Emma Bell

The agenda for the meeting included the roll call, approval of the minutes from the October 20, 2022, meeting, and review of the Financial Statements & Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2022. Key financial discussions involved the Treasury Balance Summary for the month ending September 30, 2023, the consideration of the Draft 2024 Investment Policy, and review of the Treasury Oversight Committee Audit Questionnaire.

The meeting involved discussions on several legislative updates related to agriculture and county matters. Key topics under Old Business included updates on the Ag Livestock Pass program (AB1103 and AB1141), new regulations from the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) regarding neonix and telone, AB402 concerning shipments infested with broom rate, AB1016 regarding drone usage for agriculture applications, DPR's work on a Sustainable Pest Management roadmap, the reported 30% almond crop disaster, and an increase in civil penalties for pesticide-related violations up to $25,000. New Business focused on a presentation regarding Sewer Sludge and Bio Solids under SB 1383 organic waste restrictions, particularly concerning the county ordinance that prohibits spreading bio sludge due to heavy metal concerns and efforts to minimize green waste in landfills.

The meeting began with the introduction of new Agricultural Advisory Board Members. Key discussions included legislative updates regarding an audit on Restricted Materials permits issued in lieu of Environmental Impact Reports. New business covered several items from the Agricultural Commissioner's Office: the adverse impact and management of abandoned orchards, a proposed Assembly Bill (AB-732) imposing fines on abandoned properties, and a Notification of Deferral concerning the request for a Secretarial Disaster Declaration for the 2024 Walnut Crop. Furthermore, the Commissioner reported on the severe 43.41% yield reduction for the 2025 Cherry Crop due to adverse climatic conditions, equating to an estimated financial loss of over $101 million for growers, based on a letter sent May 12, 2025. The anticipated release date for the 2024 San Joaquin County Crop Report was noted, along with ongoing updates to the Agricultural Center Facility Use Policy. Discussion items addressed code enforcement issues such as excessive truck parking and non-conforming uses, the role of the Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee (AGTAC), the function of the Agricultural Grievance Committee, and a recent article detailing farmers liquidating assets. The status of the San Joaquin County Livestock Pass Program, launched in fall 2024, was also reviewed.

The agenda for the meeting included a Roll Call, Public Comments, and the Approval of Minutes for the Treasury Oversight Committee Meeting of October 19, 2023. Key financial discussions involved the Financial Statements & Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, and the Treasury Balance Summary for the Month Ending September 30, 2024. The committee was also scheduled to review the Draft 2025 Investment Policy and the Treasury Oversight Committee Audit Questionnaire.

This Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for San Joaquin County aims to guide economic growth, stability, and resource allocation from 2025 to 2030. It focuses on four key objectives: Economic Diversification, Talent Development, Community Development, and Public Safety & Environmental Resiliency. The vision for the county is to be California's agricultural heart with sustainable water resources, desirable and safe communities, a strong globally connected economy, and thriving natural resources, achieved by maintaining a thriving business community, diversifying the economy, providing business expansion opportunities, supporting the agricultural sector, and expanding tourism.