EDC Board Meeting 05-12-2026

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 12, 2026, covering a range of topics including procurement and policy decisions. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $7 million bond issuance by the local college to build a fire academy, and the introduction of a mandatory residential waste collection ordinance for the Tahoma-Meeks Bay area, aimed at stabilizing collection rates and enhancing environmental and wildlife protections. The board also conceptually approved the establishment of entertainment zones in unincorporated areas, starting with the El Dorado Hills Town Center, to stimulate local economies and support community events. Additionally, the board received presentations on the Emerald Bay shuttle and parking management pilot program, snow removal operations and budget requests, and updates on emergency medical services ordinance changes allowing non-emergency inter-facility transports at varying levels of care. The board voted to approve the first reading of the solid waste management ordinance amendment with direction to clarify coordination between waste haulers and code enforcement, and to continue refining the Planning Commission bylaws with a focus on roles, responsibilities, and vetting processes. Public comments addressed concerns about audit reports, waste management, and community development. The meeting concluded with board member updates and a closed session on existing litigation.