TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Tracy Cleveland - Agricultural Commissioner
REPORT BY: Jaspreet Faller - Staff Services Analyst
SUBJECT: Renewal of Revenue Agreement with the California Department of Food & Agriculture
RECOMMENDATION
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Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures requests approval of and authorization for the Chair to sign the renewal of Revenue Agreement No. 170943B with the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) for a maximum of $2,791 for the term July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 for the reimbursement of performing inspections at Certified Farmer’s Markets.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approval of the requested action will renew the County’s agreement with CDFA for reimbursement of performing production site inspections and vendor inspections at Certified Farmer’s Markets throughout the County.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
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Is there a Fiscal Impact? |
Yes |
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Is it currently budgeted? |
Yes |
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Where is it budgeted? |
Agricultural Commissioner |
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Is it Mandatory or Discretionary? |
Mandatory |
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Discretionary Justification: |
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Is the general fund affected? |
Yes |
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Future fiscal impact: |
This agreement has no future fiscal impact past the stated ending date of June 30, 2023. |
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Consequences if not approved: |
If this agreement is not approved, the County will not be reimbursed for performing State mandated activities. |
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County Strategic Plan pillar addressed: |
Effective and Open Government |
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Additional Information |
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The proposed action is not a project defined by 14 California Code of Regulations 15378 (State CEQA Guidelines) and therefore CEQA is not applicable.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
Agreement No. 170943B provides for reimbursement of site inspections of vendors at Certified Farmer’s Markets and production site inspections. Inspections at production sites include verification that commodities grown on the site match those listed on the issued certificate. Inspections at market sites include verification of the producer’s certificate, a complete inventory of commodities on display, and ensuring compliance with CDFA laws and regulations. This agreement will reimburse the County a maximum of $2,791 to help offset the costs of enforcement work, mileage, and travel time.