Amador County Board of Supervisors' Meeting 8/11/26

The Amador County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on August 11, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related discussions. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the use of Flock Safety license plate reader (LPR) cameras by the Sheriff's Department. The board discussed the contract for these cameras, concerns about privacy, data storage, and potential misuse, as well as the system's benefits for law enforcement in solving crimes. Public comments reflected a mix of support and opposition, with some residents urging cancellation of the contract and others emphasizing public safety benefits. The board ultimately voted to keep the contract but agreed to revisit the issue with updated safeguards and a detailed review in January 2027 before contract renewal. Additionally, the board approved letters of support for grant applications related to healthy soils and water efficiency programs, authorized a fee increase for mandatory notification services by the Recorder's Office pursuant to Senate Bill 255, and approved a resolution for bond issuance to support a housing project by Augustus Communities. The meeting also included discussions on zoning changes and operational permits for local businesses, with motions passed to extend quarry operating hours permanently under existing conditions and to approve code amendments related to agricultural uses.