessary, you can change to a time better suited to your site.
Each site will determine how complex they want the Shelter-in-Place drill to be at their own
facility. The scope can range from a tabletop exercise with staff to a full-scale drill bringing
everyone inside to Shelter-in-Place. Drill can be as long as you want it to be.
The drill is being sponsored by Contra Costa County CAER (Community Awareness
Emergency Response) Group. CAER is a non-profit organization with members from fire,
law enforcement, health services, emergency services, plus community and industry
representatives.
All public and private schools and childcare centers are encouraged to participate. This is a
chance to be part of a countywide exercise that will receive media coverage and promote
further awareness about Shelter-in-Place training and procedures.
Participating schools and childcare centers that return a “participation sheet” will have their
names posted on the CAER Web site at www.cococaer.org.
City Councils in the County are being asked to proclaim November 1st as “Shelter-in-Place
Education Day.” The County Board of Supervisors will also proclaim November 1st as
Shelter-in-Place Education Day.
The Shelter-in-Place Drill is an annual event on the first Wednesday in November. Last
year, approx. 200 sites participated and even more are expected to practice their Shelter-in-
Place procedures this year. CAER sponsors the drill to promote emergency preparedness
in our schools and childcare centers.
Please note: If you do not normally hear the sound of the sirens on the first
Wednesday of every month YOU WILL NOT HEAR THEM ON Nov.1st Sirens are
only one of the ways a Shelter-in-Place alert is broadcast. In an actual emergency, other
tools to alert the public would also be used, such as KCBS 740AM radio, e-mail notifications
(visit www.incident.com to sign up), scrolling messages on CCTV, weather radio alerts, and
the TENS system (automated telephone calls).
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 398
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Colleen Isenberg,
925-521-7100
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 12
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Adopt Resolution No. 2017/383 honoring the 10th Anniversary of Putnam Clubhouse
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 399
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/383
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Resolution No.
2017/383
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 400
In the matter of:Resolution No. 2017/383
Honoring Putnam Clubhouse on their 10th Anniversary
Whereas, over the last ten years Putnam Clubhouse, an outstanding mental health recovery program, has
provided comprehensive social and vocational rehabilitation for adults with a severe mental illness in
Contra Costa County; and
Whereas, more than 10,000 Contra Costa County residents are hospitalized each year for a severe mental
illness, and Adults recovering from mental illness yearn to participate in society in meaningful and
productive ways and that's why concerned citizens formed The Contra Costa Clubhouses, Inc. 10 years ago
and opened Putnam Clubhouse, and
Whereas, Putnam Clubhouse has the underlying premise that each member can sufficiently recover from
the effects of mental illness to lead a personally satisfying and productive life; and
Whereas, Putnam Clubhouse offers a full array of programs, including Work-Ordered Day, structured
support for returning to school and work, a variety of recreational activities, Wellness and Outreach to
members and a multi-media training in a state-of-art Multi-Media Lab, and
Whereas, Putnam Clubhouse has served over 800 members during nearly 10 years of operation; and
Whereas, currently more than 350 members attend annually and spend nearly 60,000 hours participating in
programming; and
Whereas, Putnam Clubhouse was the first program in Northern California to be accredited by Clubhouse
International, a global organization that start and grow Clubhouses where individuals with mental illness
can work to get their lives back; and
Whereas, extensive research indicates Clubhouse International program participants and the communities in
which they live benefit from higher employment, reduced hospitalization and incarceration, improved
well-being, and reduced cost of services compared to other programs; and
Whereas, Putnam Clubhouse has received the John Muir Health Award for program excellence.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Supervisors does hereby honor Putnam Clubhouse on their 10 th anniversary
which provides an invaluable service to the citizens of Contra Costa County
___________________
FEDERAL D. GLOVER
Chair, District V Supervisor
______________________________________
JOHN GIOIA CANDACE ANDERSEN
District I Supervisor District II Supervisor
______________________________________
DIANE BURGIS KAREN MITCHOFF
District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken
and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date
shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 401
David J. Twa,
By: ____________________________________, Deputy
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 402
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October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 403
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lynn Enea, (925)
335-8200
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 13
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Recognizing the Soroptimist International of Martinez Club Seventy Fifth Anniversary November 14, 2017
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 404
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/377
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Resolution No.
2017/377
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 405
In the matter of:Resolution No. 2017/377
Recognizing the Martinez Soroptimist International Martinez Clubs Seventy Fifth Anniversary November 14, 2017
Whereas, Soroptimist International was founded in Oakland, California, in 1921, as the first service club for
women, which now has over 80,000 members in 120 countries and territories, and whose mission is to
improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment; and
Whereas, Soroptimist International of Martinez was chartered on November 14, 1942, and is a
long-standing member of the Chamber of Commerce annually sponsoring their Woman of the Year Award,
who participated in the establishment of Mountain View House and continues to support this Shelter, Inc.
facility; and
Whereas, Soroptimist International of Martinez established an S Club at Alhambra High School to promote
the development of community leaders by providing students the opportunity to acquire and utilize
leadership skills through activities supporting local charities; and
Whereas, Soroptimist International of Martinez annually presents two deserving girls attending Alhambra
or Briones/Vicente Martinez High Schools, the Violet Richardson Award and the Rose Camarata Gaffney
Scholarship, honoring them for their accomplishments; and
Whereas, in addition, Soroptimist International of Martinez participates annually in the Dream It, Be It
Career Support for Girls Program, which they co-founded, a one-day broad-ranging seminar for high school
senior girls preparing them for effective transition into successful adult lives; and
Whereas, Soroptimist International of Martinez provides Live Your Dream Awards for women who provide
the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve
their education, skills, and employment prospects; and
Whereas, Soroptimist International of Martinez will be celebrating their Seventy Fifth Anniversary on
November 13, 2017.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County does hereby honor and acknowledge the
Soroptimist International of Martinez club for its seventy-five years of positive community involvement and continued
commitment to improving the lives of women and girls locally and throughout the world.
___________________
FEDERAL D. GLOVER
Chair, District V Supervisor
______________________________________
JOHN GIOIA CANDACE ANDERSEN
District I Supervisor District II Supervisor
______________________________________
DIANE BURGIS KAREN MITCHOFF
District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken
and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date
shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa,
By: ____________________________________, Deputy
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 406
C.13
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 407
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ACCEPT resignation of Kristin Haegeland, DECLARE a vacancy in Local Committee Seat, City of Pinole on the
Advisory Council on Aging, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy, as recommended by the
Employment and Human Services Department Director.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Ms. Haegeland resigned upon relocating out of state. She was appointed to the Local Committee Seat, City of Pinole
on the Advisory Council on Aging on September 13, 2016. The seat will expire September 30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Advisory Council on Aging may be unable to conduct routine business.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Elaine Burres, 608-4960
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 14
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Advisory Council on Aging Resignation
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 408
RECOMMENDATION(S):
REAPPOINT Petural Shelton to the District 3 seat and Lee Ross to the District 3 Alternate seat on the First 5 Contra
Costa Children and Families Commission to a term expiring August 16, 2020, as recommended by Supervisor Diane
Burgis.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The District 3 seats expired August 16, 2017. Applications were accepted and the recommendation to reappoint the
above individuals was then determined.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The seat will remain vacant.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The First 5 Children and Families Commission achieves all 5 Children's Impact Statement:
Children Ready for and Succeeding in School
Children and Youth Healthy and Preparing for Productive Adulthood
Families that are Economically Self Sufficient
Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing
Communities that are Safe and Provide a High Quality of Life for Children and Families
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Lea Castleberry, (925)
252-4500
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 15
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appointments to the First 5 Contra Costa Children and Families Commission
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 409
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 410
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ACCEPT the resignation of Jennifer Cohen, DECLARE a vacancy in the District 3 seat on the Contra Costa
Commission for Women, and DIRECT the Clerk of the Board to post the vacancy, as recommended by Supervisor
Diane Burgis.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The functions of the Commission for Women is to identify major economic, educational and social concerns of
women in Contra Costa County, to reach and inform all women on a variety of issues.
Ms. Cohen notified the Chair of the Commission and the District office of her resignation effective immediately.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Lea Castleberry, (925)
252-4500
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 16
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Resignation on Contra Costa Commission for Women
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 411
RECOMMENDATION(S):
REAPPOINT Ed Haynes to the District 3 seat on the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Fire Advisory
Commission to a term expiring June 30, 2021, as recommended by Supervisor Diane Burgis.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District's Fire Advisory Commission performs the duties specified in Section
11809 and Subdivision (k) of Section 11964 of the Health and Safety Code, with the exception of budget approval.
This Commission reviews and advises on the annual operations, capital budgets, and all district expenditures; reviews
and advises on long-range capital improvement plans; pursuant to district ordinance serves as the Appeals Board on
weed abatement matters; and advises the Fire Chief on district service matters. Members serve four year terms ending
June 30.
This seat term expired June 30, 2017. Applications were accepted and the recommendation to reappoint the above
individual was then determined.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Lea Castleberry, (925)
252-4500
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 17
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Reappointment on the Contra Costa Fire Protection District
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 412
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ACCEPT the resignation of the following individual from the District II seat of the Contra Costa Commission for
Women effective immediately, as recommended by Supervisor Candace Andersen:
Beth Mora
Danville, CA 94506
DECLARE a vacancy in the District II seat on the Contra Costa Commission for Women, and DIRECT the Clerk of
the Board to post the vacancy.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The Commission for Women was established to identify major economic, educational, and social concerns of women
in Contra Costa County, and to reach and inform all women on a variety of issues. The Commission consists of 26
members: one member from each Supervisorial District, 20 At Large members, and 1 Alternate At Large member.
The IO Committee reviews nominations to the 20 At Large seats and their Alternate. Terms for all Commission seats
are three years.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The seat will remain filled, which could effect quorum.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Jill Ray, 925-957-8860
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: District 2 Supervisor, Maddy Book, Women's Commission, Appointee
C. 18
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:RESIGNATION FROM THE CONTRA COSTA COMMISSION FOR WOMEN
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 413
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 414
RECOMMENDATION(S):
REAPPOINT the following individual to the District II seat of the Contra Costa County Planning Commission for a
four-year term with an expiration date of June 30, 2021, as recommended by Supervisor Candace Andersen:
Rand Swenson
Alamo, CA 94507
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The Planning Commission's powers and duties include:
1. Exercise all powers and duties prescribed by law (statute, ordinance or board order), including consideration of
matters referred to it by the Zoning Administrator except those powers and duties specifically reserved or delegated
to other divisions of the planning agency;
2.Initiate preparation of general plans, specific plans, regulations, programs and legislation to implement the planning
power of the county;
3. Be generally responsible for advising the legislative body of matters relating to planning, which, in the opinion of
the commission, should be studied;
4. Be the advisory agency as designated in Title 9 of this code for the purpose of passing on subdivisions;
5. Hear and decide all applications or requests for proposed entitlements
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Jill Ray, 925-957-8860
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: District 2 Supervisor, Maddy Book, Planning Commission, Appointee
C. 19
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:APPOINTMENT TO THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 415
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
estimated to generate one hundred or more peak hour trips unless otherwise provided by this code or board order;
6. Hear and make recommendations regarding proposed development agreements when it is hearing the related
project applications being processed concurrently with the development agreements.
Supervisor Andersen has been pleased with Mr. Swenson's service in the District II Seat and would like for him to
continue.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The seat will become vacant, which could lead to quorum issues on the Commission.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 416
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5010 authorizing new revenue in the amount of $1,000,000
from the U.S. Department of Justice "Smart Reentry: Focus on Evidence-Based Strategies for Successful Reentry
from Incarceration to Community" grant and appropriating it to implement responsive services for transitional aged
youth (TAY) offenders (18-25 years old).
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action increases revenue and appropriations by $1,000,000. 100% Federal; $1,015,528 grant match is required
and will be provided by both the County and Community Based Organizations.
BACKGROUND:
The goal of the Smart Reentry Program is to support jurisdictions to develop and implement comprehensive and
collaborative strategies that address the challenges posed by reentry to increase public safety and reduce recidivism
for individuals reentering communities from incarceration who are at medium to high risk for recidivating. Within the
context of this initiative, “reentry” is not envisioned to be a specific program, but rather a process that begins when
the individual is first incarcerated (pre-release) and ends with his or her successful community reintegration and
reduction in risk of recidivism (post-release). In Contra Costa County TAY population constitutes the largest age
cohort within the jail, and experiences the highest rates of homelessness outside of jail. There is a growing state and
national awareness of the inadequacy of existing practices in serving the needs of young adults aged 18 to 25 in the
justice system. This funding will allow the County to better serve the needs of the TAY population.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Danielle Fokkema,
925-313-4195
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of
Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc:
C. 20
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Todd Billeci, County Probation Officer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adj. to Recognize Revenue for the US DOJ Smart Reentry Grant
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 417
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The new revenue and associated expenditures will not be properly recognized in the department operating budget.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
Not applicable.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment No. 5010
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment No. 5010
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 418
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes419
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes420
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 421
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 422
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5013 authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $95,200
from the Office of the Sheriff's-Custody Services Bureau (0300) to the Office of the Sheriff's-Support Services
Bureau (0255) to reallocate existing expenditures due to the movement of a position.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will increase appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Support Services Bureau (0255) and reduce
appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Custody Services Bureau (0300) by $95,200. No change to Net County Cost.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of the Sheriff's requirements are constantly changing and these changes allow the department to serve the
public at the most efficient level. Due to the operational needs of the Office of the Sheriff, it is necessary to
appropriate budget to the budget units where positions have been moved and are permanently assigned.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Office of the Sheriff's budget will not appropriately reflect the movement of the positions between departments.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle, 335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Heike Anderson, Liz Arbuckle, Timothy Ewell
C. 21
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment - Reallocation of Funds
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 423
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations Adjustment No. 5013
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations Adjustment No. 5013
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 424
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 425
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 426
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No.5014 authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $70,812
from the Office of the Sheriff's-Support Services Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's Custody-Services
Bureau (0300) to reallocate existing expenditures due to the movement of a position.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will increase appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Custody Services Bureau (0300) and reduce
appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Support Services Bureau (0255) by $70,812. No change to Net County Cost.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of the Sheriff's requirements are constantly changing and these changes allow the department to serve the
public at the most efficient level. Due to the operational needs of the Office of the Sheriff, it is necessary to
appropriate budget to the budget units where positions have been moved and are permanently assigned.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Office of the Sheriff's budget will not appropriately reflect the movement of the positions between departments.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle, 335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Liz Arbuckle, Heike Anderson, Tim Ewell
C. 22
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment - Reallocation of Funds
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 427
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations Adjustment No. 5014
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations Adjustment No. 5014
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 428
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 429
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 430
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5015 authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $935,007
from the Office of the Sheriff's-Field Operations Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's Custody-Services
Bureau (0300) to reallocate existing expenditures due to the movement of positions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will increase appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Custody Services Bureau (0300) and reduce
appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Field Operations Bureau (0255) by $935,007. No change to Net County Cost.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of the Sheriff's requirements are constantly changing and these changes allow the department to serve the
public at the most efficient level. Due to the operational needs of the Office of the Sheriff, it is necessary to
appropriate budget to the budget units where positions have been moved and are permanently assigned.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Office of the Sheriff's budget will not appropriately reflect the movement of the positions between departments.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle, 335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Liz Arbuckle, Heike Anderson, Tim Ewell
C. 23
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment - Reallocation of Funds
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 431
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations Adjustment No. 5015
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations Adjustment No. 5015
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 432
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 433
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 434
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriation Adjustment No. 5016 authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of
$1,046,570 from the Office of the Sheriff's-Field Operations Bureau (0255) to the Office of the Sheriff's
Custody-Services Bureau (0300) to reallocate existing expenditures due to the movement of positions.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will increase appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Custody Services Bureau (0300) and reduce
appropriations in the Sheriff's Office-Field Operations Bureau (0255) by $1,046,570. No change to Net County Cost.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of the Sheriff's requirements are constantly changing and these changes allow the department to serve the
public at the most efficient level. Due to the operational needs of the Office of the Sheriff, it is necessary to
appropriate budget to the budget units where positions have been moved and are permanently assigned.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Office of the Sheriff's budget will not appropriately reflect the movement of the positions between departments.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle, 335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Liz Arbuckle, Heike Anderson, Tim Ewell
C. 24
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment - Reallocation of Funds
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 435
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations Adjustment No. 5016
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations Adjustment No. 5016
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 436
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 437
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 438
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Health Services Department (0467/5899)/Fleet ISF (0064): Approve Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment # 5019
authorizing the transfer of appropriations in the amount of $27,959 from Behavioral Health Services Division –
Mental Health Services Act Innovation to General Services – ISF Fleet Services (0064) for the purchase of one (1)
vehicle for the implementation of the Overcoming Transportation Barriers Project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action increases appropriations in General Services – Fleet Services (0064) and reduces appropriations in
Behavioral Health Services (0467/5899) by $27,959. This purchase is funded 100% by Mental Health Services Act
funds.
BACKGROUND:
The Overcoming Transportation Barriers project seeks to provide coordinated transportation efforts and resources to
help consumers build self-sufficiency and apply independent travel skills. The project will target clients throughout
Contra Costa County's Behavioral Health system of care while helping increase access to mental health services. The
project will include peer support workers who will serve as regional transportation coordinators who will support
existing transportation resources.
The purchase of this vehicle will allow the County to implement the Overcoming Transportation Barriers Project.
The vehicle will be used for travel between County programs, service providers, schools and transit authorities. The
peer support workers
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Cynthia Belon,
925-957-5201
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Miu Tam
C. 25
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment for Behavioral Health Services Administration
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 439
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
assigned to the vehicle attend various trainings and committee meetings regionally. They represent consumers,
families and caregivers which requires consistent contact with many different public agencies within the County.
This contact ensures ongoing coordination of transportation assets and resources. Conclusively, training is also
provided by the workers which demands additional travel when requested.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this appropriation adjustment is not approved, the Division will not be able to purchase a vehicle needed to
fully implement the Overcoming Transportation Barriers project plans.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
TC24 & TC27 No. 5019 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations Adjustment No. 5019
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 440
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes441
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes442
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 443
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 444
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve Appropriation Adjustment No. 5020 transferring $1,100,755 in appropriations to Animal Services (0366),
Child Support Services (0249), Department of Information Technology (0147), District Attorney (0242),
Employment and Human Services (0588), Probation (0308), Public Defender (0243), Conservation and Development
(0280), Public Works (0650), Sheriff-Coroner (0255), and the Treasurer-Tax Collector (0015) for fiscal year 2017-18
Venture Capital Projects.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Project funds are budgeted in the General Fund Contingency for FY 2017-18 (100% General Fund).
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Supervisors adopted a Budget Policy in 2006, which included a resource intended to improve
departmental operations. Per this policy, in FY 2017-18 funding was made available for technology projects to be
used to increase efficiencies and economies in departments that did not have resources available within their normal
operating budgets for such expense. Requests for these funds were submitted with the Departments' baseline budgets.
Departments included requests of $2,080,962 and the County Administrator was able to approve $1,100,755.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lisa Driscoll, (925)
335-1023
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Robert Campbell, Auditor-Controller, All County Departments (via County Administration)
C. 26
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Transfer for Approved FY 17-18 Venture Capital Projects
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 445
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Departments will not receive the resources needed to fund the aforementioned projects.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
TC 27 & 24
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriation Adjustment No. 5020
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 446
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes447
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes448
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 449
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 450
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No.5011 authorizing new revenue in the amount of $100,000
from CSA P-6 Zone funding and appropriating it into the Plant Acquisition-Sheriff account (0111/4407) to partially
fund the relocation of the Sheriff's Office - Delta Patrol station from the old Oakley Library to the Brentwood Police
Department.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action increases revenues and appropriations by $100,000. There is no impact on the County General Fund.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of the Sheriff's Delta Patrol station is currently housed in the old Oakley Library. This patrol station is
inadequate for our needs, as it is in a state of disrepair and not centrally located for deployment. Moving Sheriff's
Office personnel to the Brentwood Police Department building will provide a modern, clean and professional work
environment that is ideally located for service to all East County residents. This will also allow for a collaborative
approach to policing in East County, as it will
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle,
925-335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Liz Arbuckle, Heike Anderson, Tim Ewell
C. 27
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Appropriation Adjustment - Office of the Sheriff Delta Station
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 451
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
provide an excellent opportunity for Sheriff's Office Deputies to work closely with Brentwood PD Officers to
exchange area information and crime trends.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Expenditure appropriations and offsetting revenue identified to fund the facility transfer will not be reflected in
the County Budget.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5011
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5011
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 452
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 453
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 454
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 455
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 456
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE Appropriation and Revenue Adjustment No.5012 authorizing an adjustment in revenue for the Sheriff's
Office (0255) in the amount of $19,997 and adjusting appropriations to agree with Remote Access Network (RAN)
Board approved budget for FY 2017-18.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action decreases revenue and appropriations by $19,997. There is no change in net county cost.
BACKGROUND:
The Cal-ID network is composed of independent Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS) and dedicated
California Department of Justice (DOJ) workstations throughout the State. In 1987, Contra Costa and Alameda
Counties formed a Regional Access Network (RAN) Board to qualify for funding from the DOJ to implement AFIS.
Over the years, the scope of AFIS has expanded to include LiveScan technology and the collection of both
fingerprints and palm prints.
This appropriation adjustment will bring the budget in the County Finance System in line with the RAN Board
approved budget for FY 17-18.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Liz Arbuckle (925)
335-1529
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stacey M. Boyd, Deputy
cc: Heike Anderson, Liz Arbuckle, Tim Ewell
C. 28
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Cal ID Appropriation Adjustment
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 457
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Sheriff's Office budget will not reflect anticipated expenditure and revenue activity for fiscal year 2017/18.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5012
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed: Appropriations and Revenue Adjustment No. 5012
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 458
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes459
October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes460
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 461
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 462
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/382 supporting the East Bay Regional Park District's Bay Point Restoration Project
grant application to the Delta Conservancy Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No impact.
BACKGROUND:
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy currently has issued a call for proposals for its Delta Conservancy
Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program (Exhibit A). The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD)
will be submitting a grant proposal in the amount of $2,900,000 for the Bay Point Restoration Project (Exhibit B).
The grant will supplement the $1,200,000 already secured for the project (for a total of $4,100,000), and go towards
final design, environmental permitting, construction, and maintenance for the project at the Bay Point Regional
Shoreline..
The project has four major objectives:
Restore wetlands1.
Enhance uplands2.
Enhance wildlife habitats3.
Adapt to sea level rise 4.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Robert Sarmiento (925)
674-7822
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of
Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 29
To:Board of Supervisors
From:John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Resolution Supporting the East Bay Regional Park District's Bay Point Project Grant Application to the Delta
Conservancy Grant Program
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 463
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
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Once implemented, the project will restore and protect the ecosystem, improve water quality, and restore or
maintain the wildlife in the project area.
If grant funding is secured, EBRPD plans to go out to bid for the 2018 construction season.
EBRPD is seeking a resolution of support from the County Board of Supervisors for the project, which is a
requirement for the grant proposal.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the Board of Supervisors does not adopt the resolution in support of the project, the East Bay Regional Park
District will be missing a required component in its grant proposal to the Delta Conservancy Ecosystem
Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/382
Exhibit A - Delta Conservancy Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program
Guidelines
Exhibit B - EBRPD Bay Point Restoration Project Proposal
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Resolution No. 2017/382
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 464
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board
Adopted this Resolution on 10/24/2017 by the following vote:
AYE:
John Gioia
Candace Andersen
Diane Burgis
Karen Mitchoff
Federal D. Glover
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
RECUSE:
Resolution No. 2017/382
Resolution of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors supporting an application for funding from the
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy for the the Bay Point Restoration Project
WHEREAS, in 2009, the California legislature enacted Senate Bill 1, which established the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta
Conservancy (“Conservancy”) in the Natural Resources Agency; and
WHEREAS, the Conservancy is required to act as the primary state agency to implement ecosystem restoration in the Delta and
to support efforts that advance environmental protection and the economic well-being of Delta residents; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 1, the “Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014,” was enacted by the voters
on November 4, 2014 to provide a comprehensive and fiscally responsible approach for addressing the array of facing
California’s limited water resources; and
WHEREAS, In Proposition 1, $50 million is identified for the Conservancy “for competitive grants for multi-benefit ecosystem
and watershed protection and restoration projects in accordance with statewide priorities (Sec. 79730 and 79731)”; and
WHEREAS, the East Bay Regional Park District's Bay Point Restoration Project ("Project") is consistent with Proposition 1
objectives and will improve the Bay Point Regional Shoreline by restoring wetlands, enhancing uplands, enhancing wildlife
habitats, and adapting to sea level rise;
WHEREAS, the East Bay Regional Park District desires to submit a grant application to the Conservancy for $2,900,000 to fund
the Project; and
WHEREAS, the County of Contra Costa is a California Public Agency with authority over land use in the project area.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County supports the funding of the
Project by the Conservancy.
Contact: Robert Sarmiento (925) 674-7822
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
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October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 465
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 466
GRANT GUIDELINES
Fiscal Year 2017-18
PROPOSITION 1
Delta Conservancy Ecosystem Restoration and
Water Quality Grant Program
FUNDED BY THE
Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure
Improvement Act of 2014
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Table of Contents
Quick Facts ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
A. Types of Projects the Conservancy Funds ........................................................................................................ 5
B. Where Projects Can be Located ....................................................................................................................... 5
C. Entities Eligible to Receive Funding .................................................................................................................. 5
D. Available Funding ............................................................................................................................................. 5
E. Timeline ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
F. Contact Information ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
A. Background ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
B. Purpose of Grant Guidelines ............................................................................................................................ 6
Grant Program Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 7
A. Program Description and Focal Areas .............................................................................................................. 7
B. Grant Categories ............................................................................................................................................... 9
C. Geographic Area of Focus ............................................................................................................................... 10
D. Funding Available ........................................................................................................................................... 10
E. Grant Terms .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Eligibility Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 12
A. Bond Eligibility Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 12
B. Eligible Applicants ........................................................................................................................................... 12
C. Ineligible Projects ........................................................................................................................................... 13
D. Eligible Expenses ............................................................................................................................................. 13
E. Ineligible Expenses ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Grant Cycle Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 15
A. 2017-2018 Grant Cycle Important Dates ........................................................................................................ 15
B. Concept Proposal Solicitation Process ........................................................................................................... 15
C. Full Proposal Solicitation Process ................................................................................................................... 16
D. Scoring Threshold and Funding Decisions ...................................................................................................... 16
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Proposal Instructions ........................................................................................................................................... 18
A. Concept Proposal Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 18
B. Concept Proposal Review ............................................................................................................................... 20
C. Full Proposal Instructions ............................................................................................................................... 21
D. Evaluation Criteria for Full Proposal ............................................................................................................... 24
Proposal Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 27
A. Conflict of Interest .......................................................................................................................................... 27
B. Confidentiality ................................................................................................................................................ 27
C. California Conservation Corps ........................................................................................................................ 27
D. Environmental Compliance ............................................................................................................................ 28
E. Water Rights ................................................................................................................................................... 28
F. Best Available Science .................................................................................................................................... 30
G. Adaptive Management ................................................................................................................................... 30
A. Performance Monitoring and Assessment ..................................................................................................... 32
B. Long-Term Management ................................................................................................................................ 35
C. Land Tenure .................................................................................................................................................... 36
D. Land Acquisitions ............................................................................................................................................ 36
E. Budget Tables ................................................................................................................................................. 38
F. Cost Share and State-Leveraged Funds .......................................................................................................... 39
G. Financial Management Systems Questionnaire and Cost Allocation Plan ..................................................... 40
H. Consultation and Cooperation with State and Local Agencies and Demonstration of Local Support ........... 40
I. Disadvantaged Communities .......................................................................................................................... 41
Requirements if Funded ...................................................................................................................................... 42
A. Grant Provisions ............................................................................................................................................. 42
B. Loss of Funding ............................................................................................................................................... 42
C. Labor Code Compliance .................................................................................................................................. 43
D. Reporting ........................................................................................................................................................ 43
E. Signage and Recognition ................................................................................................................................ 43
Appendices .......................................................................................................................................................... 44
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................... 44
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Appendix B: Key State, Federal, and Local Plans and Tools .................................................................................... 48
Appendix C: Program Requirements Checklist ........................................................................................................ 50
Appendix D: Ecosystem and Land Use Types .......................................................................................................... 57
Appendix E: Land Acquisition Checklist ................................................................................................................... 62
Appendix F: State Auditing Requirements .............................................................................................................. 64
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Quick Facts
A. Types of Projects the Conservancy Funds
The Conservancy‘s Proposition 1 Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program funds
competitive grants for multibenefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration
projects in accordance with statewide priorities. The Conservancy will fund projects that address
at least one of the following programmatic focal areas:
• Ecosystem Protection, Restoration, and Enhancement
• Water Quality
• Water-related Agricultural Sustainability
The Conservancy will grant funds for two project categories:
• Category 1 planning projects that advance pre-project activities necessary for a specific,
on-the-ground project.
• Category 2 implementation projects that advance on-the-ground implementation
projects and land acquisition projects. Category 2 projects must have an expected useful
life of at least fifteen years.
B. Where Projects Can be Located
The Conservancy will fund projects within or benefitting the Delta and Suisun Marsh as defined
in Public Resources Code Section 85058 (a map can be found at this link:
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/docs/dsc-tabloid-size-map-legal-delta).
C. Entities Eligible to Receive Funding
• California public agencies
• Nonprofit organizations
• Tribal organizations
• Public utilities
• Mutual water companies, including local and regional companies
D. Available Funding
The Conservancy will award up to $9.3 million during the 2017-2018 grant cycle.
E. Timeline
• Concept Proposal Due: August 31, 2017
• Full Proposal Due: November 30, 2017
• Board Consideration of Awards: March 28, 2018
• Grant Agreements Executed: Fall 2018
F. Contact Information
Please contact the Delta Conservancy at prop1grants@deltaconservancy.ca.gov. More
information can be found at: http://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/prop-1/.
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Introduction
A. Background
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy (Conservancy) is a primary State agency in the
implementation of ecosystem restoration in the Delta and supports efforts that advance
environmental protection and the economic well-being of Delta residents. The Conservancy
works collaboratively and in coordination with local communities, leading efforts to protect,
enhance, and restore the Delta’s economy, agriculture and working landscapes, and
environment, for the benefit of the Delta region, its local communities, and the citizens of
California.
Voters approved the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014
(Proposition 1) in November 2014. Proposition 1 provides funding to implement the three
objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, restoration of
important species and habitat, and a more resilient and sustainably managed water
infrastructure. Proposition 1 identifies $50 million for the Conservancy “for competitive grants
for multibenefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects in accordance
with statewide priorities” (Sec. 79730 and 79731). Per Proposition 1 and the Conservancy’s
enabling legislation, the Conservancy’s Grant Program will emphasize projects using public lands
and private lands purchased with public funds, and those that maximize voluntary landowner
participation in projects that provide measureable and long-lasting habitat or species
improvements in the Delta. To the extent feasible, projects need to promote State planning
priorities and sustainable communities strategies consistent with Government Code
65080(b)(2)(B). All proposed projects must be consistent with statewide priorities as identified
in Proposition 1, the California Water Action Plan, the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and
Conservancy’s 2017-2022 Strategic Plan, the Delta Plan, and applicable species recovery plans.
Links to Proposition 1 and the other plans and documents can be found in Appendix B: Key
State, Federal, and Local Plans and Tools.
B. Purpose of Grant Guidelines
The Grant Guidelines (Guidelines) establish the process and criteria that the Conservancy will
use to administer its Proposition 1 Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program.
These Guidelines provide instructions for completing the required concept and full proposals.
Prior to their initial adoption in 2015, the Conservancy posted draft Guidelines on its website for
30 days and hosted three public meetings as required by Section 79706(b) of Proposition 1. The
Guidelines have been subsequently revised and reposted on the Conservancy’s website for 30
days, and comment was invited at another public meeting.
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Grant Program Overview
A. Program Description and Focal Areas
The Conservancy‘s Proposition 1 Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program
funds competitive grants for multibenefit ecosystem and watershed protection and
restoration projects in accordance with statewide priorities. The Conservancy will fund
projects that address at least one of the following programmatic focal areas:
• Ecosystem Protection, Restoration, and Enhancement
• Water Quality
• Water-related Agricultural Sustainability
Ecosystem Protection, Restoration, and Enhancement
The objective of this programmatic focal area is to protect, restore, and enhance ecosystem
functions to improve the health and resiliency of native wildlife species in the Delta. This will
require restoring greater extent, diversity, and connectivity of habitats as linked mosaics
throughout the Delta landscape, as well as the underlying physical processes that create and
maintain ecosystem function. The Conservancy is seeking to fund projects that are consistent
with State priorities, including those that:
• Protect, restore, and/or enhance open water, wetland, riparian, and upland
ecosystems, including:
o Creating or improving fish and wildlife corridors.
o Enhancing habitat value along levees.
o Creating or enhancing habitat value of managed wetlands.
o Improving watershed health, restoring inland wetlands, or implementing natural
community conservation plans and/or habitat conservation plans to benefit
endangered, threatened, or migratory species.
o Acquiring land or conservation easements.
• Recover anadromous fish populations and their habitats, including fish passage barrier
removal projects.
• Enhance habitat values on agricultural lands.
• Reduce or eliminate invasive species.
• Adapt watersheds to reduce the impacts of climate change, including developing
wetlands for carbon management.
The Conservancy will not fund projects associated with regulatory compliance
responsibilities.1
1 Proposition 1 funds cannot be used to meet the existing obligations for habitat restoration established through
the biological opinions for the State Water Project (SWP) and Central Valley Project operations (USFWS 2008,
NMFS 2009), the CDFW Longfin Smelt Incidental Take Permit for SWP Delta operations, or any other mitigation
obligation of any party.
