# Board of Supervisors Tues Mtg 11-03-26 · Nielsen Merksamer 2026 Legislative Session & Emphasis Areas

At its November 3, 2026 meeting, the Lake County Board of Supervisors received Nielsen Merksamer’s review of California’s 2026 legislative session and discussion of potential 2027 advocacy priorities. Topics included wildfire liability and resilience, utility public safety power shutoffs and project delays, housing, hydrogen permitting and geothermal development, healthcare costs, and a possible redevelopment program. Board members also emphasized early advocacy on AB 2494 and demonstration forests, and continued state support for forest health and biomass utilization. No contracts, vendor selections, purchasing decisions, or procurement-related votes were identified; the discussion focused on legislative advocacy and funding needs rather than specific spending approvals.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Environment
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 03, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Supervisors Tues Mtg 11-03-26 · Nielsen Merksamer 2026 Legislative Session & Emphasis Areas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_LVeE60GoU) - County of Lake CA