To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Executive Office
Meeting Date: October 7, 2025
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Department Contact: |
Xuyen Mallela |
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707-463-4441 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Approval of One-Time Funding Agreement with Covelo Fire Protection District in the Amount of $66,000, to Support Basic Life Support Services in the More Rural Areas of Mendocino County, Effective Upon Full Execution through June 30, 2026
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Approve one-time funding Agreement with Covelo Fire Protection District in the amount of $66,000, to support Basic Life Support services in the more rural areas of Mendocino County, effective upon full execution through June 30, 2026; authorize the Chief Executive Officer or designee to sign any future amendments to the Agreement that do not increase the maximum amount; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
May 6, 2025, Item 4c), the Board of Supervisors approved the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26, which included a discussion of one-time funding in the amount of $66,000 for Fire and Medical Emergency Services for Ambulance Contracts with Anderson Valley Community Services District, Long Valley Fire Protection District, and Covelo Fire Protection District.
Summary of Request:
Since Fiscal Year (FY) 2014-15, the County of Mendocino has set aside one-time funds for Fire and Medical Emergency Services to vulnerable and underserved communities in Mendocino County, to sustain and enhance emergency medical services.
The proposed one-time funding Agreement with Covelo Fire Protection District outlines Basic Life Support (BLS) services expectations for FY 2025-26, including provisions of the following:
1. Monthly reports exhibiting BLS staffing supported with project funds.
2. Quarterly reports, including financial, describing specific BLS enhancements that have been achieved within the system.
3. Lists of training opportunities, educational opportunities, or specific equipment/supply enhancements made possible through the Agreement.
4. Evidence of enrollment in order to be eligible for Inter-Governmental Transfers and supplemental funding.
5. Using allocated funds to support the services of an Administrative Contractor to enhance the operational efficiency, documentation, compliance, and reporting functions of the Department’s EMS program.
6. An Emergency Medical Technician class to increase the number of EMS personnel serving the Covelo community and surrounding areas.
7. Documentation required for the Fiscal Assessment conducted by Coastal Valleys EMS Agency.
8. A one-time detailed report upon conclusion of the Agreement describing challenges, opportunities, and successes.
This Agreement was on hold due to missing annual financial audits from the district for FY23-24 and FY24-25. However, after discussing with the Auditor’s Office staff, it was recommended that the Agreement move forward as the district has made improvements with their financials.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Return to staff for alternative handling.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: A Safe and Healthy County
Supervisorial District: District 3
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: N/A
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: 4016, 86-3113, EM |
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current f/y cost: $66,000 for FY 2025-26 |
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budget clarification: The Board directed this contract at the May 6, 2025. Currently it is not budgeted; staff will request an adjustment at first quarter from general fund. |
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annual recurring cost: $66,000 for the term of the Agreement |
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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: Yes
CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: October 7, 2025 |
Executed Item Type: Agreement |
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Number: 25-165 |
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