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Water Quality
The objective of this focal area is to implement projects that contribute to the improvement of
water quality in the Delta, and that will improve ecosystem or watershed condition, function,
and resiliency, including projects that provide multiple public benefits and improve drinking
and agricultural water quality or water supplies. Examples of water quality projects include
those that:
• Improve management practices to reduce the use, availability, and/or runoff of
chemicals (such as nutrients or bio-stimulatory substances, pesticides, or other
contaminants) into waterbodies.
• Reduce erosion or runoff of sediment into waterbodies.
• Improve water management practices to improve water quality in waterways.
• Improve water quality by addressing impacts of non-native, invasive vegetation.
• Protect sensitive watershed lands to avoid or reduce water quality impacts from
encroaching land uses.
• Increase flow in periods of limited water supply.
Water-related Agricultural Sustainability
The objective of this focal area is to promote water-related agricultural sustainability projects
that also provide ecosystem and/or watershed protection and/or restoration benefits.
Examples of water-related agricultural sustainability projects include those that:
• Improve water management to support agriculture and provide ecosystem and/or
watershed protection and/or restoration benefits.
• Develop infrastructure or implement other improvements that enhance agricultural
productivity and provide ecosystem and/or watershed protection and/or restoration
benefits.
• Minimize the detrimental impacts of water diversions for agriculture, including by
consolidating existing intakes and screening new intakes.
• Sustain agricultural productivity and enhance the ecosystem and/or watershed
protection and/or restoration benefits of agricultural lands, including:
o Planting hedgerows and native vegetation to increase support for native
terrestrial wildlife (e.g., native pollinators beneficial to agricultural productivity).
o Modifying planting, harvesting, irrigating, or other practices on productive
fields.
o Implementing flexible management in agricultural areas to support diverse and
dynamic ecosystems and watersheds.
o Installing livestock exclusion fencing along drainage canals and other sensitive
waterways to improve water quality and/or reduce habitat disturbance.
• Support continued farming and minimize detrimental impacts to water quality,
including:
o Assisting with the exclusion or drainage of seepage water to reduce salinity
intrusion affecting agricultural lands and improve the quality of agricultural
discharges.
o Developing and implementing best management practices to improve the
quality of agricultural discharges.
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• Acquire an interest in real property to protect agriculture and to provide ecosystem
and/or watershed protection and/or restoration benefits.
The examples provided above are offered as guidance for potential applicants and are not
exhaustive nor a guarantee of individual project eligibility or funding. Eligibility and funding
determinations will be made on a project-by-project basis. Projects must comply with all legal
requirements, including the State General Obligation Bond Law, to be eligible.
B. Grant Categories
The Conservancy will grant funds for two project categories:
Category 1: Planning
Planning projects advance pre-project activities necessary for a specific on-the-ground project
that meets the Conservancy’s Grant Program eligibility criteria. Please note that receiving a
Category 1 grant for a project does not guarantee that a Category 2 implementation grant will
be awarded for the same project.
The Conservancy seeks to fund planning projects that will lead to eligible implementation
projects, and is committed to promoting the development of projects in the Delta that will
address at least one of the Grant Program’s focal areas. The Conservancy encourages the use
of Category 1 grants to develop projects that are based on best available science.
Examples of Category 1 project activities include:
• Project management/administration
• Project scoping: partnership development, outreach to impacted parties, stakeholder
coordination, negotiation of site access and land tenure
• Planning and design: engineering design, planting plans, identifying appropriate best
management practices
• Environmental compliance: permitting, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
activities, Delta Plan consistency
• Science: developing adaptive management and monitoring plans, baseline monitoring,
biological surveys, and studies that will inform and aid in implementation of an on-the-
ground project
• Grant development for Proposition 1 project implementation funds (as part of a larger
planning grant; cannot be a stand-alone proposal for grant development).
Category 2: Implementation
Implementation projects advance on-the-ground implementation and land acquisition
projects. Implementation projects must result in the construction, improvement, or
acquisition of a capital asset that will be maintained for a minimum of 15 years.
Category 2 projects are "shovel ready" projects that have advanced to the stage where
planning and engineering design plans are near completion. Applicants must, at a minimum,
have completed intermediate plans (i.e., design plans at least 65% level of development; see
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms for a complete definition of project engineering design terms).
Implementation projects may include final design and permitting as project activities.
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CEQA and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance must be completed prior to
grant award. The Board may, however, elect to reserve funds for projects that have not yet
completed CEQA/NEPA. A reservation of funds does not guarantee that the grant will be
awarded. For the Board to consider reserving funds, the applicant must anticipate completing
environmental review within six months of the date the Board considers awards. Once
complete, the Board will review the environmental document(s), determine whether to make
the necessary CEQA findings, and approve the project.
Examples of Category 2 project activities include:
• Final planning and design
• Environmental compliance: permitting, Delta Plan consistency
• Science: developing adaptive management and monitoring plans, baseline monitoring,
pre- and post-project monitoring
• Construction activities: dredging, earthmoving, construction of infrastructure
• Habitat restoration and enhancement: planting and revegetation, invasive vegetation
removal, implementation of Best Management Practices
• Acquisition of real property: appraisals (including water rights appraisals), negotiation,
due diligence, surveys, escrow fees, title insurance, closing costs
• Post-project maintenance within the three-year funding term
• Project management/administration
C. Geographic Area of Focus
The Conservancy will fund projects within or benefitting the Delta and Suisun Marsh as
defined in Public Resources Code Section 85058 (a map can be found at this link:
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/docs/dsc-tabloid-size-map-legal-delta).
The Conservancy may take or fund an action outside the Delta and Suisun Marsh if the Board
makes all of the findings described in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Reform Act of 2009,
Sec. 32360.5. Applicants applying for funds for projects outside of the Delta and Suisun Marsh
must be prepared to address the following:
• How the project implements the ecosystem goals of the Delta Plan.
• How the project is consistent with the requirements of any applicable State and federal
permits.
• How the project will provide significant benefits to the Delta.
D. Funding Available
The Conservancy will award up to $9.3 million during the 2017-2018 grant cycle to eligible
entities pursuant to these Guidelines.
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E. Grant Terms
Grant Funding Term: The time period, not to exceed three years, during which grantees may
incur and be reimbursed for grant-related expenses.
Grant Term: The 15-year time period during which Category 2 projects must be maintained to
comply with the State General Obligation Bond Law.
All grantees should be able to spend Conservancy-awarded funding within the three-year
Grant Funding Term. For grants for Category 2 projects, the Grant Term extends for an
additional 12 years beyond the Grant Funding Term, for a total of 15 years, to comply with the
State General Obligation Bond Law. For Category 2 projects, grantees must submit their final
report and invoice at the end of the Grant Funding Term, but will be held to the terms of the
grant agreement until the end of the 15-year Grant Term.
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Eligibility Requirements
A. Bond Eligibility Requirements
The Conservancy’s Grant Program funds competitive grants for multibenefit ecosystem and
watershed protection and restoration projects that benefit the Delta and align with statewide
priorities. Grants are available for the planning and implementation of specific, on-the-ground
projects that comply with all legal requirements, including the State General Obligation Bond
Law. The State General Obligation Bond Law limits the use of bond funds to the construction,
acquisition, and long-term improvement of capital assets that have an expected useful life of at
least fifteen years (section 16727(a)).
B. Eligible Applicants
Eligible grant applicants are:
• California public agencies. Any city, county, district, or joint powers authority; State
agency; or public university.
• Nonprofit organizations. “Nonprofit organization” means an organization that is
qualified to do business in California and qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of Title 26 of
the United States Code and that has among its principal charitable purposes
preservation of land for scientific, recreational, scenic, or open-space opportunities,
protection of the natural environment, preservation or enhancement of wildlife,
preservation of cultural and historical resources, or efforts to provide for the enjoyment
of public lands.
• Tribal organizations. Eligible tribal organizations include any Indian Tribe, band, nation,
or other organized group or community, or a tribal agency authorized by a tribe, which
is listed on the National Heritage Commission’s California Tribal List or is federally
recognized.
• Public utilities. To be eligible for funding, projects proposed by public utilities that are
regulated by the Public Utilities Commission must have a clear and definite public
purpose and shall benefit the customers and not the investors.
• Mutual water companies, including local and regional companies. Additionally, in
order to be eligible:
o Projects proposed by mutual water companies must have a clear and definite
public purpose and shall benefit the customers of the water system and not the
investors.
o An urban water supplier must have adopted and submitted an urban water
management plan in accordance with the Urban Water Management Planning
Act.
o An agricultural water supplier must have adopted and submitted an agricultural
water management plan in accordance with the Agricultural Water
Management Planning Act.
o An agricultural water supplier or an urban water supplier must comply with the
requirements of Part 2.55 of their respective water management planning acts.
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C. Ineligible Projects
The following projects are ineligible for the Conservancy’s Grant Program:
• Implementation projects that will not result in the construction, acquisition, or long-
term enhancement of a capital asset.
• Planning projects that do not relate to an eligible implementation project.
• Projects consisting solely of education, outreach, or events activities; however, these
types of activities may be included as part of the overall implementation of a project
eligible for Conservancy grant funds to the extent they contribute to project
implementation.
• Projects to design, construct, operate, mitigate, or maintain Delta conveyance facilities.
• Projects dictated by a legal settlement or mandated to address a violation of, or an
order (citation) to comply with, a law or regulation.
• Projects that subsidize or decrease the pre-existing mitigation obligations of any party.
• Projects that do not comply with all legal requirements of Proposition 1 and other
applicable laws.
D. Eligible Expenses
Eligible expenses incurred upon the start date listed in the grant agreement and prior to the end
of the Grant Funding Term may be directly reimbursed. Direct costs which can be specifically
and easily identified as generated by and in accordance with the provisions or activity
requirements of the project, and which are for work performed within the specified terms and
conditions of the grant agreement, are eligible for reimbursement. Cost share may be used
between the time that the full proposal is submitted to the Conservancy and the end of the
Grant Funding Term.
Indirect costs that do not have a specific direct relationship to the project but are a requirement
for the completion of the project may be eligible for reimbursement, at a rate of up to twenty
(20) percent of the project implementation costs associated with personnel services and general
operating expenses. See the Budget Tables section below for more information.
E. Ineligible Expenses
Grant funding may not be used to:
• Establish or increase an endowment or legal defense fund.
• Make a monetary donation to other organizations.
• Pay for food or refreshments.
• Pay for tours.
• Pay for eminent domain processes.
• Subsidize or decrease the mitigation obligations of any party.
• Pay for the completion of environmental review pursuant to CEQA/NEPA for a Category
2 project (environmental review must be complete prior to the award of funds for a
Category 2 project).
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If ineligible expenses are included in the project budget, the Conservancy may deem the project
to be ineligible. In some cases, the Conservancy may approve a project for funding with the total
amount of the award reduced by the amount of the ineligible expenses. In that event, the
Conservancy will contact the applicant to confirm that the project is still viable. Applicants
should avoid including ineligible expenses in the application and should contact Conservancy
staff with questions.
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Grant Cycle Overview
The application process consists of two steps, a concept proposal and a full proposal. Applicants are
encouraged to contact Conservancy staff at any time during the grant proposal process. Because of the
competitive nature of the grant cycle, staff main be constrained in the type and amount of feedback
that it can provide during the full proposal submission period. The Conservancy will post any questions
of universal relevance on the Proposition 1 Grant Program web page to assist others with similar
questions. The Conservancy will post public workshop opportunities to the training page on its website:
http://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/prop-1-trainings/.
A. 2017-2018 Grant Cycle Important Dates
The Conservancy’s grant application process is approximately eight months long. Concept
proposals are solicited in the summer, full proposals are solicited in the fall, and funding is
awarded the following spring. Following grant awards, negotiating and executing a grant
agreement takes an additional three to six months. An applicant should not expect to begin
work prior to six months after Board approval of full proposals. All dates for the Conservancy’s
2017-2018 grant cycle are subject to change. Please check the Proposition 1 Grant Program web
page for the most up-to-date information.
Important dates for the 2017-18 grant cycle:
• Concept Proposal Submission Period – August 1–31, 2017
• Concept Proposal Review and Consultation Period – September 1–30, 2017
• Full Proposal Submission Period – October 2–November 30, 2017
• Full Proposal Review Period – December 1, 2017–March 27, 2018
• Board Consideration of Awards – March 28, 2018
• Grant Negotiation and Execution – April 1–September 30, 2018
B. Concept Proposal Solicitation Process
The first step in the application process is submittal of a short concept proposal that describes
the project that will be submitted for consideration during the full proposal solicitation. Concept
proposals are required.
Concept proposals are encouraged from any eligible applicant. Conservancy staff will review
concept proposals and provide feedback to all applicants to aid them in assembling a complete,
clear, and responsive full proposal. Concept proposals will not be scored. All applicants will be
provided with written comments on their concept proposals, as well as an opportunity to meet
with Conservancy staff to discuss feedback. Only proposals submitted prior to the submission
deadline (currently expected to be August 31, 2017) will be reviewed.
Applicants may, and are encouraged to, consult with the Conservancy during the drafting of
their concept proposal. Once a concept proposal has been submitted, Conservancy staff will
only be able to provide status updates until the proposal has been reviewed and a feedback
meeting is scheduled.
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C. Full Proposal Solicitation Process
The second step in the application process is submittal of a full proposal. Each applicant is
responsible for deciding whether or not to submit a full proposal based on feedback received at
the concept proposal stage. A full proposal will only be accepted if a concept proposal was
submitted. Only full proposals submitted prior to the submission deadline (currently expected to
be November 30, 2017) will be considered.
After the full proposal application period ends, the Conservancy will conduct an administrative
review of full proposals. Projects that fail to meet the administrative review requirements may
not be moved on for full scoring. Administrative review includes:
• Review for eligibility, consistency with program requirements, and completeness
• Review for conflicts of interest
• Review of financial systems
• Legal review
• Notification of State and local agencies
• Site visits with all eligible applicants
Full proposals will also be evaluated and scored by Conservancy staff and an independent
professional review panel made up of State and federal agency technical experts. The
professional review panel will provide an additional independent review. Final scores will be
based on internal and external reviews.
Final scores and staff recommendations for funding will be posted on the Conservancy’s website
and shared with all applicants in advance of the Board’s consideration of projects for funding.
Submitted proposals will be available to the public upon request. The Board will consider and
take action on staff recommendations at a public meeting. Only projects approved by the Board
will be awarded funding. All applicants and members of the public will have the opportunity to
appear before the Board at this time. Any applicant whose proposal was not recommended for
full scoring or funding may contest the recommendations by notifying Conservancy staff in
writing by 5:00 p.m. at least three business days prior to the Board meeting at which funding
recommendations will be considered. The notification must describe the specific issues the
applicant wishes to contest.
If funding for a grant proposal is approved, Conservancy staff will work with the applicant to
complete a grant agreement that outlines reporting requirements, specific performance
measures, invoice protocols, and funding disbursal. This typically takes three to six months from
the date funding is awarded.
D. Scoring Threshold and Funding Decisions
All full proposals will be scored. Only proposals scoring 75 points or more are eligible to be
recommended to the Board for funding. A score of 75 points during the full proposal stage does
not guarantee that a grant award will be made or that a project will receive all of the requested
funding. Funding recommendations and decisions will be based upon scores and the
reasonableness of costs, as well as the diversity of the types of projects and their locations,
which together will create the maximum benefit within the Delta as a whole. If funding
requested by proposals that receive at least 75 points exceeds the funds available for the grant
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cycle, the Conservancy may choose to award partial funding. The Board may also choose to
prioritize for approval any unfunded projects that scored more than 75 points, should
subsequent funding become available. If a project scores at least 75 points but does not
demonstrate strong local support or a lack of significant conflict from local interests, the
Conservancy reserves the right to not fund the project or require that the conflict is
satisfactorily resolved before awarding funding. The Board may, within its discretion, approve a
conditional award of funds or reserve funds to accommodate pending actions (e.g., completion
of CEQA).
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Proposal Instructions
A. Concept Proposal Instructions
Please read the instructions below to submit a complete, clear, and responsive concept
proposal. All files should be submitted electronically one of two ways:
(1) via email to prop1grants@deltaconservancy.ca.gov; or
(2) via a removable storage device (such as a flash drive) or CD and mailed or hand
delivered to 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA 95691. In person
delivery should occur on normal business days between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30
pm, with the exception of August 31, 2017 when drop-offs until 5:00 pm will be
accepted.
The concept proposal narrative should not exceed six pages (not including the required
supplementary materials, listed below). Applicants must use at least 11-point standard font,
single line spacing with one-inch page margins.
Concept Proposal Narrative
The following concept proposal requirements align with the required components of the full
proposal. The Conservancy expects concept proposals to provide a concise overview of the
requested information; full details are required in the full proposal.
Project Description and Organizational Capacity
Provide a clear description of the project proposed for Conservancy funding. The project
description must include:
• The need for the project.
• The project’s goals and objectives.
• General tasks that will be undertaken and work products or deliverables.
• Experience and qualifications of parties working on the project.
• For acquisition projects only, address the status of meeting the specific requirements for
acquisitions (see the Land Acquisitions section for more information).
Funding Request and Budget
In addition to the Budget Table (part of the supplementary materials), provide a description that
explains how budget items in the Budget Table align with project tasks described in the project
description. Along with other expenses, the description should explain how grant management
and reporting costs will be funded, either by the Conservancy’s Grant Program or using cost
share or State leveraged funds. Applicants are encouraged to review other Grant Program
requirements that may be eligible for Conservancy grant funding (e.g., Delta Plan consistency,
developing a landowner access agreement, etc.; see Appendix C: Proposal Requirements
Checklist for more information) and include these in their budgets where applicable. Describe
the status of cost share efforts, including the leveraging of State funds.
State Priorities/Project Benefits
Demonstrate that the project will yield multiple benefits aligned with State priorities as
described in:
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• Proposition 1
• California Water Action Plan
• The Conservancy’s enabling legislation
• The Conservancy’s 2017-2022 Strategic Plan
• The Delta Plan
• Applicable species recovery plans and other related efforts, including the Sustainable
Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)
Category 1 projects should describe alignment with the above for the specific, on-the-ground
project for which planning is being conducted.
Readiness
Describe the readiness to proceed with the project, indicating any work that has already been
done and any additional work to be completed before beginning the work being proposed for
Conservancy funding. Describe permits and landowner agreements that will be required, if
applicable. Discuss the status of CEQA compliance, identify the CEQA lead agency, and specify
whether or not the Delta Conservancy is the expected lead agency at this stage. For Category 1
planning projects, describe how the proposed planning activities will advance the project toward
implementation.
Local Support
Describe support for the project, including individuals who and organizations that will be
participating in the project, cooperating on the project (providing guidance, etc.), and
supporting the project (not actively engaged, but aware of the project and supportive). Describe
the project’s approach to informing and consulting affected parties. At the full proposal stage,
applicants should be prepared to submit letters of support.
Scientific Merit
Describe the scientific basis of the proposed project and how best available science has been or
will be integrated into the project. In addition, describe how the project is applying the Delta
Plan’s adaptive management framework, as appropriate to the scope of the project. Describe
how climate change considerations are being taken into account. For Category 2 projects,
include a general description of the project’s approach to performance monitoring and
assessment, and include a Performance Measures Table using the Performance Measures Table
template provided on the Grant Program web page.
Concept Proposal Supplementary Materials
In addition to the six-page narrative, applicants must include:
1. Cover page listing the following information (one page maximum):
• Project name
• Project location (county, city/community, and any information that is more
specific to the project site)
• Project category (Category 1 or Category 2)
• Programmatic focal area (ecosystem protection, restoration, and enhancement,
water quality, and/or water-related agricultural sustainability)
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• Proposed start/end date for the Grant Funding Term (note: start date may be no
earlier than six months after Board approval of the full proposal and end date
may be no later than three years after the start date)
• Organization/agency name and type (California public agency, nonprofit, tribe,
public utility, or mutual water company) and mailing address
• Primary contact’s name and contact information (mailing address, telephone
number, and email)
• Organization’s federal tax ID number
2. Map of project site. The map should provide detail sufficient to allow a person
unfamiliar with the area to locate the project, and must include a legend, scale, and
polygon indicating the footprint(s) of the project, and appropriately-labeled identifying
factors such roads, waterways, towns, and county boundaries.
3. Budget Table (template will be provided on the Grant Program web page).
4. Performance Measures Table (category 2 projects only; template will be provided on the
Grant Program web page).
B. Concept Proposal Review
Eligibility Review
Conservancy staff will review your proposal for eligibility and provide feedback based on the
following eligibility questions. Eligibility will be reassessed during the full proposal review
process.
Eligibility Questions
1. Will the project result in the construction, acquisition or long-term improvement of a capital
asset or is the project a planning effort that will lead to such project? A capital asset is
tangible physical property that has a useful life of at least fifteen years.
2. Is the project a mulitbenefit ecosystem or watershed protection or restoration project?
3. Is the project an ecosystem protection, restoration, or enhancement project; a water quality
project; or a water-related agricultural sustainability project that has ecosystem or
watershed benefits?
4. Is the project aligned with State priorities as described in Proposition 1, the California Water
Action Plan, the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and 2017-2022 Strategic Plan, and the
Delta Plan?
Evaluation
Staff will review proposals and provide feedback based on the evaluation questions below. All
concept proposal applicants will be provided with feedback regarding the soundness of the
concept and the readiness of a project to submit a full proposal, and to indicate what additional
information is recommended for inclusion in a proposal.
Project Description and Organizational Capacity
1. Does the project description explain the need, goals and objectives, tasks and
deliverables, and the related experience and qualifications of all parties working on the
project? For acquisition projects, what is the status of the project in addressing
requirements specific to acquisition projects? Is the budget reasonable?
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Funding: Cost Share and Leveraging
2. Are cost share and leveraging addressed?
State Priorities
3. Does the project further Proposition 1 and State priorities, including implementation of
the California Water Action Plan, the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and 2017-2022
Strategic Plan, the Delta Plan, and applicable species recovery plans?
Readiness
4. For a Category 1 project, does the proposal demonstrate how the proposed planning
activities will advance the project toward implementation in a timely manner? For a
Category 2 project, what is the status of planning and permitting, and is the project
ready to begin?
Local Support
5. Does the project have local support and does it demonstrate an approach to informing
and consulting potentially affected parties?
Scientific Merit and Performance Measures
6. Is the scientific basis of the proposed project described, and does it demonstrate the
use of best available science? Is the applicant applying the Delta Plan’s adaptive
management framework, as appropriate to the scope of the project? Are climate
change considerations being taken into account? For Category 2 projects, how well is
performance monitoring and assessment described?
C. Full Proposal Instructions
Applicants may choose to submit a full proposal after submitting and receiving feedback on a
concept proposal. Concept proposals are required before a full proposal will be accepted.
Additional information about the content of the full proposal is included in the Proposal
Requirements section, below. The Conservancy will post full proposal application materials on
the Grant Program web page. For a checklist of all of the information required for the full
proposal, see Appendix C: Program Requirements Checklist. The full proposal includes the
following components:
1. Application form
2. Attachments
3. Supplementary materials
Application Form
The Conservancy will provide the application form, which is designed to collect information
about the project and the applicant and will serve as the basis of the project narrative on which
the proposal is evaluated. For more information about what is required on the application form,
please carefully read the Full Proposal Evaluation and Proposal Requirements sections below.
Attachments
Each application must include the required attachments, in the specified file type (Word or
Excel) and using the templates that the Conservancy provides. Required attachments include:
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• Financial Management System Questionnaire and Cost Allocation Plan
• Schedule and List of Deliverables
• Line Item Budget by Task
• Funding by Source
The following attachments are required if relevant to the proposed project:
• California Conservation Corps Consultation
• Acquisition Table
• Performance Measures Table
• Ecosystem and Land Use Types
Supplementary Materials
Applicants must submit the following supplementary materials if they are relevant to the
proposed project.
Authorization or Resolution to Apply
Provide documentation of authorization to submit an application for grant funding to the
Conservancy.
• Nonprofit organizations, tribes, and local government agencies - A project-specific
governing board resolution is required. However, if the organization’s governing board
has delegated authority to a specific officer to act on behalf of that organization, that
officer may, in lieu of a resolution, submit a letter of authorization along with
documentation of the delegated authority. The documentation of delegated authority
must include language granting such authority and the date of delegation.
• State agencies - In lieu of a resolution, State agencies may submit a letter authorizing
the application. The letter must be on the agency’s letterhead, and must identify the
position (job title) of the authorized representative.
For both letters and resolutions, the authorized representative may be a particular person (or
persons) or a position (or positions). The advantage of having a position named as the
authorized representative is that a new letter or resolution will not be required should the
person currently holding the position change.
Documents Required of Nonprofit Applicants
Nonprofit applicants must submit Articles of Incorporation, IRS letters, and signed bylaws.
Nonprofits incorporated outside of California must submit documentation from the California
Secretary of State showing that they are permitted to do business in the State of California.
Documents Required of Tribal Organizations Tribes must show proof of its inclusion on the
National Heritage Commission’s California Tribal List, or proof of federal recognition.
Documents Required of Mutual Water Company
Urban water suppliers must submit their urban water management plan in accordance with the
Urban Water Management Planning Act (Part 2.6 (commencing with Sec. 10610) of Division 6).
Agricultural water suppliers must submit their agricultural water management plan in
accordance with the Agricultural Water Management Planning Act (Part 2.8 (commencing with
Sec. 10800) of Division 6).
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Urban water suppliers and agricultural water suppliers must show proof of how they comply
with the requirements of Part 2.55 (commencing with Section 10608) of Division 6.
Information Required for Acquisition Projects
For acquisition projects, the following supplementary materials are required at the time of
application:
• Copy of the Purchase and Sale Agreement, Option Agreement, or Willing Seller Letter(s)
• Appraisal or Estimation of Fair Market Value
• Parcel Map with County Assessor’s Parcel Number(s)
Maps, Photos, and Site Plans
• Project Location Map – All full proposals must include a map identifying the project
site(s). The map should provide detail sufficient to allow a person unfamiliar with the
area to locate the project, and must include a legend, scale, and polygon indicating the
footprint(s) of the project, and appropriately-labeled identifying factors such roads,
waterways, towns, and county boundaries. Applicants are encouraged to provide a
satellite image or aerial photograph as the background of the map, if available. Maps
may not be hand drawn.
• Project Location Electronic File (kmz or Shapefile) – Required of all projects.
• Parcel Map with County Assessor’s Parcel Number(s) – For all acquisition projects
(required), and as applicable for other projects, provide an Assessor’s Parcel Map of the
project area with the parcel(s) identified by parcel number.
• Topographic Map – If applicable, submit a topographic map (preferred 1:24,000 scale)
detailed enough to identify the project area and elements as described in the proposal.
• Photos of the Project Site – If applicable, submit no more than 10 photos of the project.
• Site Plan – If applicable, provide a drawing or depiction indicating scale, project
orientation (e.g., north-south), what work the grantee will accomplish, where the work
will be done and the approximate square footage or acreage of any improvements that
are part of the grant scope. The plan should also indicate access points to the site.
Environmental Compliance
For all Category 2 projects for which CEQA requirements are complete, the applicant must
include all final CEQA documents. All Category 2 projects must submit a covered action checklist
with the full proposal. For more information on environmental compliance requirements, please
see the Proposal Requirements section, below.
Letters of Support and Cost Share Commitment Letters
Applicants must provide cost share commitment letters from all partners that are providing a
cost share. These letters must specifically confirm the dollar amount committed. Applicants
must provide a letter of support from the landowner of the project site if the applicant is not the
landowner. If applicable, applicants are strongly encouraged to provide a letter of support from
the entity providing water for a Category 2 implementation project. Applicants are encouraged
to provide letters of support for the project from project partners and stakeholders. Letters of
support should be submitted to the Conservancy with the full application materials.
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Resolutions of Support from Applicable Local Government Agencies
A resolution of support from the Board of Supervisors from the county in which the project is
located is a component of the full proposal. If an applicant has another project-specific
resolution of support from the affected city, county, or local district, it should be included with
the full proposal in order to facilitate the overall assessment process.
D. Evaluation Criteria for Full Proposal
Eligibility Review
Conservancy staff will review your proposal for eligibility based on the following questions.
Projects will be deemed eligible only all four eligibility questions can be answered affirmatively.
Eligibility Questions (Yes/No)
1. Will the project result in the construction, acquisition or long-term improvement of a
capital asset or is the project a planning effort that will lead to such a project? A capital
asset is tangible physical property that has a useful life of at least fifteen years.
2. Is the project a mulitbenefit ecosystem or watershed protection or restoration project?
3. Is the project an ecosystem protection, restoration, or enhancement project; a water
quality project; or a water-related agricultural sustainability project that has ecosystem
or watershed benefits?
4. Is the project aligned with State priorities as described in with Proposition 1, the
California Water Action Plan, the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and 2017-2022
Strategic Plan, and the Delta Plan?
Evaluation and Scoring
Full proposals will be evaluated using the following criteria (for a maximum of 100 points). The
number of total possible points is indicated for each criterion. Projects must score a total of 75
points or more to be recommended for funding.
Project Description, Budget, and Organizational Capacity
1. How well does the proposal provide a clear description of the project, including:
• the need for the project, and project goals and objectives;
• the project’s tasks and deliverables (deliverables should be recorded on the
Schedule and List of Deliverables attachment); and
• for acquisition projects, how well does the proposal address the specific
requirements of the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and Grant Guidelines
that apply to acquisitions? (10 points)
2. How clear, reasonable, and justified is the project’s budget, including all budget tables?
(5 points)
3. To what extent does the proposal describe appropriate partnerships and organizational
capacity, and demonstrate the appropriate qualifications of affiliated staff and
committed partners? (5 points)
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Funding: Cost Share and Leveraging
4. To what extent does the project have a cost share with private, federal, or local funding
to maximize benefits? (5 points)
• Cost share of >40% (5 points)
• Cost share of 31-40% (4 points)
• Cost share of 21-30% (3 points)
• Cost share of 11-20% (2 points)
• Cost share of 1-10% (1 point)
• Cost share of < 1% (0 points)
5. To what extent does the project leverage other State funds? (3 points)
• Cost share of >20% (3 points)
• Cost share of 11-20% (2 points)
• Cost share of 1-10% (1 point)
• Cost share of <1% (0 points)
State Priorities
6. How well does the proposal demonstrate alignment between a specific, on-the-ground
project and State priorities as described in Proposition 1, the California Water Action
Plan, the Conservancy’s enabling legislation and 2017-2022 Strategic Plan, the Delta
Plan, and applicable species recovery plans? Where relevant, proposals should discuss a
project’s alignment with regional plans. (15 points)
7. (a). For Category 1 projects, how well does the proposal explain how the planning effort
will contribute to a specific, on-the-ground project? (5 points)
7. (b). For Category 2 projects, how well does the proposal demonstrate plans for long-
term management and sustainability of the project for the required minimum of 15
years? (5 points)
Readiness
8. (a). For Category 1 projects, how well does the proposal demonstrate how the
proposed planning activities will advance the project toward implementation in a timely
manner, and how previous and subsequent phases will ensure that environmental
compliance and all data gaps are addressed? (12 points)
8. (b). For Category 2 projects, how complete is project planning including the status of
CEQA and permitting efforts, when will the project be ready to begin implementation,
and what is the status of land tenure (where applicable)? (12 points)
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Local support
9. How well does the proposal demonstrate that the project has local support? How well
does the proposal demonstrate an approach to informing and consulting potentially
affected parties, and to avoiding, reducing, or mitigating conflicts with existing and
adjacent land uses? (20 points)
Scientific Merit
10. How well does the proposal explain the scientific basis of the proposed project including
the application of best available science? Does the proposal demonstrate the
application of the Delta Plan’s adaptive management framework, appropriate to the
scope of the proposed project? How well does the proposal address potential
vulnerabilities of the project site to climate change effects, and how the project will
account for and provide adaptation and/or resiliency to potential climate change
effects? For Category 2 projects, how well is performance assessment and monitoring
described? (20 points)
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Proposal Requirements
A. Conflict of Interest
All applicants and individuals who participate in the review of submitted proposals are subject
to State and federal conflict of interest laws. Any individual who has participated in planning or
setting priorities for a specific solicitation or who will participate in any part of the grant
development and negotiation process on behalf of the public is ineligible to receive funds or
personally benefit from funds awarded through that solicitation. Employees of State and federal
agencies may participate in the review process as scientific/technical reviewers, but are subject
to the same State and federal conflict of interest laws.
If an applicant has a contract with the Conservancy and is contemplating applying for a grant,
the applicant should consult with Conservancy staff to determine eligibility. Failure to comply
with the conflict of interest laws, including business and financial disclosure provisions, will
result in the proposal being rejected and any grant agreement being declared void. Other legal
actions may also be taken. Applicable statutes include, but are not limited to, California
Government Code Section 1090 and Public Contract Code Sections 10365.5, 10410 and 10411.
B. Confidentiality
Once an applicant has submitted a proposal to the Conservancy, any privacy rights, as well as
other confidentiality protections afforded by law with respect to the application package, will be
waived. All proposals are public records under the California Government Code Sections 6250-
6276.48, and will be provided to the public upon request.
C. California Conservation Corps
The California Conservation Corps (CCC) is a State agency with local operations throughout the
State. The Certified Community Conservation Corps (as represented by the California
Association of Local Conservation Corps [CALCC]), is the representative for the certified local
conservation corps defined in Section 14507.5 of the Public Resources Code. Collectively, these
entities are referred to as the Corps. Prior to submitting a full proposal, all applicants shall first
consult with the Corps as to the feasibility of using their services to implement projects
[California Water Code (CWC) §79734] unless noted exceptions apply (Category 1 projects and
Category 2 acquisition projects are generally exempt). Applicants that fail to engage in such
consultation are not eligible to receive funding through the Conservancy’s grant program. The
Conservancy will provide on its Grant Program web page a form with additional guidance on the
steps necessary to ensure compliance, as well as sections to be completed by the applicant, the
CCC, and the CALCC.
