Besides elected officials, Calaveras County has a large number of Boards, Commissions, & Committees (30+) that are filled by volunteers. These 200+ neighbors make a huge quality-of-life difference in Calaveras.
If you’re interested in the activities of any committee, please attend some of their meetings and find out what they’re up to. The committees need your feedback and you might decide and to take the next step and join. Even if there’s not a current vacancy, there’s a large number of openings that will open up at the end of year. In 2018, there are 60+ positions that will need to be filled.
The County has several Cemetery Districts. I hadn’t known what they are, but they’re actually fairly interesting. We have some really old (for California) cemeteries. If you’re a member of one of these districts, you are making a commitment to protect and maintain the cemetery. There’s often staff to help with the maintenance, but you need to go by and check to make sure that headstones are standing and any graffiti is dealt with. And yes, you might consider organizing friends & family to help tidy it up with weed trimmers in the spring. But it also means helping people find where their ancestors are buried. A couple of the Districts actually have a web sites with information on whose buried there. If you have kids, this could be a way to make a history more relevant to them.
This information came from the County’s web site.
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| Agricultural Advisory Committee | Meetings are called when applications for Agricultural Preserves are to be reviewed, when a division of an Agricultural Preserve is to be considered, and to review yearly production on Agricultural Preserves. The Agricultural Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on matters concerning Agricultural Preserves. Affecting Legislation: Legal Authority: Government Code 51239 Membership: Five members, one from each district to be appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Must be a resident of the County and have knowledge of the agricultural industry in Calaveras County. Term: Four (4) years. Duties: Meetings are called when applications for Agricultural Preserves are to be reviewed, when a division of an Agricultural Preserve is to be considered, and to review yearly production on Agricultural Preserves. The Agricultural Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on matters concerning Agricultural Preserves. Meetings: Meetings are called, as necessary. Contact: Agricultural Advisor 209/754-6505 Compensation: Mileage to meetings paid at the current County rate. Term Limit: 3 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 5 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Air Pollution Control Hearing Board | BOS acts as this Board Meeting Frequency: Meetings are called on the same meeting days as the Board of Supervisors meetings. The Board of Supervisors will recess and convene as the Air Pollution Control District Board, as needed. Affecting Legislation: Board of Supervisors, Calaveras County Air Pollution Control Board Rules and Regulations and the State of California Air Pollution Control Laws. Term Limit: 3 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 3 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| Airport Land Use Commission | Members are required to annually file Statements of Economic Interest – Form 700 and also file an Assuming Office and Leaving Office Statement. Meeting Frequency: Meets as needed. Affecting Legislation: Public Utilities Code Section 21670-21679.5 | |
| Altaville Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 6 in total. 5 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| Area 12 Agency on Aging Advisory Council | The functions of the Area 12 Agency on Aging (A12AA) Advisory Council are to 1) Serve as an advisory body to the A12AA Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Governing Board; 2) Act as an independent advocate for older persons by taking positions on matters pertaining to Federal, State, and local policies, programs, and any legislation affecting older persons; 3) Actively seek input from the local Commission on Aging, senior advocacy organizations, elected officials, and the general public for the purpose of advocating for, or making formal presentations on issues of concern to older persons; 4) Inform local senior advocates and organizations on specific legislation pending before local, state and federal governments; 5) Disseminate information of interest and concern to older persons; 6) Be actively involved in the development and implementation of the Area Plan; 7) Establish and conduct the process to elect the two Senior Legislators as directed by CSL; 8) Support Public Hearings on the Area Plan in their respective county; 9) As requested by the Executive Director, review all proposals between the A12AA and other service organizations prior to the signing of contracts; 10) Act to review and implement any part of the Area Plan when requested to do so by the JPA Board. The Advisory Council is comprised of members from the participating counties; however, the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors has authority to assign eight (8) representatives and one (1) Provider of Service from the county. All potential applicants must attend an Advisory Council meeting prior to submitting their application to their respective County. The County will send a copy of the application to the A12AA office, the Membership/ Recruitment Committee will review the application and schedule an interview with the applicant. The Committee will then send a recommendation letter to the County stating if the applicant has met all the necessary requirements and can move on with the appointment process. Members and Providers who have been appointed shall have a term of four (4) years, will be reviewed and may be reappointed as necessary. Members of the Advisory Council are required to file a Statement of Economic Interest – Form 700. Meeting Frequency: Meetings are held once a month in February, April, June, August, October and December. Most meetings are held in Tuolumne County. Affecting Legislation: The Area 12 Agency on Aging Advisory Council By-laws, and the Joint Powers Agreement between the counties of Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne and Mariposa. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 9 in total. 5 occupied. 4 vacant. | 4 vacant |
