Lynn Johansen

The Board of Directors scheduled a meeting to conduct official business as part of their first regular meeting for the month.

This document serves as a notice for the second regular meeting of the Board of Directors for the month of September, detailing the scheduled time and date for the session.

The Board of Directors discussed the Kern County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026 update, including its role in long-term risk reduction and maintenance of funding eligibility. Additionally, the Chief Executive Officer presented highlights regarding various organizational activities, conferences, and community engagement efforts. The meeting also addressed financial matters including the review of authorized payments and aged accounts payable.

The board discussed and addressed several action items including a resolution requesting the consolidation of elections, a resolution supporting the Mike Melvill Memorial Service at the Stuart O. Witt Event Center, the amendment of Board Policy 700 regarding aircraft liens, and the contract award for the ARFF Commercial Coach project to T&G Construction Services, Inc. Additionally, the meeting included reports from the Director of Administration, the Director of Operations, the Chief Executive Officer, and various board committees, as well as a closed session regarding litigation matters.

The Board of Directors discussed various operational and administrative items, including the declaration of surplus equipment and the approval of resolutions supporting community events, specifically the Griffiss Institute East Kern/Antelope Valley Aerospace and Defense Innovation Hub Convening. Action items included the consent to sublease Hangar 161 to Stratolaunch, Inc., approval of an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting and Emergency Medical Service agreement with All Terrain Fire Support, Inc., and the consideration of Board policy amendments regarding authorized positions, compensation, and budget revisions for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also included board member nominations for the California Special District Association.