If an applicant submits a proposal to the Conservancy for a project for which it has been
determined that Corps services can be used, the applicant must identify in the proposal the
appropriate Corps and the component(s) of the project in which they will be involved, and
include estimated costs for those services in the Budget Tables. Further, applicants awarded
funding must thereafter work with either the CCC or CALCC to develop a statement of work and
enter into a contract with the appropriate Corps.
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D. Environmental Compliance
Activities funded under this Grant Program must be in compliance with applicable State and
federal laws and regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Delta Plan, and other environmental permitting
requirements. The applicant is solely responsible for project compliance. All applicants must list
and describe existing and additional permits required for the project. Applicants should be
prepared to submit, upon request, any permits, surveys, or reports that support the status of
their environmental compliance. As part of the grant agreement, the grantee is required to
certify that it understands that it is the grantee’s responsible for complying with all federal,
State and local laws that apply to the project.
Applicants may include in their budgets the funding necessary for compliance related tasks;
however, awards for Category 2 projects cannot be finally approved until the required CEQA
documents have been completed and the necessary findings made. The Board may, within its
discretion, reserve funds for projects that have not yet completed their environmental review as
required by CEQA. However, a reservation of funds is not a guarantee of grant award. A
Category 1 grant may be proposed in order for an applicant to complete the CEQA process in
advance of submitting an application for a Category 2 project. Approval of grant funding for a
Category 1 project is not a guarantee of any future funding and the Conservancy retains full
discretion to approve or reject an associated Category 2 project application.
Proposals for projects that are subject to CEQA must identify the lead agency and explain how
the project will comply with CEQA. If the lead agency has not completed its CEQA process at the
time of application, the applicant shall indicate when it anticipates completing the CEQA
process. For most projects subject to CEQA, the Conservancy will serve as a responsible agency,
unless there is no other public agency responsible for carrying out or approving the project for
which the applicant seeks funding, in which case the Conservancy will serve as the lead agency.
The applicant must coordinate with the Conservancy prior to full proposal submission if the
Conservancy is anticipated to act as the lead agency for the project.
For proposed projects that include an action that is likely to be deemed a covered action,
pursuant to CWC Section 85057.5, the applicant is responsible for ensuring consistency with the
Delta Plan. The Conservancy encourages all applicants to communicate with the Delta
Stewardship Council to better understand whether or not their projects will need to certify their
consistency with the Delta Plan. For all Category 2 projects, a covered action checklist must be
submitted with the full proposal (see Appendix B: Key Local, State and Federal Plans and Tools
for more information) For those projects that will need to certify consistency, the proposal shall
include a description of how consistency will be achieved, and may include in its budget the
funding necessary to complete related tasks, including the development of an Adaptive
Management Plan. The project must be certified as consistent with the Delta Plan before funds
are disbursed for construction or the physical implementation of the project. The applicant must
coordinate with the Conservancy prior to proposal submission if the Conservancy is anticipated
to act as the covered action lead agency for the project.
E. Water Rights
Funded projects that address stream flows and water use shall comply with the CWC, as well as
any applicable State or federal laws or regulations. Any project that would require a change to
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water rights, including, but not limited to, bypass flows, point of diversion, location of use,
purpose of use, or off-stream storage shall demonstrate in their grant proposal an
understanding of the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) processes, timelines, and
costs necessary for project approvals by SWRCB and the ability to meet those timelines within
the funding term of a grant. In addition, any project that involves modification of water rights
for an adjudicated stream shall identify the required legal process for the change as well as
associated legal costs. Projects that propose to acquire a permanent dedication of water must
be in accordance with Section 1707 of the CWC; specifically the SWRCB must specify that the
water proposed for acquisition is in addition to the water that is needed to meet regulatory
requirements (Section 79709(a)). Applicants may apply for funding from the Conservancy to
complete the Section 1707 petition process, but SWRCB must approve the petition prior to the
dispersal of funds for any other project tasks. Prior to its completion, any water right acquisition
must be supported by a water rights appraisal approved by the Department of General Services,
Real Property Services Section.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to comply with SWRCB regulations regarding the
diversion and use of water, including ensuring that the applicant has adequate water rights to
complete the project and that the project will not reduce or otherwise affect the rights of other
water rights holders (Section 79711(d)). For Category 2 projects that require water application
(e.g., restoration, working lands enhancements, etc.), applicants must submit a statement or
application number for the water right they propose to use, as well as a short statement
demonstrating that the project’s water use has been considered, is reasonable, and that there is
sufficient water to implement and maintain the project without causing adverse impacts to
downstream users or surrounding landowners. Conservancy staff will consult with the office of
the Delta Watermaster regarding projects that propose to use water. The Delta Watermaster
will review the water rights affiliated with the proposed projects and will provide an informal
opinion as to whether or not these water rights appear to be subject to challenge. When
considering if a project should be recommended for funding, Conservancy staff will consider the
Watermaster’s input and any issues identified during internal review.
If applicable, applicants are strongly encouraged to provide a letter of support from the entity
providing water for a Category 2 implementation project. As a condition of the grant agreement,
if a grantee is not the water right holder and the landowner is the water rights holder, the
grantee must submit a landowner access agreement that includes a clause that specifically
grants the grantee the right to use water for the purposes of implementing the proposed project
(see Land Tenure section, below, for more information about the landowner access agreement:
page 3, paragraph 4 of the landowner access agreement template, found on the Conservancy’s
Grant Program web page, includes the water rights clause referenced here). If neither the
grantee nor the landowner is the water right holder, as a condition of the grant agreement, the
grantee must to submit a written statement from the water right holder that verifies that the
water right holder has the right to deliver water to the property on which the proposed project
will be implemented, and that the water rights holder recognizes its obligation to provide water
to that property for the purposes of implementing the proposed project. The Conservancy may
at any time request that an applicant or grantee provide additional proof that it has a legal right
to divert water and sufficient documentation regarding actual water availability and use.
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F. Best Available Science
All proposals will be evaluated on the scientific basis of their project. Applicants must provide a
description of the scientific foundation of their project, including scientific literature, studies, or
expert opinion that they have consulted. Applicants must use the best available science when
planning and implementing their proposed projects. By using the best available science,
applicants maximize the chances of success for their project. Best available science should be:
• Relevant
• Inclusive
• Objective
• Transparent and Open
• Timely
• Peer reviewed
A more complete review of best available science can be found in Appendix 1A of the Delta Plan.
Applicants proposing ecosystem restoration and enhancement projects are encouraged to take
into account the landscape considerations and guidelines discussed in A Delta Renewed: A Guide
to Science-Based Ecological Restoration in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta (A Delta Renewed,
SFEI-ASC, 2016) when determining appropriate habitat restoration or enhancement actions. All
applicants are encouraged to consult recent resources on climate change in California, which
include the following: California Natural Resources Agency’s Safeguarding California Plan: 2017
Update (particularly the Biodiversity and Habitat Section), Cal-Adapt (includes climate tools,
data, and resources), the California Climate Commons, Point Blue Conservation Science’s
Climate-Smart Restoration Toolkit, and the Ocean Protection Council’s 2017 Rising Seas in
California: An Update on Sea-Level Rise Science.
G. Adaptive Management
Adaptive management is a framework and flexible decision making process for ongoing
knowledge acquisition, monitoring, and evaluation leading to continuous improvements in
management planning and implementation of a project to achieve specified objectives. Adaptive
management provides for taking actions designed to achieve desired outcomes through an
iterative learning process that advances scientific understanding and increases the likelihood for
a project to achieve desired goals and objectives. Adaptive management acknowledges
uncertainty and promotes flexible decision making that can be adjusted in the face of
uncertainties as outcomes from management actions and other events, such as climate change,
become better understood. Long-term management is related to adaptive management, and
the two terms are frequently conflated. Adaptive management describes the scientific process
in which the entire project is embedded, whereas long-term management deals with the on-
going stewardship and maintenance of the site. All applicants are required to develop and utilize
science-based adaptive management that is consistent with the Delta Plan’s adaptive
management framework, found here:
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/AppC_Adaptive%20Management
_2013.pdf.
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Since the adaptive management approach should be integrated throughout the project, it will
be incorporated across many sections of the proposal. Applicants will be asked to summarize
their approach to adaptive management in the Scientific Merit section of the full proposal.
1. Define/redefine problem. The problem/need for the project should be stated in the
project description.
2. Establish goals and objectives. Goals and objectives should be discussed in the project
description, and be included in the Performance Measures Table for Category 2
projects.
3. Model linkages between objectives and proposed actions. Linking goals and objectives
to conceptual and other models is a critical component of establishing the project’s
scientific merit. Models link the objectives to the proposed action and clarify why an
intended action is expected to result in meeting its objectives. This should be described
in the section on scientific basis.
4. Select action(s) and develop performance measures. The project description describes
the actions that will be completed, and, for Category 2 projects, the Performance
Measures Table captures the project’s performance measures.
5. Design and implement action(s). The project description should describe how selected
actions will be designed and implemented.
6. Design and implement monitoring plan. For Category 2 projects, the performance
monitoring and assessment framework should describe how actions will be monitored.
7. Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate. For Category 2 projects, the performance monitoring
and assessment framework should describe how results will be analyzed, synthesized,
and evaluated.
8. Communicate current understanding. For Category 2 projects, the performance
monitoring and assessment framework should describe how results will be
communicated to decision-makers, and more broadly.
9. Adapt. All projects, when explaining their adaptive management approach, should
address how institutional support, decision-making mechanisms, and governance
structures will allow adaptive management to be carried out by making changes to the
project or extracting and applying learning from the project to future projects.
Depending on the status and type of project being proposed, adaptive management
expectations will vary. Category 1 projects may not have all nine steps fully fleshed out, but are
expected to describe how they will be considered and incorporated as the project progresses.
Conservation easement projects must describe the application of an adaptive management
framework, but may not have much leeway to alter easement terms. Projects that employ well-
established best management practices do not carry the same burden of proof as those
attempting new, untested approaches.
All Category 2 projects that include an action that is likely to be deemed a covered action,
pursuant to CWC Section 85057.5, are responsible for ensuring consistency with the Delta Plan,
which includes developing a formal Adaptive Management Plan. The Conservancy encourages
all applicants to communicate with the Delta Stewardship Council to learn more about adaptive
management and to better understand whether or not their projects are potential covered
actions and will need to certify their consistency with the Delta Plan. For those projects that will
need to certify consistency, the proposal shall include a description of how consistency will be
achieved, and may include in its budget the funding necessary to complete related tasks,
including the development of an Adaptive Management Plan. Grantees must complete the self-
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certification process and demonstrate consistency with the Delta Plan before funds are
disbursed for construction or the physical implementation of the project.
A. Performance Monitoring and Assessment
All Category 2 project proposals (including those for acquisition projects) must describe a
performance monitoring and assessment framework that identifies the performance measures
that will be used to demonstrate the ecosystem and/or watershed benefits of the project, how
they will be monitored and assessed, and how monitoring data will be reported. The
performance monitoring and assessment framework will vary depending on the scope and
nature of the project. A performance monitoring and assessment framework is not required for
Category 1 projects. Performance of Category 1 projects will be evaluated based on completion
of project deliverables per the grant agreement. For projects deemed covered actions under the
Delta Plan, performance monitoring and assessment will be a component of the Adaptive
Management Plan required as part of the process of certifying consistency with the Delta Plan.
The Conservancy reserves the right to negotiate specific terms and conditions for performance
monitoring and assessment prior to grant execution to ensure appropriate methods and
measures are identified, and to assist with consistency of nomenclature, units, and
measurements. Applicants may include finalizing a performance monitoring and assessment
plan as an expense reimbursable by the grant.
Performance Measures
A key attribute of the performance monitoring and assessment framework is the development
of project-specific performance measures. Performance measures must be designed so the
Conservancy can ensure that projects achieve outputs, are on-track to meet their intended
objectives, and provide value to the State of California.
Applicants for Category 2 projects must prepare and submit a Performance Measures Table,
specific to their proposed project, as part of the full proposal. A template for will be available on
the Conservancy’s Grant Program web page. The focus should be on performance measures that
demonstrate ecosystem and watershed benefits. Administrative tasks (such as completion of
progress reports, invoices, or other financial or contractual tasks) should not be included.
Developing a Performance Measures Table can be a challenging process. Draft tables are
required as a component of the concept proposal so that the Conservancy can guide applicants
in preparing their final Performance Measures Table for the full proposal. Applicants are
encouraged to contact Conservancy staff to discuss performance measures prior to submitting a
concept proposal.
The Performance Measures Table requires applicants to align their project objectives with
measurable outputs and outcomes. For the purposes of this Grant Program, goals, objectives,
outputs, and outcomes are defined using the Delta Plan’s definitions included in Appendix C:
Adaptive Management and the Delta Plan (see page 9 for more information about developing
performance measures). The italicized text below provides explanation beyond the Delta Plan
definitions.
• Goals - Broad statements that propose general solutions.
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• Objectives - More specific than goals, and often quantitative, specific, narrative
statements of desired outcomes, allowing evaluation of how well the objectives are
being achieved.
• Outputs - Performance measures that evaluate factors that may be influencing
outcomes and include on-the-ground implementation and management actions. Output
performance measures track whether on-the-ground activities were completed
successfully and evaluate factors that may be influencing ecosystem outcomes (e.g.,
acres of ecosystem restored or preserved, number of trees planted, and number of
barriers to fish migration removed). Project outputs are the things that will be produced
as a result of working toward your objective.
• Outcomes - Performance measures that evaluate ecosystem responses to management
actions or natural outputs. These are the benefits or long-term changes that are sought
from undertaking the project. Outcome performance measures evaluate direct
ecosystem responses to project activities (e.g., responses by target wildlife populations,
and responses in ecosystem function). They are achieved from the utilization of the
project’s outputs. Outcomes are linked with objectives, in that if the outcomes are
achieved then the project’s objective(s) have been met. At the end of the project, the
outcomes will help answer questions such as, ‘what have we achieved?’ and ‘how do we
know?’.
The Delta Conservancy has identified a suite of standard performance measures intended to
measure the ecosystem and/or watershed benefits of a project. Applicants are required to
utilize these performance measures to the extent that they are reasonably applicable to the
project proposed, and are encouraged to discuss selection with Conservancy staff during the
preparation of concept proposals. The list of standard performance measures is not exhaustive.
Additional project-specific outputs and outcomes may be required to meet the project
objectives. If a project is likely to be deemed a covered action under the Delta Plan, the
applicant should also consider the applicability of incorporating Delta Plan performance
measures. All projects as applicable will be required to define their outputs in terms of the
ecosystem/land use types included in Appendix D: Ecosystem and Land Use Types.
Outputs:
1. Increased acres or linear feet of ecosystem/land use type protected, restored, or enhanced
2. Increased acres or linear feet with a best management practice implemented (identify by
type of best management practice)
3. Increased acres or linear feet of invasive species treated
4. Increased acre-feet of water protected or conserved per year to increase flow in periods of
limited water supply
5. Increased metric tons of carbon sequestered per year
6. Increased acre-feet of contaminated runoff treated or retained on-site
7. Reduced concentrations and/or loading of point source pollutants (such as from municipal
stormwater) into associated waterbody or into offsite discharge
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8. Reduced concentrations and/or loading of non-point source pollutants such as sediment,
pesticides, bio-stimulatory substances (inorganic nutrients such as including ammonium,
nitrate, and phosphate) or other pollutants into associated waterbody or into offsite
discharge
Outcomes:
1. Increased use/occurrence of native animal species at restored/enhanced project site
2. Maintained use/occurrence of native animal species at protected project site
3. Increased ratio of native to nonnative plant species at restored/enhanced project site
4. Increased abundance of desirable aquatic macro-invertebrates at project site
5. Increased desirable primary productivity at project site
6. Increased water supply to associated waterbody or for groundwater recharge
7. Increased use/occurrence of native fish species in associated waterbody
8. Increase in dissolved oxygen concentrations in associated waterbody
9. Reduced toxicity2 of water or sediment in associated waterbody
10. Improvement in other water quality conditions (such as decreased water temperature) in
associated waterbody
Monitoring and Assessment Framework
In addition to identifying performance measures, applicants must describe their approach to
monitoring and assessing performance.
The monitoring and assessment framework should answer the following questions:
• Why is monitoring being done? What is being monitored? Provide linkage to outcomes
and outputs and relevant conceptual models.
• Who will be conducting the monitoring? Provide linkage to project team experience.
• How will monitoring be conducted? Describe the methods that will be used and how
they relate to existing methods, particularly standardized State monitoring programs,
existing monitoring at similar sites, and requirements based on relevant permits.
Describe quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• When will monitoring occur? Describe the timing, frequency, and duration of
monitoring. For example, will monitoring occur prior to and at a certain frequency after
activities occur? Are there constraints on when particular monitoring/surveys need to
occur (e.g., relative to particular tasks or seasons)? Describe opportunities to extend
monitoring beyond the Grant Funding Term (e.g., by using standardized, readily
replicated monitoring and evaluation processes; leveraging on-going monitoring
programs; and building partnerships capable of attracting funding from multiple sources
over time).
• Where will monitoring occur? Will monitoring occur at multiple sites within the
footprint of the activity as well as similar or adjacent sites outside?
• Who will manage the data? Provide linkage to project team experience.
• What types of data will be created?
2 Evaluated with toxicity testing using standard methods approved by the USEPA for fish, invertebrates, or algae
and/or SWRCB for sediment and benthic invertebrates (as appropriate).
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• How will data be analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated?
• How will data be accessed and shared?
• When will data be available? At what point will the data be provided to statewide data
systems and how often will it be updated? How long will be data be saved?
• Where will the data be stored and shared? Ecosystem and watershed project data shall
be uploaded to EcoAtlas Project Tracker; see below for additional sites for standardized
data reporting.
• How will results be communicated?
Standardized Methods and Centralized Data Management
Applicants should incorporate standardized monitoring approaches, where applicable, into their
monitoring and assessment frameworks and evaluate opportunities to coordinate with existing
monitoring efforts or produce information that can readily be integrated into such efforts. If an
applicant determines that the use of standardized approaches is not appropriate, the proposal
must provide a clear justification and a description of the proposed approach. Types of
standardized methods and related data portals include:
• Water quality, toxicity, and bioassessment data: Surface Water Ambient Monitoring
Program (SWAMP) for standardized methods and data collection, California
Environmental Data Exchange Network (CEDEN) for data reporting
• Coastal salmonids: California Coastal Monitoring Program for both methods and
reporting
• Wetland and riparian restoration: Wetland and Riparian Area Monitoring Program
(WRAMP) framework for data collection, EcoAtlas for data reporting
Grantees will be required to add their project into EcoAtlas Project Tracker and provide periodic
updates. For the purpose of this requirement, examples of project information include project
proponent, project name, location (e.g., latitude/longitude, project boundary), pertinent dates
(e.g., site construction), activity type (e.g., restoration), and ecosystem type and amount. For
additional information, refer to the “Project Tracker” online tool on the EcoAtlas website.
Environmental data and information collected under the Conservancy’s Proposition 1 Grant
Program must be made visible, accessible, and independently understandable to general users
in a timely manner, except where limited by law, regulation, policy, or security requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, all data collected and created is a required deliverable and will
become the property of the Conservancy.
B. Long-Term Management
The goal of long-term management is to foster the ongoing success of the project and viability
of the site’s natural resources, ensuring that the benefits arising from the project endure
beyond the end of the Grant Funding Term. Applicants submitting full proposals for Category 2
projects must describe future land management activities beyond the three-year Grant Funding
Term, explaining how the project will be stewarded for at least 15 years per the requirement for
capital outlay projects as specified in the State General Obligation Bond Law. Applicants must
identify possible risks to the project’s benefits, and describe long-term management activities
designed to abate these risks, including who will manage the project, how the project will be
maintained, how management and maintenance will be funded, and how long-term
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management will be integrated into the project’s adaptive management. Long-term
management deals with the on-going stewardship and maintenance of the site, whereas
adaptive management describes the scientific process in which the entire project is embedded.
The process for collecting and analyzing science-based information – a critical component of
adaptive management – should be a factor in long-term management planning and decisions.
Properties restored, enhanced, or protected, and facilities constructed or enhanced with funds
provided by the Conservancy shall be operated, used, and maintained consistent with the
purposes of the grant.
C. Land Tenure
For all projects conducted on land that is not owned by the grantee, the grantee must
demonstrate that they have adequate site control prior to the disbursement of grant funds. At
the time of application, all projects that require site access must describe the current status of
site control. Once funds are awarded, Category 2 projects must submit documentation showing
that they have adequate tenure to, and site control of, the properties to be improved or
restored, including adequate control for maintenance of the project for a minimum of 15 years.
Grantees may assign without novation the responsibility to implement, monitor, and maintain a
project. If the grantee owns the land on which the project is being implemented, the grant
agreement will be recorded against the deed of the property. If the grantee does not own the
land on which the project will be implemented, a landowner access agreement will be required
as a condition of the grant agreement and must be executed and recorded before funds are
disbursed. The landowner access agreement must be signed by the grantee and the landowner,
and must include a legal description of the land on which the project is being implemented; the
Conservancy will approve as to form. A landowner access agreement template can be found on
the Conservancy’s Grant Program web page. Grantees opting not to use the template must
submit an alternate agreement that conforms to the terms of the template. Costs associated
with the development of the land tenure agreement can be included in the project budget, but
cannot be reimbursed until the landowner access agreement is approved as to form by the
Conservancy. For lands being acquired with Conservancy funds, the Land Acquisitions section,
below, describes land tenure requirements.
D. Land Acquisitions
The Conservancy may award funds for a land acquisition project. Acquisition projects must
adhere to the following requirements:
• Property must be acquired from a willing seller and in compliance with current laws
governing acquisition of real property by public agencies 3 in an amount not to exceed
fair market value, as approved by the State.
• If a signed purchase and sale or option agreement is unavailable to be submitted with
the application, a Willing Seller Letter is required from each landowner indicating they
are a willing participant in the proposed real estate transaction. The letter should clearly
identify the parcels to be purchased and state that “if grant funds are awarded, the
seller is willing to enter into negotiations for sale of the property at a purchase price not
to exceed fair market value.”
3 Government Code, Chapter 16, Section 7260 et seq.
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• Once funds are awarded and an agreement is signed with the Conservancy, another
property cannot be substituted for the property specified in the application. Therefore it
is imperative that the applicant demonstrate that the seller is negotiating in good faith,
and that discussions have proceeded to a point of confidence.
• Department of General Services must review and approve all appraisals of real property.
Appraisals must be in compliance with section 5096.510 of the Public Resources Code.
Acquisition projects are also subject to a specific set of additional requirements that must be
met prior to and immediately after closing escrow. For more information, please refer to the
checklist provided in Appendix E: Land Acquisition Checklist. Note that the Conservancy will do
an assessment of mineral rights based on information provided by the applicant. Based on its
assessment, the Conservancy will determine whether the risk posed by exercising existing
mineral rights and the related consequences for intended conservation purposes is acceptable
to the Conservancy. If the Conservancy determines that the risk is not acceptable and the risk
cannot be reduced to an acceptable level within a reasonable amount of time, then the
Conservancy may rescind the grant award.
In addition to the purchase of real property, acquisition projects may seek reimbursement for
costs associated with personnel time, appraisal and appraisal review, due diligence costs, closing
costs, and other costs related to the acquisition of real property. The Conservancy will not
directly pay the Department of General Services (DGS) to review and approve the required
appraisal; the grantee must pay DGS directly for this expense and seek reimbursement from the
Conservancy. In total, appraisal and appraisal review, personnel time, due diligence costs,
closing costs, and other costs related to the acquisition of real property may not exceed ten
percent of the land acquisition cost that is being requested from the Conservancy. Note that the
land acquisition cost may not be factored into the indirect cost calculation. Funding will be
dispersed quarterly in arears for all costs save for the land acquisition cost, for which funds will
be transferred into escrow once all requirements have been met as specified in Appendix E:
Land Acquisition Checklist.
Acquisition projects must address all other requirements of Category 2 projects, including the
development of scientific outputs and outcomes and a performance monitoring and assessment
framework. The following additional information is required at the time of application:
• A table including: parcel numbers, acreage, willing seller name and address, breakdown
of how the funds will be budgeted, and an acquisition schedule (the Conservancy will
provide an Acquisition Table template on its Grant Program web page)
• Copy of the Purchase and Sale or Option Agreement, or Willing Seller Letter(s)
• Appraisal or Estimation of Fair Market Value
• Map showing lands that will be acquired, including parcel lines and numbers
Proposals for acquisition of real property must also address the following, as required by section
32364.5(b) of the Conservancy’s enabling legislation:
• The intended use of the property.
• The manner in which the land will be managed.
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• How the cost of ongoing operations, maintenance, and management will be provided,
including an analysis of the maintaining entity’s financial capacity to support those
ongoing costs.
• How payments will be provided in lieu of taxes, assessments, or charges otherwise due
to local government, if applicable.
NOTE: Any grantee acquiring land with Proposition 1 grant funding may be eligible to use the
Natural Heritage Preservation Tax Credit Act of 2000 (Division 28 (commencing with Section
37000) of the Public Resources Code) (Section 79711[h]). Interested applicants should consult a
tax advisor.
E. Budget Tables
Using the Budget Tables provided with the full proposal application materials, all applicants
must identify all project expenses for which Conservancy funds are being requested. Budget
Tables include the concept proposal Budget Table template and the following full proposal
attachments: Line Item Budget by Task and Funding by Source. All expenses must be eligible,
and must conform to the following cost categories in the Conservancy’s line item budget:
• Personnel Services. Personnel rates may only include salary and wages, fringe benefits,
and payroll taxes. Compensation for personnel services includes all compensation paid
by the organization for services of employees working directly on the project during the
Grant Funding Term. The expenditures are allowable to the extent that the total
compensation for individual employees is reasonable for the services rendered and
supported. Fringe benefit expenses may include holidays, vacation, sick leave, actual
employer contributions or expenses for social security, employee insurance, workmen's
compensation insurance, and pension plan costs. During invoicing, grantees must
provide timesheets to the Conservancy to verify the staff time charged is authorized
under the grant agreement.
• Operating Expenses (General). General Operating Expenses include all materials,
supplies, such as field supplies, office supplies, permits and fees, travel expenses, and
other general expenses required to directly implement the project. All costs should be
allocated according to the most equitable basis practical. During invoicing, all expenses
must be supported by receipts.
• Operating Expenses (Subcontractor). Subcontractor expenditures including equipment
rentals are allowable if work to be completed or services to be provided are directly
linked to the proposed project and are consistent with the tasks and schedule provided
in the proposal. Grantees will be expected to provide copies of all contracts to the
Conservancy for review. Note that subcontractor expenses may not be factored into the
indirect cost calculation.
• Operating Expenses (Equipment). Equipment includes nonexpendable, tangible
personal property having a useful life of more than one year and a cost which equals or
exceeds the lesser of the capitalization level established for a financial statement
purpose or $5,000. Equipment purchases are allowable if specified as a requirement for
the completion of the project. Justification for the purchase of equipment must be
provided. Grantees must keep an inventory record including the date acquired, total
cost, serial number, model identification, and any other information or description
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necessary to identify said equipment must be maintained for the duration of the Grant
Funding Term. Note that equipment expenses may not be factored into the indirect cost
calculation.
• Acquisition Cost. The acquisition cost includes only the purchase of real property. In
total, appraisal and appraisal review, personnel time, due diligence costs, closing costs,
and other costs related to the acquisition of real property may not exceed ten percent
of the acquisition cost that is being requested from the Conservancy. Note that the
acquisition cost may not be factored into the indirect cost calculation.
• Indirect Costs. Indirect costs that do not have a specific direct relationship to the project
but are a requirement for the completion of the project may be eligible for
reimbursement. Indirect costs are capped at a rate of 20 percent of the Personnel
Services and Operating Expenses (General) line items. To determine the amount of
eligible indirect costs, the applicant must first determine the cost of implementing the
project, not including any indirect costs. Once the project implementation cost has been
determined, the applicant may calculate indirect costs and include them in the total
grant request up to the allowable 20 percent cap on the specified line items. Indirect
costs may not be applied to subcontractor or equipment line items, nor to land
acquisition costs. Indirect costs must be reasonable, allocable, and applicable and may
include administrative support (e.g., personnel time for accounting, legal, executive,
information technology, or other staff who support the implementation of the proposed
project but who are not directly billing their time to the project), and office-related
expenses (e.g., insurance, rent, utilities, printing/copying equipment, computer
equipment, and janitorial expenses). These costs are subject to audit and must be
documented by the grantee. Indirect costs may not be included in the hourly rate for
personnel billing directly to the grant. Indirect rates are strictly enforced for all
applicants.
Budget Tables should include costs for the tasks described in the full proposal and must
demonstrate how grant management and reporting costs will be funded, either by the
Conservancy’s Grant Program or using cost share or State leveraged funds. Applicants are
encouraged to review other Conservancy Grant Program requirements that may be eligible for
Conservancy grant funding (e.g., Delta Plan consistency, developing a landowner access
agreement, etc.; see Appendix C: Proposal Requirements Checklist for more information) and
include these in their budgets where applicable.
Applicants must also identify cost share contributions if receiving funding for the project from a
source other than the Conservancy.
F. Cost Share and State-Leveraged Funds
The Conservancy’s grant program does not have a formal match requirement; however,
applicants are encouraged to develop a cost share program to support their project. Cost
sharing is the portion of the project expense not borne by the Conservancy’s grant monies. Cost
sharing encourages collaboration and cooperation. The Conservancy will provide points to
proposals with a federal, local, or private cost share component (other State funds may not
count toward the cost share). Only cost share commitments made explicitly for the project may
count toward the cost percentage for purposes of evaluation and scoring of proposals.
Applicants stating that they have a cost share component must include commitment letters
from cost share partners at the time the full proposal is submitted; these letters must
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specifically confirm the dollar amount committed. Cost share funds must be spent between the
time that the full proposal is submitted to the Conservancy and the end of the Grant Funding
Term.
In-kind cost share is defined as all non-cash contributions to the project with an assigned value,
and may include volunteer time, supplies, and equipment. Up to 50 percent of a cost share may
be in-kind, meaning all in-kind cost share must be matched with cash at a one-to-one ratio. For
example, if a project has $25,000 of cash cost share, the maximum qualifying in-kind cost share
is $25,000. Points would not be awarded for any in-kind cost share that exceeds $25,000. For
projects without any cash match, in-kind cost share will not be calculated into the project’s cost
share score. Points are awarded based on cost share percent (see Evaluation Criteria for Full
Proposal for more information) which is calculated by dividing the total eligible cost share (only
that from federal, local, or private sources, with all in-kind matched one-to-one with cash) by
the total dollar amount requested from the Conservancy.
The Conservancy will also provide up to three points for proposals that leverage State funds for
multibenefit projects. These projects must support multiple objectives as identified in various
planning documents (see Appendix B: Key State, Federal, and Local Plans and Tools). State funds
may not count toward the cost share. Applicants stating that they are leveraging other State
funds must include commitment letters from leverage partners when submitting the full
proposal, and cost share funds must be spent between the time that proposals are submitted to
the Conservancy and the end of the Grant Funding Term. The same cash to in-kind ratio applies,
and points are calculated as noted above.
G. Financial Management Systems Questionnaire and Cost Allocation Plan
A Financial Management Systems Questionnaire and Cost Allocation Plan form is required from
all applicants at the time of full proposal (a template will be provided on the Grant Program web
page). The information provided will be used to assess the applicant’s financial capacity for
managing the proposed grant. The Financial Management Systems Questionnaire must be
signed and dated and requires the applicant to provide the following information:
• Organizational Data
• Financial Audit Data
• Financial Statement
• Accounting System Data
• Timekeeping System Data
• Purchasing System
The Cost Allocation Plan should be tailored to fit the specific policies of the applicant. The plan
requires information about how the applicant allocates costs to ensure an equitable distribution
of costs to programs. Recipients must have a system in place to equitably charge costs.
H. Consultation and Cooperation with State and Local Agencies and
Demonstration of Local Support
It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact, seek support from, and coordinate with applicable
State agencies, cities, counties, and local districts, as well as other private stakeholders and
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surrounding landowners. Letters of support can be included with the full proposal. If an
applicant has a project-specific resolution of support from the affected city, county, or local
district, it should be included with the full proposal in order to facilitate the overall assessment
process. A resolution of support from the Board of Supervisors from the county in which the
project is located is a component of the full proposal.
In compliance with the Conservancy’s governing statute (Public Resources Code Section 32363)
and Proposition 1, the Conservancy will notify local government agencies – such as counties,
cities, and local districts – about eligible grant projects being considered for funding in their
area. Conservancy staff will also notify the applicable public water agency, levee, flood control,
or drainage agency (when appropriate). The individual Conservancy Board members
representing each of the five Delta counties will also be notified at this time and may wish to
communicate with the affected entities. The Conservancy will request comments from all
entities within 15 business days following notification. For acquisition projects, the Conservancy
shall coordinate and consult with the Delta Protection Commission and the city or county in
which a grant is proposed to be implemented or an interest in real property is proposed to be
acquired. The Conservancy will work with the grantee to make all reasonable efforts to address
concerns raised by local governments.
The Conservancy will also coordinate with the appropriate departments in State government
that are doing work in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, including the Central Valley Flood
Protection Board. In particular, the Conservancy will work with California Department of Fish
and Wildlife (CDFW) Proposition 1 program staff to coordinate funding requests. If the
Conservancy and CDFW are co-funding a project, the agencies will work to ensure that each
funder has a discreet scope of work, and that the project is managed as two distinct grant
agreements. Each agency will be required to report on the specific metrics of the project it is
funding in order to ensure that funds are being managed in the best interest of the State. The
Conservancy strongly encourages applicants to reach out to both agencies prior to applying for
funding to discuss options for funding projects. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure
that proposals submitted to both the Conservancy and to CDFW clearly describe the work that
will be funded by each agency. The proposed scope of each proposal should be distinct and
without overlap. Applicants must describe the overall project and how the proposals relate.
