BOS Regular Meeting - 06/09/2026

The Madera County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, covering a variety of community and administrative topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the Public Works Department's presentation and adoption of the Measure T annual expenditure plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, which outlined funding allocations for local infrastructure projects and noted that this would likely be the final expenditure plan for the current Measure T as it sunsets at the end of the year. The board also discussed upcoming contract negotiations for landfill and transfer station operations, with staff recommending a competitive rebid process to secure favorable terms and address capital needs. Additionally, the board reviewed proposed ordinance amendments to address unauthorized waste bins and related fees, aiming to enforce franchise agreements and discourage illegal hauling activities. Financial considerations included a rate adjustment proposal to address increased fuel costs impacting landfill operations. The board also considered a potential transient occupancy tax increase from 9% to 11% to generate additional general fund revenue, primarily supporting public safety, with plans to place the measure on the November ballot. No final votes were taken on contract awards or new procurements during this meeting, but several action items were approved, including the Measure T expenditure plan and reappointments to community commissions. The meeting also featured proclamations and community recognitions unrelated to procurement.