RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Agricultural Commissioner, or designee, to execute an agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture in an amount not to exceed $14,550 to reimburse the County for inspections of service stations, quick lube, auto service, and oil change shops for the period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of the Agreement will provide revenue to the Department in an amount not to exceed $14,500. There is no County match for funds. This amount has been anticipated an budgeted for FY 2021/2022.
BACKGROUND:
Gasoline service stations and others selling petroleum products are required by state law to meet advertising and signage requirements. Service stations are also required to provide water and air "free of charge" to customers and to provide handicap service to customers with some exceptions. The Department will conduct inspections to determine compliance with these laws. This agreement will reimburse the Agriculture Department for services enforcing these laws.
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