Special Shasta board meeting results in a decision to release information, ‘as soon as possible’
The board’s closed session was related to the initiation of litigation. Supervisors voted to release as much information as possible
“related to an issue that falls under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of State,” California’s chief election official.
During a special weekend meeting today, Shasta County supervisors discussed a closed session item related to initiating litigation.
Afterwards, a report to the public was made by County Counsel Joseph Larmour, who said the board had agreed to “release as much information as legally possible regarding an issue that falls under the jurisdiction of the secretary of state, as soon as possible.”
The Secretary of State is California’s chief election official.
It’s not clear what information will be released by supervisors or when. The meeting was held as ballots for the June primary and a combined special congressional election were being processed a few blocks away at the Shasta Elections Office on Market Street.
Shasta’s chief election official, Clint Curtis, has come under considerable scrutiny since being appointed to the position last year. He’s implemented a number of new processes and procedures and hired election activists, including proponents behind a controversial election-related initiative known as Measure B that’s currently on the ballot.
Here’s what happened today
Chair Chris Kelstrom began the meeting by saying he was unsure what the public might have to add during public comment noting that even most of the supervisors were unaware of the topic to be discussed.
But the public did have things to say, mostly speculating during the open comment period that the closed session was related to elections. With the first speaker, Kelstrom enforced staying on strictly on the topic of litigation, forcing them to halt a reference to elections. With other commenters, he allowed comments on elections to be shared.
Election staffer and central Measure B proponent Laura Hobbs was among those who spoke. She said she was in the process of preparing a time-sensitive document for the Secretary of State yesterday when she was called away to speak to County Counsel Larmour and County CEO David Rickert.
“Not surprisingly their line of questioning focused on Clint Curtis,” Hobbs said, as Larmour and Kelstrom called out, trying to stop her from speaking. “It appears there are more false allegations that have been levied against Clint Curtis.”
Kelstrom interrupted Hobbs, firmly calling for the next speaker. Hobbs protested, saying it was her right to speak. They went back and forth briefly as she held her ground at the podium. Hobbs then continued speaking over the commotion saying, “you guys are being played.”
“Contrary to what this county is claiming, none of those allegations are true,” Hobbs said.”I’m opposed to litigation against Clint Curtis. Do not spend taxpayer dollars in litigation against Clint Curtis.”
She also referred to Larmour and Rickert’s interruption of her report to the state as “election interference.”
Kelstrom responded firmly, saying she was interrupting the meeting, and looking to Larmour for help. The county attorney said the appropriate thing to do would be to have Hobbs removed by law enforcement, noting that none were present. Kelstrom then told Hobbs she was disturbing the peace and threatened to call law enforcement to intervene, while Larmour said a report would be forwarded to the sheriff’
Shortly after, supervisors moved to closed session for about an hour. While the board was in closed session, two Sheriff’s deputies arrived, taking up positions in the chamber. Before the closed session ended, Supervisor Kevin Crye reappeared in the chamber, chatting with county staff as other supervisors continued to meet.
When the board returned from closed session, County Counsel Joseph Larmour announced the board’s vote. Supervisor Kevin Crye also spoke briefly, saying he hoped a statement could be released by Monday. Then, referencing his reappearance in the chamber mid-meeting, Crye said he didn’t need to listen to the board’s discussion because “I already know where I land on all of this.”
Crye told a reporter that he did participate in a vote on the matter.
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My best guess is that the meeting was to discuss Joanna Fancecutt’s lawsuit against the County for wrongful termination, harassment, and other charges. That would explain Kelstrom saying that Hobbs was off topic when she was trying to make it about a lawsuit against the cretinous loser who currently takes up space in the ROV’s chair.
RF bo thanks on your show although I am curious who you and you buddies are going to blame these election results on.
Where’s a leaker when we need one? Inquiring minds want to know.
Thank goodness for the new fair and balanced Shasta Unfiltered!
Readers should be aware that multiple individuals associated with Shasta Unfiltered are major contributors to both Curtis and Measure B. https://shastascout.org/in-race-for-chief-election-official-campaign-finance-records-show-francescut-has-received-more-than-double-the-donations-of-her-opponent-curtis/
Thank you Annelise for pointing that out.
Shasta Scout, the photo that heads this excellent write-up is perfect in many ways, as the meeting itself was a bit dreamlike and surreal. Kelstrom led off by “saying he was unsure what the public might have to add had to call the meeting.” But some of us were very sure and used the Brown Act as intended to inform the board and the public that the Far-Right Extremists Election Circus created by Crye, Kelstrom, Corky, Mr. Pellow, Curtis, and his employees, Hobbs, Jones, Plumb, etc., is costing Shasta County dearly.
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To be clear, Chair Kelstrom is a Free Tina Peters proponent who followed the Crye line and, along with Corky, hired Clint Curtis, is considerably more aligned with the Curtis, Hobbs, Crye, and Jones camp than with the Secretary of State Shirley Weber camp. Kelstrom has stated publicly, “I agree with much of what you’re (Curtis – Hobbs) supporting; you’re just doing it the wrong way,” meaning they should change election law at the state level rather than the local level. But a funny thing happens when you become a shepherd of a county: litigation and millions of dollars are involved. Last night, Kelstrom seemed to understand that, just as Shasta County elections must follow California election laws, Kelstrom must follow the Brown Act, so we spoke. After all, despite what all his secessionist associates say, we do live in the State of California, and sometimes there are consequences for breaking California’s laws.
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Speaking of breaking the law, STOP THE PRESS! After countless hours of far-right conspiracy babble at Shasta County Supervisor meetings over the years, often with little to do with reality, the agenda topic, or the board’s jurisdiction, Kelstorm actually told Lawsuit Inebriated Hobbs, who may or may not be involved in the anticipated litigation in question and who’s more than had her way with the board, to STOP! WOW! And when she didn’t, Kelstorm said he would pass the complaint on to the Sheriff, who, of course, will do nothing.