| Assessment Appeals Board | Act in a quasi-judicial capacity in determining the full value of property or to determine other matters of property tax assessment over which the appeals board has jurisdiction. Members will be required to attend a County new extra-hire orientation and payroll enrollment meeting. They are also required to file a Statement of Economic Interest – Form 700 upon appointment, annually and when leaving office. Meeting Frequency: Quarterly Affecting Legislation: Ordinance 3032, adopted by the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors on July 22, 2014. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 5 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Board of Supervisors | While included with the County’s list of committees and commissions, these are elected officials Meeting Frequency: The Board of Supervisors meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 9:00 AM in the Board of Supervisors Chambers located at 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249. If there is a 5th Tuesday in the month, the Board may convene a night meeting beginning at 6:00 PM also in the Board of Supervisors Chambers. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: No positions. | |
| Camanche Regional Park Advisory Board | To review and advise the Districts and Counties Boards of its recommendations for enactment of ordinances appropriate to the operation of the park, for policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of the park, park development proposals, rules and regulations for public conduct, appropriate fees and charges, fish enhancement programs, and names of facilities and trails within the park. Meeting Frequency: The Advisory Board shall meet three (3) times per year, and as needed, at the Pardee Center. Affecting Legislation: Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) of December 31, 1986, with amendments, for the establishment and operation of the Camanche Regional Park by the Counties of Amador, Calaveras and San Joaquin. Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 2 in total. 2 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Children & Families Commission/ First 5 Calaveras | To define and promote the First 5 Calaveras mission/vision; establish First 5 Calaveras organizational policies; make major decisions (i.e. adopt strategic plan, funds, allocations, etc.); provide public leadership and support for the goals, objectives and strategies of the commission; provide supervision and support to the Executive Director; and to provide leadership to make early childhood development a focal point for the community, rallying many diverse resources around a common agenda and strategic plan that benefits young children and families. Meeting Frequency: 8-12 times per year on the first Friday of each month, generally 9:00 11:00 AM, at the First 5 Calaveras office, 373 St. Charles Street, San Andreas, CA. Affecting Legislation: Ordinance No 2566; Ordinance 2878 Term Limit: 3 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 10 in total. 10 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Commission on Aging | To help the community provide an environment conducive to the wellbeing of older people and to prevent and address problems after they occur. Members are required to annually file Statement of Economic Interest – Form 700 and attend Ethics Training biennially. Meeting Frequency: First Friday of each month at 10:00 AM. Meetings are held at various locations throughout the county. Affecting Legislation: Resolution and order for formation adopted by the Board of Supervisors, County of Calaveras, and by-laws adopted by the Commission. Term Limit: 3 year Terms, limited to 2 Consecutive Terms, then 3 year break. Positions: 15 in total. 8 occupied. 7 vacant. | 7 vacant |
| Copperopolis Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. http://www.copperopoliscemetery.org/index2.html Meeting Frequency: As needed. Affecting Legislation: Resolution and order for formation adopted by the Board of Supervisors, County of Calaveras, and by-laws adopted by the Commission. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 2 occupied. 3 vacant. | 3 vacant |
| County Service Area #01 – Rancho Calaveras | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors with respect to improvement and maintenance of roads within CSA #1. Meeting Frequency: Meeting times and locations vary. Contact the County Public Works Department for information. Affecting Legislation: Resolution 94-365, adopted September 9, 1994 and Resolution 10-027, adopted February 16, 2010, Ordinance 3011, adopted June 12, 2012, and Resolution 20150414031, adopted April 14, 2015. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 5 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| County Service Area #02 – Bar XX | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors with respect to improvement and maintenance of roads within CSA #2. Meeting Frequency: Meeting times and locations vary. Contact the County Public Works Department for information. Affecting Legislation: Resolution 94-365, adopted September 9, 1994; amended by Resolution 94-502, adopted December 19, 1994; Resolution 10-027, adopted February 16, 2010; Ordinance 3011, adopted June 12, 2012; Resolution 20180313r047, adopted March 13, 2018. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 1 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| County Service Area #04 – Diamond XX | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors with respect to improvement and maintenance of roads within CSA #4. Meeting Frequency: Meeting times and locations vary. Contact the County Public Works Department for information. Affecting Legislation: Resolution 94-365, adopted September 9, 1994 and Resolution 10-027, adopted February 16, 2010, and Ordinance 3011, adopted June 12, 2012 and Resolution 20180213r024 adopted February 13, 2018. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 2 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| County Service Area #08 – Spring Hills | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors with respect to improvement and maintenance of roads within CSA #8. Meeting Frequency: Meeting times and locations vary. Contact the County Public Works Department for information Affecting Legislation: Resolution 94-365, adopted September 9, 1994 and Resolution 10-027, adopted February 16, 2010, and Ordinance 3011, adopted June 12, 2012. Resolution 20150414032, adopted April 14, 2015. