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Board names single point of contact for energy project inquiries; ad hoc to assess geothermal setbacks and policy options

Lake County Board of Supervisors · April 7, 2026
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Summary

County administrative staff said the energy-policy ad hoc committee is exploring models for community energy, reliability and project oversight; the board agreed to designate Deputy CAO Ben Rickleman as the initial point of contact and asked the committee to review geothermal setbacks and policy tools for protecting county interests.

The Board of Supervisors received an update from the energy-policy ad hoc committee, which has met in preliminary session to explore potential models for local energy projects, participation in community choice or joint‑power arrangements, and ways the county might preserve value from energy infrastructure.

Deputy CAO Ben…

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