Board of Supervisors Tues Mtg 06-09-26 · County Air Quality Management District Draft Budget Hearing

The County of Lake Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 9, 2026, to review the Lake County Air Quality Management District's (LCAQMD) draft budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The Air Pollution Control Officer presented the budget, highlighting that the district's operations are primarily funded through permit fees, state subvention, and other revenues. The budget includes fee increases phased in since September 2025, which are expected to support hiring an additional senior air quality engineer and cover increased costs related to mandated state and federal air quality programs, including equipment upgrades and compliance requirements. The board discussed the impact of fee increases on residents, particularly for burn permits and smoke management plans, and emphasized the need for sustainable funding to maintain essential air quality programs. The board approved the draft budget and related budget units 8798 and 8799, and unanimously passed a motion opposing further state subvention cuts while supporting efforts to increase state funding to cover legislative mandates.