Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tuolumne County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Facility fee waivers for nonprofits and volunteers
A proposal to let nonprofits and volunteer groups use county facilities free or half-price ran into cost worries, prime-weekend conflicts, and confusing language about political groups — continued to November 3 for fixes.
2026-2029 Fleet & Roads labor agreement
Road crew turnover has topped 50% for five years because pay sits near the bottom of county scales; the new MOU gives 15% then 3% a year to stabilize staffing.
A-87 Cost Plan Volatility
Supervisors and department heads flagged wild swings in A-87 reimbursements — from -40% to +170% — and asked for a deeper dive. The sheriff said prior budget years 'fixed' gaps with A-87; staff promised a dedicated presentation.
Public health and veterans grant funding
The Board was scheduled to consider grant agreements bringing $128,000 for the perinatal health partnership, $110,000 for veteran mental health transportation, and $15,000 for cannabis eradication efforts into county programs.
State budget cuts shifting costs to counties
Supervisor Campbell warned that the governor's budget and federal HR 1 cuts are shifting costs onto counties, and the state association of counties is asking for $50 million for emergency medical and Medi-Cal benefits. It's a fiscal squeeze that could eventually hit local services.
Area 12 Agency on Aging senior services funding
A $123,148 administrative match agreement keeps county support flowing to the Area 12 Agency on Aging for senior services in fiscal year 2026/27.