I. Disadvantaged Communities
Proposition 1 does not require that the Conservancy direct a specific portion of funding to
projects that benefit disadvantaged communities (less than 80 percent of the State's median
household income based on U.S. Census). However, a large majority of the communities found
within the Delta are considered disadvantaged communities according to the U.S. Census, as are
many of the communities immediately outside of the Delta. Any Proposition 1 funds spent on
improving aspects of the Delta will very likely have some benefit to one or more disadvantaged
communities. Applicants must identify any disadvantaged communities that overlap with the
footprint of the proposed project, which disadvantaged communities occur within one mile of
the footprint, and which disadvantaged communities occur within five miles of the project
footprint. Refer to the Disadvantaged Communities Mapping Tool found at:
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/grants/resources_dac.cfm.
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Requirements if Funded
A. Grant Provisions
For each awarded grant, the Conservancy will develop an individual grant agreement with
detailed provisions and requirements specific to that project. A draft grant agreement template
is provided on the Conservancy’s Grant Program web page. Please be aware that if you receive a
grant from the Conservancy, the provisions listed below will apply:
• Actual awards are conditional upon funds being available from the State (see Loss of
Funding section, below).
• Eligible expenses incurred upon the start date listed in the grant agreement and prior to
the end of the Grant Funding Term may be directly reimbursed. Grant eligible costs will
only be paid in arears on a reimbursement basis, require supporting documentation,
and may be subject to audit (see Appendix F: State Auditing Requirements).
• For all Category 2 projects, adequate proof of land tenure allowing the grantee to access
property to construct and maintain the proposed project must be in place prior to the
disbursement of funds.
• For Category 2 projects, funds for construction will not be disbursed until all of the
required environmental compliance and permitting documents have been received by
the Conservancy, including certification of consistency with the Delta Plan.
• Grantees will not be reimbursed if any of the following conditions occur:
o the applicant has been non-responsive or does not meet the conditions outlined
in the grant proposal and grant agreement;
o the project has received alternative funding from other sources that duplicates
the portion or work or costs funded by a Conservancy grant;
o the project description has changed and is no longer eligible for funding; or
o the applicant requests to end the project.
B. Loss of Funding
Work performed under the grant agreement is subject to availability of funds through the
State's budget process. If funding for the grant agreement is reduced, eliminated, or delayed by
the Budget Act or through other budget control actions, the Conservancy shall have the option
to cancel the grant agreement, offer to the Grantee a grant agreement amendment reflecting a
reduced amount, or suspend work. In the event of cancellation of the grant agreement or
suspension of work, the Conservancy shall provide written notice to the grantee and be liable
only for payment for any work completed pursuant to the grant agreement up to the date of the
written notice. The Conservancy shall have no liability for payment for work carried out or
undertaken after the date of written notice of cancellation or suspension. In the event of a
suspension of work, the Conservancy may remove the suspension of work by written notice to
the Grantee. The Conservancy shall be liable for payment for work completed from the date of
written notice of the removal of the suspension of work, consistent with other terms of the
grant agreement. In no event shall the Conservancy be liable to the grantee for any costs or
damages associated with any period of suspension, nor shall the Conservancy be liable for any
costs in the event that, after a suspension, no funds are available and the grant agreement is
then cancelled based on budget actions.
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C. Labor Code Compliance
Grants awarded through the Conservancy’s Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant
Program may be subject to prevailing wage provisions of Part 7 of Division 2 of the California
Labor Code (CLC), commencing with Section 1720. Typically, the types of projects that are
subject to the prevailing wage requirements are public works projects. Existing law defines
"public works" as, among other things, construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or
repair work done under contract and paid for in whole or in part out of public funds. Any work
performed by volunteers is not subject to prevailing wage provisions per California Labor Code
(CLC) Section 1720.4, which shall remain in effect until January 1, 2024.
The grantee shall pay prevailing wage to all persons employed in the performance of any part of
the project if required by law to do so. Any questions of interpretation regarding the CLC should
be directed to the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), the State
department having jurisdiction in these matters. For more details, please refer to the DIR
website at http://www.dir.ca.gov.
D. Reporting
All projects will be required to provide quarterly progress reports during the Grant Funding
Term and a final report prior to the formal close-out of the Grant Funding Term. Specific
reporting requirements will be included in the grant agreement. Among other requirements, all
reports will include an evaluation of project performance that links to the project’s performance
measures. The final report will include, among other things, a discussion of findings, conclusions,
or recommendations for follow-up, ongoing, or future activities.
E. Signage and Recognition
To the extent practicable, grantees shall inform the public that the project received funds
through the Delta Conservancy and from the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure
Improvement Act of 2014 (CWC §79707[g]). Grantees shall recognize the Conservancy on signs,
websites, press or promotional materials, advertisements, publications, or exhibits that they
prepare or approve and that reference funding of a project. For Category 2 projects, grantees
shall post signs at the project site acknowledging the source of the funds. Size, location and
number of signs shall be approved by the Conservancy. Required signage must be in place prior
to final distribution of grant funds.
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Appendices
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms
Adaptive Management – A framework and flexible decision making process for ongoing knowledge
acquisition, monitoring, and evaluation leading to continuous improvements in management planning
and implementation of a project to achieve specified objectives. For more information, refer to
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/AppC_Adaptive%20Management_2013.p
df.
Application – The individual application form and its required attachments and supplementary materials
for grants pursuant to the Delta Conservancy’s Proposition 1 Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality
Grant Program.
Best Available Science – Science with the following elements: (a) well-stated objectives; (b) a clear
conceptual or mathematical model; (c) a good experimental design with standardized methods for data
collection; (d) statistical rigor and sound logic for analysis and interpretation; and (e) clear
documentation of methods, results, and conclusions. For more information, refer to
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/AppC_Adaptive%20Management_2013.p
df.
Best Practices – A best practice is a method or technique that has consistently shown results superior to
those achieved with other means, can be used as a benchmark or standard, and is widely recognized as
the most efficient and effective way to accomplish a desired outcome. A best practice is used to
describe the process of developing and following a standard way of doing things that multiple
organizations can use.
CEQA – The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is set forth in the Public Resources Code
Section 21000 et seq. CEQA is a law establishing policies and procedures that require agencies to
identify, disclose to decision makers and the public, and attempt to lessen significant impacts to
environmental and historical resources that may occur as a result of a proposed project to be
undertaken, funded, or approved by a local or State agency. For more information, refer to:
http://resources.ca.gov/ceqa.
Conservancy – See Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy.
Cost Share – The portion of the project borne by private, federal, or local funds that will supplement the
Conservancy’s Proposition 1 funding.
Disadvantaged Community – Community with less than 80 percent of the State's median household
income based on U.S. Census. See Disadvantaged Communities Mapping Tool at:
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/grants/resources_dac.cfm.
Ecosystem Function - An intrinsic ecosystem characteristic whereby an ecosystem maintains its integrity.
Ecosystem processes include decomposition, production, nutrient cycling, and fluxes of nutrients and
energy.
Eligible Expenses – Approved expenses incurred by the grantee between the time that the full proposal
is submitted to the Conservancy and the end of the Grant Funding Term.
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Enhancement - Actions that improve existing ecosystems with the goal of returning natural or historic
functions and characteristics.
Grant – Funds made available to a grantee for eligible costs during a Grant Funding Term.
Grant Agreement – An agreement between the Conservancy and the grantee specifying the payment of
funds by the Conservancy for the performance of the project scope within the specific performance
period.
Grant Funding Term - The time period, not to exceed three years, during which grantees may incur and
be reimbursed for grant-related expenses.
Grant Term - The 15-year time period during which Category 2 projects must be maintained to comply
with the State General Obligation Bond Law.
Indirect Costs – Indirect costs include expenses which do not relate directly to project implementation,
but are a requirement for the completion of the project. Indirect costs must be reasonable, allocable,
and applicable and may include administrative support (e.g., personnel time for accounting, legal,
executive, information technology, or other staff who support the implementation of the proposed
project but who are not directly billing their time to the project), and office-related expenses (e.g.,
insurance, rent, utilities, printing/copying equipment, computer equipment, and janitorial expenses).
In-kind Contributions –Non-cash contributions to the project with an assigned value, and may include
volunteer time, supplies, and equipment.
Lead Agency – The public agency which has the principal responsibility for carrying out or approving a
project under CEQA (see http://resources.ca.gov/ceqa/guidelines/art20.html).
Long-term Management – The ongoing stewardship of a project site that fosters the success of the
project and viability of the site’s natural resources, ensuring that the benefits arising from the project
endure for at least 15 years per the requirement for capital outlay projects as specified in the State
General Obligation Bond Law.
Monitoring Activities – The collection and analysis of observations or data repeated over time and in
relation to a conservation or management objective.
NEPA – The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to assess the
environmental effects of their proposed actions prior to making decisions. Using the NEPA process,
agencies evaluate the environmental and related social and economic effects of their proposed actions.
Agencies also provide opportunities for public review and comment on those evaluations. For more
information, refer to: https://www.epa.gov/nepa/what-national-environmental-policy-act.
Nonprofit Organization – A private, nonprofit organization that qualifies for exempt status under Section
501(c)(3) of Title 26 of the United States Code, and whose charitable purposes are consistent with those
of the Conservancy as set forth in Public Resources Code Section 32320 et seq.
Outcomes – Performance measures that evaluate ecosystem responses to management actions or
natural outputs. These are the benefits or long-term changes that are sought from undertaking the
project. Outcome performance measures evaluate direct ecosystem responses to project activities (e.g.,
responses by target wildlife populations, and responses in ecosystem function). They are achieved from
the utilization of the project’s outputs. Outcomes are linked with objectives, in that if the outcomes are
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achieved then the project’s objective(s) have been met. At the end of the project, the outcomes will
help answer questions such as, ‘what have we achieved?’ and ‘how do we know?”.
Outputs - Performance measures that evaluate factors that may be influencing outcomes and include
on-the-ground implementation and management actions. Output performance measures track whether
on-the-ground activities were completed successfully and evaluate factors that may be influencing
ecosystem outcomes (e.g., acres of ecosystem restored or preserved, number of trees planted, and
number of barriers to fish migration removed). Project outputs are the things that will be produced as a
result of working toward your objective.
Performance Measure – Metrics used to ensure that projects are on-track to meet their intended
objectives and provide value to the State of California.
Planning Activities – Pre-project activities necessary for a specific on-the-ground project that meets the
Conservancy’s Grant Program eligibility criteria.
Pollutant – As defined in Clean Water Act Sec. 502(6), a pollutant means dredged spoil, solid waste,
incinerator residue, sewage, garbage, sewage sludge, munitions, chemical wastes, biological materials,
radioactive materials, heat, wrecked or discarded equipment, rock, sand, cellar dirt, and industrial,
municipal, and agricultural waste discharged into water.
Project Engineering Design –A process of creating the design for a project. The process consists of
several phases that relate to the percentage of development of the design plans. The naming
convention for these phases may vary, depending on the agency or locality, but generally the process
includes components similar to what is described below.
• Project Engineering Design: Conceptual Plans – Conceptual plans, along with the Basis of
Design Report, should indicate the general location of any activities and project elements,
show overall layout of the project location, and identify any constraints. Conceptual plans
are insufficient for submittal for Category 2 project funding.
• Project Engineering Design: The Basis of Design Report – The Basis of Design Report, along
with the Conceptual Plans, should demonstrate that the project is feasible and reflect a
preferred alternative. Alternatives analysis often compares a number of concept level plans.
Basis of Design Reports are insufficient for submittal for Category 2 project funding.
• Project Engineering Design: Intermediate Plans (or 65% plans) – The Intermediate Plans
should show detailed plan views and profiles of any improvements and standard details.
Individuals reviewing Intermediate Plans should be able to interpret exactly where the
project will be built and where project impacts will occur. A Basis of Design Report should be
included. Intermediate Plans (65%) is the minimum level of planning required to apply for
Category 2 funds.
• Project Engineering Design: Draft Plans (or 90% plans) – These plans should incorporate
revisions to the Intermediate Plans (65% plans) and add details that are required for
construction, such as survey notes, instructions for erosion and sediment control, staging
areas, access, and the like.
• Project Engineering Design: Final Plans (or 100% plans) – These plans should incorporate any
revisions to the Draft Plans (90% plans) and should represent the final set of design
documents. These are the plans used for construction bids.
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Protection – Action taken, often by securing a conservation easement or purchasing fee title to a piece
of land, to ensure that ecosystems or conservation values are maintained.
Public Agencies – Any city, county, district, or joint powers authority; State agency; or public university.
Reasonable Costs – Costs that are consistent with what a reasonable person would pay in the same or
similar circumstances.
Responsible Agency – Includes all public agencies other than the Lead Agency which have discretionary
approval power over the project under CEQA (see http://resources.ca.gov/ceqa/guidelines/art20.html).
Restoration –Actions that re-establish or substantially rehabilitate ecosystems with the goal of returning
natural or historic functions and characteristics.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta – The confluence of the Sacramento River and San Joaquin River basins,
forming an inland delta. The Conservancy’s service area is the statutory Delta (as defined by California
Water Code, CWC Section 12220) and Suisun Marsh.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy – As defined in Public Resources Code Section 32320, the
Conservancy acts as a primary State agency to implement ecosystem restoration in the Delta and
support efforts that advance environmental protection and the economic well-being of Delta residents.
The Conservancy’s service area is the statutory Delta (see CWC Section 12220) and Suisun Marsh.
Statutory Delta – The Delta as defined in CWC Section 12220.
Suisun Marsh – The largest contiguous brackish water marsh remaining on the west coast of North
America and a critical part of the San Francisco Bay and Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta estuary
ecosystem. The Suisun Marsh Preservation Act—further defining the Marsh—can be found at
http://www.usbr.gov/mp/nepa/nepa_projdetails.cfm?Project_ID=781.
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Appendix B: Key State, Federal, and Local Plans and Tools
Links to potentially relevant resources are provided below under the primary authoring agency (in
alphabetical order).
Bureau of Reclamation
Bureau of Reclamation – Suisun Marsh Habitat Management, Preservation, and Restoration Plan (2013):
http://www.usbr.gov/mp/nepa/nepa_projdetails.cfm?Project_ID=781
California State Parks
California State Parks – Recreation Proposal for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and Suisun Marsh
(2011): http://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/795/files/delta%20rec%20proposal_08_02_11.pdf
California Water Quality Monitoring Council
California Wetlands Monitoring Workgroup:
http://www.mywaterquality.ca.gov/monitoring_council/wetland_workgroup/
Wetland and Riparian Area Monitoring Plan (WRAMP):
http://www.mywaterquality.ca.gov/monitoring_council/wetland_workgroup/index.html#frame
Central Valley Joint Venture
Central Valley Joint Venture – 2006 Implementation Plan (2006):
http://www.centralvalleyjointventure.org/science
Delta Stewardship Council
Delta Plan (2013): http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/delta-plan-0
Delta Science Plan: http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/Delta-Science-Plan-
12-30-2013.pdf
Delta Plan – Best Available Science:
http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/AppC_Adaptive%20Management_2013.p
df
Delta Stewardship Council – Covered Actions: http://deltacouncil.ca.gov/covered-actions
Department of Water Resources
Department of Water Resources Agricultural Land Stewardship Strategies:
https://agriculturallandstewardship.water.ca.gov/
Central Valley Flood Protection Plan:
http://www.water.ca.gov/floodsafe/fessro/docs/flood_tab_cvfpp.pdf
Disadvantaged Communities Mapping Tool:
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/grants/resources_dac.cfm
Delta Protection Commission
Delta Protection Commission – Land Use and Resource Management Plan:
https://www.delta.ca.gov/land_use/land_use_plan/
Delta Protection Commission – Economic Sustainability Plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
(2012): http://www.delta.ca.gov/regional_economy/economic_sustainability/
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Recovery Plans:
http://www.westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov/protected_species/salmon_steelhead/recovery_planning_and
_implementation/
Natural Resources Agency
Proposition 1: http://bondaccountability.resources.ca.gov/p1.aspx;
http://bondaccountability.resources.ca.gov/PDF/Prop1/PROPOSITION_1_text.pdf
California Water Action Plan: http://resources.ca.gov/california_water_action_plan/
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
Delta Conservancy’s Enabling Legislation: http://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/legislation/.
Strategic Plan. Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy (2017-2022):
http://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/strategic-plan/
San Francisco Estuary Institute
California Aquatic Resources Inventory: www.sfei.org/it/gis/cari
California Rapid Assessment Method: www.cramwetlands.org
Delta Landscapes Project: http://www.sfei.org/projects/delta-landscapes-project#sthash.Ci0ssN4g.dpbs
Delta Renewed: http://www.sfei.org/documents/delta-renewed-guide-science-based-ecological-
restoration-sacramento-san-joaquin-delta
Delta Transformed: http://ebooks.sfei.org/DeltaLandscapes/#page/1
EcoAtlas: www.ecoatlas.org
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Historical Ecology Investigation: Exploring Pattern and Process:
http://www.sfei.org/documents/sacramento-san-joaquin-delta-historical-ecology-investigation-
exploring-pattern-and-proces
State Water Resources Control Board
Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program:
http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/quality_assurance/comparability.shtml.
California Environmental Data Exchange Network: http://www.ceden.org
Yolo County
Yolo County Agricultural Economic Development Fund. Consero Solutions (2014):
http://www.yolocounty.org/home/showdocument?id=26874
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Appendix C: Program Requirements Checklist
The checklist below is included to assist applicants in identifying and planning for the numerous requirements necessary for a successful
proposal.
Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
SUMMARY INFORMATION
Organizational
Documents
Non-profits,
tribes, or mutual
water companies
None Submit supplementary material required
by organization type
None
Authorization to
Apply
All applicants None Submit documentation (resolution or
letter)
None
Verification of
project’s public
benefit
Public utilities and
mutual water
companies
None Verify project’s clear and definite public
purpose and benefits to customers (not
the investors)
None
Financial
Management
Systems
Questionnaire and
Cost Allocation Plan
All applicants None Submit attachment and additional
required documents
None
Additional
requirements if
outside the Delta or
Suisun Marsh
Projects located
outside the Legal
Delta or Suisun
Marsh
None Describe how the project:
• Implements the ecosystem goals of
the Delta Plan
• Is consistent with the requirements
of any applicable State and federal
permits
• Will provide significant benefits to
the Delta
None
Disadvantaged
Communities
All applicants None Identify disadvantaged communities
within three distances from the project
site
None
Special Districts
All applicants None Identify relevant districts None
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
Water use for project All Category 2
implementation
projects (if water
use required to
implement)
None Include:
• Water rights statement or
application number
• Identity of water rights holder
• Narrative statement of water use
and sufficiency
Noted in land tenure
agreement (if grantee is
not landowner and
landowner is water rights
holder)
Submit a written
statement from the
water right holder
verifying right and
obligation to deliver
water to the project (if
neither the grantee nor
the landowner is the
water right holder)
Water rights for
project
Any Category 2
implementation
projects that
requires change in
water rights
None • Demonstrate understanding of
SWRCB process requirements
• Include in tasks and budget
California
Conservation Corps
(CCC) consultation
All non-
acquisition
Category 2
implementation
projects
None • Submit consultation form
• Include CCC in tasks and budget (if
CCC can be used)
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Conflict of interest All applicants • Identify parties
involved
• Contact
Conservancy staff
if applicant has a
current contract
with the
Conservancy
Identify applicant team members,
subcontractors, and others involved in
proposal development
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY
Project description All applicants Describe:
• Need for project
• Goals and
objectives
• General task list
and work
products or
deliverables
Describe:
• Need for project
• Goals and objectives
• Tasks and timeline
• Submit Schedule & List of
Deliverables
Organizational
capacity
All applicants Describe experience
and qualifications of
parties
Describe experience and qualifications
of parties
Map of project site All applicants Submit project map Submit:
• Project map
• Project location (kmz or shapefile)
• Topographic map (optional)
• Photos (optional)
• Site plan (optional)
Include polygon in
EcoAtlas Project Tracker
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
Specific
requirements for
acquisitions
All acquisition
Category 2
implementation
projects
Describe how project
will address factors in
enabling legislation.
• Describe how project will address
factors in enabling legislation.
• Acquisitions Table attachment
• Copy of Purchase & Sale/Option
Agreement, or Willing Seller
Letter(s)
• Appraisal or Estimation of Fair
Market Value
• Map showing lands to be acquired,
including parcel lines & numbers
Note:
• All other line item costs cannot
exceed 10% of total land acquisition
cost requested from the
Conservancy
Submit materials
required by acquisitions
checklist
BUDGET DETAILS
Funding Request and
Budget
All applicants • Describe budget
• Submit Concept
Proposal budget
table
• Budget narrative
Submit the following:
• Budget Breakdown by Task
• Line Item Budget
• Subcontractor Line Item (if
applicable)
• Funding by Source
Note:
• Budget tables must demonstrate
how grant management and
reporting costs will be funded
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
Cost share All applicants with
cost share
Include in budget
tables and description
• Include in budget tables and
narrative
• Submit commitment letters with
specific dollar amounts of secured
funding to receive points.
STATE PRIORITIES / PROJECT BENEFITS
Alignment with State
Priorities
All applicants Describe alignment
with State priorities
Describe alignment with State priorities None
Long-Term
Management and
Maintenance
Category 1
projects
None • Describe efforts to develop
approach
Long-Term
Management and
Maintenance
Category 2
projects
None • Identify risks and describe long-term
management and maintenance
• Noted in land tenure
agreement (if
applicant is not
landowner)
READINESS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE
Readiness All applicants Describe readiness to
proceed including
status of CEQA and
permitting
Describe in more detail the readiness to
proceed including status of CEQA and
permitting
CEQA All Category 2
implementation
projects that are
“projects” under
CEQA
• Identify CEQA lead
agency
• Describe status of
CEQA process
Prior to awarding funds, submit:
• CEQA documents
• Lead agency resolution
• CDFW filing fee receipt
• Certification of
grantee responsibility
to comply with all
federal, state, and
local laws that apply
to the project.
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
Environmental
compliance
All Category 2
implementation
projects (as
applicable)
Identify permits that
will be required (as
applicable) and their
status
• Identify permits that will be
required (as applicable) and their
status.
• Submit copies of permits (as
complete and applicable)
• Prior to construction,
submit copies of
permits (as
applicable)
• Certification of
grantee responsibility
to comply with all
federal, state, and
local laws that apply
to the project.
Delta Plan Covered
Actions
All Category 2
implementation
projects that are
not covered
actions
None • Submit Delta Plan Consistency
Covered Action Checklist
• Describe rationale
Delta Plan
Consistency
All Category 2
implementation
projects that are
covered actions
None • Submit Delta Plan Consistency
Covered Action Checklist
• Describe status and approach to
ensuring consistency
Prior to construction,
complete Delta Plan
consistency certification
Site access to
implement project
Category 1
planning projects
(as applicable)
None • Identify landowner type and need
for site control
• Identify status of agreements
• Include in tasks and budget
Site access agreement in
place prior to funds being
dispersed
Site Control / Land
Tenure (15 years)
All non-
acquisition
Category 2
implementation
projects (if not
landowner)
None • Identify landowner type and need
for site control
• Identify status of agreements
• Include in tasks and budget
Prior to funds being
dispersed, recorded land
tenure agreement with
legal description of the
property
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Requirement Required of Expectation for
Concept Proposal
Expectation for
Full Proposal
Additional Expectation
for Grant Agreement
LOCAL SUPPORT
Local support All applicants Describe support and
approach towards
affected parties
• Describe support and approach
towards affected parties
• Submit letters of support
• Submit County Board of Supervisors
resolution
None
SCIENTIFIC MERIT AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES
Scientific Merit All applicants Describe:
• Scientific basis
• Use of best
available science
• Application of
adaptive
management
• Climate change
considerations
Describe in more detail:
• Scientific basis and use of best
available science
• Application of adaptive
management
• Climate change considerations
None
Performance
monitoring and
assessment
All Category 2
implementation
projects
• Describe
performance
monitoring and
assessment
approach
• Submit
Performance
Measures Table
• More detailed description of
monitoring and assessment
approach
• Submit Performance Measures
Table
• Submit Ecosystem and Land Use
Types Table
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS NOT SPECIFICALLY NOTED IN FULL APPLICATION
Signage All Category 2
implementation
projects
None None Signage required as
condition of agreement
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Appendix D: Ecosystem and Land Use Types
All projects as applicable will be required to define their outputs in terms of the ecosystem and land use
types in the table below.
Primary Ecosystem/Land Use Types Units Ecosystem/Land Use Type Definition4
Upland / terrestrial acres Vegetated areas not adjacent to open water.
Grassland acres Low herbaceous communities occupying well-drained
soils and composed of native forbs and annual and
perennial grasses and usually devoid of trees. Few to no
vernal pools present.
Oak woodland/savanna acres Oak dominated communities with sparse to dense cover
(10-65% cover) and an herbaceous understory.
Stabilized interior dune vegetation acres Vegetation dominated by shrub species with some
locations also supporting live oaks on the more
stabilized dunes with more well-developed soil profiles.
Agriculture - high intensity acres Active agricultural lands in crops such as fruit or nut
orchards and/or vineyards.
Agriculture - low intensity acres Active agricultural lands in crops such as row crops, rice
fields, alfalfa or pasture.
Ruderal / non-native acres Areas dominated by disturbed ground or non-native
vegetation.
Riparian acres Vegetated areas adjacent to tidal or fluvial channels.
Valley foothill riparian acres Mature riparian forest usually associated with a dense
understory and mixed canopy, including sycamore,
oaks, willows, and other trees. Historically occupied the
supratidal natural levees of larger rivers that were
occasionally flooded.
Willow riparian scrub-shrub acres Riparian vegetation dominated by woody scrub or
shrubs with few to no tall trees. This ecosystem type
generally occupies long, relatively narrow corridors of
lower natural levees along rivers and streams.
Willow thicket acres Perennially wet, dominated by woody vegetation (e.g.,
willows). Emergent vegetation may be a significant
component. Generally located at the “sinks” of major
creeks or rivers as they exit alluvial fans into the valley
floor.
4 These types are predominately from San Francisco Estuary Institute’s Delta Transformed (SFEI-ASC, 2014; page
18). The report includes representative photographs for most types (page 19) and includes a map of recent
locations where these types occur in the primary Delta (pages vi, vii, and 25).
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Primary Ecosystem/Land Use Types Units Ecosystem/Land Use Type Definition5
Perennial Wetland acres Areas dominated by emergent vegetation with
perennial flooding and/or permanent saturation.
Freshwater emergent
wetland/marsh - tidal
acres Perennially wet, high water table, dominated by
emergent vegetation. Woody vegetation (e.g., willows)
may be a significant component for some areas,
particularly the western-central Delta. Wetted or
inundated by spring tides at low river stages
(approximating high tide levels).
Freshwater emergent
wetland/marsh - non-tidal
acres Temporarily to permanently flooded, permanently
saturated, freshwater non-tidal wetlands dominated by
emergent vegetation. In the Delta, occupy upstream
floodplain positions above tidal influence.
Saline emergent wetland 6 acres Salt or brackish marshes consisting mostly of perennial
vegetation (such as pickleweed, cordgrass, and tules)
along with algal mats 7. Occurs in upper intertidal zone
above intertidal sand and mud flats and below upland
communities not subject to tidal action. Located along
the margins of bays, lagoons, and estuaries sheltered
from excessive wave action.
Seasonal Wetland acres Areas dominated by emergent vegetation with
seasonal flooding.
Vernal pool complex acres Area of seasonally flooded depressions, characterized
by a relatively impermeable subsurface soil layer and
distinctive vernal pool flora. These often comprise the
upland edge of perennial wetlands.
Alkali seasonal wetland complex acres Temporarily or seasonally flooded, herbaceous or scrub
communities characterized by poorly-drained, clay-rich
soils with a high residual salt content. These often
comprise the upland edge of perennial wetlands.
Wet meadow and seasonal
wetland
acres Temporarily or seasonally flooded, herbaceous
communities characterized by poorly-drained, clay-rich
soils. These often comprise the upland edge of
perennial wetlands.
Managed wetland acres Areas that are intentionally flooded and managed
during specific seasonal periods, often for recreational
uses (such as duck clubs) or to reverse subsidence.
5 These types are predominately from San Francisco Estuary Institute’s Delta Transformed (SFEI-ASC, 2014; page
18). The report includes representative photographs for most types (page 19) and includes a map of recent
locations where these types occur in the primary Delta (pages vi, vii, and 25).
6 Saline emergent wetland type was added to be comprehensive for projects occurring in Suisun Marsh.
7 Definition derived from California Wildlife Habitat Relationships (CWHR,
https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=67392&inline). CWHR-CalVeg cross-walk
(https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=65861&inline).
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Primary Ecosystem/Land Use Types Units Ecosystem/Land Use Type Definition 8
Open water acres/linear
feet
Aquatic areas not dominated by emergent
vegetation.
Fluvial low order channel
linear feet
Distributaries, over flow channels, side channels,
swales. No influence of tides. These occupy non-
tidal floodplain environments or upland alluvial
fans.
Fluvial mainstem channel linear feet Rivers or major creeks with no influence of tides.
Freshwater pond / lake acres Permanently flooded depressions, largely devoid of
emergent Palustrine vegetation. These occupy the
lowest-elevation positions within wetlands.
Flooded island acres Subsided islands with remnant levees that have
been permanently flooded and are exposed to
tidal action.
Freshwater intermittent pond or
lake
acres Seasonally or temporarily flooded depressions,
largely devoid of emergent Palustrine vegetation.
These are most frequently found in vernal pool
complexes at the Delta margins and also in the
non-tidal floodplain environments.
Tidal mainstem channel 9 linear feet Rivers, major creeks, or major sloughs where water
is understood to have ebb and flow in the channel
at times of low river flow. These channels are of
high order with large contributing watersheds or
are subtidal sloughs that delineate the islands of
the Delta.
Tidal low order channel 10 linear feet Dendritic tidal channels (i.e., dead-end channels
terminating within wetlands) where tides ebb and
flow within the channel at times of low river flow.
Tidal low order channels are usually first or second
order channels and occur within tidal (freshwater
or saline emergent) wetlands. Exceptions include
the headward reaches of tidal channels that
intersect non-tidal uplands.
8 These types are predominately from San Francisco Estuary Institute’s Delta Transformed (SFEI-ASC, 2014; page
18). The report includes representative photographs for most types (page 19) and includes a map of recent
locations where these types occur in the primary Delta (pages vi, vii, and 25).
9 Additional description of tidal mainstem channel included from SFEI’s Historical Ecology Report (SFEI, 2012; page
34).
10 Additional description of tidal low order channel included from SFEI’s Historical Ecology Report (SFEI, 2012; page
34).
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Overlapping Ecosystem Features
There are several ecosystem features that may overlap multiple primary ecosystem and land use types
described above, including floodplains, shaded riverine aquatic, and transition zones. As described in
San Francisco Estuary Institute’s Delta Renewed (SFEI-ASC, 2016), these features are important in
restoring the processes that will create dynamic, resilient ecosystems. Further details and definitions are
included below. For seasonal floodplains, applicants will be asked to identify the quarters of the year
during which flooding is predicted (December-February, March-May, June-August, September-
November).
OVERLAPPING
ECOSYSTEM
FEATURES
Units Definitions
Floodplain 11 acres The area at low to mid elevations adjacent to and transitioning between
fluvial, or riverine, and tidal areas, that is subject to flooding during
periods of high discharge.
Floodplain –
Seasonal,
Short-Term
acres Short-term fluvial inundation
• intermediate recurrence (~10 events per year)
• low duration (days to weeks per event)
• generally shallower than seasonal long-duration flooding
Floodplain -
Seasonal, Long
Duration
acres Prolonged inundation from river over flow into flood basins
• low recurrence (~1 event per year)
• high duration (persists up to 6 month)
• generally deeper than seasonal short-term flooding
Floodplain -
Tidal
Inundation
acres Diurnal over flow of tidal sloughs into marshes
• high recurrence (twice daily)
• low duration (<6 hrs per event)
• low depth (“wetted” up to 0.5 m)
Floodplain -
Ponds, Lakes,
Channels, &
Flooded Islands
acres Perennial open water features (with the exception of historical
intermittent ponds and streams)
• recurrence not applicable (generally perennial features)
• high duration (generally perennial features)
• variable depth
11 These floodplain types are from San Francisco Estuary Institute’s Delta Transformed (SFEI-ASC, 2014; pages 38-
41). The report includes a map of recent locations where these types occur in the Delta (page 39).
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OVERLAPPING
ECOSYSTEM
FEATURES
Units Definitions
Transitional
Zones
Linear
feet
Shaded riverine
aquatic 12
Linear
feet
This feature of open water ecosystem type is the unique, near-shore
aquatic area occurring at the interconnection between river channels and
levees/banks. The greatest characteristic, and the one most commonly
measured, is the presence of woody shoreline vegetation overhanging the
water and creating shade. Other characteristics, which may or may not be
present, but which nearly always increase habitat values include the
following:
• Live or dead woody vegetation protruding into the water
• Leaves, twigs, or other dying or dead plant material accumulation
• Naturally eroding banks
Seasonally and tidally inundated areas are not included as open water in
this evaluation.
Wetland-
terrestrial
transition
zone 13
Linear
feet
The area of interactions between adjacent wetland/marsh and terrestrial
processes that result in mosaics of habitat types, assemblages of plant and
animal species, and sets of ecosystem services that are distinct from those
of the adjoining wetland/marsh or terrestrial ecosystems. “Wetland/marsh”
includes both tidal and non-tidal freshwater emergent wetland.
“Terrestrial” include oak woodlands/savanna, seasonal wetlands, and
riparian types, among others (i.e. everything other than wetland/marsh,
open water, agricultural, ruderal/non-native).
12 The shaded riverine aquatic definition is from Department of Water Resources’ Delta Levees Significant Habitat
Types. This type is also referenced in the Delta Stewardship Council’s white paper on “Improving Habitats Along
Delta Levees” (DSC, 2016). 13 The wetland-terrestrial transition zone definition is from SFEI’s Delta Renewed (SFEI, 2016; page 66).