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 2 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| County Service Area #12 – Golden Hills | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors with respect to improvement and maintenance of roads within CSA #12. Meeting Frequency: Meeting times and locations vary. Contact the County Public Works Department for information. Affecting Legislation: Resolution 94-365, adopted September 9, 1994, Resolution 10-027, adopted February 16, 2010, and Ordinance 3011, adopted June 12, 2012. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 5 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Fish & Game Commission | To develop facts, make findings and forward recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on matters concerning organization, promotion and supervision of community and county-wide fish and wildlife programs and activities within the county. To advise on the propagation, preservation and conservation of fish and wildlife in the county. Members are required to annually file Statement of Economic Interest – Form 700. Meeting Frequency: Meets at 5:30 PM on the fourth Wednesday of the month (January through October) in the Board Chambers at 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249. Affecting Legislation: Board of Supervisors Ordinance 299 Resolutions 75-289 75-336 85-79 Ordinance 2497 and Resolution 09-033 Ordinance 3025 Term Limit: 1 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 12 in total. 10 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| Hardwood Advisory Committee | The Committee shall evaluate the effectiveness and progress of educational programs on hardwood management and the effectiveness of the Calaveras County Oak Woodland Management Guidelines in sustaining oak woodlands within Calaveras County. The Committee shall make periodic reports and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors with regards to local oak woodlands management. Meeting Frequency: Meets as needed. Affecting Legislation: Board of Supervisors Resolutions 96-284 and 01-264 Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 16 in total. 16 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| IHSS Advisory Committee (In-Home Supportive Services) | The Advisory Committee shall provide ongoing advice and recommendations regarding In-Home Supportive Services and the Public Authority to the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors, the Governing Body, and any administrative body in the county that is related to the delivery and administration of In-Home Supportive Services. Consumer and Provider representatives must attend New Employee Orientation, as they receive a stipend. All members of the Committee are required to file a Statement of Economic Interest upon appointment, annually and when leaving office. Meeting Frequency: The Committee meets on the last Monday of each month, from 10:00 am 12:00 pm, at the Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center, Classroom 3, Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249 Affecting Legislation: AB 1682 and Local Ordinance 2722 Resolution 2013-161 Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 13 in total. 11 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| Law Library Board of Trustees | Attend meetings of the Board of Trustees, set policies and assist in the administration of the Calaveras County Law Library. Meeting Frequency: Meets on the first Wednesday of each even numbered month at 3:00 PM, in the Calaveras County Law Library. Affecting Legislation: Government Code Sections 6300 et seq and Business & Professions Code Section 6301. Term Limit: 1 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 6 in total. 4 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| Library Commission | The Commission shall act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors in all matters pertaining to the Calaveras County Free Library. Meeting Frequency: Meets on the third Monday of each month at various locations throughout the county. In the event of a holiday on the third Monday, the Commission will meet on the fourth Monday. Affecting Legislation: Ordinance 254 Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 8 in total. 8 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Mental Health Board | 1) The local Mental Health Board shall review and evaluate the community’s mental health needs, services, facilities and special problems. 2) Review any County agreements entered into pursuant to Section 5650. 3) Advise the Board of Supervisors and the local Mental Health Director as to any aspect of the local mental health program. 4) Review and approve procedures used to ensure citizen and professional involvement at all stages of the planning process as specified in Section 5651. 5) Submit an annual report to the Board of Supervisors and the Statewide Planning Council. 6) Make recommendations regarding the appointment of a local Director of Mental Health Services. 7) Review and make recommendations concerning applicants for the Board prior to approval by the Board of Supervisors. Meeting Frequency: Meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Behavioral Health Department Building. Affecting Legislation: Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5604 et seq.; AB 14. Term Limit: 3 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 13 in total. 8 occupied. 5 vacant. | 5 vacant |
| Mokelumne Hill Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 3 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Murphy’s Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. http://www.murphyscemetery.com/ Meeting Frequency: Meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Murphys Historic School located on Jones Street in Murphys. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 4 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| Parks & Recreation Commission | The Commission shall advise the Board of Supervisors and assist the County Administrative Office in the formation of policy, planning, development and operations of the County’s park and recreation system. Meeting Frequency: The Commission shall hold regular meetings, open and public, with Calaveras County at a regularly established time and place, selected by a majority of the Commission. Special meetings may be held at such time and places as a majority of the members may agree. All official meetings shall require a quorum of four (4) members. Opportunity for public address shall be provided at each official meeting. Affecting Legislation: Resolution 07-083, adopted on May 22, 2007. Term Limit: 1 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 7 in total. 1 occupied. 6 vacant. | 6 vacant |
