EDC Board Meeting 4-28-2026

The County of El Dorado Board of Supervisors held a meeting on April 28, 2026, which included extensive discussions on budget preparation for fiscal year 2026-27 and future fiscal years. Key procurement-related topics included exploring reductions in general fund costs for discretionary Health and Human Services programs due to increased costs from House Resolution 1 and 1991 realignment funding shortfalls. The board directed staff to explore potential service reductions in senior day and senior legal programs for fiscal year 2027-28. The board also discussed community funding allocations, ultimately reinstating a $35,000 community fund to be divided among supervisors for local nonprofit support. Additionally, the board approved a budget transfer related to mosquito fire settlement funds, allocating $400,000 to fire services on the divide and reserving $8.1 million for projects benefiting the fire impact area. The board considered but deferred funding for the El Dorado County Wagon Train and Arts and Culture El Dorado, opting instead for limited matching funds. The board also directed staff to return with a presentation on the economic benefits of rejoining the Greater Sacramento Area Council (GSAC) before deciding on membership funding. Planning and building matters included approval of the repeal of the tobacco retailer land use ordinance and a detailed presentation and discussion on agricultural lodging options, including low-impact camping and vacation home rentals on agricultural lands. The board provided direction to staff to return within 90 days with further data, financial analysis, and community outreach results to inform future ordinance development. The meeting concluded with reports from closed session authorizing legal defense contracts and salary adjustments. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on budgetary constraints, service level evaluations, and regulatory considerations impacting county revenue and community services.