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Appendix E: Land Acquisition Checklist
Checklist for Conservation Easement or Fee Title Proposals
I. Information Submitted with Application
A table including: parcel numbers, acreage, willing seller name and address, breakdown
of how the funds will be budgeted, and an acquisition schedule
Copy of Purchase and Sale or Option Agreement, or Willing Seller Letter(s)
Appraisal or Estimation of Fair Market Value
Map showing lands that will be acquired, including parcel lines and numbers
II. Information Required Prior to Execution of Grant Agreement
Grantee Board resolution for Grant Authority that certifies:
i. Signatory has authority
ii. Acceptance of grant
iii. Acceptance of property interest
III. Information Required as a Condition of the Grant Agreement
Purchase and Sale or Option Agreement, if not provided at application stage
Appraisal that has been reviewed and approved by the Department of General Services
(DGS)
DGS APPRAISAL GUIDELINES
Assessment of State Land Commission holdings, if applicable
Preliminary Title Report
Analysis of mineral rights issues, if applicable
Environmental documentation/hazardous materials assessment
Draft grant deed or conservation easement
Copies of any instruments that create a covenant, obligation, or restriction affecting the
property to be acquired
Stewardship plan:
i. Management Plan for fee title
ii. Easement Monitoring Plan for conservation easements
Plan for signs
IV. Information Required Prior to Transfer of Funds into Escrow
Disbursement request with an original signature of Grantee’s authorized signatory and
the following information/attachments:
i. Name and address of grantee
ii. Agreement number
iii. Dollar amount requested
iv. Statement of other funds that have been or will be deposited into escrow prior
to or at the time of deposit of Conservancy’s grant funds
v. Anticipated date of escrow close
vi. This checklist, indicating that all prerequisites for transfer of funds into escrow
have been met
vii. Buyer’s closing statement
viii. Baseline conditions report
ix. Original, certified copy of the fully-executed grant deed of conservation
easement certified by the escrow offer holding the document
x. Escrow instructions:
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1. Title company (or escrow holder) name, address, and telephone number
2. Escrow officer
3. Escrow account number
Payee Data Record (STD 204) for the title company (which completes and signs); must
include address to send escrow payment
V. Information Required After Close of Escrow
Final title policy
Final recorded deed or conservation easement
Notice of recorded grant agreement (unless expressly referenced in recorded deed or
easement)
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Appendix F: State Auditing Requirements
The list below details the documents or records that State Auditors may need to review in the event of a
grant agreement being audited. This list may not be inclusive. Grant recipients should ensure that such
records are maintained for each State funded project. For additional details including specific audit tasks
performed during a bond audit, see the California Department of Finance Bond Accountability and
Audits Guide and the Bond Audit Bulletins (www.dof.ca.gov/osae/prior_bond_audits/).
State Audit Document Requirements
Internal Controls:
1. Organization chart (e.g. Grant recipient's overall organization chart and organization chart for
the State funded project).
2. Written internal procedures and flowcharts for the following:
a. Receipts and deposits
b. Disbursements
c. State reimbursement requests
d. State funding expenditure tracking
e. Guidelines, policies, and procedures on State funded project
3. Audit reports of the Grant recipient's internal control structure and financial statements within
the last two years.
4. Prior audit reports on State funded projects.
State Funding:
1. Original grant agreement, any amendment(s) and budget modification documents.
2. A list of all bond-funded grants, loans or subventions received from the State.
3. A list of all other funding sources for each project.
Agreements:
1. All subcontractor and consultant contracts and related documents, if applicable.
2. Agreements between the grant recipient, member agencies, and project partners as related to
the State funded project.
Invoices:
1. Invoices from vendors and subcontractors for expenditures submitted to the State for payments
under the grant agreement.
2. Documentation linking subcontractor invoices to State reimbursement requests and related
grant agreement budget line items.
3. Reimbursement requests submitted to the State for the grant agreement.
Cash Documents:
1. Receipts (copies of warrants) showing payments received from the State.
2. Deposit slips or bank statements showing deposit of the payments received from the State.
3. Cancelled checks or disbursement documents showing payments made to vendors,
subcontractors, consultants, or agents under the grant agreement.
Accounting Records:
1. Ledgers showing receipts and cash disbursement entries for State funding.
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2. Ledgers showing receipts and cash disbursement entries of other funding sources.
3. Bridging documents that tie the general ledger to reimbursement requests submitted to the
State for the grant agreement.
Indirect Costs:
1. Supporting documents showing the calculation of indirect costs.
Personnel:
2. List of all contractors and grant recipient staff that worked on the State funded project.
3. Payroll records including timesheets for contractor staff and the grant recipient's.
Project Files:
1. All supporting documentation maintained in the files.
2. All grant agreement related correspondence.
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Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
Proposition 1 Grant Concept Proposal
August 31, 2017
Project Name: Bay Point Restoration Project
Project Location: The project is located at Bay Point Regional Shoreline in the
unincorporated community of Bay Point in northern Contra Costa
County, California.
Project Category: Category 2 Implementation Project
Programmatic Focal Area: Ecosystem Protection, Restoration and Enhancement
Grant Funding Term: September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2021
Organizational Name/Type: East Bay Regional Park District, a California special district
Primary Contact Name: Tiffany Margulici, Grants Manager
East Bay Regional Park District
2950 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 544-2204
tmargulici@ebparks.org
Federal Tax ID: 94-6000591
Bay Point Wetlands, Contra Costa County
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Existing Conditions
Proposed Project
Tidal Marsh
Transition Zone
Upland
Tidal Emergent Wetlands
Former sand dredge operation.
levees, higher ground on sand fill
Tidal Breach
Vicinity Map
Suisun Bay
Suisun Bay
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Concept Proposal Narrative
1. Project Description and Organizational Capacity
Need for the Project: The Project Area is marginal quality seasonal wetlands, brackish tidal marsh and
uplands. Approximately 27 acres of this area is diked marshland historically used for dredged sand
processing. Wildlife habitat has been degraded by imported fill and industrial use. The Project Area is
hydrologically disconnected from adjacent high value tidal marsh that provides high quality habitat
endangered salt marsh harvest mouse and Ridgeways rail, waterfowl, shorebirds, passerine birds,
mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. Sea level rise projections show that adjacent high
marsh and transition habitat will be lost if no action is taken. The project presents a unique opportunity
to offset these impacts by restoring hydrologic connectivity and designing for future transition zones and
high marsh habitats.
Goals and Objectives: The project has four restoration goals and related objectives for restoring and
enhancing wetlands and uplands, providing wildlife habitat and adapting to sea level rise. Proposed
performance measures describing objectives, outcomes, outputs and completion dates are included in
the attached supplementary “Concept Proposal Performance Measures” table.
Goal #1: Restore Wetlands. The project will restore and enhance approximately 17.9 acres of
wetlands and special aquatic sites. This consists of approximately 16.0 acres of tidal marsh and
channel, 1.6 acres of tidal panne and 0.3 acres of seasonal wetland.
Goal #2: Enhance Uplands. Establish approximately 11.1 acres of coastal grassland and coastal
scrub by recontouring upland areas and planting with native vegetation.
Goal #3: Enhance Wildlife Habitats. Restore approximately 29 acres of wildlife habitat in wetlands,
uplands and transitional areas. Restored tidal wetlands will provide new habitat for several special-
status species, including California black rail, Ridgeways rail, Suisun song sparrow, tricolored
blackbird, salt marsh common yellowthroat, salt marsh harvest mouse, Suisun shrew and several
Delta fish species. Restored seasonal wetlands will benefit waterfowl and shorebirds. Restored
uplands will provide habitat for loggerhead shrike and raptors such as white‐tailed kite, northern
harrier and burrowing owl.
Goal #4: Adapt to Sea Level Rise. The project will be designed to provide long term value for key
species by taking an adaptive retreat approach to sea level rise. Habitat design will ensure a mix of
diverse habitat types, including transition zone and high marsh, to help offset sea level rise impacts.
The plan will be self‐sustaining with tidal channels and other marsh features maintained passively
through tidal exchange and seasonal inundation.
General Tasks and Deliverables: The Bay Point project will design and construct habitat improvements in
a 57-acre project area. Several tasks are required to complete the project. These are described along
with a deliverable date or metric for each task.
Draft and final construction plans, specifications and estimates. Draft plans are complete and
final plans are being developed – Metric: Project Engineer’s approval by winter 2018.
Permit applications to federal, State and local agencies, including the US Army Corps of
Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, San Francisco Bay
Conservation and Development Commission, San Francisco Regional Water Quality Control
Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Contra Costa County. All permit
applications have been submitted – Metric: Permit approvals by 2018.
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Competitive bidding and bid award – Metric: EBRPD Board of Directors approval by 2019.
Project construction and management, as built plans -– Metric: EBRPD project acceptance and
contract closeout by 2020.
Processing and payment of contractor invoices – Metric: Payment within 30-days through life of
construction contracts.
Monitoring and reporting on grant and permit requirements - Metric: Meets required submission
dates through life of grant contract.
Long-term maintenance. Anticipated to be conducted for at least five years and potentially ten
to meet permit requirements and implement adaptive management actions – Metric: Regulatory
sign-off as complete.
Experience and Qualifications: The East Bay Regional Park was established in 1934 as a California special
district. It currently operates and manages over 120,000 acres of land in 65 regional parks. The Park
District has approximately 805 employees, including planners, project managers, biologists and rangers
that will be involved in the day to day management of the completed project. The project team also
includes several scientists and engineers from Environmental Science Associates (ESA) and the project
area is currently being managed by Habitat Restoration Sciences, Inc. for invasive non-native weeds in
advance of restoration work.
Over the past twenty years the Park District has performed more than thirty restoration and
enhancement projects within several of its parks. Most recently this has included the Dotson Family
Marsh at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline in Richmond, and Albany Beach and Berkeley Meadow at
McLaughlin Eastshore State Park in Berkeley and Albany.
Mr. Chris Barton is the project manager for the Bay Point Project. Mr. Barton has been at the Park
District for 10+ years and has managed more than a dozen restoration projects, including Dotson Family
(Breuner) Marsh in Richmond, Berkeley Meadow and Albany Beach. He is currently developing a
riparian and wetland restoration project at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont and a beach/dune
restoration project in Albany. Chris is the Park District lead in the planning and implementation of the
East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan.
2. Funding Request and Budget
The $2,920,000 Delta Conservancy Prop 1 Grant would fully fund the project, which has an estimated
total cost of $4,705,000. Cost estimate encompasses all hard and soft costs including 10-years of
maintenance and monitoring which will be funded by EBRPD Measure WW Bonds.
Project has $1,200,000 in local and federal cost share funds:
$450,000 Contra Costa County
$750,000 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership/Land and Water Conservation Fund
Project leverages $270,000 in other state funds:
$70,000 Housing Related Parks Project State Grant
$200,000 California State Parks Habitat Conservation Fund Grant
Of the $2,920,000 Delta Conservancy Prop 1 request, $90,000 is requested for staff time (project
management, design review and regulatory agency coordination and permit submission). $2,740,000 is
requested for subcontractors (including design, engineering, permitting, construction contract,
construction management, design support during construction, biological monitoring and environmental
compliance). In addition, $90,000 is requested for Year 1 and 2 of maintenance and monitoring (also in
the subcontractor category).
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Years 3-7 of maintenance and monitoring would be funded by $315,000 in EBRPD Measure WW Bonds.
While not included in either cost share or leveraging, it is important to note that this funds are available
to ensure the long-term success of the project.
The District has Grants Department with a full-time Grants Manager, Administrative Analyst and
Account Clerk who are exclusively dedicated to grant management, grant compliance, invoicing and
grant reporting. These positions are part of the District’s General Fund budget.
3. State Priorities and Project Benefits
The project supports and is consistent with several statewide plans, policies and programs.
Proposition 1: The project supports many of the Proposition 1 goals, including the following:
Protect and restore aquatic, wetland and
migratory bird ecosystems including fish and
wildlife corridors and the acquisition of water
rights for in‐stream flow.
Protect and restore coastal watersheds
including but not limited to, bays, marine
estuaries and near shore ecosystems.
Reduce pollution or contamination of rivers,
lakes, streams or coastal waters, prevent and
remediate mercury contamination from
legacy mines, and protect or restore natural
system functions that contribute to water
supply, water quality or flood management.
Assist in the recovery of endangered,
threatened or migratory species by improving
watershed health, instream flows, fish passage,
coastal or inland wetland restoration or other
means, such as natural community conservation
plan and habitat conservation plan
implementation.
California Water Action Plan: The project will promote and implement the Restoration and Resilience goals
of the Plan. The project will also work towards:
Action #3 - “Achieve the Co‐Equal Goals for
the Delta” by protecting, restoring and
enhancing the Delta ecosystem.
Action #4 “Protect and Restore Important
Ecosystems” by restoring coastal wetlands.
Conservancy’s Enabling Legislation: The project is consistent with the Conservancy’s enabling legislation.
It implements ecosystem restoration in the Delta and advances environmental protection and the
economic well-being of delta residents in that it
Protects, enhances and restores
habitat (PRC §32322(b)(1));
Protects, conserves and restores the region’s living
resources (PRC §32322(b)(9)) via climate change
adapted design to provide habitat for special status
species in areas projected to be lost by year 2050;
Provides increased opportunities for
recreation in the Delta (PRC
§32322(b)(3)) by improving physical
and visual public access to the Delta
(trails and overlooks);
Facilitates the promotion of environmental education
(PRC §32322(b)(12)) to nearby severely disadvantaged
and open space deprived community by providing
EBRPD’s naturalists a real time classroom to teach about
climate change, ecology and habitat restoration science
in the context of the Bay/Delta ecosystem.
Protects and improves water quality
(PRC §32322(b)(6)) by increasing the
amount of bayland and tidal
channels;
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Conservancy’s 2017 Strategic Plan: The draft plan identifies three broad goals. Goal #2, Ecosystem
Vitality, establishes several plan objectives, including:
Objective 1 - Protect, restore or enhance
habitat and improve water quality through
implementation of grant-funded projects.
Objective 9 - Seek funding and project
development resources for high priority
restoration projects identified through regional
planning efforts.
Objective 8 - Fund Proposition 1-eligible
projects that provide ecological, watershed,
and/or water quality benefits.
Delta Plan: Strategy 4.2 Restore Habitat of the Delta Plan includes restoring habitats at appropriate
elevations, restoring habitat that support food webs and provide habitat for native species. The project
will restore 17 acres of tidal wetlands, 4 acres of seasonal wetlands, 10 acres of coastal prairie and use
the adaptive retreat approach to sea level rise.
Recovery Plans: Salt Marsh Harvest Mouse and California Clapper Rail (Ridgeway’s rail) USFWS, 1984;
and USFWS Tidal Marsh Ecosystem Recovery Plan, 2015 http://www.fws.gov/sacramento/ es/Recovery‐
Planning/Tidal‐Marsh/es_recovery_tidal‐marsh‐recovery.htm
San Francisco Estuary Partnership Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan -
Protect, restore, and enhance ecological conditions and processes that support self-sustaining
natural communities.
Eliminate or reduce threats to natural communities.
Increase resilience of communities at risk from climate change impacts while promoting and
protecting natural resources.
Promote integrated, coordinated, multi-benefit approaches to increasing resiliency.
Reduce contaminants entering the system and improve water quality.
Bay Area Integrated Regional Water Management Plan -
Protect and Improve Watershed Health, Function and Bay Water Quality.
Create, Protect, Enhance and Maintain Environmental Resources and Habitats.
Baylands Ecosystem Habitat Goals -
Restore tidal marsh in diked and muted tidal areas.
Enhance and restore tidal marsh transitions and protective buffers.
Contain or eliminate populations of perennial pepperweed.
Prevent spread of invasive species coincident with marsh migration.
4. Readiness
Habitat restoration design and CEQA is complete. All of the project permit applications are complete
and have been submitted for processing. The project design has advanced to 60% and permits and final
bid package should be completed by April of 2018. The project is included in the Park District’s capital
improvement program and is positioned to go out to bid for the 2018 or 2019 construction season
depending on the availability of funding.
5. Local Support
The District has a well-developed system for communicating with its constituency. Regular project
updates are posted on its website, notices and project fact sheets are provided at park entrances. Staff
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regularly communicates with elected officials, community leaders and environmental advocates, conducts
press releases and interviews, supports community events and conducts interpretive and recreation
programs at Bay Point Regional Shoreline to increase awareness about the delta habitat and restoration
needs at this unique location.
The land use planning process completed in 2001 engaged residents of the target neighborhoods in the
project’s development and included several community meetings. Community engagement and support
of the project has been strong and ongoing. Additional public meetings and presentations to
stakeholders have been made in the past year to keep interested parties up to date on progress EBRPD
has made towards implementing the restoration and public access portions of the 2001 development
plan.
Multiple levels of government are engaged and supportive of the project including the San Francisco Bay
Joint Venture, Contra Costa County, the State Lands Commission, Ambrose Park and Recreation
District, State Senator Stephen Glazer, and County Supervisor Federal Glover. Letters of support will be
included with the full application.
6. Scientific Merit
Project goals, objectives and design are grounded in the science of plans guiding ecosystem restoration
and water quality protection/improvement in the Bay/Delta, including:
San Francisco Bay Area Wetlands Ecosystem Goals Project (Goals Project 2015) in that
the Project restores wetlands and broad transition zone in a way that is resilient to sea level
rise (additional discussion below).
San Francisco Bay Plan (Bay Plan; BCDC 2012) in that the project restores wetlands,
improves shoreline public access, and includes features to increase sea-level rise
resiliency (additional discussion below).
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Recovery Plan for Tidal Marsh Ecosystems of Northern
and Central California (USFWS 2013) in that the Project restores tidal wetlands and
adjacent habitats critical to marsh-dependent special status species, as specified in the
Plan.
California State Wildlife Action Plan (CDFW 2015) in that the Project creates habitat
beneficial to special status species.
California Water Action Plan (California Natural Resources Agency et al. 2016) in that
the Project creates and enhances native species conditions in the Delta.
San Francisco Bay Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (Kennedy Jenks et al. 2013) in that
the Project implements a priority project specified in the Plan
The project implements the San Francisco Bay Goals Project (Goals Project 2015) which identifies
habitat restoration goals for San Francisco Bay as a whole, with additional specificity for the Suisun Bay
subregion, and the Contra Costa North shoreline. The Goals Report recommends restoring a large
band of tidal marsh within the southern edge of the Suisun Subregion, in large part to improve fish
habitat and productivity. For tidal marsh in Contra Costa North, the Habitat Goals Report specifically
recommends: restoring tidal marsh in diked and muted tidal marsh areas to create a tidal marsh
corridor along the shore; improving water management to enhance diked wetlands where tidal marsh
cannot be restored; including broad transition zones with diverse plant communities between marshes
and adjacent uplands; and creating terrestrial buffers along this corridor to protect baylands habitats and
wildlife from disturbance.
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Bay Point Regional Shoreline is located within the region of the Bay-Delta that has been
designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service as
Critical Habitat and Essential Fish Habitat for a number of special-status fish species, including
delta smelt, winter-, spring-, fall-, and late fall-run Chinook salmon; steelhead, green sturgeon,
northern anchovy, Pacific sardine, and starry flounder (USFWS, 2013). In addition, the Suisun Bay area –
which includes the area adjacent to Bay Point – is the focus of efforts by resource and regulatory
agencies to improve fisheries. This includes managing freshwater outflows from Central Valley rivers and
the Delta to position the low salinity mixing zone in Suisun Bay to maximize food web productivity and
improve rearing habitat functions for fish (USBR, 2013). With these regional planning considerations in
mind, Bay Point is in a good location to benefit multiple special-status fish species and tidal marsh
restoration at Bay Point fits well with these regional efforts to improve the aquatic ecosystem and aid in
the recovery of Bay-Delta fisheries (ESA, 2017).
The Bay Point Project was planned and designed using current science by Environmental Science
Associates under the direction of Michelle Orr (ESA 2017). Channel hydrology, sea level rise and
sediment supply were key considerations in designing a resilient project that will not require dredging,
but that will accrete sediment on the marsh plain to keep pace with sea level rise (Orr, 2012; Williams,
2002; NOAA CO-OPS, 2010).
The project uses a 30-year planning horizon, designing the restoration features to be resilient to a sea-
level rise of 24 inches of sea level rise. The selected sea-level rise scenario is representative of the high
estimate recommended in California State guidance (NRC 2012) and is consistent with scenarios in the
BCDC Contra Costa County “Adapting to Rising Tides” Project (Contra Costa County Public Works,
2016).
The project follows the 3 phase 9 step adaptive management framework adopted by the Delta
Stewardship Council. Phases 1 (Plan) is supported by and formulated with the conclusions, findings and
recommendations of existing publications (see literature cited). Phase 2 (Do) is based on field work and
site evaluation conducted by the project team to identify implementation opportunities and constraints
and determine appropriate actions to include in the project scope (ESA, 2017). Phase 3 (evaluate and
respond) is tied to EBRPD’s long term program for maintenance and monitoring. Post-construction
maintenance and monitoring will occur for at least five years. A maintenance and monitoring plan will
be developed using the best available science to track and ensure project goals are achieved and the
Phase 3 (evaluate and respond) component of the adaptive management framework is implemented.
The plan will also address compliance with regulatory permit conditions.
Literature citations are included as a supplementary attachment.
Diked former sand dredging site.
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Concept Proposal Budget Table
Budget Category Projected Funding
Request Cost Share
Conservancy Cost Share
Personnel Services 90,000.00$
Operating Expense (General)
Operating Expenses (Subcontractor)2,830,000.00$ 1,200,000.00$
Operating Expenses (Equipment)
Acquisition Cost
Indirect Costs
TOTAL 2,920,000.00$ 1,200,000.00$
Instructions: Enter projected funding requests into the yellow highlighted cells in the
table below. All funding requests should be based on projected expenses that are
eligible, and must conform to the descriptions of the cost categories provided on
pages 38‐39 of the Grant Guidelines. More information about the budget and cost
share should be provided in the concept proposal narrative, as explained on page 18
of the Grant Guidelines.
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Concept Proposal Performance Measures Table PROJECT TITLE: BAY POINT RESTORATION PROJECT Objective Outcome Outputs Output Completion Dates 1. Restore and enhance approximately 17.9 acres of wetlands and special aquatic sites. (Goal #1) 1. Establish 80% vegetative cover of marsh plain. Vegetation will consist of primarily native wetland vegetation, such as pickleweed, saltgrass and sedges. 2. Provide self-scouring fully-tidal channels where neither excessive erosion or siltation occurs that might adversely affect the long term success of tidal wetland areas. 3. Limit vegetative cover of pannes to less than 20% cover by controlling vegetation with special focus on invasive non-native species. 1. Restore and enhance 16.0 acres of tidal marsh by removing imported fill and improving tidal circulation. 2. Create 1.6 acres of tidal panne in higher elevation tidal areas by elevating soil salinities to prevent vegetative growth. 3. Create 0.3 acres of seasonal wetland by removing imported fill and establishing a moisture regime that allows for seasonal ponding and/or soil saturation. 4. Reduce the extent of highly invasive species, such as perennial pepperweed, by 75% through implementation of a vegetation management plan. 2025 2025 2025 2020 2. Establish approximately 11.1 acres of coastal grassland and coastal scrub. (Goal #2) 1. Establish native plant cover on steep slopes to reduce erosion. 2. Reduce monoculture stands of invasive non-native species and increased plant diversity 1. Remove fill material that may contain soil contaminants. 2. Recontour upland areas to allow for self-sustaining, relatively weed-free vegetation. 2020 2020 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes541
Objective Outcome Outputs Output Completion Dates 3. Establish approximately 90% vegetative cover. 4. Increase connectivity between wetland and upland habitats. 3.Implement early detection and rapid response program to avoid and control weed outbreaks, placing the highest priority on those threatening to establish a monoculture. 4. Plant areas with native vegetation. This may include direct seeding or container plants. 2020 2020 3. Restore approximately 29 acres of wildlife habitat in wetlands, uplands and transitional areas. (Goal #3) 1. Tidal wetlands will provide habitat for several special-status species, including California black rail, Ridgeways rail, Suisun song sparrow, tricolored blackbird, salt marsh common yellowthroat, salt marsh harvest mouse, Suisun shrew and several Delta fish species. 2. Restored seasonal wetlands will benefit waterfowl and shorebirds. 3. Restored uplands will provide habitat for loggerhead shrike and raptors, such as white‐tailed kite, northern harrier and burrowing owl. 4. Transitional areas will provide habitat for wildlife displaced as a result of sea level rise. 1. Remove barriers to tidal circulation to allow for creation of tidal habitats. 2. Remove predator corridors by removal of levees and connection to levee corridors that extend into the existing emergent tidal marsh. 3. Remove imported fill and recontour slopes to establish natural habitat free of debris and other hazards. 4. Remove invasive non-native species to allow for establishment of native vegetation and forage for wildlife. 5. Plant native vegetation where necessary to establish cover. 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes542
Objective Outcome Outputs Output Completion Dates 4. Design project to provide long-term value for key species by taking an adaptive retreat approach to sea level rise. (Goal #4) 1. Restored habitat should remain viable for up to 24 inches of sea level rise. 1. Habitat design will ensure a mix of diverse habitat types, including transition zone and high marsh, to help offset sea level rise impacts. 2. Tidal areas and adjacent transitional areas will be contoured to allow for transgression of tidal habitat inland as sea levels rise. 3. As-built construction drawings. 4. The plan will be self‐sustaining with tidal channels and other marsh features maintained passively through tidal exchange and seasonal inundation. 2018 2020 2020 2020 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes543
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Supplementary Attachment - Literature Cited
BCDC (San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission), 2012. San Francisco
Bay Plan. Reprinted in 2012. Available online at www.bcdc.ca.gov/pdf/bayplan/bayplan.pdf
CDFW (California Department of Fish and Wildlife), 2015. California State Wildlife Action
Plan: A Conservation Legacy for Californians – 2015 Update: Volume 1 Plan Update.
Available online at https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/SWAP/Final
California Natural Resources Agency, California Department of Food & Agriculture, and
California Environmental Protection Agency, 2016. California Water Action Plan 2016.
Available online at
http://resources.ca.gov/docs/california_water_action_plan/Final_California_Water_Action_Pl
an.pdf
Contra Costa Public Works, Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation
District, and Bay Development and Conservation District, 2016. Adapting to Rising Tides
Contra Costa County Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment Final Report.
ESA, Bay Point Restoration and Public Access Plan, 2017.
Goals Project. 2015. The Baylands and Climate Change: What We Can Do. Baylands Ecosystem
Habitat Goals Science Update 2015 prepared by the San Francisco Bay Area Wetlands
Ecosystem Goals Project. California State Coastal Conservancy, Oakland, CA.
Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, ESA, Kearns & West, and Zentraal, 2013. San Francisco Bay
Integrated Regional Water Management Plan. Available at
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/grants/docs/PlanReviewProcess/San_Francisco_Bay_Area_IRWMP%20Pla
n/San%20Francisco%20Bay%20Area%20IRWMP%20Final_September%202013.pdf
NOAA CO-OPS (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Center for Operations
Oceanographic Products and Services), 2010. URL:
https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/benchmarks/9415144.html. Accessed October 2017.
NRC (National Research Council), 2012. “Sea-Level Rise for the Coasts of California, Oregon,
and Washington: Past, Present, and Future.” Prepublication. National Academy Press:
Washington, D. C.
Orr, M. and L. Sheehan, 2012. Memo to Rebecca Sloan, ICF. BDCP Tidal Habitat Evolution
Assessment. August.
USBR (U.S. Bureau of Reclamation), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of
Fish and Wildlife, 2013. Suisun Marsh Habitat Management, Preservation and Restoration
Plan. URL: https://www.usbr.gov/mp/nepa/documentShow.cfm?Doc_ID=17283
Williams, P. B., Orr, M. K. and Garrity, N. J., 2002. Hydraulic Geometry: A Geomorphic Design
Tool for Tidal Marsh Channel Evolution in Wetland Restoration Projects. Restoration
Ecology, vol. 10, pp. 577–590.
USFWS (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), 2013. Recovery Plan for Tidal Marsh Ecosystems of
Northern and Central California. Sacramento, California.
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22181 to add one (1) full-time Structural Engineer (NCSA)
(represented) position at salary plan and grade ZB5 1813 ($7,177.99 - $8,724.90) in the Department of Conservation
and Development.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No impact to County General Fund. The annual cost for this new position is approximately $165,000, of which
$60,000 represents pension costs. The Land Development Fund, Building Permit fees will cover all costs.
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Conservation and Development (“Department”) requests to add one (1) Structural Engineer to
meet the operational needs of the Department. Structural Engineers are responsible for performing professional
engineering work in checking plans, calculations and specifications for legal and technical compliance with
ordinances and building laws. Currently, the department has six (6) Structural Engineers. It is expected that the
workload of the Engineering Unit under the Building Inspection Division will increase with the building of the new
County Administration and Emergency Operation Center buildings. Additionally, there has been an increase in
private sector activity which has increased the demand for Structural Engineer services. By adding one (1) Structural
Engineer position, the department will be in a better position to meet the demands of our internal and external
customers.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Arnai Maxey
925-674-7876
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Arnai Maxey
C. 30
To:Board of Supervisors
From:John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Structural Engineer for DCD Building Inspection Division
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CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Without the additional engineering staff, the Department of Conservation and Development cannot guarantee
efficient, timely and accurate plan check service for our customers as required under the County Ordinance.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 22181_Add 1 Structural Engineer Position to DCD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22181
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POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22181
DATE 9/19/2017
Department No./
Department Conservation & Development Budget Unit No. 0280 Org No. 2661 Agency No. 38
Action Requested: Add one (1) full-time Structural Engineer (NCSA) (represented) at salary level ZB5 1813 ($7,177.99 -
$8,724.90 in the Department of Conservation and Development.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/1/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request:
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $162,352.00 Net County Cost
Total this FY $153,627.10 N.C.C. this FY
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT Land Development and Building Permit Fees
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
John Kopchik
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
BR for JE 10/10/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE 10/11/2017
Add one (1) full-time Structural Engineer (NCSA) (represented) position at salary plan and grade ZB5 1813 ($7,177 - $8,724).
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date) Mary Jane De Jesus-Saepharn 10/11/2017
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/19/2018
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources /s/ Julie DiMaggio Enea
Other: ____________________________________________ ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
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REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/19/2017 No. xxxxxx
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 548
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 549
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22167 to add one (1) Public Health Program Specialist I-Project
(VBS2) position at salary grade Z15-1602 ($5,824-$7,079) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, this action has an annual cost of approximately $139,823 with estimate pension costs of $30,160
included. The cost will be 100% funded by the Bay Area Local Health Jurisdictions Grant.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Emergency Response Unit in the Public Health Division of the Health Services Department is responsible
for regional preparedness planning, training, and medical countermeasure response activities for 12 Bay Area Local
Health Jurisdictions (LHJs). The LHJs are comprised of: Contra Costa County, San Francisco, San Benito, Monterey,
Santa Cruz, Alameda, Sonoma, Marin, San Mateo, Napa, Santa Clara and the City of Berkeley. The 12 LHJs
represent a combined population of over 8 million people.
The primary responsibility of the Public Health Program Specialist I –Project position is to ensure a strong regional
and local public health preparedness and response capability through coordination, policy and resource development.
In order to carry out this position, the incumbent must have strong interpersonal skills and solid knowledge of
administrative principles that are applicable to program assignments. A project position is generally added to help
implement a specific project for a limited duration and its term is extended on a year-to-year basis based upon
availability of grant funding.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Arlene Lozada, (925)
957-5240
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 31
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Full Time Public Health Program Specialist I –Project Position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 550
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, advancing public health emergency preparedness and response activities within the
12 LHJs will not be accomplished.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22167 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22167
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 551
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22167
DATE 9/20/2017
Department No./
Department Health Services Budget Unit No. 0450 Org No. 5752 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add one (1) Public Health Program Specialist I-Project (VBS2) position in the Health Services
Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $139,823.72 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $93,215.81 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Bay Area Local Health Jurisdictions Grant
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Arlene J. Lozada
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/17/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/17/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: ____________________________________________ ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 552
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/17/2017 No. xxxxxx
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 553
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 554
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22172 to cancel one vacant Pharmacist I (VYWA) position #17302 at
salary plan and grade level TC5-1998 ($10,345-$11,975) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action is cost neutral due to it cancelling a position previously requested by the Department and approved by the
Board that was a duplicate board order.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa Health Plan requested only one Pharmacist position, however, due to an administrative error the
Department submitted two separate board orders and position adjustment requests on different agenda dates and two
positions were added. The duplicate request was submitted to the Board on September 26, 2017 agenda (Item C.29),
and it is that vacant unfunded position (#17302) that the Department is requesting to cancel with this current board
order.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, there will be an extra unfunded position in the Contra Costa Health Plan that will not be
utilized.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor
Contact: Jo-Anne Linares, (925)
957-5240
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of
Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 32
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Cancel One Pharmacist I Position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 555
AGENDA
ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22172 HSD
MINUTES
ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22172
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 556
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22172
DATE 10/4/2017
Department No./
Department Health Services Budget Unit No. 0860 Org No. 6105 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Cancel one Pharmacist I (VYWA) position #17302 in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/26/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $0.00 Net County Cost
Total this FY $0.00 N.C.C. this FY
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT Cost neutral due to duplicate position added in error
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Jo-Anne Linares
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Susan Smith 10/4/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/9/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 557
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/9/2017 No. xxxxxx
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 558
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 559
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22173 to add one Mental Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB) position at
salary plan and grade level TC2-1384 ($4,835 - $7,178) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there is an annual cost of approximately $141,568, which includes estimated pension costs of
$30,581. The cost will be funded 100% by the Proposition 47 grant.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department is requesting to add one Mental Health Clinical Specialist position in Behavioral
Health division’s Adult Mental Health program. Proposition 47 was approved by voters in November 2014 and
reduced the classification of most "nonserious and nonviolent property and drug crimes" from a felony to a
misdemeanor. Contra Costa County was awarded funding for Proposition 47's Contra Costa Lead Plus Project, which
is a multi-sector partnership with the City of Antioch and the non-profit organization HealthRIGHT 360.
