Carrie Troup

The board discussed and acted upon various items including the adoption of a records retention schedule and policy. Key agenda items featured a presentation on the California CLASS program, approval of actuarial consulting services and valuation reports, and the engagement of an accounting firm for auditing services. Additionally, the board reviewed financial statements and disbursement reports, received updates on the Integrated Mosquito and Vector Management Plan, progress on hiring an operations manager, and reports regarding mosquito activity and leadership academy training.

The board discussed several items including an update on the hiring of an Operations Manager Biologist, the formation of an ad hoc recruitment committee for said position, and the approval of the first amendment to the consultant services agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. The board also received and filed financial statements and disbursement reports, discussed the transfer of capital reserve funds to the general fund for depreciation, and noted updates on the District's Integrated Mosquito and Vector Management Plan.

The Board meeting included the introduction of a new trustee and the administration of their oath of office, a review of the 2026 board meeting schedule, and discussion of correspondence regarding vector control agency board nominations and mandatory fiscal training requirements. Operational updates were provided, including progress on the integrated mosquito and vector management plan and staff recruitment. The Board received financial statements and discussed budget approvals, including resolutions to continue assessments for Service Zone 1 and 2, as well as considering funding for biological surveys in the Goleta Slough.

The board conducted several administrative actions, including the nomination and election of new district officers for the upcoming term. The meeting featured discussions on the recruitment status for a vector control technician, updates on the environmental assessment for the use of an amphibious vehicle, and progress on the integrated management plan. The board approved an amendment to the resolution concerning the location of regular meetings, reviewed financial statements and disbursement reports, and authorized a five percent compensation increase for the General Manager. A closed session was held regarding the performance evaluation of the General Manager, with no reportable actions taken.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several administrative and operational items. Discussions included filing requirements for Statements of Economic Interest, the development of an integrated management plan, and the hiring process for a new vector control technician. The Board recognized a long-serving trustee, accepted financial and disbursement reports, and approved the audit report for the prior fiscal year. Additional actions included selecting an actuarial valuation method, approving a proposal for a records retention policy, and reassigning committee membership. A discussion regarding the hiring of an operations manager was tabled for a future meeting.