| Planning Commission | To hold public hearings, make decisions and recommendations on land use matters, including the General Plan, zone changes, subdivisions, divisions of land, use permits, reclamation plans and similar items. Serves as the Administrative hearing Board for the Code Compliance Unit (i.e. zoning violations, illegal camping, junk, building without permits, etc.). Members will be required to attend a County new extra-hire orientation and payroll enrollment meeting. They are also required to file a Statement of Economic Interest – Form 700 upon appointment, annually and when leaving office. Meeting Frequency: The Commission shall hold regular meetings, on the second and fourth Thursday of each month in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at Government Center. Additional meetings are called as necessary. Affecting Legislation: Government Code Section 65120 and Calaveras County Ordinances No. 1216, 1766, 2219, 2342 and 2829. Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 5 in total. 5 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Prevent Child Abuse Council | The duties of the Council shall include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Promoting public awareness of child abuse and neglect and the resources available for prevention, intervention and treatment through public forums and awareness campaigns. (2) Identifying and addressing gaps in services for child abuse and neglect situations through on-going needs assessment. The Council shall work with other county organizations to perform on-going needs assessment regarding the prevention of child abuse and neglect in Calaveras County. (3) Identifying and/or coordinating the provision of training opportunities. (4) Promoting collaboration and countywide planning for the provision of child abuse and neglect prevention services to children and youth. (5) Develop and implement a strategic plan that addresses the prevention of child abuse and neglect in Calaveras County. (6) Support and promote the expansion of best practices in treatment services to victims of child abuse and neglect and their families in Calaveras County. (7) Review reports provided by staff to the council. (8) Complete fiscal report for In-Kind services. Meeting Frequency: Fourth Thursday of every other month beginning July 2012, 3:00 5:00 p.m. Affecting Legislation: Calaveras County Resolution 85-240 Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 9 in total. 9 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Rail Road Flat Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 1 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |
| Public, Educ & Gov (PEG) Television Commission | Issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluate proposals, make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for expenditure of PEG funds and work on other related matters, as assigned by the Board of Supervisors. Meeting Frequency: Meets quarterly, as needed at the San Andreas Library Affecting Legislation: Ordinance No. 2169. Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 7 in total. 6 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| Resource Conservation District | THE RCD IS AN INDEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT. The RCD was approved by the Board of Supervisors and county voters to control runoff, prevent soil erosion, enhance water distribution, improve agricultural land capabilities, and conserve water, soil, air, and habitat and assisting residences and landowners with conservation practices. Per state law, the qualifications and requirements for applicants are as follows: Directors must be registered voters and must either (1) reside within and own property within the district, or (2) be a formally designated agent of a resident landowner within the district. Applicants cannot be directly or indirectly interested in the sale of equipment, materials, or services to the RCD and must file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) within 30 days of appointment. Directors will be required to take an oath and shall adhere to open meeting laws. RCD directors will be volunteers and receive no compensation other than expenses pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 9303, which would be charged to the RCD. The initial Board of Directors will consist of seven directors who will be appointed at large by the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors for staggered four-year terms, as provided by Public Resources Code Section 9202 and LAFCo Resolution 2015-0005. Per Public Resources Code 9305, at its initial meeting, the RCD Board determined by lot which three of the seven directors shall serve an initial two-year term. Meeting Frequency: The RCD meets on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM in the Board of Supervisors Chambers located at 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249. Affecting Legislation: LAFCo resolution 2015-005 Approving the formation of the Calaveras County Resource Conservation District. Board of Supervisors resolution 20160726r123 Resolution of Organization for the Calaveras County Resource Conservation District (RCD), establishing the initial composition of the RCD Board of Directors. Calaveras County RCD resolution 2016-001 establishing day, time and place of regular monthly meetings. Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 7 in total. 7 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| San Andreas Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 3 occupied. No vacancies. | |
| Solid Waste Task Force | To act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors and to better improve communication and compliance with the California Waste Management Act of 1989. Meeting Frequency: No set meeting dates or times. Required to meet once every five (5) years, or as needed. Affecting Legislation: Resolutions 91-76, 93-293, 95-334, 01-17 and the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989. Term Limit: 2 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 8 in total. 4 occupied. 4 vacant. | 4 vacant |
| Vallecito Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 2 occupied. 1 vacant. | 1 vacant |
| West Point Cemetery District | The purpose is to address the continuing need to provide for the respectful and cost-effective interment of human remains to meet the cultural, economic, religious, and social needs of California’s diverse communities. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of the cemetery. Term Limit: 4 year Terms, unlimited number of Terms. Positions: 3 in total. 1 occupied. 2 vacant. | 2 vacant |