This position will partner with participating organizations serving Proposition 47 consumers in the Antioch
community. Duties include: performing behavioral health screenings, intakes, and assessments of mentally ill
consumers; conducting linkage and referrals to appropriate providers; providing case management as needed;
convening team meetings; coordinating with project partners and data evaluators; and preparing reports to submit to
the project manager. The Department has determined the appropriate classification to fulfill this need is a Mental
Health Clinical Specialist.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 33
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Mental Health Clinical Specialist Position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 560
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Health Services’ Behavioral Health division’s Adult Mental Health program will
not be able to properly staff the service delivery needs of Proposition 47 consumers in the Antioch community.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22173 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22173
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 561
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22173
DATE 10/11/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0467 Org No. 5960 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add one full-time Mental Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB) position in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $141,568.00 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $82,581.00 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Prop. 47 grant
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Susan Smith 10/12/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/19/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 562
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/19/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at th e
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 563
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 564
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22174 to add one (1) Health Services Planner/Evaluator Level B (VCXD)
position at salary plan and grade level ZB2-1323 ($4,552 - $7,459) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there will be an annual cost of approximately $146,521 with pension costs of $31,778 already
included. The cost will be funded 100% by the Drug Medi-Cal Waiver.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department is requesting to add one (1) Health Services Planner/Evaluator-Level B position in
Behavioral Health Division’s Alcohol and Other Drug Services Program. Under the Drug Medi-Cal Organized
Delivery System Waiver, the Alcohol and Other Drug Services Program is required to implement, collect and report
to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) on several areas of quality improvement. The Health Services
Planner/Evaluator-Level B position will perform the following duties to support that effort: implement treatment
satisfaction surveys, measure performance improvement project outcomes, develop quality improvement goals and
objectives in the integrated Quality Improvement plan and evaluate these goals, assess timeliness to treatment
services, and evaluate fidelity to the evidence based practice models.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 34
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Health Services Planner/Evaluator-Level B position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 565
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Program will
not be properly staffed to administer Contra Costa County’s Drug Medi-Cal Organized Deliver System monitored
by the California Department of Health Care Services.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22174 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Sgined P300 22174
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 566
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22174
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0466 Org No. 5920 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add one full-time Health Services Planner/Evaluator Level B (VCXD) position in the Health Services
Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $146,521.99 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $85,471.16 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Drug Medi-Cal Waiver
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/18/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: ____________________________________________ ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 567
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 568
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 569
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22175 to add one Substance Abuse Lead Counselor (VHTC) position at
salary plan and grade level TC5-1503 ($5,280 - $6,418) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there will be an annual cost of approximately $128,162 with pension costs of $27,344 already
included. The cost will be funded 100% by the Drug Medi-Cal Waiver.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department is requesting to add one Substance Abuse Lead Counselor position in Behavioral
Health Division’s Access Line Unit. In July 2017, Behavioral Health added four substance abuse counselors assigned
to our Access Line Unit in anticipation of the Drug Medi-Cal Waiver implementation. In addition to the increase of
counselors assigned to the Access Line Unit, the complexity and variety of tasks and procedures changed rapidly as
the unit became the entry point for all alcohol and other drugs treatment services. A lead counselor position is needed
to provide training, coaching and orientation to new staff; assist in the coordination of program activities to ensure
effective service delivery; oversee the daily operation of activities, and assist management with the development of
new procedures to support the most recent organizational change. The department has determined the appropriate
classification to fulfill this need is a Substance Abuse Lead Counselor.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 35
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Substance Abuse Lead Counselor Position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 570
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division’s Access Line Unit will not be able to adequately
train and lead the substance abuse counselors assigned to Access Line which is monitored by the California
Department of Health Care Services.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22175 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22175
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 571
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22175
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0466 Org No. 5920 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add one full-time Substance Abuse Lead Counselor (VHTC) position in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $128,162.50 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $74,761.46 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Drug Medi-Cal Waiver
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/18/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 572
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 573
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 574
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22176 to add one (1) Administrative Services Assistant II (APVA)
position at salary plan and grade level ZB5-1475 ($5,136 - $6,243) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there will be an annual cost of approximately $125,066 with pension costs of $26,596 already
included. The cost will be funded 100% by the Mental Health Realignment Act.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department is requesting to add one Administrative Services Assistant II position in Behavioral
Health Division’s Children’s Mental Health Services Program. The position will be assigned to the Children's
Services Administration and will primarily support the implementation and continued expansion of the Continuum of
Care Reform. The position will also: assist with the certification, billing and reconciliation of short-term residential
treatment placement facilities and foster family agency; provide additional support to the Service Authorization
Request process; serve as the primary person responsible for tracking and reporting on a database for Behavioral
Health and Child and Family Services related to the newly required and implemented Presumptive Transfer for Child
and Family Services for youth crossing county lines; assist the project manager, Continuum of Care Reform program
manager, and program chief in gathering information for reports and conduct data analyses
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 36
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add One Administrative Services Assistant II Position in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 575
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
related to presumptive transfer, Service Authorization Requests, and Continuum of Care initiatives and their
interrelationship; and assist in monitoring and evaluating contracts for the Children’s System of Care. The
department has determined the appropriate classification to fulfill this need is an Administrative Services
Assistant II.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division’s Children’s Mental Health Program will not have
adequate staff to support the Continuum of Care Reform implementation nor be able to properly manage and
monitor its contractual agreements, budgets and service plans as effectively.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22176 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22176
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 576
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22176
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0467 Org No. 5946 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add one full-time Administrative Services Assistant II (APVA) position in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $125,066.47 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $72,955.44 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Mental Health Realignment Act
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/18/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 577
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 578
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 579
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22177 to add four (4) full-time Mental Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB)
positions at salary plan and grade level TC2-1384 ($4,835 - $7,178), one (1) Mental Health Program Supervisor
(VQHP) position at salary plan and grade level ZA5-1749 ($6,737 - $8,189), and one (1) Mental Health Community
Support Worker II (VQVB) position at salary plan and grade level TC5-0968 ($3,109 - $3,779) in the Health Services
Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there will be an annual cost of approximately $762,461 with pension costs of $173,312 already
included. The cost will be funded 100% by the Mental Health Services Act.
BACKGROUND:
The Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission approved two new Mental Health Services
Act Innovation Projects on August 24, 2017: Center for Recover and Empowerment (CORE) and Cognitive
Behavioral Social Skills Training (CBSST).
The CORE project will be an outpatient treatment program offering three levels of care (intensive, transitional, and
continuing) to adolescents dualy diagnosed with substance use and mental health disorders. Services will be provided
by a multi-disciplinary team and will include individual, group and family therapy, and linkage to community
services.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 37
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add Six Full-Time Mental Health Positions in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 580
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
The CBSST project proposes to apply social skills therapeutic practice to individuals who have been placed in
augmented board and care facilities. The project will create a clinical team, consisting of a licensed clinician and
peer support worker, to lead cognitive behavioral social skills training groups at board and care facilities. The
department has determined the appropriate number and types of classification to fulfill this need are one Mental
Health Program Supervisor, four Mental Health Clinical Specialists and one Mental Health Community Support
Worker II.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division will not be able to adequately staff and administer
Mental Health Services Act Innovation Projects sanctioned by Mental Health Services Oversight and
Accountability Commission.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22177 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22177
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 581
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22177
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0467 Org No. 5899 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add four full-time Mental Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB) positions, one full-time Mental Health Program
Supervisor (VQHP) position and one full-time Mental Health Community Support Worker II (VQVB) position in the Health
Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $762,461.50 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $444,769.21 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Mental Health Services Act
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/18/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 582
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 583
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 584
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22178 to add four (4) full-time and three (3) part-time (20/40) Mental
Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB) positions at salary plan and grade level TC2-1384 ($4,835 - $7,178), one (1)
full-time Mental Health Program Supervisor (VQHP) position at salary plan and grade level ZA5-1749 ($6,737 -
$8,189), four (4) full-time and three (3) part-time (20/40) Mental Health Community Support Worker II (VQVB)
positions at salary plan and grade level TC5-0968 ($3,109 - $3,779), one (1) full-time Clerk – Senior Level (JWXC)
position at salary plan and grade level 3RX-1033 ($3,307 - $4,223), and one (1) full-time Family Nurse Practitioner
(VWSB) position at salary plan and grade level L35-1873 ($9,829 - $12,275) in the Health Services Department.
(Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there is an annual cost of approximately $1,603,180 with pension costs of $361,917 already included.
The cost will be funded 100% by the Mental Health Services Act.
BACKGROUND:
As part of the Mental Health Services Act, the Health Services' Behavioral Health Division has been tasked with
developing and implementing a 24/7 Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT), which will service three regions of
the County and address consumers experiencing mental health crises. The MCIT will be an interdisciplinary team
composed of licensed mental health clinical specialists, mental health community support workers, and a family
nurse practitioner.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 38
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add Seventeen Positions in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 585
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
The team will provide assessments, brief crisis response, short-term triage, and emergency services to severely
and persistently mentally ill consumers in order to prevent acute psychiatric crises and subsequent hospitalization.
The MCIT will work closely with law enforcement partners to decrease 5150s and psychiatric emergency services
visits and refer consumers to appropriate services in their communities. The department has determined these
requested positions are the appropriate classifications for the MCIT and a clerk-senior level position is also being
requested to provide administrative support to the team.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division will not be able to create and adequately staff a
much needed 24/7 MCIT. Without the MCIT, the department would lose a valuable tool in reducing 5150s and
psychiatric emergency services visits for consumers who are experiencing mental health crises.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22178 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22178
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 586
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22178
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0467 Org No. 5957 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add four full-time and three part-time 20 hour Mental Health Clinical Specialist (VQSB) positions, one full-
time Mental Health Program Supervisor (VQHP) position, four full-time and three part-time 20 hour Mental Health Community
Support Worker II (VQVB) positions, one full-time Clerk - Senior Level (JWXC) position and one full-time Family Nurse
Pracitioner (VWSB) position in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $1,603,180.40 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $935,188.57 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Mental Health Services Act
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Enid Mendoza 10/18/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 587
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at th e
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 588
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 589
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Adopt Position Adjustment Resolution No. 22179 to add two Substance Abuse Counselor (VHVC) positions at salary
plan and grade level TC5-1436 ($4,941 - $6,006) in the Health Services Department. (Represented)
FISCAL IMPACT:
Upon approval, there is an annual cost of approximately $241,789 with pension costs of $51,178 already included.
The cost will be funded 100% by the Drug Medi-Cal Waiver.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department is requesting to add two substance abuse counselor positions in Behavioral Health
Division’s Access Line Unit. These positions will be exclusively responsible for handling calls from clients who are
currently in jail and mandated to alcohol and other drug treatment. Since our go-live date for Drug Medi-Cal Waiver
implementation on July 1, 2017, the volume of calls specific to Alcohol and Other Drugs Services has increased from
400 the first week to 856 and continues to rise. In the past, inmates were able to call the programs directly. The new
substance abuse counselors will be dedicated to conducting phone screenings during specific dates and blocks of
time, will potentially conduct face-to-face screenings with a list of prearranged clients, and handle communication
with the court and criminal justice system to prevent a bottleneck of clients and calls. The department has determined
the appropriate classification to fulfill this need would be two substance abuse counselors.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Melissa Carofanello,
925-957-5248
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 39
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Add Two Substance Abuse Counselor Positions in the Health Services Department
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 590
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, the Behavioral Health Division’s Access Line Unit will not have the appropriate
classification nor be adequately staffed to handle the increased call volume from these specific consumers the
Access Line Unit is currently experiencing.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
P300 No. 22179 HSD
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed P300 22179
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 591
POSITION ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
NO. 22179
DATE 10/10/2017
Department No./
Department HEALTH SERVICES Budget Unit No. 0466 Org No. 5920 Agency No. A18
Action Requested: Add two full-time Substance Abuse Counselor (VHVC) positions in the Health Services Department.
Proposed Effective Date: 10/25/2017
Classification Questionnaire attached: Yes No / Cost is within Department’s budget: Yes No
Total One-Time Costs (non-salary) associated with request: $0.00
Estimated total cost adjustment (salary / benefits / one time):
Total annual cost $241,789.43 Net County Cost $0.00
Total this FY $181,342.07 N.C.C. this FY $0.00
SOURCE OF FUNDING TO OFFSET ADJUSTMENT 100% Drug Medi-Cal Waiver
Department must initiate necessary adjustment and submit to CAO.
Use additional sheet for further explanations or comments.
Melissa Carofanello
______________________________________
(for) Department Head
REVIEWED BY CAO AND RELEASED TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Susan Smith 10/16/2017
___________________________________ ________________
Deputy County Administrator Date
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS DATE
Exempt from Human Resources review under delegated authority.
Amend Resolution 71/17 establishing positions and resolutions allocating classes to the Basic / Exempt salary schedule.
Effective: Day following Board Action.
(Date)
___________________________________ ________________
(for) Director of Human Resources Date
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION: DATE 10/18/2017
Approve Recommendation of Director of Human Resources
Disapprove Recommendation of Director of Human Resources Enid Mendoza
Other: Approve as recommended by the Department. ___________________________________
(for) County Administrator
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ACTION: David J. Twa, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Adjustment is APPROVED DISAPPROVED and County Administrator
DATE BY
APPROVAL OF THIS ADJUSTMENT CONSTITUTES A PERSONNEL / SALARY RESOLUTION AMENDMENT
POSITION ADJUSTMENT ACTION TO BE COMPLETED BY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOLLOWING BOARD ACTION
Adjust class(es) / position(s) as follows:
P300 (M347) Rev 3/15/01
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 592
REQUEST FOR PROJECT POSITIONS
Department Date 10/18/2017 No.
1. Project Positions Requested:
2. Explain Specific Duties of Position(s)
3. Name / Purpose of Project and Funding Source (do not use acronyms i.e. SB40 Project or SDSS Funds)
4. Duration of the Project: Start Date End Date
Is funding for a specified period of time (i.e. 2 years) or on a year-to-year basis? Please explain.
5. Project Annual Cost
a. Salary & Benefits Costs: b. Support Costs:
(services, supplies, equipment, etc.)
c. Less revenue or expenditure: d. Net cost to General or other fund:
6. Briefly explain the consequences of not filling the project position(s) in terms of:
a. potential future costs d. political implications
b. legal implications e. organizational implications
c. financial implications
7. Briefly describe the alternative approaches to delivering the services which you have considered. Indicate why these
alternatives were not chosen.
8. Departments requesting new project positions must submit an updated cost benefit analysis of each project position at the
halfway point of the project duration. This report is to be submitted to the Human Resources Department, which will
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors. Indicate the date that your cost / benefit analysis will be submitted
9. How will the project position(s) be filled?
a. Competitive examination(s)
b. Existing employment list(s) Which one(s)?
c. Direct appointment of:
1. Merit System employee who will be placed on leave from current job
2. Non-County employee
Provide a justification if filling position(s) by C1 or C2
USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 593
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 594
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Interim Chief Engineer, or designee, to terminate the Rental Agreement, effective
March 17, 1998, for 864 Diablo Road in Danville, with Jeff Gary and Naomi Gary (Tenants). (Project No.:4500-6)
AUTHORIZE County Counsel to pursue legal action if Tenants remain in occupancy sixty (60) days after service of
the Termination Notice (Notice) pursuant to Civil Code of Procedure Sections 1162-1164.
DIRECT the Auditor-Controller’s office to return Tenant’s security deposit in the amount of $1,400 payable to
Jeffrey Gary.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District) Zone 3B will no longer receive
monthly revenue in the amount of $1,295.
BACKGROUND:
In 1998, the District acquired a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family residence located at 864 Diablo Road in
Danville (Property)
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Angela Bell, (925)
313-2337
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc: Eric Angstadt, Assistant County Administrator
C. 40
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Terminate Rental Agreement for 864 Diablo Road, Danville area
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 595
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
as an advanced acquisition in connection with the Green Valley Creek Improvement project (Project).
On March 24, 1998, the District entered into a Rental Agreement (Agreement) with Jeffery and Naomi Gary for
occupancy of the Property on a month-to-month tenancy. The Tenants previously lived at 1420 Livorna Avenue
in Alamo, formerly owned by the District, and provided a security deposit of $1,400, which was transferred to the
new rental agreement at 864 Diablo Road.
In April 2015, Public Works Real Estate staff reviewed the Agreement and conducted a visual interior and
exterior inspection of the Property. During the inspection, the District was informed that Naomi Gary no longer
resides on the premises.
The District wishes to have the Property vacated in order for the structure to be demolished in preparation for the
Project and to eliminate ongoing maintenance costs for a structure that will be demolished.
The District intends to issue the attached sixty (60) day Termination Notice on November 6, 2017.
If the Tenants fail to vacate the Property within sixty (60) days, the District may initiate legal proceedings in order
to obtain possession of the Property. Legal proceedings must be approved by the Board of Supervisors.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Without approval from the Board of Supervisors, the District will not be able to initiate legal proceedings, if
necessary.
ATTACHMENTS
Termination Notice
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 596
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Termination Notice
To: Jeff Gary and Naomi Gary, tenant in possession of premises located at 864 Diablo Road,
Alamo, County of Contra Costa, State of California
Within 60 days after service of this notice, that is, by January 6, 2018, you must surrender
possession of the premises to the undersigned landlord. Your failure to vacate the premises
within 60 days will cause the undersigned to initiate legal proceedings against you to recover
possession of the premises, and to seek a judgment for damages for each day of occupancy after
the expiration date of this notice.
This notice is intended as a 60-day notice terminating your month-to-month tenancy.
Rent of $1,295 will be due for the month of December. Prorated rent totaling $258.00 will be due
January 1, 2018. If the premises are vacated before January 6, 2018, rent will be prorated at
$43.00/day.
Under California law, you have a right to request that an authorized agent of landlord
make an initial inspection of the premises to determine its condition before you vacate, and you
have the right to be present during the inspection. The purpose of the inspection is to allow you
an opportunity to remedy identified deficiencies or damage to the premises, if any, caused by
you. If you wish to have such an inspection, please contact Angela Bell as soon as possible at
255 Glacier Drive, Martinez, CA 94553-4825, or (925) 313-2337. If you request an inspection,
you will be given 48 hours’ notice and have the inspection done sooner.
State law permits former tenants to reclaim abandoned personal property left at the
former address of the tenant, subject to certain conditions. You may or may not be able to
reclaim property without incurring additional costs, depending on the cost of storing the property
and the length of time before it is reclaimed. In general, these costs will be lower the sooner you
contact your former landlord after being notified that the property belonging to you was left
behind after you moved out.
Date: __________________ Contra Costa County
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
By: ____________________________
Brian M. Balbas, Interim Chief Engineer
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 597
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to accept funding in the
amount of $3,000 from California Health Advocates for the Senior Medicare Patrol Volunteer Liaison for the period
June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
County to receive $3,000 from California Health Advocates. (100% Federal) (No County match)
CFDA #93.048
BACKGROUND:
California Health Advocates will provide funding to the Employment and Human Services Department, Health
Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) for a Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) volunteer liaison who
will focus on outreach and education regarding prevention and reporting of Medicare fraud. The funding will be used
to support the SMP volunteer liaison for data collection, monitoring, and reporting customer inquiries; volunteer
recruitment, training, retention and support; community education, outreach and training; and fraud prevention
activities.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Elaine Burres, 608-4960
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 41
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:California Health Advocates Funding
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 598
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Senior Medicare Fraud liaison services would not be provided through the Health Insurance Counseling and
Advocacy Program (HICAP) in Contra Costa County.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
Not applicable.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 599
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Department Director, or designee, to execute a
contract amendment with the California Department of Education to increase payment to the County by $1,185,449 to
a new payment limit not to exceed $10,267,300, for the provision of State Preschool services, with no change to the
term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract amendment increases revenue by an amount not to exceed $1,185,449. The increase is funded 100% by
State funds to be received by the California Department of Education. There is no County match requirement.
CFDA #s 93.596 ($1,015,897) and 93.575 ($466,594).
State Agreement CSPP 7050, Amend 1 / CCC Agreement 39-908-23
BACKGROUND:
The California Department of Education notified the Employment and Human Services Department on May 31, 2017
of the 2017-2018 funding allocation for the provision of California State Preschool program services to
program-eligible County residents. The Board approved the contract at it's June 13, 2017 meeting (C.29). The State
routinely amends these agreements throughout the program year as more funding becomes available and the school
calendars are finalized. This contract amendment increases the daily rate per child day of enrollment from $40.45 to
$45.73, and decreases the minimum days of school operation from 250 to 249.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: CSB (925) 681-6333
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Ressie Dayco
C. 42
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2017-18 California Department of Education Preschool Program Contract, Amendment 1
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 600
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, the County will not receive funding to operate childcare programs.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Employment and Human Services Department, Community Services Bureau supports three of the community
outcomes established in the Children's Report Card: 1) Children Ready for and Succeeding in School; 3) Families
that are Economically Self-sufficient; and 4) Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing, by offering comprehensive
services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health services to low-income children
throughout Contra Costa County.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 601
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
containing modified indemnification language with the California Department of Community Services and
Development to pay the County in an amount not to exceed $1,919,892 for Low Income Home Energy Assistance
Programs for the period of October 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract will increase revenue in an amount not to exceed $1,919,892 from the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services via the California Department of Community Services and Development. 100% Federal funds with
no County match requirement.
CFDA # 93.568
State: 18B-4005 / CCC: 39-806-37
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa County has received funding from the State Department of Community Services and Development for
20 years wherein the County provides energy bill assistance payments and weatherization services for
income-eligible County residents. The funding sources for these programs include Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program (LIHEAP), the Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP), and the Department of Energy
(DOE), the Low Income Weatherization Program (LIWP) and the Toilet Retrofit Program (TRP).
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: CSB, 925-681-6381
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Nelly Ige, Sam Mendoza
C. 43
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2018 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Funding
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 602
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
The Employment & Human Services Department (EHSD) partners with the Department of Conservation and
Development to provide energy-saving home improvements for low-income families throughout unincorporated
Contra Costa County, as well as the County’s nineteen cities. The energy savings measures may provide homes with
hot water heaters, furnaces, refrigerators, microwaves, doors, windows, fluorescent light bulbs, weather stripping,
ceiling fans, and/or attic insulation. Homes receive a blower door test (a diagnostic tool to locate and correct air
infiltration), and homes with gas appliances receive a combustion appliance safety test that checks for carbon
monoxide gas leakage and a carbon monoxide alarm.
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) allows eligible residents of the County to qualify for a credit on their
energy bills.
Both programs use income based eligibility. The income levels are based on the Federal Fiscal Year 2016 Poverty
Guidelines. Once eligibility is determined, clients with no hot water, no heat, or are in danger of having their power
shut off are served first as emergencies. Service is then based on clients with the lowest income, highest energy
burden and families with at least one resident who is considered to be a member of a vulnerable population.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, County may not receive funding to operate LIHEAP.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Employment & Human Services Department, Community Services Bureau energy programs supports Outcome
#4: Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing. This outcome is supported by the provision of home energy
assistance to keep households warm in winter and to increase household energy efficiency.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 603
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Agreement
#29-604-2 with the City of Walnut Creek, to pay the County an amount not to exceed $17,000 for the operation of the
Coordinated Outreach, Referral and Engagement (CORE) program, for the period from July 6, 2017 through June 30,
2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this agreement will allow the County to receive an amount not to exceed $17,000 ($5,000 in Community
Development Block Grant funds and $12,000 in Community Service Grant funds) from the City of Walnut Creek to
provide homeless outreach services to individuals year-round. No additional County funds are required.
BACKGROUND:
The CORE program provides homeless outreach services aimed at identifying unsheltered homeless individuals,
transitioned aged youth and families living outside and in locations not meant for human habitation.
On March 21, 2017, the Board of Supervisors approved Grant Agreement #29-604 with the City of Walnut Creek to
receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Service Grant (CSG) funds for the operation
of the CORE program from January 1, 2017 through June 30, 2017.
Approval of Agreement #29-604-2 will allow the County to continue to receive CDBG and CSG funds to provide
outreach services through June 30, 2018.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lavonna Martin,
925-313-7704
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker , M Wilhelm
C. 44
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Agreement #29-604-2 with the City of Walnut Creek
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 604
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this agreement is not approved, the County will not receive funding and without such funding, the CORE program
may have to operate at a reduced capacity.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 605
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and Authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Grant
Agreement #28-661-15 with the City of Walnut Creek to pay the County $6,000 of Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funding to be used for the operation of the Adult Interim Housing Program, for the period from July 6,
2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this agreement will allow the County to receive $6,000 in CDBG funding from the City of Walnut Creek
to provide emergency housing and supportive services to individuals year-round.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department operates an emergency shelter program at full capacity on a year-round basis. Each
year, the shelters provide interim housing and support services to over 800 individuals. The Community Development
Block Grant program, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, is a source of public
funding for the operation of the County’s Adult Interim Housing Program.
On September 9, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Grant Agreement #28-661-12, as amended by
Amendment #28-661-13, with the City of Walnut Creek to receive CDBG funding to be used for the operation of the
Adult Interim Housing Program, for the period from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lavonna Martin,
925-313-7704
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker , M Wilhelm
C. 45
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Grant Agreement #28-661-15 with the City of Walnut Creek
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 606
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
Approval of Grant Agreement #28-661-15 will allow the County to receive CDBG funding from the City of Walnut
Creek to continue providing interim housing and support services through June 30, 2018. The County is agreeing to
indemnify and hold harmless the contractor for claims arising out of County’s performance under this contract.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this agreement is not approved, County will not receive funding and without such funding, the emergency shelter
program may have to operate at a reduced capacity.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 607
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute Amendment Agreement #28-789-8
(VA #261-15-C-0239) with the U. S. Department of Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care System, to
increase the amount payable to the County by $197,406.60, to a new amount payable to the County of $745,257 and
extend the term through September 30, 2018, to continue providing housing support to homeless veterans accessing
services at the West County Adult Interim Housing Program.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this agreement will add $197,406.60 payable to the County for operation of the West County’s Adult
Interim Housing Program in Richmond through September 30, 2018. (No County match)
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department seeks continuous funding to provide interim housing and support services for
homeless veterans that access the West County emergency shelter program. Each year, the County shelters serve over
150 veterans. The Veteran Affair Northern California Health Care System is providing funding for valuable housing
and services to homeless veterans of Contra Costa County.
On December 16, 2014, the Board of Supervisors approved Agreement #28-789-5, as amended by Amendment
Agreements #28-789-6 and #28-789-7, to receive continuous funding to support emergency shelter housing for
homeless veterans of Contra Costa County through September 30, 2017.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lavonna Martin,
925-313-7704
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker , M Wilhelm
C. 46
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment Agreement #28-789-8 from the U. S. Department of Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care
System
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 608
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
Approval of this Amendment Agreement #28-789-8 will allow the County to receive funding and continue to provide
services through September 30, 2018. The County is agreeing to indemnify and hold harmless the contractor for
claims arising out of County’s performance under this contract.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this agreement is not approved, the County will not receive funding to support services provided to veterans
requiring homeless shelter.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 609
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHRORIZE the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute Amendment Agreement
#29-539-6 (VA #261-15-C-0105) with the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Northern California Health Care
System, to increase the amount payable to the County by $124,100 from $248,200 to a new amount payable of
$372,300 and extend the term through September 28, 2018, to continue providing services and cover the associated
operating cost of the Philip Dorn Respite Center through the Central County’s Adult Interim Housing Program in
Concord.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this agreement will provide an additional payment of $124,100 to the County, for the West County’s
Adult Interim Housing Program at the Philip Dorn Respite Center in Concord, through September 28, 2018. (No
County match)
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department seeks continuous funding to provide interim housing, treatment, and other services
for homeless veterans that access the Philip Dorn Respite Center through the Central County emergency shelter
program. Each year the shelters provide interim housing and support services to over 75 homeless veterans of Contra
Costa County.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lavonna Martin,
925-313-7704
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker , M Wilhelm
C. 47
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment Agreement #29-539-6 from the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Northern California Health Care
System
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 610
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
On February 2, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Agreement #29-539-4, as amended by Amendment
Agreement #29-539-5, to receive continuous funding to support emergency shelter housing for homeless veterans of
Contra Costa County through September 28, 2017.
Approval of this Amendment Agreement #29-539-6 will allow the County to continue to receive funds to support the
Central County’s Adult Interim Housing Program Philip Dorn Respite Center in Concord through September 28,
2018. The County is agreeing to indemnify and hold harmless the contractor for claims arising out of County's
performance under this contract.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this Agreement is not approved, the County will not receive funding to support the veterans requiring homeless
shelter.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 611
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Conservation and Development (DCD) Director, or designee, to execute an
agreement with NRG Marsh Landing LLC for County staff to provide building inspection services at hourly rates
specified in the agreement not to exceed a total payment limit of $100,000. The term will be from the Agreement's
effective date, October 24, 2017, until both of the following occur: (a) the County's completion of all of its
obligations to the California Energy Commission (CEC) under the Designation Letter, and any amendments thereto
issued during the Term, and (b) NRG Marsh Landing LLC's full payment of all County fees for Chief Building
Official (CBO) Activities (defined in Section 2) that the County performs under this Agreement.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None. NRG Marsh Landing LLC will pay fees to County for building inspection services provided by County staff.
BACKGROUND:
The CEC has requested the Department of Conservation and Development (DCD) to provide building inspection
services to NRG Marsh Landing LLC for modifications to the fire suppression system, which will include installation
of a new fire pump and piping to support a new location for water storage. The modification project will include
construction of a 625-square foot building to house the fire suppression system. DCD has provided similar work on
other power plants and has previously acted as the delegate Chief Building Official (CBO) under the CEC's regulatory
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Jason Crapo,
925-674-7722
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 48
To:Board of Supervisors
From:John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Agreement between Contra Costa County and NRG Marsh Landing Landing LLC for Building Inspection Services
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 612
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
authority for large power generating facilities. NRG Marsh Landing LLC is the owner of this facility and will
compensate DCD for its services. This agreement between NRG Marsh Landing LLC and County is needed so that
DCD can proceed to provide services. This agreement includes County billing rates that fully cover DCD's costs of
providing such services.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the proposed agreement is not approved, DCD will not be able to provide the requested building inspection services.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 613
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract
amendment with the California Department of Education to increase payment to the County by $409,885 to a new
payment limit not to exceed $3,554,271, for the provision of general childcare and development program services,
with no change to the term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract amendment increases revenue by an amount not to exceed $409,885. The increase is funded 100% by
State funds to be received by the California Department of Education. There is no County match requirement.
CFDA #93.575 ($418,414) and 93.596 ($910,268)
State Agreement No. CCTR 7025 / Amend 1
County No. 39-801-42
BACKGROUND:
California Department of Education notified the Department on June 5, 2017 of the 2017-2018 funding allocation for
general childcare and development programs. The County receives funds from the California Department of
Education to provide state preschool general childcare services to program eligible County residents. The Board
approved the contract at its June 20, 2017 meeting (C.42). The State routinely amends these agreements throughout
the program year as more funding becomes available and the school calendars are finalized. This contract amendment
is to increase the daily rate per child day of enrollment from $40.20 to $45.44, and to change the minimum days of
school operation from 250 to 249.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: CSB (925) 681-6333
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Ressie Dayco
C. 49
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2017-18 California Department of Education General Childcare & Development Contract, Amendment 1
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 614
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 615
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, the County will not receive funding to operate the childcare and development program.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Department of Education General Childcare & Development funding supports three of the community outcomes
established in the Children's Report Card: 1) Children Ready for and Succeeding in School; 3) Families that are
Economically Self-sufficient; and 4) Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing, by offering comprehensive
services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health services to low-income children
throughout Contra Costa County.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 616
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director or his designee, to accept on behalf of the County, Grant Award
#28-767-6 (17-07-90899-00) from the California Department of Public Health, to pay County in an amount not to
exceed $170,000, for the County’s Refugee Health Assessment Program, for the period October 1, 2017 through
September 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Acceptance of these awards will result in a total of $170,000 for FY 2017-2018 from the California Department of
Public Health for the Refugee Health Assessment Program. No County match required.
BACKGROUND:
The Refugee Health Assessment Program (RHAP) provides health assessment services to refugees, asylees, entrants
from Haiti and Cuba, special visa immigrants, certified victims of human trafficking and other eligible entrants as
required in the California Refugee Health Assessment form (CDPH 8418A). Based on the assessment, communicable
diseases are treated on new arrivals, as well as, other Contra Costa residents, who are not protected from disease. In
addition, this program provides highly trained and culturally appropriate medical interpreters for the County’s
Afghan, Russian, Vietnamese, Lao and Mien clinics (13 per week). The RHAP advocates for people with limited
English skills to achieve access and care within the Contra Costa Health Services Department.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: William Walker, M.D.
925-957-5410
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: E Suisala, M Wilhelm
C. 50
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Grant Award #28-767-6 from the California Department of Public Health, Refugee Health Assessment Program
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 617
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
On November 8, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Grant Award #28-767-5 with California Department of
Public Health, Refugee Health Assessment Program (RHAP) for County’s RHAP projects for October 1, 2016
through September 30, 2017.
The Health Service Department recently received a notice of award from the California Department of Public Health,
granting Health Services Department funding. Acceptance of the Grant Award #28-767-6 allows the County to
continue the Refugee Health Assessment Program through September 30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this grant award is not accepted, people with limited English skills in the RHAP program will not receive access
and care within the Contra Costa Health Services Department.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 618
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute an ordering document under the
existing Oracle Master Agreement with Oracle America, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $215,345 for Oracle
program technical support services for PeopleSoft software updates and support for the County's Human Resource
system, for the period November 27, 2017 through November 16, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$215,344.90. The cost is billed in arrears, in quarterly installments and budgeted annually under Org. #1695,
supported through interdepartmental charges.
BACKGROUND:
On November 17, 2015, the Board authorized the Chief Information Officer to enter into an Oracle Master
Agreement (US-OMA-QT5714570) with Oracle America, Inc. The Master Agreement authorizes the County to place
orders with Oracle for five years following the date of the Master Agreement.
