Board of Supervisors - County of Santa Barbara - 09/22/26

The County of Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included extensive discussions on various administrative and departmental items. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a no-interest loan of $750,000 to the Los Alamos Community Services District for advancing a wastewater project design, with debate on timing relative to an upcoming election and community concerns about project alternatives and environmental impacts. The board also received a report from the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) on advocacy efforts, including infrastructure financing programs and broadband expansion projects, which may present future procurement opportunities. Additionally, the board considered and approved amendments to the county’s airport land use compatibility plans and land use element amendments, which involved regulatory updates but no direct contracting actions. The meeting featured several resolutions recognizing community organizations and individuals, and included public comments on environmental and local control issues. Motions related to loan approval and ordinance extensions were passed, reflecting ongoing capital improvement and regulatory activities within the county.