To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Human Resources
Meeting Date: November 17, 2026
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Department Contact: |
Chair Bernie Norvell |
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707-463-4441 |
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Item Type: Regular Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: 15 Minutes |
Agenda Title:
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Discussion and Possible Action Including Approval of Second Amendment to Agreement No. BOS-25-202 with Katharine L. Elliott for Interim County Counsel Services through December 5, 2026, and Effective December 6, 2026, Assume Duties of an Assistant County Counsel through December 16, 2026
(Sponsor: Board of Supervisors)
Vote Requirement: Majority
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Approve second amendment to Agreement No. BOS-25-202 with Katharine L. Elliott for Interim County Counsel through December 5, 2026, and effective December 6, 2026, assume duties of an Assistant County Counsel through December 16, 2026; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
On December 16, 2025, Board of Supervisors approved Agreement No. BOS-25-202 for Interim County Counsel services. On June 23, 2026, Board of Supervisors approved Amendment to BOS No. 25-202 to extend the termination date from June 30, 2026, to December 31, 2026, and increase the total amount payable from $190,000 to $360,000.
Summary of Request:
Katharine L. Elliott will discharge the duties of the office of County Counsel effective December 5, 2026, including providing advice to the Board of Supervisors, departments, and elected officials of the County consistent with the role of a County Counsel and as specified in the California Government Code and in the County of Mendocino Code.
Commencing on December 6, 2026, upon the appointment by the Board of Supervisors of a person to the office of County Counsel on a regular basis, Katharine L. Elliott will step down from the office of County Counsel and will discharge the duties of an Assistant County Counsel, as outlined in the Mendocino County job description for an Assistant County Counsel, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein through December 16, 2026.
Alternative Action/Motion:
If not approved, provide staff with further direction
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: An Effective County Government
Supervisorial District: All
Supplemental Information Available Online At: N/A
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: Budget unit CO 1210 |
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current f/y cost: $360,000 |
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budget clarification: Costs are covered amongst several budget units |
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annual recurring cost: $360,000 |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): No |
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revenue agreement: No |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: N/A
CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Item Status |
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Date: Date Executed |
Executed Item Type: item |
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