Trinity County Board of Supervisors Meeting 05/19/2026

The Trinity County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 19, 2026, with a significant focus on a clean energy feasibility study for Post Mountain. The study, funded by a $100,000 California Clean Energy Planning Grant, explored three main strategies for electrification: extending power lines from TPUD, connecting to the PG&E grid via an interconnection, and developing a local microgrid. The recommended option was the PG&E interconnection through TPUD, with estimated costs ranging from $20 million to $50 million, requiring further detailed studies and legislative engagement to secure funding. The board discussed the need for continued community involvement, potential funding sources including state and federal grants, and the challenges of infrastructure development in the area. Additionally, budget adjustments were approved for vehicle abatement programs, and updates were provided on county IT infrastructure projects and emergency communication system improvements. The meeting also included public comments supporting the electrification efforts and other county matters, with no votes taken on large expenditures but a motion passed to approve the consent calendar and budget adjustments related to vehicle abatement.