Kern County Board of Supervisors 2:00 p.m. meeting for Tuesday, May 19, 2026

The Kern County Board of Supervisors convened on May 19, 2026, for a regular meeting that included several procurement-related discussions and public works updates. The board approved the consent agenda, which included contract awards and bid approvals, notably authorizing the chief general services officer to approve a contract for the apparent low responsive and responsible bidder on item 28. The meeting featured a proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week, highlighting the department's extensive activities including managing over 3,300 miles of roads, processing thousands of permits, and administering $60 million in grants. Public works also reported on a $130 million regional public safety communications network contract with Motorola, expected to complete by 2031, and a $10 million state grant for a recycling compost facility. Additionally, the board held a public hearing on a proposed sewer service rate increase for County Service Area 71.3, which would raise rates to $441.97 per parcel annually to avoid a $40,000 budget shortfall. The board voted to approve the rate increase following the Prop 218 process. Public comments addressed concerns about contracting practices and ambulance billing. The meeting concluded with adjournment to the next session on June 9, 2026.