This ordering document being authorized by this board order is for the Support Service No. #8252761, which
provides technical support services for software for a one-year term. The items in this Support Service number
include license updates and support for the PeopleSoft Human Capital Management for the County's Human
Resource system.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Sheryl Webster
925-313-1281
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 51
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Renewal of Oracle Technical Support Services For Peoplesoft Software Updates
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 619
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
It includes:
PeopleSoft Enterprise Benefits Administration
PeopleSoft Enterprise Human Resources
PeopleSoft Succession Planning
Oracle User Productivity Kit Professional – Employee
Oracle User Productivity Kit Professional – UPK Developer
PeopleSoft Enterprise UPK Human Resources – UPK Module
The one-year cost is $215,344.90. Oracle will send the County invoices quarterly in arrears. According to the Oracle
Master Agreement, the County may terminate the agreement at any time without cause by giving Oracle 30-days
prior written notice of such termination.
In accordance with Administrative Bulletin No 611.0, Departments are required to obtain Board approval for costs
over $100,000. The County Administrator’s Office has reviewed this request and recommends approval.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Proprietary software; required by the manufacturer to continue use. We would not be able to administer employee
benefits without this software.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 620
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Contract
#26-779-4 with Futurenet Technologies Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $400,000, to provide medical
records coding for Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and Health Centers for the period from October
1, 2017 through September 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract is funded 100% by Hospital Enterprise Fund I. (No rate increase)
BACKGROUND:
On October 25, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Contract #26-779-3 with Futurenet Technologies
Corporation, for the provision of medical coding, including coding inpatient and outpatient records, scanning and
quality assurance for CCRMC and Health Centers, in accordance with the American Hospital Associate Coding
Clinic and the American Medical Association, for the period from October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017.
Approval of Contract #26-779-4 will allow the contractor to continue providing medical records coding services
through September 30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this contract is not approved, the County will not have access to the contractor’s services or meet regulatory
requirements.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Anna Roth, 925-370-5101
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Kathleen Cyr, Marcy Wilhelm
C. 52
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Contract #26-779-4 with Futurenet Technologies Corporation
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 621
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with Sirius
Computer Solutions, Inc., to extend the termination date from October 31, 2017 to October 31, 2018, and increase the
payment limit by $150,000 to a new payment limit of $550,000 for continued IBM System Z Mainframe Operating
System services, as needed by the Department of Information Technology.
FISCAL IMPACT:
As budgeted in Fiscal Year 2017/2018, Org 1060.
BACKGROUND:
The County uses the IBM System Z mainframe operating system on its mainframe servers. During the term of the
proposed contract extension, Sirius Computer Solutions, Inc., will continue to work with County employees, under
the direction of the Chief Information Officer, or designee, of the Department of Information Technology, to provide
(on an as-needed basis) IBM System Z mainframe operating system support including, without limitation, general
trouble-shooting assistance, application support, and system software administration.
The contract includes provisions requiring the contractor to indemnify the County for any claims for infringement of
a third party's intellectual property rights to the extent the infringement claims are based on Contractor's performance
of support services under the contract.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Scott Sullivan
925-313-1288
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 53
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Contract Amendment/Extension with Sirius Computer Solutions for IBM System Z Mainframe Operating System
services
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 622
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
In accordance with Administrative Bulletin 605.3, service contracts exceeding $100,000 require the approval of the
Board of Supervisors.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Mainframe production job processing can impact the Finance, Land Information Systems (Assessor, Tax Collector &
Auditor Controller), Property Tax Systems (Secured, Unsecured, Redemption and Delinquent), Courts (Criminal and
Traffic), Probation (Adult & Juvenile), District Attorney Juvenile, Public Defender, and the Justice Automated
Warrant System.
The County's business productivity and finance systems could be negatively impacted if the Mainframe
malfunctioned and we were unable to correct the issue; the implications could be severe.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 623
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee to amend a contract with Nielsen Merksamer
Parrinello Gross & Leoni LLP, effective January 1, 2018, to extend the term from December 31, 2017 through
December 31, 2018 and increase the payment limit by $180,000 to a new payment limit of $1,080,000 for continued
state advocacy services, subject to approval as to form by County Counsel.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for state advocacy services is included in the FY 2017-18 budget. (100% General Fund)
BACKGROUND:
The firm of Nielsen, Merksamer, Parrinello, Gross & Leoni (“Nielsen Merksamer”) has extensive experience in the
field of governmental advocacy regarding legislative, administrative and legal issues directly affecting counties.
Nielsen Merksamer is recognized for its expertise in the broad area of state and county relations, particularly fiscal
relationships. The firm has been instrumental in the development and advancement of the County's state legislative
platform for many years.
The Legislation Committee considered the matter at its September 11, 2017 meeting and voted unanimously to
recommend a contract extension for one year, to allow staff sufficient time to conduct a procurement process for new
contract effective January 1, 2019.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lara DeLaney (925)
335-1097
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Robert Campbell, Auditor-Controller
C. 54
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amend & Extend State Legislative Contract with Nielsen Merksamer Parrinello Gross & Leoni LLP
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 624
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The County would not have state advocacy services.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 625
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to amend a contract with Alcalde & Fay,
effective January 1, 2018, to extend the term from December 31, 2017 through December 31, 2018 and increase the
payment limit by $108,500 to a new payment limit of $633,892 for continued federal advocacy services, subject to
approval as to form by County Counsel.
FISCAL IMPACT:
County General Funds have been budgeted for these legislative advocacy services.
BACKGROUND:
Alcalde & Fay, minority-controlled/employee-owned firm, is the County’s current federal representative. Paul
Schlesinger, the County’s point person at Alcalde & Fay, has established the County’s presence in Washington, D.C.
and developed excellent relationships with staff of our congressional delegation. The result has been a very positive
“return on investment” for the County for its appropriation and authorization requests.
The Legislation Committee considered this matter at its September 11, 2017 meeting and voted unanimously to
recommend the contract extension for one year, to allow staff sufficient time to conduct a procurement process for
new contract effective January 1, 2019.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Lara DeLaney (925)
335-1097
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Robert Campbell, Auditor-Controller
C. 55
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amend & Extend Federal Legislative Advocacy Contract with Alcalde & Fay
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 626
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The County will not have representation by a firm for federal advocacy services.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 627
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, on behalf of the
Workforce Development Board, to issue Request for Proposal #1158 in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000, to
procure America’s Job Center of California operations and management and the delivery of Adult and Dislocated
Worker Career Services under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, for the period of July 1, 2018 through
June 30, 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County requests Board Approval to release up to $1.5 million of
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Adult & Dislocated Worker federal formula funding through a Request
for Proposal for the operation and management of America’s Job Centers of California and a full array of Adult and
Dislocated Worker career services throughout Contra Costa County for Program Years 2018-2019.
CFDA #17.278, 17.258
BACKGROUND:
On September 13th, 2017, the Workforce Development Board (WDB) Executive Committee approved the
development and release of a Request For Proposal (RFP) to procure America’s Job Center of California (AJCC)
operations and management and the delivery of Adult and Dislocated Worker (A&DW) Career Services under the
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Since 2000, the WDB has provided these services under the
administrative entity of Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD).
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Gina Chenoweth
608-4961
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 56
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Issuance of Request For Proposal for America's Job Center of California and Adult and Dislocated Worker Career
Services
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 628
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
In Contra Costa County, employment services are currently provided to job seekers and businesses via a workforce
system that incorporates the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)-funded California Work Opportunity
and Responsibility to Kids program (CalWORKs) and the WIOA-funded AJCCs, as well as a broad network of
community partners.
While AJCC Operations have benefited programmatically and fiscally from integration with CalWORKS under the
County EHSD umbrella, the economics have dramatically changed within the last year. With the reduction in
CalWORKS funding coupled with the reductions in WIOA funding, it has become unrealistic to continue to support
the existing structure at the current level. Further, it is expected that EHSD/WDB will continue to see reductions in
allocations next year for both WIOA and CalWORKS.
Local Workforce Development Boards have two options to fulfill the AJCC and A&DW Services Provider
requirements under WIOA. The local WDB may serve as the A&DW Career Services Provider with the approval of
the local WDB’s Chief Elected Official (CEO) and the Governor of California. Contra Costa County WDB’s CEO is
the Board of Supervisors. Alternatively, the local WDB may also award contracts to eligible providers identified
through local procurement policies and procedures. Local WDBs will use a competitive process to select Adult and
Dislocated Worker Career Services Providers as it promotes efficiency and effectiveness by regularly examining
performance and costs.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Employment and Human Services Department will be unable to provide adequate career services to adult and
dislocated workers.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The services provided under this contract support three of the five of Contra Costa County’s community outcomes:
(3)"Families that are Economically Self-Sufficient"; (4) "Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing"; and
(5)"Communities that are Safe and Provide a High Quality of Life for Children and Families” by providing career
support services for families of adult and dislocated worker.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 629
RECOMMENDATION(S):
(1) APPROVE the 40 Muir Road, 1st Floor, Martinez, Remodel Project [Project No. 250-1512 [DCD-CP#15-29]
(District 5); and
(2) DETERMINE the Project is a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 1(a) Categorical Exemption,
pursuant to Article 19, Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, and
(3) DIRECT the Director of Department of Conservation and Development to file a Notice of Exemption with the
County Clerk, and
(4) AUTHORIZE the Interim Public Works Director, or designee, to arrange for payment of a $25 fee to the
Department of Conservation and Development for processing, and a $50 fee to the County Clerk for filing the Notice
of Exemption.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated construction cost is $1,000,000 (100% Dept of Conservation and Development - Land Development
Fund).
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Ramesh Kanzaria, (925)
313-2000
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 57
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Approve the 40 Muir Road, 1st Floor, Martinez, Remodel Project and Related CEQA Actions (WH146B)
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 630
BACKGROUND:
In its current state, part of the first floor of 40 Muir cannot be occupied or utilized by the Department of Conservation
and Development or County departments. This project includes design and construction to complete the space so it
can be fully utilized as office space. Major components to finish the space include: new partitions, suspended
ceilings, doors, flooring, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and tele/data communications.
On April 18, 2017, the Board of Supervisors awarded a job order contract (JOC) for repair, remodeling, and other
repetitive work to be performed pursuant to the Construction Task Catalog to each of Federal Solutions Group, Aztec
Consultants, Mark Scott Construction, Inc., and S.C. Anderson Group International, Inc., each in the amount of
$2,500,000. This project is expected to be performed by one of the four JOC contractors. A task order catalogue has
been prepared for the JOC Contractor to complete this Project. In the event that the Project is not performed by a
JOC contractor, the Public Works Department will return to the Board for approval of plans and specifications and
authorization to advertise and solicit bids.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the CEQA is not approved, the space cannot be utilized by County Departments.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 631
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Novation
Contract #24-700-66 with Contra Costa Crisis Center, a non-profit corporation, in an amount not to exceed $100,672,
to provide crisis intervention, suicide prevention and mental health rehabilitative services for the period July 1, 2017
through June 30, 2018, which includes a six-month automatic extension through December 31, 2018, in an amount
not to exceed $50,336.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract is funded 100% by Mental Health Realignment. (3% Cost of Living Adjustment)
BACKGROUND:
On December 13, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Novation Contract #24-700-65 with Contra Costa Crisis
Center, for the provision of crisis intervention, suicide prevention and mental health rehabilitative services, for the
period from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, which included a six-month automatic extension through December
31, 2017.
Approval of Novation Contract #24-700-66 replaces the automatic extension under the prior contract and allows the
contractor to continue providing services through June 30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this contract is not approved, County residents needing crisis and suicide prevention, and intervention services will
not have access to the contractor’s services.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Cynthia Belon,
925-957-5201
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker , M Wilhelm
C. 58
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Novation Contract #24-700-66 with Contra Costa Crisis Center
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 632
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 633
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
This program supports the following Board of Supervisors’ community outcomes: “Children Ready For and
Succeeding in School”; “Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing”; and “Communities that are Safe and Provide a
High Quality of Life for Children and Families”. Expected program outcomes include an increase in positive social
and emotional development as measured by the Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale (CAFAS).
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 634
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment & Human Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with
the Young Men's Christian Association of the East Bay in an amount not to exceed $778,200 to provide Early Head
Start and Head Start Program Enhancement services in Richmond, San Pablo and Rodeo for the period of July 1,
2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract for childcare services is 100% federally funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,
Administration for Children and Families Head Start Program.
CFDA #93.600
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa County receives funds from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) to provide Head Start
program services for program eligible County residents. The Department, in turn, contracts with a number of
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: CSB (925) 681-6346
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Carolyn Nguyen, Christina Reich, Haydee Ilan
C. 59
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2017-18 Young Men's Christian Association of the East Bay Childcare Services Contract
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 635
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
community-based organizations to provide a wider distribution of services. This contract is for Early Head Start and
Head Start program enhancement services for 180 children in Richmond, San Pablo and Rodeo through this
partnership with the Young Men's Christian Association of the East Bay.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, the County will be unable to widely distribute childcare availability through the Young Men's
Christian Association of the East Bay.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Employment and Human Services Department Community Services Bureau supports three of Contra Costa
County’s community outcomes - Outcome 1: Children Ready for and Succeeding in School, Outcome 3: Families that
are Economically Self-sufficient, and Outcome 4: Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing. These outcomes are
achieved by offering comprehensive services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health
services for low-income children throughout Contra Costa County.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 636
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Department Director, or designee, to execute a
contract with First Baptist Church of Pittsburg, California, in an amount not to exceed $2,109,965 for Head Start
Delegate Agency childcare services for the period of January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This contract is 100% federally funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for
Children and Families (ACF). The contractor is responsible for the local, non-cash, in-kind match of $527,492. No
pension costs.
CFDA #93.600
33-499-48
BACKGROUND:
On September 12, 2017 (C.65), the Board approved and authorized the submission of the 2018 Head Start grant
application to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF),
to continue the provision of Head Start services in Contra Costa County. The grant included the plan submitted by the
County's Head Start Delegate Agency, First Baptist Church of Pittsburg, California. This board order approves the
funding for the delegate agency for the 2018 program year.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: CSB (925) 681-6346
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Carolyn Nguyen, Haydee Ilan, Christina Reich
C. 60
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2018 Head Start Delegate Agency Contract Renewal
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 637
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, contract will not be executed and Head Start services will not be provided by the First Baptist
Church of Pittsburg, California.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Employment and Human Services Department Community Services Bureau supports three of Contra Costa
County’s community outcomes - Outcome 1: Children Ready for and Succeeding in School, Outcome 3: Families that
are Economically Self-sufficient, and Outcome 4: Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing. These outcomes are
achieved by offering comprehensive services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health
services to low-income children throughout Contra Costa County.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 638
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Contract
Amendment Agreement #26-784-4 with Cardionet, LLC, a limited liability company, to amend Contract #26-784-3 ,
to increase the payment limit by $50,000, from $135,000 to a new payment limit of $185,000, with no change in the
term of November 1, 2016 through October 31, 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This amendment is funded 100% by Hospital Enterprise Fund I. (No rate increase)
BACKGROUND:
On November 1, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Contract #26-784-3 with Cardionet, LLC, for the
provision of cardiac monitoring services, for the period from November 1, 2016 through October 31, 2017.
Approval of Contract Amendment Agreement #26-784-4 will allow the contractor to continue to provide additional
cardiac monitoring services through October 31, 2017.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this amendment is not approved, the contractor will not be able to provide the level of cardiac monitoring services
need by the County through October 31, 2017.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Anna Roth, 925-370-5101
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: L Walker, M Wilhelm
C. 61
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment #26-784-4 with Cardionet, LLC
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 639
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County,
Amendment Agreement #23-523-4 with API Healthcare Corporation, a corporation, effective October 24, 2017, to
amend Contract #23-523-2, to increase the payment limit by $10,800, from $691,008 to a new payment limit of
$701,808, with no change in the original term of June 30, 2016 through June 29, 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This amendment is funded 100% by Hospital Enterprise fund I. (No rate increase)
BACKGROUND:
On June 21, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved Contract #23-523-2 with API Healthcare Corporation for the
implementation, licensing and hosting of contractor’s patient classification software and staffing and scheduling
software, for the period from June 30, 2016 through June 29, 2019.
Approval of Contract Amendment Agreement #23-523-4 will allow the contractor to provide additional software
consultation and maintenance services with no change in the original term through June 29, 2019.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this amendment is not approved, the Health Services Department’s Information Systems Unit will not receive the
consultation and maintenance services needed for patient classification and staffing and scheduling systems.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: David Runt,
925-335-8700
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm
C. 62
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment #23-523-4 with API Healthcare Corporation
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 640
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Department, to execute an amendment
to Purchase Order # F01259 with Comcast Corporation to add $55,000 for a new total not to exceed $145,000 for
cable television services for the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) with no change in the original term
of September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding is included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I budget.
BACKGROUND:
CCRMC provides cable services for patient entertainment and staff education through Comcast. The fees have
increased more than Health Services anticipated and therefore it is necessary to add money to the Purchase Order.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this change order is not authorized, CCRMC will be unable to provide cable television for patients or educational
material for staff.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Anna Roth, 925-370-5101
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Margaret Harris
C. 63
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment to Purchase Order with Comcast Corporation
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 641
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Contract
Amendment Agreement #76-588-1 with Cross Country Staffing, Inc., a corporation, effective July 1, 2017, to amend
Contract #76-588 to modify the rate schedule to include Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Sexual Assault Examiner
(SANE) on-call rates, with no change in the payment limit of $4,300,000 and no change in the original term of July 1,
2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This amendment is funded 100% by Hospital Enterprise Fund I.
BACKGROUND:
On July 11, 2017, the Board of Supervisors approved Contract #76-588 with Cross Country Staffing, Inc. for the
provision of temporary medical staffing services including LVN SANE, therapy, radiology, and pharmacy services at
the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and Health Centers for the period from July 1, 2017 through
June 30, 2018.
Approval of Contract Amendment Agreement #76-588-1 will modify the rate schedule to include LVN SANE on-call
rates through June 30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this amendment is not approved, LVN SANE on-call services provided by the contractor will not be compensated.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Anna Roth, 925-370-5101
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: K Cyr, M Wilhelm
C. 64
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment #76-588-1 with Cross Country Staffing, Inc.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 642
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Department, to execute a Purchase
Order with Groupware Technology Inc., in an amount not to exceed $399,522 for the purchase of Pure Storage Flash
Array hardware and support for the period from October 31, 2017 through October 30, 2020.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding is included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I Budget.
BACKGROUND:
Health Services Department's Information Technology (IT) currently utilizes PureStorage arrays, which stores ccLink
electronic medical records (EMR) data. This purchase is for new PureStorage equipment, which will be installed in a
new data center location at 2380 Bisso Lane, Concord. The data center will require a new storage array to house all
associated Epic EMR data and expand Epic Cache Storage. This purchase includes three years of advanced
maintenance and support. Additional disc storage will expand the amount of online medical record data available to
providers and provide a faster storage system.
The County and PureStorage entered into an End User Agreement dated April 21, 2017 which includes terms and
conditions governing the County’s use of PureStorage products.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: David Runt,
925-335-1800
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Allyson Eggert
C. 65
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Purchase Order with Groupware Technology Inc. for PureStorage Hardware and Support
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 643
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Without this purchase, Health Services Department's IT will be unable to adequately store Epic EMR patient data and
other critical healthcare information. This could lead to loss of existing data through overwriting or loss of new data
due to an inability to store it.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 644
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute (1) a Master Services License
Agreement with OptumInsight Inc., and (2) a Product Schedule with OptumInsight Inc., in the amount of $128,523
for the purchase of software licenses for the period of January 31, 2018 through January 30, 2023.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding is included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I Budget.
BACKGROUND:
The Health Services Department's Information Systems Unit requires licenses for Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI)
and Local Code Directives (LCD) for the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and billing office with
regard to the EPIC system. OptumInsight has been a long-term vendor for the CCRMC, and provides the software
for CCI and LCD compliance. This product is vital to assuring submission of hospital claims to Medicare and
Medi-Cal using appropriate and compliant codes.
Approval will allow the contractor to provide services through January 30, 2023. The Master Services and License
Agreement requires the County to indemnify OptumInsight for third party claims arising out of the County’s use of
the software and to indemnify the American Dental Association (“ADA”) for claims and damages arising from the
County’s use of the ADA’s codes or any documentation from the ADA.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: David Runt,
925-335-1800
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Allyson Eggert
C. 66
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Master Services and License Agreement with OptumInsight Inc. for Annual License Fees
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 645
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this contract is not approved, the Information Systems Unit will not be able to maintain the required licenses for the
billing compliance technologies associated with the Epic Project.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 646
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Director, to execute (1) a
Purchase Order with Lynbrook Solutions, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $144,300 for purchase of SentinelOne
Endpoint Protection Platform Subscription and Support, and (2) a Solutions Agreement with Sentinel Labs, Inc., for
the period October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2020.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding is included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I Budget.
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa Health Services Department (HSD) has selected vendor Lynbrook Solutions, LLC to purchase
SentinelOne endpoint computer protection. HSD utilizes a signature-based approach, requiring additional protection
for HSD’s computers from advanced malware, virus, email exploits and scripting tools, which are constantly
changing. Identification of these threats, will be better detected and prevented by using SentinelOne’s behavior-based
threat detection platform.
The Solutions Agreement requires that the County defend and indemnify Sentinel from and against any claim arising
out of County’s use of the Sentinel One product, as well as for any taxes and fees related to County’s use of the
product.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: David Runt,
925-335-8700
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Allyson Eggert
C. 67
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Purchase Order with Lynbrook Solutions, LLC for SentinelOne Subscription and Support
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 647
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Without this Endpoint protection platform, HSD will not be able to adequately protect against cyber threats which
would put patient data and system integrity at risk.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 648
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Health Services Director, or his designee, to execute, on behalf of the County, Contract
Amendment Agreement #24-259-63 with Center for Human Development, a non-profit corporation, effective July 1,
2017, to amend Contract #24-259-61, to modify the rate sheet for Substance Abuse Primary Prevention Program
services for high-risk youth, with no change in the original payment limit of $675,092 and no change in the original
term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This amendment is funded 100% by Federal Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Primary Prevention. (Rate
increase)
BACKGROUND:
On July 18, 2017, the Board of Supervisors approved Contract #24-259-61 with Center for Human Development, for
the provision of substance abuse primary prevention services for high-risk youth, for the period from July 1, 2017
through June 30, 2018.
Approval of Contract Amendment Agreement #24-259-63 will revise the rate schedule to allow the contractor to bill
at the rate agreed to by the parties and continue to provide substance abuse primary prevention services, through June
30, 2018.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this amendment is not approved, the contractor will not be paid at the correct negotiated rate.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Cynthia Belon,
925-957-5201
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: E Suisala, M Wilhelm
C. 68
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment #24-259-63 with Center for Human Development
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 649
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 650
RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with
GrantStream, Inc., effective October 24, 2017, to extend the term through October 31, 2020 and increase the payment
limit by $43,200 to a new payment limit of $111,200 for annual renewals of system maintenance and support for the
Grants by Benevity Software-as-a-Service grant management application.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$111,200 (100% User Fees); the annual maintenance cost of $21,600 is budgeted under Org# 1580, Keller Canyon
Mitigation Fund, FY 17/18, FY 18/19 with allocations to be appropriated for FY 19/20.
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Conservation and Development (DCD) administers, on behalf of the District V Supervisor and the
Board of Supervisors, the Keller Canyon Mitigation Fund. The Board allocates Keller funds annually to
community-based programs through a competitive grant program. The current in-house developed grant management
system has limited capabilities and does not work with mobile computing devices. GrantStream’s management
system, Benevity, will reduce manual processing of grant funds distribution. It will also provide staff with better
reporting and mobile computing capabilities. This proposed contract amendment will extend the term and amend the
payment limit to cover the next three annual application hosting, utilization, system maintenance and support
payments.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Joanne Buenger (925)
313-1202
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors
on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc:
C. 69
To:Board of Supervisors
From:David Twa, County Administrator
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:GrantStream Incorporated Master Services Contract Amendment/Extension
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 651
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
In accordance with Administrative Bulletin No 611.0, County departments are required to obtain Board approval for
single item purchases over $100,000. The County Administrator’s Office has reviewed this request and recommends
approval.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The system would not be maintained and supported. Staff would not have an efficient means to administer the grant
program.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 652
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Department, to execute an amendment
to Purchase Order #F06787 with Tiernan-Leino Dental Laboratory to add $99,000 for a new total not to exceed
$198,000 for dental supplies and prosthetics for the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and Health
Centers, and the Martinez and West County Detention Facilities with no change in the original term of September 1,
2016 through August 31, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I budget.
BACKGROUND:
CCRMC and Health Centers, and the Detention Facilities purchase large quantities of dental supplies and prosthetics
from this vendor. Due to an increase in usage, it is necessary to add money to the purchase order.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this purchase order amendment is not approved, the dental clinics at each location will be unable to treat patients.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Anna Roth, 925-370-5101
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: June McHuen, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Margaret Harris
C. 70
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Amendment to Purchase Order with Tierman-Leino Dental Laboratory
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 653
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution No. 2017/369:
1. Approving the issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (the "Bonds") by the California Municipal
Finance Authority (CMFA) in an amount not to exceed $47,000,000, for the benefit of Monterey Venture LP, a
California limited partnership, or another partnership or other entity created by MRK Partners, or one or more
affiliates thereof (the "Borrower"), to provide for the financing of the acquisition, rehabilitation, improvement and
equipping of a 324-unit multifamily housing development generally known as Monterey Pines Apartments located at
680 South 37th Street in the City of Richmond. Such adoption is solely for the purposes of satisfying the requirements
of the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA), the Code and the California Government Code
Section 6500 (and following).
2. Authorizing and directing the Chair of the Board of Supervisors, the Vice-Chair of the Board of Supervisors, the
County Administrator, the County Assistant Deputy Director of Conservation and Development, County Counsel and
the Clerk of the Board to execute such other agreements, documents and certificates, and to perform such other acts
and deeds, as may be necessary or convenient to effect the purposes of the Resolution and the transactions
authorized.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Kara Douglas
925-647-7880
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 71
To:Board of Supervisors
From:John Kopchik, Director, Conservation & Development Department
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds - Monterey Pines Apartments
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 654
FISCAL IMPACT:
No impact to the General Fund. The County will be reimbursed for any costs incurred in the process of
conducting the TEFRA Hearing. The CMFA will issue tax-exempt revenue bonds on behalf of the Borrower.
Repayment of the Bonds is solely the responsibility of the Borrower.
BACKGROUND:
Monterey Venture LP, with the City of Richmond's support, requested the County to conduct a Tax Equity and
Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA) hearing for the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA)
issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds in an amount not to exceed $47,000,000 to be used to finance
the acquisition, development and construction of a 324-unit multifamily rental housing development commonly
known as Monterey Pines Apartments located at 680 South 37th Street in the City of Richmond, California (the
"Project"). The Project will be operated by Apartment Management Consultants. A TEFRA Hearing must be held
by an elected body of the governmental entity having jurisdiction over the area where the project is located in
order for all or a portion of the Bonds to qualify as tax-exempt bonds for the financing of the Project. The County
is a member of the CMFA and qualifies as an elected body of the governmental entity having jurisdiction over the
area where the project is located.
The main purposes of the proposed Resolution are to acknowledge that a public hearing was held by the County's
Assistant Deputy Director on October 12, 2017, where members of the community were given an opportunity to
speak in favor of or against the use of tax-exempt bonds for the financing of the project and to approve of CMFA's
use of tax-exempt bonds for the financing of the Project. No public comments were received. A notice of the
hearing was published in the Contra Costa Times (proof of publication attached) on September 28, 2017.
The County's only role in this transaction was to hold the TEFRA hearing and to grant the limited approval
described above. Additional actions related to the bond issuance will be the responsibility of CMFA and the
Borrower.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Negative action would prevent CMFA from providing tax-exempt financing for the Monterey Pines Apartments
project in Richmond.
AGENDA ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 2017/369
Proof of Publication
TEFRA Hearing Transcript
MINUTES ATTACHMENTS
Signed Resolution No. 2017/369
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 655
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board
Adopted this Resolution on 10/24/2017 by the following vote:
AYE:
John Gioia
Candace Andersen
Diane Burgis
Karen Mitchoff
Federal D. Glover
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
RECUSE:
Resolution No. 2017/369
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA APPROVING THE
ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE
BONDS IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $47,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FINANCING OR REFINANCING THE ACQUISITION, REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPPING
OF MONTEREY PINES APARTMENTS AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO
WHEREAS, Monterey Venture LP (the “Borrower”) or a partnership created by MRK Partners (the “Developer”), consisting at
least of the Developer or a related person to the Developer and one or more limited partners, has requested that the California
Municipal Finance Authority (the “Authority”) participate in the issuance of one or more series of revenue bonds issued from
time to time, including bonds issued to refund such revenue bonds in one or more series from time to time, in an aggregate
principal amount not to exceed $47,000,000 (the “Bonds”) for the acquisition, rehabilitation, improvement and equipping of a
324-unit multifamily rental housing project located at 680 South 37th Street, Richmond, California, generally known as
Monterey Pines Apartments (the “Project”) and operated by Apartment Management Consultants LLC; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), the issuance of the Bonds by the
Authority must be approved by the County of Contra Costa (the “County”) because the Project is located within the territorial
limits of the County; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County (the “Board of Supervisors”) is the elected legislative body of the County
and is one of the “applicable elected representatives” required to approve the issuance of the Bonds under Section 147(f) of the
Code; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has requested that the Board of Supervisors approve the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority in
order to satisfy the public approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code and the requirements of Section 4 of the Joint
Exercise of Powers Agreement Relating to the California Municipal Finance Authority, dated as of January 1, 2004 (the
“Agreement”), among certain local agencies, including the County; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, the Assistant Deputy Director, Department of Conservation and
Development of the County has, following notice duly given, held a public hearing regarding the issuance of the Bonds, and a
summary of any oral or written testimony received at the public hearing has been presented to the Board of Supervisors for their
consideration; and
WHEREAS, the Board now desires to approve the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Contra Costa as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing resolutions are true and correct.
Section 2. The Board of Supervisors hereby approves the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority. It is the purpose and intent of
the Board of Supervisors that this resolution constitute approval of the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority, for the purposes
of (a) Section 147(f) of the Code by the applicable elected representative of the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the
area in which the Project is located, in accordance with said Section 147(f) and (b) Section 4 of the Agreement.
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Section 3. The issuance of the Bonds shall be subject to the approval of the Authority of all financing documents relating thereto
to which the Authority is a party. The County shall have no responsibility or liability whatsoever with respect to the Bonds.
Section 4. The adoption of this Resolution shall not obligate the County or any department thereof to (i) provide any financing to
acquire or construct the Project or any refinancing of the Project; (ii) approve any application or request for or take any other
action in connection with any planning approval, permit or other action necessary for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation,
installation or operation of the Project; (iii) make any contribution or advance any funds whatsoever to the Authority; or (iv) take
any further action with respect to the Authority or its membership therein.
Section 5. The Chair of the Board of Supervisors, the Vice-Chair of the Board of Supervisors, the County Administrator, the
County Assistant Deputy Director of Conservation and Development, County Counsel, are hereby authorized and directed,
jointly and severally, to do any and all things and to execute and deliver any and all documents which they deem necessary or
advisable in order to carry out, give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this resolution and the financing transaction
approved hereby.
Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Contact: Kara Douglas 925-647-7880
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 657
C.71
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 658
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 659
I certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing
is true and correct.
Executed at Walnut Creek, California.
On this 28th day of September, 2017.
Legal No. West County Times
1050 Marina Way S
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 262-2740
PROOF OF PUBLICATION
FILE NO. TEFRA Monterey Pines Apts.
In the matter of
West County Times
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the County
aforesaid; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to
or interested in the above-entitled matter.
I am the Principal Legal Clerk of the West County Times, a
newspaper of general circulation, printed and published at 2640
Shadelands Drive in the City of Walnut Creek, County of Contra
Costa, 94598
And which newspaper has been adjudged a newspaper of
general circulation by the Superior Court of the County of Contra
Costa, State of California, under the date of August 29, 1978.
Case Number 188884.
The notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy (set in type not
smaller than nonpareil), has been published in each regular and
entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof
on the following dates, to-wit:
09/28/2017
Signature
3646650
ORRICK PUBLIC FINANCE
405 HOWARD ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94105
0006034343
1r.BP316-07/17/17
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 660
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 661
RECOMMENDATION(S):
ACCEPT the 2016 Crop Report and AUTHORIZE submittal of the report to the California Department of Food and
Agriculture.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact
BACKGROUND:
Sections 2271 (a) and 2279 of the California Food and Agriculture Code require the County Agricultural
Commissioner to submit an annual report to the State Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
regarding the condition, acreage, production and value of agricultural products in the county. The annual report also
include what is being done to eradicate, control or manage pests and actions relating to the exclusion of pests or
quarantines against pests. The report includes information about organic farming, biotechnology, integrated pest
management and biological control activities in the County. The 2016 Crop Report provides core agricultural
statistical data and programmatic information about Contra Costa County. It contains information about the many
sources of food production in the County, including commercial and small-scale diversified farms, community and
school gardens, nurseries, and livestock production. In addition, articles on drought, native plants, cherry production,
urban agriculture and the work being completed by Weights and Measures staff are included illustrating the diversity
of farming in the County and the work that the County Agricultural Commissioner's office does to support a robust
agricultural industry.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: (925) 646-5250
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 72
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Matt Slattengren
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:2016 Crop Report for Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 662
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The annual filing of a county crop report is required of the Agricultural Commissioner per Sections 2272(a) and
2279 of the California Food and Agricultural Code. A negative action would delay filing or prevent submission.