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If laws don’t impact people like Crye, Hobbs, Jones, Kelstorm, and Curtis, it seems, as evidenced by the June 02, 2026, vote, elections just might!
The trajectory of the County’s current challenges can be traced to a series of political decisions made over several election cycles. In my view, the process began with the election of Jones and accelerated as Crye and Kelstrom joined the Board. When Jones ultimately left office following growing dissatisfaction within his district, many hoped for a change in direction. Instead, Corky was brought in and, despite assurances that he would serve as an independent voice and evaluate issues on their merits rather than along political lines, his voting record was widely perceived by critics as aligning with Crye and Kelstrom on key matters.
While some believed the pace of these developments had slowed, the Board’s subsequent appointment of Clint Curtis—a candidate viewed by many as closely aligned with Crye—raised renewed concerns about the concentration of political influence and decision-making authority. Critics warned of potential consequences at the time, and many now believe those warnings are materializing.
As a result, the County appears to be operating in a reactive posture, confronting the practical effects of decisions that some contend were driven more by political considerations than by sound governance. Whether one agrees with that assessment or not, the consequences of those decisions are now becoming increasingly apparent. The challenge moving forward will be to address those consequences responsibly and work toward restoring public confidence, organizational stability, and effective county leadership.
Listen to my new podcast “Bees in the Bonet” on Mountain Flop Media as we “Crye” about election results. I will be ripping off my dirty diaper and slinging it towards God stomping my white baby booties screaming for a recount blaming Biden of course
very creative, whoever you are—Shasta Scout has reached a new low
Nick Gardner
Things are going to happen quick now.
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To anyone paying attention, it’s no surprise that this was about Clint Curtis.
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People both on the right and the left have had enough of Clint Curtis, and it shows in the voting. It’s a lie to say that all Republicans support this moron.
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But that’s not going to stop him from trying to steal the election. He has already told KRCR that he has detected ‘unusual voting patterns’ in Shasta county. He thinks that because he claims he’s a republican, that every single Republican in Shasta county should vote for him. (Never mind the fact that until recently he claimed he was a Democrat.)
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Mr Curtis is losing badly, and he’s getting desperate. Desperate people make mistakes. Make no mistake about it, somehow Mr Curtis was going to claim that he was the person who actually won in this election.
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I’m guessing that he and his election denial buddies (that he put in the office) decided to make a move and they slipped up. I think they got caught, and now they’re trying to get ahead of everything by claiming the county is making up lies.
So we now have possible litigation that involves the Secretary of State. Of course Laura Hobbs would shoot her lying mouth off . She has been the catalyst for much of this discourse in County business. This mayhem is not done by a long shot, these conspiracy theorists will see to that.
Most people that make such stupid comments don’t use their real name! What has Laura Hobbs lied about?
Nick Gardner
“Oh no people don’t use their real names!”
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That is really pathetic if that’s the best you have.
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And it’s easily refuted, Laura has lied about all sorts of things. Mesa pattern of fraud for one.
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Literally all you have to do is go read some of the articles here on Shasta Scout to see how she has been less than honest.
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And Nick, are you really trying to say that after everything that has happened, that you still think that Clint Curtis is just a stand-up guy?
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Wait til the info comes out on Monday and then I’m sure you’re going to be back pedaling like crazy. Maybe you should just admit that you were wrong. It would really help you save face.
Hobbs has filed several lawsuits against Shasta County. Most have been dismissed “without merit.” That’s legalese for “you pulled your accusations out of your ass and have no evidence to back them.” Akay, lying.
It makes the election results even sweeter- except for Measure B which will certainly be overturned by State Supreme Court.
Wow! Sounds like the state is getting ready to drop the hammer on Clintie the Incompetent Clown, and Loony Laura tried to ride to his rescue. The fact that Kelstrom threatened to have her removed speaks volumes. They all are on the verge of being kicked to the curb and seem to have had enough of the local election-fabulist fruitcakes. Pass the popcorn.
Selah
Ain’t that funny? It seems that even Kelstrom has had enough of this nonsense, even though he helped to put this guy in office.
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Yep, they’re going to try to claim that he was also part of the big conspiracy to commit massive election fraud.
Thank you for accurate and informative reporting. The public needs to understand the underlying conflicts going on in our election process.
https://www.redding.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/06/06/shasta-county-facing-mystery-legal-issue-from-ca-secretary-of-state/90431603007/
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‘Responding to a question about whether the issue involves the elections office, County Clerk/Registrar of Voters Clint Curtis told the Record Searchlight he plans on sending a letter to the “Department of Justice and the Secretary of State” regarding “irregularities in some of our records that individuals seem to be trying to cover up.” ‘
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Remember, this is the same guy who was telling everyone about how quick, transparent, and trustworthy his elections would be.
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So even though he spent all this taxpayer money, removed all but four ballot drop boxes, and all of the other unnecessary changes he has tried to make to our local election process, he’s still trying to claim that fraud happened. On his watch.
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For anybody still buying into his baloney stories (if anybody actually still believes him), hate to break it to you but you’ve been conned. Grifted. Lied to.
And in an amazing coincidence, The U.S. Attorney for the Central District announced “several” probes into ballot processing, after Combover Caligula melted down on “Meet the Press” about California’s slow process. Other than sending an assistant attorney to observe one ballot processing station in LA, no specific allegations were made and no locations for these probes were announced. Sounds like Clintie is getting ready to jump on the bandwagon, such as it is.
Selah
Woah. Sh*ts goin down.