District 3 - Michael N. Kobseff

E-mail:   mkobseff@co.siskiyou.ca.us

Biography:

Michael Kobseff has been a proud Siskiyou County resident since 1968, growing up in the historic lumber town of McCloud. His deep connection to the county’s communities and natural landscapes has shaped his decades of service.

Michael and his wife, Lynn, successfully owned and operated Michael’s Restaurant in Mount Shasta for 30 years. Starting the business as a way to raise their family, they built a long-lasting staple in the area.

First elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2006, Michael is now serving his 19th year representing District 3, which includes the City of Weed, Lake Shastina, Grenada, Big Springs, Gazelle, and parts of Mount Shasta northwest of Abrams Lake Road.

Michael strongly advocates for issues critical to Siskiyou County, including water rights, forest management, public safety, fire prevention, fisheries recovery, economic development, and maintaining the county’s agricultural production. His proactive leadership reflects his dedication to protecting the region’s natural resources and supporting its residents.

Committee Membership: 

Revised 1/29/2025

Siskiyou County Flood Control and Water Conservation District - Director

Siskiyou Power Authority - Director
County Service Area 3 – Director
County Service Area 4 - Director
County Service Area 5 - Director
Airport Land Use Commission - Director
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority

Siskiyou County Air Pollution Control District – Director for 2025

RCRC                        Rural County Representatives of California – Delegate (BOS action on 11/12/2024)

RCRC                        Golden State Natural Resources – Board Member (BOS action on 1/21/2025)

RCRC                        Rural County Representatives of California – Golden State Finance Authority (California Home Finance Authority) – Delegate (BOS action Nov 12, 2024)

RCRC                        Rural County Representatives of California – Golden State Connect Authority – Alternate (BOS action Nov 12, 2024)

RCRC                        Rural County Representatives of California Environmental Services Joint Powers Authority (ESJPA) – Delegate
                                    (BOS action Nov 12, 2024; Emily Harper appt’d as 1st alternate and Jessica Skillen appt’d as 2nd alternate)

LTC                        Local Transportation Commission – Delegate

STA                        Siskiyou Transportation Agency – Delegate (BOS action on 1/21/2025)

LAFCO                   Local Agency Formation Commission – Alternate Commissioner

NoRTEC                 Northern Rural Training & Employment Consortium – Alternate

      ******NEPAB   Northeast Plateau Air Basin

Siskiyou County Regional Solid Waste Joint Powers Authority – Alternate

First 5 (Siskiyou County Children and Families Commission) - Board Representative

Forest Health Task Force – Alternate/representative (added per Haupt’s request 1/22/19)

Audit Oversight Committee (External audit) - Member

Finance Review Committee (Auditor’s role) – Member

Siskiyou County Fish and Game Commission – Liaison

Fire Chiefs Steering Committee – County representative

Siskiyou Healthcare Collaborative – Alternate (1/16/18)

Endangered Species Act (ESA) Management Team – Alternate to attend meetings (BOS action on 1/21/25)

Air Pollution Control District Hearing Board Coordinating Council – Alternate

******  Form 700 is required, but is provided by the Agriculture Department

Committees listed in bold require the filing of a Form 700