ATTACHMENTS
2016 Crop Report
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 663
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY AGRICULTURAL CROP REPORT 2016 & 2018 CALENDAR October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes664
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 1 Assistant Agricultural Commissioner Matt Slattengren Deputy Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Beth Slate, Larry Yost, Steve Reymann Agricultural Biologists Karen Adler, Keri Brumfield, Mariah DeNijs, Ralph Fonseca, Ivan Godwyn, Mortay Mendoza, Abdoulaye Niang, Lucas Pattie, Wil Schaub, Cecilie Siegel, Jorge Vargas Weights and Measures Sealers Gabriel Adebote, Christine Buelna, Patrick Bowen, Ngozi Egbuna, Harmeet Gill, Chris Michaels, Joel Rocha Agricultural & Standards Aides Simone Ackermann, David Hallinan, Greg Spurlock Administrative Support Roxann Crosby, Stephanna Hidalgo Information Technology Support Susan Wright Pest Detection, Pest Management, and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Staff Danilo Angcla, Artie Basavaraj, Amanda Crosby, Barry Dagenbach, Warren Kawamoto, Karin Linnen, John Luzar, Rick Mata, Linda Mazur, Kerry Motts, Eldren Prieto, Daniel Sinz, Lindsay Skidmore, Shannon Smith, Elisabeth Topete, Wendy Winter, Tom Wright, Oscar Zaldua Pest Quarantine Detector Canines Cairo DeNijs, Conan Siegel Table of Contents Staff Title Page No Month Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer’s Letter 2 - Mission Statement 3 - Leading Crops 4 Oct. – Dec. 2017 Production Summary 6 January 2018 Vegetable and Seed Crops 8 February 2018 Livestock and Livestock Products 10 March 2018 Pest Exclusion & Canine Teams 12 April 2018 Field Crops 14 May 2018 IPM Achievement Award 16 June 2018 Fruit and Nut Crops 18 July 2018 Certified Farmer’s Market 20 August 2018 Nursery Production 22 September 2018 The Summer of the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter 24 October 2018 Pest Detection 26 November 2018 And then came the Rain 28 December 2018 Weights & Measures 30 January 2019 Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures 2366-A Stanwell Circle Concord, CA 94520 (925) 646-5250 http://www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/1542/Agriculture-Weights-Measures email: AgCommissioner@ag.cccounty.us Crop Report Photo Credits and our Special Thanks go to: x Steve Verduzco for the front cover and December photographs. More of his work can be seen at www.facebook.com/ourtownbrentwoodca. x Utopia Animal Rescue, Texas for providing the April photograph. Background photo: Garlic harvest in Brentwood We are moving by the end of 2017! Our new address and phone number will be: 2380 Bisso Lane Concord, CA 94520 (925) 608-6600 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes665
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 2 Karen Ross, Secretary California Department of Food and Agriculture and The Honorable Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County I am pleased to submit the 2016 Agricultural Crop Report for Contra Costa County in accordance with the provisions of Section 2272 and 2279 of the California Food and Agricultural Code. This report includes information on additional topics, including Certified Farmers’ Markets, the Mayor’s Healthy Cook-Off Challenge, pest interceptions, and rainfall data. The total gross value of agricultural crops in 2016 was $128,100,000, which is a decrease of $451,000 or 0.4% from 2015. In general, demand and prices have remained strong for agricultural crops in Contra Costa County. Crop values vary from year to year due to factors such as production, weather, and market conditions. Some notable changes include an almost 45% increase in fruit and nut crop values due to more cultivated acreage, and a moderate decrease of $8,700,000 in livestock and livestock product values due to lower market prices. Vegetable and seed production conditions remained largely unchanged with a small increase in production values of $1,000,000. Several crop categories exceeded one million dollars in value. These categories in decreasing order include cattle and calves, tomatoes, sweet corn, grapes, miscellaneous vegetables, field corn, miscellaneous field crops, cherries, rangeland, and peaches. It should be emphasized that the values stated in this report are gross receipts and do not include the cost of production, transportation, or marketing of the products. The economic benefit of agricultural production is generally thought to be about three times the gross production value. Of particular note is the format change of the annual report, which incorporates a 2018 calendar, as we are looking toward the next prosperous growing season. I truly appreciate the agricultural producers and organizations that shared information and supported our efforts in completing this report. Special recognition goes to all of the staff who assisted in compiling this information to make this report possible. Respectfully Submitted, Humberto Izquierdo Agricultural Commissioner Sealer of Weights and Measures Contra Costa County Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer’s Letter HbtI idOctober 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes666
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 3 Mission Statement The Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture, under the direction of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, Department of Pesticide Regulation, and Division of Measurement Standards, is responsible for conducting regulatory and service activities pertaining to the agricultural industry and the consumers of our County. The primary goal of this office is to promote and protect agriculture while safeguarding the public and the environment. Our work as County Weights and Measures officials in the community ensures a safe place to live and a fair marketplace for trade. October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes667
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 4 23.3 23.3 20.0 13.8 10.7 4.5 4.1 4.0 3.5 1.8 USD Millions Leading Crops October 2017 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 10/9: Columbus Day 10/31: Halloween November 2017 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 11/5: End Daylight Saving Time 11/11:Veterans Day 11/23: Thanksgiving Day December 2017 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 12/6 + 12/9: Grower CE Classes 12/25: Christmas Day 12/31: New Year’s Eve October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes668
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 6 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 31 1 New Year’s Day 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Day 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 January2018 PRODUCTION SUMMARY Overall total production values declined marginally in 2016. Values for fruit and nut crops increased sharply in both acreage and value, whereas livestock and livestock products experienced a strong downward trend. Vegetable and seed crops are leading agricultural production by a wide margin, followed by fruit and nut crops in second, with livestock and livestock products in close pursuit. Nursery production acreage has diminished by half, but gross value has remained steady. Vegetable& SeedCropsFruit &Nut CropsLivestock&LivestockProductsFieldCropsNurseryProducts42 % 20 % 20 % 13 % 5 % Gross Production Values in Percent eport 2016Page 6t Gross Value Change in Gross Value Total Cultivated Acreage Change in Acreage Ranking Category 2016 2015 % 2016 2015 % 2016 2015 Vegetable & Seed Crops $53,908,000 $52,883,000 +2 8,977 9,051 -1 1 1 Fruit & Nut Crops $25,673,000 $17,724,000 +45 4,183 3,245 +29 2 4 Livestock & Livestock Products $24,981,000 $33,673,000 -26 n/a n/a n/a 3 2 Field Crops $16,845,000 $17,821,000 -5 197,405 192,958 +2 4 3 Nursery Products $6,649,000 $6,405,000 +4 21 43 -51 5 5 Total $128,056,000 128,507,000 -0.4 210,586 205,297 -2.5 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes670
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 8 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT February 2018 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Valentine’s Day 15 16 17 18 19 Presidents’ Day 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 04VEGETABLE AND SEED CROPS Sweet corn remained the leading vegetable crop due to continuing demand for this Contra Costa County high quality product. Total value grew by 15% due to an increase in harvested acreage. Total tomato value decreased by 12% due to less harvested acreage. Also noticeable was the lower total value for processing tomatoes, which was down 19%. This decrease was due to less harvested acreage and lower market prices. 1 Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts and literature. 2 Includes fresh and processing tomatoes. 3 Includes asparagus, artichokes, beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, cardoon, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, ginseng, kohlrabi, lettuce, okra, onions, greens, herbs, melons, mushrooms, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, radishes, squash, and wheat grass. 1 Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts and literature.Crop YearHarvested Acreage Production Per Acre Tons Harvested Value Per Ton Total Value1 Sweet Corn 2016 2015 4,026 3,629 11.00 tons 10.63 tons 44,300 38,600 $525 $525 $23,258,000 $20,252,000 Tomatoes2 2016 2015 3,520 4,172 48.01 tons 48.89 tons 169,000 204,000 various $19,987,000 $22,767,000 Misc.3 2016 2015 1,431 1,250 various various various $10,663,000 $9,864,000 Total 2016 2015 8,977 9,051 $53,908,000 $52,883,000 55555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555566666666666666666666666777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777778888888888888888888888888888888888888888888899999999999999999999999912121212121212121212121212121212122221212221212121222221222111221111111121111111113131313131313131313131111313131313111311331311313111313313313111313331133311333133311333333333333331313333141114111114141414144414111114111111114111414444VVVaVaaVaVaVVaVaVVallellleleleleleeelentntntntntntntntniininiinininnnininee’e’’’e’e’e’e’e’ee’e’e’e’’es sss sssss sssssss sssssssDaDaDDDDDaDDDaDaaDaDaDaDayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy1515151515151151111115151515151511151555555555551515155551555555555516111616116161616161616161666166616666666666611161619191911919919111911919119999991999919111919919191111119919191919119191919111911991911119PPPPPrPrPPPPPPrPrrPPPrPrPrPrPrrrPrrrrPrrPrreeeeeeseseseseeeeseeseeididididenenenntstststtsts’’’’’’’’’DDDDDDDaDaDaDaDaDaDaDaDaDDDDDaDaaaDaaaDDaaDDaaDaDayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy2020200200000200020202022020200202020002020200200000000202000220020020202002020202022222222221222222121212121212121121211122121212212212212122121211222212121122122122212122212222212222122222212222222222222211112222222112222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222223232323223232323232323232232222222223323333333October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes672
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 10 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Begin Daylight Saving Time 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Good Friday 31 04LIVESTOCK & LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS The gross value for cattle products decreased significantly in 2016 due to overall lower market prices. The relatively large price decline is presumably due to a combination of factors. One of the reasons was herd reductions during 2015/2016, which in turn oversupplied the market. Other reasons influencing prices were uncertainty factors with respect to trade agreements and federal programs that may no longer be available to farmers in the mid- to long-term. March 2018 t 2016Page10Good FridayCommodity Year Number of Head Total Live Weight Value Per CWT Total Value1 Cattle & Calves 2016 2015 19,257 20,506 169,134 lbs 182,060 lbs $138 $173 $23,267,000 $31,519,000 Apiary Products2 2016 2015 N/A N/A N/A $414,000 $454,000 Misc. Livestock3 20162015 N/A N/A N/A $1,300,000$1,700,000 Total 2016 2015 N/A N/A N/A $24,981,000 $33,673,000 1 Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts and literature. 2 Includes honey, wax and pollination. 3 Includes chickens, ducks, emus, goats, hogs, llamas, ostriches, pigs, rabbits, sheep, turkeys, milk, wool and eggs. 55566677788889991211113333333311113333331113333133331333133113333311113111113141414144414414414141414141441141115151115515151516166161616116619111919119191999199191919119191919999199111999191919191919919191919919119920202022202022002020202220220222200222200222002200221222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222322222323232323223233332223322333222232322223October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes674
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 11 Conan, Agriculture Detector Dog October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes675
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 14 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT May 2018 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Mother’s Day 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Memorial Day 29 30 31 FIELD CROPS In 2016, the total value of all field crops decreased in spite of slightly more harvested acreage. The lower prices were especially evident for alfalfa, cereal hay, and rangeland. The value for wheat was slightly higher than during the prior year. The harvested acreage for miscellaneous field crops more than doubled in 2016 with a 71% increase in total value. Irrigated pasture prices remained steady. 1 Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts, and literature. 2 Includes barley, forage hay, hay (wild), rye, safflower, silage, straw, Sudan grass, and sorghum. 311Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts,and literature.2Crop Year Harvested Acreage Production Per Acre Tons Harvested Unit Value Per Unit Total Value 1 Alfalfa Hay 2016 2015 1,909 2,947 4.16 5.13 15,100 7,940 Ton $155.70 $218.42 $1,236,000 $3,298,000 Cereal Hay 2016 2015 2,917 2,420 4.54 2.64 13,200 6,390 Ton $55.38 $128.80 $823,000 $731,000 Field Corn 2016 2015 7,408 6,176 3.92 3.87 29,000 23,900 Ton $153.55 $154.18 $4,453,000 $3,685,000 Irrigated Pasture 2016 2015 5,450 5,450 n/a n/a Acre $300.00 $300.00 $1,635,000 $1,635,000 Rangeland 2016 2015 169,000 169,000 n/a n/a Acre $21.00 $29.00 $3,549,000 $4,918,000 Wheat 2016 2015 3,063 3,921 2.06 1.76 6,310 6,550 Ton $183.68 $164.54 $1,159,000 $1,078,000 Misc.2 2016 2015 7,658 3,244 various various var. various $4,082,000 $2,384,000 Total 2016 2015 197,405 192,958 $16,845,000 $17,821,000 7777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777778888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888889999999999901110101011010011101010101101000010101101100100001101010100000011101010010110101001010011010001100010100000001010000000101100000011010000001001000000000000110000100000000110000000001000000000001000000000000010000000000000100000000001111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111114141414141441444114141411441114411114141111111111111111111111111115555555555555555555555555555555555111111616161616161616111111611161111117111717171717111171771771771717111717111711171171177711717777171717181818181818181818881888888818818181818818888888888888888188888888888888882222222212121212212121212121121212122121211221211112222222221122212112122212122112121222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222232322323222232323232333323232322222322232333223223222232332322222223232322232323232322223232322322322322232232322233233222223233223232323332222223322222222322242424242424242444244444444444444444444222252222522525252552222222222525222555255222552522552252222255255252255255October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes678
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 16 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT June 2018 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Father’s Day 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 0INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM) ACHIEVEMENT AWARD In 1987, increased efforts to prevent the establishment of cherry buckskin disease began in Contra Costa County. The disease can destroy entire cherry orchards if left unchecked. Transmitted by leafhoppers, the disease is difficult to detect because symptoms aren't obvious until harvest, which is the busiest time for growers. Combined collaboration of Department of Agriculture staff, UC Farm Advisor / Master Gardeners, and growers to scout for disease symptoms, followed by immediate action to remove diseased trees has resulted in disease-free cherry trees during harvest in 2016. Through proactive outreach efforts the program has eliminated the need for continuing preventative sprays. In 2016, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) honored the success of this program with an IPM Achievement Award to prevent the establishment of Cherry Buckskin disease. In 2013, Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture received an IPM award for adopting a comprehensive IPM plan for controlling exotic insects and suppressing noxious weeds and vertebrate pests, making this the second award received from DPR since the program’s inception. 4444444444444444445555555555555555555555555555556667777777777777777777777777777777777777777888888888888888888888881111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111112121212121121212212121212122222222221222212122222222121222211122222222222222222222221222222212221213131313111411114141414141444141444444114141441444444441414411444114444114114414411111111415151515151515111515111115115518181818181818188818181181881919191919991919999191911911202020202020202020212212211221222122222222222222222222526272829October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes680
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 18 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 Independence Day 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 1Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts, and literature. 2Includes almonds, apples, apriums, Asian pears, berries, citrus, figs, melons, pears, pecans, persimmons, pistachios, prunes, pomegranates, quinces and strawberries. July 2018 748FRUIT AND NUT CROPS Harvested acreage and tonnage of fruit and nut crops increased significantly in 2016. The value of grapes increased substantially, resulting in a nearly 47% higher total value. The cherry crop was unusually good this year with an almost 50% higher yield per harvested acre totaling a 43% increase in total value compared to the prior year. 27281Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts,andliterature.281Crop Year Harvested Acreage Production Per Acre Harvested Tons Value Per Ton Total Value 1 Apricots 2016 2015 101 88 5.15 tons 4.26 tons 520 375 $2,063 $3,635 $1,073,000 $1,363,000 Cherries 2016 2015 580 479 1.48 tons 1.03 tons 858 493 $4,660 $4,634 $3,998,000 $2,285,000 Grapes 2016 2015 2,499 1,900 5.05 tons 4.70 tons 12,600 8,930 $1,096 $824 $13,810,000 $7,368,000 Nectarines 2016 2015 31 23 5.73 tons 3.37 tons 176 76 $2,712 $6,581 $483,000 $500,000 Olives 2016 2015 158 131 2.13 tons 2.22 tons 337 291 $876 $685 $295,000 $199,000 Peaches 2016 2015 125 110 5.88 tons 3.39 tons 735 373 $2,491 $4,683 $1,831,000 $1,747,000 Plums &Pluots 20162015 3832 5.46 tons4.21 tons 207133 $3,234$5,253 $669,000$699,000 Walnuts 2016 2015 450 374 2.28 tons 2.08 tons 1,030 777 $1,776 $3,145 $1,829,000 $2,444,000 Misc. 2 2016 2015 201 109 various various various $1,685,000 $1,119,000 Total 2016 2015 4,183 3,245 $25,673,000 $17,724,000 9999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999991111111000010001111100111111111011110101111011111001110100101010010011110100001011010111001101001111111100110100101101101111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111212212121211222121212121221121111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111666666666666666666666666666661111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111117777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777771111111111111188888888888888888111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999923232323233232333233333333333333333333222222244244242424424222224242424224424222442424424422242244442442222422244222222222424222222242242422242242224222224222242444244224422222222222222222222222255555555552222222222222666666666666666October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes682
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 20 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT August 2018 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 Certified Farmers’ Markets (CFM) The Department of Agriculture inspects and certifies growers who plan to sell at a Certified Farmers’ Market. Agricultural Biologists inspect both growing grounds and market booths to confirm that producers grow what they sell. In 2016, Contra Costa County Agricultural Department certified 23 farmers’ markets, issued 51 Certified Producer’s Certificates, and conducted 100 market inspections. Currently operating Farmers’ Markets in Contra Costa County: CFM Name Day Alamo Sun Antioch Kaiser Thu Brentwood Sat Clayton Sat Concord Tue + Thu Danville Sat Diablo Valley Shadelands Sat El Cerrito Tue + Sat Kensington Sun Martinez Sun Moraga Sun Orinda Sat Pinole Sat Pittsburg Sat Pleasant Hill Sat Richmond Fri Rossmoor Fri San Ramon Bishop Ranch 2 Sat San Ramon Bishop Ranch 3 Thu Walnut Creek Kaiser Tue Walnut Creek Sun 8thAnnual Contra Costa County Mayor’s Healthy Cook-Off Challenge On August 11, 2016 six Contra Costa County mayors gathered at Todos Santos Plaza in Concord to help promote healthy cooking alternatives, using all fresh ingredients. The annual event allowed the participating mayors to cook Iron Chef-style, along with a chef from a local restaurant or catering business and a sous chef from the Mt. Diablo High School nutrition and hospitality program. The event was hosted by Wellness City Challenge, the City of Concord, and Pacific Coast Farmers’ Market Association. The Department of Agriculture was instrumental in procuring a bounty of fresh ingredients from the following local farms, thereby promoting the diverse agricultural production of Contra Costa County: Dal Porto Beef, Dwelley Farms, Eden Plains Organic Farm, McCauley Olive Groves, and Shelly’s Eggs in Brentwood; First Generation Farmers and Smith Family Farms in Knightsen; and Sunnyside Organic Farm in Richmond. The winner of the event was Pleasant Hill, with Danville taking second, and Antioch placing third. 777777777777777777777888888888888888888888899999999999999999991445151515151115555111115151115555555555551115155555555555511515115151555151151515151151515151515155515151515151511551555151515151515151151515155551511151555111515151515555551515115151515555515115155555555115555511555151515555151555155155555515515155151515555151115555555511511555155555555511116116161616161616661161616166616161166161666666666661666666666666616616666666661616166161666616666666666666166661616666616666666616661616616666666666661666666666212121111121221221212122222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222333333October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes684
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 22 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT September 2018 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 Labor Day 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 NURSERY PRODUCTION In 2016, overall nursery production values significantly increased from the prior year. The value for flowers and foliage decreased substantially due to closures of businesses that produced a variety of house plants and orchids. 33333333333333333333333333333333333333LLLLaLaLLaLaLaLLaLaLLLaLaaLaaaLaaaLLaaaaLaaaaaaaaaaaaaaabbbbbbbbbbbbbbobbbbbbbbobboboooor rrrrrrrrr rrr rrr r r r r rr rrr rrrrDDaDaDDDDaDaDaDaDaDaaDaDaDaDaDDaDaaDaDaDaDDaaaaDaaaaDaDaaDDaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy44444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444455555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555555666666666666666666666666666666666666666666666666667777777777771010101010101010101010101010001010100101010101010110101010100001010101001110110110010101011111011111111111111111111111111111011110100011110101011010110111110010111111100111111110111111111111111101111101000111111001111100001111011111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111122121211121221122122121212221221221221212122122222211121212112222222211111121212222222222112112121212111222222212121111212111221222212211121111212122211212121212121111212121222221121212121211212221221222122111212122122222111212122222222111212122221221222222222122221212222212222212222222222211122222221121221222212111222222121212222121221122221212121222122222112122222131331313131313333331313133333131313331113111333331313131113333113131333133333131313131333131313313333313131313333313131331131313133331131333133311313333313111333333331333131333113333313111333311333333331113131133113331131113311414141411141414141414111141444141414441444144141414114144111414111414111414411111111414411111111441114141111171111717177717171717171717171717171171177177111717171771771171777117777717711777171777177171717171171717171717171177117717777177711711771177777771777777777718111181811818181818118181888888888181111181888888888888818118118118181818888888888181181118181818188188881811118188881811818111888888111188888888818111811888888188181888111888888811111188888881188888888118181118888118881181888888888888818188111188881819911111119999191991919111111111191999999191191911199191111111119191191919191191111911119119991911919111111919191919919919991911111999111199111911919191119119191919991191991199191199991111991199919991111999199999111999111999119999119920202020202202022020020202022020202020202020220202202022000020002200000221212121211111111121111221211121111211111110Commodity Year Greenhouse Production Field Production Total Value1 Flowers & Foliage 2016 2015 26,000 sq.ft. 72,000 sq.ft. n/an/a$20,000 $44,000 Nursery Products 2016 2015 39,725 sq.ft. 39,725 sq.ft. 21.0 acres 40.0 acres $6,629,000 $6,361,000 Total 2016 2015 $6,649,000 $6,406,000 1 Values represent rounded estimates based on data collected from producers, experts and literature. October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes686
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 23 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Columbus Day 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Halloween 1 October 2018 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes687
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 24 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Columbus Day 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Halloween 1 October 2018 The Summer of the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Homalodisca vitripennisAgricultural inspectors are instrumental in the detection of adult Glassy-winged Sharpshooters (GWSS) and egg masses on nursery stock and plant shipments that originate from infested areas, which are located mainly in southern California. During the summer of 2016, our inspectors found adult GWSS in four different nurseries between June 15 and September 22, in San Ramon, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, and Brentwood. Increased monitoring and highly focused treatments at the find sites ensured complete eradication of GWSS at these nurseries. These measures have created a system that allows for environmentally sound management of this insect pest. 22222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222233333333333334444444444499999999999999999999999999999999991110101010100100101100011011101010111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111161616116161616161616116161161616161111611616161616616666666666666666666666666661616611111667171717177171711777777718181818181818181818188181118111181818111111111111888111111811118181111881811111188222222323232323232322233232232223223232322222332222223333322442525225252525255555255252522522225Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (GWSS) and Pierce’s Disease Since its introduction into California in the early 1990s, the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (GWSS) has become an agricultural pest that is threatening the multi-billion dollar viticulture industry of California. It is the main source of the spread of Pierce’s disease in grapevines. GWSS infects plants with the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa while feeding on the sap of the xylem of a vine. Pierce’s disease control is based entirely on preventing infection. Therefore, keeping GWSS populations in check is the primary goal. Research to develop disease resistant vines is currently underway. October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes688
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 25 General Fruit Fly Trap (McPhail) Mediterranean Fruit Fly Trap Contra Costa County Crop ReGeneral Fruit Fly Trap (McPhail)Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Trap Japanese Beetle Trap 2016Page 25Mediterranean Fruit Fly TrapeportOriental Fruit Fly Trap Japanese Beetle TrapGypsy Moth Trap October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes689
Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 26 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT November 2018 30 31 1 2 Oriental Fruit Fly 3 4 End Daylight Saving Time 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Veterans Day 12 13 Mexican Fruit Fly 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Thanksgiving Day 23 24 25 Mediterranean Fruit Fly 26 27 28 29 30 1 0741PEST DETECTION The Department of Agriculture works to ensure that new and invasive pests do not find a way to establish themselves in our County. If left unchecked, unwanted pests can trigger quarantine measures costing our agricultural industry millions of dollars in lost revenue while necessitating large increases in pesticide use to control the pest. Contra Costa County pest detection staff monitors various insect traps throughout the County, using various lures and visual attractants to detect quarantine insects before they can spread. In December 2016, the Asian Citrus Psyllid (ACP) - pictured below - was detected in two residential citrus trees within our County. ACP acts as a vector spreading a devastating disease of citrus trees called citrus greening or “Huanglongbing” (HLB). Diseased trees will eventually die off within a few years. If an invasive pest is found in one of our many hundreds of monitored insect traps, immediate steps are taken to eradicate the pest by disrupting its lifecycle so that the locally detected insect population doesn’t become a widespread infestation that is difficult to control. yInsect Pest Total No. of Traps Total Trap Servicings Insect Pest Total No. of Traps Total Trap Servicings Asian Citrus Psyllid 840 2,520 Japanese Beetle 672 4,032 General Fruit Fly 887 26,610 Mediterranean Fruit Fly 891 12,474 Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter 1,023 16,431 Melon Fly 891 6,683 Gypsy Moth 722 4,332 Oriental Fruit Fly 891 12,474 222222222222222222222222OOrOrOrrrrieieieentntntnnttttalalalalaaalllllFrFrrFruiuiuiiuiiiit t t tFlFlFllFFFFlyyyyyy3333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333333325252555252525252252522525525555252525252525252225552522225522252MeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMMMMeMMeMeMMMMMMMeMeMeMMMMMMMMeMMMeMMMMeeMMdididididdidididididdiiiidididididddidiidtetetetetetteteteteteteteteeeteeteteeeeeeteetttetettteteteerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrananananananananananananananannnannnananaaannneaeaeaeaeaeaeaeaaeaeaeaeeeeaeaeaeaeeeennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnFFFFFFFrFrFFFFrFrFrFrFrFrFrrFrFrFrFrFrrFrFrFrFrFrFrFFrrFrrFFFFFFrFrrrFrrrrrFrFrrrFrFrFFrFFrruuuiuuiuuiuiuiuuiuiiiiuiiiuiuiuiuuiuiuiiuiuiuiuiuiuiuiiuiiuiuiuuiuuiuiuiuuiuiuiuiiuiuuttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttFFFFFlFllFlFFlFllFllFllFllFlFlFllFlFFlFlFFlFllFFlFlFllFlFlFFFFFFFFFllllFyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy2626262666626262626666222226222626262662666626FrFFrFFFFrFrFrrrrrrrFrrrruiuuuiuuiuiuuiuuuuuuuiuiuitttttttt t t tt t t FlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFFFFyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy1313111313131313131333133113333331331313133333131313MeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeMeeMMeMeeeeeexixixixixixixixixixixixiiixixxcacacacacacacacacaccacccccacacacannnnnnnnnnnnnnFrFrFrFrFrFrFrFrFrFrrFrFFFuiuiuiuiuiuiuiuiuiuiiuiiuiiuutt t t t tt t t t t tttFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFlFFlFyyyyyyyyyyyy141414141414144141441444141414114141411411144Asian Citrus Psyllid (Diaphorina citri) Actual size of insect is 0.125 inches October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes690
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 28 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT December2018 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Christmas Day 26 27 28 29 30 31 051015202530354045RichmondConcordBrentwoodinches 18529AND THEN CAME THE RAIN After four years of severely dry conditions, a wetter 2016 winter and spring helped California partially recover surface water storage and increased recharge to some aquifers. The USDA/Forest Service reported that approximately 102 million trees had died during California’s drought years with 62 million in 2016 alone. Fortunately, with 2.61 inches of rain in October and another 3.14 inches by the end of December, the beginning of the end of a long dry period had arrived and 30% of California had emerged from the drought. Statewide crop revenue losses due to drought conditions in 2016 were estimated $247 million. Drought-related idle land totaled almost 79,000 acres in California. Rainfall Accumulations and Averages (in) Season Richmond Concord Brentwood 2006/2007 15.12 8.20 6.96 2007/2008 17.61 12.38 9.39 2008/2009 24.08 14.98 8.66 2009/2010 29.55 23.58 15.48 2010/2011 32.30 24.73 15.89 2011/2012 23.44 14.52 8.93 2012/2013 21.33 14.91 11.12 2013/2014 13.95 11.97 7.36 2014/2015 20.78 17.27 12.64 2015/2016 27.05 18.92 13.92 2016/2017 41.70 33.64 19.97 10-Yr. Avg. 2006-2016 24.26 17.74 11.85 50-Yr. Avg. 1960-2010 25.43 19.40 12.99 Source: California Department of Water Resources 444444444444444455555555555555666666666661111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111211121112121211111111221212121212122122222111111111212121212212222122211112121111121221212122111211111121221212121221211211112122221111122121212121111122211122222122121221212122121222221221222112221212111111122111221221211112111111111111111111111121111112111111111211131131313131313131311313131311311113113311333331111818181818188818181888888888888881111111111111119191999999999999999999911999199999999999999919999999199999999999919999999999999999991999191920202020222222020202020200October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes692
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Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 Page 30 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT January2019 1 New Year’s Day 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 Weights & Measures 1 Includes reinspections 1Includes reinspectionsMeasuring Devices Devices Inspected1 Vehicle Fuel Station Meters 6,210 Electric Submeters 227 Water Meters & Submeters 193 Vapor/LPG Meters & Submeters 181 Taxi Meters 546 Other Measuring Devices 235 Weighing Devices Light Capacity Retail Scales 2,646 Heavy Capacity Retail Scales 306 Vehicle/Railway Scales 106 Prescription/Jewelers Scales 40 Livestock/Animal Scales 26 Other Weighing Devices 1 Advertisement & Transaction Verification Inspections Conducted Petroleum Gas Stations 336 Retail Price Verification 406 Quality Assurance Audited Weighmaster Locations 31 Consumer Complaint Investigations 72 The Contra Costa County Division of Weights and Measures promotes a fair and equitable marketplace by performing inspections of retail packages and commercial weighing and measuring devices. These efforts certify that the sales of harvested crop, livestock, animal feed, vehicle fuel and other commodities are based on a precise weight or measure. Weights and Measures inspectors test a large variety of devices for accuracy. Scales that are tested for accuracy range from jeweler’s scales used for tiny gemstones to scales that can weigh a fully loaded rail car. Before scales can be put into commercial use, they are inspected to ensure they are accurate and approved for use. After inspection, any adjustable parts that might affect the accuracy of the device are sealed by the inspector. After successfully passing inspection, a paper county seal that is visible to the consumer is applied to the weighing device. Regularly scheduled inspections are performed to ascertain continued accuracy. 77777777777777777777777777777777777777778888888888888888888888888888899999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999991111101010000001000101111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111414144444444144444144444144144411111151511111111111111111111111111616161166661166161611116611177177717777718181818181818181818818818881881188181888188811818881181181881111111222121212122121212122222122121121221111MaMaMaMMMaMMaMaMaMaMaMaMaMaMaaMaMaMMaMaMaMMaMaMMMMMaMaMMMMMMMMaMaMaMaMaMaaaatrtrtrtrttrrtrtttrtrtttttrtrrtrtttrttrtrtrttrttrttrttrttttrtrttrrrrttriiniiiniiiiiniiiiiininiinninininininiininnnininininininniiniLuLuLuLuLLuLthththththhhhtherererrrerere KiKiKiKKiKiKiKKiKiKiKKiKiKiKiKKiKiiKiKKKiKiKiKiKiKKiKingngnnngngngngngngngngngngngnngnngnngnggnngngngnggJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJrrrrrrrr.r.r.DDDDDDDDDDaaayyyyyyyy2222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222223232323233332323323223323232332322222223333323222232223232332232322232323223242424242424424242442424242424242424244242425252525225252October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes694
Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures Contra Costa County Crop Report 2016 October 24, 2017Contra Costa County BOS Minutes695
RECOMMENDATION(S):
DECLARE as surplus and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to dispose of fully depreciated vehicles
and equipment no longer needed for public use, as recommended by the Interim Public Works Director, Countywide.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
Section 1108-2.212 of the County Ordinance Code authorizes the Purchasing Agent to dispose of any personal
property belonging to Contra Costa County and found by the Board of Supervisors not to be required for public use.
The property for disposal is either obsolete, worn out, beyond economical repair, or damaged beyond repair.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Public Works would not be able to dispose of surplus vehicles and equipment.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Nida Rivera (925)
313-2124
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc:
C. 73
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Brian M. Balbas, Interim Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Disposal of Surplus Property
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 696
ATTACHMENTS
Surplus Vehicles & Equipment
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 697
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 698
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Health Services Department, to execute (1) General
Terms and Conditions with Proofpoint, Inc., and (2) Product Exhibit with Proofpoint, Inc., which governs
Proofpoint's delivery of the software and services.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% funding is included in the Hospital Enterprise Fund I Budget.
BACKGROUND:
Proofpoint email protection software stops malware and non-malware threats such as impostor email. Proofpoint
protects Health Services Department systems and data against advanced threats and compliance risks. This software
also allows for sending encrypted email for protection of sensitive data.
This Board Order requests authority to execute the General Terms and Conditions and Product Exhibit with
Proofpoint, Inc. Pursuant to Board Order C.77, approved on December 6, 2016, the Board authorized the Purchasing
Agent to execute a Purchase Order with Optiv Security, Inc. for the purchase and support of Proofpoint software, for
the period November 8, 2016 through November 7, 2019. This Board Order does not request changes to the original
amount or term, but requires Board approval because the payment to Optiv Security, Inc., pursuant to Purchase Order
F006600 is in the amount of $101,703.62.
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 10/24/2017 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Diane Burgis, District III Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: David Runt,
925-335-8700
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
ATTESTED: October 24, 2017
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Stephanie Mello, Deputy
cc: Tasha Scott, Marcy Wilhelm, Allyson Eggert
C. 74
To:Board of Supervisors
From:William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director
Date:October 24, 2017
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:Terms and Conditions for Proofpoint, Inc. Software and Support
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 699
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this Board Order is not approved, the Department will not receive critical software updates from the vendor.
October 24, 2017 Contra Costa County BOS Minutes 700